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SEMENIUK
SEMENUK
SEMEREDY
SEMPLE
SEMBA o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2007-01-02 published
SENBA "
Semba,"
Masayoshi
Passed away peacefully at the Victoria General Hospital in Halifax,
Nova Scotia, on December 30, 2006 at the age of 59. Born in Sendai,
Japan on October 24, 1947, Masayoshi was the first
son of Masataka
and Kazuko
SENBA.
Growing up in Tokyo, Masa showed keen interests
in physical sciences from early on, setting up his first laboratory
in a closet when he was 11. Convinced that physics held the key
to truth, Masa studied at the Tokyo University of Education,
where he met Kazue (née
NUMAKURA) who was playing in the same
university orchestra. They were married in 1972. The couple moved
two years later to the U.S.A. to study at Rutgers University
and Masa obtained a Ph.D. in physics in 1980. In 1981 he moved
to Vancouver, British Columbia to conduct experimental and theoretical
research in solid state, atomic and nuclear physics and physical
chemistry at TRIUMF. Masa moved to Halifax in 1996 to join
his wife and later became a Professor Research in the Department
of Physics and Atmospheric Science at Dalhousie University. Masa
made original contributions to several fields of physics. In
particular he provided a precise theoretical frame work, called
the time-ordered stochastic method, to investigate spin and charge
exchange phenomena involving hydrogen-like species, with the
goal to understand various experimentally observable quantities
in terms of fundamental physical quantities inherent in the process
in question, such as quantum mechanical spin flip rates and atomic
collision cross sections. His theoretical method has been applied
successfully to a wide variety of experimental situations in
solid state physics, physical chemistry, and atomic physics.
He lectured regularly at the Russian Academy of Sciences Winter
School of Physics in St. Petersburg, Russia since 1998, and gave
a series of seminars at the Rutherford-Appleton Laboratory in
Oxford, United Kingdom in 2002. Masa also taught physics at Dalhousie
University, where he was known to push his students hard while
taking great care to ensure thorough understanding, always earning
their respect and appreciation. In 2002 he received from the
Dalhousie Undergraduate Physics Society the first Langstroth
Memorial Award, which recognizes an instructor of physics who
shows the greatest love of teaching and the strongest desire
to assist students in all matters. In addition, Masa's interests
in philosophy (including Kant) led him to teach Einstein's theories
to students at the University of King's College in Halifax. As
a self-taught viola (and violin) player, Masa found great joy
in playing in orchestras, including the Vancouver Philharmonic
Orchestra and Dalhousie Music Department Orchestra. He also cherished
playing string quartets and other chamber music, most recently
as a member of the Mostly Telemann Ensemble since 1996 and the
Edward Street Quartet since 1997 in Halifax. Deeply fond of the
German language, Masa studied it steadily throughout his life,
reading original writings of great composers including Brahms.
He and his wife took great pleasure in following the steps of
these composers in Austria, Germany and other countries in Europe.
Masa was predeceased by his father Masataka
SENBA.
Masa is lovingly
remembered by his wife
Kazue
SEMBA in Halifax and his mother
Kazuko SENBA, brothers Tamio and Hideo and other family members
in Tokyo. According to Masa's wish, there will be no funeral,
but a get-together to remember him will be scheduled at a later
time in Halifax. The family would like to thank the staff of
the QEII Halifax Health Sciences Centre, particularly the
Palliative Care Unit, and Victorian Order of Nurses nurses for
their care, concern and kind support for Masa and the family
during his illness.
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SEMENIUK o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2007-06-18 published
SEMENIUK,
Leonid "
Leo"
(June 3, 1924-June 16, 2007)
Suddenly on June 16, 2007. Beloved husband of Nadia
SEMENIUK.
Predeceased by his daughter Alexandra (Sandy). Funeral arrangements
entrusted to the Ward Funeral Home, 2035 Weston Road, 416-241-4618.
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SEMENUK o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2007-01-09 published
BRUCE,
Mary
(SEMENUK)
Passed away peacefully at Lee Manor in Owen Sound on Monday,
January 8, 2007 in her 86th year. The former Mary
SEMENUK was
the beloved wife of the late John
BRUCE.
She was the daughter
of the late William and Rose
(ORLECKI)
SEMENUK.
Mary was predeceased
by a brother William, a sister Betty and a sister in infancy.
She will be missed by her many Friends and acquaintances. At
Mary's request cremation has taken place and there will be no
service or visitation. If so desired, memorial contributions
to a charity of your choice would be appreciated and can be made
through the Currie Funeral Home in Chatsworth 519-794-2631.
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SEMEREDY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2007-01-11 published
SEMEREDY,
Michael
Gillam
After a long and courageous fight, Michael passed away on Thursday,
December 28, 2006, at Toronto General Hospital in his 53rd year.
At his side was his partner, John Lucas. Cherished brother of
Susan (Dan
FAIRHURST) and adored uncle of Jaclyn. Beloved son
of the late Marguerite "Honey"
(GILLAM) and Arthur. Michael was
an entrepreneur, jeweler, raconteur, and
an A.I.D.S. activist
lending his strong voice to Canadian Foundation for A.I.D.S.
Research for almost 20 years. Michael will forever be remembered
for his gracious hospitality, dry wit an unflagging spirit. John
thanks the many individuals who cared for Michael. As per his
wish, Michael has been cremated. A celebration of Michael's life
will take place on Tuesday, January 23rd, 5: 30-7:30 p.m., 350 Lonsdale
Avenue, Function Room. Donations can be made in Michael's memory
to Canadian Foundation for AIDS Research, 165 University
Avenue, Suite 901, Toronto, Ontario, M5H 3B8 www.canfar.ca
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SEMPLE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2007-06-26 published
SEMPLE,
David
Haig
Passed away peacefully, after a lengthy illness at Peel Memorial
Hospital, Brampton, on Saturday, June 23, 2007 at the age of
84 years. Dearly beloved partner of Helen
PURVIS.
Will be lovingly
remembered by his children David (Loretta), John (Anna) and Frances
(Jürgen) and their mother Kathlyn. Cherished grampa of Tara,
Jeremy, Tanya, Adam, Leah, Matthew and Logan. Dear brother of
Nora DAWSON,
Jenny
BRECKENRIDGE and Jack
SEMPLE. David loved
many sports including swimming, sailing, racket sports and golfing.
He was a fit, strong, adventurous and courageous man and was
a positive influence on us all. Family and Friends will be received
at Andrews Community Funeral Centre, Bramalea Chapel, 8190 Dixie
Road (north of Steeles Avenue) 905-456-8190, on Thursday, June 28,
2007 at 1: 00 p.m. for a Memorial Service with a reception to
follow. In lieu of flowers, in memoriam donations to The Hospital
For Sick Children, Toronto, would be greatly appreciated. Tributes
may be sent to the family at www.mem.com. Private interment,
Saint_John's Norway Cemetery, Toronto.
"Gone Sailing"
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SEMPLE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2007-10-24 published
SEMPLE,
Laura
Annie (née
CLARK)
On October 22, 2007 in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late
Robert SEMPLE of Etobicoke. Dear mother of Keith and wife
Lorraine
of Haliburton, Drew and wife Joan of St. Catharines, Neil of
Toronto and Mark and wife Diane of Perth. Will be fondly remembered
by granddaughter Claire. Visitation for Mrs.
SEMPLE will be held
at the Church of the Atonement, 256 Sheldon Avenue, Alderwood,
on Friday, October 26, 2007 at 12: 00 p.m. until the time of service
at 1: 00 p.m. Cremation to follow. If desired, donations may be
made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made
at www.hoglefuneralhomes.com
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