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BERGMAN o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2008-04-30 published
DRAMNITZKE, Wilhelm▼ " William,▼ Bill▼"
Bill was born 99 years ago on October 27, 1908 in Winnipeg and died peacefully at The Westmount on David Bergey Drive on April 28, 2008. His gentle nature and charming smile will be greatly missed by his loving family: son Terrance (Terry) and wife Jean▼ DRAMNITZKE of Kitchener; daughter Karen and husband Gerry GOEBEL of Waterloo daughter-in-law Lois DRAMNITZKE of Wilkesport; sister Edith POETKER of Winnipeg; sisters-in-law Olga DRAMNITZKI of Yorkton, Emery MANZ of Dresden, and Frieda DRAMNITZKI of Kitchener; brothers-in-law Adam and wife Winnie▼ MANZ of Thamesville and Ronald MANZ of Forest. He also leaves nine grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren, seven great-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his wife, Wilmina (Min) DRAMNITZKE (Manz) parents, Gottlieb and Caroline DRAMNITZKI (PRESSER;) son: Ervine DRAMNITZKE; grand-daughter, Carolyn DRAMNITZKE; brothers, Samuel, Harold and Eldore DRAMNITZKI; sisters: Katherine (Katy) BERGMAN, Augustina DRAMNITZKI, Alvina▼ and husband Charles HEMRICK; brothers-in-law, Roy BERGMAN, Henry POETKER, Bill MANZ, and John and wife Anne MANZ; sisters-in-law: Betty and husband Robert POWELL and Marge MANZ. Friends▼ will be received on Saturday, May 3rd, 2008 between 12 and 1 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 247 Westmount Rd. E., Kitchener, with funeral service to immediately follow at 1 p.m. Bill will be interred beside his wife at Memory Gardens following the funeral. Bill requested that memorial donations be made to the Faith Lutheran Church Building Fund or St. Stephens Lutheran Church and they can be arranged by contacting the funeral home at (519) 743-8900. The family would like to express heart-felt thanks to the staff at the Westmount for their excellent care and for loving Bill as much as we did. Share memories of Bill online at www.mem.com

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BERGMAN o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2008-05-01 published
DRAMNITZKE, Wilhelm▲ " William,▲ Bill▲"
Bill was born 99 years ago on October 27, 1908 in Winnipeg and died peacefully at The Westmount on David Bergey Drive on April 28, 2008. His gentle nature and charming smile will be greatly missed by his loving family: son Terrance (Terry) and wife Jean▲ DRAMNITZKE of Kitchener; daughter Karen and husband Gerry GOEBEL of Waterloo daughter-in-law Lois DRAMNITZKE of Wilkesport; sister Edith POETKER of Winnipeg; sisters-in-law Olga DRAMNITZKI of Yorkton, Emery MANZ of Dresden, and Frieda DRAMNITZKI of Kitchener; brothers-in-law Adam and wife Winnie▲ MANZ of Thamesville and Ronald MANZ of Forest. He also leaves nine grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren, seven great-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his wife, Wilmina (Min) DRAMNITZKE (MANZ) parents, Gottlieb and Caroline DRAMNITZKI (PRESSER;) son: Ervine DRAMNITZKE; grand-daughter, Carolyn DRAMNITZKE; brothers, Samuel, Harold and Eldore DRAMNITZKI; sisters: Katherine (Katy) BERGMAN, Augustina DRAMNITZKI, Alvina▲ and husband Charles HEMRICK; brothers-in-law, Roy BERGMAN, Henry POETKER, Bill MANZ, and John and wife Anne MANZ; sisters-in-law: Betty and husband Robert POWELL and Marge MANZ. Friends▲ will be received on Friday, May 2nd, 2008 between 12 and 1 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 247 Westmount Rd. E., Kitchener, with funeral service to immediately follow at 1 p.m. Bill will be interred beside his wife at Memory Gardens following the funeral. Bill requested that memorial donations be made to the Faith Lutheran Church Building Fund or St. Stephens Lutheran Church and they can be arranged by contacting the funeral home at (519) 743-8900. The family would like to express heart-felt thanks to the staff at The Westmount for their excellent care and for loving Bill as much as we did. Share memories of Bill online at www.mem.com

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BERGMAN o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-03-08 published
WESTGATE, Reginald " Reg"
At Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital on Thursday, March 6, 2008, Mr. Reginald "Reg" WESTGATE of Strathroy in his 65th year. Loving husband of Diane WESTGATE (DUISTER.) Dear father of Debbie (Ed GIBSON) and Rick (Jane) WESTGATE all of Strathroy. Greatly cherished grandfather of Breanne, Kara and Lauren SEED, Kylie and Nicole WESTGATE all of Strathroy. Loving son of Mildred WESTGATE of Strathroy and Ralph WESTGATE (1990.) Fondly remembered by his sisters Maralene BERGMAN, Joan WARDELL, Joy PACHECO and his brother Mac WESTGATE. Predeceased by his sister Betty HENSHAW (2007). Reg did not wish to have visitation or a memorial service, cremation arrangements have been entrusted to the Denning Bros. Funeral Home, Strathroy, (519-245-1023). Reg's grandchildren were his greatest love. In lieu of flowers or cards make a donation in his memory to the Make a Wish Foundation or your favorite children's charity.

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BERGMAN o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-06-03 published
BERGMAN, Hilda▼
Peacefully at L.H.S.C. University Hospital on Sunday June 1st, Hilda formerly of St. Catherines in her 88th year entered into the presence of her lord and savior. Beloved wife of the late Peter BERGMAN (2006.) Predeceased by her son David (1992.) She will be sadly missed by her children, Peter and (Cathy) BERGMAN, (Lloyd) and Edelene BRUBACHER, Don and (Irene) BERGMAN, Gary and (Linda) BERGMAN, Beverley BERGMAN. Loving grandmother to 12 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. Visitation at Tallman's Funeral Home, 3277 Kings Street, Vineland Ontario June 4th, 6-9 p.m. A funeral service on June 5th, at Tallman's, 11: 30. In lieu of flowers donations to Samaritan's Purse and Gideon's would be appreciated. A special thanks to 6th floor London Health Sciences Centre University Hospital Palliative Care for the wonderful care and compassion you provided for our mother. Also a special thank you to Doctor NAYLOR for your exceptional care.

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BERGMAN o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-07-05 published
HUTCHINSON/HUTCHISON, Elizabeth " Ann" (née RISK)
Of Grand Wood Park, London and formerly of Saint Thomas and Aylmer, passed away on Friday, July 4th, 2008, in her 70th year. Dearly loved mother of Pam HUTCHINSON/HUTCHISON and her partner John KUIPERS Sparta and Michael and his wife Christine HUTCHINSON/HUTCHISON of Saint Thomas. Much loved grandmother of Kaitlyn Ann HUTCHINSON/HUTCHISON and her fiance David ROSS and Nicholas Michael HUTCHINSON/HUTCHISON. Dear sister of Barbara and her husband Nick WAWRYNCHUK of Edmonton, Shirley and her husband Ray GIBBS of Alberta Beach, Michael and Kahi RISK of Edmonton and her husband Mark BERGMAN of Edmonton and Debra RISK of Peterborough and sister-in-law of Tim HUTCHINSON/HUTCHISON of London. Predeceased by her husband Michael Talbot HUTCHINSON/HUTCHISON. Ann was born in Lindsay, Ontario on June 25th, 1939, the daughter of the late Reginald Robert and Clara Elizabeth (WILLIAMS) RISK. Resting at Williams Funeral Home, 45 Elgin Street, Saint Thomas where funeral service will be held Tuesday at 1: 00 p.m. Interment to follow in Aylmer Cemetery. Visitation Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Remembrances may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

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BERGMAN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-01-17 published
COLLIE, Margery (GIBSON)
Dear wife of Wallace, died on January 8, 2008, gratefully. Dear Aunt is mourned by her niece Susan Gibson BERGMAN of London, and Michael BAYLAY and his wife Marjorie of Bermuda, and other relatives. A private service will be held according to her wishes. Donations gratefully received by the Metis Firefighters Association c/o Reno Isabel, 1 McLaren Road, Metis sur Mer, Québec. G0J 1S0.

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BERGMAN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-04-01 published
NEWFELD, Alfred Isaac
Peacefully, at the Trillium Health Centre - Mississauga Site, on March 30, 2008, in his 82nd year. Predeceased by his beloved wife of 40 years, Vicki. Loving father of Jeffrey and his wife Beth, of Seattle. Proud Poppa of Amy and Jake. Al will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by: his siblings Harold and his wife Verdeen, Edith, Hildy▲ and her husband Elmer BERGMAN, all of Winnipeg, and Irmie and her husband John KONRAD, of Vancouver, his dear friend and companion Doreen BUCK; and his brother-in-law Victor YATES and his wife Maureen, of Oakville. Special thanks to the nurses and staff at Trillium Health Centre - Mississauga and Queensway Sites, especially Alyson and Cimi, for their excellent and compassionate care. Friends will be received at the Neweduk Funeral Home- "Mississauga Chapel", 1981 Dundas St. W. (1 block east of Erin Mills Pkwy.) from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Thursday. A Funeral Service will be held at Saint Peter's Erindale Anglican Church, 1745 Dundas St. W. (at Dundas and Mississauga Rd., please enter off Mississauga Rd., north of Dundas) on Friday, April 4, 2008 at 11 a.m. Cremation. If desired, donations in memory of Al may be made to a charity of your choice.
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BERGSMA o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-03-25 published
MULDER, Hiltje " Hilda" (née VEENSTRA)
Peacefully at her residence on Sunday, March 23, 2008. Hiltje "Hilda" MULDER of Terrace Lodge, Aylmer, in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late Bauke "Bob" MULDER (1980.) Dear mother of Fimke BERGSMA and husband Evert of Crampton, Nelda TENHOR and husband Luke of Aylmer, Oakie MULDER and wife Henrietta of Ingersoll, Allen MULDER and friend Mary Ann PRIDDLE of Ingersoll and William MULDER and wife Mavis of Aylmer. She will be sadly missed by a number of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Sister-in-law of Jantje EISING and husband Jannes of Townsend, Teitske MULDER of Woodstock, Riek MULDER of Tillsonburg, Neeltje HUISMAN and Minke VERWER of the Netherlands. Predeceased by 3 sisters Geertje DIJKSTRA, Jeltje VANDERVAART and Marijke MULDER. Born in The Netherlands on January 2, 1914 daughter of the late Ale and Fimke (DEWAGT) VEENSTRA. She was a resident of R.R.#2, Mossley for many years and a member of the Aylmer Christian Reformed Church. Hilda had a great love for music and singing. Friends may call at the H.A. Kebbel Funeral Home, Aylmer on Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at the Aylmer Christian Reformed Church (South Street West at Caverly Road) on Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at 11: 00 a.m. Rev. Richard DE LANGE, officiating. Spring interment, Ingersoll Cemetery. Donations to the Terrace Lodge Auxiliary would be greatly appreciated. Personal condolences can be made at kebbelfuneralhome.com

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BERIAULT o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-03-22 published
BERIAULT, Alan Roy
At his residence in Strathroy on March 19, 2008, Alan Roy BERIAULT passed away in his 65th year. Beloved husband of Susan (née Johnson) BERIAULT. Loving father of Shawn and Dawna of Mt. Bridges, Scott and Monica of Kerwood, Steve, and Shannon BERIAULT of Strathroy. Cherished papa of Courtney, Christopher, Jessica, Clinton, Austin, Taylor, and Nickolas. Also sadly missed by siblings Orville MILLS and Judy and Bob FORBES. A private family burial will be held at a later date for Alan. Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation greatly acknowledged. Online condolences at gilpinfuneralchapel.com.

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BERINSTEIN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-05-20 published
PETERSON, Shirley Jean (née LYONS) (1933-2008)
With great sadness, the family of Shirley Jean PETERSON announce her passing on Saturday, May 17, 2008 at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre in Toronto. Shirley is survived by Aubrey, her loving husband of 51 years. Much loved mother of David PETERSON (Nancy) of California, Glenn PETERSON (Laurie) of Calgary and Nancy PETERSON (David BOUNSALL) of Toronto. Beloved Nana to her six grandchildren Michael, Jacquelyn, Sarah, Nicole, Eric and Adam. Born in Regina, Shirley was the second of three daughters born to the late David James LYONS and Hulda Olivia Petra LYONS (née JETMUNDSON.) She leaves her sisters June CULLEN (Philip) and Lynn ROBERTS (Kenneth) and her many nieces and nephews. Shirley's enthusiasm for life, positive outlook, personal courage and selfless love for her family knew no bounds. Family always came first with Shirley. She took great pleasure in sharing in the lives of her children and grandchildren, and always made family events more special. She enjoyed her travels, bridge with her Friends, summers at the cottage on Lake Joseph, curling and golf at Donalda Club, winters in Florida and time spent with her many good Friends. The family is deeply grateful to the oncology, clinical research and palliative care teams at Sunnybrook. Special thanks go out to Doctor Neil BERINSTEIN and Angela BOUDREAU for their dedicated and compassionate care. The family will receive Friends at the Humphrey Funeral Home - A.W. Miles Chapel, 1403 Bayview Avenue (south of Eglinton Avenue East) from 7-9 p.m. on Thursday, May 22. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 23 in Eglinton St. George's United Church, 35 Lytton Blvd. Following interment at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, a reception will be held at Donalda Golf and Country Club, 12 Bushbury Drive, Don Mills, Ontario. If desired, Shirley's memory may be honoured through donations to either Sunnybrook (www.sunnybrookfoundation.ca) or Eglinton St. George's United Church (www.esgunited.org) Condolences and memories may be forwarded through www.humphreymiles.com.

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BERK o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-07-10 published
ZUCHTER, Max Harry
On Wednesday, July 9, 2008, in his 88th year at his home. Max ZUCHTER, beloved husband for almost 60 years of Anne. Loving father and father-in-law of Lorraine and David BERK, Barbara and Martin GREENGLASS, and Gloria and Ken HERSHENFIELD. Very proud grandfather of Jon GREENGLASS, Kevin GREENGLASS, Aaron and Samantha BERK, Carolyn and Symon HAY, Jeffrey and Natalie HERSHENFIELD, Karen and David MOULL, and Sari HERSHENFIELD. Adoring great-grandfather of Zale and Billie BERK. Dear brother of the late Victor ZUCHTER and brother-in-law of Ida and Ben SHORE, Helen and Norm FREEDMAN, Gertrude and the late Harold MANSFIELD, and the late Sue and Max NAIMAN. Fondly remembered by many cousins, nieces, and nephews. At Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel, 2401 Steeles Avenue West (3 lights west of Dufferin) for service on Thursday, July 10, 2008 at 1: 00 p.m. Interment Beth Sholom Synagogue section of Mt. Sinai Memorial Park. Shiva 3800 Yonge Street, #718. Memorial donations may be made to the Baycrest Foundation, 416-785-2875.

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BERKELMANS o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-03-20 published
GEERTS, Gerard
With hearts saddened by loss but overflowing with beautiful memories, the family of Gerard GEERTS announce his peaceful passing in his 72nd year surrounded by his loving family in palliative care in Bluewater Health, Norman St. Site in Sarnia, on March 18, 2008. Beloved husband of 48 years to Mary GEERTS (née HERYGERS.) Loving father of John and Kathy GEERTS, Mary and Kim BURNS, Anita and John BERKELMANS, Jane▼ THUSS and Richard, Patsy and Tony VANDENBOGAARD, and Connie and Jon BJORNSON. Cherished grandfather of Tammy, Becky (Sean), Kristina, Kelly, Jeremy, Brian (Maggie), Jody (Chris), Adam, Alicia, Jessie, Jennifer, Cassy, Kaitlyn, Stephanie, Nick, Jason, Angela, Justin, Aaron, and Axel. Great-grandfather to Taya and Aden. He will also be sadly missed by his brothers and sisters and nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents John and Antonia GEERTS. Resting at the Gilpin Funeral Chapel, Forest for Visitation on Thursday, March 20, 2008 from 5-8 p.m. Funeral service on Friday, March 21, 2008 at 11: 00 a.m. Interment at Arkona Cemetery with Pastor Jonathan FERRIER officiating. Memorial donations to Bluewater Health gratefully acknowledged. Online condolences at gilpinfuneralchapel.com

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BERKELMANS o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-04-03 published
BERKELMANS, Janine▲
April 3, 2004 Remembering you is easy, We do it every day, But missing you is a heartache, That never goes away. Always loved and remembered by your husband Harry and children Gary and Jenny.

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BERKERS o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-02-23 published
AARTS, Anthony Emanuel
Formerly of R.R.#2, Holyrood, passed away at home in Hanover on Friday, February 22, 2008 in his 73rd year. Beloved husband of Annie (née DENYS.) Loving father of Leon (Bobbi) of McKinney, Texas, Oscar (Cherie) of San Francisco, California, Anthony of Toronto and Maryanne (Mateusz) ZUROWSKI of Toronto. Cherished Opa to Zoe, Aidan, Annabelle, Xavier and Theodore. Also missed by his brothers and sisters Harrie (Franciska), Johanna (Thys) BERKERS, Sister Paulina, all of Holland, Theo (Annie) of Wainford and Martha (Cleo) GUBBELS of Strathroy. Predeceased by his brother John; sister Helena TIMMERMANS and parents Leon and Wilhelmina AARTS. Visitation at Cameron Funeral Home, Walkerton, on Sunday from 2-5 p.m. and Monday from 6-9 p.m. with parish prayers at 8: 45 p.m. (Monday). Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at 12: 00 noon at Holy Family Church, Hanover. Spring interment in Saint Ann's R.C. Cemetery, Riverside. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. www.cameronfuneralhomes.com

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BERKO o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-05-21 published
BERKO, David▼ Walter▼
Devoted▼ father, cherished son and beloved husband. David BERKO (51) on May 18th 2008 in his home in Rocklin, California. Dave was surrounded by love and family as he made his final journey. He lived life to the fullest and he will be sorely missed by those who know him. He is survived by his wife Andree, his children Laura, Matthew and Erika, their mother Leta, his mother Anne, sister Cathy (Dan) and brother Wally. Also missing him are his nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. David was predeceased by his father Walter. There will be a memorial service held at Denning Bros. Funeral Home in Strathroy on Saturday May 24th at 11 a.m. Family and Friends are all invited. For those who wish, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the University of California Davis Cancer Center.

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BERKO o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-05-24 published
BERKO, David▲ Walter▲
Devoted▲ father, cherished son and beloved husband. David BERKO (51) on May 18th 2008 in his home in Rocklin, California. Dave was surrounded by love and family as he made his final journey. He lived life to the fullest and he will be sorely missed by those who know him. He is survived by his wife Andree, his children Laura, Matthew and Erika, their mother Leta, his mother Anne, sister Cathy (Dan) and brother Wally. Also missing him are his nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. David was predeceased by his father Walter. There will be a memorial service held at Denning Bros. Funeral Home in Strathroy on Saturday May 24th at 11 a.m.. Family and Friends are all invited. For those who wish, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the University of California Davis Cancer Center.

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BERLO o@ca.on.simcoe_county.nottawasaga.collingwood.the_connection 2008-05-09 published
OSBORNE, a natural saleswoman
By Trina BERLO, Page 27
Wasaga Beach retail pioneer Edna OSBORNE continued working until shortly before her death last month at the age of 91.
She is the well-known matriarch of the OSBORNE family, long-time retailers in Wasaga Beach.
Mrs. OSBORNE died in Florida on April 15 after a two-year battle with cancer.
Mrs. OSBORNE owned and operated a store in Hollywood Beach, Florida until the age of 84 but continued assembling shell jewellery, which she sold in her daughter Erna's nearby shop.
"She was a natural salesperson. Very quiet spoken and everybody seemed to like her," said Ernie OSBORNE of his mother.
She is the original proprietor of The Jewel Box, located in the castle on River Road West, which is now operated by her grand_son, also named Ernie.
Mrs. OSBORNE and her husband, Ernie, opened their first store in Wasaga Beach in 1944.
It was the height of a new era of tourism in Wasaga Beach as soldiers, stationed at nearby Camp Borden, discovered the burgeoning resort town, which they visited while on leave.
"They were overwhelmed with how busy it was and how much the stuff they sold in the city was needed here," said Ernie,
His parents first visited Wasaga Beach as children in the 1920s. They both lived in Barrie and Ernie recounts stories he has heard about the trip taking six hours by car because of the limited speed of the early automobile, and road conditions which regularly caused flat tires.
His parents met in high school, were married and went to work their first retail jobs in Burlington.
Ernie said shortly after they borrowed money from his grandparents - Ernie and Edith OSBORNE - to open a store in Toronto.
They ended up operating several Toronto stores at once in the late 1950s.
Ernie said his parents loved to dance at the dance halls of the day - such as the Dardanella and Starlight Gardens (an outdoor dance floor) - where they danced while they were dating.
He said his parents would get in the odd night of dancing in the shoulder season, before their retail stores demanded long hours.
With staff operating the Toronto locations, eventually the family operated several 5 and 10 stores in Wasaga Beach - a type of variety store that sold everything from house wares to souvenirs.
Ernie said the main store (built in 1945) was located in the Main Street mall at the main beach. They also had one store at Balm Beach and one near 22nd Street.
Ernie said he has spent every summer of his life in Wasaga Beach but his parents took the whole family to Florida every winter. He said it was their chance for a getaway at the beach, a chance to relax and spend time with their children.
As a child, Ernie said he began the school year in Wasaga Beach, transferred to Toronto, then to Florida, then back to Toronto and transferred back to Wasaga Beach to finish out his year. He said he spent many evenings with the family preparing merchandise for sale.
Ernie said his parents were always working. His grandparents helped at the store too and a number of young women were brought in to work at the store as well. One of those young women who came on staff in 1964 was Elaine - Ernie's wife-to-be.
Elaine said about 35 people lived in 16 rooms on the second floor of the Main Street store. while Mr. OSBORNE made regular trips to Toronto to pick up merchandise, Mrs. OSBORNE's job was to look after the staff. She had to hire a cook to feed all the people who worked for them.
"The staff alone that they managed was amazing," said Elaine. "They were busy people."
"It was crazy," said Ernie.
Elaine and Ernie describe Mrs. OSBORNE as a fiercely hard-working woman who was tender but also strict and managerial when it came to the daily operation of her business.
"She could give you heck for something and when she was finished you were happy and you couldn't figure out why… one of those kinds of people," said Ernie.
Family members travelled to Florida for the cremation but there was no service.
Her husband Ernie OSBORNE, 92, lives in Hollywood Beach, Florida.
Ernie and Edna had four children; Ernie OSBORNE, Elaine CHILLMAN, Erene McWILLIAM, Erna DENNIS, seven grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

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BERLYNE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-03-14 published
CHRISTIE, Anne▼ (née SHAND)
Suddenly on Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at Saint_Joseph's Health Centre. Survived by her husband Edward (Ted), brother Ernest SHAND (Wick, Scotland) and William SHAND (Campbell River, British Columbia), nieces Angela, Maureen (Wayne), Lynn (Roger), June, Brenda, Joyce, Eileen, and Sheila, nephews Reginald, Robbie, Alistair, Ian, Brian and Derek. Predeceased by her sisters Elizabeth and Jaye, and her brother John. Anne will be sadly missed by all her Friends and family. Special thanks to Doctor Graham BERLYNE and all the staff of the 2nd Floor East and the Intensive Care Unit of Saint_Joseph's Health Centre for their compassionate care and support. Friends may call at the Turner and Porter Butler Chapel, 4933 Dundas St. W., Toronto (between Islington and Kipling Aves.) from 7-9 p.m. on Friday. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, March 15, 2008 at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.

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BERLYNE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2008-03-14 published
CHRISTIE, Anne▲ (née SHAND)
Suddenly on Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at Saint_Joseph's Health Centre. Survived by her husband Edward (Ted), brother Ernest SHAND (Wick, Scotland) and William SHAND (Campbell River, British Columbia), nieces Angela, Maureen (Wayne), Lynn (Roger), June, Brenda, Joyce, Eileen, and Sheila, nephews Reginald, Robbie, Alistair, Ian, Brian and Derek. Predeceased by her sisters Elizabeth and Jaye, and her brother John. Anne will be sadly missed by all her Friends and family. Special thanks to Doctor Graham BERLYNE and all the staff of the 2nd Floor East and the Intensive Care Unit of Saint_Joseph's Health Centre for their compassionate care and support. Friends may call at the Turner and Porter Butler Chapel, 4933 Dundas St. W., Toronto (between Islington and Kipling Aves.) from 7-9 p.m. on Friday. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, March 15, 2008 at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.

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BERMAN o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-05-10 published
BERMAN, David▼ Gerald▼
Peacefully, surrounded by family and Friends at L'Arche Bethany House, London, on Thursday, May 8, 2008, David Gerald BERMAN passed away in his 76th year. Predeceased by his parents Bill (2000) and Daisy (1984) and brother Ted (1941). Dear brother of Ron (Hazel,) Kathy MARINO (George,) Eileen WILLIAMS (Jack,) Norm (Donna), Doug (Gaetan), and Marjorie MANLEY (Keith). Lovingly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel, 1997 Dundas Street East (at Wavell), for visitation on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at 11 a.m. Cremation to follow with interment at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens at a later date. In memory, donations to L'Arche London would be appreciated.

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BERMAN o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-06-07 published
BERMAN, David▲ Gerald▲
The family of David Gerald BERMAN would like to thank everyone for the support they received during David's short time in London. Thank you to the 7th floor University Hospital staff, neurological teams and all those involved with his care while he was hospitalized. A very special thank you to L'Arche London Bethany House personnel. To Toinette and the wonderful L'Arche staff who were with David every minute of his time in hospital. Words can never express the peaceful feeling that L'Arche brought to us before, during and after David's passing.

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BERMAN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-02-19 published
ALTMAN, Linda
On Monday, February 18, 2008 at Hill House Hospice. Linda ALTMAN, beloved wife of Ray. Loving mother of Gabrielle and Danielle. Devoted daughter of Marilyn and David RUBIN of Detroit. Beloved Daughter-in-law of Dianne and Leon ALTMAN. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Judy and Sy BERMAN, and Joel RUBIN all of Michigan. At Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel, 2401 Steeles Avenue West (3 lights west of Dufferin), for service on Tuesday, February 19th at 2: 30 p.m. Interment Community section of Pardes Shalom Cemetery. Shiva 1 Glenis Gate in Richmond Hill. Donations may be made to The Linda Altman Memorial Fund c/o The Benjamin Foundation, 3429 Bathurst Street, Toronto, Ontario M6J 2P1, 416-780-0324 or www.benjamins.ca.

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BERMAN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-04-04 published
BERMAN, Melvin (1927-2008)
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Melvin (Mev) BERMAN, age 81 on April 2, 2008. He was the beloved husband of Audrey, loving father of Robert and Suzanne, father-in-law of Jayne and Tim and grandfather of Jonathan, Joanna, Michael and Katie. Mev was one of Canada's most renowned oboisits who touched the lives of the many people who heard him play and a beloved professor of music at the University of Toronto where impacted the lives and careers of future generations of Canadian musicians. A memorial service to celebrate Mev's life is planned for later this month.

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BERMAN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-05-26 published
Canadian Opera Company veteran 'was the best oboe player in Canada'
Told by his school music teacher that it was the oboe or nothing, he developed a deep affinity for the instrument and was in demand by orchestras all over North America
By F.F. Langan, Special to The Globe and Mail, Page S11
Mev BERMAN was a master of the oboe. From the age of about 15 he played the oboe in symphony orchestras in the United States and Canada, and was the principal oboist for the Canadian Opera Company for more than two decades.
He taught at university and music conservatories, organized chamber music ensembles and made recordings of both classical and popular music. One of his last was The Best of Gershwin's Love Songs with the Avalon Strings.
"He was the best oboe player in Canada, and probably in North America," says Lesley YOUNG, a former student who is now an oboist with the Canadian Opera Company and the co-producer of the Gershwin CD and many other of Mr. BERMAN's recordings.
The oboe is an important instrument in a symphony orchestra. Among other things, the rest of orchestra tunes their instruments from the A note produced by the oboe. Often mistaken in appearance for the clarinet, the oboe is slightly smaller and has a double reed in the mouthpiece rather than a single reed.
Mev BERMAN started his musical life playing the clarinet in high school. It was thought to be a cooler instrument than the oboe because it was played in so many of the big bands of the era. "My older brother played the clarinet and he also introduced me to the saxophone," he once wrote. But the teacher in charge of the school band said there were too many clarinet players so he was offered the oboe or nothing. "That's how I became an oboist. I've never looked back."
Born in Hartford, Conn., his parents named him Melvin. He acquired the nickname Mev from boyhood Friends. His father worked at a low-level job and couldn't afford music lessons, so they were paid for by an uncle. Soon, young Mev became so accomplished that he won a scholarship to the Hartt School of Music at the University of Hartford.
During the Second World War, he interrupted his studies to enlist in the U.S. Navy. He served on USS Prairie, a 14,500-tonne floating workshop and "mother ship" to a fleet of destroyers in the Pacific. A large vessel with a crew complement of 1,700, it even had its own band. Mr. BERMAN played the saxophone.
After the war he returned to studying classical music and the oboe but made money on the side by playing the saxophone in dance bands. After he graduated he played in smaller symphony orchestras in Hartford and New Orleans, as well as for a ballet company in New York.
After that, he joined the Boston Pops Orchestra where he became Friends with its famous conductor. "He was very close to Arthur Fiedler and he wrote an article on him when he died in 1979," said his daughter Suzanne BERMAN.
In 1957, Mr. BERMAN moved to Montreal as principal oboist in the Montreal Symphony Orchestra. He stayed in Canada for the rest of his life. The first music director he worked under in Montreal was Zubin Mehta. One night, after a difficult concert, Mr. Mehta called him at two o'clock in the morning to ask: "Where did I go wrong?"
Years later, Mr. BERMAN said the call showed not insecurity, but a drive for perfection. "One of the things that makes the difference between a great conductor and a mediocre conductor, is his willingness to learn, and to let musicians help him."
Zubin Mehta and Arthur Fiedler were just two of the superstar conductors Mr. BERMAN worked with over the years. Some of the others included George Solti, Sir Thomas Beecham, Franz-Paul Decker, Charles Munch and Pierre Monteux.
As he did everywhere he lived, Mr. BERMAN became involved in many aspects of musical life in Montreal. He taught part-time at McGill University's faculty of music and played in the Baroque Trio of Montreal. He was also professor of oboe and chamber music at the Conservatoire de Musique de Quebec.
His experiences as a teacher in Quebec taught him it was important for French-speaking musicians to learn their craft in North America, not Europe. "Before the early 60s most of the Quebec students would study at the Paris Conservatoire for four years and return as French-style players to find they were not acceptable in North America," he once told an interviewer. "You can't play French-style oboe and expect to get a job in a North American orchestra, whether Canadian or American."
In 1972, he decided to move to Toronto. For one thing, the University of Toronto offered him a full-time position. He also became the principal oboist for the Canadian Opera Company and continued to play in its orchestra until 2004.
In Toronto, Mr. BERMAN became the busiest man in the oboe business. Over the years, he recorded 20 albums of his own, travelled abroad to perform and played in several woodwind ensembles as well as a long stint in the National Ballet Orchestra. He also helped start Toronto's Mainly Mozart Festival, which was patterned after a similar event in New York.
"He was very versatile, whether it was chamber music, pop, contemporary or classical," said Ms. Young, who added that he never allowed conductors to intimidate him. "He was never afraid to speak up. I remember once in an opera rehearsal we had an Italian conductor who was swearing and abusing people. After a while, Mev stood up and told him you can't do that here."
Another conductor liked to leave notes telling musicians how they should improve. Mr. BERMAN would leave the conductor notes on how to better his performance.
"No other musician would do that," Ms. Young said. "Conductors loved him not just because of the beautiful sound on the oboe, but because of his openness and honesty."
Mr. BERMAN seldom rested between engagements. "He played every day," said Ms. BERMAN. " Whether it was for the opera, as a soloist for his woodwind quintet - the Toronto Winds - or playing jingles for ads, my father was always working."
Over the years he performed on the soundtrack of more than 300 feature films, and also recorded two of his own works - The Oboe and The Oboe Reed. Short and instructive, they were devoted to a complex subject about which he was thoroughly familiar. The key to the sound of the oboe is the quality of the double reed in its mouthpiece. The reed has to fit the mouth - technically the embouchure - of the individual player and one size does not fit all. Cheaper oboes use plastic reeds but Mr. BERMAN felt they didn't work. He made his own.
"Every professional oboist must spend hours and hours of work making his or her own reeds," he once told a reporter. "All my students have to learn to make their own reeds."
Half of his studio at the University of Toronto was taken up with complex reed-making equipment. After he retired, he lived in one apartment and rented a second where he worked on his recordings and reeds.
"My father loved his life as a musician and used to say that he never really considered it work," said Ms. BERMAN.
Melvin BERMAN was born in Hartford, Connecticut on February 28, 1927. He died in Toronto of heart disease on April 2, 2008. He was 81. He is survived by his wife, Audrey, his daughter Suzanne and son Robert.

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BERMUDEZ o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2008-03-11 published
CLARK, Gordon " James"
Peacefully passed away on Saturday, March 8, 2008 at Humber River Regional Hospital in Toronto at the age of 68. Loving father of Maureen NEWPORT (John) and Andrea BERMUDEZ (Carlos.) Proud grandfather of Jay, Daniel, Ashley and Ryan Newport, and Leah and Ethan BERMUDEZ. He will be sadly missed by former wife and good friend Lorraine CLARK. Beloved nephew of Alta ZLAK and her family. Predeceased by mother Delta CLARK (2006.) Gordon will be fondly remembered by his extended family and many Friends. The family will receive Friends at the Glen Oaks Memorial Chapel and Reception Centre, 3164 Ninth Line (Dundas / 403) in Oakville, 905-257-8822, on Thursday, March 13th from 4 p.m.-6 p.m. A Service of Remembrance will follow in the Chapel at 6 p.m. with reception afterwards. If desired, donations may be made to the Lung Association. On-line condolences at www.glenoaks.ca.

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BERNABEI o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-06-10 published
WILSON, Mary Alice (née MOGAN)
Peacefully in her 87th year on Saturday, June 7, 2008, surrounded by loved ones. Beloved wife of Jack (1919-2002). Lovingly remembered by her cherished companion, John JAKOB, and her children Paul, Catherine COSTELLO, Teresa GEMMILL, Elizabeth RAFFEL (Burton,) Joan DACOSTA, Frank, and Martha, as well as 12 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. A very special thanks to Giosi BERNABEI for her loving care through Mary's recent difficult years. Mary was a respected teacher for 25 years at Bayview Secondary School. She contributed her time and talents to church choir and seniors' group. She received a special award for her work as a community volunteer with numerous organizations including the Library Board and the Richmond Hill Arts Council. She lived a long and full life and will be missed greatly. Visitation at Marshall Funeral Home, 10366 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill (4th traffic light North of Major Mackenzie Drive), on Tuesday, June 10 from 7-9 p.m. and on Wednesday, June 11 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Saint Mary Immaculate Church, 10295 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill, at 10: 30 a.m. on Thursday, June 12, 2008, her 87th birthday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The David Suzuki Foundation. "And her night shall be filled with music."

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BERNARD o@ca.on.grey_county.artemesia.flesherton.the_flesherton_advance 2008-01-02 published
McCABE, Ross Raymond
Peacefully with his family beside him on Wednesday, December 26, 2007 in his 83rd year. Beloved husband and best friend of Betty. Loving father of Shirley and the late Dan LYNCH, Shiela and Dennis FOSTER, Mary Lynn and Terry BERNARD, Ray and Tara McCABE and Betty Jo (B.J.) and Dave LEE. Dear grandfather of Patrick, Jeremy and Christopher LYNCH, Crystal FOSTER, Jessica and Stefanie BERNARD, Tiffany, Jasmine, Brandi and Jade McCABE, Foster and Avery LEE and great-grandfather of Adia, Levi, Abby and Clayton LYNCH. Predeceased by his parents Russell and Marguerite McCABE, his sister Marie TRIMBELL and his brother Eddie McCABE. The family received Friends at the Doney Funeral Home, 318 Main St. E., Shelburne on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service in the funeral home chapel on Friday, December 28, 2007 at 2 p.m. spring interment in Shelburne Cemetery. If desired, donations to the Dufferin Alzheimer Society, Dufferin Oaks or Trinity United Church would be appreciated.
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BERNARD o@ca.on.grey_county.artemesia.flesherton.the_flesherton_advance 2008-01-16 published
BERNARD, Pat
January 14, 2001.
Memories are like strands of gold,
They never tarnish or grow old,
Today, tomorrow, our whole life through,
We will always love and remember you.
- Loved and Missed by Terry, Tara and Families.
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BERNARD o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2008-07-24 published
SCHWARTZ, Donald James (June 17, 1936-July 19, 2008)
Of Pope's Harbour, passed away in the Palliative Care Unit of Eastern Shore Memorial Hospital. Donald was the eldest son of Wesley and Emma (FISK) SCHWARTZ, born in Desboro, Ontario, and brought up in Chesley, Ontario. He joined the Canadian Navy at the age of 19 and became a Clearance Diver, attached to the Fleet Diving Unit - Atlantic. After he left the Navy he owned and operated his own construction company (Perfection Builders Ltd.) and later joined the Canadian Corps of Commissioners where he spent most of his time at the Halifax International Airport. After retirement, he moved to Pope's Harbour on the Eastern Shore. Donald is survived by his wife, Marilyn (GILLETTE) SCHWARTZ; his eldest son, Donald (Donna), Oshawa, Ontario, and his youngest son, Erich (Karen), Vancouver, British Columbia.; brother, Cecil SCHWARTZ, London, Ontario; granddaughters, Sonia BERNARD, Campbellton, New Brunswick Marina SCHWARTZ, Edmonton, Alberta.; Tarah SCHWARTZ, Edmonton, Alberta.; Leah SCHWARTZ, St. Albert, Alberta.; and great-grand_son, Kristopher Arron COMEAU, Campbellton, New Brunswick. He was predeceased by his parents; infant brother, John Wesley; and infant grand_son, Kristophe. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Atlantic Funeral Home, 771 Main Street, Dartmouth. Memorials to be made to any charity of your choice. On-line condolences may be sent to: www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com

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BERNARD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-02-27 published
SPEERSTRA, Wilma
After a long battle with cancer the Lord took home Wilma in her 71st year on Monday, February 25, 2008. Loving wife of Allen SPEERSTRA. Much loved mother of Margherite and Gary ROSS, Stan and Marg SPEERSTRA, Carolyn and Tom DEEHAN, Corinne and Brian LINKER. Loved Oma of Carly and Taylor ROSS, Mitchell and Shannon DEEHAN, Melanie, Julie, Katie and Emily LINKER. Wilma is survived by many caring and loving relatives and will be missed by her Friends. Visitation will be held at Denning Bros. Funeral Home, 32 Metcalfe St. W., Strathroy, on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service to celebrate Wilma's life will be held at Westmount Christian Reformed Church, Strathroy, on Friday, February 29, 2008 at 1 p.m. with Rev. Tony VANDEN ENDE officiating. Interment to follow in Strathroy Cemetery. In memory of Wilma, donations may be made to the London Regional Cancer Clinic. A special thanks to Doctor MARR and Doctor CROWLEY, all the nurses at Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital and special acknowledgement to Sue BERNARD. a tree will be planted as a living memorial to Wilma.

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BERNARD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-05-12 published
BRUSH, Gerald Holmes
Peacefully with his family by his side, at Victoria Hospital, on Saturday, May 10, 2008, Gerald Holmes BRUSH, at the age of 71. Loved husband of Donna. Loving Dad of Sandra, and Bill and his wife Penny. Proud Grampa of Connor and Renee. Dear son of Helen LAFRAMBOISE (BRUSH) and the late Leslie BRUSH. Brother of Shirley and the late Bill LAING, the late June and Garnet BRAUN, the late Leslie (Bud,) Lynwood and his wife Pat, Nancy and the late Jim LENSON, all of Amherstburg, Sharon BERNARD of London. Will also be missed by brother-in-law Bob CHAFEE and his wife Beatrice, sister-in-law Susan CHAFEE and her husband Ian WHITE/WHYTE, all of Toronto. Will be fondly remembered by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and Friends. Jerry was originally from Amherstburg and a long time dedicated Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce employee. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Jerry's Life will be held at Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, on Thursday, May 15, 2008 at 3: 00 p.m. with visitation one hour prior. Donations in Jerry's memory may be made to London Health Sciences Foundation-Cancer Program. The family has great appreciation for those who cared for Jerry at Victoria Hospital, LRCP, Community Care Access Centre, and Victorian Order of Nurses during his lengthy illness.

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BERNARD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-07-25 published
BERNARD, Terry
At London Health Sciences Centre - Victoria Hospital, on Monday, July 21, 2008, Terry BERNARD in his 69th year. Beloved husband of Gwen. Loving father of Shelley and Jeff VANDERWEYST of London, Steve and Vicki McCAW of Lobo, Susan and Marc HALL of California, Ron and Teresa of Stratford. Devoted grandfather of Emma VANDERWEYST and Lexi HALL. Also remembered by his siblings Noreen BUCKLEY, Jacquie and Fran LEE and Robert "Bob" BERNARD. Terry will be sadly missed by his extended family, many nieces and nephews, great Friends and employees. Predeceased by his loving sister Judy HARDY and sister-in-law Helen BERNARD. Cremation has taken place. The family will receive Friends from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Sunday July 27th, 2008 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the memorial service will be conducted in the chapel on Monday July 28th at 11: 00 a.m. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation 150 - 633 Colborne Street, London, Ontario N6B 2V3 or Jesse's Journey, P.O. Box 5099, London, Ontario N6A 4M8. On-line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

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