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LEVAC o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-03-01 published
HATHAWAY, Reginald Samuel
Husband of Aileen (Gordon;) father of Dolena (Jack HURST,) King City; Brian (Sue,) Appin; Roger (Deb,) London; Herb (Thomas KING,) London; Richard, Melbourne; and Paula HATHAWAY, Ingersoll. Grandfather of Julie (Ian LEVAC), Ben, Chris WYNDER (Tracy), Emily, Noah, Great-grandfather of Gryffin and Cael. Brother of Laurie (Alma), Strathroy. Predeceased by parents Samuel Tuffin and Lillian Janet (CAVEN) HATHAWAY and brothers Em, Howe, Murray, and Elmer (Charlie.) Reg passed away on February 28, 2008 at his home in London, in his 85th year. For more than 80 years, Reg lived in Melbourne where he and Aileen built and operated a successful trucking and fuel oil delivery business until he retired. Reg proudly supported the community: serving in various positions at the Melbourne United Church, and Dufferin Masonic Lodge #364, and was instrumental in the building of the Townline Terrace Apartments. He served many years on the Caradoc Township Council (councilor and reeve) and Melbourne Volunteer Fire Department. Reg was also proud to be a Shriner's "Roadrunner". Family and Friends will be received at Elliott Madill Funeral Home, 22424 Adelaide Road, Mount Brydges, on Sunday, March 2nd from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. with a Masonic Service at 6: 30 p.m. Visitation will continue at the Melbourne United Church, 592 John Street, Melbourne, on Monday, March 3rd, from 12: 30 followed by the funeral service at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Richard GOLDEN officiating. Interment Longwoods Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Reg has suggested donations to the Melbourne United Church, the London Regional Cancer Clinic, or the Charity of your choice would be appreciated.

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LEVAC o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-03-08 published
McCRAE, Margaret " Daisy" (formerly NICHOLSON)
Peacefully, on Thursday, March 6, 2008 at McCormick Home, Margaret "Daisy" McCRAE passed away in her 101st year. Predeceased by her husbands Robert NICHOLSON and Joseph McCRAE. Loving mum of Mairi (Bill) MORRIS of Wales and Margaret (Bev) VERNON of Milton. Dear grandma of Ann (Jim) LLOYD, Gwyneth (Richard) PARKER, Robert MORRIS, Mairi VERNON, Katie (Alan) WARRINGTON. Great-grandma of Nicholas LLOYD, Richard MORRIS, Ryan and Beth WARRINGTON and great-great-grandma of Jack LLOYD. Loving aunt of Myra LEVAC. Friends will be received at Memorial Funeral Home, 1559 Fanshawe Park Road (east of Highbury), for visitation on Monday, March 10, 2008 from 12 noon to 1 p.m. A service will be held under the auspices of the Orphah Order of the Eastern Star at 1 p.m. where the memorial service will immediately follow. Interment will take place in Oban, Scotland at a later date. In memory, donations to the McCormick Home would be appreciated.

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LEVACQUE o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2008-06-03 published
NIXON, Annie McPhail "Nan" (née McLEAN)
Nan NIXON passed away peacefully at Errinrung Residence in Thornbury on Monday May 26, 2008 at the age of 93. Born in Greenock, Scotland, she was the daughter of John and Lilius (née DELGARNO) McLEAN. At the age of 15 Nan immigrated to Canada with her parents and siblings. Although Nan received a limited education and faced many challenges in her earlier life, as was so often the case in those years, she was able to fulfill her most important dreams, those of raising her family and being a kind and loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is remembered by her family and Friends as a wise woman whose patience and forgiveness set examples for all to follow. She loved her home and ensured that it was always a welcoming environment for all and her homemaking skills were passed as a legacy to her children. Her home was always clean, the treadle sewing machine rarely resting as she made and re-made clothing for her family and the results of her knitting and quilting were cherished by all who received her homemade gifts. Above all Nan loved to play with the grandchildren sharing their laughter while enjoying checkers, dominoes, snakes and ladders and many card games. She encouraged her family to strive to succeed by endeavoring to do their best at whatever task might be in front of them. She shared her spirit with the gentle 'toughness' that was her inspiring strength of character. Nan was predeceased by her husband Robert Henry NIXON in 1956 when she was a woman of 41 years of age and she remained undaunted in her dedication that her family should know the warmth and security of home. She is remembered as a loving mother by her daughters Dorothy FROST of Thornbury, Isobel LEVACQUE of Collingwood and Debra Nixon McLEOD of Nottawa and she was predeceased by her son Bill NIXON. She is lovingly remembered as a dear mother-in-law by her daughter-in-law Betty (SANGSTER) Nixon VANDERLINDEN of Clayhurst, British Columbia, and by her son-in-law Roger McLEOD of Nottawa. She will also be remembered by her brother Jim McLEAN of Parksville, British Columbia and by sisters-in-law May McLEAN and Joy McLEAN, both of Meaford. Nan was also predeceased by sons-in-law Bill FROST, Ray LEVACQUE and Dale VANDERLINDEN and by brothers and sisters John McLEAN (Isabelle,) Jean SMITH (Harvey,) May MARTIN (Ray), David McLEAN, Tom McLEAN (Ethel), and Bill McLEAN. Nan will be most affectionately remembered as the devoted matriarch of her family including her seven grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren and her many nieces and nephews and their families. As Nan desired, a family service of committal and interment of her cremated remains, officiated by Reverend Dr. Brian GOODINGS of Grace United Church, was conducted at Thornbury-Clarksburg Union Cemetery on Friday May 30 where Nan's ashes were interred with her late husband. If so desired, and in memory of Nan, memorial donations to Thameswood Lodge, a residence for cancer patients in London, Ontario, would be appreciated and may be made through the Ferguson Funeral Home, The Valley Chapel, in Thornbury to whom arrangements have been entrusted.

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LEVANS o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-04-29 published
VANHOOFT, John
Peacefully at Bluewater Health-Palliative Care, Sarnia on Monday, April 28, 2008. John VANHOOFT, 67 years, of Petrolia. Beloved husband of the late Betty VANHOOFT (née (MOORHOUSE2007.)) John was a loving father to Brian VANHOOFT and Jessica BROOKS of Sarnia, Paul and Michelle VANHOOFT of London, and Debra and Chris SCHOLTE of Sarnia and a cherished grandfather to Allyson SCHOLTE. He will be missed by his brother Ed and Corry VANHOOFT of Sarnia and his sisters Rita and Martin CORNILISSEN of Oakwood, Marie and Tony TIMMERS of Forest, Anne and John TIMMERS of Sarnia, Rose Kemmis and Mike LEVANS of Sarnia, and Jean and Gerry GERRITS of Camlachie. He was predeceased by his parents John and Elizabeth VANHOOFT and a brother-in-law John HUBERS. Friends will be received on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Needham-Jay Funeral Home, Petrolia where a memorial service will he held on Friday, May 2, 2008 at 1: 00 p.m. Interment to follow in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Wyoming. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made by cheque to Bluewater Health Foundation (Palliative Care), London Regional Cancer Centre, or the Victorian Order of Nurses Memories and condolences may be left on-line at www.needhamjay.com.

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LEVASSEUR o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-03-26 published
LEVASSEUR, Raymond▼
Passed away suddenly of heart failure on Sunday, March 16, 2008, age 61. He is survived by his sisters Denise, Françoise, Rejeanne, Marcelle, brother Julien, and brothers-in-law Rosaire and Pierre. Raymond will be missed by his many Friends, and colleagues and Friends at Air Canada. Cremation has taken place and at Raymond's request there will be no service. A celebration of his life will be held at a date yet to be determined. Condolences may be forwarded to robin.bunn@sympatico.ca.

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LEVASSEUR o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-03-29 published
LEVASSEUR, Raymond▲
Passed away suddenly of heart failure on Sunday, March 16, 2008, age 61. He is survived by his sisters Denise, Françoise, Rejeanne, Marcelle, brother Julien, and brothers-in-law Rosaire and Pierre. Raymond will be missed by his many Friends, and colleagues and Friends at Air Canada. Cremation has taken place and at Raymond's request there will be no service. A celebration of his life will be held at a date yet to be determined. Condolences may be forwarded to robin.bunn@sympatico.ca.

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LEVE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-02-28 published
OLFMAN, Mitchell
In Montreal, on Tuesday, February 26, 2008. Beloved husband of Bess (LEVE) for fifty-five years. Devoted father and father-in-law of Lisa OLFMAN and David WOLFE of Toronto, Sharna OLFMAN and Daniel BURSTON. Cherished Zaida of Michael and Rachel WOLFE, Adam and Gavriela BURSTON. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Bertha and the late Harry AVRITH, Ruth and the late Jack OLFMAN and predeceased by Joe and May, Hy and Sarah, Abe and Helen, Maurice and Ann, and Shia OLFMAN. Brother-in-law of the late Esther and the late Sam STERN and the late Hymie LEVE. Mitchell will be sadly missed by his nieces, nephews, relatives and Friends. Special thanks to Doctor Peter Kavan, Doctor Peter Metrakos and his Purple Team as well as the nursing staff of the Royal Victoria Hospital. Funeral service from Paperman and Sons, Montreal 3888 Jean Talon W. on Friday, February 29 at 10 a.m. Burial at the Dorshei Emet Congregation Section, Eternal Gardens Cemetery, Beaconsfield. Shiva private from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. ending Monday evening March 3. Donations in his memory may be made to the Oncology Department c/o Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251 or to Canadian Magen David Adom for Israel, (514) 731-4400.

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LEVECQUE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-06-24 published
GOLDHAWK, William " Allan"
Passed away at University Hospital, London on June 21, 2008. William "Allan" GOLDHAWK, of Petrolia, at the very end of his 72nd year, born in Warwick Township on July 2, 1936. Beloved husband and best friend of Debbie (née GILLETT,) and loved father of Betheny, new grandfather of 18 day old Quinntin Allan and future father-in-law of Christopher. Predeceased by his parents Bill and Beatrice (née McRAE) GOLDHAWK and his sisters Valda GEORGE and Gwen RUNNALLS and brother-in-law Bob GEORGE. Survived by sisters and brothers - Liz (Jerry) SPENCER, Linda (Pete) LEVECQUE, Wendy (Bill) VANOS, Les (Diane) GOLDHAWK, Vern GOLDHAWK and brother-in-law Wayne RUNNALLS (Sandra) plus many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Allan will be remembered for his positive and happy outlook on life, his big smile and an honest laugh. Allan was a retired Boilermaker at Local 128, Sarnia. Visitors will be received on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Needham-Jay Funeral Home, Petrolia, where a service of remembrance will celebrated on Thursday, June 26, 2008 at 1: 00 p.m., with Angela MacDONALD officiating. Interment of cremated remains in Warwick United Church Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the London Health Sciences Foundation (Cardiac Care). The caregivers at University Hospital provided the very best care to Allan and showed great kindness and concern for all his family in a very sudden and difficult time. Allan will be remembered and missed by many. Memories and condolences may be sent online at www.needhamjay.com.

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LEVEILLE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-03-13 published
WELLS, Marvin C. Sr.
Of R.R.#6 Wallaceburg, passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2008 at the age of 59. son of the late Lawrence and Marguerite BLAIR) WELLS. Beloved husband of Barb (LAMMENS) WELLS. Dear father of Tammy LEVEILLE (Jim LEVEILLE) of Corunna, Marvin WELLS Jr. (Angela WELLS) of Chatham, Michelle DE BRUYNE (Jeff SOETEMENS) of Ingersoll and Greg ROBINSON (Koren ROBINSON) of Wallaceburg. Sadly missed by 10 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Kind brother of William "Bill" WELLS (Irene) of Oshawa, Madge JORDAN of Blenheim and Allan WELLS (Linda) of Wallaceburg. Special brother-in-law of Lucy of Oshawa. Also missed by Special caregiver Colleen MOYNAHAN. Predeceased by a brother-in-law Ken JORDAN and a sister-in-law Nancy. Visitation will be held at the Eric F. Nicholls Funeral Home, 639 Elgin Street, Wallaceburg, on Thursday, March 13, 2008 from 7-9 p.m. and Friday, March 14, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held Saturday, March 15 at 11 a.m. from the funeral home. Interment in Riverview Cemetery, Wallaceburg. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation may be left at the funeral home.

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LEVENTHAL o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-04-23 published
LEVENTHAL, Rita

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LEVERIS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-05-08 published
RASKAUSKAS, Justin
Died May 6, 2008. Survived by wife Grazina (Chris); children Alicija (Rudd), Judita (Balcita) and Richard. Grandchildren Vincent and Larissa, mother-in-law Valerija LEVERIS. Visitation at the Turner and Porter Yorke Chapel, 2357 Bloor St. W. (at Windermere, east of Jane subway) on Thursday from 5-7 p.m., Friday from 6-9 p.m. with prayers Friday at 8 p.m. Funeral Mass at Church of The Resurrection, 1 Resurrection Rd., Toronto (416-533-0621) on Saturday, May 10, 2008 at 10 o'clock followed by interment at Saint_John's Lithuanian Cemetery, 2185 Stavebank Rd., Mississauga.

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LEVESQUE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-02-02 published
ARNOLD, William Douglas
(Regimental Sergeant Major, Lorne Scots Canada)
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of William at the National Veteran's Home, Toronto on January 29th, 2008 at the age of 88. Bill was predeceased by his wife Wynnifred Margaret Lenore (ROONEY) 1994; sister Muriel THOMPSON/THOMSON/TOMPSON/TOMSON; and parents Sheldon and Ida May (LAIDLAW.) He leaves behind daughters Heather M. ARNOLD and her children Christian, Devon and Stewart WALSH; Lori M. ARNOLD (Tom LEVESQUE) and their children Nicolas and Simon LEVESQUE. As per his wishes he has been cremated and the memorial service will be held at Calvin Presbyterian Church, Halifax on Saturday, March 22nd at 2 p.m. Bill loved and lived life to the fullest, and in return was loved deeply. We will miss his strong and gentle spirit.

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LEVETZOW o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-05-21 published
LEVETZOW, Peter
On Monday, May 19, 2008 at Bridgepoint Hospital. Peter LEVETZOW, predeceased by his brother Hugo. He will be missed by his Friends. At Pardes Shalom Cemetery, community section for service on Thursday, May 22nd at 11: 30 a.m. Memorial donations may be made to Parkinson Society of Canada at 416-227-9700.

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LEVI o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2008-05-17 published
ELLIOT/ELLIOTT, Melvin Clifford
Of Cape Croker, suddenly in Toronto on Thursday, May 15th, 2008. Melvin Clifford ELLIOT/ELLIOTT at the age of 66 years. Loving husband, father, grandfather and brother. Devoted husband of Shirley Ann (née MASON.) Cherished father of Roger, Marty, Kenneth, Melody, Margaret, Helen, Francis, Laura and Deanne. Forever loved and missed by 15 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, his one sister Adele LEVI, and his many nieces, nephews, cousins and Friends. Predeceased by his parents Rodger and Pearline. Family invite Friends to call at the family home (Fire #185, Cape Croker) on Saturday evening from 7-9 p.m. and Sunday from 12-2 p.m. A service celebrating Melvin's life will be conducted from the family home on Sunday, May 18th, 2008 at 2 o'clock. Cremation to follow. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated. In living memory of Melvin a Cedar tree will be planted at the family home by the Thomas C. Whitcroft Funeral Home and Chapel. Condolences may be expressed on-line at www.whitcroftfuneralhome.com

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LEVINE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-02-13 published
LEVINE, Lorraine▼
On Monday, February 11, 2008 at North York General Hospital. Lorraine LEVINE, beloved wife of Norman LEVINE. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Dayle LEVINE, Beth and Arnold ROSSEN, and Heidi LEVINE. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Sandra and Howard SPILLMAN. Devoted grandmother of Mira and Gerald. Cherished aunt and sister-in-law of Wendy and Les VINER and family, and Hannah and the late Harold BELLACK. At Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel, 2401 Steeles Avenue West (3 lights west of Dufferin) for service on Wednesday, February 13, 2008 at 1: 00 p.m. Interment Shaarei Tzedec Section of Roselawn Avenue Cemetery. Shiva 65 Magpie Crescent, shiva visits 2-5: 30 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. daily, evening services Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday and Monday at 7: 30 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to Canadian Friends of Hebrew University 416-485-8000, www.cfhu.org or to Ovarian Cancer Canada 416-962-2700 ext. 225, www.ovariancanada.org

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LEVINE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-03-20 published
SHORT, Mona Clotilde (née BARRINGTON)
Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, on March 18, 2008. She is survived by her husband Hugh, and their four children and their spouses, Tom and Denise (WALKER,) Katharine and Kevin (TURBITT,) John and Nicole (CLARKSON,) Hugh and Ralamy (KNEESHAW.) Mona was fondly known as Bowie to her grandchildren, whom she loved dearly. Alex and Connor, Keeley and Kate, John and Margaret, Avalon and Aidan will all sadly miss her. Her loss will be felt by her brother John, his partner Joy and their children Matthew, Kathleen and Stephanie, and her dear friend and sister-in-law Helen SHORT. Special thanks for the caring expertise of Drs. Mark LEVINE, Nigel COLTERJOHN and Mike STEPHENSON and the staff at the Henderson Hospital and the Juravinski Cancer Centre. A special thanks also goes to the Bob Kemp Hospice. In keeping with Mona's wishes, a private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Remembrance donations may be made to Ontario Nature - The Altberg Wildlife Sanctuary Nature Reserve (366 Adelaide Street West, Suite 201, Toronto, Ontario M5V 1R9) or the Doctor Bob Kemp Hospice (277 Stone Church Road East, Hamilton, Ontario L9B 1B1).
Au revoir Mona, Mom, Bowie!

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LEVINE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-04-02 published
LEVINE, Harry
Harry LEVINE died peacefully at the Doctor Everett Chalmers Hospital in Fredericton on April 1, 2008. Survived by his wife of 64 years Edith LEVINE, his daughter Rhona (Allen,) Sons; Ivan (Lios,) and Peter (Heather), his seven grandchildren, Alana, Julie (Jordan), Andrew (Marlene,) Robert (Amanda) and Lyle, Logan and Chloe LEVINE of Toronto; his great-grandchildren, Yacov LEWIS of New York City: Hallie, Mitchell and Layla RODNEY and Ashley LEVINE of Toronto; and several nieces and nephews. Harry was born on August 12, 1918 in Fredericton, New Brunswick to the late Bessie and Abe LEVINE. He is survived by one brother, Weldon (Joan) LEVINE of Toronto and was predeceased by two brothers, Louis and Jack. Harry attended school in Fredericton before joining his father at Abe Levine and Sons, a multi-national business. He was President of Levine's Department Store for close to fifty years. Harry enjoyed being involved in local organizations and was President of B'nai Brith, Sgoolai Israel Synagogue, Chair of Israel Bond Drive and the United Jewish Appeal. He was President of the Fredericton Chamber of Commerce and 'fundraiser extraordinaire' for the Rotary Club, Salvation Army, Doctor Everett Chalmers Hospital, the Young Men's Christian Association, and was one of the first organizers of FHS Safe Grad. His enthusiastic support of the community knew no bounds as he received such joy and pleasure in each and every endeavor. He received many awards and recognition for his service work and business acumen, including being one of the first recipients of the Fredericton Distinguished Citizens Award, the Governor General Award for Volunteering, and the Fredericton Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year Award. He was honoured to accept the distinguished Paul Harris Fellowship Award, not once but twice, in recognition of a lifetime of unrelenting service to the Fredericton community. As a family, we will miss his unconditional love, his everpresent wise counsel and his zest for humor. The community will remember his generosity of spirit and his great love of music and living life to the fullest. The funeral service will be held at McAdams Funeral Home, 160 York Street, Fredericton, New Brunswick on April 2nd at 1: 00 p.m. Rabbi Kenneth Zisook will officiate. Interment will take place in Sgoolai Israel Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Doctor Everett Chalmers Hospital Foundation, the Fredericton Rotary Camp or the donor's choice. www.mcadamsfh.com

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LEVINE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-05-03 published
MELTZER, Garfield Theodore
Garfield Theodore MELTZER born in Saint John, New Brunswick June 29, 1922 passed away Saturday, April 26, 2008. Dearest husband for over 53 years of Jacqueline (RUBANOWICZ of Paris, France,) beloved father of Evelyne (Michael GARDNER, Halifax,) Richard (Shona GODWIN, Montreal), Stephen (Michaela LINCOLN, Montreal), and Michael (Linda SALNA, Toronto.) He was the much adored Zeidah of Theo and Michaela Meltzer GARDNER, Alexander and Marieke GARDNER, Sebastian, Aidan, Jacob, Spencer, Ariella, Elijah, Kendra and Alison MELTZER. Also leaving behind brother Murray (Eleanor, Montreal,) sister Mary (Walter NACHUM, Florida,) cousin Lillian Meltzer GOLDSTEIN, many nieces, nephews, grand nieces, grand-nephews, and other cousins in Canada, the United States, France and Israel.
Will be greatly missed by Mary ROY MELTZER and Elizabeth BOSCO who provided loving home support over the decades.
Predeceased by his father Samuel MELTZER (who immigrated to Saint John from Vilna, Lithuania) and mother Alice {DRITZ} MELTZER (Vilna, Lithuania) who died in Saint John when Gar was only two, much-loved stepmother, Sarah BALAGENSKI (Warsaw, Poland,) and siblings Lillian (Sydney SCHOEN), Kaye (Barney COLTON), Edward, Anne (Jack LEVINE), Frances (Mischa GELTMAN) and Bill (Doreen.) He dearly loved his in-laws Simon RUBANOWICZ and Raymonde {GORDON} RUBANOWICZ who had also predeceased him. Gar was the kindest, most generous, fair, honourable, humble, optimistic, and evercourteous man who had an indomitable spirit to the very end, and had an irrepressible Gar Heart, that continued to beat long after the doctors thought it would. Gar always took the high road, always turned the other cheek, always had a good word with a smile for everyone. He was committed to promoting human rights, brotherhood, mutual respect, peace and community service throughout his life. He was active in the scouting movement, Akela for over 25 years with the Judaen and then the Eli Boyaner Cub Pack in Saint John. He considered each of his cubs as one of his boys. He delivered Meals on Wheels, offered pastoral care at the Saint John Regional Hospital, served on the Board of the Shaarei Zedek Synagogue, was a founding member and Commander of the Jewish War Veterans in Atlantic Canada, was a member of the Maritime Parkinsons Association, the North West Commercial Travellers' Association of Canada, Albion Masonic Lodge No. 1, the Saint John Multi-Cultural Association, B'nai Brith, RUSI, and past member of the Carlton Curling Club. Gar was a life member of the No. 2 Legion in Saint John having served in the Canadian army and then the airforce as an Officer Training Instructor during World War 2. After the war he was actively involved as an instructor with the air cadets. Gar believed in working hard, in doing one's best and realizing the fruit of one's labours for family and community. He was a ship chandler, the owner of Gar's Diner, the Gar Meltzer Sales, and a commercial salesman for over 40 years representing some 50 companies throughout Atlantic Canada. Six months on the road every year for decades, he developed a network of customers who became Friends who never forgot him for his acts of kindness and tzadkah. His good deeds were innumerable and we usually only heard by chance from those who were touched by his generosity and altruism. In 1992 he was awarded the Canada 125 Confederation Anniversary Medal for community service. And yet Gar never sought honours or recognition. Gar loved his family and he loved his home. He treasured his Friendship with life-long pal I. J. Davis. Thanks to caregivers Judy and Jackie who were so helpful and compassionate providing athome assistance in Saint John; special hugs to Donna who took such good care of him while visiting in Toronto. Much appreciation to the wonderful medical and nursing staff at Toronto East General Hospital where he spent his last days. Donations may be made to the Maritimes Parkinsons Association or to the Gar MELTZER Memorial Scholarship fund c/o the Toronto Dominion Bank, 78 Main Street West, Saint John, New Brunswick, E2M 3N3. Funeral was held at Brenan's Select Community Funeral Home, Paradise Row, Saint John, New Brunswick (506) 634-7424 on Wednesday April 30, 2008. Interment was in the Shaarei Zedek Cemetery, Westmorland Road, Saint John, New Brunswick. The family sat shivah at 55 Goodrich Street, Saint John, New Brunswick following the interment. Condolences may be made in person, by phone, or via our website: www.brenansfh.com.

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LEVINE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-06-14 published
LEVINE, Lori▲ (née McGILVRAY) (1945-1998)
When Lori LEVINE (née McGILVRAY) left us June 13, 1998, ten years ago, it signified more than the end of a woman's life - it marked the completion of an influence. Taken far too soon, aged 52, Lori approached each and every task, miniscule or grand, with the energy of one hundred wild lions and the composure of a titan. She was a force that nature must have been quite fond. The magic continue to her mettle. you terribly of life is that we be influenced by We love and miss Lori, Mom, friend. We miss you very much.

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LEVINE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-07-03 published
JUDGE, Shirley Ann (née HIBBERD)
Social worker, feminist, professor, partner, lover of books, gardens and road trips. Born September 22, 1938, in Surrey, England. Died February 4 in Ottawa of colon cancer, aged 69.
By Helen LEVINE and Donna JOHNSON, Page L6
In many ways, Shirley JUDGE came at the world in an old-fashioned British way. She was independent, courageous and outspoken, but had a certain personal reserve.
Born Shirley Ann HIBBERD, she was the responsible eldest of four girls raised in wartime England. Her earliest memories were of food rations, victory gardens, billeted Canadian soldiers and hiding in the "bomb shelter" under the stairs when air-raid sirens sounded.
A top-flight high-school student who dreamed of studying history at Oxford, Shirley was streamed into social work at the University of Bristol, a course of study "befitting a woman." Her first job was in a mining community. By age 23 she was co-ordinating adoptions for an entire county.
Shirley married in 1963, immigrating with her husband to Ottawa, where she worked in child welfare at the Children's Aid Society. The marriage ended after seven years. Shirley formed an enduring bond with Henry HOMONICK.
She became a highly respected psychiatric social worker at Ottawa's Queensway Carleton Hospital. When the head of her department died suddenly and a less-qualified male colleague was appointed as interim director, Shirley resigned in protest.
She joined the faculty of Carleton University's school of social work, teaching and organizing the graduate field placement program. The school's structural feminist approach fit with her convictions about social justice and women's equality. On the side she ran a small counselling practice and acted on the boards of various women's organizations.
Shirley had a lifelong love of learning. She earned a pilot's licence, was an expert gardener, took courses in retirement, belonged to a book club, and travelled. She was a member of a feminist "envisioning" group - nine women who met regularly for potluck suppers and discussions both personal and political.
She met her terminal diagnosis with true British grit and humour. She wanted full information and choices, including the option to die with dignity. In the end she fought to stay alive, for in spite of chemo, pain and loss of energy, Shirley found riches and meaning in the last year of her life. Dying was a kind of intense road trip in a foreign land, and she lived it fully, opening up about her fears, joys and hopes in a way she had never done before.
Her final project was audiotaping her experience of dying for Canadian Broadcasting Corporation Radio. At meetings, at parties, at chemo sessions or alone in the middle of a sleepless night, the tape recorder came out. Shirley loved having a project that challenged her and gave a sense of purpose to her dying.
Helen LEVINE and Donna JOHNSON are Shirley's Friends.

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LEVINSON o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2008-03-17 published
RABOVSKY, Myer " Mike"
Peacefully at Summit Place in Owen Sound on Sunday morning March 16, 2008. In his 86th year, 'Mike' Myer RABOVSKY, beloved husband of the late Miriam RABOVSKY (née LEVINSON,) loved father-in-law of Bruce RONALD, loving grandfather of Kayla and Seth. Remembered by his nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his loving daughter Goldie (Mrs. Bruce RONALD,) by his three sisters Bertha, Lillian and Sadie, and by his three brothers Moses, Irving and Max. Funeral Services will be held at the Beth Ezekiel Synagogue, 313 - 11th Street East, Owen Sound on Monday afternoon March 17 at 2 p.m. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. In keeping with Jewish customs no flowers please. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the Beth Ezekiel Synagogue would be appreciated by the family. (and may be made by calling Breckenridge-Ashcroft Funeral Home 519-376-2326).

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LEVINSON o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-01-10 published
WEBER, Susan (née MELOMED)
On Tuesday, January 8, 2008 at North York General Hospital. Susan WEBER, beloved wife of the late Allan WEBER. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Harold and Nadine, and Diane Weber BEDERMAN, and the late Martin Arthur WEBER. Devoted daughter of the late Chaim and Getel MELOMED. Dear sister of the late Cecil SCHMULENSON, Lily MATLOW, and Louis, David, and Esther MELOMED. Cherished grandmother of Stephen WEBER, Jeffrey WEBER and fiance Ashley LEVINSON, Michael BEDERMAN, Jaime and Charles BISHOW, and Alison and Daniel PUGEN. Devoted great-grandmother of Avery BEDERMAN, Lana BISHOW, and Kyla PUGEN. At Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel, 2401 Steeles Avenue W., (three lights west of Dufferin) for service on Friday, January 11th at 10: 00 a.m. Interment, Beth Sholom Synagogue section of Mt. Sinai Memorial Park. Harold and Nadine WEBER and family will be sitting shiva at 104 Babcombe Dr., Thornhill. Diane Weber BEDERMAN and family will be sitting shiva at 108 Quail Valley Cres., Thornhill. Memorial donations may be made to Mazon Canada 416-783-7554 or to a charity of your choice.

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LEVIS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-01-03 published
LEVIS, Richard " Dick"
Born in Toronto, resident for many years of Hollywood, Florida. Passed away suddenly on December 25th, 2007 in Hollywood. Beloved husband of his wife of 47 years Linda Jan, loving father of Richard LEVIS Jr. and Patrick LEVIS. Beloved grandfather of Ian George LEVIS of Eustache, Québec. Sadly missed by brother Ted and sisters Libby and Mary Lou and many nieces and nephews. A private service will be held and his ashes placed on the sunny Florida shores he loved so much. Donations in Dick's memory can be sent to a Veterans
Condolences may be sent to the family at 1409 Lee Street, Hollywood, Florida 33020.

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LEVITT o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-03-09 published
STARKEY, Ruby " Joyce" (née LEVITT)
Peacefully at Bluewater Health- Norman Site on Saturday, March 8th, 2008. Ruby "Joyce" STARKEY of Forest passed away a few days before her 84th birthday. Beloved wife of George for nearly 58 wonderful years. Dear mother of Velma (John) YOUNG of Sarnia, Glen (Joy) STARKEY of Forest and Linda (Lorenzo) GIANCARLO of Bright's Grove. Cherished grandmother of Michael (Patricia) YOUNG, Daniel (Bethany) YOUNG, Bradley GIANCARLO (fiancee Saira) and Alisha GIANCARLO (Kyle ROLLINSON.) Sister of Lawrence LEVITT. Predeceased by parents Herbert and Lily LEVITT, sisters Bernice and Greta LEVITT and brother Harold LEVITT. Joyce was a member of the Forest United Church United Church Women and the North Lambton Lodge Auxiliary. Visitation will be held at the Ronn E. Dodge Funeral Home in Forest (James at Watt St.) on Monday, March 10th, 2008 from 7-9 p.m. Funeral will be held from the Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 11th, at 1 p.m. with Rev. Cathy LARMOND officiating. Interment Arkona Cemetery. Donations to the North Lambton Lodge Auxiliary, Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated by the family. Donations and condolences may be left online at www.dodgefuneralhome.com. In memory of Joyce, a living tribute has been planted. As the tree grows so will your memories. - the Denning Family.

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LEVY o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-03-25 published
TAILOR/TAYLOR, Hilda (LEVY)
In loving memory of Hilda, My twin sister, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, great aunt, mother. Grandmother and a friend to all who knew Hilda, who passed over March 25, 2004. The month, the day, I will never forget. When my thoughts go back as they always do, I treasure the memories I have of you. This day is remembered and quietly kept, No words are needed, I will never forget, For deep in my heart you will always stay, Loved and remembered each and every day. Forever in our hearts and prayers, Sadly missed but never forgotten, Your loving twin-sister Helen, brother-in-law Gerry, and our families.

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LEVY o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-07-19 published
LEVY, Kathlyn " Kathie" (née SLEE)
Peacefully at London Health Sciences Centre - University Campus on Friday, July 18, 2008, Mrs. Kathlyn "Kathie" LEVY (née SLEE) passed away in her 83rd year. Cherished wife of the late Lloyd LEVY (2005.) Dear mother of Sandy DEL PAPA and her husband David, Janis FISHER and her husband Ted, Jon LEVY and his wife Kim. Loving grandma of Michael (Tina), Robert (Trish), Scott (Eowyn), Kari (Michael), Nicole and Erin. Great-Nana to Alexis, Hailey, Alisa, Adria and Brooklyn. Survived by her beloved sister Lynn HARTLEY. Kathie is remembered for her strong love of family, her devotion to Friends and neighbours and her kind and gentle nature. Family will receive Friends at Memorial Funeral Home, 1559 Fanshawe Park Road E., (east of Highbury) for visitation on Sunday, July 20, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be conducted at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 552 Fanshawe Park Road E. on Monday at 11 a.m. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, London Health Sciences Centre or a charity of choice.

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LEVY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-03-11 published
HANDS, Esther▼
Peacefully▼ on Monday, March 10, 2008 at her home. Esther HANDS, beloved wife of the late Harold HANDS. Loving▼ mother and mother-in-law of Sharon and Stanley CLAVIR, and Doctor Brian and Cynthia HANDS. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Minna GOODMAN, Ethel▼ WALTON, Beatrice and Sid MAGDER, Harold▼ and Linda ZENER, Kay ZENER, Edith LEVY, and the late Allan (Sonny) TURNER, Norma▼ REVO, and David ZENER. Devoted grandmother of Robin MIRSKY, Jeffrey HANDS, Stuart and Desiree HANDS, and Laurie and the late David BALICK, and great-grandmother of Jonah, Hannah, Jacob, and Harrison. Special thanks to Thelma, Dr.'s Les RICHMOND and Russell GOLDMAN for their care, compassion and kindness. At Holy Blossom Temple, 1950 Bathurst Street, (Bathurst south of Eglinton) for service on Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at 12: 30 p.m. Interment Holy Blossom Memorial Park. Shiva 169 Dunvegan Road from 2: 00 p.m. daily evening services at 8: 00 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Esther Hands Memorial Fund c/o Holy Blossom Temple Foundation, 416-789-3291 extension 265.

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LEVY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-03-31 published
LEVY, Percy
It is with great sadness that our family announces the death of our Father, Grandfather, Great-grandfather and Patriarch, in his 96th year on Friday, March 28, 2008 at The Apotex Centre, Baycrest. He will be greatly missed by his daughter, Donna and son-in-law Sheldon ROBINS, and his grandchildren Laurie and Carolin, David and Sharon, and Josh. His great-grandchildren Noah, Sarah, Jessica and Amy were his very special joys and he was indeed fortunate to have been able to live to meet them and watch them as they grew. In addition, Percy is mourned by his sister Betty and was pre-deceased by his brother-in-law Nat, and his brother and sister-in-law Sam and Esther. He was an adored uncle to Carolyn and Bill, Sharon and Les, Erle, and Eddie and Fern and a very special friend to so many, most of whom he out-lived. There are no words to express our gratitude to Percy's many caregivers at Baycrest especially Lorna, Elmeh, Joycelynn, Beverley, Cecil and Glenda. Their loving care made all the difference to him and eased our family's pain as we watched him slowly decline. A graveside service will take place on Monday, March 31, 2008 at Holy Blossom Memorial Park on Brimley Road at 1: 30 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Percy and Florye Levy Endowment Fund c/o Baycrest, 416-785-2875, or to the Percy Levy Memorial Fund c/o The Benjamin Foundation, 3429 Bathurst Street, Toronto, M6A 2C3, 416-780-0324, www.benjamins.ca

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LEVY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-06-10 published
HAMILL, Andrew Thomas
(May 1, 1928-June 8, 2008)
Peacefully at Toronto General Hospital on Sunday, June 8, 2008. son of the late John and Rose Ann HAMILL of Toronto. Loving father of Wayne HAMILL (Vicki) of Vancouver and Gary HAMILL (Oriana) of Mississauga. Proud grandfather of Clayton, Sydney, Conor and Ethan. Adored husband and dearest friend of Donna HAMILL (GORBOLD.) He will be greatly missed by his family, Friends and his best pal, Brit. Andy attended Saint Michael's College School where he played football and hockey and developed his lifelong love of sports. His working life was spent in the Hospitality Industry with associations with Carling O'Keefe Breweries, Henninger Breweries and Gilbey Canada. The family would like to thank Doctor Gary LEVY, Director of the Multi Organ Transplant Programme at the Toronto General Hospital and Transplant Surgeon Doctor Mark CATTRAL. Also Dr. Judith MILLER and Eveline PORTER of the Renal Programme at Toronto General Hospital and Doctor OREOPOULOS and Glady GARCIA of the Home Peritoneal Dialysis Unit at Toronto General Hospital. Also many thanks to Doctor Christine ELSER at Princess Margaret Hospital. Friends may call at the Turner and Porter Yorke Chapel, 2357 Bloor St. W. (at Windermere, east of Jane subway) on Thursday, June 12, 2008 from 11 o'clock until time of Service of Remembrance in the Chapel at 1 o'clock. If desired, donations to the Toronto General Hospital or the Toronto Humane Society would be greatly appreciated. What a long and courageous run it has been.

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LEVY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-06-21 published
ROSS, Claire Isabel (née REID)
Died June 17th in Kingston, Ontario where her devoted daughter Cindy ensured that her final years were made comfortable. Claire was the loving daughter of Harold and Clara (SUTTON) REID of Montreal. When Claire grew up in Quebec higher education was a luxury only the affluent could afford. She was sent to secretarial school and then to work at an early age. However, this did not deter her from reading widely, developing a love of poetry, and learning everything she could. Indeed, Claire was a quick and able student who easily mastered anything she set about to learn, whether it was playing bridge, dancing, or learning to speak French. Later, her children came to depend upon her ability and strength of character. They rightly felt that she could do anything - and do it with loving kindness and grace. She could make clothes, hats, upholstery, draperies, pottery, all with her characteristic beauty and elegance. Lucky recipients treasured her hand knit sweaters as one of a kind works of art. Claire was an exceptional and sophisticated cook, who also had flawless taste in interior decorating; she could turn an ordinary room into a beautiful, cozy oasis. Although Claire had a quick and lively wit, she never criticized people or said an unkind word about anyone. She was always cheerful and loved fun as she made everyone feel happy and welcome while she provided endless hospitality. Her husband, Ralph, who died in 1969, often said that the luckiest day of his life was the day he met Claire. She is survived by her three adoring children, Deborah CAMPBELL (David) Fredericton, New Brunswick, Cynthia McKEGNEY (Brian) Sydenham, Ontario, and Ian ROSS (Cheryl) Toronto, and her five beloved grandchildren, Kate and Neal McKEGNEY, Ross CAMPBELL, and Madeleine and Evan ROSS. Also surviving are her three sisters, Mabel ADRIAN, Jessie REESE and Shirley RAMSAY for whom she was a loving sister. She also helped raise two step-daughters, Ruth LEVY and the late Mary KELTON, who were grateful for her compassion and generosity. She was the brilliant, shining light of our lives and we treasure her memory. In keeping with Claire's wishes, cremation will be followed by a private family service. In lieu of donations, please do something kind for someone today in memory of Claire.

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LEVY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2008-03-11 published
HANDS, Esther▲
Peacefully▲ on Monday, March 10, 2008 at her home. Esther HANDS, beloved wife of the late Harold HANDS. Loving▲ mother and mother-in-law of Sharon and Stanley Clavir, and Doctor Brian and Cynthia HANDS. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Minna GOODMAN, Ethel▲ WALTON, Beatrice and Sid MAGDER, Harold▲ and Linda ZENER, Kay ZENNER, Edith LEVY, and the late Allan (Sonny) TURNER, Norma▲ REVO, and David ZENNER. Devoted grandmother of Robin MIRSKY, Jeffrey HANDS, Stuart and Desiree HANDS, and Laurie and the late David BALICK, and great-grandmother of Jonah, Hannah, Jacob, and Harrison. Special thanks to Thelma, Doctors Les RICHMOND and Russell GOLDMAN for their care, compassion and kindness. At Holy Blossom Temple, 1950 Bathurst Street (Bathurst south of Eglinton) for service on Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at 12: 30 p.m. Interment Holy Blossom Memorial Park. Shiva 169 Dunvegan Road from 2: 00 p.m. daily evening services at 8: 00 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Esther Hands Memorial Fund c/o Holy Blossom Temple Foundation, 416-789-3291 extension 265.

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