Dec 8, 2016 |
April 10, 1955 – December 8, 2016
Cizikas, Vincas (Vince) Albertas – 61, of Lynden, Ontario, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on the morning of December 8, 2016. Vince was a big guy with a big heart. A devoted husband to his beloved wife, Irene, of 27 years, he worked tirelessly to provide for his family; a family he loved and would do anything for. Quick with a joke and quick to tease, he could brighten a room with his larger than life personality. A straight talker who always told you what he thought and told it like it was. If you didn’t like it, well… Vince spent nearly his entire career as a driver. From TTC buses to transport trucks, he could drive pretty much anything. One of his proudest accomplishments was being recognized for 10 years of service as a volunteer firefighter with the Burlington Fire Department. Living out a childhood dream, he drove a fire truck on numerous calls, fighting fires with his colleagues at Fire Station #2. When work was done he was a master of relaxing. With beer in hand and a beloved dog close by, he could while away the hours telling stories and shooting the breeze. Life was to be enjoyed. A favourite motto was “Why do today, what you can put off till tomorrow?” He loved fishing with his dad, playing darts, watching the Jays and making fun of the Leafs. When will they be good? “Neeeext Yeeeear!” Vince was a large man who had an even larger impact in the lives of many people. He will be dearly missed. Vince is predeceased by his parents Barbara and Albertas Cizikas, and is survived by his wife Irene, daughter Sonya (Gary) Mackin and their children Alec and Josh; his son Trevor (Christine) and step-son David (Jayne) Whyte; his sister Vanda (Bobby) Slaney and their family, and his brother Peter and his family. A remembrance will be held on Saturday, December 17th at 2 p.m. at the Lynden Legion Hall, 206 Lynden Rd., Lynden, ON. L0R 1T0. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Vince can be made to the Ontario SPCA.
Dec 7, 2016 |
December 24, 1921 – December 6, 2016
Netherby, Edith Mary – Peacefully, and surrounded by the love of her family, Mary passed away on December 6th, just eighteen days before her 95th birthday, at St. Joseph’s Villa in Dundas, Ontario. She will be greatly missed by her children – Bill (Bonnie), Dawn (Peter Rosser) and Rick (Esther); grandchildren – Michael Rosser (Nicole), Heather Hook (Mike), David, Kristopher and Kevin; and great-grandchildren – Sarah, Olivia and Gabriel. Mary was a very independent woman, who handled life’s challenges with dignity and determination. She loved her family, reading, knitting and travelling, and enjoyed her career as a legal secretary. Many thanks to the staff at the Villa for their wonderful care and support during the last four years. A private graveside service will take place at Bayview Cemetery in Burlington. In memory of Mary, donations to the Alzheimer Society, or a charity of your choice, would be much appreciated.
Dec 2, 2016 |
July 17, 1923 – December 1, 2016
Robert (Bob) Charles Nelson, U.E.: Hamilton born, beloved Nelson family patriarch, peacefully in his 94th year, after a valiant struggle to hold on to precious life. Youngest son of the late Thomas & Lucy; loving husband of the late Isabella (Dollie) Mae Millard, late partner Joyce Willett, and current partner Mary (Flo) O’Dowd; father of Marcia Mae Nelson Pedde (Mike), Carol Louise Nelson, Bradford Charles Nelson (Nancy) and Pamela Maureen Kotzeff (Peter); grandfather (known as ‘Bompa’) to Donald Gordon, Chris Kempinski , Nick Kempinski, Kirsten Gordon Frankum, Sasha Kotzeff Gowan, Nichol Kotzeff Cruise, Laura Kotzeff, Simon Kotzeff, Robert Douglas Nelson & Jeffrey Nelson, Sonja Moro and Cynthia de Haan; great grandfather to Robert, Ainsley, Brianna, Maura, Eva, Faye, Hayden, Eloise, Asher, Hugh & Lukas. Robert was a proud Mason, Kiwanian, Bell Pioneer, and performer with Hamilton’s Geritol Follies. He leaves behind a large, loving family, many, many friends, and glorious memories for us all. The family extends its heart-felt thanks to the medical professionals and staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital (Charlton Campus), Hamilton, for their genuine concern, care, and determination in helping Bob live comfortably and fully these last few months. Donations can be made to St. Joseph’s Hospital (Hamilton), Nephrology, Hematology or Dialysis Units in lieu of flowers. Celebration of life to be held at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas Ontario. Visitation at 10 AM Tuesday December 6th, followed by a service at 11 and reception.
Dec 2, 2016 |
March 10, 1991 – November 28, 2016
It is with heaviest hearts that we share the news that Megan ended her young life on this earth on Monday, November 28, 2016 in Nanaimo, BC. Loving daughter of Scott Glass and Sian Morgan and dear sister to Alexandra Glass. Adored granddaughter to David and June Glass and the late Dorothy Morgan (nee Willis). Megan had a long journey through addiction filled with deep pain, but also true joy she found in recovery. Her light and spirit will live on and she will be remembered for her quirky jokes, big smile and warmth she shared with so many. We can never know her last thoughts or the depths of the suffering she faced inside. But we do know she was loved completely. Revel in the peace, dearest Megan. The funeral service will be on Wednesday, December 7 at 1pm, St. James Anglican Church, 137 Melville Street, Dundas.
Dec 2, 2016 |
November 10, 1970 – November 29, 2016
Peacefully left this world on November 29th 2016 surrounded by love. Loving husband to Barb Oakes (nee Davis) for 23 years, best friends for 31 years, in love forever. Proud father to Jocelyn, Sadie and Connor. Loving son born to Herb Oakes and Colleen Greene on November 10th,1970 and son-in-law of Frank and Janet Davis. Sadly missed by his step-mother Sandy Oakes, his sister Theresa Oakes, step-brother Jay Sykes (Melissa) and brother-in-law Phil Davis (Tammy). Rich was also loved by his nieces and nephews, many Aunts, Uncles and cousins. In lieu of gifts and flowers a Donation to the Stedman Hospice would be greatly appreciated. There are no words to express our gratitude for the support and care Rich and our family received from the hospice staff. A celebration of life will be held on December 9th, 2016 at Copetown Hall from 5pm-9pm. There will be an opportunity for anyone who wishes to share their thoughts or memories of Rich during the celebration.
