Aug 14, 2020 |
November 19, 1942 – August 10, 2020
After fighting many good fights, Michael Kiely peacefully passed away at home surrounded by family. Beloved husband of Margaret (Duffy) for 48 years, who stoically and lovingly cared for and supported Michael in sickness and in health. Cherished father to Sean, Michelle (Jason), and Paul (Melissa). Adored by grandchildren Claire, William, Kieran and Aidan. Treasured brother of Moira (John), Gerry (Lynn), Sean (Karen), Rita (Andrew), John David and John Peter. Michael will live forever in the hearts of all his family and friends. He was a long time employee of the HWCDSB as a teacher and consultant. In his retirement, he enjoyed spending time with family and friends as well as traveling to Ireland and Florida. He received excellent care, with a special acknowledgement to Dr. Julie Emili, Dr. Carolyn Levis, and numerous wonderful home care nurses. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family on Monday afternoon or evening from 2-4 or 7-9 by phoning the funeral home at 905-628-6412 or signing up online at https://signup.com/go/ipTAoru to attend visitation. Mass for Michael will be held at ST. AUGUSTINE’S CHURCH, 58 Sydenham Street, Dundas, on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. Please be mindful of seating restrictions and the need for social distancing. If desired, donations to St. Vincent de Paul or the Good Shepherd Centre would be sincerely appreciated by the family. Good night and God bless. Sláinte!
Aug 13, 2020 |
Passed away peacefully on August 12th, 2020 in her 76th year. Beloved wife of Bert Marsh. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Jeanne’s Life will be held at a later date.
Aug 8, 2020 |
1919 – 2020
Very few people live a life that spans a century, but we knew that she was ready to go. It’s just hard for those of us who are left to turn the page. Born in Hamilton, Dorothy also lived in Deep River and Ottawa, but the Dundas/Hamilton area was where she considered to be her home. She left the Hamilton area in 2008 after her husband (John B. McDougall) of close to 70 years died and moved up to Ottawa where she died at Granite Ridge Community Care on August 4, 2020 after a long illness. Those who are left to mourn include her daughter Valerie Carey of Espanola, grandchildren Ian Carey (and wife Terra and daughter Abbie) of Niagara Falls and Heather Carey (and partner Richard Fournier and children Willow and Hunter) of Spanish, sister Gail Brooks of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, and several generations of nieces and nephews. Her parents (Edward and Bessie Pitcher) and brother (Fred Pitcher) predeceased her. She was a member of Dundas Baptist Church for over 60 years. As the church was very important to her, we would ask that donations in her memory be made to Dundas Baptist Church. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 12th at 11 a.m. at Dundas Baptist Church. If you wish to attend please sign up using this link: https://tithe.ly/event-registration/#/2338107. Special thanks for the extraordinary care and compassion shown by the staff at Granite Ridge during this difficult time.
Aug 2, 2020 |
October 10, 1934 – July 31, 2020
With great sadness we announce the passing of Peter on 31 July, 2020 due to complications from dementia. Left to mourn are his wife Michele (nee Fleming), sisters Mary (Jake) Warkentin, Martha (Syd) Traikowsky, and brother John (Marilyn). Also all of Michele’s sisters and brothers and their spouses who loved Peter dearly, many nieces and nephews and especially nephew Ryan VanSickle who with his Uncle Peter enjoyed the odd G&T on the balcony. Predeceased by first wife Jean (Miller), daughter Janice, brother Jacob (Susan), sister Aganetha Andrews (John). Peter had a great life doing what he loved. A career military man (1958 – 1990) serving first with the Provost Corp. One day after crawling on a tank he decided he would rather do that so remustered to the Armour Corp. serving with various regiments in Canada, Germany and UN tours in Cyprus and the Middle East. Peter retired as a member of the 8th Canadian Hussars. Peter made many great friends in the military which he maintained to this day. Peter was an active man who played golf and curled for many years and was an avid hunter and fisherman. His go to in the fall every year was hunting with the Indian River Hunt Club gang. Peter’s best time was our move to “The Pennerosa” a 100 acre piece of heaven we moved to on our posting to Trenton in 1988. He thrived there planting a big garden, making the best wine for miles around, cutting wood, grass and ploughing snow. Making the sweet, sticky taste of spring in maple syrup was another one of Peter’s talents. He loved going across the road in the morning to Trillium Ridge Sugar Bush and cooking sap. Another passion at this time was raising champion beagles. Trips to Hare and Fox trials were plenty and more great friendships were forged. Peter’s years lived on Maple Sugar Road were his best times and so many friends there still. Peter’s other great passion was being a Mason. He was Master of Deseronto Lodge and District Deputy Grand Master of Prince Edward County 1996-97. Peter went through Scottish and York Rite rituals to become a Master Mason. Once that was accomplished the next step was to become a Shriner which he did in 1992 and enjoying the friends and fundraising there became club president in 2008 and past Commander Legion of Honour for Rameses 2008. It is hard to sum up the great man Peter was in this small space. He will be missed so much. We send him to the “Great Architecture of the Universe” with much love and hugs. See you there Your “Babe”. Wish to thank emerg staff and Mary Grace Wing 4th Floor for the wonderful care they gave to Peter. Donations to Shriner Children’s Hospital, Montreal, Alzherimer Society, Hamilton/Burlington SPCA or St. Joseph’s Hospital would be appreciated by family. Service for Peter will be held at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas on August 7 at 11:00 a.m. If you wish to attend please RSVP at https://signup.com/go/KcMkYON. All attendees must follow the directives stated on https://thebao.ca/registrars-directive-stage-3-gathering-limits-food-beverages/.
Those who are unable to attend can watch Peter’s Service via livestream at: https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=cdd921bc-1c63-41d1-963b-c6a3eeceb700.
Jul 26, 2020 |
August 18, 1949 – July 23, 2020
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Douglas Bruce Rice after a courageous battle with cancer. He will be deeply missed by his wife Nancy, daughters Alanna (Chris Rowe), Sarah Lindeman, Amanda (Vanni Boetto) and cherished grandsons Julian and Cristian. Doug is predeceased by his parents Lorne and Betty Rice and brother Jeff (Carol). He is survived by his sister Carolyn Komaromi and many nieces and nephews.
Doug worked for CIBC for 35 years largely in Hamilton and Toronto. He retired from his role of Regional Director of Private Banking in 2004 to enjoy time with his family and to pursue his favourite past -time of golf. Doug was happiest outdoors hiking with his family, walking the beach in Florida, kayaking among the mangroves on the Indian River and exploring the world. He has given us many funny stories and ‘Dougisms’ which we hope to share at a memorial next spring when the Covid restrictions are lifted and we can truly celebrate together as Doug would have wanted. He was outgoing, boisterous, and full of life and he will be missed and remembered every day. As per Doug’s wishes cremation has taken place. Comments and remembrances may be made through The Turner Family Funeral Home, Dundas.
Should you wish to make a donation in Doug’s name, please consider the Juravinski Cancer Clinic who provided him with excellent care over the past 6 years, or a charity of your choice.
Thank you to all our family and friends for being there during the difficult times. Your support will never be forgotten.
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