It is with great sadness, Maret Sirotkin passed away on May 16, 2020 in her 89th year after a lengthy illness. She leaves behind a son and a daughter, 4 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Her wit and stubborness as well as her generosity will be certainly missed! The family greatly appreciated the staff at Dundas Retirement Place as well as all of the loving PSWs that helped her daily! As per our mother’s request, there will be only a private family service.
Poyner, James Michael – March 16, 1943 – May 13, 2020 – passed away peacefully at home on May 13th, 2020, at the age of 77. Remembered by sons Raymond Poyner, his wife Debra Poyner, Timothy Poyner, John Poyner, his wife Melissa Poyner and grandchildren Trinity and Randy Richmond, brother Bob Poyner and his wife Pat, sister-in-law Eleanor Emery and her husband Jim and their families. Predeceased by his wife Lynda Lee, daughter Lisa, mother and father Jake and Anne. Missed by all. Cremation has taken place and a private service will be held at a later date. For those wishing, donations to a charity of you choice would be greatly appreciated.
At home, and with loving family by her side, Anita passed on Thursday, April 16, 2020, at 84 years of age. Predeceased by her beloved husband and best friend, James H. (Jim) Sheppard in 2004. Dearest mother of Lorie Shimmell (John) and Jamie Peritore (Gerlando), and loved grandmother of Whitney, Scott and Alex. Anita’s life, in childhood through adulthood and into the wise years, has been full of loving relationships: her cherished
parents (Ormel and Irene Leavitt/nee Cooper) and grandparents, her siblings, nieces, nephews, cousins,
friends and neighbours. Anita’s children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren honour her life and bring her
memory into the future of our family. Cremation has taken place. A private celebration of Anita’s life will take place at a later date. If desired, expressions of sympathy, in Anita’s memory, to the Canadian Cancer Society, the
Cancer Assistance Program (Hamilton), or your preferred charity would be sincerely appreciated. Anita always had a friendly smile to share, always cared about others, and her light will shine on.
“Wherever You Are, God Is.”
August 11, 1951 – May 6, 2020
Kidney, David Edward – On Wednesday May 6th, David Kidney was suddenly and unexpectedly called home to meet his Savior. He loved his family dearly; his wife Gloria, his 2 sons Jesse and Matt, and his two daughters-in-law Tiffany and Jen. Madison and Brooke, his 2 beautiful granddaughters were the pride of his life. He was born in Hamilton to Joyce and Ed Kidney in 1951. David was the eldest of 3 brothers, Alan (Helen), who now lives in Red Deer Alberta, and Stephen, now in Wainfleet. As a graduate of the McMaster Fine Arts Programme, David had a lifelong interest in the arts. His other passion was music. Playing the guitar was a daily habit and writing songs a favoured pastime. David’s joy in the Lord deeply impacted his family in Christ at Bethany Gospel Chapel where he was an elder. He was involved in the Dundas community through coaching baseball, soccer and hockey when the boys were young. As Director of Classroom Services at McMaster for 40 years, he was involved in many aspects of campus life and he sat on several professional committees including OUETDA where he had many friends and colleagues. David’s Service will be live streamed from Turner Family Funeral Home on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. at https://livestream.com/accounts/14938408/davidkidney. Cremation has taken place.
*The livestream link will be available to re-watch the service for 4 weeks after the day of service
Pfeffer, Donald – passed away at Hamilton General Hospital on Friday, May 1st, 2020, at the age of 80. He was a good son, brother, husband, son-in-law, father, and grandfather. He will forever be loved and remembered by: his wife Kate; three sons Steven (Azumi), Edward (Marnie), David (Rebecca), and one step-son, Mike (Tina); Don will also be fondly remembered by his eight grandchildren, as well as his sister Jean, two brothers Wayne (Jenny), and Jerry. He spent his lifetime as an educator. He loved nature and supported conservations. He enjoyed getting to know people and all things cultural. A private family service has taken place. His church family will celebrate his life at a later date.