Sep 7, 2016 |
June 24, 1950 – September 4, 2016
Robillard, Karen Elaine (nee Simpson) – Passed away peacefully at the Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice on September 4th in her 66th year. Predeceased by her parents Ralph and Alma Simpson. Survived by her companion of 19 years Wayne Peters. She will be truly missed by her family, son Matt (Shannon), grandchildren Brooklyn, Aubrey, and Colten, son Brent (Christine), grandchildren Ryan and Thomas. Survived by her brothers Bernard, David, Harry Simpson and sister Susan Mullett. Karen loved Wayne’s family as her own and will be missed by, son Brad Peters, grandchildren Alex and Owen, daughter Lisa Forster, grandchildren Madeline and Megan. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff and volunteers of the Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice in Hamilton for their wonderful care and compassion. “For all my Family and Friends – Your love has filled my heart and will be my companion from this point on”. As per Karen’s wishes cremation has already taken place. A joyful celebration of Karen’s life will be held at Copetown Woods Golf Club, 1430 Concession 2 West, Copetown, Ontario L0R 1J0 on Sunday September 18th between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Please join us for a “Toast” to Karen at 2:30 p.m. Those wishing to make a donation in her memory are asked to consider the Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice (www.kemphospice.org) or the YWCA Encore Program (www.ywcahamilton.org).
Sep 1, 2016 |
July 12, 1942 – September 1, 2016
LEWIS, (nee Smith) Marlene Dorothy “Koo Koo”. Born July 12, 1942. It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of our mom, wife and grandmother on Thursday, September 1, 2016. She leaves behind her husband Ken of 54 years, their 3 children Shawn (Barb), Kim (Mike), Robyn and 8 grandchildren, Felicia, Dustin, Austin, Jessie, Oliver, Ashley, Arden and Emerald. She was dearly loved by many nieces, nephews and friends and will be greatly missed by all. She had a wicked sense of humor, a contagious laugh and was extremely young at heart. She was the greatest woman on earth and a huge hole has been left with her passing. If you hear any rumbling in the sky you’ll know she is up in heaven now with her mom and dad, brother and many of our dad’s brothers and sisters having one heck of a hoedown and reunion. We love you Koo Koo. You will never be forgotten. Friends will be received by the family on Tuesday afternoon and evening from 2-4 and 6-8 at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas, where Marlene’s Service will be held on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. Interment White Chapel Memorial Gardens.
Aug 30, 2016 |
Zucchero, Maria (nee Battaglia) – Passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Villa on Tuesday, August 30, 2016 in her 93rd year. Predeceased by her husband Jim (1975), daughter Marie Laurenza (2006) and son Anthony (2014). She will be dearly loved and missed by her children Frank (Beth), Jim (Susan) and Fran, daughter-in-law Theresa, sister-in-law Josie and her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Friends and family will be received on Tuesday morning from 11:00 until the time of Maria’s Service at 12:00 at ST. JOSEPH’S VILLA, 56 Governor’s Road, Dundas. Interment MOUNT PEACE CEMETERY, 3204 Cawthra Road, Mississauga, ON L5A2X6. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the Children’s Wish Foundation would be appreciated.
Aug 26, 2016 |
April 29, 1918 – August 24, 2016
Hunt, Mary Eleanor (nee Martin) – in her 99th year, passed away peacefully after a short stay in Extendicare Hamilton. Predeceased by her husbands Robert Rayner and Ted Hunt. This amazing lady, our mom, will be missed big time by her son, Bruce and her daughter Marilyn J. Sharpe (need Rayner). Also, by her grandchildren Dee McCallum (Paul) and 5 great-grandchildren; Shelly McDonald (Brent) and 1 great-grandchild; Lesley Sharpe (Nicholas) and 3 great-grandchildren. A private family interment has taken place. Donations to Westover Baptist Church would be greatly appreciated by the family.
Aug 25, 2016 |
November 14, 1944 – August 25, 2016
Taafe, Gary Albert – At the Hamilton General Hospital on Thursday, August 25, 2016, in his 72nd year. Predeceased by his parents Albert and Lillian and his brother Robert. Gary is survived by his sister-in-law Cathy Tolstoshei and her husband Bill, and many cousins and friends. He will be greatly missed. Gary was retired from Claybar Contracting. Friends will be received by the family on Sunday afternoon and evening from 2-4 & 7-9 at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas, where the Service for Gary will be held Monday afternoon at 1:30. Interment White Chapel Cemetery. Thanks to the Hamilton General’s ICU and Rehab Centre for their incredible care shown to Gary over the last several years. If desired, expressions of sympathy may be made to a charity of your choice.
