It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Richard Lawrence Guinan in Hamilton, Ontario at St. Joseph’s Hospital. After a brief hospital stay, Richard passed swiftly and peacefully. Our family would like to extend gratitude to the healthcare team members of the 6th floor surgical unit of St. Joe’s for the exceptional and compassionate care he received. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Judith Ann; his sister Mary-Lou; his daughters Sara and Laura; his sons-in-law Jonathan and Robert; his grandchildren Xavier, Owen and Emmett; as well as his loyal dog Winston and many brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews and incredible friends. Richard was predeceased by his father Thomas and mother Ileana May. Rick was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba and moved with his family throughout remote areas of Canada. He resided for many years in Toronto and St. Catharines prior to settling in Hamilton, Ontario. As a young man he developed a passion for flying small aircraft, a love of golf and was incredibly social. Rick worked in sales, marketing and business development in the insurance industry. Rick spent many hours dedicated to volunteering with the Air Cadets, Optimist Club, Rotary Club, Brain Injury Association and other organizations that benefit people living with disabilities. He was a regular contributor to the Terry Fox Foundation. He was very proud that he had the opportunity to meet Terry and pilot him to and from events during the “Marathon of Hope” within Toronto and Niagara region. Rick was greatly inspired by Terry’s courage and tenacity. Rick was a dedicated husband, a caring father and a loving grandfather. He was always willing to help others. Whether someone needed to be cared for, picked up, dropped off, needed to borrow a tool or they simply needed a hand, Rick was your guy. Rick was up for fun and adventure. He loved to share a toast with family and friends with a cheerful “I’ll drink to that”. He will be missed more than anyone can imagine. We will be planning a celebration of life at a future date. At this time, our family asks in lieu of flowers that you please make a donation in his name to the Terry Fox Foundation. Our family would like to thank the countless people who have reached out with love, support and kindness. It truly means the world.
Peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones, on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 following a sudden illness at the age of 76. Linda is survived by her son, Jay, and daughters Lee (Tony Rumleskie) and Sherri Southall (Anthony Cassano). She was an amazing grandmother to Sophie and Lily Cassano and Zoe and Jackson Rumleskie. Linda was the loving daughter of Jeff and Bette Nunn (both deceased), sister to Maureen Nunn (deceased) and Mike Nunn (deceased). Survived by her sister-in-law Karen Nunn, nephew Michael Nunn (Hans Daetwyler), and nieces Mari Beth (Kyle Davis) and Megan Nunn (Kevin Stoddard). Great Aunt to Ella Davis. Linda will be missed by extended members of the Southall family and many lifelong friends. Friends will be received by the family for visitation on Friday evening, March 17th from 5 – 9 p.m. at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas, also where Linda’s Service will be held on Saturday, March 18th at 1:00 p.m. Cremation to follow. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
March 31, 1942 – March 13, 2023 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing Robert on March 13, 2023 at the Hamilton General Hospital after a brief battle with cancer. Predeceased by his beloved wife, Delores (1990), his granddaughter, Rebecca (2020) and his siblings Lillian (2007)and Norm (2020). Loving father of Joseph Gibson and Roberta Katz (David). Cherished grandfather of Johnny (Lyssa), Jordan (Meredith), Jason (Brian) and Noah. Great Grandfather of Mason & Hunter. Bob will be greatly missed by so many friends and family especially his siblings, Shirley, Don (Linda), Mary (John), Betty & Moe, brother-in-law “Unc” John (Jane, 2020) and daughter- in-law Sherry Gibson. A special thanks to Elna Keating for her love, support and care for Robert (Bob) long before his short battle with cancer. Bob was a retiree from Stelco Canada Works & Lake Erie Works. He enjoyed fishing, horse races, cards, Yatzee and bingo. Visitation will be held on Thursday March 23, 2-4, 6-8 pm at Turner Family Funeral Home. Graveside service will be held on Friday March 24 1pm, Holy Sepulchre Catholic Cemetery, 600 Spring Gardens Rd, Burlington, ON. Donations can be made to Jewish National Fund at 905-527-5516 or to Hamilton Jewish Family Services at 905-627-9922.
died peacefully at St. Peter’s Hospital in Hamilton in her 91st year, surrounded by children and grandchildren. Marjorie’s greatest joy was her family: husband Grant (d. 2011), children Blair, Lara, and Martin, her children-in-law Pam, Paul and Roberta, grandchildren Cole, Dylan, Emily Rose, Monty, Nicola and Trevor (d. 2018). She loved them all “a bushel and a peck.”
Marjorie came to Canada in 1940, one of the thousands of children evacuated from Britain during the Second World War. The fact that she viewed this as an adventure really set the tone for her life. She hiked, canoed, cross-country skied, and endured long operas with husband Grant. These – at times arduous – activities often yielded only a few sublime moments, but since they were adventures, Marjorie always found them worthwhile.
Though she embraced Canada as her new and permanent home, Marjorie never lost touch with – or her affection for – her family back in the UK and in New Zealand and Australia.
Marjorie was a great friend who valued kindness above all other virtues. But if anyone praised her kindness, she usually deflected the compliment, quipping “Oh, yes, people stop me in the street to tell me how kind I am.” It is certain that any pedestrians she encounters upon the ethereal paths she now treads will be doing just that!
The family extends heartfelt thanks to the St. Peter’s Palliative Team for making Marjorie’s last days quiet and dignified.
There will be a reception for friends and family at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas, Ontario, 2pm-4pm on Monday, March 13, 2023. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to a charity of your choice.
Of Dundas, Ontario died peacefully on Friday March 3, 2023 in his 81st year. Predeceased by his partner of over 40 years, Carol Cook (Sales), he leaves behind his daughter Deb Tallevi (Jason) and step-sons Jim Cook (Carol) and Cam Cook (Linda) together with six grandchildren Emma, Abby, Ben, Spencer, Damien and Gabriel. He is survived by his brothers Murray Jamieson (JoAnne) and Dean Jamieson (Sandy). Gary dedicated his life to service. From the age of 15 until he retired 42 years later, LCol Jamieson served with the Department of National Defence Reserves. His career started with 424 Squadron, RCAF Auxiliary before moving to the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders. He went on to command 23 (Hamilton) Service Battalion and to hold many senior staff level positions at various headquarters. He ultimately returned to where he started in high school, the RC Air Cadets commanding both the 700 and 845 Squadrons. He was passionate about contributing to the lives and development of these young cadets. Gary was an active supporter of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 36 in Dundas and served in its colour party until his passing. While experiencing many different jobs in his life, he spent the last 25 years in service to the Ministries of Municipal Affairs and Housing as well as Community and Social Services within the Ontario Provincial Government. He was able to travel to many parts of the globe through his lifetime, loved spending time with his grandchildren and found pleasure in eagles, airplanes, ‘bunny wabbits’ and the many cats that kept him company on his journey. He impacted more people than we could ever count and will be sadly missed by his family. A short service will be held at 11am on Thursday March 9th, 2023 at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main, Street, Dundas.
Devison, Linda – Passed away peacefully at the “Nora Frances Henderson Hospital”, on March 1, 2023 in her 75th year (Birthdate: September 11, 1948). Predeceased by her loving husband Sandy Devison (January 2014). They shared 43 memorable years (31 years as husband and wife). Dear sister of Fran Rempfer, sisters-in-law of Nancy (Val) Nugent, and Yvonne Jones. Predeceased by her parents Albert and Marjorie Child, infant sister Patricia, brother Albert, brothers-in-law Bill Rempfer and Roy Jones, and mother & fathers-in-law Martha and Sam Westcott and Hector Devison, and her best friend of 60 years Donna Bennett. Step-mom of Martha (Bill) Robinson, George (Darlene) Devison, and Michelle Clark. “Granny” will be lovingly remembered by Steven (Nikki) Traver, Lyndsay (Kyle) Prytula, Justine (Jeff) Atherton, Danielle (Kevin) Stewart, Lane (Keely) Clark, Chloe (Brendan) Sevigny, Drew (Breanne) Clark, and Korri Robinson. Extremely blessed “Great-Granny” of Reece and Kayden Traver, Deacon and Blaise Prytula, Mason and Kara Stewart, Patrick and Elliott Sevigny, and Tahlia Atherton. Auntie Linda will be fondly remembered by nieces and nephews Teri Havers; Dave (Val) Rempfer, Mike (Christel) Child; Jill (John) Barratt; Lynn (Ryan) Rempfer-Gamache; Patti (Allan) Boucher; great nieces and nephews; April (Mike) Browning, Megan and Brittany Havers; Joseph and Nicole Boucher; Catherine (Levi) Steffen and Adam (Katherine) Rempfer; Troy and Cole Barratt; Heili and Lucas Child; and Hayzen Gamache. Great-Great Aunt of Victoria Browning, Mikkel and Arija Steffen. Linda will be especially remembered by her second-cousin Denise Hart, and her precious cat “Manilow”. Linda was a secretary for Atkinson Engineering Inc. for 35 years (retired 2010); former Membership Director and Life Member of the Hamilton Air Force Association; one of eight members of the “Gab and Shuffle Card Club” for over 35 years; and a 99-year member of the Barry Manilow International Fan Club. Linda’s ashes will be buried at Grove Cemetery, Dundas with Sandy where they will spend eternity together. Friends will be received by the family on Monday, March 6th from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Turner Family Funeral Home 53 Main Street in Dundas where Linda’s Service will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. The family wish to express their gratitude to Dr. Aljama and the staff at Juravinski Hospital (or as Linda always remembers it as “Nora Frances Henderson Hospital”) for their excellent care especially during her final days. It was Linda’s wish that any in Memoriam Donations be made to Cystic Fibrosis Canada, the Dundas Food Bank, or send her favourite flower “Carnation” to someone you love.
