The Spectator has lost a big fan of its daily crossword. Letty Upsdell (nee Pierce) passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Villa in Dundas on July 25, 2022 at the age of 102. Letty is survived by her son Bob (Judy) of St. Thomas and her daughter Lynn of Ancaster. She was predeceased by her son Tim (2011). She is also survived by her grandchildren Fraya, Laura, Sean, Brynn, Travis, and Crysta-Lynn, as well as great grandchildren Simone, Emma, Leah, Alexa, and Jaxon, and many nieces and nephews. Letty was predeceased by her dear husband Bill (1996) and two loving companions, Kerwan Walsh (2009), and Bill Lawson (2014). She was also predeceased by brothers George, Stewart, Ernest, Roy, and Jack, and sisters Sadie and Anne. Letty was born in Morris Township in the County of Huron in 1920. After raising her family, Letty taught for several years at Park Business College in Hamilton before joining her husband Bill in establishing and operating a chain of four jewellery stores under the name Cambridge Jewellers until their retirement. The family wishes to express its sincere gratitude to Liz Young for the special care she provided to Letty over the past year. Friends will be received by the family on Friday afternoon, July 29th, from 1 until the Service for Letty at 2 o’clock at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas. Interment Woodland Cemetery. The family requests that all those in attendance at visitation and Service, wear a mask. Donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Leonard Paul Teeuwen on July 21,2022 at the young age of 56 at his home in Kitchener, Ontario. Leonard was predeceased by his father, Paul, and his infant brother, also named Leonard. Leonard leaves behind his beloved sons Simon (age 21) (Hannah) and Jeremy (age 19), the joy of his heart; his mother Joyce Teeuwen (86 years); sister Phyllis Connelly (Jamie); and Mary Teeuwen, the mother of his children. He will be greatly missed by his Aunt Marg, Uncle George, Uncle Bruce and Bertha, as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins (both in Canada and Holland). He was an awesome son, brother, husband, father and friend! Leonard was born in Burlington, Ontario on March 30, 1966. He attended Hillfield Strathallan College in Hamilton for most of his elementary and secondary education. Leonard received his Honour’s Business Degree from Trent University in 1989 and graduated with his CGA in 1995. Leonard has been a business entrepreneur for 25 years and in accounting for approximately 30 years. He founded 2 accounting firms: Teeuwen-Turner-Moore (now TurnerMoore) in Bobcaygeon and The Tax Advantage in Kitchener. In the accounting community, Leonard was well known and respected for his relentless hard work, high ethical standards, devotion and leadership. He thoroughly enjoyed working with the many clients he had gotten to know over the years. Leonard enjoyed some hobbies to relax. In his younger years he was an active member of The Burlington Teen Tour band (the only person that could blow, march and make music carrying a bass tuba); this allowed him to travel. He loved to spend time with his family and extended relatives- trips to Florida and Holland. For some peace and solitude he enjoyed time in his boat. A Celebration of Leonard’s life will be held on Friday, August 5, 2022. Visitation at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas, Ontario from 10:00am-12:00pm with a graveside service a short hour’s drive at The New Dundee Union Cemetery at 3:00pm. (Please bring a lawn chair unless you wish to stand). In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Autism Ontario in Leonard’s name. The family is very appreciative of the love, prayers and support they have received during this very difficult time.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Karl Donaberger on July 19, 2022 at the age of 90. He passed peacefully with his immediate family by his side. He is survived by his son Ron (wife Anne), sister Leopoldine, nephew Manfred and niece Andrea, predeceased by his wife Gertrude and his brother Franz. Many thanks to the staff at Cedar Grove in St. Joseph’s Villa for the wonderful care he received especially during these difficult times. A gravesite service will take place on July 27 at 2 PM at Grove Cemetery in Dundas. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to a charity of choice.
Guided safely to the loving and embracing arms of his dear Mother, the family announces the peaceful passing of our beloved brother, uncle and cousin Ron at home on 19 July 2022 in his 66th year.
Predeceased by his father Robert (2000), mother Lois (2020), sister Colleen (2012) and brother Patrick (1998). Survived by his brother Daniel and brother-in-law Gregory Luciani, nephews Connor (Selena) and Riley and several cousins, particularly our very special cousin Bernice Brown who has always been there for all of us.
Ron was an avid lover of the bagpipes and loved to go to all the Scottish festivals. Ron enjoyed camping, swimming, playing basketball, music and dancing. Ron was happiest being surrounded by family and friends.
Ron will be missed by all who knew and loved him at Community Living Hamilton and by all those who cared for Ron at home over the past many years. The excellent care provided by Bayshore PSW’s and Nurses that kept Ron at home with us is greatly appreciated by the family. Ron loved all the special attention he received from his everyday PSW’s Mick, Geraldine, Barbara, Gerald and Everlita. Ron was truly content while these kind and caring people were around him.
Many thanks to all of the medical doctors and nurses of the St. Joseph’s Palliative Care Team in providing the guidance to assist us in allowing Ron to pass peacefully at home.
Friends will be received by the family on 22 July 2022 from 11a.m. to 12p.m. at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St. Dundas, immediately followed by Ron’s service in the chapel. Interment to follow at White Chapel Memorial Gardens. Reception to follow next at the Cattel Centre next to the Funeral Home. The family has requested that all of those attending wear a mask. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you donate to Community Living Hamilton, McMaster Children’s Hospital or a charity of your choice.
On July 11th, 2022 Christel Johanna Hulda Parys (nee Stemmler) passed away surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of the late Rudy Parys, mother of Susan (Travis) and Monique (Robert) and Oma to Chelsea, Logan, Garrett and Georgia. Predeceased by her mother Else and father Karl Stemmler. Christel was born in Solingen, Germany on January 19, 1934. She loved to travel and visited many countries in her early 20’s before immigrating to Montreal, Canada in 1957. In 1961 she married Rudy and they eventually settled in Mississauga. She was a talented seamstress and became an instructor for the Peel Board of Education and taught sewing in the evenings for many years. She loved teaching and was well liked by her students. During the days she worked as a Manager for a fabric store, although it is debatable whether she sold more fabric than she bought. Over time she amassed a huge collection of fabrics. In later years she still traveled on vacation to Spain, and helped care for her grandchildren. She had such strength, determination and sass and has shown so much courage these last couple of months. She will be greatly missed. Love you forever! A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, July 23rd from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., at the Cattel Centre (located next door to the Turner Family Funeral Home), 53 Main Street, Dundas. The family would like to send special thanks to all the staff and volunteers at Carpenter Hospice for their excellent care and support these last few weeks. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations go to Carpenter Hospice.
On July 14, 2022, in his 94th year, at the Guelph General Hospital. He was comforted by the support of his children in his final days and his Granddaughter, Marie Nolan (nee Leblanc), held his hand as he left this life. Patrick worked for many years at Valley City Manufacturing, first as a draftsman and was Vice-President when he retired at the age of 60. He was predeceased by his wife Catherine “Kit” (nee Mundy) in 1999 after caring for her during her fight with cancer. She was gone too soon.
Originally from Charleville Ireland, he first emigrated to England where he met the love of his life on a blind date. The two loved each other until the end and he continued to love her until he joined her. He said in his last days that she was waiting for him and wanted to make sure he was okay.
He was involved in many charitable works throughout his life and had a strong belief in helping those who were less fortunate. He was a Volunteer at his parish of St. Augustine’s and raised funds to support low-income housing through the Knights of Columbus. He truly believed in “do unto others”.
In his later years he spent time between Ontario and his son’s home in Victoria, BC until he was too unwell to fly.
Everyone who knew Pat knew two things about him: if he liked you, he teased you; if he loved you, he teased you mercilessly; and he was also the consummate flirt. He had an amazing sense of humour and loved deeply. He wanted his children to know that he loved them all and said it many times as he neared the end.
The family would like to thank the staff at Stone Lodge and Wellington Terrace where he resided in the last years of his life. Staff always were enthused to tell his children how wonderful he was.
The family would also like to thank his attending physician at Guelph General Hospital – 4 West and the very caring nursing and professional staff there.
Patrick was predeceased by his wife and companion of 54 years, Catherine (Kit), his Parents; Michael and Anne (O’Connor), Brothers Tom and Jack and Sisters Mary and Sheila. He is survived by his five children: Ann (Arnie), Pat (Debra), Joe (Sue),Daniel (Tom), and John (Ron); his grandchildren David, Marie, Michael, Thomas, Sonya, Danielle, Charles, Venessa, and Ashley; and his many great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Sunday July 17, 2022 from 1 – 3 PM at Turner Family Funeral Home,53 Main St. Dundas. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Augustine’s Parish Church, 58 Sydenham St., Dundas at 11a.m. on Monday, July 18, with internment to follow at St. Augustine’s Cemetery, Dundas, where he will be laid to rest beside his beloved wife. In lieu of flowers, the family ask for those wishing to pay tribute to Patrick to make a donation in his name to the charitable organization of your choice.
The family is grateful for the love and support they have received through this difficult time.
