Dec 10, 2020 |
Our Kath (aka Zippy, Zee, Mama Zip) took flight to other realms on Tuesday afternoon. A perfect day for her to choose, December 1, 2020 a fresh layer of snow covering everything in sight and the start of her favourite time of year. A wonderful Mom to Karly and Katelyn, loving partner to Vi, forever the big sister to Becky and aunt to Danny & Bobby, raised in Dundas by, and daughter to, proud parents Sheryl & Lyle Fairfield. Also known as the Terraware maven, the designer of luxury clothing for her wide reaching and eco-minded customers. She will be loved and hugely missed by so many friends, family and community members. Such a charismatic, generous hearted and social being who loved her people, and spending time with them. A mentor to some, a place of safety for many, always ready to discuss, debate, drink wine and laugh! When the snow has melted and the flowers are blooming there will be a chance to come together to celebrate Kath’s life in the way she would want it to be. Donations to the Breast Cancer Society of Canada in Kath’s honour very much appreciated. Please sign Kath’s on line Book of Condolence at www.turnerfamilyfuneralhome.ca
Dec 6, 2020 |
It is with sadness we announce the passing of our mother Jessie Dunlop at St. Joseph’s Villa on Friday, December 4, 2020. Predeceased by her husband George and sister Ruth. She will be remembered always by her sons Jim, Howard (Laura) and Tom and grandchildren Evan and Connor, and niece Louise Foucher, nephews Melvin, David and William Foucher. Jessie is a retired employee of Regional Medical Associates at McMaster University and was a very involved individual who had many interests. At this time cremation has taken place and a celebration of Jessie’s life will be held at a later date when all can be together. If you so wish, donations to a charity of your choice in Jessie’s memory would be appreciated by the family.
Dec 4, 2020 |
It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts we announce the passing of Gary Zuk on November 30, 2020 in his 75th year.Beloved son to the late Thomas and Martha Zuk (nee Mushumanski), loving partner to Ann, second father to Mary-Anne, Anthony (Janee) and Monica (Tony) and grandpa to seven grandchildren, Brianna, Dianna, Eliana, Antonio, Ethan, Landon & Emmy. Gary was born in Sudbury before his family moved to Bealton where they owned the General Store. In the late 50’s the family moved and settled in Westdale, Hamilton. Despite the adversities he faced with Cerebral Palsy and hearing impairment, Gary could walk and run like the wind. He attended Park Business College and then obtained his Accounting Diploma from Mohawk College. He shared stories of his adventures around Westdale and Churchill Park, walking the trails to McMaster. He had an amazing sense of humour and could make anyone laugh with his quick wit. He had a love for Bible writing, big band and jazz music, chess, Walker’s chocolate, and cruising with his soulmate Ann. He truly enjoyed life, loved his family and had the warmest most generous heart. When Gary’s health took a turn he moved to the Strathcona neighbourhood. Here he met his second family with the Good Shepherd Assisted Living Program. He truly loved and appreciated each and every one of the Personal Support Workers, staff and volunteers who helped him with his daily living needs. He enjoyed chatting and laughing with the men’s group and looked forward to special events hosted by the Assisted Living Program. During Gary’s final weeks, he was loved and cared for by many with dignity and grace. Warm thanks to our Strathcona neighbours who prepared and delivered healthy delicious meals and to the McMaster Family Practice Team. Gary spent his final days at Emmanuel House Hospice where he took the Lords hand in comfort. Words cannot express the gratitude the family has for the Good Shepherd. We started together and we ended together. Keeping within the directives in place due to Covid-19, a private visitation and Service for Gary will be held. Interment White Chapel Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Good Shepherd Assisted Living for Seniors Program are appreciated. Please sign Gary’s online Book of Condolence at www.turnerfamilyfuneralhome.ca
Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord all the Earth. Psalm 96:1
Dec 1, 2020 |
January 28, 1957 – November 29, 2020
It’s with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Betty Mostacci (nee Monaco). Surrounded by her family in her home, she passed after a courageous fight with cancer. Beloved daughter of the late Vittorio and Vera Monaco. Cherished mother of Melissa, Alexander (Nathalie), and Veronica (Chris). Forever in the heart of Claudio. Beloved sister to Cecile Monaco (Tony) and Tina Mair. She will be deeply missed by the many other people that she touched the hearts of over the years including her numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and extended family members.
She loved her family above all else, she would always make sure that everyone left her house having felt welcome and full. Sunday’s growing up were always special with her in the kitchen all morning making a true feast. Even when she was battling cancer, she made sure everyone around her was well fed. She loved to spend her summers outdoors tending to her flower and vegetable gardens. When she no longer could, she would sit outside and guide us on the garden’s needs.
Betty’s spirit touched her many friends and colleagues. She took great pride in her work at Villa Italia, where she worked for over a decade. She was always excited to interact with all the staff and residents bringing them many smiles and laughs. She had a boisterous, infectious laugh that could illuminate the whole room that we used to joke could be heard throughout the neighbourhood, and will be one of the things we miss most.
A special thanks to the caring and compassionate caregivers from St. Elizabeth Health and Nurse Next Door.
A Private Family Service will be held followed by cremation. The Private Service will be available via livestream at Livestream for Betty’s Funeral, Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Juravinski Cancer Centre would be appreciated by the family
Mom,
We will always hold on to the little things you would do to show you cared that seemed to always catch us off guard. We will always love you forever to the moon and back. We cherish how strong you were throughout your courageous battle. We love you and wish we had the opportunity to make more memories with you.
Love,
Melissy, Zandy, and Ronnie
Nov 30, 2020 |
There will be a Zoom Memorial Service for Andrew on December 27, 2020 at 3 p.m. To attend the Memorial Service, click Here
Burghardt, Dr. Andrew Frank (Emeritus Professor, McMaster University), at St. Joseph’s Villa, Dundas, Ontario, on Friday, November 27, 2020, at the age of 96. Loving husband for 64 years of Mary (née Farrell). Loving father of Maryanne (Dr. Romeo Bruni) of Toronto, Paul (Paula) of Oakville, Margaret (Dr.) (Dr. Mark Rosati) of Orillia, Madeline (Dr.) (Richard Marshall) of Toronto, and Barbara (David Wilson) of Cambridge. Dear Poppa of Meghan (Mark Trifunovic), Alison (Adam Fore), and Sarah Bruni, Catherine and John Burghardt, Owen and Esmee Rosati, Seph, Tonnán and Raphael Marshall, Erin, Kate, and Emma Wilson.
Predeceased by his sister, Madeline and his brother Robert. Andrew was born in New York City on April 5, 1924, the son of Hungarian immigrants Anthony Burghardt and Mary Weiss. He served in the US Army in the Philippines in World War II, taking part in the invasion of Luzon. He received his B.A. cum laude from Harvard University, and his Masters and Ph.D. in geography from the University of Wisconsin (Madison). He taught at Stanford University prior to his appointment at McMaster in 1961. He was a visiting professor at the universities of Minnesota, Victoria, Guelph, and the Free University of Berlin. He specialized in political and historical geography, was a councilor of the Canadian Association of Geographers, and was awarded an Austrian medal of honour for his writings on Burgenland. Locally, he served with the County Planning Board, the Urban Renewal Committee, Commissions on Regional Government, and CAPIC. He was a member of the Bach-Elgar choir, Hamilton Right-to-Life, the Serra Club, and the St. Augustine’s parish council. After retiring in 1989, he wrote the history of his McMaster geography department, and served as archivist and historian, as well as lector and teacher in the RCIA program at St. Augustine’s in Dundas. He also wrote the histories of St. Augustine’s and the McMaster Newman Alumni Association.
Visitation will be held at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas, on Wednesday evening from 6:30 – 8 p.m. and Thursday from 2 – 5 p.m. as per the BAO directives, everyone must sign up for the visitation at https://signup.com/go/vPhmWro. Numbers are limited. Due to Covid-19 restrictions of assembly, the funeral will be by invitation only. Interment will be in St. Augustine’s Catholic Cemetery, Dundas. In lieu of flowers, please donate to: Students for Education, Empowerment, and Development (seedkenya.com), Keys to Inclusion (westtorontokeys.com), Larche Canada (larche.ca), or the St. Joseph Villa Foundation (sjvfoundation.ca).
“I will sing to the Lord all my life
I will sing praises to my God as long as I live”.
Nov 29, 2020 |
Kowalchuk, Mary – Passed away peacefully at Amica in Dundas on Wednesday, November 25, 2020. She will be dearly missed by her brothers Tom (Barbara) and Bill (Donna) and many nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. Mary was predeceased by her brothers Nicholas (Shirley), John (Anne), Sy (Norma), Walter (Sarah), Alex (Thelma) and Peter (Mary Jane). As per Mary’s wishes, a private graveside service was held at Mt. Zion Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy to the Hamilton General Hospital – Heart Unit, would be appreciated by the family.
