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Fama, “Joseph” Guiseppe

fama_photo 001February 18, 1934 – July 15, 2013

Fama, Joseph – February 18, 1934 – July 15, 2013.  It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of our dear brother Joseph.  Predeceased by his parents Carmela (Bucca) and Sebastian Fama, his sister Mary, brother Johnny and niece Tracey Holroyd.  Beloved brother of Angela Holroyd (Peter), Antoinette Speziale (Joseph), Frank Fama (Joan).  Many thanks to his good friends from Cathedral High School and St. Michael’s University, Art Sampson, Martin Hughes, Jim Hughes, Henry Rapsavage and Jim Beingessner and long time friend Wally Kane for their support and frequent visits at St. Joseph’s Villa.  Also thank you to the 4th Floor Cherry Lane staff, especially Ashley, Vilma and Ursula for their special care.  Also to Pat Brezden for her palliative care.  Joe will be missed by his nieces Kelly Duck, Nicole Fielding and Leslie Bernardo and by nephews Mark, Michael, Kevin and Brett Fama and by 1 great niece and 5 great nephews.  Friends will be received by the family on Thursday afternoon and evening from 2-4 & 6-8 at the Cattel, Eaton & Chambers Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas.  Joe’s Mass will take place at ST. AUGUSTINE’S CHURCH, 58 Sydenham Street, Dundas on Friday at 11 a.m. Interment St. Augustine’s Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of choice would be appreciated.

Horncastle, Allen William “Bill”

At the Wellington Park Care Centre, Burlington, Ontario on Thursday, July 11, 2013. Beloved brother of Wendy Ditomaso (Brian Squire) and the late Randy. Uncle to Dana and Daniel. Cremation and a private interment have taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.

Russell, Marilyn June (nee Goodbrand)

March 31, 1938  -July 10, 2013

Now at peace, Marilyn died at The Meadows in Ancaster, on Wednesday July 10th with her daughters at her bedside.  She is predeceased by her loving husband Eric.  She will be missed by her daughters Kelly Russell (Andy Terrett) and Allison (Dave) Outerbridge and by her five grandchildren James, Hannah and Katherine Terrett and Aidan and Emily Outerbridge.  Marilyn will be remembered for her sense of humour and love of laughter and as a loving mother and grandmother.  A Memorial Service will be held for Marilyn on Saturday, July 20th at 10 a.m. at West Flamborough Presbyterian Church, 262 Middletown Road, Dundas, ON.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada.

Simser, Calvin Russell

Jan 6 1921 – July 5 2013

At the age of 92, passed away quietly on Friday, July 5, 2013 at Blackadar Continuing Care Facility, Dundas Ont.  He is survived by his daughters Lauren Burke (Shawn deceased) of Woodstock, Debra Casey (Patrick) of Burks Falls and son Reg Simser (Kathy) of Dundas.  He is predeceased by his wife Edna Rose (nee Spring) and son Dennis Simser.  He will be remembered fondly by his many grand and great grand children. Calvin loved to croon and listen to Bing Crosby music and always had a ready smile for everyone.  At his request, no funeral service will be held. Donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association.

Richardson, Deanna “Dee” (nee Montgomery)

Peacefully on Wednesday July 3, 2013 at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Predeceased by her husband of 42 years Dennis in 2009. Adoring mother of David Michael and Debra Lyn. Loving sister to her brother Charles Montgomery and aunt to his boys Jim and Wes. Dee was a former teacher who loved her job. She was born in Brantford to the late Daniel J. and Isabel Montgomery. As per Dee’s wishes, there will be no service. Cremation has taken place. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

“Think happy thoughts and cherish the memories.”

Reynolds, Orval Roy

reynolds_orv 001Oct 5 1927 – July 2 2013 – It is with saddened hearts we inform you of the passing of Orv on Tuesday, July 2nd 2013 at the Juravinski Hospital, Hamilton in his 86th year.  Loving husband and best friend of 63 years to Eileen, devoted father to Nancy (Mike) Brown of Simcoe, Paul (Julie) Reynolds of St. Catharines and their children, Kyle and Christopher, brother to Shirley Carscadden, of Sault Ste. Marie.  Predeceased by his infant daughter Rebecca Jane (1958).  Orv began his teaching career in 1948 and retired from the Hamilton Board of Education as a Principal in 1984.  For 23 years Orv was a member of the Choir at Central Presbyterian Church, 165 Charlton St., West, Hamilton, where a Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, July 13th 2013 at 11a.m. Cremation has taken place.  In lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of your choice, in his memory would be appreciated.

Braat, Cora Elizabeth (Ma)

Peacefully at the Meadows on July, 1 2013 in her 94th year, wife of the late Bill Braat.  Loved by her children; Herma Rossin (Cliff), Robert deRuiter (Elaine), Louis deRuiter (June), Jane Braat and Peggy Gaudet. Loving grandmother to Shane, Clarence (deceased) Lenora, Lance, Luke, Christie, Buffy, Cassandra  and Nicholas.  Survived by many great grandchildren, sister Ina Maarleveld and brother Pieter Timmerman in Holland.  Private funeral arrangements.  Thanks to the wonderful staff at the Meadows in Ancaster.  In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy to the S.P.C.A or a charity of your choice would be sincerely appreciated by the family.

Kush, Stephanie (nee Sekuta)

It is with great sorrow that the family announces the passing of Stephanie on Saturday, June 29, 2013 in her 96th year, with family by her side.  Beloved wife of the late Frank Kush.  She will be missed by sister Tillie Bent (Guy) of Brantford. Special aunt to Laraine Belbeck (Tom) of Dundas, Carol Daley (Rick) of Hamilton and their families.  Sister-in-law of Stella Greer of Burlington.  Brother-in-law Carl Maloney of Brantford.  Predeceased by her sisters, brother and brothers in law, Allie Kempa (Frank), Josephine Blank (Zig), Stella Olender, Freda Maloney, Laura Krukowski (Henry), and Richard and Edith Sekuta.  Stephanie will also be missed by numerous nieces and nephews in the Brantford and Hamilton area.  Family and friends will be received by the family on Wednesday, July 3rd from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. at the Cattel, Eaton & Chambers Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas.  A Mass will be held at ST. AUGUSTINE’S CHURCH, 58 Sydenham Street, Dundas, on Thursday, July 4, 2013 at10 a.m.  An interment will take place the following day at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Brantford at 10 a.m.  In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.

McKeown, Gary

It is with great sadness we report that Gary McKeown of Montreal, beloved husband, father and grandfather, died peacefully on Wednesday afternoon in Hamilton, Ontario after a long, well-fought battle with kidney and heart disease. He is survived by his wife Lois and 4 children Mark (Heather), William, Alex, Dianne (Joey), and precious grandson, Archer.  He made friends with all and went out of his way for everyone he met. He will be greatly missed by all. Our love is with him always.  Friends will be received by the family on Tuesday afternoon and evening from 2-4pm & 6-8pm at the Cattel, Eaton & Chambers Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas, where Gary’s Service will take place on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m.  Cremation to follow.  In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Kidney Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

Belec, Gerald Joseph “Gerry”

Gerry BelecPeacefully at St. Peter’s Hospital on Sunday, June 23, 2013, 77th year. Beloved husband of Margaret (nee Binkley) and loving father of Christopher. Gerry will be sadly missed by his 8 brothers and sisters, and his many friends at the RCL Br#36 Dundas, Where he was a forty year member, and the Poppy Fund Chairman for over 15 years. As per Gerry’s wishes, there will be no service and cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Br#36 Poppy Fund or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.