Jun 29, 2017 |
HOLLICK, Martha Teresa (nee Siwak) – It is with sadness that we announce that after a brief illness, Martha passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Villa in Dundas on Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at the age of 99. She was predeceased by her husband Joseph Sr. (2009). She will be sadly missed by her twin sons Joseph (Marilyn) of Dundas and John (Judy) of King City. She was a loving grandmother to Julie (Anthony) Herrington, Laura Hollick and Victoria Hollick (Attilio Braga), step-granddaughter Julie Cunningham, great grandmother to Sophia, Ella and Jonathan Herrington and Alessandro Braga, and step-great grandmother to Kate and Patrick. She was predeceased by all of her eight siblings and their spouses. She will also be missed by many other family members and friends. Martha was born on the homestead farm in Davis, Saskatchewan on January 30, 1918, the first born of nine children. By the time Martha was 10, she was helping her mother Nettie Siwak in the home by caring for her younger siblings, and her father John Siwak in the barn by milking cows. Sadly in 1928 her father John passed away and the Siwak family eventually lost their farm. Martha, her eight siblings and mother moved in with the Lisowski family (Nettie’s parents) for almost a year. Afterwards Martha and her siblings were placed in St. Patrick’s Orphanage in Prince Albert, SK with Martha staying the longest, almost four years. She completed her grade 8 at the orphanage but also learned her life-long work ethics and housekeeping skills. At 15, she became a nanny and housekeeper, followed by work as a waitress and cashier. She joined a women’s baseball team and attended dances in Prince Albert. It was at one of these dances that she met the band’s violin player, Joe Hollick. After Joe left Prince Albert for work in Hamilton, she joined him there in 1941 where they were married at St. Stanislaus Polish Church. During the war, Martha worked in a bomb factory in Hamilton, but in 1945 became a full-time mother and home-maker as she gave birth to twin sons Joe Jr. and John. Her numerous part-time jobs (and full time jobs after her sons were older) included being a waitress, picking fruit, crossing guard, operating a day-care in her home, and work at Diana Dolls Wear. Her leisure activities included gardening, especially her amazing rose garden, bowling, polka dancing, square dancing, volunteering at St. Eugene’s Church and the March of Dimes, babysitting grandchildren and hosting amazing dinner parties for family, friends and visitors from Saskatchewan. However, Martha was so much more than the events listed above. She was extremely generous while never asking for anything in return, knew how to show love to everyone, made all welcome to her home, and was a terrific cook, not only with her tasty pies, perogies, cabbage rolls, and borsch, but she collected recipes her entire life trying them out whenever an opportunity arose. We will miss her loving spirit and never-ending sense of gratitude. According to Martha’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Martha’s Life will be held on Saturday, July 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 35 Melville St. in Dundas. A private family burial at White Chapel Memorial Gardens will take place at a later date. Special thanks are gratefully extended to the staff at St. Joseph’s Villa (Rose Garden) for their kind and loving care of Martha. In lieu of flowers, it is suggested that donations could be made to St. Joseph’s Villa (designated for the Rose Garden), or that you create a special occasion or event to spend with your family, as family time is very precious.
Jun 27, 2017 |
March 10, 1938 – June 27, 2017
KINGDON, Beatrice Mary (nee Hill) (March 10, 1938 – June 27, 2017)
It was mom’s daily ritual to read the obituaries. She would say, “checking to see if I’m there”. Well mom, sadly, today your name appears, but you are not here to see it. Mom, peacefully passed away at home, surrounded by her children. Predeceased by parents Harry and Lulu (Almas) Hill, loving husband, Richard (Dick) Kingdon. Lovingly remembered by children, Patti, Luann (Mark) Reynolds, Ken, Elise (Dan) Gallant; grandchildren, Christine, Rick (Tennika), and Sean (Dana) Brindle, Wesley (Hannah), Elyse, Evan and Becca Reynolds, Michael (Dannielle) and Jason Gallant and great-grandchildren Tatjana, Chase, Sapphire, Ciara, Landon, Taya, Kayel, Jasmine, Tieren, Jaxon and Abram. Mom was a life-long resident of Dundas. Predeceased by sister Margaret (George) Gilbertson, Harry (Pat) Hill, and Bruce Hill, brother-in-laws Ken Vincent and David Kingdon. Survived by in-laws Marilyn Hill, John and Teresa Kingdon, Ann Vincent, Doris Kingdon and Bob and Geneva Kingdon. Genealogy (“bone digging”) was her passion and she has left a legacy to us and her surviving nieces and nephews. She always had many interesting stories to tell. A small service will be held at Turner Family Funeral Home Ltd, Dundas, on Friday, June 30th, with visitation at 10:30 am, followed by funeral and burial at 11:00 am. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in July. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Ontario Genealogical Society would be greatly appreciated by the family.
Jun 21, 2017 |
November 20, 1921 – June 21, 2017
Gent, Beatrice May Elkin (nee Davey) – Peacefully at The Georgian Retirement Home on Wednesday, June 21, 2017 in her 96th year. Predeceased by her first husband Harry Elkin (1992) and second husband Duncan Gent (2014). Dearly loved always by her son Robert (Shelley Scott) of Lynden and daughter Marilyn of Orangeville. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Andrew Elkin and Erin Ferguson (Brian); great-grandchildren Evelyn, Ethan, Addison, Nicholas and Ashley and many cousins, nephews and nieces and lifelong friends. Predeceased by her brother Bill and his wife Helen. Bea was an active and long time volunteer and former Auxiliary and Executive member at Wentworth Lodge, member of Dundas Valley Golf & Curling Club, volunteer at the Dundas Museum, founding member and President of the St. James’ WA, and a 75 year member of St. Jame’s Anglican Church. The family would like to thank the staff at The Georgian Retirement Home and Dr. Mohatarem for their kindness and loving care of our Mom. Friends will be received by the family on Sunday afternoon and evening from 2-4 and 7-9 at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas. Service for Bea will take place at ST. JAMES’ ANGLICAN CHURCH, 137 Melville Street, Dundas on Monday at 11:00 a.m. Reception to follow. Interment Grove Cemetery. In kindness, donations to St. James’ Anglican Church would be appreciated by the family.
Jun 17, 2017 |
January 25, 1990 – June 17, 2017
Ryan, Josiah Alan – With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Josiah. Loving son to Karin and Hany, devoted brother to Simon. He will be greatly missed by his many loving cousins in Hamilton, Toronto, Australia, Germany, New York, and Montserrat, his many uncles and aunts, and all of his loyal friends. Rest now, our beautiful boy. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday evening, June 29th, from 6-8 at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas. A celebration of Josiah’s life will be held at The First Unitarian Church of Hamilton, 170 Dundurn Street South, Hamilton, on Friday, June 30th at 1:00 p.m. Donations can be made in memory of Josiah to the CAMH Foundation.
Jun 16, 2017 |
August 14, 1925 – June 11, 2017
Arnold, Rose Emma (nee Bauer) – Passed away at her residence on Sunday, June 11, 2017. Predeceased by her husband Werner (2013). Dearly remembered and loved by her daughter Helga (Heinz Gfroerer), her granddaughters Nadine and Christine and nieces in Germany. Keeping with Rose’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a celebration of her life will be held at a later date. If you so wish, donations to a charity of your choice will be appreciated by the family.
Jun 10, 2017 |
September 29, 1929 – June 10, 2017
Boswell, Walter Edward “Ozzie” – With heavy hearts, the family of Walter Edward “Ozzie” Boswell announce his peaceful passing on June 10, 2017 in his 88th year. Ozzie, a dedicated and proud family man, is survived by his loving wife Nancy Elizabeth nee Fleischer of Ingersoll, Ontario; his dear sister Mary Elizabeth Frances and brother-in-law Claude Cornu of Park City, Utah; his seven children David (Kathi), John, Caroline (Dave), Jennifer, Mary (Allen), Judy (Mark) and Christopher (Karen); 19 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Raised in Seaforth, Ontario, Ozzie entered the workforce at an early age at London Life Insurance. Ozzie retired as a loved and respected teacher at Mohawk College, Hamilton. He will be remembered as a true gentleman with a kind and generous soul. The family wishes to extend heartfelt thanks and gratitude to the wonderful staff of St. Joseph’s Hospital, Hamilton for their compassion and care. We are forever thankful. Donations can be made in Ozzie’s memory to St. Joseph’s Healthcare Foundation. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Ozzie’s life will take place on Sunday, July 16 at 2:00 at The Dundas Museum and Archives ,139 Park St W, Dundas , Ontario L9H 1X8 https://dundasmuseum.ca/
Jun 8, 2017 |
McColl, Phyllis Irene (nee Burrows) – In loving memory of Phyllis Irene McColl (nee Burrows) who died peacefully on Wednesday, June 7, 2017, in her 97th year. Phyllis is survived by her children Philip McColl (Monica Scholz) (Ruth Belch) and Andrea McGrory (Paul McGrory) and her grandchildren Katherine Gill (Jared Gill), Rebecca Young (Travis Young), Francesca Loftus (Corey Loftus) and Macoll McGrory (Ellie Craig) and her great grandchildren Ashley and Piper Gill, Peyton and Madison Young, Theodore Loftus, Lily and Ava McGrory and her nieces and nephews George, Barb, Rosilyn, Marie, Sandy, Raymond Ruth, Alida, Keith and Kim. Phyllis was preceded in death by her husband Clark ‘Barney’ McColl and her brothers Elwood and Grant Burrows. Phyllis was born on December 14th, 1920 in Trenton, Ontario to Fred and Myrtle Burrows (nee Spry) of Napanee. Phyllis was a true Trentonian and a lover of golf and the Trenton golf club, bridge, her political party and beautiful things. The family wish to thank all those who cared for her in her later years, especially the staff of Willowgrove LTC, The Bayfront Unit. Phyllis will be remembered for her elegance and being the life of the party. She will be missed dearly by her family. A memorial service will be held in her home town of Trenton later this summer. In lieu of flowers donations to the Alzheimer’s Society would be 
appreciated by the family.
May 28, 2017 |
November 4, 1933- May 26, 2017
Boothroyd, Alan Denham B.Sc., M.B.A., P. Eng. – On May 26, 2017, surrounded by his loving family, Alan passed away peacefully. Beloved husband of sixty years to Judith, loving father of Susan Korporaal (Bill), Richard Boothroyd (Diane), and Valerie Powell (Jeff), proud Grandad of Robert, Angela, Samantha, Daniel, Alex, Amanda, Hannah, and Charlie. Alan was born on November 4, 1933 in Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England. He and Judith emigrated to Canada in 1965. They were avid world travellers. From 1969 to 1997 Alan was employed by Atomic Energy of Canada Ltd. and in 1991-1995 went to United Nations in Vienna to work at the International Atomic Energy Agency. Alan’s artistic talents included set design for the Waterdown Village Theatre, painting, and photography. He and Judith shared a love for music, opera, theatre, and history. Alan’s family will welcome family and friends at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas from 12:00 – 2:00 pm on June 1st, 2017. A light lunch and refreshments will be served. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Juravinski Hospital or a charity of your choice. Alan’s family is extremely grateful for the compassionate care provided by the health care team at Juravinski hospital.
May 20, 2017 |
February 17, 1954 – May 19, 2017
Downey, Jain Isobella (nee Ross) – Passed away at home surrounded by love on May 19, 2017. Beloved wife of Peter. Loving mother to Helen Margaret (Michael Banks) and Joyce Constance. Proud Bumma of Dollie Elizabeth. Sister of Gordon (Penny) Ross. Reunited with her parents Betty and Evans Ross. Friends & Family are invited to Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St Dundas, Ontario, on Thursday May 25 from 10am-11am with a service to follow at 11:00 am. To honour Jain’s love for animals, donations to Ladybird Animal Sanctuary or Greyhound Relocation and Adoption Canada are greatly appreciated. The family wishes to extend a sincere and heartfelt thank you to Dr. Hugh Boyd for helping bring Jain home in her final days.
May 12, 2017 |
October 23, 1915 – May 9, 2017
Mary passed away peacefully at Wentworth Lodge in Dundas on May 9, 2017, at the age of 101. Mary is predeceased by: her husband, Robert (Bob); her parents, Joseph and Tekla (Kathleen) Stechyshyn, her brother Walter; her sisters, Jenny and Stella (McCosky). She is survived by her sons, Malcolm (Lin) and Graeme (Joan), her grandchildren, Derek (Amy), Heather, and Iain (Jacinthe), and her great-grandson, Elliot.
Mary was born in Fort William, Ontario, in 1915. Her father had emigrated from Jereirzany, Galicia, Poland, and her mother from the Ukraine – Austria. Her family moved soon after to Hamilton, Ontario, where she, and her siblings, were raised. Mary graduated from Delta High School before taking post-secondary studies in office administration. She started working for Canadian Sterling Electric Company, and eventually became secretary-treasurer. When she married Bob, she became the accountant and office/business manager and co-owner for McMaster Pottery in Dundas, for close to 40 years, until its closure in 1988.
Over her long life, Mary was a devout and supportive wife, mother and grandmother. She was the driving force of her immediate family, and along with her sisters-in-law, maintained a strong extended McMaster family. She enjoyed being active, being a member of the Dundas Travel Club and Garden Club for many years. She always strove to continually increase her knowledge in many areas, and was never lost for words when asked for an opinion. Mary was a tireless worker both at the pottery, in her garden, at her cottage, and especially, in the kitchen, where she was known for her cooking.
Mary became afflicted with dementia in her mid 80s. She remained in her own home until her late 90s, and then moved to Wentworth Lodge, where she received excellent care and comfort over the past 3 1/2 years.
A remembrance/interment service will be held at a later date.
