Oct 3, 2016 |
March 10, 1938 – October 3, 2016
Grightmire, Violet May – Peacefully at St. Joseph’s Villa on Monday, October 3, 2016, in her 79th year. Vi is survived by her brother Clayton, niece Adrienne, nephews Clifford and James, 3 great nieces and 2 great great nieces. Vi is sadly missed by her friend Shirley Rankin, and her friends from the Magnificent 7 and the Golden Girls groups. Predeceased by her parents George and Gladys, sisters Grace and Ida, her 2 brothers-in-law, her sister-in-law, 1 niece and 2 nephews. Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday afternoon and evening from 2-4 & 6-8 at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas, where the Service for Vi will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o’clock. Interment Grove Cemetery, followed by light refreshments at the Cattel Centre. Expressions of sympathy to the Canadian Cancer Society, SPCA or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Sep 23, 2016 |
September 4, 1945 – September 23, 2016
Mann, Mary Faye – Peacefully surrounded by her family at St. Joseph’s Hospital on Friday, September 23, 2016. She was predeceased by her loving husband Barry, her children Jody Lynn, John, sister Susan Hammond, brothers-in-law Rick Newman, Kenny Kisko and Willis Thompson and sister-in-law Lorene Thompson. She was a loving mother to her surviving children Shelley and Murray Reid, Tara and Tony Gunn and Colin and Sara Mann. Loving grandmother to Mikayla, Emma, Aubrey, Kyle, Avery and Abby. She is survived by sisters Janice Newman, Barbara Kisko, Donna Ruhloff (Rudy), Denise Brown (Tom), sister-in-law Sheila Mann and many nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place and a private interment will be held at Mt. Zion Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to share in a Celebration of Life for Faye at Copetown Woods Golf Club, 1430 Concession 2 West, Copetown, ON L0R 1J0 on Friday, September 30, 2016 from 5 – 8 p.m. If you so wish, donations to the Neonatal Unit at McMaster Children’s Hospital would be appreciated by the family. “Grandma you made the best pies”
Sep 7, 2016 |
June 24, 1950 – September 4, 2016
Robillard, Karen Elaine (nee Simpson) – Passed away peacefully at the Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice on September 4th in her 66th year. Predeceased by her parents Ralph and Alma Simpson. Survived by her companion of 19 years Wayne Peters. She will be truly missed by her family, son Matt (Shannon), grandchildren Brooklyn, Aubrey, and Colten, son Brent (Christine), grandchildren Ryan and Thomas. Survived by her brothers Bernard, David, Harry Simpson and sister Susan Mullett. Karen loved Wayne’s family as her own and will be missed by, son Brad Peters, grandchildren Alex and Owen, daughter Lisa Forster, grandchildren Madeline and Megan. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff and volunteers of the Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice in Hamilton for their wonderful care and compassion. “For all my Family and Friends – Your love has filled my heart and will be my companion from this point on”. As per Karen’s wishes cremation has already taken place. A joyful celebration of Karen’s life will be held at Copetown Woods Golf Club, 1430 Concession 2 West, Copetown, Ontario L0R 1J0 on Sunday September 18th between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Please join us for a “Toast” to Karen at 2:30 p.m. Those wishing to make a donation in her memory are asked to consider the Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice (www.kemphospice.org) or the YWCA Encore Program (www.ywcahamilton.org).
Sep 1, 2016 |
July 12, 1942 – September 1, 2016
LEWIS, (nee Smith) Marlene Dorothy “Koo Koo”. Born July 12, 1942. It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of our mom, wife and grandmother on Thursday, September 1, 2016. She leaves behind her husband Ken of 54 years, their 3 children Shawn (Barb), Kim (Mike), Robyn and 8 grandchildren, Felicia, Dustin, Austin, Jessie, Oliver, Ashley, Arden and Emerald. She was dearly loved by many nieces, nephews and friends and will be greatly missed by all. She had a wicked sense of humor, a contagious laugh and was extremely young at heart. She was the greatest woman on earth and a huge hole has been left with her passing. If you hear any rumbling in the sky you’ll know she is up in heaven now with her mom and dad, brother and many of our dad’s brothers and sisters having one heck of a hoedown and reunion. We love you Koo Koo. You will never be forgotten. Friends will be received by the family on Tuesday afternoon and evening from 2-4 and 6-8 at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas, where Marlene’s Service will be held on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. Interment White Chapel Memorial Gardens.
Aug 30, 2016 |
Zucchero, Maria (nee Battaglia) – Passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Villa on Tuesday, August 30, 2016 in her 93rd year. Predeceased by her husband Jim (1975), daughter Marie Laurenza (2006) and son Anthony (2014). She will be dearly loved and missed by her children Frank (Beth), Jim (Susan) and Fran, daughter-in-law Theresa, sister-in-law Josie and her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Friends and family will be received on Tuesday morning from 11:00 until the time of Maria’s Service at 12:00 at ST. JOSEPH’S VILLA, 56 Governor’s Road, Dundas. Interment MOUNT PEACE CEMETERY, 3204 Cawthra Road, Mississauga, ON L5A2X6. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the Children’s Wish Foundation would be appreciated.
Aug 26, 2016 |
April 29, 1918 – August 24, 2016
Hunt, Mary Eleanor (nee Martin) – in her 99th year, passed away peacefully after a short stay in Extendicare Hamilton. Predeceased by her husbands Robert Rayner and Ted Hunt. This amazing lady, our mom, will be missed big time by her son, Bruce and her daughter Marilyn J. Sharpe (need Rayner). Also, by her grandchildren Dee McCallum (Paul) and 5 great-grandchildren; Shelly McDonald (Brent) and 1 great-grandchild; Lesley Sharpe (Nicholas) and 3 great-grandchildren. A private family interment has taken place. Donations to Westover Baptist Church would be greatly appreciated by the family.
Aug 25, 2016 |
November 14, 1944 – August 25, 2016
Taafe, Gary Albert – At the Hamilton General Hospital on Thursday, August 25, 2016, in his 72nd year. Predeceased by his parents Albert and Lillian and his brother Robert. Gary is survived by his sister-in-law Cathy Tolstoshei and her husband Bill, and many cousins and friends. He will be greatly missed. Gary was retired from Claybar Contracting. Friends will be received by the family on Sunday afternoon and evening from 2-4 & 7-9 at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas, where the Service for Gary will be held Monday afternoon at 1:30. Interment White Chapel Cemetery. Thanks to the Hamilton General’s ICU and Rehab Centre for their incredible care shown to Gary over the last several years. If desired, expressions of sympathy may be made to a charity of your choice.
Aug 19, 2016 |
July 19, 1951 – August 16, 2016
Porter, Bob (Robert) Roy, Born July 19, 1951, died peacefully with his son at his side on Tuesday, August 16th 2016 early in the morning at Juravinski Hospital. Survived by his father, Robert Howard Porter and predeceased by his mother, Gloria Irene Porter. Survived by his wife, Beth Anne Porter (nee Clarke), his sons & daughter, Rob, Dave, Sharon, and Mark (Lenika), his grandchildren Cassandra, Nolan, and Oliver, by his brothers and sister John (Ellan), James (Debbie), and Janice, and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Bob worked hard to support his family as a steamfitter with UA Local 67. He took an early retirement to be with his wife whom he loved very much; as well as his kids and grandkids. A very good man who put his family before himself too many times, and who’s time came too soon through no fault of his own. The family wishes to give a heartfelt thanks to all the staff at Juravinski Hospital, ward C3 for their genuine support and care. A private Funeral Service and Burial has already taken place. Donations can be made in in Dad’s name to either of the following charities and would be greatly appreciated, Princess Margaret Mesothelioma Research Fund, or the Canadian Mesothelioma Foundation. Please sign Bob’s online Book of Condolence at www.turnerfamilyfuneralhome.ca.
“Dad…you have finally made your escape, and there is nothing on the agenda for today”.
Aug 8, 2016 |
July 5, 2004 – August 7, 2016
Danne, Finnigan William – His life was tragically cut short on Sunday, August 7, 2016, he will be sorely missed by his mother Vanessa Velke, father Neal Danne and his brothers Sebastian and Colin. Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday afternoon and evening from 2-4 & 7-9 at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas, where the Service for Finnigan will be held Thursday afternoon at 4 o’clock. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to the AHC, Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood Foundation, 2000 Town Center, Suite 1900, Southfield, MI 48075 would be greatly appreciated.
“We Love You”
Aug 4, 2016 |
February 25, 1939 – August 4, 2016
Tratch, Henry Augustine – Passed away peacefully after a brief illness on Thursday, August 4, 2016 at the Juravinski Hospital. Devoted husband of 55 years to his beloved wife Linda. Cherished father of Leslie (Michael), Laurie (predeceased) (Alan), Holly (Jamie). Loving grandfather of Lindsay, Eric, Cynthia, Daniel, Evan, MacKenzie, Connor and Braden. He was the youngest of nine children and is survived by his sister Helen in Saskatchewan. Henry was a Firefighter for the City of Hamilton for over 30 years. He was an avid bowler and was inducted into the Hamilton 5 Pin Bowling Hall of Fame in 2012. Friends will be received by the family on Sunday afternoon and evening from 2-4 and 7-9 at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas. Funeral Service to be held at ST. PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 1140 King Street West, Hamilton on Monday at 11:00 a.m. Interment White Chapel Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Juravinski Cancer Centre.
