TORONTO (GTA) - Obituaries - Canadian Obituaries (2024)

MOUNCE, Rodney Wilfred - It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Rodney Wilfred Mounce on June 9, 2021, just shy of 74, from cancer. He fought a good fight in this life and was always surrounded by his family that loved him unconditionally.

Rod is remembered by the love of his life and wife of 50 years, June, his children Jerrod and Nadine Mounce, his only grandchild Paityn, his sister/brother-in-law Merry and Brian Toshoff, and his nephew Rob Toshoff (Richa).

May he rest in eternal peace with his late mother, Betty Lees-Mounce, brother Nick Mounce, and father, Wilfred Mounce, who passed just before he was born.

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DO ALAMO, Manuel Coelho - Passed away peacefully at Chartwell Resthaven Long Term Care in Aurora, on Wednesday June 9th, 2021, in his 84th year.

Loving husband of 58 years to Cecilia Odete (née Espinola Cota). Beloved father of Victor and his wife Rosa. Proud grandfather of Christina, Jennifer, and Stephanie. Great-grandfather of Aidan, Adalyn, Lily and Claire.

Survived by his brother Luciano, sisters Bernadette, Noemia, Cecilia, Laurinda, Sofia, Lucia, and predeceased by Francisca and Maria. Son of the late Manuel Coelho and Maria de Jesus.

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JENKINS, Troy Thomas 'Jinx' - (1965 - 2021) - Troy (Jinx) Thomas Jenkins of Lakefield, Ontario passed away June 9, 2021.

He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, cousin.

He is survived by his wife Diana Jenkins, his sons Glenn and Corey Jenkins, his daughters Paige Leslie and Hailee Jenkins, his grandchild Jaelah Jenkins, and his step-grandchildren Avery, Cameron and Emily Byng, his mother May Jenkins, his sisters Lee and Sandy Jenkins and Karen Balmer, many cousins, nieces and nephews on both Jenkins and Potter side.

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SANDFORD, Sister Bonaventure Mary Gertrude, CSJ - Sister Bonaventure Sandford, CSJ, died peacefully at the Sisters of St. Joseph Residence, 2 O’Connor Drive, Toronto, Ontario on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 in the 77th year of her religious life.

Sister Bonaventure is predeceased by her parents, Fredrick J. Sandford and Kathleen (nee Blake) Sandford.

She will be sadly missed by her sister Loretto K. Sandford and her brothers Edward and Fred Sandford (Mary Anne) their families, her Sisters in community, many former students, colleagues and friends.

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GARCIA, Paul Lorenz - It is with great sadness that the family of Paul Lorenz Garcia announces his unexpected passing on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 at Grand River Hospital in Kitchener at the age of 54.

Beloved husband of Lidia, and cherished father to Mathilda and Breenen.

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NARDUCCI, Michelina - (1942 - 2021) - On Wednesday, June 9th 2021, Michelina Narducci sadly passed away.

She will be missed dearly and will be survived by her husband Nicola, children Nina and Sam, son-in-law Rene, and grandchildren Alessandro, Alessio, Natalia and Sarah.

Michelina was born in a little town named Orsara di Puglia in Italy where she studied to become a seamstress. She spent her younger days taking care of her brother while helping her parents with household chores and at the family farm. In 1965 she immigrated to Canada with her husband by her side where she was welcomed by relatives.

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GIZZARELLI, Emilia - (1941 - 2021) - Mrs. Emilia Gizzarelli passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday June 9, 2021 at Brampton Civic Hospital.

Loving wife of Giovanni. Cherished mother to Joe (Paula), and Gino (Maria). Proud nonna to John, Michael, Luca, Emily, and Michael.

Will be lovingly remembered by her siblings Giovanni, Ralph, Anna, Ida, Rose, Mario, Frank, and their families.

Predeceased by her parents Giuseppe and Maria, her brother Antonio, and sister Teresa.

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GLOGOVICH, Julija - Julija passed away peacefully on June 9th, 2021 at the age of 94.

Julija was born on March 17th, 1927 in Hungary, to Ana and Karoly Ferenczi. She was the 3rd eldest of nine children. Despite much hardship faced in her homeland during World War II, her family kept their Hungarian traditions and their love for their homeland alive.

In search of a better life, she emigrated to Canada with her son Julius and sister Ilonka from Germany in the early 1960s. It was here that Julija was reunited with her brothers Charlie and George. God had blessed Julija in her later life with her daughter Szuzi.

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PEARLMAN, Dr. Morris - Sadly, on June 9, 2021, passed away at his home just one month to the day, shy of his 100th birthday. He died as he lived; quietly and with dignity.

Morry was born in the small rural town of Lucknow, Ontario, and moved to Sarnia in 1947 after marrying Rose, his beloved wife of over 70 years.

Morry practiced dentistry in Sarnia until 1989 when he and Rose moved to Toronto. Morry had a dry sense of humor and no shortage of corny "Dad" jokes. He was an excellent bridge player and loved to read.

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MIGUEZ, Emilio - With sadness, we announce the passing of Emilio at home on June 9, 2021 at the age of 86.

Loving father of Maria, Cristina (Eugenio Spadafora) and Emilio.

Proud grandfather of Yusuf and Yasime Orab and Nicole, Joseph, and Peter Spadafora.

We sincerely thank you for your kind words and gestures during this difficult time.

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VALENTE, Joan Diane - Passed away peacefully in her sleep at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa on Wednesday June 9, 2021, at the age of 77.

Left to cherish her memory are her husband Carmine Valente, children Melanie (Mark) Kennedy and Mark (Brenna) Valente, grandchildren Abigail, Nolan, Sawyer, and Kyla.

Joan was born April 24, 1944, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, the fourth child to Charles and Eugene Graham.

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GIBBONS, Diane Elizabeth - It is with heavy hearts the family announces the passing of Diane at Norfolk General Hospital on Wednesday, June 9, 2021, of Vanessa, at the age of 66.

Beloved wife of Austin.

Loving mother of Shawn (and Cherie) Lancaster.

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NICZOWSKI, Chris Risto - April 16, 1935: Tryse, Macedonia – June 9, 2021: Woodbridge, Ontario

Beloved Husband, Tate, Dedo, Uncle and friend.

Risto passed away peacefully at his home.

Risto loved his family like no other, his dedication as a husband, Tate and Dedo was his destiny.

Risto created a loving beautiful family alongside his wife Vana Francis (Tzongova) over 70 years of true love.

Together they raised two beautiful daughters Susan (Chris) and Svetlana (Gus).

Beloved Dedo to his pride and joys Sonya, Dina and Stephanie.

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BINGLE, Paul - Passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family on Wednesday, June 9, 2021.

Paul will be deeply missed by his devoted wife Dorothy Bingle, his son Adam (Nicole), his daughters Amanda (James), Kelly (Bob) and Diane, and his beloved doggie Asta.

He was a proud granddad to Arielle, Avelyn, Alyssa, Tyler, Nathaniel, Paul Christian, Liliann, Thomas, Alexander, Ben, Amy and Brandon.

Paul is predeceased by his parents George and Fern Bingle.

Survived by his brother Dwight and sisters Catharine (Karl) and Rhonda (Danny), his nephew Andrew (Rosie) and niece Victoria (Jake), and numerous cousins and friends.

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BILLING, Jean Elizabeth (nee FRASER) - August 28, 1937 - June 9, 2021

Jean passed away at home in Toronto on June 9, 2021, surrounded by family.

Jean was born and lived in Windsor, Ontario for most of her life.

Beloved daughter of the late George and Jessie Fraser nee (Graham).

Jean served for the Salvation Army Grace Hospital for 35 years mainly as an emergency room RN.

Jean was a "Grace grad" and the hospital was like a family for Jean and kin.

Jean was predeceased by cherished husband Robert Lincoln Billing (1997). Robert and Jean moved from Windsor to the village of Northridge to rural life and enjoyed gardening on the family farm, Jean continued to work in Windsor until retirement.

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ROMAN, Harold Matthew - 1926 - 2021 Predeceased by his beloved wife, Wiltrud, in 2000, after nearly 50 happy years of marriage.

Survived by his loving children, John (Anna), Robert (Alicia), Kathy (Andres), Richard (Wendy), and Lise (Neil).

Also his wonderful grandchildren, Alexander, Nicholas, Adam, Amanda, Alexi, Elka, Maggie, and Gabrielle.

Harold attended the University of Manitoba from 1944 to 1948, and started his career in the Pharmaceutical Industry in 1949, with A.H. Robins (now Pfizer/GSK).

Subsequent to several promotions Harold became President of the Company in 1960, and retained that position until his retirement in 1990.

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SANTAGUIDA, Maria - It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to our beloved mother and grandmother, Maria Santaguida, 90, who passed away in Toronto, Ontario, Canada on June 9, 2021.

She was born to her late parents, Giuseppe and Teresa Galati, Jan. 22, 1931, in Vallelonga, Vibo Valentia, Calabria, Italy. Maria moved to Canada in 1956, and married the late Giuseppe Santaguida in 1958.

Maria is survived by her daughters, Maria Tucci (the late Dominic Tucci), Teresa Maio (Tony Maio), her grandchildren Louie Tucci (Katherine Tucci), Elizabeth Tucci, Dominique Tucci, Domenic Maio, and great granddaughter Valentine Tucci.

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SUCHON, John - Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 in his home at the age of 77 with his son David by his side.

John was born in Poland in 1943, the second son of Karl and Maria.

John deeply loved his older brother, Fritz, who was two years his senior. John always carried with him the loving memory of Fritz, who tragically passed away as a young boy.

John immigrated to Canada with his parents, becoming a proud Canadian citizen in 1957.

John’s family settled in the Upper Beaches and he attended Malvern High School, excelling in athletics.

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WEINGARTEN, Alfred - May 19, 1928 - June 9, 2021

Loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Alfred Weingarten passed away peacefully, surrounded by family.

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PAZIENZA, Ulderico - Peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday, June 9, 2021.

Ulderico was predeceased by his loving wife Filomena (2014).

Born on October 17, 1928 in Priverno, Italy, to Achille and Rosaria Pazienza.

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CRIPPS, Susan - Of Toronto, passed away on June 9, 2021. She was 65.

Susan is survived by her husband of 45 years, Mike Murphy, her sister, Mary Jane Cripps and her nephew, Alex Walter (Sarra).

She was predeceased by her father, Millard Borden Cripps and her mother, Jean Isobel Cripps.

Susan obtained her Honours Degree in Journalism from Carleton University in Ottawa and managed a community radio station in Fort Simpson, Northwest Territories, where she was also a dispatcher for a small airline and a supply teacher.

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THAMBIPILLAI, Marie Eucharista Grace - Was born to Anthonipillai and Marypillai Savirimuttu, on the 22nd of May 1928.

She passed away peacefully at her daughter Vasanthi’s residence on June 9, 2021 surrounded by her family.

Wife of (late) Anton christy Thambipillai, mother of Shanthi, (late) Kulendran, Devendran, (late) Jegendran and Vasanthi.

Mother-in-Law of Mahendran, Sugu, Indrani, Shiranee and Elmo.

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ROBERTON, Douglas 'Doug' Paterson - Died peacefully, but reluctantly, on June 9, 2021 after lovely visits with all of his family.

Doug leaves behind Barbara, his devoted wife of 67 years.

Predeceased by his parents Ken and Carol Roberton, and his brother, Irvine.

He will be dearly missed by his sister, Sonia Wight.

Doug will be forever cherished by his children Boyd (Sue), Bev (Charlie) and Don (Maria).

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HEATHCOTE, Gabrielle (nee COSYN) - It is with heavy hearts the family announces the passing of Gabrielle, on June 9, 2021, at the age of 97.

Loving mother of Beverly (Gerry) of Toronto and George (Gale) of Windsor.

Cherished grandmother of Amanda (John), Kimberly (Will), and George Andrew Brydon.

Great-grandmother of Lucas, Schyler, Madison, Rylie, and Clayton.

Born in Hillegem, Belgium, she immigrated to Canada with her family at the age of 8 and was the eldest of eight children.

Following in her family's footsteps, Gabrielle was an entrepreneur and successful business owner in Windsor before retiring to Toronto

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WILSON, George Murray - March 26, 1934 - June 9, 2021

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of George Murray Wilson, age 87.

Survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Marilyn, his two daughters, Heather (Trevor) and Barbara (Rick) and his two cherished grandchildren, Silvie and Jeffrey.

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