GATHERALL, Wayne L
Passed away on Monday, February 20th, 2012.
GATHERALL, Wayne L. – suddenly at his home in Whitby on Monday February 20,
2012 at the age of 41. Remembered by his mother Pauline Gatherall (Richard Lapine)
and his father Richard Gatherall Sr. (Linda). Dear father of Emily Gatherall. Wayne will be sadly missed by his brother Richard Gatherall Jr., sister Katherine Gatherall, aunts uncles and his friends that meant so much to him.
A private family service will be held on Friday. In memory of Wayne memorial donations to a charity of your choice or on line condolences may be made by visiting www.bensonfuneralhomes.com
HARRIS, Barbara
Passed away on Monday, February 20th, 2012.
HARRIS, Barbara (nee Coutts) – peacefully with her loving husband Michael by her side
at Quinte Health Care in Belleville on Monday February 20, 2012 – aged 65 years.
Remembered by her stepdaughter Patricia Sweetland (Shawn) and her grandchildren Brett, Brianna and Blake. Barbara will be missed by her family and friends.
A celebration of Barbara’s life will be held at Barbara and Michael’s home ( 30 Old York Road – Brighton) on Saturday March 3 anytime after 1pm.
Memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice along with donations by visiting www.bensonfuneralhomes.com
NOSEWORTHY, Shirley
Passed away on Sunday, February 19th, 2012.
NOSEWORTHY, Shirley – peacefully at Northumberland Hills Hospital Cobourg on Sunday February 19, 2012 in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late Victor (1971). Dear mother of Judy Noseworthy (Rob)of Grimsby, Wayne Noseworthy (Karen) of Cobourg, Debbie Ward (Cam) of Roseneath. Remembered by Karen Nosewothy of Harwood. Loving grandmother of Christopher, Jeremy, Tim, Jenna and Jamee. Great grandmother of Gallianna, Jensen, Ethan, Michael and Nicholas. Shirley will be fondly remembered by her family in Newfoundland, friends at the Army Navy Club in Toronto and friends at Legion Village Cobourg especially her dear friend Jean.
Service Date: Thursday, February 23rd, 2012
A celebration of life will take place in Legion Village (111 Hibernia Street Cobourg) on Thursday February 23rd at 2:30pm. In memory of Shirley donations to the Northumberland Hills Palliative Care Unit may be made along with condolences by visiting www.bensonfuneralhomes.com
Benson Funeral Directors 1-877-982-5300
A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Haukioja, Northumberland Hills Palliative Care Nurses and staff and to Legion Village Cobourg for your kindness and care of our mother.
BROOKS, Marguerite Anna
Passed away on Saturday, February 18th, 2012.
BROOKS, Marguerite Anna – at PRHC on Saturday February 18 2012, in her 86th year surrounded by her loving family. Loving wife of the late Alfred Brooks (March 26, 1976). Loving mother to David of Millbrook, Howard (Earla) of Peterborough, Pat (Wayne) of Peterborough and Randy (Debbie) of Fort McMurray Alberta. Loving gram to Jason (Robin), Jeff (Kathryn), Janet (Adam), Jennie and David (Cassie). Loving great gram to Jordyn, Jaymie, Kennedy, Noah and Harrison. Loving nana to to Peter, Jane, Micheal, Patrick, Brian, Josh, Joe and Jacob. Dear sister to Stuart (Ann) Murney and Donna Roka. Predeceased by parents Howard and Gladys Murney and sisters Linda Scott, Jessie Whitfield and granddaughter Kristine Jones (Brooks). Marg will be sadly missed by many nieces and nephews.
Service Date: Thursday, February 23rd, 2012
Family will receive friends at the Benson Funeral Home (35 King Street West, Millbrook, 705 932-5300) on Thursday February 23 from 11:00am until the time of service at 1:00pm. Rev. John Sloan officiating. A reception will be held in the Millbrook Legion Branch #402 following the service. A private family interment will take place. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Millbrook Firefighters Association. On line condolences and donations may be made by visiting www.bensonfuneralhomes.com
FORSEY, Robert Bruce
Passed away on Friday, February 17th, 2012.
Robert passed away at the Northumberland Hills Hospital Cobourg on Friday February 17, 2012 at the age of 64.
Private Cremation Arrangements entrusted to the care of Benson Funeral Directors.
TOBIN, Francis, Harold
Passed away on Friday, February 17th, 2012.
TOBIN, Francis Harold – suddenly but peacefully at home on Friday February 17, 2012 at the age of 85. Beloved husband of Evelyn for 64 years. Loving father of Helen Thompson (Paul). Dear grandfather of Katarina Thompson. Brother of Leonard (Doreen) of St. Catherines. Survived by nieces, nephews and fondly remembered by his friends.
A private family service will be held in the Benson Funeral Home, Millbrook (705 932-5300). Rev. Peter Mills officiating. In memory of Frank donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. On line condolences and donations may be made by visiting www.bensonfuneralhomes.com A heartfelt thank you to the Peterborough Lakefield Community Police and the Peterborough EMS for their kind and professional attention to our family during this most difficult time
VIRKAMAKI, Jaakko Olavi
Passed away on Monday, February 13th, 2012.
VIRKAMAKI, Jaakko Olavi “Olli” – World War II Finnish Navy - suddenly but peacefully at Centennial Place Long-Term Care Home, Millbrook on Monday February 13, 2012 at the age of 84. Olli will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by his Centennial Place family.
Service Date: Tuesday, February 21st, 2012
A graveside service will be held in Gardiners Cemetery (County Road #10) Millbrook on Tuesday February 21 at 11:00am. If so desired donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Benson Funeral Directors Millbrook (705-932-5300)
NELSON (nee Challice), Opal May
Passed away on Sunday, February 12th, 2012.
NELSON, Opal May – passed away Sunday February 12, 2012 with her family by her side at Community Nursing Care Port Hope in her 87th year. Beloved wife of the late Mel Strong (1967) and Ray Nelson (1995). Dearest mother of Murray (June), Marilynne McConnell (Laverne), the late Richard (1995) (Gloria), Edward (Kathy) and Eric (Michelle). Step mother of Gaile Edgerton (Fred), Linda Carnochan (Grant) and the late Temple Edgerton. Loving grandmother of 12 and great grandmother of 15. Sister of John Challice (Peggy). Predeceased by sisters Helen Corfe (Bob), Jean Cook (Ben) and brother Henry.
Service Date: Friday, February 17th, 2012
Resting in the Millbrook Christian Assembly (71 King Street West ) on Friday February 17, from 12:30 until the time of service at 2:00pm. Pastor Lorne Trimble and Pastor Jamie Nelder officiating. Interment in Grace Presbyterian Cemetery will take place in the spring. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the M.S. Society or the Hospital for Sick Children. Online condolences and donations may be made by visiting www.bensonfuneralhomes.com Arrangements entrusted to the care of Benson Funeral Directors ,Millbrook (705 932 5300)
WILSON (nee Whiteside), Leone Edaline
Passed away on Friday, January 27th, 2012.
WILSON, Leone Edaline (nee Whiteside) – peacefully, with her family by her side, at Springdale Country Manor, on Friday, January 27th, 2012 in her 92nd year. Daughter of the late Joseph and Ella Whiteside. Leone was the beloved wife of the late Steve Wilson (1972). Dear mother of Beth Dewan (Paul), Leonard Wilson (Anne) and William. Cherished grandmother of Janice Dewan, Mary Beth Pinkerton, Karen Dodds and Katherine Nasso. Loving great grandmother of Laura and Cody Dewan, Cameron and Brandon Dodds. Dear sister of the late Myra Finney (Gordon) and Alma Staples (Gordon). Leone will also be remembered by many other relatives, friends, staff and residents of Springdale Country Manor.
Service Date: Tuesday, January 31st, 2012
The family will receive friends at the Benson Funeral Home (35 King Street West, Millbrook) on Tuesday January 31st, 2012 from 11:00am until the time of service at 12:30pm. Interment at St. John’s Cemetery Ida. In memory of Leone, donations may be made to the Springdale Residents Council or a charity of your choice. On line condolences and donations may be made by visiting www.bensonfuneralhomes.com
PERK, Manfred "Fred" Leo
Passed away on Wednesday, January 25th, 2012.
Perk, Manfred Leo (Fred) (retired MTC surveys, plans and appraisals & local Cavan farmer) Peacefully at PRHC on Wednesday, January 25th, 2012.
He will be missed by his family, community and the Catholic Church. Fred was born February 28th, 1930 in East Prussia. He immigrated to Canada in 1951, where he found love, raised a family and formed many friendships. This intelligent man always had good advice for friends and his family. He was active in community service delivering the word of God and Communion to seniors. We will miss his singing in the choir at St. Thomas More, Millbrook, the music he made at home and for others.
Service Date: Saturday, January 28th, 2012
Visitation will be held at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, (25 King Street, Millbrook) from 6-8 pm on Friday January 27th, Mass of Christian Burial will be held in St. Thomas More at 11 am on Saturday January 28th . Interment in St. John's Cemetery Ida. Reception to follow at St. Thomas More in Millbrook.
Special thanks to Dr. Ragaz and all staff in the PRHC palliative care unit. Donations can be made to St. Thomas More or Hospice Peterborough.
Arrangements entrusted to the care of Benson Funeral Directors (705) 932-5300. On line condolences and donations can be made by visiting www.bensonfuneralhomes.com
GILLIS, Wilfred, Alfred
Passed away on Sunday, January 22nd, 2012.
GILLIS, Wilfred Arnold – peacefully at Peterborough Regional Health Centre on Sunday, January 22, 2012 in his 91st year. Born on May 17th, 1921, beloved husband of the late Moretta (Graham) for the 62 years. Dear father of Roger (Mary), Briane (Joan), Larry (Kathy) and Randy (Peggy) and the late Allen. Wilfred was grandpa to 13, great grampa to 15 and great great grampa to 4. Predeceased by his brothers Howard and Gerald, brothers in law Richard and Austin. Survived by sisters Norma and Jean and brothers Robert (Jessie), Carl (Norma), Ross, Murray (Marilyn) and their families.
Service Date: Friday, January 27th, 2012
Visitation will be held in St. Thomas Anglican Church (16 Center Street Millbrook ) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Thursday January 26. Funeral service will be held in St. Thomas Anglican Church on Friday January 27 at 1:00 p.m. Canon Tim Foley officiating. Interment will take place in Rosemount Memorial Gardens. In memory of Wilfred, please consider donations to the Hospital for Sick Children and the Heart and Stroke Foundation. For online condolences and donations, please visit www.bensonfuneralhomes.com with whom arrangements are entrusted.
Benson Funeral Directors 705-932-5300
JACOBSON, Elizabeth, Ruth Virginia
Passed away on Tuesday, January 17th, 2012.
JACOBSON, Elizabeth Ruth Virginia “Betts”– after a lengthy illness with C.O.P.D. at the Golden Plough Lodge in Cobourg on Tuesday January 17, 2012 at the age of 66. Beloved mother of Elizabeth-Anne (Scott) Stoakley of Cobourg and Pepper (Chad) Zimmerman of Little Britain. Dear sister of Margaret Bissonette, Eveline Kennett, Linda Ouellette, Suzanne Hadwen, Ronald Jacobson and Carol Ingram. Predeceased by brothers, George Jacobson and Richard Jacobson. Elizabeth will be fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Prayers at the graveside in St. Michaels Cemetery Cobourg will be said on January 27th at 11am followed by a gathering to celebrate Elizabeth’s life in the Golden Plough Lodge. In lieu of flowers please consider donations to the Lung Association which may be made along with condolences by visiting www.bensonfuneralhomes.com
HILLIER, Irene I.
Passed away on Monday, January 16th, 2012.
HILLIER, Irene Isabell
January 16, 2012
Peacefully at home, surrounded by her Family after a long and courageous battle with cancer in her 84th year.
Beloved Mother of Linda (Michael) Bayne, Tracy Cooper, Paul (Eydie) Crossen, Colleen (David) Wright. Predeceased by her son Neil and her daughter Diane. Predeceased by her sisters Frances Fitzgibbon, Dorothy Robertson, Laura Burrison and her brother Douglas Hillier.
Irene will be sadly missed by her loving Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren and her many Nieces and Nephews.
A very special thank you to Dr. Haukioja, Dr. Moorsom and the many caring new friends she made during her palliative care at home.
Irene’s “humour, determination and incredible spirit” will be greatly missed. She was an inspiration to all her family and friends.
A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Those wishing may make donations to the NHH Cobourg Palliative Care Unit or Charity of one’s choice through Benson Funeral Home Millbrook www.BensonFuneralHomes.com
TAYLOR, Roy
Passed away on Sunday, January 15th, 2012.
TAYLOR, Roy – peacefully surrounded by his family at PRHC on Sunday January 15, 2012 at PRHC at the age of 83. Beloved husband of Irene for 60 years. Loving father of Brad (Diana), Laura Sharpe (Steven) and Natalie Hamm. Proud grandfather of 6 boys and 1 girl. Roy will be missed by all who knew him.
Private family services are entrusted to Benson Funeral Home. Online condolences and donations to PRHC Foundation may be made by visiting www.bensonfuneralhomes.com
SPERLING, Ursula
Passed away on Saturday, January 14th, 2012.
SPERLING, Ursula - passed away peacefully in her 83rd year on January 14th 2012 at the Ross Memorial Hospital in Lindsay. Dearly beloved wife of her late husband Herbert Sperling, loving and caring mother of Ute and her late husband Bill, Heiner (Sieglinde), Stefan (Marieanne) and Axel (Janet). Dearly missed by her grandsons Matthew and Maxwell.
Service Date: Monday, January 16th, 2012
A private celebration of life was held at her home on Jan. 16th 2012. Condolences can be made by visiting www.bensonfuneralhomes.com
Millar (nee Cox), Lilian
Passed away on Thursday, January 12th, 2012.
MILLAR, Lilian May (nee Cox) –(War Bride), daughter of the late William and Florence Cox, peacefully passed away to be with the Lord at PRHC, on Thursday January 12, 2012 in her 87th year. Beloved wife of the late James (1984). Loving mother of Robert (Joanne) of Belleville, Ann Cassibo (Eric) of Pembroke, Jean Lush (the late Bill) of Peterborough, Deborah Sherwin (Glenn) of Roslin and Gavin (Debbie) of Peterborough. Dear grandmother of Jim, Guy, Derek, Tammy, Kevin, Justin, Trisha, Dwayne, Angie, Glenn and the late Debra Cassibo. Great grandmother of 17 and great great grandmother of 2. Predeceased by 1 great grandson. Lillian is survived by her sisters Margaret and Betty, brother Michael and predeceased by brother Bill, all of England. Survived by step mother Phyllis Cox of England. Lilian will be fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews family and friends.
Service Date: Saturday, January 21st, 2012
A celebration of Lilian’s life will be held in St. John’s Anglican Church ( County Road #10 in Ida) where she was a faithful member on Saturday January 21st at 1:00pm with visitation 1 hour prior. Rev. Peter Mills officiating. Interment will take place at a later date in Thomasburg . In memory of Lilian donations may be made to The Heart and Stroke Foundation, St. John’s Anglican Church Ida or a charity meaningful to you, either at the church or by visiting www.bensonfuneralhomes.com with whom arrangements are entrusted.
VanDam, Jacob
Passed away on Tuesday, January 03rd, 2012.
VAN DAM, Jacob Sr. “Jake” – peacefully at PRHC on Tuesday January 3rd 2012 in his 86th year. Dearly loved husband of Gail (Fee nee Orde). Beloved husband of the late Annie VanDam (nee Fajt). Cherished father of Shirley Challice (Roger), Jacob Jr. (Marilyn), Gordon (Faith) and Mark (Tricia). Stepfather to Shelley Ferguson (Gary) and Janet Patterson (John). Much loved grandfather of 15 and great grandfather of 24. Survived by sister Annie Fee (Charlie), predeceased by Nellie Staples, Bill, George, Sandy and Lewis. Jake will be fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends.
Service Date: Saturday, January 07th, 2012
Jake will be resting at Millbrook Christian Assembly (71 King Street West, Millbrook) on Friday, January 6th from 5 – 8 p.m. A celebration of life service will be held in the church on Saturday, January 7th at 1:00 p.m. with visitation 1 hour prior. Interment in Rosemount Memorial Gardens. A reception will be held in the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #402, Millbrook following the interment. In memory of Jake, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society may be made at the funeral or by visiting www.bensonfuneralhomes.com
MADDOCK, Pauline
Passed away on Sunday, December 18th, 2011.
Pauline passed away on December 18, 2011 at the Northumberland Hills Hospital in Cobourg. Beloved mother of Peter.
Service Date: Sunday, December 18th, 2011
Private family arrangements.
WILSON, Kathleen Mary Victoria
Passed away on Sunday, December 18th, 2011.
Kathleen passed away peacefully at Northumberland Hills Hospital on December 18, 2011 at the age of 85.
Service Date: Sunday, December 18th, 2011
In keeping with Kathleen's wishes, cremation has taken place.
JORDAN ( Jan Wilson), Janice Anita
Passed away on Saturday, December 17th, 2011.
Janice Anita Jordan age 72 of Lindsay, Ontario, passed away on December 17, 2011 at Peterborough Regional Health Centre.
Preceded in death by parents Vernon R. and Gladys P. Brien of New Brunswick. Jan was married to the late Robert J. Wilson.
Jan owned and operated Kent Bookstore in Lindsay, Ontario with her daughter Cheri. She was the original owner of the Country Corner Restaurant in Millbrook, Ontario.
Jan is survived by three children: Cheri Hogg (husband Greg) of Millbrook, Ontario; James Wilson (wife Christina) of Trumansburg, NY; and Michelle Gilreath (husband Todd) of Seymour, TN. She also is survived by six grandchildren: Travis, Tony, Aidan, Mari, Nate and Elena. Sister to Douglas (wife Margo) and Alfred (wife Kathie) Brien. Jan will be sadly missed by many nieces and nephews, extended family and beloved friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made in Jan’s name to the National Down Syndrome Society http://www.ndss.org/ or the Multiple Sclerosis Society www.mssociety.ca
The family would like to thank the staff at PRHC for their care and compassion
Service Date: Saturday, January 28th, 2012
A celebration of Janice's life will be held in the Benson Funeral Home (35 King Street West in Millbrook) on Saturday January 28, 2012 from 2-5 pm. All are invited to attend. Arrangements are entrusted to Benson Funeral Home in Millbrook, Ontario Condolences may be offered at http://www.bensonfuneralhomes.com/obituaries.html
FITZGIBBON, FRANCES HELEN (nee Hillier) "Fran"
Passed away on Wednesday, December 07th, 2011.
FITZGIBBON, FRANCES HELEN (nee Hillier) Peacefully in Northumberland Hills Hospital, Palliative Care Unit Cobourg on Wednesday, December 7th, 2011 in her 90th Year with her beloved son Brian at her side. Cherished wife of the late Fergy Fitzgibbon, sister of the late Dorothy Robertson, sister of the late Laura Burrison, and sister of the late Douglas Hillier, survived by Irene Hillier (Cobourg). Fran was noted for her quick wit, people person skills, an avid reader and a great cook. Fran was a tireless worker for Cobourg Legion Branch 133 and a respected Member of the 55 Club. Fran will be fondly missed by many Nieces and Nephews.
Service Date: Thursday, December 08th, 2011
Special thanks to Carol & Garry Etcher, Colleen & David Wright, Shirley McDonald, Pat Webb, Shelley Davey and Jennie & Gus Bambridge, Friends and Neighbours of Burnett Dr. Cobourg, Staff in the emergency room, 2B and Palliative Care. If desired Memorial Donations to Northumberland Hills Hospital, Palliative Care Unit would be appreciated. Cremation arrangements entrusted to Benson Funeral Directors, Millbrook, 1-877-982-5300. At Fran’s request a Private Family Gathering will be held in January 2012. Frannie watching the fluffy white clouds gliding along in a blue sky.
McCUE nee: Monague, Marina
Passed away on Monday, December 05th, 2011.
McCue –Marina (nee: Monague) peacefully at PRHC with her family by her side on Monday December 5th, in her 76th year. Beloved wife for 54 years of the late Fred McCue. Loving mother of Bethel Charbonneau and son-in-law Marc Charbonneau, Donna McCue, Dorothy Taylor of Curve Lake and son in law Mark Taylor. Dear grandmother of Trina Simard and husband Richard of Ottawa, John Mather of Peterborough, also Norman Taylor and Eric Taylor. Great grandmother of Kaya and Melia Simard. Marina leaves behind a sister Louise King of Christian Island. Marina will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Service Date: Saturday, December 10th, 2011
A celebration of life will be held at the Curve Lake United Church (located on Curve Lake Road) on Saturday December 10th at 1:00pm with visitation 1 hour prior. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Benson Funeral Directors (705 932-5300) For on line condolences and donations, please visit www.bensonfuneralhomes.com
SAVAGE, Margaret Ann
Passed away on Tuesday, November 29th, 2011.
SAVAGE, Margaret A – peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre on Tuesday November 29, 2011 at the age of 87 Beloved wife of the late Harry Savage (2010).
Dear mother of Wayne (Brenda nee: Young) of Holland Landing. Proud grandmother of Jessica Domenegato (Andy) and Eric (Nyssa Woodstra). Great grandmother of Dominic Savage, Matteo Domenegato. Margaret will be sadly missed by her extended family and many friends in the Cavan area and her many friends at the Roxborough retirement home
Service Date: Friday, December 02nd, 2011
A celebration of Margaret’s life will be held in the Benson Funeral Home (35 King Street West in Millbrook) on Friday Dec 2nd at 1:00PM with visitation 1 hour prior. A reception will follow. Rev. Lynda Hodgins officiating. In lieu of flowers please consider donations to Heart and Stroke Foundationor or Southlake Regional Health Centre.
Online condolences and donations may be made by visiting www.bensonfuneralhomes.com
KING, Dallas
Passed away on Saturday, November 26th, 2011.
Dallas King passed away quietly on Saturday November 26 at the age of 82. Predeceased by his wife Martha.
Service Date: Monday, November 28th, 2011
Private family Arrangements
JONES, Ronald Gary
Passed away on Thursday, November 24th, 2011.
Peacefully at South Lake Health Center in Newmarket on Thursday November 24.
Service Date: Saturday, November 26th, 2011
an obituary with detail will be posted shortly.
BURNS, Myron Alva
Passed away on Wednesday, November 23rd, 2011.
BURNS, Myron Alva – peacefully at Ross Memorial Hospital Lindsay, on Wednesday November 23, 2011 at the age of 82. Beloved husband to Barbara for 59 years. Loving father of Dale (Darquise) of Oakwood, Brian (Debbie) of Ajax and Ron (Diane) of Woodstock. Proud grampa of Travis (Sarah), Cassie (Kristopher), Jessica, Laura, Brendan and Evan. Great grandfather of Chase and Finnley. Brother of Fern, Grace (Ed) and the late Melvin (survived by his wife Kay). Myron will be fondly remembered by nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Service Date: Saturday, December 10th, 2011
Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of Myron’s life at Oliver's Nest Golf Club located at 1075 Highway 7, Oakwood, on Saturday December 10 from 1 pm to 3 pm. In lieu of flowers donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Heart and Stroke Foundation may be made by visiting www.bensonfuneralhomes.com with whom arrangements are entrusted.
KINSMAN, Donald Edward
Passed away on Sunday, November 20th, 2011.
KINSMAN, Donald Edward – passed away peacefully November 20, 2011 at Billings Court Manor, Burlington at the age of 69. Loving father of Marilyn (George Kavka) of Norwich and Colleen (Rob Gibbs) of Stoney Creek. Beloved and proud grandfather of Zachary Kavka and Ryan Gibbs. Dear brother of Louise (Dave Tegtmeyer) of Whitby and Jim (Lorraine) of Cavan. Son of the late Walter Kinsman and Pansy Rowe. Don will be fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews, great nieces and great nephews, family and friends.
Service Date: Thursday, November 24th, 2011
Mr. Kinsman is resting in the Benson Funeral Home (35 King Street West Millbook) on Thursday November 24 from 1pm until the time of service at 2pm. Interment followed by a reception will take place at St. John’s Cemetery Ida. Rev. Laura Borgerson officiating. In memory of Donald, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association or St. John’s Ida Cemetery may be made. On line condolences and donations may be offered by visiting www.bensonfuneralhomes.com. We would also like to thank all the nursing staff at Billings Court Manor for all their love and support they have shown Don.
Babcock, Kyle Alexander
Passed away on Tuesday, November 08th, 2011.
BABCOCK, Kyle Alexander – was loved for 2 weeks and passed away on Tuesday November 8, 2011 at the Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto. Loved by parents Michael and Cindy and sister Natasha Babcock. Kyle touched many lives and will be missed by his family.
Service Date: Saturday, November 12th, 2011
Kyle is resting in the Millbrook Christian Assembly (71 King Street West) on Saturday November 12 from 5 - 7:30pm with a service to follow. A private interment will take place in Sudbury. In memory of Kyle, donations may be made to the Hospital For Sick Children and Mount Sinai Hospital Toronto, also, please remember to sign your organ donor card. Online condolences and donations may be made by visiting www.bensonfuneralhomes.com
TOMS, Betty Anna
Passed away on Sunday, November 06th, 2011.
TOMS, Betty Anna (nee: Fallis) – It is with great sadness that the family of Betty Anna Toms of Omemee announces her passing on Sunday November 6, 2011, at PRHC with her family by her side, at the age of 79. Betty is predeceased by her husband Harry Toms, and will be forever remembered by her children Fred Toms (Cathy) and Yvonne Robbins (Fred), her grandchildren Andrew, Katelyn, Paul and Dennis. Sister of Allan, Ruth, Mary and predeceased by Lloyd.
Service Date: Thursday, November 10th, 2011
Mrs. Toms is resting in the Benson Funeral Home (35 King Street West Millbrook) on Wednesday November 9 from 7-9pm. Funeral service in the chapel at 11:00 am with visitation 1 hour prior on Thursday November 10. A reception will follow the service before the interment in Rosemount Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers the family is asking that memorial donations be made in Betty’s name to the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada. Online condolences and donations may be made by visiting www.bensonfuneralhomes.com
PORTER, Dorothy, Alda
Passed away on Saturday, November 05th, 2011.
PORTER, Dorothy Alda – at her home in Bethany surrounded by her family on Saturday November 5, 2011 at the age of 60. Beloved wife of Tim for 32 years. Loving mother of Rick Bradley (Wendy), Billy Bradley (Barb), Matthew and Scotty Porter. Proud grandmother to 7. Dorothy will be sadly missed by her siblings, extended family and friends.
Service Date: Saturday, November 12th, 2011
Family and friends are invited to a celebration of life gathering in the Millbrook Christian Assembly (71 King Street West Millbrook) on Saturday November 12 from 2-4pm. A small service will be held at 2pm. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Benson Funeral Directors Millbrook. In memory of Dorothy, donations to Christian Horizons or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. On line condolences and donations may be made by visiting www.bensonfuneralhomes.com
McLAUGHLIN, Terrance, John Sr.
Passed away on Tuesday, October 25th, 2011.
McLAUGHLIN, Terrance John Sr. – peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa with his family by his side on Tuesday October 25, 2011 at the age of 69. Husband of the late Mary McLaughlin (2009). Loving father of Kathy Markle, Christine McLaughlin (Tony) and Terry Jr. Proud poppa of Ryan, Kristen, Katelyn and Patrick. . Survived by his sisters, Mary and Carol also brothers, John and Dennis. He will be fondly remembered by all who knew him.
Service Date: Saturday, November 05th, 2011
A private graveside service will be held in Resurrection Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to a reception in honor of our Dad on Saturday November 5, from 1-4pm in the King Charles Seniors Building Common Room (155 King Street East in Oshawa). In memory of Terry, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Online condolences and donations may be made by visiting www.bensonfuneralhomes.com
