September 30, 2009
(1929-2009)
Passed away peacefully at York Central Hospital, Richmond Hill on Tuesday, September 29, 2009 surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of the late William Francis Magee, Nobleton, loving mother of Joyce Magee, Kitchener; Basil and Cheryl Magee, Caledon; Joanne and Paul Myers, Newmarket. Cherished grandmother of Shannaghn and her husband Kyle McMahon, Tyler Magee, Haley Magee, Abagail and Mallory Myers. May emigrated with Frank, Joyce, and Basil from Enniskillen, Northern Ireland to Canada in 1956. May and Frank were married for 58 years. They were longtime and proud members of the Nobleton community. May enjoyed her involvement with the Nobleton Women’s Institute, the Nobleton United Church and her job at the Nobleton IGA. It was an honour to know and love May. We know Dad was waiting with a cup of tea in hand. The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S. (Hwy. 50), Bolton (905-857-2213) Thursday afternoon 2 – 4 and evening 7 – 9 o’clock. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Friday morning, October 2 at 11 o’clock. Interment Nobleton Community Cemetery. Heartfelt thanks to the volunteer drivers from Nobleton who transported our Mom home from dialysis for years and special thanks to the Oak Ridges Dialysis Nephrology Team who took exemplary care of our Mom. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Oak Ridges Dialysis Satelite Site, Chronic Kidney Disease Program, c/o York Central Hospital, 10 Trench Street, Richmond Hill, L4C 4Z3 or the Kidney Foundation of Canada, 15 Gervais Drive, Suite 700, Toronto M3C 1Y8. Condolences for the family may be offered at www.eganfuneralhome.com
September 28, 2009
It is with great sadness that Jack’s family announces his passing, after a very brief illness, on September 24, 2009 at the age of 81. Predeceased by his wife Ruth (Lee), he will be deeply missed by his daughters Cathy (Doug McClure), Janis, and Sharon (Rob Birks). Jack was the proud grandfather of John, Jamie, and Nancy McClure; Laura and Brad Usher; Matthew (Angela), NataLee, and Mitchell Birks. Jack also leaves behind his sister June (Jim Vint) and companion Marlene. Jack was an employee of Kodak Canada for 40 years, an avid golfer, and an active member of the King City Senior’s Centre. A private family burial will take place. There will be a celebration of his life on Monday, October 12, 2009 from 2:00 pm until 4:00pm at the Board of Trade Country Club – 20 Lloyd Street, Woodbridge. Donations in Jack’s memory may be made to the Nobleton United Church – Box 284, Nobleton, LOG 1N0. Condolences for the family may be offered at www.eganfuneralhome.com
September 26, 2009
At Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, on Friday, September 25, 2009, John Baxter, in his 68th year. Cherished son of the late Gordon and Belle (nee Speers) Baxter. Loved brother of Cheryl and her husband Don Carruthers, Caledon. Dear uncle of Ian and Mora. Treasured by all of the lives he touched in relatives and friends. Fondly remembered by his many friends and caregivers at Central West Specialized Developmental Services (formerly Oaklands Regional Centre). The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home Baxter & Giles Chapel, 273 Broadway, Orangeville (519-941-2630) on Tuesday, September 29 from 12:30 until time of funeral service in the chapel at 2 o’clock. Interment St. Andrew’s Cemetery, Caledon. If desired, memorial donations may be made to Central West Specialized Developmental Services Endowment Fund, Central West Specialized Developmental Services, 53 Bond Street, Oakville L6K 1L8; St. Andrew’s Cemetery, 17812 St. Andrew’s Road, Caledon L7K 2C4 or the charity of your choice. Condolences for the family may be offered at www.eganfuneralhome.com
September 25, 2009
Peacefully, at Headwaters Health Care Centre, Orangeville, on Thursday, September 24, 2009, Phyllis Wells, formerly of Brampton, in her 90th year, beloved wife of the late John S. Young. Loving mother of Joan Galway, Barbara Elliott, Audrey Davies, Douglas, Eleanor Henderson, Jack, Donna Whittaker, Brenda Young, Bill, Alan, Wanda Richardson, Wendy Ashton and predeceased by Paul. Fondly remembered by her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home Baxter & Giles Chapel, 273 Broadway, Orangeville (519-941-2630) Saturday evening 7 – 9 o’clock, Sunday afternoon 2 – 4 and evening 7 – 9 o’clock. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Monday, September 28 at one o’clock. Interment Greenwood Cemetery. Condolences for the family may be offered at www.eganfuneralhome.com.
September 23, 2009
(April 28, 1927 – September 23, 2009, born again 1978)
(World War II Veteran Ordinary Seaman British Merchant Marine. Served on SS Carnarvon Castle, SS Atlantis and SS Empire Greeb)
Passed away at Headwaters Health Care Centre, Orangeville on Wednesday, September 23, 2009. Charles was born in Salisbury, England. He is survived by his loving wife Lenna (nee Welwood), his children Shirley, Kathleen, Susan, Joan, Maryanne and Daniel, grandchildren David, Lee, Gem, Seth, Andrew, Chris, Ruth, David, Samuel, Matthew, Joshua, Esther, Hailey, Stephanie, Carmen, 8 great-grandchildren, sister Dorothy and brothers Tim, John and Fred. He will be missed by his neighbours and friends especially his former shipmate Stan Mayes with whom Charles was reunited 14 years ago and the congregation of the Albion Hills Bible Church, Gore Road where the Daleys faithfully attended for many years. The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S. (Hwy. 50), Bolton (905-857-2213) Friday afternoon 2-4 and evening 7-9 o’clock. Funeral service will be held in Albion Hills Bible Church, 17243 The Gore Road, Caledon on Saturday morning, September 26 at 11 o’clock. Interment Providence Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Salvation Army, 9395 Bramalea Road, Brampton L6S 4B7 or the Mission Fund at Albion Hills Bible Church, P.O. Box 184, Station Palgrave, Caledon L7E 3T2. Condolences for the family may be offered at
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Absent from the body
Present with the Lord
September 23, 2009
Peacefully at Headwaters Health Care Centre, Orangeville, on Wednesday, September 23, 2009, Diana Battilana, at the age of 77 years, beloved wife of Giovanni Battilana. Loving mother of Oscar, Egle and James, Linda. Cherished Nonna of Ryan, Megan, Rachel, Sara, Eric and Della. Dear sister of Diomira. The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S. (Hwy. 50), Bolton (905-857-2213) Friday afternoon 2 – 4 and evening 7 – 9 o’clock. Funeral Mass will be held in Holy Family Roman Catholic Church, 60 Allan Drive, Bolton on Saturday morning, September 26 at 9 o’clock. Followed by cremation. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Condolences for the family may be offered at www.eganfuneralhome.com
September 22, 2009
At Brampton Civic Hospital, on Monday, September 21, 2009, Domenico Palmieri, Colgan, in his 83rd year, beloved husband of Giulia Palmieri. Loving father of Ezio and his wife Mary, George and his wife Wendy. Cherished Nonno of Adina, Andrew, Lisa and Jordan and great-granddaughter Abigail. Dear brother of Lina, Gina, and Angelina, all of Anagni, Italy. Domenico followed his passion in farming outdoors and animals on the 7th Line Adjala. The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S. (Hwy. 50), Bolton (905-857-2213) Wednesday evening 7 – 9 o’clock, Thursday afternoon 2-4 and evening 7-9 o’clock. Funeral Mass will be held in St. James Roman Catholic Church, 2118 Adjala-Tecumseth Townline, Colgan on Friday morning, September 25 at 11 o’clock (leaving funeral home at 10 o’clock). Entombment Glendale Memorial Gardens. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or St. James Roman Catholic Church, 2118 Adjala-Tecumseth Townline, R. R. #1, Colgan L0G 1W0. Condolences for the family may be offered at www.eganfuneralhome.com
September 20, 2009
Retired Owner of Boggs Jewellers, Orangeville
Peacefully, with his family by his side, at Headwaters Health Care Centre, Orangeville, on Saturday, September 19, 2009, Alvin Boggs, in his 88th year, beloved husband for 62 years of Margaret Hoare. Loving father to Gwen and father-in-law to David Holland. A special Poppa to Greg and Lee (Rob Gordon). Predeceased by his brother William Edward. The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home Baxter & Giles Chapel, 273 Broadway, Orangeville (519-941-2630) Tuesday, September 22 from 2 -- 4 and evening 7 -- 9 o’clock. A private funeral service will be held in Westminster United Church, Orangeville. Interment Greenwood Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations may be made to Westminster United Church, P.O. Box 34, Orangeville L9W 2Z5 or the charity of your choice. Condolences for the family may be offered at www.eganfuneralhome.com
September 17, 2009
Suddenly, at home with his father, on Wednesday, September 16, 2009, George M. Hillyard, in his 60th year. Dear son of George and the late Rejeanne Hillyard. Loving brother of Marion Hillyard, Joanne Knapp and Bruce Hillyard. Lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews and friends. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will follow at a later time. Arrangements by Egan Funeral Home, Bolton (905-857-2213). Condolences for the family may be offered at www.eganfuneralhome.com
September 16, 2009
Graduated from University of Waterloo; Elementary school teacher, Peel Board of Education.
After a courageous battle with cancer, it is with great sorrow that the family announces the peaceful passing of Lynn on Tuesday September 15, 2009. She was at her home on Fairbank Farm in King Township, surrounded by family and her beautiful gardens. Beloved wife and partner of Tom Dobson, loving mother of Diana Dobson and Wilf Luedke, Nanaimo; Kristine Dobson and Greg Alexander, Ottawa; Debra Dobson and Alf Budweth, Nobleton. Stepmother of David and Sonja Dobson and their children Lisa and Abby, Chicago. Very proud grandmother of Sarah, Anna, Madeline, Lauren and Olivia. Survived by her caring mother Dorothy Harding. Loving sister-in-law of Dana and Howard (deceased) Winder, Ed and Eleanor Dobson and Joan Harding; survived by her nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her father, Gordon Harding and brother, Ross Harding. Lynn’s dynamic personality created many friendships in all aspects of her life. She was a dedicated teacher with the Peel Board of Education. Lynn was a gardener, volunteer to many organizations, skier, tennis player, hiker with her dog, golfer, enthusiastic traveler and adventurer. Everything she did was done with vigour and enthusiasm. The family is grateful for the excellent and compassionate medical care Lynn received from Princess Margaret Hospital, Dr. Yee, Toronto General Hospital and York Region community care workers. The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S. (Hwy. 50), Bolton (905-857-2213) Friday afternoon 3 – 5 and evening 7-9 o’clock. A service to celebrate Lynn’s life will be held on Saturday morning, September 19th at 11 o’clock at Nobleton United Church, 6076 King Street, Nobleton. A reception will follow at the Nobleton Community Hall. Private family interment Laurel Hill Cemetery, Bolton. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation, 610 University Avenue, Toronto M5G 2M9 or the King Township Food Bank would be appreciated. Condolences for the family may be offered at www.eganfuneralhome.com
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