Waters, John Francis

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WATERS, John (Jack), at the age of 88, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Wednesday January 8, 2020 at Hospice Simcoe in Barrie after a brave battle with cancer. Predeceased by his wife of 50 years Barbara (née Lawrence). Loving father to Lynn Marie Graham (Thomas) and Mike (Jennifer). Proud and loving grandpa to Mark (Stephanie), Steven, Meaghan, Caleigh and Braedan. Loving brother to Shirley Deguara and Carl Waters. Best buddy to Vic Deguara and a special Uncle Jack to many nieces and nephews. Jack will be greatly missed by his companion for the past 15 years, June McCauley. 

Jack was known as a kind, loving and compassionate man, who loved his family and friends dearly. Jack cared so much for everyone around him and truly made this world a better place.

Jack was a proud and dedicated employee of ACCO Canada for 48 years and valued many friendships he created during his career. Jack was an avid hockey fan, always cheering on the Toronto Maple Leafs and Team Canada. Jack had a passion for painting. His love of nature and water was evident in his artwork, which was often inspired by his long drives, travel and wonderful memories of cottage life and the good days at the Cabin on Lake Scugog.

Jack’s family would like to extend a special thank you to the wonderful staff at Hospice Simcoe in Barrie and Raglan Retirement Home in Collingwood for providing him with such loving and compassionate care.

As Cremation has taken place, please join the family for A Celebration of Life on Sunday January 19, 2020 at 1:30 pm at St John’s Dixie Cemetery & Crematorium in Mississauga. Reception to follow ending at 4:00 pm. 

In lieu of flowers, the family gratefully requests donations be made to Hospice Simcoe in Barrie.

Giuseppina MacKay

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Pina Mackay passed away, in the comfort of her own home, the morning of December 17, 2019, -after a courageous 4 year battle with brain cancer.
Pina spent her last few days surrounded by loving family, friends, and her loyal pets. She is survived by her loving husband Rob of 40 years, her son Sean (Chantal), her daughters Ann-Marie (Cliff) Truman, Erin (Daniel) Burnell; and, her “precious granddaughters” Sophia Burrell and Cali-Pressly Trueman. Pina also leaves behind sisters Liz Fox (Mickey), Katie Sangiuliano (Tony), and Toni Sangiuliano (Dominic); along with numerous nieces and nephews, whom she adored. She was pre-deceased by her parents Anna Maria and Vincenzo Sgro.

A visitation will be held Sunday December 22nd 2019 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm and 7:00pm to 9:00pm in the Willow Room of St. John’s Dixie- 737 Dundas Street East, Mississauga, Ontario L4Y 2B5.      

A Memorial Service will be held in the Magnolia Room at St. John’s Dixie at 1:00pm on Monday, December 23rd 2019 with a reception to follow.

Wilson, Verna Marguerite

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We celebrate the life of Verna Marguerite Wilson (Willows) who passed on to another realm on October
23, 2019 at the age of 95. After a short physical decline in Sunnybrook Hospital, she slipped away
peacefully while sleeping, gracefully succumbing to pneumonia. Every one who knew her feels
very fortunate to have had her with us so long.

She was beloved of her children Rick (Arlene), Jim (Dot), Lorraine and Joanne; very dear to her
grandchildren, Jay (Kerri), Brian (Megan), Jodie (Patrick), Ian (Maryanne), Hilary (Jonathan), Sue (Sean),
and Tommy; and the caring great grandmother of Lauren, Darren, Elizabeth, Luke, Katie and Fionn.

Verna was predeceased by her husband George, her brother Charles and his wife Elma; and is survived
by her sister-in-law Ann and her nephew Bob (Audrey).

A lover of reading, travel, word puzzles and celebrations, she will be remembered as a strong, flexible
and understanding mother, a supportive friend to all, a fountain of wisdom, an extraordinary listener,
and for her unwavering positivity and smile.

Verna was a co-founder of the Huntsville Weavers and Spinners Guild and for several years the editor of
the magazine Heddle.  A homemaker by choice, she also worked as an Executive Assistant at Air Canada
and the Canadian Civil Liberties Union.

She lived independently until after her 95th birthday, maintaining a sharp mind and her positive attitude
to life. An example for us all, she accepted an increasing number of physical challenges over the years,
remaining delighted to be alive. She showed interest in and respect to everyone who came near her,
putting a smile on everyone’s face.

A service will be held in celebration of Verna’s well-lived life on Saturday November 2nd at

St. John’s Dixie Cemetery and Crematorium

737 Dundas St E., Mississauga L4Y 2B5.

Gathering after 10 am, Service at 11. Lite lunch until 2.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Verna’s name to
PACE Independent Living. Donate In Memory of Verna Wilson at

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Toronto Western Hospital. Donate recognizing Dr. Lozano of the Department of Neurosurgery,
identifying Verna Wilson at

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Whitern, Rodney (Rod) Wilfrid

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In his 89th year, Rod died peacefully on Tuesday, December 4, 2012 at Credit Valley Hospital from heart disease and dementia. Born in London, England, Rod came to Canada in 1927. He was an only child of parents Edith (nee Smith) and Wilfrid Whitern and grew up in Toronto, Ontario. Read more

WHEELER, James Ibri

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Loving father, brother, uncle and friend, passed away. He left us too early at the age of 65, at home, with his family, significant other Donna Smith, and trusty sidekick “Gabby“ on June 21, 2011. Jim is survived by his children Leslie Wheeler (Allen), Holly Wheeler, and Tom and Lena Wheeler; also five beautiful grandchildren, Stephanie, Samantha, Amanda, Carly and Cora. A gathering of family and friends will be held at 2 p.m. on June 26, 2011 at the Moose Lodge, located at 145 West Street, Brantford.

Green, Constance Mary

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GREEN, Constance Mary (née Schrag) – Passed away peacefully on June 16, 2011, in her 90th year. Predeceased by her husband Fred, son Scott, sister Ruth, and brothers Harry and Stanley, Connie is survived by her beloved sister Blanche (Stuart Land). She is lovingly remembered by her sons and daughters-in-law: Barry and Janey, Martin and Melanie, Vickie, and Alan and Donna. She will be deeply missed by her eight grandchildren – James (Steph), Katie (Gabe), Stephen, Jeremy, Jennifer, Kevin (Hilary), Sarah and Abbie. The wonderful support of Dr. Veenstra and all the amazing caregivers at Sunrise – Thorne Mill on Steeles has been greatly appreciated. In lieu of flowers, if you are so moved, donations to the Alzheimer Society would be a lovely way to honour Connie. A celebration of Connie’s full and wonderful life will be held at St. John the Baptist (Dixie) Anglican Church, 719 Dundas St. E, Mississauga (1 block east of Cawthra) on Saturday, June 18, 2011 at 1:00 p.m.

HILL, Lorne Charles

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Peacefully at the Brantford General Hospital on Tuesday June 21, 2011 in his 75th year. Beloved husband and best friend of Bernice (Johnston) Hill. Loving father of Beth and the late Jack, Lawrence and Maggie, Randy and Rose, Daniel and Debbie, David, Carrie, Lynden, Keitha, Darryl and Cheryl. Dear grandfather of 23 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild. Brother of Howard, Grant, Ambrose, Thyrza, Gloria, and Karen. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by son, Rodney; infant son, Baby Hill and one great grandson; parents, Leola Mae and Norman Walker – Hill and brothers Norman, Milton, Carl, and Edward. Lorne was a member of the Iron Workers Local 736, Hamilton. At the request of Lorne, cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held at the STYRES FUNERAL HOME, 1798 4 th Line Road on Tuesday June 28, 2011 at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Hamilton Suzuki School of Music, 2 King Street West, Hamilton, Ontario L8P 1A1. www.rhbanderson.com