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49 | durhamregion.com | This Week | Thursday, September 22, 2022 region.comFor more info contact us at (905)440-3595 When you want a simple, low cost cremation option - Simply Saavy is the solution. We are pleased to offer this service option to those families that are looking for minimal service. SIMPLY SAAVY CREMATION PACKAGE PRICE $2099.95 Includes HST: Call for inclusions BOTHWELL, Debbie ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on September 7, 2022, at the age of 67 years. Dear sister of James (Linda) and aunt to Cristy. She was predeceased by her parents Rita and John Bothwell. Debbie is survived by aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. A Celebration of Debbie's life will be held at Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home, 53 Division Street North, Bowmanville on Monday, September 26, 2022, from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Memorial Donations may be made to Sick Kids Hospital. Online condolences may be made at: www.northcuttelliott.com BURKITT, William "Bill" ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Bill Burkitt on Saturday, September 17, 2022 at the age of 65. Best friend and loving husband of Melody (nee Armstrong). Dear brother of Debra Chadwick. Proud uncle of Tracey and Jason Chadwick and great uncle of Aurora Chadwick. He is predeceased by his parents Harry and Dolores and his nephew Christopher. Bill will be greatly missed by his mother-in-law Beatrice Chrysler, extended family and friends. A memorial visitation will be held at Mount Lawn Funeral Home, 21 Garrard Rd, Whitby ON, on Friday, September 30th from 2:00p.m. to 3:00p.m. followed by a 3:00p.m. chapel service. In lieu of flowers, donations to Diabetes Canada or the Kidney Foundation would be appreciated. COOK, William John "Bill" ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Passed away peacefully on Monday, September 19, 2022 at home with family by his side in his 84th year. Beloved husband to Helen of 62 years. Loving father to Joanne, Janice (Paul), and Jennell. Proud Grampa to Derek (Adriana), Ashley (Phil), Nicole and Cereena. Cherished Great -Grandpa to Blake, Tucker and Charlotte "Charlie". Bill will be dearly missed by extended family and many friends. Bill was a hardworking, quick witted, genuine and patient man who enjoyed classic cars, the outdoors and sports. Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, September 26, 2022 at St. John the Evangelist Parish (903 Giffard Street, Whitby) at 10:30 a.m. Interment at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery. Reception to follow at W.C. Town Funeral Chapel (110 Dundas Street East, Whitby). Lovingly remembered LIBERTY, Lillian Patricia ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Peacefully, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Monday, September 12, 2022, in her 88th year. Beloved wife of Frank Liberty of Oshawa. Loving mother of Shayne (Lisa) of Trenton and grand- mother of Stuart (Maddie) and Neil (Courtney). Sister of the late Bertha Stearns, Doris Burrows, Thelma Smith and Geraldine Bagshaw. Donations in memory of Lillian to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Ontario Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Cremation arrangements entrusted to M c I N TO SH-A ND E R SON- KELLAM FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558). Online condolences and sharing of memories may be made at makfuneralhome.com PARTRIDGE, Elizabeth (Betty) Elsie (Rowley) January 6, 1938 - September 13, 2022 ------------------ Our mother Betty Partridge passed away peacefully on September 13, 2022, after a long and full life. She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her and was known to many of our friends as Ma. She was predeceased by our father William Edward Partridge and is survived by her loving children, David, Lori, Bill, Bob and Jim, her "other daughter" Joanne, her grandchildren Shane and Skyla and her "grand-doggers" Honey and Ellie. Mom is very loved and will be remembered by her entire family and many friends. No tears and no funeral are Betty's wishes. A Celebration of Life at her most happy place will be held in the near future. Love you to the moon and back POWERS, Carol Stephanie (Kemp) February 4, 1936 - August 26, 2022 ------------------ I am very sad to announce the passing of our Mother. I know she will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Even to the end, a smile on her face. I know our life's will be just a little dimmer after losing this wonderful woman. There will be no funeral as per her request. STAINTON, Ruth October 20, 1932 - September 14, 2022 ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ With sadness the family announces the passing of Ruth Stainton at her home on September 14, 2022. Ruth was predeceased by her husband Jim. She will be greatly missed by her sons David (Brenda) and Doug (Renee). She was a cherished grandma as well as great grandma. She is survived by her sister-in -law Joyce Shaw, Grace Thomas (late Roy) and Marg Stainton (late Ross). Ruth was predeceased by her siblings Patricia (late Ron), David and also by Keith and Muriel Stainton. Ruth will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews and their families. Friends such as the Haass family, Donna Stell, the knitting club and the swimming ladies have lost a true member of their circle. Many children can swim today - thanks to the swimming lessons that they received from her. She was a member of Zion United Church and then Kedron United Church. Special thank you is extended to Sharon (PSW) for her unwavering support for our mother. A celebration of life will be held on October 20, 2022 at 1:30 pm at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway #2, Courtice (905- 432-8484). In lieu of flowers donations to Kedron United Church or Parkinson Society Canada will be greatly appreciated. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.courticefuneralchapel.com. TRUDEAU, Gerald Francis Joseph March 31, 1952 - September 15, 2022 ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Gerry passed away peacefully at home in Norham, Ontario at the age of 70. Beloved son of the late Roy and Betty (nee Powers) Trudeau. Survived by brother's Paul (Donna), Michael (Sharon), and Ted (Christine). Gerry will be remembered by his nieces, nephews, family and friends. In accordance with Gerry's wishes there will be no service. If desired, memorial donations to the 7 Hills Community Pantry (https://7 hillscommunitypantry.org/) would be appreciated. Online condolences at weaverfuneralhomes.com OBITUARIES | REMEMBERING THE LIVES OF THOSE IN OUR COMMUNITY Your memory is as dear today, as in the hour you passed away. May the winds of love blow softly and whisper so you'll hear; we will always love and miss you and wish that you were here. Time may heal the broken-hearted, time may make the wound less sore; but time will never stop the longing for the loved one gone before. In my heart your memory lingers, always tender, fond and true.