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23 · Wednesday, October 3, 2012 OAKVILLE BEAVER · www.oakvillebeaver.com l Obituaries l Obituaries l Obituaries GERONIMO, Stefano, "Steve" Peacefully passed away at the age of 81 years, on Sunday September 30th, 2012, surrounded by his family. Loving and devoted husband of Paola for over 53 years. He will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by his sisters, nieces and nephews and friends both here a n d i n I t a l y. S t e v e w o r k e d f o r over 40 years as custodian at St. James School. Steve loved the St. James Parish and could often be found working around the C h u r c h o r s i n g i n g i n t h e c h o i r. Family and friends will be received at the OAKVIEW FUNERAL HOME 56 Lakeshore Rd. W. ( j u s t e a s t o f K e r r ) , O a k v i l l e 905-842-2252 on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9pm. A funeral Mass for Steve will be celebrated at St. James Roman Catholic Church, 231 Morden Rd., Oakville on Thursday October 4, 2012 at 10am. Entombment to follow at Glen Oaks Mausoleum. As expressions of sympathy, donations would be appreciated to the Kidney Association. Online condolences may be made at www.oakviewfuneral.ca. ADAM, Donald Robert It is with great sorrow, the family announces the sudden passing of Donald on Sunday September 30th, 2012 at the age of 64. Donald will be forever cherished by his wife of 33 years, Joanne. Donald was the wonderful brother of Ann and Jim Durham, Michael and Sherrie, Margaret and John Williams, Peter (deceased) and Nickie, Christopher a n d S h e l l e y, B i l l a n d H e l e n Anderson, Janet and Alan McKenzie. Beloved uncle of many nieces and nephews. Family and Friends will be r e c e i v e d a t t h e WA R D F U N E R A L HOME "Oakville Chapel", 109 Reynolds Street, Oakville on Wednesday, October 3 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday October 4th, 2012 at St. Andrew Roman Catholic Church, 47 Reynolds Street, Oakville at 10:00 a.m. As expressions of s y m p a t h y, d o n a t i o n s t o C y s t i c Fibrosis Canada, Toronto & District Chapter would be appreciated. A Book of Memories may be signed at www.wardfuneralhome.com SAMPSON, Nicholas Beloved husband of Edna (nee Curtis) for 63 years. Loving father of Cynthia Sampson of Oakville and Rosemary Sampson (James Mathers) of Halifax. Proud grandfather of his granddaughter Jennifer and his great-grandson Andre. Nic enjoyed life to the fullest. Having travelled much of the world, he was also an avid gardener and active member of the Oakville Horticultural Society. He gave much to the community, volunteering for over twenty years with Meals on Wheels and the St. John's therapy dog program. In earlier years he was a keen cricketer with the Oakville Cricket Club. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to The Ian Anderson House for their care and compassion. As an expression of sympathy, donations made to Ian Anderson House or the Parkinson Society would be appreciated by the family. l Obituaries ALDIS, Wilhelmine "Willie" Passed away peacefully and now joins her beloved Goldie, on September 29, 2012 at the age of 84. Survived by her daughters Susan and Beth, grandsons Julian, Leandro, Aaron, and Joshua. Will be missed by her nephew Grahame (Gianna) and their daughter Marissa, niece Shawne (Peter), and nephew Scott. Willie will be remembered by her many friends at Vistamere and St. Dominic's Parish. Funeral will be held at St. Dominic's Parish, 2415 Rebecca Street, Oakville on Friday October 5, 2012 at 11am. Interment at GLEN OAKS MEMORIAL GARDENS and reception to follow. If desired, in lieu of flowers please consider the Canadian Cancer Society or make a kind gesture in Willie's honour. Online condolences may be left at www.glenoaks.ca Anniversar /y Milestones l Lifetimes Celebrating an Anniversary? Post your announcement in the Burlington Post or Oakville Beaver. FOX, John Joseph Born June 30, 1924. Passed away at Sunrise Senior Living of Oakville on September 26, 2012. Will be missed by daughters Jill Topping (John), Pat Fox (Steve Chen) and Susan Liddy (Paul), grandchildren Erin O'Connell (Kevin), Trevor Topping (Amy Olver), Josh Topping, Scott Topping, Deacon Liddy (Rachel von Sturmer), Jacob Liddy (Karley Denoon), Melanie Fox-Chen and Kevin Fox-Chen and great-granddaughter Avery O'Connell. Predeceased by his wife Barbara Fox (Foreman) on March 7, 1977 and best friend and partner Roslyn Robinson on April 26, 2011. Brother of Sally Edwards (Moray deceased), Hugh Fox (Judy) and the late Margaret Lawson (Alan deceased) and Uncle to their children. John was brought up in the family home on Cortleigh Blvd. and graduated from U.T.S. He enlisted in WWII Artillery in 1943 which took him overseas for the duration of the war and upon his return began Engineering in Ajax and finished at U. of T. His happiest memory of this time was playing hockey for U. of T. John also played hockey for the U.T.S. hockey team. John started work as a Sales Agent for the Stauffer Dobbie Mill in Galt and then moved to Oakville to create Pine Tree Construction, building homes and commercial buildings in Oakville, including his own home. John had a love of sports and actively participated in hockey, golf, tennis, skiing and sailing. This spring, he received his 50 year pin from the Oakville Golf Club. John enjoyed the family cottage at Lee Farm on Lake Simcoe for over 60 years, the Oakville neighbourhood for over 50 years and Clear Lake for almost 30 years. John played tennis at the Ontario Racquet Club for many years. The family would like to thank John's family doctors, Dr. Arani and Dr. Keaton and Dr. Tozer and Dr. Gedalis of J.C.C. in Hamilton and the loving staff of Sunrise. If desired, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Canadian Celiac Association or Charity of your choice. There will be visitation at KOPRIVA TAYLOR COMMUNITY FUNERAL HOME , 64 Lakeshore Rd. W., Oakville (1 block east of Kerr St., 905-844-2600) on Thursday, October 4 at 10 am with a Funeral Service to follow at 11 am. Interment at Trafalgar Lawn Cemetery, 1149 Dundas St. W. Oakville. Reception afterwards at the Oakville Club, 56 Water Street, Oakville. Condolences through www.koprivataylor.com KIRKWOOD, Elizabeth May (Liz) Passed away at Cama Woodlands Nursing Home, Burlington on Monday, October 1, 2012 in her 83rd year. Beloved wife of Ian for 59 years and loving mother of Jane, Kathy and Peter. Liz was the adored grandmother of Michelle and Christopher and his wife Julie. Predeceased by her brother Jack Aldred, Liz is also survived by her sister Margaret Murdoch as well as a number of nephews and nieces. Visitation will be held at the KO P R I VA TAY L O R C O M M U N I T Y FUNERAL HOME , 64 Lakeshore Rd. W., Oakville (1 block east of Kerr St., 905-844-2600) on Friday, October 5, 2012 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Cremation will follow with a private family interment at St. Jude's Cemetery, Oakville. A special "Thank You" to D r. R o b e r t G a b r i e l , D r. S a n j a y Pandeya and the caring staff of Cama Woodlands. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to The Kidney Function Clinic, c/o The Oakville-Trafalagar Memorial Hospital, 327 Reynolds Street, Oakville, ON L6J 3L7. Condolences through www.koprivataylor.com ROSS, June Maidment (nee: Smith) Peacefully on Tuesday, October 2, 2 0 1 2 a t t h e O a k v i l l e - Tr a f a l g a r Memorial Hospital, at age 94. June, beloved wife of the late Jack Ross. D e a r m o t h e r o f Ly n n a n d h e r husband Rod McTaggart, Arlene and her husband Steve McGuire. Loving grandmother to Matthew (Kristine), Michael (Stacey), Mark, Brandon (Tamara), Kyle and Grant. Greatgrandmother of Kaden, Cage, Lincoln, and Alexandra. Will be missed by her many nieces. Sister of Harris, Ernest and the late Douglas and Harry. Visitation will be held a t t h e KO P R I VA TAY L O R COMMUNITY FUNERAL HOME, 64 Lakeshore Rd. W., Oakville (1 block east of Kerr St., 905-844-2600) from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. on Thursday, October 4, 2012. Funeral Service in the Kopriva Chapel 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 5, 2012. Interment a t P r o s p e c t C e m e t e r y, To r o n t o . Those who wish may make memorial contributions to the O a k v i l l e - Tr a f a l g a r M e m o r i a l Hospital or Ontario Heart & Stroke Foundation. Condolences through www.koprivataylor.com Birth Announ cement / Milestones l Lifetimes www.lifenews.ca 905.632.4440 Engagement / Milestones l Lifetimes and you will receive a voucher for of your baby's precious hand or footprint ($25.00 value) compliments of: Celebrating an Engagement? Post your announcement in The Burlington Post, Oakville Beaver or Flamborough Review Tel: 905-825-8731 · Email: oakville@weepiggies.com www.WeePiggies.com Call 905-632-4440 to place your announcement To book your Lifenews ad call or email classified@haltonsearch.com 905.632.4440 www.lifenews.ca 905.632.4440 Your next job is closer than you think! 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