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39 | Thursday, February 19, 2015 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insidehalton.com l Obituaries l Obituaries SWIEKATUN, Veronica Passed away on February 16, 2015 in her 82nd year surrounded by family. Veronica was born in Poland, now Belarus, in 1932. During the war and post war years her family was moved from country to country: France, Italy, Siberia, India, Pakistan and her most cherished and memorable, Kenya. In 1950 Veronica came to Canada through Pier 21 in Halifax. She settled in Guelph with her sister (Janina), brother (John) and mother (Elizabeth). Her brother Joe moved to the US. Soon after she met Walter, they married and moved to Toronto. As many new immigrants through hard work they made a good life in their new homeland for themselves and their three children, Chet, Sylvia (husband John) and Lisa (husband Lee). In time they moved to Oakville. Having the kindest, most generous and gentlest of hearts, her home was open to everyone. There was always laughter, friends, family, food and good times. Veronica was a dedicated caregiver to Walter, who suffered from MS, for 40 years. Walter passed away 10 years ago and Veronica's boundless energy was focussed on her grandchildren, Steven, Sarah, Kristie, Holly and Renee. As her Alzheimer's progressed she moved to Kensington Gardens where she ended her journey. We want to thank the staff at Kensington for all their compassion and dedication. In lieu of flowers donations in memory can be made to the Alzheimer Society or Kensington Foundation. Visitation will be held on Friday, February 20, 2015 at 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m at the Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville. A funeral mass will follow on Friday, February 20, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at St. James Roman Catholic Church, 231 Morden Road, Oakville. Condolences through www.koprivataylor.com l Obituaries VAN DUSEN, "Van" (Irving) August 31, 1918 to February 5, 2015 Passed away in his 97th year in Mississauga. Beloved husband of Stella for 73 years, loving Dad to Sheila, Ray (Joanne) and Dave (Jenn); proud grandfather of Stu, Rachel, Vanessa, and Alana; great grandfather of Victoria; fond brother-in-law of surviving in-laws Alf Moore and Winn Conley; equally fond uncle to many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his siblings Audrey, Lloyd, twin Arthur and, more recently, his beloved cat, Bernie. Hamilton born and raised, Van enjoyed long life filled with many pursuits and turns: a touring acrobat with Kings of The Air, figure skater, artist and WWII RCAF flight navigator in his youth; a night school B.Sc. graduate from Sir George Williams University in Montreal, where he met and married Stella in 1942 and raised his family; a working life where he wore such varied hats as Traffic Coordinator at Bell Canada to Director of Human Resources (H.G. Woods, Laura Secord, Humber College) art gallery owner on Yonge St., Toronto. He later became a long time choral member with Scarborough Dukes of Harmony (gold medalists) as well as Oakville Entertainers. In his retirement years he enjoyed his computer, and notably participated in a McMaster University study of the effects of weight training on seniors, where his positive attitude and vitality were singled out. Van was very active to the end of his eighties, living at home with his wife and daughter right up until his final few months. He was a good and decent man who was well known for his friendliness and sense of humour, genuine interest in friends, extended family and all whom he met. He was blessed to live such a long, full life. His good natured spirit will be sorely missed and cherished by those of us who have known and loved him. The family extends gratitude to the caregivers at Acclaim Health Senior Day Program (Alzheimer Services) and Mississauga Long Term Care Facility. The family will be celebrating his life at a future date. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Canada. Condolences through www.koprivataylor.com l Obituaries l Obituaries ZYLIK, Ida On Friday, February 13, 2015 at the Waterford Regency Care Residence in Oakville, Ida in her 77th year. Beloved wife of the late Art. Dear mother of Andrew and his wife Linda, and the late Marilyn and Michael; and mother-in-law of Ron Klein. Cherished grandmother of Christopher, Diana, Brittany, Lauren and Zachary. Visitation was held at the Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville (one block east of Kerr, 905-844-2600) from 2-4 & 7-9 pm on Monday. A funeral service was held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, February 17, 2015 at Evangel Pentecostal Church, 1450 Rebecca Street, Oakville. Interment St. Jude's Cemetery. For those who wish, memorial contributions to Sick Kids Hospital, Toronto, would be appreciated by the family. Condolences through www.koprivataylor.com SOUSA, Monique Wilhelmina Passed away on February 15, 2015, at the Carpenter Hospice in Burlington, after a courageous battle with cancer, at the young age of 49. Monique was an amazing Mother and Wife, who was adored unimaginably. Her whole life was devoted to her family, and kind to everyone she met. Monique's favourite things included golfing with the family and dinner dates. Monique is survived by her husband John, married 27 wonderful years, and her children Rachel and Ryan. She is the daughter of Wilhelmina and Christiaan Kruter, daughter inlaw to Virgilio and Isabel Sousa. Monique was sister to Peter Kruter/ Brenda, and sister-in-law to Paul Sousa/Dora, Aunt to Brittany, Daniel and Isabel. Her funeral mass will be held at St. Thomas the Apostle Parish in Waterdown on Friday, February 20th at 11 a.m. Following the ceremony, will be a celebration of Monique's life at the Sousa residence at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Carpenter Hospice in the name of Monique Sousa. We would like to thank the nurses and volunteers at the Carpenter Hospice for their exceptional care. Love you forever Mom. WAYWELL, Frank Passed away peacefully at Ian Anderson House, Oakville, Ontario, on February 12, 2015. Predeceased by Alice, his wife of 40 years, who passed away in August 1982, and his granddaughter Kilmeny Anne, who passed in May 1971. Survived by his four children, Brian (Suphanna), Andrew (Joan), Vivienne, and Valerie (David), ten grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Frank was born in Manchester England, November 6, 1919 to Sarah and Walter Waywell, and emigrated with his family to Canada in 1954. Frank served in the Royal Air Force as a fighter pilot in the North Africa Campaign during World War II. Dedicated to his family, Frank was a man of integrity, with a strong faith, who was an active member of St. John's United Church in Oakville for almost 60 years. Frank loved life, and loved golf, which he continued to play until his 94th year. Frank will be lovingly remembered and missed by his family and many friends. Friends are invited to join the family for a Celebration of Frank's life to be held at St. John's United Church, 262 Randall Street, Oakville, on February 26 at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers and as a memorial tribute, donations to Prostate Cancer Canada, St. John's United Church or Ian Anderson House would be appreciated by the family. Cremation has taken place. Please visit our Book of Memories at www.wardfuneralhome.com WHITEMAN, Jean (nee Liles) On Saturday, February 14, 2015, at the Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. Jean Liles, beloved wife of the late Charles Edward Whiteman. Dear mother of Stephen and his wife Debbie and the late Robert. Loved grandmother of Heather and Sarah (Andre) and greatgrandmother of Dreshawn and Tianah. Sister of the late Gilbert Liles (Glenna). A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., on Saturday, February 28, 2015, at Walton Memorial United Church, 2489 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Walton Memorial United Church or to a charity of your choice would be appreciated. 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