47 | Thursday, May 28, 2015 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insidehalton.com l Obituaries l Obituaries l Obituaries l Obituaries STEWART, James Jim was in his 95th year when he passed away on May 22, 2015. He was predeceased by his wife of 68 years, Jessie (nee Donald). Loving father of June Gray (John), Paul (June), Nancy Kearns (Larry) and Sandra. Fondly remembered grandfather of Martin, Susan, Jennifer, David, Amy, Karen, Jason, Kristi, and Ryan. Dear great-grandfather to Brandon, Cooper, Karyssa, Jayden, Sophia, Jacob, Mikeil, Ava, Emily, Julia and Aiden. Proud great-greatgrandfather to Olivia. Cherished older brother of Betty, Janet (deceased), Bill, Maybelle, Peggy, Ted (deceased), Matt, Dorothy and all of their families. He was very proud of his family and loved to keep track and record everyone in his family tree. Jim was a retired Ford of Canada employee who was a familiar sight riding his bicycle around the plant. He continued this love of cycling throughout his retirement, cycling around his neighbourhood for the last time two weeks ago. A special thank you to all the people that provided the care and support that allowed him to continue an active life. Donations in memory of James to Ian Anderson House would be greatly appreciated by his family. A funeral service was held on Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at Oakview Funeral Home. On-line condolences may be made at: www.oakviewfuneral.ca l Obituaries MASSA, Pasquale (Pat) September 28, 1924 - May 26, 2015 Passed away peacefully at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, in his 91st year. Loving husband for 20 years of Ruth Childerhose. Survived by his siblings Lucy Fagan, Mary Jobst (Cliff), Margaret Paglietti, and Vince Massa (Nancy) as well as many neices and nephews. Substitute "Gramps" of Matthew, Emily, Ethan, Maxwell, Kaitlin, and Kaleb. Retired Attendance Councillor for the Etobicoke Board of Education. Friends and family will be received at the Glen Oaks Funeral Home, Oakville (3164 Ninth Line at Dundas Street), on Sunday, May 31st, from 9:00 a.m. until the service at 10:00 a.m. Online condolences can be made at http://glenoaks.sharingmemories .ca POVER, Vivian Bernice (nee Wanamaker) May 16, 1915 - May 20, 2015 After reaching that milestone, her 100th birthday, Vivian passed away peacefully on May 20, 2015 at the Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. Predeceased by her parents William and Betrice Wanamaker, her husband Charlie and her sister Dorothy. She is survived by her brother Reg Wanamaker. Lovingly remembered by nieces, nephews and friends, Marie Desjardine, Beverly and Joe MacDougall, Nancy and Gary Morgan, Dan and Sandra Pover and Reed Wanamaker. It was Vivian's wish for cremation and no services. PRICE, Frank Osborne (P.Eng.) Passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 21, 2015. Aged 89, he died surrounded by family after a long life and brief illness. Frank was born in Moncton, N.B., the eldest of three children. Predeceased by his parents Lt. Col. Frank Leroy Price (OBE) and Maitland Elizabeth Price (nee Miller) and sister Elizabeth Moore (Donald). He is survived by his wife Patricia (nee Ryan); his sister Barbara Hawkins (Roger); his children Ted Price (Julia), Cynthia Price, Deborah Holmes (Jeff), Trish Blanchard (Randy) and Barbara Filice (John); his grandchildren Liam Price (Susan McKay), Courtney Firlit (Brian), Michael Filice, and Katelyn Filice; and his great-grandchildren Claire and Paige Firlit. A native of New Brunswick. Frank lived most of his life in southern Ontario. Frank was a member of the Canadian Parachute Corps in World War II and the Royal Canadian Corps of Signals thereafter. He graduated from the University of New Brunswick in 1947 in Electrical Engineering. He moved to Ontario and pursued a career that included Ontario Hydro, Inglis, GSW and an energy consulting business that he founded and led. Frank was a long time member of the Oakville Golf Club. Later in life, art became his passion and he left a legacy of his work. He will be sorely missed. Thanks to the dedicated staff at Trillium Hospital and OakvilleTrafalgar Memorial Hospital (OTMH) for such compassionate care. A celebration of Frank's life will be held on Saturday, June 20, 2015 at the Oakville Golf Club from 4-6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to OTMH will be appreciated. Condolences through: www.koprivataylor.com RUTON, Barbara Anne Passed away peacefully, with family by her side, on May 26, 2015 at the age of 86. Devoted wife of 55 years to the previously deceased Robert (Bob) Ruton. She is survived by her son Steve, daughter in law Cheryl and grandchildren Madison and Tyler. Barb enjoyed teaching elementary school for many years in Sudbury, Etobicoke and finally in Oakville at both Falgarwood and Sheridan Public schools. Retirement from teaching offered her the opportunity for many wonderful trips. Barbara loved music, and spent many years singing with the Oakville Choral Society. Cremation has taken place. Friends are invited to join the family at Ward Funeral Home, 109 Reynolds Street, Oakville on Friday May 29, 2015 from 4 - 8 p.m. A private family service to take place. The family would like to thank the amazing team at Ian Anderson House for their compassion during this difficult time and in lieu of flowers, donations if desired, to Ian Anderson House or Knox Presbyterian Church, both in Oakville, would be welcomed. Please visit the Book of Memories at www.wardfuneralhome.com TAYLOR, Claire (nee Dumais) Passed away at Hampton Terrace on Saturday, May 23, 2015. Loving wife of John for 56 years. She will be dearly missed by her sister Louise, brother Gilles, and by her children Chuck (Lisa), Dave (Julie) and Louise (Scott). Devoted grandmother to Corinna, Darryl, Alex and Jack and Great-grandmother to Sophie. After earning her Master's degree in Religious Studies from the University of Calgary, Claire returned to Burlington and became an active member in the St. Matthew's community. The celebration of Claire's life will be held on Thursday, May 28, 2015 at St. Matthew on-thePlains Anglican Church, 126 Plains Road East, Burlington. Visitation at 10 a.m. with service at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society or St. Matthew on-the-Plains Anglican Church are appreciated. www.smithsfh.com SIMPSON, Beryl Incomparable Mum to Julie, Wendy (Tim Duffy), Kevin and Sandra. Best friend and wife of 59 years to Keith Simpson. Beloved Nana to Matthew (Erin) and Jordan Dempster, Stuart, Hillary and Graeme Forsyth. Passed away at Ian Anderson House on May 25, 2015. Beryl, who was the long time Office Manager to Dr. V. Naumetz, will be sadly missed by her four legged companions, Zoe, Mitzi and Minnie as well as her many loving friends with whom she enjoyed a very full life. Memorial celebration of her life to be arranged. See you on the other side Mummy! The Oakville Beaver would like to express sincere and heart-felt condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. l Memorial Services DALEY, Olga (Olly) A Celebration of Life will be held for the late Olga Daley (Olly) at Glen Oaks Funeral Home (3164 Ninth Line, Oakville) on Friday, June 5, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. with inurnment and reception to follow. Olly passed away on January 31, 2015, leaving behind beloved husband Oscar, sons Gary and Ken and their families. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice. to PLacE your cLassiFiED aD www.oakvillebeaver.com For your convEniEncE wE accEPt visa, MastErcarD anD aMErican ExPrEss R0013152455 Phone: 905-632-4440 Fax: 905-632-8165 Email: classified@haltonsearch.com Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 5 p.m.