OAKVILLE BEAVER, Wednesday, January 21, 2009 31 Community Notices Classified Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm Obituary LANDRY, Rober t Fraser "Bob"Suddenly entered into rest at the Hamilton General Hospital after a tragic accident on Sunday, January 18, 2009 at the age of 59. Reunited with his loving parents Caroline and Walter Landry. Loving father of Sherri and Wayne, Tammy and Jay, Robert, Shannon and Rick, and Josephine and Cameron. Devoted partner of Susan Monahan for the last 20 years. Proud grandfather of Wayne Jr., Derek, Kristan, Jenna, Keith, Liam, Savannah, Venezuela and Devine. Dear brother of Patrick, Helen, David, Peter and Ricky. Bob will be remembered by many family members and friends. Visitation at BAY GARDENS FUNERAL HOME, 1010 Botanical Drive (across from the Royal Botanical Gardens), BURLINGTON (905-527-0405) on Thursday 3-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, January 23, 2009 at 2 p.m. Interment Trafalgar Lawn Cemetery, Oakville. The family would be honoured to have Bob remembered by a donation to a charity of your choice. His helping hands and loving hear t will always be remembered and never forgotten. Please sign the online Book of Condolence at www.baygardens.ca E-mail: classified@haltonsearch.com Obituary FOERSTER, Wolfgang Walter May 19, 1930 - Januar y 14, 2009 Peacefully, with his family by his side, on January 14, 2009 at the Carpenter Hospice, Burlington. Beloved husband of the late Marie (Lana) Foerster. Dear father of Gabr ielle Tisdale, Karen Ricketts (Brad Jacobs), and Edgar Foerster. Grandfather of Ian, Sean, Kirsten, Bailey, and Erich. Survived by his sister Karin Foerster of Germany. Predeceased by his brother Ed Foerster (Margaret). Also missed by many family and friends. A memorial service will be held at the Burlington Alliance Church, 4457 New Street, Burlington, on Tuesday January 27, 2009 at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Carpenter Hospice would be appreciated. Obituary COLE, Joan Dorothy (1928-2009)Peacefully passed away surrounded by her loved ones on Januar y 18, 2009 after a lengthy illness. Predeceased by her loving husband Douglas (1990) and her daughter Catharine (1980). Sadly missed by her best friend Alex Mitchell. Cherished mother to Janet (John) Ross of Oakville and Barb (Scott) Allan of Aurora. Adored Granny to Carolyn and Alex Ross and Caitlin, Meredith and Laura Allan. Friends are welcome at the Ward Funeral Home, 109 Reynolds Street, Oakville (905-844-3221) on Wednesday January 21, 2009 from 3-5pm. A private family service will take place. In lieu of flowers, donations in Joan's memory can be made to the Ian Anderson House (P.O. Box 61034, 511 Maple Grove Drive Oakville, ON L6J 7 P 5 ) . E m a i l c o n d o l e n c e s m ay b e made at: joan.cole@wardfh.com Obituary ROBERTSON, Dr. June G. - (O.D., F.A.A.O) Peacefully passed away on January 19, 2009 at the Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital in her 82nd ye a r. L ov i n g w i fe o f D av i d fo r 5 8 years. Beloved mother of Douglas (Lucyna) and Iain (Alison). Dearly missed by her grandchildren Jillian, Ariel and Kayleigh. June will be fondly remembered by her sister-in-law Ann and brother-in-law Rod along with her niece Heather Mayes (Bill) and nephew Neil Robertson (Angela) and their families all of Fresno, California. June was a charter member of the Oakville Zonta Club, past president of the Ontario Association of Optometrists and past president of the College of Syntonic Optometry. At June's request all arrangements are private. In lieu of flowers donations would be appreciated to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online condolences can be made at www.glenoaks.ca. Arrangements entrusted to the Oakview Funeral Home 905-842-2252. Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS IN THE ESTATE OF MARY DE LES DERNIERS BRONSON also known as MARYDEL BRONSON Claims against the estate of Mary de Les Derniers Bronson, also known as Marydel Bronson, late of the Town of Oakville, in the Regional Municipality of Halton, who died on the 25th day of September, 2008 must be in our hands by February 28, 2009 after which the estate will be distributed. PAUL R. DAVIDSON, ESQ. Estate Trustee RYRIE, KERR, DAVIDSON 233 Robinson Street Oakville, ON, L6J 4Z5 Obituary REILLY, Gordon- In his 71st year entered into everlasting peace on January 20th, 2009 after a long struggle with Alzheimer's. Beloved husband of Audrey for 49 years. Devoted father of Paul and Tracy, predeceased by daughter Dawn and his adored greyhound Dusty (his shadow). Gordon was also predeceased by his parents, Hugh & Violet, brothers Joseph & Edward, and his in-laws, John & Jenny Hoggins. He is survived by his sisters, Violet & Margaret, and brother, Tom, all of Newcastle upon Tyne, England. Gordon was the treasured grandfather ("Ganga") of Tristan, Andrew, Garrett, Carling, Jennifer, Steele and Amanda. He was the special baby sitter of all of the grandchildren since their births and had a special bond with each of them. He loved to play and watch many sports: golf, soccer, hockey, lacrosse, football, competitive swimming and figure skating. He actively participated in these sports in various roles, both as coach, team manager, and convener, to support his children's sports activities and later as a special spectator of his grandchildren's competitive figure skating, soccer and hockey activities in Florida and Oakville. Gord retired from Ford Motor Co. after 30 years and was a former member of the Masonic Lodge, Oakville. He was a quiet gentleman with a great sense of humor; loved and respected by all who knew him. He enjoyed music and dancing with the love of his life, his wife, Audrey. Visitation at the Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Road West Oakville (905-844-2600) from 4-7pm Thursday. Funeral service in the chapel 1pm Friday. Interment Trafalgar Lawn Cemetery, Oakville. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in favor of the Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital or the Alzheimer's Foundation. Online condolences at www.koprivatayor.com. Obituary Obituary BLACKBURN, Pam (nee Horlor)Suddenly in her 48th year on Friday, January 16, 2009 at her home. Pam, loved par tner of Joseph Hamilton. Dear mother of Mark and Andrea Foster. Precious daughter of Mary Lu and Ted Horlor. Lovingly remembered by her sister Geri Eaton (Mike) and brother Tom (Lynn). Sadly missed by best friend Scott Pallo. Will be fondly remembered by many family, friends and colleagues. A Memorial Service and prayers were held Tuesday, January 20th, 2009, at Glen Oaks Memorial Chapel and Reception Centre, 3164 9th Line (at Dundas) Oakville. In lieu of flowers, the family would like to remember Pam. Donations to the Hospital for Sick Children or the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated. Online condolences may be made through www.glenoaks.ca Di CLEMENTE: Luigi- Peacefully at his home and surrounded by his loving and devoted family, four days after his 87th birthday, on Sunday, January 18, 2009, after a lengthy, valiant battle with cancer. Survived by his devoted, loving wife Dina, of over 57 years; his sons Joe (Michaela) and Dominic (Jan). Loving exemplary "Nonno" to Julia, Paola, Alana, Daniel and Olivia. Beloved brother to Victor (Amelia) and predeceased by his sister Maria. Spec i a l t h a n k s t o D r . J . Ya t e s , " I l Colonnello" doctor extraordinaire, right to the end and to a compassionate Dr. J. Kirby. Thanks to CCAC, The Acclaim Health Care Team and the Red Cross support workers, who made our difficult time much easier. Luigi was passionate about many things. Passionate about his wife and family. Also his beloved homeland, Italy. Passionate about Canada and doing his part along with many other hard working Italians of his generation who helped build this nation with their bare hands. Passionate about passing on to his family, values and traditions such as honour, integrity, humour, hard work, the importance of the family, and his faith. Self taught in the trades, he could do anything he set his mind to. He was tireless and meticulous about his vegetable garden, a true thing of beauty, order and love, just like our Nonno Gigi. Baci Nonno! Visitation will be held at the Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville (one block east of Kerr, 905-844-2600) 2-4 & 7 - 9 p. m . We d n e s d ay. M a s s o f Christian Burial will be held 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, Januar y 22, 2009 at Saint Dominic Roman Catholic Church, 2415 Rebecca Street, Oakville. Entombment will be held at Glen Oaks Memorial Gardens, Oakville. If desired, memorial contributions to Ian Anderson House, the Canadian Cancer Society or Acclaim Health would be appreciated by the family. Email condolences may be made through www.koprivataylor.com Obituary GARANCS: Janis "John"- Janis "John" Garancs affectionately known t o t h o s e c l o s e t o h i m a s " Pa p u " passed away on Monday, January 19 at 4:20 p.m. A man of incredible character, integrity and strength, he had the internal fortitude to wait until his family arrived to say goodbye. With everyone by his bedside, we remember his incredible journey through 94 years of his life. Born on March 10, 1914 in Varaklani, Latvia, Janis wed his bride Magdalena before leaving his homeland to venture into the unknown and land in Canada. Along the way, he had his only daughter Gunta "Gerry" Walters and is survived by his son-in-law Norm, grandchildren Craig, Chr istine, Carol, his great-granddaughter Caitlin and beloved friend Helen Ashcroft. He touched so many lives and those who had the fortune to have known him will surely miss his humour, affection and generosity. We are all better people for having known him and have a tremendous task to live up to his standards. Thank you Papu for the memories. You will sorely be missed. Visitation will be held at the Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral H o m e, 6 4 L a ke s h o r e R o a d We s t , O a k v i l l e ( o n e bl o ck e a s t o f Ke r r, 905-844-2600) from 2-4 and 7-9 pm Friday. Funeral Mass 10:00 am Saturday January 24, 2009 at St. Andrew's Catholic Church, 47 Reynolds Street, Oakville. Interment St. Judes Cemetery. God bless! Obituary HERRON, Marlee Ellen Thressa (nee Groves)- Peacefully on Saturday, January 17th, 2009 in Oakville, Ontario in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late Lloyd Wilson Herron and Walter Munden Peddle. Loving mother of Paul Peddle (Richmond Hill), Bill Bradley (Kanata) and Rosemary Ferguson (Hillsburgh). Loving Nana of 18 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren, and 4 great great grandchildren. Winner of various awards and commendations for her volunteer involvement in Oakville, Marlee will be fondly remembered by her many friends and associates. Private family arrangements handled by Ward Funeral Home, Oakville (905) 844-3221. In Memoriam In loving memory of to place your Hugh Roser Nov. 19th, 1933 - Jan.17th, 2008 Gone but never forgotten, Forever in my heart, Your memory will live on forever. communitynotice call 905.337.5610 Your loving son, Mark Roser