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35 | O akville B eaver | T hursday,A pril 15,2021 insidehalton.com CARNOVALE, Ralph (Raffaele) April 25, 1952 Calabria, Italy - March 31, 2021 Oakville, Ontario ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Suddenly on March 31st, 2021, Ralph left his beloved wife of 46 years Lesley (nee Ramsay), much loved daughters Michelle (Michael), and Gillian. He was the adored Nonno to Marcus and Makayla, whom he adored in return. Other family members missing him include his sister Sina (Dana d: 2020), brother Nick (Robin), sister-in-law Sue (Gord), father and mother-in- law James and Isobel, remembered by nieces, nephews and extended family. His friends, both life-long and new, are saddened by this loss. Ralph is predeceased by his father Antonio (Tony) (2015) and mother Angela (2019). Having survived brain surgery in 1985 and heart surgery in 2000, he showed us what it meant to survive against the odds, something his daughters carry with them daily. Ralph enjoyed sharing his Italian roots with family and friends. No one made a better baked rigatoni than he did. He was an incredibly hard worker who was respected by his colleagues at Workers Safety and Insurance Bureau, CUPE (Ont Division), Ontario Liquor Board Employees Union, and his clients while advocating for them as a paralegal but his family always came first. Kinsman and Lions Service Clubs, residents association, PTA, Italian Walk of Fame, madd, and numerous years of Santa portrayal for the community, Girl Guides, and family and friends were ways Ralph gave back to his community. Supporting Sick Kids Hospital became a priority to Ralph when his granddaughter entered the care of their Cardiology Dept. Even the simple act of tossing many coins into the atrium fountain with Marcus during Makayla's appointments were special to him. In a final act of giving, Ralph was an organ and tissue donor who has helped over 75 people to date. An act of kindness or donation to Sick Kids Hospital (Cardiac Program) would be a wonderful remembrance of Ralph's life. Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements were entrusted to Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, Oakville. Online condolences can be left at koprivataylor.com BRECKON, Ronald Gordon ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ It is with great sadness that the family of Ronald Gordon Breckon announce his passing at Joseph Brant Hospital on April 10, 2021 at the age of 75. Ron leaves behind his wife of 51 years, Brenda (nee Woods), his three children, Michael (Tammy), Andrew and Jennifer (Carlos) as well as his grandchildren: Mackenzie, Cooper, Spencer, Avielle, Ethan, Bailey, Isla and Emma. He also leaves behind his two sisters, Brenda and Bev and his many nieces and nephews. He will rejoin his parents, George and Frances in the gardens of heaven. Ron grew up at Spruce Lane Farm in Bronte. He was a member of the Hamilton gun club. As an avid gardener, he loved to share his produce with friends and family. If Ron wasn't gardening you could find him fishing or watching sports. Ron worked for 30 years with the Town of Oakville. He then went back to his love of being on the farm and worked for Andrew's Scenic Acres for many years to follow. The most kind, caring and generous man to all, he was truly loved and will forever be missed. A celebration of life will be held post covid. In leu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. FORD, Patricia April 1, 1936 - April 10, 2021 ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, Patricia Joan Ford, on April 10, 2021. Beloved wife for 55 years of the late Bruce Ford (2012). Dear mother of Debbie Annett (Randy), Karen Martin (Glenn) and Susan. Loving Nanny of Christopher (Supatra), Cory (Ashley), Heather (Gary), Amanda (Jason), Lindsay (Nick), Michelle and the late Samantha. Great-nanny of Emma, Isla, Torr, Chase and Elsie. Daughter of the late William and Gladys Nelmes. Dear sister of the late Leo, Winnie, Bill, Rita and Jerry. Both Bruce and Pat were born and raised in N.D.G., Quebec and later moved their family to Oakville in 1977. Children were always near and dear to Mum's heart and she enjoyed knitting outfits for preemie babies. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Cremation has taken place with a celebration of life to follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to Diabetes Canada or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Online condolences may be left at oakviewfuneral.ca. POUGNET, Catherine Anne (Harrington) June 17, 1960 - April 3, 2021 ------------------ It is with extreme sadness that we announce the passing of Anne on Saturday, April 03, 2021, at the age of 60. Loving daughter of Neal and Patricia Harrington of Burlington, Ontario. Dear sister to Karen Harrington of Chicago Illinois and Mike Harrington (Gail) of Orillia, Ontario. Anne will be dearly missed by her nieces and nephews, Nichole Howes (Ian), Lindsay Harrington (Kyle), Blair Elder and Justin Harrington. Anne will also be missed by her friends and colleagues at Good Life Fitness. Their friendship and support of Anne during this trying time is greatly appreciated. As cremation has already occurred, a celebration of life with friends and family will be held at a later date when once again permitted. SARGENT, Doris Marie ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Our beloved wife and mother, Doris Marie Sargent (nee Spence, formerly Wylie), aged 72 years and 6 months, passed away peacefully on Thursday April 1, 2021 at 09:33 hours at Milton District Hospital, Complex Transitional Care floor. Surrounded by her beloved husband Mark, her sister Deb Keany, daughter Elizabeth and her fiance Andre. She also leaves behind brothers Larry (and wife Barb), brother Lenard (and wife Sylvie). Predeceased by sister Donna Smith (nee Spence) she is also and an aunt and great-aunt to many nieces and nephews. With great thanks and appreciation to the many nurses and doctors of the CTC and hospital proper - the best hospital staff in Ontario, hands down. A celebration of her life will be held in the near future. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Thank you. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.earlylfuneralhome.com OBITUARIES | REMEMBERING THE LIVES OF THOSE IN OUR COMMUNITY A loving person, so gentle and kind; what a wonderful memory you left behind. Long days, long nights, you bore your pain. To wait for a cure, but all in vain. Till God Himself knew what was best. He took you home and gave you rest. 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. Gone is the face we loved so dear, silent is the voice we loved to hear; too far away for sight or speech, but not too far for thought to reach, sweet to remember you who once was here, and who, though absent, is just as dear. A wonderful person, friend and aide, one who was better God never made; a wonderful worker, so loyal and true, one in a million - that person was you. 1-800-263-6480 classifieds@metroland.comCLASSIFIEDS OBITUARIES | ANNOUNCEMENTS | JOBS | MARKETPLACE OBITUARIES