23 · Wednesday, March 28, 2012 OAKVILLE BEAVER · www.oakvillebeaver.com l Obituaries SMITH, Janet Elliott (Smith-Main) Born and raised in Verdun, Quebec, graduated from Concordia University in Montreal and it is with sad heart and cherished memories that we now say good bye to Janet. Devoted wife to John and their two sons Matthew and Ryan. Caring daughter to Bette and Charlie, and dear sister to Blair (Paula). Janet will be missed by many colleagues and friends whose lives she has touched forever. A Celebration of Janet's Life will be held on Saturday, March 31st, 2012 at the WARD FUNERAL HOME, 109 Reynolds Street, Oakville at 2:30pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Breast Cancer Foundation of Canada are appreciated. Please visit Janet's Book of Memories at www.wardfuneralhome.com l Obituaries l Obituaries l Obituaries l Obituaries community notices Carriers W/ ante d Milestones l Lifetimes IS CALLING YOU! We are currently hiring Carriers to deliver on Wed, Thurs, and Fri. Earn money and win cool prizes, all while delivering North America's #1 community newspaper! The following streets are available now: S c o t t s c r a i g , C o b b l e r L n , G r e e n b r i a r, Stonecutter, Fairmeadow, Liptay, Glencairn, Mariposa, Carm, Hillmount, Osborne, Ballantry, Harmsworth Sq, Margot, Munn's, Sixth Ln, Rideau, Longridge, Genesee, Grandeur, Riverside, Pinehurst, Elton Pk, Kingswood, Wilson, Bartos, Tecumseh, Tweedsdale, Selkirk, Wolfdale, Westminster Call us to find out if your street is available even if it's not listed above! SCHABAUER, Fritz Anton, P.Eng Peacefully passed away on March 22, 2012 surrounded by family in his 81st year. Predeceased by his wife Selma, mother Angela, father Friedrich and brother Horst. A gentle and loving father to Evelyn (Alan), Violanta (Michael), Ruth (deceased 2010), Roy (Shelly), Peter ( Ly n n ) a n d M a d e l i n e ( d e c e a s e d 1962). Proud Opa to 14 grandchildren, Tanya (James), Niki, Roberta, Kristina, Angela, Katelyn, Garrett, Drew, Kimberly, Sany, Alex, Cynthia, Allyson, Camryn and 4 great-grandchildren Rian, Karlye, Jayme, Sophia, all of whom enriched Opa's life immeasurably with their own special talents, interests, and endearing personalities. Will be lovingly remembered by his brother Reinhard, nephews and cousins (Austria), his children's mother Elfriede (Lothar), and many friends at Vistamere and abroad. A special thank you to his loving companion Geral (Geraldine) who provided much joy in his later years. Educated in Austria and immigrated to Canada, then transferred to the USA and back to Oakville ON, where he retired after a 40 year career in Mechanical Engineering with (former) Aerofall Mills, Mississauga and Polysius, Georgia USA. During his career and in retirement he travelled to many parts of the world. Gardening was his passion. As per his wishes, a private cremation has already taken place. Interment and Celebration of Life to be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory to Ian Anderson House, Oakville or charity of your choice. YOUR SMILE WILL BE REMEMBERED BY ALL FIRMAN, Sylvia Maria (nee Presnick) It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Sylvia on Saturday M a r c h 2 4 , 2 0 1 2 a t t h e I . O . O . F. Seniors' Home in Barrie, in her 85th year. She immigrated to Canada from Poland with her parents, Samuel and Julie Presnick, at the age of 2. After growing up in Toronto, Sylvia moved to Oakville with her husband Victor in 1955. Together, with his parents Mary and Morris Batuik, they owned and operated the B & M Snack Bar on Kerr St. This later became Vic's Variety. Sylvia and Mary also owned and operated a fabric and wool shop, just down the street from Vic's Variety. Sylvia and Vic retired and moved to Orillia in the 80's where they built their retirement home. This moved them closer to their daughters, Kris and Carol, who were living in Barrie. She will be greatly missed by her daughter Kris Thompson, and by her granddaughter Rebecca Green. Friends m a y c a l l a t t h e WA R D F U N E R A L HOME, 109 Reynolds St, Oakville, on Friday from 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service in the Chapel on Saturday March 31, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Trafalgar Lawn Cemetery. Donations to C.O.P.E. Service Dogs, P.O. Box 20035, Barrie, L4M 6E9, Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Condolences may be forwarded through www.wardfuneralhome.com or www.steckleygooderham.com LESLIE, Dr. Douglas March 22, 2012 With great sadness, the family of Dr. Douglas Leslie announces the passing of a loving and gentle husband, father, granddad, and brother. Douglas passed away peacefully with family by his side, his presence having left the world a better place. A compassionate doctor and accomplished artist, collector, skier and sailor, D o u g L e s l i e w a s a t r u e s c h o l a r, a n e n c y c l o p e d i a o f k n o w l e d g e , his conversations interesting and individualized with each of his 18 grandchildren and patients, alike. Doug's resilience, thirst for knowledge, quiet courage and his commitments to his family and to medicine were demonstrated throughout his life. Educated in Scotland, Doug immigrated to Canada, opening a family practice from his Oakville residence in 1957, serving as Chief of Staff at The Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital for several years. Until his retirement in 2005, the 'good doctor' continued to make house calls and to prioritize his patients' welfare over his own. Cherishing memories are wife, Joan, his sons, stepsons and daughters, their spouses and eighteen wonderful grandchildren, all of whom enriched Granddad's life immeasurably with their own special talents, interests, stories and endearing personalities. Lovingly remembered by his sister, Moira (Scotland); Douglas was predeceased by his first wife and treasured mother of his children, Minnie, and by his brother, David. Visitation was held at the Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Road West, (one block east of Kerr, 905-844-2600), Oakville from 7-9 pm Monday. A Service to Celebrate Doug's Life was held at 1:30 pm Tuesday March 27, 2012 at Knox Presbyterian Church, 89 Dunn Street, Oakville. For those who wish, memorial contributions to the Parkinson's Society of Canada would be appreciated. Email condolences may be made through www.koprivataylor.com CHISHOLM, Duncan Passed away on March 23, 2012 at Ian Anderson House. Born March 18, 1942 in Glenelg, Scotland. Beloved husband of Shena for 45 years. Brother of Alister and Ian (Deceased) and Nan. Loving father of Stuart, James (Amy) and Iain (Lori). Grandfather of Samantha, Gregory, Scott and Norah. Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday March 28, 2012 at 3:30 p.m. at Knox Presbyterian Church, 89 Dunn Street, Oakville, 905-844-3472. Cremation has taken place. No flowers please; if desired, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. www.oakviewfuneral.ca BUTTERWORTH, Jean Patricia (nee Binnie) It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Jean in her 98th year on Wednesday March 21, 2012 at the Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. Predeceased by her beloved husband Fred and her sons Brian and Bruce. She will be lovingly remembered by daughterin-law Helen and grandchildren David (Julie), Lori (John) and Paul (Carole). Cherished greatgrandmother of Shannon, Jade, Sarah, Julia, Hanna and Sam. Born in Toronto on July 4, 1914 she was a long time resident of Oakville. Jean was an exceptional lady who enriched the lives of those who knew her with her generosity and positive outlook on life. A celebration of Jean's life will be held on Monday April 2, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at the WARD FUNERAL HOME, 109 Reynolds Street, Oakville (905-844-3221). In memoriam, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Circulation 905-845-9742 The Oakville Beaver would like to express sincere and heart-felt condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. To book your Lifenews ad call or email classified@haltonsearch.com 905.632.4440 Cars, bikes, RVs, auto repair services, boats, electronics, pet supplies, antiques, collectibles, home furnishings, jewelry, sporting goods, musical instruments, personal services, real estate, travel packages, employment and business opportunities, personals, public notices and much more ... Pick up your copy today. 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