39 | Thursday, October 29, 2015 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insidehalton.com l Obituaries GREGORY, Ursula Ursula Gregory (née von Cube) left this life on October 21, 2015, in her 61st year while in the wonderful care of Bethell House in Inglewood, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was a great lover of all things furry. She was forever crafting something, sometimes with a sewing machine, sometimes with a table saw and sometimes in the kitchen. Always the bright light in a room, her quick wit and enthusiasm for all things fun will be sorely missed by all, especially the staff and clientele at Burlington Physiotherapy where she worked for 10 years as the office manager. Lovingly remembered by former spouse Steve, sisters Marianne and Goodie (Bruce), nephews Judd and Cody (Susi), nieces Nicole (Scott) and Dayna, as well as three grand-nieces. In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. A Celebration of Life service will be held Wednesday, December 16 at 4 p.m. at Nassagaweya Presbyterian Church, 3097 15 Side Road Campbellville, ON. Online condolences may be made at www.oakviewfuneral.ca. l Obituaries l Obituaries l Obituaries Irwin, Thomas Douglas "Doug" March 7, 1949 - October 21, 2015 Son of the late Harry and Gladys Irwin. It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Doug Irwin, beloved husband (27 years) of Elizabeth "Liz" Cook. Cherished father of Michael Irwin (Marianne). Loving brother to Dale Irwin. Proud Poppa of Shelby McIlwraith and Tyler Cook. Fondly remembered by Jennifer, John McIlwraith, Jeff (Sharon Cook), Al (Rose Proulx), Ken (Teresa Proulx), Marie (Jim Emery). He will be sadly missed by numerous friends. Doug was a teacher with the Halton Board of Education for over 30 years and also operated a landscaping company in Oakville which brought him much joy. At Doug's request, a private family service was held at Kopriva Taylor followed by cremation. A celebration of Doug's life will be held at a date to be announced. Memorial donations to Ian Anderson House Oakville would be appreciated. A special thank you to Doctor Annis, Doctor Lynne Benjamin and the exceptional caring staff and volunteers of Ian Anderson House. For date and time of future Celebration of Life for Doug, please email to doug.life.celebration@gmail.com. Condolences through www.koprivataylor.com MUNROE, Phyllis McKay (nee Anderson) Phyllis was welcomed into the open arms of her Lord on Thursday, October 22, 2015 at Burloak Long Term Care in her 95th year. Born in Winnipeg in 1921 and married the late Don Munroe in Winnipeg in 1946. Later moves took them to Oliver, B.C., Vancouver, Winnipeg, Windsor, Edmonton and Oakville. Phyllis loved her Lord, her family and music. She was active throughout the year in the various Baptist churches they attended and in later years with the Oakville Seniors' Harmonichords. Dear mother of Janet and her husband Douglas Carnall, Ray and his wife Linda. Loved grandmother of Alexander, William, Carrie-Lynn (Rob Stanfield) and Andrea (Josh Laver). And greatgrandmother of Gabriel and Luke Stanfield and Mia and Annaliese Laver. Visitation will be held at Central Baptist Church, 340 Rebecca Street, Oakville from 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 1, 2015 with a celebration of life service at 3:30 p.m. in the sanctuary. Reception to follow in the church hall. Private family interment at Trafalgar Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Sharing Way, the faith-based charitable organization of your choice or to Ian Anderson House. Condolences through www.koprivataylor.com l Obituaries GROPPINI, Anna Agnes Peacefully at home on October 25, 2015 surrounded by her family at the age of 86. Beloved wife for 52 years of Guido. Loving mother of Rick (Sherian) and Danny. Cherished Nonna of Sabrina and Daniel. Remembered by her siblings Flora Azzuolo and Dominic Azzuolo. She will be missed by many friends. Visitation will be held at GLEN OAKS FUNERAL HOME, 3164 Ninth Line, Oakville (403/Dundas) on Thursday, October 29, 2015 from 2 4 pm and 7 - 9 pm where a funeral service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, October 30, 2015 at 11am. In lieu of flowers, donations to Oakville Trafalgar Hospital Foundation would be appreciated. Online Condolences may be left at www.glenoaks.ca HISTED, Allan Frank July 3, 1924 - October 19, 2015 Allan passed away peacefully with his loving wife of 54 years, Joyce, at his side. A devoted and loving father and grandfather, he is also survived by his two sons, Christopher (Nancy) and Jeffrey (Beth) and granddaughters Rebecca, Sarah, Juliet and Margot. Allan grew up in the Beaches neighbourhood in Toronto, the adopted son of Edgar and Nellie Histed. During the Second World War, he served his country in the Royal Canadian Navy aboard the HMCS Barrie in the North Atlantic. Stationed in Halifax NS, he returned to Toronto following the war. Soon after, he began a 36-year career at Air Canada that would eventually see him relocated to Montreal, QC where he lived with his family through the 70s and early 80s. He loved the airline and served it proudly receiving the Air Canada Award of Excellence for his many outstanding contributions in supervisory and management roles. He forged cherished, lifelong friendships at Air Canada remaining active in the airline's community following retirement through his work with Air Canada Pionairs. After retiring from Air Canada, he returned to Ontario settling in Oakville continuing to work and volunteer. Allan believed in community and worked tirelessly to serve his community as a Rotarian (Oakville-Trafalgar chapter), as an active member of his local church, St. Jude's Anglican, and as a volunteer at Oakville-Trafalgar Hospital. He combined both his airline experience and community service in his work for "Dreams Take Flight", a program giving underprivileged children or those fighting illness, the trip of a lifetime to Orlando's Disney World. He has been recognized as both Rotarian of the Year and as a Paul Harris Fellow for his work in Rotary. He was also a founding member of the Probus Club of Oakville. He will be fondly remembered for his loving spirit, kindness, humility, service to others and immense sense of humour. The Histed family thanks the dedicated staff at the Post Inn for their exceptional caregiving and support to Allan and each of us over these past years. Visitation Friday, October 30th 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at Glen Oaks Funeral Home & Cemetery, 3164 Ninth Line, Oakville, Ontario L6H 7A8. A Celebration of Allan's Life will be held October 31st 11:00 a.m. at St. Jude's Anglican Church, 160 William Street Oakville, Ontario L6J 1C5. In lieu of flowers, donations to either the Rotary Club of Oakville or St. Jude's Anglican Church would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences at www.glenoaks.ca GUIRY, Julia Ann (Minigan) on October 21, 2015, in her 53rd year, while battling complications after successful brain surgery. Predeceased by her devoted husband Paul Minigan and loving mother of Jordan and Nicholas. Dear sister of Chris (Sandy), Neil (deceased) (Pat), Steve (Karen) and Sheila (Gary). Beloved daughter-in-law of Shirley (Madden) and Charlie Haines. Cherished sister-in-law of Lyn (Bud, deceased), Nick (Barb), Sheryl (Bob), Penny (Mark), Kathy and David. Julia Ann will also be sadly missed by many nieces and nephews, relatives, friends, and co-workers. To celebrate Julia Ann's life and 53rd birthday, a gathering was held on Wednesday, October 28, 2015 from 4-6:30 p.m. at the Polish National Union of Canada, 2316 Fairview Street, Burlington, Ontario. In lieu of flowers, donations to an Education Fund for Jordan and Nicholas would be greatly appreciated. Contributions can be made directly to TD Canada Trust, transit #239-6451966, via https://www.gofundme.com/NJFresh Start, or at Julia Ann's Celebration of Life. SCHOOLING, Dr. David George February 12, 1939 - October 26, 2015 With heavy hearts, the family announces the death of David after a valiant battle with cancer. He died peacefully with his family by his side. David leaves his wife of 51 years, Pat, sons Richard (Jacqueline) and Graham (Katie), daughter Jennie (Kelly), and six grandchildren, Stephanie, Nathan, Madeline, Colin, Jillian and Gavin, all of whom he greatly loved. Born in Bognor Regis, England, David came to Canada with his young family soon after finishing medical school. After a brief stay in Toronto, he came to Oakville where he practiced as a respected family physician for over 40 years and as a Halton Coroner. Two of David's greatest interests were the pursuit of knowledge and experience of the outdoors. He achieved these through voracious reading, travel and especially his beloved cottage on Baptiste Lake. We will miss his guidance, intelligence and most of all his compassion for family, patients and friends. Cremation has taken place and there will be a celebration of his life at St. Jude's Anglican Church, 160 William Street, Oakville on Saturday, November 14th at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to either Princess Margaret Hospital or the Hospital for Sick Children would be appreciated. Condolences through www.koprivataylor.com Honour the memory of a LOVED ONE... Place an In Memoriam in the classifieds. 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