35 | O akville B eaver | T hursday,July 29,2021 insidehalton.com CHALLSTROM, Kathleen ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Born August 20, 1935 in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. Predeceased by her husband Mel. Kathy passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family on Monday, July 19th. She is survived by her daughter Lynne (Henry), her son John and her three grandchildren: Lindsay (Rob), Jillian (Justin) and Ryan (Madi). DOWDLE, Barbara (nee Peddle) ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Passed away on Saturday, July 10, 2021 in Oakville. Barb was the treasured wife of Dave for over 59 years. She was the proud and devoted Mom of her two boys George and Clifford (Jill) and grand- mother of Cole (Kate), Britteny, Anita and Khloe, and great-grandmother of Aiden and James. Barb will be dearly missed by her brother Bryan Peddle and his wife Glenis. She is predeceased by her daughter-in-law Marlene (2017). A longtime resident of Oakville Barb will be remem- bered by many as the cafe- teria manager at T. A. Blakelock and G. E. Purdue High School, and also as a longtime member of TOPS Oakville. She enjoyed racing pigeons and was a renowned cookie maker. There will be a time of visitation at Oakview Funeral Home 56 Lakeshore Rd. W. in Oakville on Sunday, August 1 from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. Please note, Covid-19 restrictions are still in place. Barbara's cremated remains will be buried at St. John's Anglican Church yard in Ellerslie PEI at a later date. As an expression of sympathy donations in memory of Barb to the Arthritis Society would be appreciated. Online condolences may be offered at oakviewfuneral.ca SEYMOUR, James David (Dave) March 28, 1946 - July 20, 2021 ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear husband, father, and grandfather. After a brief battle with pancreatic cancer, Dave passed away at home with family by his side. He leaves behind his wife of 48 years, Barb (nee Allen) and daughters Sarah Seymour and Becky (Michael) Aston. Dave will be missed and lovingly remembered by his four grandchildren, Logan Sargeant, Noah Sargeant, Isaac Aston, and Claire Aston. Survived by his sister-in-law Judy Allen, brothers-in-law Jerry Allen and Jim Allen, and cousins Mary (Brian) Boden, Nancy Glover, Peter (Henke) Glover, Kedra (David) Sugg. Predeceased by his parents Harry and Jean (nee Dobrindt) Seymour, cousin Allan (Sue) Jones and Daryl (Stan) Czech, and son-in-law Grant Sargeant. Dave was a long-time employee of Petro Canada, retiring from their Toronto office. Dave was a life long sports enthusiast and an avid fan of the Toronto Blue Jays and Maple Leafs. He enjoyed attending Junior League hockey games all over south- ern Ontario with his sports buddy Ron Walmsley. One of his dreams was to visit every Major League baseball park in North America. In the past few years even his grandchildren were involved in this mission. But due to CoVid he was never able to realize his dream. Due to CoVid restrictions, pre- registration for visitation is required. Visitation will take place at the Vineland Chapel of Tallman Funeral Homes, 3277 King St. Vineland on Sunday, July 25 from 2-4 p.m. Please visit Dave's obituary page at tallmanfuneralhomes.ca to reg -ister. A service will be held, by invitation, at 11 a.m. on Monday, July 26 with interment at Mount Osborne Cemetery to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences at tallmanfuneralhomes.ca LAWSON, Janice Lyn ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Suddenly, on July 15,2021. Janice in her 59th year. Janice is survived by her daughter Kathleen, son Samuel, and father of the children James. Daughter of Merv Witherow and Ann Davidson. Sister of Brian (Kathy) and aunt of Laura and Sara. Cremation has taken place. To leave expressions of sympathy, or to make a donation to Sleeping Children Around the World in Janice's memory, please visit www.jonesfuneralhome.co SPERO, Maureen August 27, 1969 - July 14, 2021 ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Maureen, affectionately known as Moe to her family and friends, passed away unexpectedly on Lake Rousseau, near her cottage, in a place that brought her incredible peace and happiness. Born in Sarnia, daughter to Rosella Spero and Stephen Spero (deceased), she is survived by her children Heather, Lucas and Jackson Wiley. She will be missed by her sisters Laura Spero, Katherine Spero, Lynda Kiriakakos (husband Peter) and her twin sister Heather Angelo (husband Dustin). From the day her three beautiful babies were born, Moe was first and foremost a mother. She was a natural mom with her gentle spirit and calming demeanour. As the kids grew up, Moe participated in all their activities. She volunteered and coached both Luke and Jackson's basketball, flag football and soccer teams for a number of years (she notoriously had to YouTube soccer drills as she had NO idea what she was doing). She led Heather's Girl Scout troop and helped coach her elementary school's cross- country team. She never missed a hockey game of the boys or any regatta of Luke's no matter what city it was in. As the kids grew up, Moe was focused on being close to them at all times. Heather and Luke lived out of town and she would drop everything when they returned home for a weekend. She never missed the opportunity to cook and sit down to dinner with Jackson during his busy last year of high school. Her unconditional love shone bright and they in turn are three of the most loving and selfless young adults. Being a mom was pure joy to her. It was never a duty to Maureen, it was pure bliss and she had so much fun being a part of their lives in every aspect. A natural in sports, Moe did everything with passion and her characteristic enthusiasm and joy. She was a Provincial Champion in gymnastics, a Western University Varsity Basketball player and a two- time Ironwoman. She loved her time on the tennis courts and had just decided to get out on the golf course. But above all, she was the (self- proclaimed) family ping pong champ and would play for hours with her kids. With her compassion and gentle nature, Moe was an exceptional teacher and personal trainer. She just recently finished her diploma for Addictions Counseling and was intent on focusing her efforts on kids in distress and helping them with coping skills. Moe was charming, magnetic and could light up a room with her infectious smile and sense of humour. She was always up for some adventure/fun and was innately silly. She loved her music and would often start dancing wherever and whenever and within moments, her kids would fall into sync. Heather, Luke and Jackson were all too familiar with their Mom's (robotic) moves and spontaneity. Wherever she went, her positive spirit and energy drew people to her, while her thoughtfulness and caring nature kept her in their hearts forever. She had the quickest wit on earth and truly loved everyone in her life. Moe was a loyal friend who loved unconditionally. She was so beautiful inside and out. Maureen had the Grace of an Angel and will remain with us forever in spirit. She is peacefully reunited with her father, Stephen Spero, her friend Janet, and her beloved pooches, Bella, Gracie, and Molly. A private funeral service took place on Friday, July 23rd. The family will be hosting a Celebration of Life at a future date. In lieu of flowers, and on behalf of Heather, Luke and Jackson, donations to the Legacy of Hope Foundation (LHR), a national Indigenous charitable organization would be appreciated. The LHF supports the ongoing healing process of Residential School Survivors, and their families and seeks their input on projects that honour them. https://legacyofhope.ca/englis h/get-involved/donate/ Online condolences may be made at oakviewfuneral.ca. OBITUARIES | REMEMBERING THE LIVES OF THOSE IN OUR COMMUNITY And have you gone, forever gone and left us here to weep. Till we are called to follow you, and in the grave to sleep; yet since you could no longer stay to cheer us with your love, we hope to meet with you again in the bright world above.Always so good, unselfi sh and kind, none on this earth your equal I'll fi nd. Loving and kind in all your ways, upright and just to the end of your days. OBITUARIES