23 durhamregion.com This Week | Thursday, February 17 ,2022 | BURGESS, Mary ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 8, 2022, after celebrating her 100th birthday. Beloved wife of the late Douglas Burgess. Devoted mother of Robert Burgess (Winifred d. 2012) and Betty Moore. Beloved grandma to Michael (Tanya), Scott (Soula), Angie (Graham) and Glenn. Cherished great- grandmother to Alana, John, Alexander, Jordan, Justin, Simone, Shelby and Breanne. Mary is predeceased by her parents Roman and Tekla Hnatiuk and her siblings; Mike, Stella, Walter, Peter, Joseph and Steve. Mary was an inspiration to so many of her friends and extended family in Ontario and Winnipeg. She will live in our joyous memories forever. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. John the Evangelist, 903 Giffard Street, Whitby on Tuesday, February 15th 2022. Interment at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul and condolences may be expressed online at wctownfuneralchapel.com BARRETT, James Anthony ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ With saddened hearts we announce the passing of our loving husband and father James Anthony Barrett after a brief illness from cancer complications. James (Jim) is survived by his devoted wife Esther and his three children Mary, (Dave), Lisa, James (Christine). He will be sadly missed by his grandchildren Kevin (Chris), Brian, Peter, Evie, Samantha, Jenna, Leah, and Mya. Seamus, he will be remembered by his sister Maura, his many nieces and nephews and other special family members in Ireland, Canada, and Mexico, specifically Michael, Dympna, Jeanette and sister-in-law Lupita. Jim immigrated to Canada from Cork Ireland in 1958 at the age of 17. He had a successful career in produce with Oshawa Group Limited, supplier to local IGA grocery stores where he easily built many friendships. After a brief attempt at retirement Jim joined the produce department at the Stevenson Road Superstore, Oshawa. When he finally retired to jobs around the house and taking care of his family. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday, February 22nd, 2022 at St. Gertrudes Parish, 690 King St. E. Oshawa at 11 a.m. with an Interment to follow at Mount Lawn Cemetery. To attend the Funeral Mass at St. Gertrudes Parish please call Mount Lawn Funeral Home at (905) 443-3376 and provide your contact tracing information. In lieu of flowers, donation to the Cancer Care department at Lakeridge Health would be appreciated. JOHNSON, Jason ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ With great sadness, we announce the unexpected passing of Jason Cameron Johnson, 59. Jason passed away in the early hours on February 6, 2022 at his New Brunswick home. Jason was born in Bowmanville on April 22, 1962. Loving and devoted husband of Annie (nee Wright), sharing 36 years together. Devoted father of Jesse Couture (Chris) and Casey Johnson - Dunlop (Bruce). Jason will be lovingly remembered by his three grandchildren who he thought the world of, Clare, Sienna and Evelyn Dunlop. Dear brother of Robert Johnson and Max Johnson. He is predeceased by his parents, Bob and Theresa Johnson, and brothers, Bernard Johnson and John Johnson. Jason will be deeply missed by his many nieces, nephews and great- nieces and nephews. Jason was a Veteran, proudly serving in the Canadian Armed forces for 33 years before retiring as a Master Warrant Officer in 2013. Along with many of his accomplishments in the military, his career took Jason all over Canada, Europe and a UN tour in Haiti. Jason will be remembered for his high-spirited nature, sense of humour and all around love for life. Jason was known as the life of the party and telling it how it is. A service was held on February 12th, 2022 at the Oromocto Funeral Home in New Brunswick. MARCOUX, Thomas Louis "Lou" Joseph Patrick ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family, at his residence, on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, Thomas Louis "Lou" Joseph Patrick Marcoux, of Grand Bend formerly of Oshawa and Ottawa, passed away at age 83. Beloved husband of Sharon Violet (Lee) Marcoux. Loved father and father-in-law of Lee Marcoux and Karen Marcoux both of Grand Bend and Michelle and Bill Schuneman of Plymouth, MN. Cherished grandfather of Jasmin, Andrew, Logan and Claire. Dear brother of Claudie Sawyer of Gore's Landing. Remembered by his nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by his father Thomas Marcoux and his mother Germaine (Fortier) Marcoux. Survived by KirinVI. Lou was a civil servant with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Lou's love of the water sparked his life long adventures of wind surfing, scuba diving and sailing. He was a compassionate, kind soul and was like a father to all, and a warrior of freedom. A Celebration of Life and in spirit of his love of music "LouFest" will be held at a later date, time and location to be announced. Thank you to T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood. Condolences at loufest2022@gmail.com ROBERTSON, Raymond "Ray" ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ As he wished, Ray passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home, in his 81st year. Married to Libby (Elizabeth) Robertson of 36 years and predeceased by wife Dorene Robertson of 20 years. Father to Jo Anne Baker, John Patterson, Martin Robertson and Aron Patterson. Grandfather to Tyler Rae, Garrick, Mackenzie (Mac), Grace and Cooper. Surrogate Grandfather to many. Coach of Willowdale Park boys fastball team for over 10 years. Drummer and Drum Major to many pipe/bugle and drum corps throughout his life. The family will receive friends for visitation and service by reservation. Please call the funeral home to reserve your attendance at 905-443-3376. Visitation will be held at the MOUNT LAWN FUNERAL HOME & CEMETERY, 21 Garrard Rd., Whitby 905-443- 3376 on Monday, February 14, 2022 from 2 - 4 p.m. and 6 - 8 p.m. for registered guests. Visitation times will be held in 30-minute intervals. A small funeral will be held for family. A Celebration of Life ceremony will be held later this year for all to attend. If desired memorial donations, in memory of Ray, may be made to Heart & Stroke Foundation and Canadian Cancer Society. PLUISTER, Patricia (nee Duivesteyn) ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Passed away peacefully at her home, to be home with her Lord and Saviour, on Friday, February 11, 2022 at the age of 73. Beloved wife of the late John Pluister. Loving mother of her daughter Janette and her fiance Geoff Campbell, and her son John. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Emma, Abigail, Owen and Claire. Dear sister of Tony and his wife Margaret, Kryn and his wife Anne, Herman and his wife Susan, Adrie and her husband the late Wytze Vanderley, Erkie and her husband Jack DeVos, Nellie and her husband Ben Hooyer, Ann and her husband Neil Van Staveren, Elizabeth and her husband the late Ike Raaphorst, Trudy and her husband John Van Staveren, and Joanne and her husband Bill Jepma. Pat will be dearly remembered by her sisters and brothers-in-law, many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. A Memorial Service will be held at King Street Community Church, 611 King. St. W. Oshawa on Saturday, February 19th at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to Lakeridge Health -Cancer Care Centre would be appreciated. OBITUARIES | REMEMBERING THE LIVES OF THOSE IN OUR COMMUNITY We are sad within our memory, lonely are our hearts today; for the one we loved so dearly has forever been called away. We think of you in silence, no eye may see us weep; but many silent tears are shed when others are asleep. 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. Heavy are our hearts today, memory brings you back once more, to the time when you were with us, to the happy days of yore.