37 | This Week | Thursday, February 24,2022 durhamregion.com ARMSTRONG, Betty Ileen Jackman - Fogg September 7, 1930 - February 16, 2022 ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ It is with great sadness to announce the passing of our loving mother at Lakeridge Health - Bowmanville on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late Bev Fogg and the late James Armstrong. Dear mother of Judy MacLean (Derrick) and Janice Woodcock (Phil). Adored nana of Amanda Barrett (Adam) and Lindsey Woodcock (Frankie Thickett). Loving step-mother to Ken Armstrong (Tammy), Penny Micks (Bob) and Rob Armstrong (Kristine). Loved step-grandmother to 10 grandchildren and 23 great- grandchildren. Predeceased by siblings, Raymond, Lena, Florence, Cecil, Ford, Arvilla and Doris. Will be deeply missed by her nieces and nephews and all who knew and loved her. Private interment at Bowmanville Cemetery. As per the wishes of the family, there will be no visitation or funeral service at this time. A Celebration of Life for Betty will be held at a later date. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Morris Funeral Chapel, Bowmanville. Online condolences may be placed at www.morrisfuneralchapel.ca. BANTING, Evelyn (Lyn) ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Evelyn (Lyn) Banting died peacefully at her Centennial Place home in Millbrook, Ontario, at the age of ninety- eight years, following a long struggle with Alzheimer's disease. She was pre- deceased by her husband Elmer Thomas Banting and her brother John F. Rhind. She is mourned by the Banting family, including Keith and Marilyn, Gerald and Ruth, Gregory and Dawn, Roger and Michelle, along with eight grandchildren, and six great- grandchildren. Evelyn was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, the proud daughter and granddaughter of the Rhind family of memorial sculptors and the Todd family of fine art craftsmen. During World War II, she was literally swept off the dance floor by a dashing RCAF pilot, Elmer Banting, and her feet didn't stop moving again until they landed in the middle of the Saskatchewan prairie. It must have been an incredible culture shock, but she would learn and adapt quickly. That became the pattern of her life. In time, she would be as comfortable in the end zone at a football game as she would be attending the symphony. Evelyn was a superb supporter and confidante to her husband throughout the years as he developed his nursery business and then went on to work in Ottawa for the food industry. Always a very bright and dignified woman, Evelyn read voraciously and was a conscientious and principled example to her sons. A mere look of disappointment was usually enough to discipline any of them. Evelyn and Elmer were enthusiastic supporters of Trinity United Church in Bowmanville and Woodroffe United in Ottawa. She loved singing in the choir for both congregations, but, as was her nature, she didn't believe she was very good. Always a generous person who liked to help, for many years she was a volunteer in support of the Ottawa Handicapped Association. She also appreciated time spent at the family cottage on the Ottawa River, and any opportunity to share in the lives of her grand- children. Family members are grateful for the love and professional care afforded her by the staff of Seasons Clarington Retirement home, Centennial Place in Millbrook, and the Bowmanville Hospital. For those wishing to make a donation, the family would be grateful for any support of the Durham chapter of the Alzheimer's Association or the Bowmanville Hospital Foundation. Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Lyn's life will be held in spring 2022. Arrangements entrusted to NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME, 53 Division Street North Bowmanville. Online condolences may be made at www.northcuttelliott.com CATERINA, Giuseppina ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Peacefully at Lakeridge Health - Oshawa on Monday, February 14th, at 97 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Francesco. Loving mother of John and his wife Susan, Dino and Melissa, Tony and his wife Sylvie, Grace Marie and her husband Michael MacDonald and the late Grace. Cherished Nonna of Michael, Nicholas, Adrian, Craig, Joel and the late Sarah and Danielle. Dear sister of Mike, Nick and Caroline. Lovingly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Visitation was held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West, (905-721-1234) on Monday, February 21st from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial was held at ST. GREGORY THE GREAT CATHOLIC CHURCH, (214 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa) on Tuesday, February 22nd, at 10:00 a.m. Entombment followed at Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial donations to Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation or SickKids Foundation would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com SUURD, Jurjen Harm Georges ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of George Suurd, of Oshawa, on Tuesday, February 14, 2022 at the age of 73. He will be forever loved and missed by his Partner Linda. Cherished Father to Matthew (Amber) and Jonathan (Mallory). Adored Grandfather of James, Josh, Madilyn, and Geoffrey. Will be remembered by his surviving siblings Marg, Jackie and Albert and has been reunited with his brothers Raymond and Mark, brothers in law John and Arend. George loved spending time outdoors, fishing and appreciating the simplest beauties in life. He had a generous soul, and he cherished spending time with his family. George was a hard worker and he never gave up trying to catch the big one. He was devoted to his family, was warm and welcoming to everyone he met, and always had a good story to share. A memorial service for Jurjen will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Friday, February 25 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. To attend the memorial service please sign up using the following link: https://signup.com/go/cMNbx Vs. In Lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Salvation Army or the Alzheimer Society would greatly be appreciated. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at oshawafuneralhome.com for the Suurd family. LEIGHTON, Debra Irene ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ (Long time government employee of the Ministry of Labour) Peacefully at The Wynfield Long Term Care in Oshawa on Friday, February 18, 2022, at the age of 66. Loving daughter of the late Leslie and Stephanine Leighton. Dear sister of John Leighton (Debbie) and Lynn Leighton. Caring aunt of Nicholas Leighton. Relatives and friends are invited to attend at McINTOSH- ANDERSON-KELLAM FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433- 5558) on Friday February 25th, 2022, from 12 pm until time of service at 1 pm. Please be advised that all attendees must be fully vaccinated and provide proof of vaccination upon arrival. Donations in memory of Debra to Kidney Foundation of Canada would be appreciated. A special thank you to all the staff at The Wynfield for their care and compassion during Debra's stay. Online condolences can be shared at makfuneralhome.com. LONGLADE, Joseph ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ He lived life his own way. A General Motors retiree of 41 years. Loved by many and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Rest in peace. OBITUARIES | REMEMBERING THE LIVES OF THOSE IN OUR COMMUNITY Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there, I do not sleep, I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glint on snow, I am the sunlight on ripened grain, I am the gentle autumn's rain. When you awaken in the morning hush, I am the swift uplifting rush, of quiet birds in circled flight, I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there, I did not die. A sweet little flower, nipped in the bud, no grief or sorrow knew; just came to earth to win our love and then to Heaven withdrew. No stain was on your little heart, sin had not entered there; and innocence slept sweetly on that pale white brow so fair. The rolling stream of life rolls on. But still the vacant chair recalls the love, the voice, the smile of the one who once sat there. 1-800-263-6480 classifieds@metroland.comCLASSIFIEDS OBITUARIES | ANNOUNCEMENTS | JOBS | MARKETPLACE