durahregion.com This Week Thursday, April 21, 2022 | 28 BALL, Todd ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Passed away suddenly on April 14, 2022 at the age of 61 years. Beloved son of Carol VanHemmen and Gerald Ball. Dear brother of Stacy Nicholls (Paul), Susan Gillingham and the late Kathy. Loving uncle to Ryan (Leah) and Cole. Todd is now reunited with his beloved black lab, Sunday. A Memorial Service was held at NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME, 53 Division St. N., Bowmanville on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at 1 p.m. Memorial Donations may be made to Durham Region Humane Society. Online condolences may be left at www.northcuttelliott.com BROMELL, Jennifer ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Jennifer Bromell went peacefully home to be with her Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ on April 10, 2022, at Lakeridge Health, with her family by her side. She was 52 years old and has gone to her eternal home. Dearly beloved wife of Stephen for 32 years. Loving mother of five beautiful kids: Zakary, Stewart, Joshua, Sarah and Emily. Loving daughter of Jean Stevens and her late father Len Stevens, dear sister to Jeanine and Julie. Beloved daughter-in-law of Margaret and late father-in- law Gerry. Beloved sister-in- law to Kim, Craig, David, Glen, Kathy and Dave. Jennifer is fondly remembered by nieces and nephews, families and friends and the hundreds, if not thousands, of other lives she's touched through her hard-working generosity and glowing positivity. Jennifer spent her life serving the Lord both inside the church and supporting ministries world- wide. Devoting herself to children's ministries and fellowship at Calvary Baptist, Community Baptist and Grace Missionary Church where both her and her husband Stephen got baptised. Starting at a young age Jennifer had a servant's heart, always putting people before herself and helping those around her in any way she could. She taught her children and people around how to love and respect people from all different walks of life through her support work. She will be dearly missed by all the lives she's touched. A Funeral Service was held at the Calvary Baptist Church in Oshawa on Thursday April 21st at 11am. Interment followed at Oshawa Union Cemetery. Memorial donations are appreciated to the Calvary Baptist Church. To place online condolences, please visit www.armstrongfh.ca. DUFFY, Douglas Wilford June 1, 1956, to April 9, 2022 ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Doug passed away suddenly, but peacefully of natural causes at home at the age of 65 surrounded by his loving family. He will forever be missed by his devoted, loving wife, Vera and his children, Michael (Kristin) and Lindsay (Kyle). He was a cherished son of the late Wilfred (Ted) Duffy and Edith Duffy (nee Weedmark) and a caring son- in-law to Nada Talevski (nee Makrevski) and the late Kale Talevski. He will be truly missed by his siblings David (Sandy), Susan (Tom), Rob (Lynn), Kathy (Chuck), and his brother-in-law Ted Talevski (Lisa). He will be missed by many nieces, nephews, and extended family. Doug was a dedicated and loyal family man of integrity. He was married to his wife and best friend Vera for over 42 years. Doug thoroughly enjoyed fishing with his daughter and golfing with his son. You could often find him at his cottage or his workshop working on projects with his family in mind. He had a thirst for knowledge and he loved to share what he knew in passionate conversations. He was a lifelong Maple Leaf hockey fan. Doug had a successful career in the Civil Engineering field including working for the City of Oshawa, as Manager of Engineering Services. Doug retired in 2017 after 26 dedicated years with the City of Oshawa. In retirement, Doug spent his time with his family, working on multiple DIY projects, and taking his retirement "One Day at a Time". Friends may call at THORNTON CEMETERY & FUNERAL CENTRE, 1200 Thornton Road North, Oshawa, (South of Taunton Road and off of Dryden Blvd, 905-579-6787) on Thursday, April 14, 2022, from 11 a.m. until time of Funeral Service in the Chapel at 1 p.m. Interment and reception will follow. The family respectfully ask that masks be worn at all times while in the building. Donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation or Arthritis Society. Expressions of condolence may be left at www.etouch.ca ELIA, Marilyn Joy ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Sunday, April 17, 2022 after a long and courageous battle with cancer at the age of 76. Loving wife of John Elia for 49 years. Fondly remembered by extended family in Toronto and Peterborough and many friends. Marilyn was a talented quilter and was retired from the Toronto District School Board. Private arrangements have been entrusted to Barnes Memorial Funeral Home, Whitby. Messages of condolence and shared memories can be left for the family by visiting www.barnesmemorial funeralhome.com GRIFFIN, Franklin 'Frank' John ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Passed away at Northumber- land Hills Hospital, Cobourg on Wednesday, April 13, 2022. Frank Griffin retired employee of Sun Life Insurance, beloved husband of Marion. Dear father of David Griffin and Kelly (Tim Imeson) and proud grandfather of Griffin and Tyler. Brother of Marjorie (Bill Hare) and Tim Griffin (Janet). Friends will be received at the Allison Funeral Home, 103 Mill Street North, Port Hope, Wednesday April 20, 2022 from 12:30 p.m. until memorial service at 2:30 p.m. If desired, memorial contributions may be made by cheque to the Canadian Cancer Society. www.allisonfuneralhome VAN KUIK, John W October 27, 1933 - March 31, 2022 ------------------ John passed away quietly at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on March 31st, 2022. John is survives by his wife Shirley, sons Joe (Diane), Jeff (Sue) and Chris (Cathy). He is preceded by parents Johannes and Hilsiena, and brothers Theo, Henk, Gerry, William, Joe, Ben, and Andrew. Active in community associations and a long time coach in minor sports, John will be missed by family and friends. JONES, Dalton Stanley January 3, 1945 - April 13, 2022 ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Passed away peacefully, with dignity and in the company of loved ones on April 13, 2022. Cherished husband to Arnella and beloved father of Kevin (Irma), LeVar (Emily) and Darnelle (Meghan), Dalton is also survived by his grandchildren; Mylo and Theo, remaining siblings; Gloria, Dorothy, Cynthia, Carmen, Allan, and large extended family and friends, all of whom will miss him immensely. After moving to Canada from Kingston, Jamaica in 1977, Dalton settled in Oshawa, where he worked for 26 years at the Whitby Psychiatric Hospital (now Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences), before retiring to his garden, scrumptious recipes, ocean cruises and other inspired passions. Despite his final health struggles, Dalton maintained the infectious sweetness of his singing to the very end, and his absence is felt by all those he touched. The family would like to extend its heartfelt appreciation to all the employees and volunteers at Oak Ridges Hospice. The viewing will be held at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby (north on Dundas Street East) on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. and Thursday, May 5th from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m., with the service commencing on at 11 a.m. in the chapel. Interment to follow at Mount Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please offer a donation to Oak Ridges Hospice of Durham. SOMERVILLE, William December 19, 1923 - April 9, 2022 ------------------ It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of William (Bill/Curly) Somerville - April 9th, 2022, at Hillsdale Estates. Bill passed away peacefully with his family by his side - predeceased by his loving wife Anna and daughter Linda Morrison. Bill was a loving husband, a gentleman to the end. Bill will be greatly missed by his two children, Christine Cameron and Bill Somerville, and their spouses Romeyn and Maggie, and by his grandchildren: Suzanne and husband Tony Mills, David Cameron, Fiona Cameron and partner Matt, Kevin and Liam Somerville, Vikki and husband Steve King and Grant Morrison. Bill's Great-Grandchildren: Olivia and Ewan Mills, Dylan and Emma Cameron, Anna Cameron, Ashleigh and Danielle King and Caelin Baker. During his coal mining career, Bill became the site Shot-Firer and headed the search and rescue team for Lanarkshire, Scotland. Bill was a long time Masonic/Templar member and chaired both, he was also the president of the Club Steward's Society of the UK. Bill was the Club Steward at Milngavie, Cathkin Braes and Glasgow Golf Clubs. Bill and Anna also owned a Licenced Grocer in Newmains, Lanarkshire and a hotel owner in Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland - both Bill and Anna immigrated to Canada in their late seventies to be closer to their children and grandchildren. The family would like to express sincere thanks to all the staff at Hillsdale Estates (Honey Harbour). An incredibly special thank you to the Nurses, PSWs, and the Activities Staff who took such excellent care of Bill. The family will be having a Celebration of Life on Saturday, May 14th from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Shriners Club in Oshawa, 1626 Simcoe St N, Oshawa, ON L1G 4X9. OBITUARIES Gone is the face we loved so dear, silent is the voice we loved to hear. In my heart your memory lingers, always tender, fond and true.