35 | durhamregion.com | This Week | Thursday, June 30, 2022 | You create the memories.We will create the tribute. 124 King Street East, Oshawa | 905.433.4711 | www.armstrongfh.ca Start designing your plan today. BENNIE, Grant William ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Grant William Bennie, in his 80th year, passed away in his home surrounded by his family on June 16, 2022. Grant is survived by his wife Cassandra of 50 years. Cherished father of; Erinne Bennie-Tomkins (Cameron) and Cristyn Shannon (Ryan), and Grandpa to Bethany, Nathanial, Gareth and Gabriel. Grant had a full life and was a loving father, husband, grandfather, and friend to everyone. A retired member of the Toronto Star, an active member of Harmony United Church and Westminster United Church. Spent as much time as possible at his favourite place, the family cottage. A celebration of life service will be held at Westminster United Church (1850 Rossland Rd E, Whitby, ON L1N 3P2) at 11:00 a.m. on July 7, 2022. Grant will be laid to rest afterwards at Mount Lawn in Whitby. Memorial donations may be made to the Canada Cancer Society or a children's charity of your choice. Online condolences received at NewcastleFuneralHome.com FAWCETT, John William January 21, 1928 - June 18, 2022 ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Beloved husband of 59 years to Mary Fawcett (née Whitehead). Loving father of Andrew Fawcett and Elizabeth Wetmore (Jon). Cherished grandfather of Ben, Abby and Cameron, who he was so proud of. Survived by sisters and brothers-in-law Nora Henderson (Jim), David Whitehead (Linda), and Georgina Whitehead and many nieces and nephews who meant so much to him. Predeceased by his dear sisters Grace Brown (Ken) and Gwen MacDonald (Ken) and brothers - in - law Stan Whitehead (Betty), Bob Whitehead, and Bud Whitehead and friend of nearly 80 years Jim Gartshore. Dad was a very generous, kind man who was always first in line to help a neighbour or friend. He was a dedicated family man and an avid musician, golfer and euchre player. He had a great silly sense of humour and never refused a piece of pie. He will be missed. Arrangements to be announced at a later date. If desired, memorial donations may be made to St. John's Anglican Church, Whitby. IKONOMIDIS, Michael Sotirios (1933-2022) ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Michael Ikonomidis died peacefully from COVID at the Village of Taunton Mills, Whitby, on Saturday, June 18, 2022 in his 89th year. Mike was born in Kalamata, Greece. After graduating as an electrical engineer from the University of Athens and serving his compulsory military duty (NATO Forces), he immigrated to Canada in 1960. In Toronto, Mike designed and sold components for international electrical supply companies. While living in Pickering, Mike pursued his passion for tennis, winning several tennis championships. V.W. Bro Michael was a proud, dedicated Mason: Past Master of Friendship #729 and Heritage #730 Lodges; former member of Birch Cliff #712 and Doric #424; District Secretary of (old) Toronto #3, Grand Pursuivant, York Rite, Scottish Rite and Oshawa Shrine Club. He was a Past Patron of Ontario Chapter #227 (Ajax), and a Grand Officer (2008), Order of the Eastern Star. In 1999 Mike met Gay (nee Bonisteel) Adair at a Masonic luncheon. They married in 2001, enjoyed dancing, travelling and Mike's cooking. Two years ago, they made "the right move at the right time" to Taunton Mills. Last year, with advancing Alzheimer's, Mike moved to the memory care floor. The Taunton Mills team members have been so very compassionate, kind, and helpful to Mike, as well as Gay. The family is sincerely grateful. Michael will be remembered by his son, (Dr.) John (Krystal) Ikonomidis, and forever in the hearts of Gay and her family: Paul, Susan, Anne, Louise, Amy, Carter and Carol; other relatives, friends and neighbours. At a later date there will be a Celebration of Life, but in the interim please toast Michael with a glass (or two) of red wine or Grand Marnier. If desired, please consider a donation in Mike's memory to a charity of your choice. VALLIER, Betty ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ On June 20, 2022, Betty Marie Vallier died with her dignity and on own her own terms at Lakeridge Health Oshawa at the age of 83. A loving woman, a wonderful mother and grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and aunt, will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Her husband Fred Vallier, her son Doug and wife Arden Eldridge, her stepdaughter Laurie Vallier (predeceased) her grandson Joshua Eldridge, her granddaughter Alanna Collins and husband Travis and her great grandsons, Oliver and Lane. Her sister Beverly Burtch and Bob Watson, her sister Marlene Gray (predeceased) and Jack Harris. Her many nieces and nephews and great nieces and great nephews. Visitation and Funeral Services have taken place. Betty has been laid to rest at Mount Lawn Funeral Home and Cemetery. If desired, donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.mountlawn.ca WORONA, Eleanore Anne ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Eleanore Anne Worona (nee Lack) born April 3, 1936, in Oshawa. Eleanore was predeceased by her eldest son Christopher Worona November 17, 2021. Also predeceased by her brothers Richard (Dick), Bernard (Ben), John, Harry, James (Jimmy) and Joseph Lack. She is survived by her husband Joseph and children Bernard, Anthony (Danise) Greg (Susanne) and Andrea (Justin) and cherished grandchildren Serhij, Tetjana, Oksana, Zachariah, Shannon, Madison, Kayley, Oliver, Thomas and Jack. Survived by sister Rosemary Duffell and sisters- in-law Beatrice and Anne Lack and many nieces and nephews. The family will miss her sense of humour and keen wit. No service will be held as per Eleanore's request. Donations can be made to the Kidney Foundation or the Heart and Stroke. Messages of condolence and shared memories can be left for the family by visiting barnesmemorialfuneralhome .com OBITUARIES | REMEMBERING THE LIVES OF THOSE IN OUR COMMUNITY And while you lie in peaceful sleep, your memory we shall always keep. 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. Pleasant in manner, patient in pain, our loss is your eternal gain. Your cheery ways and smiling face, are a pleasure to recall; you had a kindly word for each, and died beloved by all. The rolling stream of life rolls on.