durhamregion.com | This Week | Thursday, December 8, 2022 | | 30 von MINDEN, Kathleen (Kay) Eloise June 15, 1931 - November 21, 2022 ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ We are heartbroken to announce the death of our mother, Kay von Minden (nee Douds) on November 21, 2022, after a long and happy life. Kay died in her 92nd year, at Vancouver General Hospital following a brief illness. Kay was greatly loved and will be missed terribly. Kay was the beloved wife of the late Bill von Minden for 58 years. She was the dearest mother to Sylvia von Minden and Wayne von Minden, of Vancouver. Kay is also survived by her brother Sam Douds (Norma Slack) (Elgin), sister Faye Riley (Athens), in- laws Christa Wonnacott (Toronto) and Fred (Sieglinde) von Minden (Bowmanville), and many nieces and nephews. We take great comfort knowing that Kay has joyously reunited with the many beloved souls who predeceased her, including her parents (John and Matilda Douds), sisters (Nancy Wykes and Georgina George), and several in-laws and nephews. A memorial service, inurnment at Lillies Baptist Cemetery, and celebration of Kay's life will happen at a date to be announced in the spring of 2023, when the warm breezes, green grasses and birdsong of the Westport area will be in abundance to welcome Kay home to rest. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Kay's final care arrangements have been entrusted to the Scotland Funeral Home- 27 Main Street Elgin - K0G 1E0 - 613-359-5555 or at scotlandfuneralhome.com Burial, Cremation and Pre- Arrangement Services MILLER, Barbara Jean (nee Beachli) ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ We are sad to share that the most incredible mother and grandma has passed away. Barbie, as so many knew her, passed peacefully at the age of 85, on Monday, November 28th. It is worth noting that her time of passing was 12:01am on the 28th; 6 years to the date that the woman who always loved to have the last word, became a resident of Fosterbrooke Long Term Care in Newcastle. Barbara was always proud of her time spent in nursing and as a supervisor for the Whitby Psychiatric Hospital. She was always willing to help anyone in need and often put everyone else ahead of herself. She was married only once to the late Pat Miller, but spent a lifetime with cherished partner, the late-great Robie Moore. It would not be an understatement to say that the true love of Barb's life was her only daughter, Catherine Miller Dickhoff. Later becoming even more exuberant to welcome son-in- law, Erik Dickhoff into the family. She was the most overjoyed and loving grandma to Elliott, Cecelia, and Nigel. Barb was born on May 6, 1937, to John and Elizabeth Beachli. Survived by her brother John Beachli, and sisters Betty Borg and Margaret Brownson. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, December 9th at Newcastle Funeral Home. Located at 386 Mill Street South in Newcastle. Visitation at 1:00 p.m., Service at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to a local animal charity or to CAMH for their research on slowing the progression of dementia. MARTIN, Stephen Douglas Sunday, November 20, 2022 ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Stephen Douglas Martin at the age of 58 on Sunday, November 20,2022. Loved by his Father Graeme Leiper and Late Mother Margaret Leiper. Proud Father to Stephen (Stevie) Graeme Cunningham Martin and Son Adam Tyson Meilleur and Step-Father to Arielle Anne Johnston, Loved by his Sister Deborah Martin (Brother- in-law Clark Pinsent) and Brother Richard Martin (Sister-in-Law Debby Martin). Proud Uncle to Connie Cameron, Tyler Martin (Uncle- in-law Pam Martin), Justin Martin. Great Uncle to Angelica and Fletcher Martin. A Special Thank you to Robert and Kim their kindest towards Stephen will never be forgotten. Stephen Favorite Quote was: Can We Not All Get Along! If desired, donation to the Sickkids Hospital in Toronto would be greatly appreciated by the family, At the age of 10 years old Stephen had a heart condition and would not have been with use if it was not for Sickkids Hospital. Cremation has taken place and there will be a celebration of life on Sunday, January 15, 2023 at Woodview Park 151 Cadillac Ave N, Oshawa, Ontario L1G 6C3 KAMPHUIS-VERHOOG, Willemina Egertdina ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Passed away peacefully to be with our Lord on Friday, November 25th at the age of 90. Loving mother to Tom (Jacqueline), Henry (Alison), Peter (Andrée), Rita, and John (Karin). Beloved Oma to 13 grandchildren and 9 great- grandchildren. Our family would like to thank everyone for their kindness and support during this time. Wilma's faith was strong and steadfast. She loved Jesus and loved helping and visiting people. The Family of Willemina Verhoog will receive friends at the THORNE FUNERAL HOME, 109 Laidlaw Street South in Cannington (705-432-2672) on Thursday, December 8th, from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. A service to celebrate her life will be held at 11:30 a.m. with Pastor John Molenaar. Interment Sunder- land Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Canada. Isaiah 40:31 "but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not be faint." Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.thornefuneralhome.ca BODASHEFSKY, George (Long-time member of Calvary Baptist Church) ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Peacefully at Hillsdale Terr- aces with family by his side on Saturday, December 3, 2022, in his 101st year. Beloved husband of the late Erna (née Aru). Loving father of Linda, Renee, Gary, and Eldon (Tracey). Cherished grampa of Kirsten (Tyler) and Erin (Tyler) and great grampa of Cypress and Kiana. Brother of Alex (Ann) and predeceased by Olga Romanuk (late John), Kate Zabudsky (late John), Victor Bodashefsky (late Anne), Alice Abramoff (late Frank), and Nettie Hughes (late Len). Predeceased by parents William and Martha. George will be missed by many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends; especially his four-legged friend Sydney. A special thank you to the staff at Hillsdale Terraces, Lighthouse Lane, for all their care and compass- ionate support. Relatives and friends are invited to attend at M c I N TO SH-A ND E R SON- KELLAM FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Thursday, December 8, 2022, George's 101st birthday, from 10 a.m., until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. Donations in memory of George to a local food bank or a charity of choice would be appreciated. Online condolences may be shared at makfuneralhome.com DE BRUIN, Lambertus "Bert" ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Surrounded by love, Bert was taken unto The Lord on December 1, 2022 at the age of 90 years. Beloved husband of Annie de Bruin (nee Biersteker) who would have celebrated their 65th Anniversary on December 7th. Loving father of Nancy vanNiejenhuis (Will), Yvonne Jansma (Harold), Debbie Talsma (Ray) and Calvin de Bruin (Sonya). Bert was predeceased by his son Andrew de Bruin, son in law Clarence vanNiejenhuis, granddaughter Danielle and great grandson Jakob. Much loved Opa of 16 grandchildren and Great-Opa of 21. He will be missed dearly by brother Henk de Bruin and many nieces and nephews. Visitation was held at NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME, 53 Division St. N. on Monday, December 5th from 6 - 8 p.m. Private Interment Bowmanville Cemetery. Funeral Service was held on Tuesday December 6th at 11 a.m. at MARANATHA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH, 2805 Highway 2 Bowmanville. The service will be available to view virtually, please use the link provided on the website. Memorial Donations may be made to The Bible Society or Voice of the Martyrs. Online condolences may be made at: www.northcuttelliott.com OBITUARIES | REMEMBERING THE LIVES OF THOSE IN OUR COMMUNITY Always so good, unselfish and kind none on this earth your equal I'll find. Honorable and true in all your ways, loving and faithful to the end of your days, honest and liberal, ever upright, just in your judgment, always right. A loving person, so gentle and kind; what a wonderful memory you left behind. Long days, long nights, you bore your pain. To wait for a cure, but all in vain. Till God Himself knew what was best. He took you home and gave you rest. There is a link death cannot sever, love and remembrance last forever. 1-800-263-6480 classifieds@metroland.comCLASSIFIEDS OBITUARIES | ANNOUNCEMENTS | JOBS | MARKETPLACE