| durhamregion.com | This Week | Thursday, November 3, 2022 | | 38 HIGGINS, Eugene Patrick ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Passed away at his home on October 25, 2022, at the age of 94. Predeceased by his loving wife Betty (Goodall). He was a loving father of Nancy Higgins and Patricia Mellean (Kevin) and grandfather of Jason Jones (Daniela) and Paul Jones (Daniela). His two great grandchildren are Logan and Maximo Jones. Eugene was predeceased four brothers and a sister. Eugene will be forever remembered by many nephews, nieces, extended family, and friends. Eugene enjoyed going to the cottage, boating, and sledding. He also had a passion for hunting, fishing, and hockey. For thirty-four years, he was employed at the Oshawa Fire Department. A celebration of Eugene's life will be held at THORNTON CEMETERY & FUNERAL CENTRE, 1200 Thornton Road North, Oshawa, (South of Taunton Road, 905-579-6787) on Tuesday, December 20 from 12 noon - 2 p.m. Donations will be gratefully accepted for the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Expressions of condolence may be left at www.etouch.ca HORNER (nee Black), Jean H. ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 23, 2022 at Hillsdale Estates, Oshawa. Jean, at the age of 88, was the beloved wife of the late Lorne Horner. She is survived by her sons Mark (Donna) and Kevin (Kim), she is pre- deceased by her eldest son Ken. Loving grandma of Jason, Ashleigh (Mike), Nicolas, Madison, Amanda (Ryan), Jeffery, and Kyle. Proud great-grandma of Mikaleigh, Malachi, Ethan, Jonathan, Jackson, and Jacob. In keeping with Jean's wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be a private family graveside service held in Pontypool. If desired, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Donations and condolences may be made through Mount Lawn Funeral Home, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby or online at www.arbormemorial.com/ MountLawn KELLY, Ian October 31, 1950 - October 23, 2022 ------------------ It is with heavy hearts that the family announce the passing of Ian Kelly of Newcastle, ON, after a 2 year battle with cancer at the age of 71. He was married to his best friend Jill Kelly of 49 years. A loving father to two children daughter Claire (Adam) and son Craig (Jalana), and grandfather to Logan and Evan. Ian loved nature and going for long walks on trails along the lake with his wife. His happiest times were when he spent time with his family, and teaching his grandsons how to fish. He was such a hard worker even in retirement and ill health he never stopped maintaining, working, and fixing the forever ongoing projects around the home. He was a life long supporter of his favourite football team LIVERPOOL and enjoyed watching all the games. We will all dearly miss you. Ian, you may no longer be with us, but you will never be forgotten. And will remain forever in our hearts. Always remember, "YOU WILL NEVER WALK ALONE". LAUGHLIN (Holdgate), Margaret Ethel ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Affectionately known as GG, gramma, mom, or Marg, peacefully passed away in her sleep on October 29th, at Bowmanville General Hospital. Born December 27, 1931 just shy of her 91st Birthday. Predeceased by husband Harold, and brother Donald Holdgate. Raised in Beeton, Ontario, Marg met Harold and married in 1950, and were married for over 64 years before Harold's passing in 2015. After marriage, they settled in Toronto's east end (Swanwick Ave) sharing a home with her parents Ida and Alfred Holdgate, where they raised four boys, to whom they were extremely proud. Marg retired from the Provincial Government office in Oshawa having worked in the Corporate Tax Branch for many years. In her retirement years she and Harold moved to Crooked Creek, Pontypool and Wilmot Creek before residing on her own in Bowmanville. Forever loved by her sons and their wives, Gary (Pat), Bill (Debra), Jim (Kim) and John (Deborah). Marg will be greatly missed by her Grandchildren Brian, Aylish, Brandon, Kelsey, Gregory and Alyx, and her 8 great grandchildren, niece and nephews, extended Laughlin Family and many friends. Friends and family are invited to gather at MORRIS FUNERAL CHAPEL on Monday, Nov- ember 7, 2022 for visitation beginning at 11:00 until the time of service at 1:00 in the funeral home chapel. Burial to take place at Bowmanville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please consider making donations on her behalf to Heart and Stroke and/or Canadian Cancer Society. Our sincere thanks to the Bowmanville Hospital, E surg station nursing staff and Doctor's Lee and Osborne for their compassionate care and kindness in her last moments. Online condolences may be made at www.morrisfuneralchapel.ca SWITZER, Eveonne Marilyn ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Suddenly at home in Oshawa on Tuesday, October 25, 2022 at the age of 56. Beloved wife of Scott. Loving mother of Michael Switzer (Hayley Wells), Brodie Switzer (Samantha Hance) and Stephanie Russell (Cody). Devoted grandmother of Wesley, Aria, Bennett, Lily and Emerson. Dear sister of Mary Oliver (Randy), Carmen Pearce and the late Dennis Carvell. Fondly remembered by her sister-in-law Kelly Stuart (Dennis), Lori Gannon (Dave) and the late Terri-Anne Switzer. A visitation was held on Monday, October 31, 2022 from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at Kingsview United Church (505 Adelaide Ave. E., Oshawa). Funeral arrangements entrusted to M c I N TO SH-A ND E R SON- KELLAM FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558). Donations in memory of Eveonne to Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada would be appreciated. Online condolences can be shared at makfuneralhome.com. 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. What would I give to clasp your hand, your happy face to see, to hear your voice and see your smile, that meant so much to me. Gone is the face we loved so dear, silent is the voice we loved to hear; too far away for sight or speech, but not too far for thought to reach, sweet to remember you who once was here, and who, though absent, is just as dear. Your memory is as dear today, as in the hour you passed away. And while you lie in peaceful sleep, your memory we shall always keep.