27 | ThisWeek | Thursday,February3,2022 durhamregion.com Thank you ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ The family of Jo-Ann Wind (nee Barge) formerly Roenigk would like to express our heartfelt thanks for the outpouring love and support shown during our difficult time. We would also like to acknowledge the staff at Wynfield Long Term Care Home, Lakeridge Health and Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home for their care of Jo-Ann. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date to honour Jo-Ann. BISSELL, Patricia Anne (nee Heffernan) ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Peacefully at the Peterbo- rough Regional Health Centre on Sunday, January 23, 2022 at the age of 85. Beloved wife of the late Leonard (2005). Loving mother of Susan Bissell (Jim Himes) and Kevin Bissell (Elizabeth). Proud grandmother of Jasmine Bissell-Gratton, Justin Bissell, Michael Bissell and Sarah Bissell. Great-grandmother of Carter Noonan Bissell. Anne is 'survived by her sister' Rena Lindsay (nee Heffernan). Anne was a native of Ottawa, Ontario. She spent most of her married life in Whitby, and a decade ago called Millbrook her home. Anne loved her family, her dog Lolly, and her home, community and neighbours. Her love of birds buoyed her in her daily treks to her backyard, and her feeders. These are the same bird feeders neighbours kept full in Anne's weeks at PHRC, and briefly at Applewood. Donations to Community Care Millbrook. Cremation has taken place. Anne will be laid to rest with her husband Leonard at the Groveside Cemetery, Whitby, Ontario in the Spring/Summer/Fall of 2022. Condolences can be expressed at www.millvalleyfuneral.com DUNKLEY, Deborah ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at Hillsdale Terraces. Beloved wife of Andrew Dunkley. Cherished mom to Steve (Lisa) and Brad (Kristen) Gignac. Proud grandma to Kyra, Brooklyn, Brody, Richard, Brooks and Leim. Fondly remembered by her sisters Ann (Marinus), Teresa (late Ken), Rosemary, Shelly (Dan) and Lori (Dave). Loving sister- in-law to Phil and Jackie Dunkley, brother-in-law Jacques as well as many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Cecil and Mae Merkley and her sister Cathy. A Memorial Visitation will be held on Sunday February 6, 2022 from 12-2pm at Mount Lawn Funeral Home, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby, ON (905-443- 3376). Due to Covid-19, space is limited, please call the funeral home to book a spot for the visitation. Wearing a mask and hand sanitizing is mandatory. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Society. Online condolences may be shared at www.mountlawn.ca EVANS, Frederick William ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday January 22, 2022. Survived by loving wife of 69 years Barbara. Beloved dad to Glyn (Heather) and Jackie (Larry). Cherished papa to Scott (Katriina), Dale (Maggie) and great-papa to Fallon. Frederick was a long time service employee for the Town of Whitby, he served in the British Army and he immigrated to Canada in 1953 with the love of his life Barbara. As per Fred's request no service will take place at this time, Aquamation at Newcastle Funeral Home. If so desired memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Society of Ontario. Online condolences may be made at www. newcastlefuneralhome.com FERGUSON, Howard Earl ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Peacefully at Oak Ridges Hospice, Howard Earl Ferguson passed away on Monday, January 24, 2022 in his 73rd year. Son of Garfield Ferguson and Lauretta (nee McVeigh), both predeceased. Beloved brother of Garfield Ferguson and Rose Speranza (nee Ferguson). Survived by his 4 children, 8 grandchildren and 3 nieces. A special thank you to the staff of Oak Ridges Hospice for their care and compassion. A celebration of life to be announced at a later date. Interment to follow at Mount Lawn Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations may be made to Oak Ridges Hospice, Port Perry. HICKEY, Barbara ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at her home, at the age of 75. Beloved wife of David for 52 years. Loving mother of Jeffrey John and Jennifer (Eddie) Cork. Cherished grandmother of Patrick, Samuel, and Charlotte. Predeceased by her parents Samuel & Rita Elliott. Barbara was an avid euchre player and will be missed by her longtime partner, Pat McArthur. Visitation was held on Tuesday, February 1, 2022 from 10 - 11 a.m. at the Armstrong Funeral Home (124 King St. E., Oshawa). A Memorial Service followed in the Chapel at 11 a.m. If desired, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences www.armstrongfh.ca KYC, Christopher Henry Robert March 25, 1977 - January 14, 2022 ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beautiful blue-eyed son Christopher Henry Robert Kyc at the age of 44. Christopher will be sadly missed every day by his mother Heather, father Henry, sister and best friend Stacey, niece Kenzie, cousin Rebecca, grandma, aunts, uncles, and cousins. We love you and miss you so much. We will spend everyday celebrating your life. Till we meet again our loving angel. MCMILLAN, Elsie 'Ruth' ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Passed away on Saturday, January 22, 2022 at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville, at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the late Meredith McMillan (2016). Loving mother of Bonnie Homeniuk (Dennis) and the late Douglas Wayne. Cherished grandmother of Michael, Brenda, and Meredith (Catherine) and great-grandmother of Steven, Sam, Dana, Meghan, Mark, and Sarah. Dear sister of June and sister-in-law of Wayne and Gwen. Predeceased by her siblings Earl, Irene, Joe, Chester, Hester, Danny, and Barbara. Visitation was held on Friday, January 28, 2022 from 1:30 - 2 p.m. at the Armstrong Funeral Home (124 King St. E., Oshawa). A Funeral Service followed in the Chapel at 2 p.m. Interment Union Cemetery. Online condolences may be left at www.armstrongfh.ca STAFFORD, Jamie ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Jamie passed peacefully on January 23, 2022, at home in his sleep at the age of 44. Beloved son of Tim and Marian. Much loved brother of Sean (Tracey). Jamie will be remembered for his passion for wheelchair hockey and his love for his Toronto Teams (Blue Jays and Maple Leafs). Service will be held at a later date with Aquamation taking place at Newcastle Funeral Home. If so desired memorial donations may be made to Muscular Dystrophy. Online condolences may be left at www.newcastle funeralhome.com SMEGAL, Shirley February 2, 2021 ------------------ In loving memory of our dear mother Shirley, whose humility and unconditional love, endeared her to all. Forever in our hearts: your children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. STOKMAN, Lisa Anne (nee Donohue) April 22, 1959 - February 2, 2007 ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Hard to believe it's been 15 heartbreaking years. You have more company now. Yourself, Dad, and Keri. Where once we were 6, we are now 3 and 3. Always in our thoughts and hearts. Love, Mom, Shari Lynn, Kally and families 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. We are sad within our memory, lonely are our hearts today. In my heart your memory lingers, always tender, fond and true. 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. And while you lie in peaceful sleep, your memory we shall always keep. IN MEMORIAM CARD OF THANKS