43 | durhamregion.com | This Week | Thursday, June 16, 2022 | SMITH, Clayton ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa at the age of 93. Clayton was born 1 of 5 sons to the late Harry and Elsie (Nee Miller) Smith of Cardinal, Ontario on May 6th, 1929. Beloved husband and best friend of 68 years of Shirley (Nee Alkerton) Smith who predeceased him November 2016. Loving father of Allan Smith of Oshawa, Channez (Doug) Chatterton of New Brunswick, Dianne (Norm) Andrews of New Brunswick and Kevin (Cindy) Smith of Oshawa. Grandpa to Amy (Ray), Kerri (Suhas), Steven, Brodie, Clayton, Billie and Tori. Great grandpa to Anthony and Jasmine. Clayton was predeceased by brothers Hilton, Cyril (Dorothy), Dwight (Jean) and Walter. Survived by sister in law Lillian Smith. Clayton will be missed by many nieces, nephews and friends and will now be reunited with Shirley and his four-legged daughter Souki. We would like to thank all of the PSW's that have taken great care of Dad over these last 2 years as well as the paramedics and caring nurses and doctors at Lakeridge Health Oshawa in helping us through this difficult time. In keeping with Dad's wishes no funeral service will be held. Arrangements for cremation has been entrusted to Mount Lawn Funeral Home and Cemetery. Interment will be at Maynard Cemetery in Prescott at a later date. If desired, donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated. HEARNE, James "Jim" Neil ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Of Oshawa and Bowmanville, former owner/operator of Jim's Tire Service. In the early evening of May 10, 2022, in his 80th year, the final chapter of Jim's Adventure came to a close with Jim reuniting with Lorraine (nee Hilderbrandt), his late wife of 57 years. Although he left this world peacefully you can bet he skidded into Heaven sideways with his halo tilted and perhaps even a little crinkled. Jim is survived by his children, Ron (Bobbie-Lynn Wilson), Dianne Florent (Andreas Hill), Janet Borutski (Reg) and Ryan (Janice Gallwey); grand- children Brandy, Courtney and Jordan Hearne, Tom Florent (Laura), Hunter Florent, Dakota Borutski (Lizz), Rosalie Hearne and Kayla and Mak Nelson; great-grandchildren, Ryleigh Hearne, Reggie and Audrey Borutski and Maverick Florent; brother John (Sheila), step-brothers Glen (Heather) Cooper, Gary (Michele) Cooper and Wayne (Sandy) Cooper; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place and a private family graveside service will take place at St. Matthews Catholic cemetery, Madawaska. At Jim's request there will be no funeral service but a celebration of his life will take place from noon to 4 p.m. on July 30, 2022 at the Madawaska Community Hall, 26A Major Lake Road, Madawaska Ontario, K0J 2C0. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider making a donation to the Madawaska Valley Hospice Palliative Care in Barry's Bay. Online condolences can be left at www.heubnerfuneralhome.ca WIERSMA, Liskje (Lis) ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Liskje was born in Friesland Netherlands in 1930, gone home to be with her Lord and Saviour on Tuesday, June 7, 2022, at the age of 92. Loving wife of the late Rense (Ron) (2012). Much loved mother of Pieter (Anne), Art (Mary), Christina (Albert), Bill (Wendy), Maynard (Elena), Ron (Susan), Nancy (Ted), Doug (Lori), and Rob (Rhonda). Loved and loving Beppe of Steve (Melanie), Elisa (Adam), Jacqui, Bill (Heidi), Bryan (predeceased), Ryan (Brittni), Eric (Mike), Hiliana, Melissa (Doug), Julia (Shane), Brandon (Kristen), Andrew (Samantha), Tim (Amy), Michael (Stacey), Renee (Ben), Marliana (Jamie), Jordan (Kailie), Krista, Jessica, Emily, Sarah. Proud Beppe (Great-Grandmother) of 30 and Great-Great-Grandmother of two. Survived by her sisters Marguerite (late Henk) and Ann (Gordon). Survived by her sisters-in-law Adrie, Greta, and Betty. Predeceased by her brothers Wytze, Leo and Corey. Visitation was held Sunday, June 12. Funeral Service was held Monday, June 13 at Emmanuel Reformed Church, Whitby. Arrangements entrusted to Barnes Memorial Funeral Home, 5295 Thickson Rd. N. Whitby, Ontario. Messages of condolence and shared memories can be left for the family by visiting www.barnesmemorial funeralhome.com STRIKE, Anna Marie ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ On June 1, 2022, Anna Marie Strike of Bowmanville passed away peacefully and comfortably at the age of 94. Anna was born and raised as an Orono farm girl during the depression who went on to graduate from the University of Toronto where she exceled at sports and played on the girl's varsity hockey team. It is there that she met the love of her life, Alan Strike. The two of them settled and raised three boys in Alan's home town of Bowmanville, Ontario. Her kind and generous nature quickly manifested into a life long passion to improve the lives of others within the local community. Always one to say "can do" to any one or organization in need, Anna offered her participation on numerous community improvement initiatives and took particular interest in the local hospital. From manning the gift shop to any and all fund raising initiatives, Anna went on to chair the Hospital Foundation for several years. For her life long devotion to community service, Anna was awarded the Queen's Golden Jubilee Medallion. Despite all of these time commitments, she still placed family above all else and made a point of supporting all of her sons activities. Many a night Anna could be seen in the stands on the northeast side of the old Bowmanville arena taking in one of her son's games. For over 50 years, she was the matron of the Beech Street ice palace and on any given night would always answer the door bell to "turn on the rink lights" for generations of kids. The family "camp" in Algonquin Park was her special place. She made a point of getting there every year from her initial visit (honeymoon) through to her 92nd year. Not all, but many guests were recognized as "Gonk worthy" by Anna through her many years in the Park. Anna was predeceased by her husband Alan, brother Don (Staples) and sister Carol (Wiggans). She will be sorely missed by her 3 boys Ron (Allison), Bob (Alison), Dan (Cindy), grandchildren Ross, Mere, Jackson, Sam, Hannah, Hillary and many nieces and nephews. Many thanks to the staff and residents at Seasons retirement home in Bowmanville for making Anna's final years comfortable. A very special thanks to Leeann Dochuk, for her unwavering care and companionship with Anna before and during the COVID pandemic. Visitation will be held on Thursday June 23 from 6 to 8 pm at Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home 53 Division Street North Bowmanville. A celebration of Anna's life will be held on Sunday June 26 at Trinity United Church in Bowmanville at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, we ask that you consider giving back to your local community in memory of Anna. Donations in Anna's name can be made to the Bowmanville Hospital Foundation: https://thebowmanvillehospital foundation.com/donate/. Online Condolences may be made at: www.northcuttelliott.com WALSH, Henry Joseph ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Passed away peacefully, after a lengthy illness, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday, June 10, 2022, at the age of 79. Beloved husband of Carmel for 58 years. Loving father of the late Kelly-Anne (Terry) and Joseph (Terri). Cherished grandfather of Nicholas (Justine), Adam (Samantha), Krista (Ben), Isaac, Ben and Sam and great- grandfather of Savannah, Aaliyah, and Tristan. Dear brother of Catherine (Philip). Predeceased by his siblings Mary and William. Henry will be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, family, and friends. Henry was an Ironworker for Local 721. After retirement, he enjoyed golfing, curling, spending time at the family cottage on Mazinaw Lake and time at his family home in Colliers, NL. Special thanks to the staff of Lakeridge Health Oshawa for their care and compassion. Funeral Mass was held on Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at 10 a.m. at St. Gertrude's Catholic Church. Private interment at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Sick Kids Hospital or Lakeridge Health Foundation. Online condolences may be left at www.armstrongfh.ca OBITUARIES | REMEMBERING THE LIVES OF THOSE IN OUR COMMUNITY Always so good, unselfish and kind, none on this earth your equal I'll find. Honourable 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; loved by your friends and all whom you knew, one in a million, that person was you. One year has passed, our hearts still sore, as time rolls on we miss you more; a loving person, tender and kind, what beautiful memories you left behind. And have you gone, forever gone and left us here to weep. Till we are called to follow you, and in the grave to sleep; yet since you could no longer stay to cheer us with your love, we hope to meet with you again in the bright world above. A wonderful person, friend and aide, one who was better God never made; a wonderful worker, so loyal and true, one in a million - that person was you. Just in your judgment, always right; honest and liberal, ever upright; loved by your friends and all whom you knew. Our wonderful friend - that person was you. May the winds of love blow softly and whisper so you'll hear; we will always love and miss you and wish that you were here.