41 | | durhamregion.com | This Week | Thursday, November 3, 2022 | BROBBEL, Everdina ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Peacefully at Glen Hill Strathaven on Monday, October 24, 2022 at the age of 96. Predeceased by her loving husband Job. Beloved mother of Lena, Adrian (Marilyn), Thea (Peter), Wilf (Hetty), Peter (Pat) and John. Grandmother of 15 grandchildren and 26 great- grandchildren. Survived by her brothers Theo and Michiel. A special thank you to the staff of Glen Hill Strathaven. Funeral Services have taken place. Everdina has been laid to rest with her husband at Mount Lawn Funeral Home and Cemetery, 21 Garrard Rd. Whitby, Ontario. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer's Society would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.mountlawn.ca FERRANTE, Neil Mario May 12, 1968 - August 28, 2022 ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Passed away suddenly on August 28th, 2022 at the age of 54. Husband of Joselyn. Loving son of the late Lorna McDougall and loving step-son to Doug McDougall. Loving brother to Frank (predeceased), Michael (Katherine) and Mario (Kelly). Dear Grandson of the late Leo and Hazel Foley and Assunta Ferrante. Fondly remembered by his aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Free- spirited and always living life his way, Neil will be fondly remembered for his love of being outdoors, fishing and his immense love of animals, especially his dogs. Visitation was held at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway #2, Courtice (905- 432-8484) on Saturday, October 29th, 2022 from 12:30 p.m. until time of Celebration of Life in the Chapel at 1:30 p.m. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.courticefuneralchapel.com. MENARD, Lana ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Passed away with family by her side, on Friday, October 28, 2022 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 91. Loving mother of Ron, Rick (Wendy), and Robert (Deb). Cherished grandmother of Jeremy (Jenna), Amy (Andrew), Becky, and Leah and great-grandmother of Landon, Harper, Kinsley, Harlee, and Ryanne. Lana was a dedicated volunteer and a wonderful artist. A Graveside Service was held at Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens. Arrangements entrusted to Armstrong Funeral Home, Oshawa. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society. Online condolences may be shared at www.armstrongfh.ca PETRIE, Frank George Oldershaw October 23, 2022 ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Frank passed away peacefully, in Whitby, on October 23, 2022. He was in his 92nd year. Frank was born on October 26, 1930 in Edinburgh, Scotland and served as a Chief Petty Officer in the British Royal Navy during the Korean War. In 1954 Frank married Elizabeth (Betty) Gourlay and lived in Bathgate, Scotland, raising their daughter Anne and twin sons Ian and Allan. The decision was made to emigrate to Canada and the Spring of 1963 saw the young family relocate to Whitby, Ontario. Frank began working for The City of Oshawa in 1965 and stayed with the Recreation Division until his retirement in 1994. Hobbies included curling and lawn bowling, travelling and in later years, immersing himself into all the Sports Channels available. Frank was predeceased in death by his beloved Betty (April 2011) and is survived by his daughter; (Elizabeth) Anne (Dahmer) and his twin sons Ian and Allan (and their families). Special mention and heartfelt thanks to the following: Frank's next door neighbour Sharon for all of her help and friendly chats over the years; Debbie McVey for her valued friendship and to Mary Hilton for her unwavering support to Frank and son Ian after Betty's death. As per his wishes, cremation will take place. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the R.S. McLaughlin Regional Cancer Centre. Online condolences may be shared at www.armstrongfh.ca SIMPSON, Gail Janette 1951-2022 ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa at the age of 71. Beloved wife of the late Bob Simpson. Daughter of the late Margaret and Leonard Stainton. Loving mother of Jeff (Devyn) and Jessica (Warren). Cherished Grandma of Ellyana, Olivya, Ashton, and Blake. Adored sister of David and predeceased by sisters Linda and Doris. Gail will be lovingly remembered by her entire family as well as many friends. A Memorial Service will be held at NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME, 53 Division St. N. Bowmanville on Saturday, November 5th at 11 a.m. Memorial Donations may be made to The Victoria Order of Nurses or Community Care Durham. Online condolences may be left at: www.northcuttelliott.com SOUTH, Lila Maude ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Peacefully with her family by her side at Lakeridge Health Ajax on Sunday, October 30, 2022, at age 96. Lila, loving mother Sandra, Randy, Debbie, Norma and Nancy. Proud nana of Brianna, Venessa, Bradley, Matthew, Ashley, Kyle, Jeffery, Lianne, Shaun, Rachael and great- grandma of 15. Dear sister of the late Mildred and James. Lila will be lovingly remembered by her nieces, nephews, family and friends. Family and loved ones will be received at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby (North of Hwy 2) 905-443-3376 on Thursday, November 3, 2022 from 10 am until the time of Memorial Service in the chapel at 11am. Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at www.mountlawn.ca. WEIR, Gordon Robert "Bob" May 17, 1936 - October 29, 2022 ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ With deep sorrow and sadness in our hearts we announce the passing of Gordon Robert "Bob" Weir (Childhood Nick name Buster) at Fairview Lodge Saturday, October 29, 2022. Much loved husband of 65 years to Margaret Ethel Weir (nee McPherson). Much loved father to Gordon Weir (Sandra), Anne Ball (the late Murray) and Kim Macdonald (Glen Duncan). Proud grand- father of Rob Weir (Julie), Aleisha Macdonald, Ashley Dion (Paul), Meaghan Dillon (Brian) and Warren Ball (Allyson Garvey). Great-grand- father to Emily and Khalen. Dear brother of Marilyn Douglas and Donna Strickler. Bob is now reunited with his loving parents Gordon and Annabelle Weir and his sister Janine Easton. Bob wore a smile always and lived life to his fullest with many chapters / businesses and adventures in life. A & A Air Conditioning, The Castle Hotel and Busters Roadhouse and Tavern, his many farms with cattle, pigs, sheep, chickens, ostriches and emus. Bob loved his many homes in Florida where he and Marg could relax and enjoy the sun with many family and friends. Bob's wishes were to be cremated. Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 3rd from 10 - 11 a.m. at NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME, 53 Division Street North Bowmanville. The family will be holding a private service. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations may be made to Alzheimer's Society. 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