Sessford, Paul

Uxbridge Chapel

September 1st 1949 - January 27th, 2012

On Saturday we will say goodbye to one of the most decent men amongst us. Paul passed away very unexpectedly in the early morning of Friday, January
27, 2012 at his home in Sandford, ON. Paul was predeceased by his mother, Beryl Sessford, brother, Mark Sessford and late wife, Angela, to whom he was a most loving and selfless husband for 18 years until her tragic death. A second chance at true love came when Paul met Perri Mahon, with whom he blissfully shared the next 21 years of his life. He was the devoted and beloved father of Chris, Wendy, Nick, Jamie and Steven and adored grandfather of Nicole and Angie. Loyal, loving son of Donald Sessford and dear brother of Jeremy and Andrew. Truly admired father in law of Ron McCarthy and Brandy Moran. Much-loved brother in law of Geoffrey and Philip Strauch, Josie Sessford, Chrissy Sessford, Frances Sessford, Steve and Sean Mahon; Kind & thoughtful uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Service will be held on Saturday, February 4, 2012 from 2 - 4 pm at The Rotary Glen Banquet Centre (1857 Queen St. W, Brampton, ON.) In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the Stephen Lewis Foundation. Heartfelt thanks to our family and friends for their tremendous love and  support. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Low and Low Funeral Home, Uxbridge (905) 852-3073.
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Smith, Verna Eleen  (Nee: Geer)

Uxbridge Chapel

Passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 28th, 2012 at Caressant Care Nursing Home, Mary Street, Lindsay. Finally she has her wish to join her beloved Gordon (2008). Loving mother of Jim (Shelia) of Honey Harbour and Jack (Janis) of Bobcaygeon. Missed by her grandchildren Sarah, Bryan, Trevor and Michael. As Verna is the last generation in the Geer family from the Uxbridge and Port Perry area, Verna will be remembered by several generations of nieces and nephews. She was known to be headstrong and until shortly before her death, she remembered all the family members by name and birhtdate. She was lovingly cared for by a kind and supportive staff at Caressant Care, where she lived her last 7 years. A funeral service for Verna was held on Monday, January 30th, 2012 at 3:00 p.m. at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main Street, South, Uxbridge (905) 852 – 3073 with visiting from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Burial at Uxbridge Cemetery. In Verna’s memory, donations may be made to the St. Andrew’s – Chalmers Presbyterian Church. 
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Visconti, Rocchina

Uxbridge Chapel

Passed away at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital on Saturday, January 21, 2012 at the age of 76.  Predeceased by her loving husband Raffaele.  Cherished mother of Leonard (Jo-Anne), Rocco, Dominic (Genevieve) and Tina (Gary).  Proud Nona of David, Christopher, Steven, Rachel, Alicia, Stephanie, Brianna, Michelle and Julian.  Beloved sister of Rocco and the late Maria.  Rocchina will be missed.  A visitation was held at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S. Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Monday, January 23, 2012 from 2 – 4 p.m. and 7 – 9 p.m. A Funeral Mass was held at the Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church (70 Toronto St. N. Uxbridge) on Tuesday, January 24, 2012 at 11 a.m.  Interment Holy Cross Cemetery, Thornhill.  If desired, donations may  be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.
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Darling, Noreen

Port Perry Chapel

Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Port Perry on Tuesday, January 17th, 2012 in her 87th year.  Noreen Darling, Wife of the late Eric Darling.  Loving mother of John (Lynda), Dennis (Beth), Ron (Glenda), Linda (Greg) McNair.  Dear grandmother of Aaron, Adrianna, Courtney, Eric, Geoffrey, Darryl, Dianne and great-grandaughter Lucy.  Sister of Neil, Don, Gerald, Myrna, Dean and predeceased by Everett and Barbara.  Noreen will be sadly missed by her many nieces, nephews and friends.  Family and friends were received at Low and Low Funeral Home, 1763 Reach St., Port Perry (905-985-7331) on Friday, January 20th, 2012 for visitation from 10-11:30a.m.  A funeral service was held in the chapel at 11:30a.m.  Reception followed at the funeral home.  Interment took place at Groveside Cemetery, Brooklin.  Memorial donations to the Parkinson`s Society would be greatly appreciated.
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Jones, Mary Victoria  (Nee: Evans)

Uxbridge Chapel

Peacefully, on Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at Ross Memorial Hospital, Lindsay. At age 97. Mary beloved wife of the late Robert. Dear mother to George and his wife Marilyn, Patricia and her husband Warren Thomson and Clive (deceased) and his wife Tish Jones. Fondly remembered by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Predeceased by brothers Adelaide, John and Pierre. Rested at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. South, Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Sunday, January 22, 2012 from 2:00 – 4:00 and 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. A funeral service was be held in the chapel on Monday, January 23, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. Reception followed. Interment at Uxbridge Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your own choice.
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Archer, Margaret Jane Ester

Uxbridge Chapel

April 11, 1914 – January 16, 2012

Went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 16, 2012 at the age of 97.  Predeceased by her husband George and her son Joseph.  Loving mother of Sharon and Dawn.  Cherished grandma of Debbie, Erin, Andrea, Jill and Tammy.  Great grandma of Benjamin, Georgia, Nicholas, Lucas, Natalie and Isabella.  Survived by her loving brother Donald Whiteside.  Will be missed by many nieces and nephews. A visitation was held at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S. Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Thursday, January 19, 2012 from 7-9 p.m.  A Funeral Service took place in the chapel on Friday, January 20, 2012 at 1 p.m.  Interment to follow in the spring.  If so desired, donations may be made to World Vision Canada. 
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Robertson, Douglas James

Uxbridge Chapel

Passed away at the Bon Air Nursing Home in Cannington on Monday, January 16, 2012 at the age of 74.  Loving father of Dale (Pam), Debbie, Mike (Kim), Larry, and Terry (Laura).  Proud grandpa of Jeff, Jordan, Taylor, Mikayla, Megan, Cole, Steffi and Daniella.  He will be missed by his sister Mary and his brother Murray (Carol) and many nieces and nephews.A visitation was held at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S. Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Saturday, January 21, 2012 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.  A private service will be held at a later date.  If desired, donations may be made to the Lung Association.  
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Graham, Douglas Murray
Uxbridge Chapel

Douglas Murray Graham, son of Gordon and Beatrice Graham passed away Sunday, January 15, 2012, due to pneumonia at age 63.  Douglas successfully battled for nearly 30 years through his Multiple Sclerosis rarely missing a day of work.  Our father graduated from Upper Canada College excelling in mathematics with an intense love for football and cricket.  Douglas will live on through his two sons, Bradley and Christopher, with their respective families. 
There will be a celebration of life for Douglas for all who knew him at the Trillium Trails Event Centre (53 Snow Ridge Court, Oshawa) (905)655-3754 www.trilliumtrails.com  on Friday, January 20, 2012 from 4 - 9pm.   As an alternative to flowers the family is asking for donations to the Sick Kids Foundation or a non-perishable food item that we will deliver to the food bank.  Funeral arrangements entrusted to Low and Low Funeral Home Uxbridge (905) 852-3073. 
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Brown, Colleen Nora
(nee Gordon)

Port Perry Chapel

It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Colleen Brown on Friday, January 13, 2012 at the age of 62 years. Colleen's love of life and great sense of humour never waivered throughout her courageous battle against ALS. Colleen, beloved wife and best friend of Bruce (Buie) Brown. Much loved daughter of Vera and the late John Gordon. Dear sister of Janice, John and the late Norma. Loving aunt to many nieces and nephews. Colleen will be sadly missed but never forgotten by her family and many friends. The family of Colleen Brown will receive friends at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 1763 Reach Street, Port Perry 905-985-7331, on Saturday, February 18, 2012 from 11:00am to 1:00pm. A memorial service to celebrate Colleen's life will be held in the chapel at 1:00pm. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the ALS Society of Ontario or to a charity of your choice.
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Cummins, Phyllis Elizabeth        

Uxbridge Chapel

Passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Southlake Hospital on January 12, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Loving mother of Margaret and her husband Kenneth Bice, Robert and his wife Wanda, Gordon and his wife Kristine. Dear grandmother of Joseph, Matthew, Christopher and Jennifer.The family did receive friends at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St., South, Uxbridge (905) 852 – 3073 on Tuesday, January 17, 2012 from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. A funeral service was be held in the chapel on Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. A reception followed. Private Interment at Uxbridge Cemetery. In Phyllis’ memory, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
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Berry, Viola   (Nee: Sylvester)

Uxbridge Chapel

Peacefully at Bloomington Cove in her 95th year.  Loving wife of Marshall (deceased).  Survived by her daughters Jeanette Walker and Margaret Morrison; grandchildren Rebecca, Anita, Lisa and Russ, Christina, Brad and Michelle; great grandchildren Zacharie, Carleigh, Nathaniel, Natalie, Daniel, Braedon, Chesley, Levi, Quinn, Wyatt and Hunter and great great grandchildren. A visitation was held on Saturday, January 14, 2012 at the St. Andrew’s Chalmers Presbyterian Church, Uxbridge at 10:00 a.m. followed by a funeral service at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Andrew’s Chalmers Presbyterian Church or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.Funeral arrangements entrusted to Low and Low Funeral Home, Uxbridge (905) 852-3073.
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Graham, William John 
WWII RCAF
R262454 

Uxbridge Chapel

Peacefully after a brief illness at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital in his 87th year.  Cherished husband of Darlene (nee: Taylor) for 56 years.  Loving Father of William Jr. (Angela), Matthew (Leslie), Sherri (Bill), Mark, Jeffrey (Melanie) and Samuel (Kathy).  Proud Granddad of William, Michael, Jarrod (Sarah), Dylan, Heidi (Biju), Holli (Kyle), Ryker, Andrew, Michael, Jarrod.  Great granddad of Jade.  Survived by his sisters Velma Bowen (the late Walt) and Jean Garlick (the late Doug), his nephews and friend Sheila Shaw.  In honoring Bill’s wishes, cremation has taken place.  A Celebration of Bill’s Life was held at the Goodwood United Church on Saturday, January 14, 2012 at 2 p.m.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Goodwood United Church or the Lung Association.  Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Low and Low Funeral Home, Uxbridge (905) 852-3073. 
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Skerratt, Franklin Ernest
September 9, 1924 – January 10, 2012

Uxbridge Chapel

Passed away peacefully at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital on Tuesday, January 10, 2012.  Frank, beloved husband of Muriel (nee: Forsyth).  Loving father of Marian and Barbara (Michael Morrison).  Proud grandfather of James and John Munro, Beth (Jeff Friend), Brian and Aaron (Sabrina) Morrison and great grandfather of Rebeca, Jessica, Jacob, Reily, Grace and Elizabeth. Predeceased by brothers Walter, George, David Henry, Robert and Edwin.  A memorial service to celebrate Franks life will be held at a later date.  In his memory donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.  Funeral arrangements entrusted to Low and Low Funeral Home, Uxbridge (905) 852-3073. 
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Di Natale, Lydia

Uxbridge Chapel

Peacefully, Lydia Di Natale passed away in her sleep in the early hours of Monday, January 9, 2012.  She leaves behind her husband Angelo, her children Jamie (Xenia), Lisa (Gary), Adam, Jordache (Amie), Jayson, Kyanna (Ginni) and her loving grandchildren Brandon, Chelsea, Carter and Lincoln.  A Funeral Service was held at the Low and Low Funeral Home 23 Main St. S. Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Friday, January 13, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. with visiting from 4:30-6:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
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French, Dylan

Uxbridge Chapel

Tragically on Friday, January 6, 2012 at the age of 20.  Cherished and adored son of Jamie and Cheryl.  Proud big brother of Nicole.  Grandson of Eric Latham and Adele York (Bardon).  Nephew of Paddy and Lucy French, Lindsay French, Cathy and Norm Carmanicho, Steve and Elaine Latham and Mike and Amy Latham.  Cousin of Lauren and Tricia French and Eric and Ryan Latham. Dylan embraced life, his family and friends were his world.  He will be greatly missed.  A visitation was held at the St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church (12251 Concession 7, Leaskdale) on Tuesday, January 10, 2012 from 2 – 4 p.m. and 7 – 9 p.m. A Funeral Service was held at the St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church on Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at 2 p.m. 
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Uxbridge Boys Tigers Hockey (Please make cheques payable to: Uxbridge Secondary School - Please write Dylan French Memorial Fund in memo line).  Funeral arrangements entrusted to Low and Low Funeral Home, Uxbridge (905) 852-3073. 
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Forder, Dorothy Fay   (nee Howsam)

Port Perry Chapel

Passed away peacefully in the presence of family at Lakeridge Health, Port Perry on Wednesday, January 4, 2012 in her 81st year.                                                                 
"GOD`S FINGER TOUCHED HER, THEN SHE SLEPT"
Dorothy, wife of the late Howard Forder, loving mother of Brenda, Brian (Donna), Brad (Sharon) and Leslie (Andrew Kingsmill). Dear Grandmother of Kristin (Gary), Kyle, Fawn, Chantal, Lauren, Ashley and Lesley (Dustin). Great grandmother of Alora, Nevaeh, Brooklyn and Jordan. Dorothy will be missed by her brother Bob (Norma) Howsam, her sister Vera (Dave) Richardson and predeceased by her sister Louise Carnegie and brother-in-law Don Carnegie. She will be fondly remembered by her many nieces, nephews and friends. Family and friends were received at the Low & Low Funeral Home, 1763 Reach Street, Port Perry, 905-985-7331, on Friday, January 6, 2012 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. A celebration of Dorothy`s life was held in the chapel on Saturday, January 7, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. A reception followed at the funeral home. A private family interment was held later at Pine Grove Cemetery, Prince Albert. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Port Perry Hospital Foundation would be appreciated. 
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McLoughlin, George Bernard

Uxbridge Chapel

To Love and Be Loved is the Greatest Joy

George passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 4, 2012 at the age of 83, without pain and surrounded by his family. A true gentleman to the end, He bore his tribulations with characteristic silence, no wanting to be a burden to anyone. He will be forever loved and missed by Thora, his wife of 59 years and his children Paul (Jen), Catherine, Peter (Lorna), Sean, Francine (Robert), Anne-Marie and his son-in-law Stuart. He is happily reunited with his darling Suzanne. Proud grandfather of Sean, Patrick, Matthew, Daniel, Adam, Brett, Kyle, Conner, Carly and Hailey and dear brother of Patricia and the late Maire.  A Funeral service was held at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. South, Uxbridge, (905) 852 – 3073 on Saturday, January 7, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. in the chapel, with visiting from 11:00 – 12:00 p.m. Reception followed at Branch 170 of the Royal Canadian Legion, 109 Franklin St., Uxbridge, (905) 852 – 5293.In lieu of flowers, donations to the Sick Kids Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Society would be appreciated.
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Alun Morgan

Uxbridge Chapel

Born in Bridgend, South Wales and for the last 25 years living in Zephyr, Ontario. Alun passed away January 1st, 2012 after a courageous battle with Multiple Myeloma cancer. Alun was the beloved son of the late Dewi and Hazel Morgan and brother of Hugh and David. A devoted husband to Sally and a proud and loving father to Greg (Jennifer), Dane, Holly and Luke (Nicole). Much loved son-in-law to Gwen and Les Mogford and brother-in-law to Ceri (Kevin) Mogford. Best friend of Lorie and Ron Winter and many others who delighted in his company. Alun lived his life with passion, he developed an early interest in music and performing and successfully enjoyed a career as a recording artist, playing with his band, Crys, which he formed with fellow school mates. He loved being Welsh and Canadian and was proud of being both. His passion for the outdoors and sports was only eclipsed by his tremendous love for his family and God. Alun was respected for his integrity and his ability to bring out the best in whose ever company he kept. He worked for the last 20 years in OPG (Pickering) where he developed many strong and wonderful relationships which he treasured. Never without a smile, always looking for an adventure or a problem to solve, he leaves his family and friends with many special memories. Family and friends were received at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. South, Uxbridge, (905) 852 – 3073 on Thursday, January 5, 2012 from 6 – 8p.m. A Funeral service was held on Friday, January 6, 2012 at 2p.m. From St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church, Leaskdale. Reception followed. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Princess Margaret Hospital Multiple Myeloma.
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