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GRAHAM, Kenneth
Thursday, July 03, 2008

Passed away at the Sault Area Hospital - Plummer Site on Thursday, July 3, 2008 at the age of 57 years. Beloved husband and soul mate of Shelley. Dear father of Cara Dorans (Glen McLean) and Ken Jr. (fiance Chrissy Taylor). Loving grandfather of Michael and Rylee Dorans, Kaylee, Alissa, Tyson, Kenneth and Preslee Graham. Son of Gladys and the late Kenneth Graham. Brother of Roy Graham (Cookie), Gayle Zufelt (Bill), Pat Fioramanti (Tony), Judy LaHaye (Tom) and the late Don Graham (Maxine). Son-in-law of Ronald Taylor (Andrea McDonnell) and the late Florence Taylor. Brother-in-law of Carole Case (Robert), Ron Taylor (Lynne) and Pam Taylor (Paul Foisy). Kenneth will be fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews and close friends, especially Blaise and Sam Farrell, Jim and Laura Vossos, Ron and Roseanne Lamon, Al and Deb Moore. He will be sadly missed by his dog Lucky. Friends may call at the Northwood Funeral Home (942 Great Northern Road 945-7758) on Saturday, July 5, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. until time of funeral service in the Chapel at 12:00 noon with Reverend Betty Pretty officiating. Interment at Greenwood Cemetery. Memorial donations made to the Sault Area Hospital Oncology Unit would be appreciated by the family. Thank you to Dr. D. Walde and the nursing staff at the SAH Cancer Clinic and Palliative Care Unit for the care given to Ken.

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STAC, HELEN
Thursday, July 03, 2008

At Sault Area Hospital on Wednesday, July 2, 2008 Helen (Stilin) Stac. Beloved wife of the late Stephen Stac. Helen was also predeceased by her brothers John, Frank, and Albert Stilin and her sisters Mildred Tchorzeski, Rose Krmpotich and Mary Tomasino. She is survived by many nephews and nieces. Friends may call at O’Sullivan Donnelly Funeral Home and Cremation Center, corner of Cathcart and St. James Sts. Monday, July 7th from 10am to 11:30am. Funeral Mass St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Church, St. Georges Ave. at noon with Rev. Jaroslaw Lazoryk officiating. Entombment at Holy Sepulchre Mausoleum. Donations to St. Mary’s Ukrainian Church or ARCH would be appreciated.

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Bernth, Mrs Ramona Lydia
Wednesday, July 02, 2008

After a brief illness at the Munson Medical Centre, Traverse City on Sunday June 29, 2008. Ramona Bernth of Sault Ste Marie Michigan in her 70th year, beloved wife of Leo Bernth. Loving step-mother of Jan Gough (Kevin) of Cyprus Texas and Cheryl Samson (Arthur) of Pinehurst Texas. Dear sister of Dennis Stone of Poplar Dale and Denver Stone (Michelle Moore) of Sudbury. Dear aunt of Charlotte and Nathan Stone both of Sudbury. Dear daughter of the late Cedric and Edith Stone. Resting at the Northland Central United Church, Ophir on Saturday July 5, 2008 from 10am until time of service at 11 o’clock. Interment in the Sands Cemetery. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society gratefully accepted.

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CUERRIER, Richard
Wednesday, July 02, 2008

Suddenly at his residence on Saturday, June 29, 2008 at the age of 53 years. Proud and beloved father of Tyrell and Ashley. Dear son of the late Leonard and Eva Cuerrier. Brother of Pat MacDonald (Ken), Robert, Earl, Tara Crowder (Albert) and Trina Mount. At Rick's request there will be no public visitation but a memorial service will be held at a later date. Donations to ARCH would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the Arthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 759-2522.

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DiLUZIO, Giulia
Wednesday, July 02, 2008

Surrounded by her family at the Sault Area Hospital - General Site on Monday, June 30, 2008 at the age of 93 years. Beloved wife of the late Urbano. Dear mother of Antonio (Anna) and John (Katherine). Nonna of Melissa Bruzas (Josh), Miranda DiLuzio (fiance Brock Tully), Giuliano DiLuzio, Chris DiLuzio (fiance Jana Clarke), Jeff DiLuzio (Stella) and Tamara DiLuzio. Great Nonna of Connor Bruzas and Caeleigh DiLuzio. Sister of Marietta of Italy, the late Teresa, late Davina, late Rosina, late Giuseppe and the late Carolina Volpe of Sault Ste. Marie. Sister-in-law of Marianna Offidani (Joseph) of Sault Ste. Marie. Giulia will be fondly remembered by her many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Northwood Funeral Home (942 Great Northern Road 945-7758) on Friday evening from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral mass at St. Gregory's Church on Saturday, July 5, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. with Monsignor Victor Amadio officiating. Interment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorial donations made to the Ontario Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

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HAASE, Margaret
Wednesday, July 02, 2008

At the FJ Davey Home on Sunday, June 29, 2008 at the age of 85 years. Beloved wife of Glenn. Dear mother of David (Sandra), Margaret Derosiers (Gene), Murray (Monica) and Kenneth (Chantal). Grandmother of Tamara (Scott), Sean, Glenn (Lisa), Herbert (Tracy), Jason, Peter, Julie and Kevin. Great grandmother of Cody, Avery, Matthew, Eddie and Shauna. Friends may call at the Arthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre on Saturday, July 5, 2008 from 10:30 am until time of memorial service in the chapel at 12 pm. Mr. Bruce Cain officiating. Donations to the Algoma Lung Association would be appreciated by the family.

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HEBERT, Paul Henri
Wednesday, July 02, 2008

At the Sault Area Hospital - General Site on Wednesday, July 2, 2008 at the age of 87 years. Beloved husband of the late Yvonne Cecile Hebert. Dear father of Gisele Kangas (Eric), Jean-Claude Hebert and Gerald Hebert. Grandfather of Nina and Lisa Kangas. Friends may call at the Northwood Funeral Home (942 Great Northern Road 945-7758) on Friday, July 4, 2008 from 2:00 p.m. until time of funeral service in the Chapel at 3:00 p.m. Interment at Holy Sepluchre Cemetery. Memorial donations made to the Ontario Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

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PENFOLD, Gerald Robert
Wednesday, July 02, 2008

(April 23, 1929 - June 30, 2008) With sadness, relief for Jerry's pain, suffering and dignity to fight this devastating illness. We the family announce the passing of a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend. Beloved husband and best friend of Sandra (nee Drebit). Loving father of Debbie Logan, Bobbi Lee and her husband Les MacKenzie. Grandfather of Rya (Darren Ibit), the late Aaron MacKenzie, Nathan MacKenzie, Jesse, Emma Lee, Jake Logan and new great grandfather to Mitchell Logan. Dear son of the late James and Matilda Penfold. Dear brother of Clayton, Lloyd, Jimmy (Doreen), Barry (Carole), Pauline Kovacevich (Gary) and predeceased by Wallace and Joyce. Brother-in-law to Bob Drebit. Jerry will be fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Northwood Funeral Home (942 Great Northern Road 945-7758) on Saturday, July 5, 2008 from 1:00 p.m. until time of funeral service in the Chapel at 3:00 p.m. with Reverend Betty Pretty officiating. Memorial donations made to Alzheimer Society - Sault Ste. Marie and Algoma Lung Association would be appreciated by the family. Our family would like to thank the General Hospital Emergency staff (especially nurse Shayna) for their compasssion and professional care.

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SIRVIO, Karin
Wednesday, July 02, 2008

Our dear mother passed away on Monday, June 30, 2008 in her 72nd year. Beloved husband of Eino. Loving mother of Susan and Richard (Lisa). Sister of Lillian Positano, Norma Newbigging, Erik Laursen (Mona) and Linda Mercer (Ed). Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Arthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre on Friday, July 4, 2008 from 11 am until time of funeral service in the chapel at 1 pm. Rev. Canon Earl Burke officiating. Interment Greenwood Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the Sault Ste. Marie Humane Society or the Ontario Heart & Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated by the family.

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BISHOP, Curtis
Monday, June 30, 2008

It is with the greatest sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Curtis Bishop on Monday, June 30, 2008 at the age of 52 years. Much loved husband and best friend of Patti for 31 years. Best Daddy in the world to Sarah and Alaina (and Maggie too). Cherished brother of Jean Bishop and Jim Bishop (Bonnie). Predeceased by his parents Roy and Frances Bishop. Son-in-law of Marsha Shoemaker (late Murray) and the late Tony Rosso and Grampa Tony. Best friend and brother-in-law of Carl Rosso (Lynn) and Anthony Rosso (Sherri). Loving uncle of Nicole, Michael, Lindsay, Alex and Jay-man and Darrell, Dean and Janine. Dedicated friend of many. We will miss Curtis' smile, sense of humour and most of all, the love he showed us every single day. Friends may call at the Northwood Funeral Home (942 Great Northern Road 945-7758) on Thursday evening from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral service at Willowgrove United Church on Friday, July 4, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. with Mrs. Helen Smith officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations made to the Ontario Heart & Stroke Foundation or ARCH would be appreciated by the family.
“We Love You More”

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DUGUAY, Gilda Claire
Monday, June 30, 2008

Peacefully on Sunday, June 29, 2008 at the Sault Area Hospital - General Site in her 79th year. Loving wife of Albert "Bud" for 51 years. Sister of Glenna Hanna (late Eldon), Bill Sharpe (Bonnie) and late Margaret Colebrook (Late Griff). Sister in law of Mae Roberts, Donald Duguay (late Mabel), predeceased by Norman, Carl, Harold, Bill, Gerry, Leonard, Lorraine, Marie and Vi. Special aunt and second mother of Vera Williamson (Randy), Ann Foggia and Ed Sharpe. Sadly missed by her many nieces and nephews. A private family service will be held. Memorial contributions to the New SAH Fund or ARCH would be appreciated by the family.

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ROBINSON, Dr. William (Bill) Harvey
Monday, June 30, 2008

Suddenly passed away at home on Saturday, June 28, 2008 at the age of 55 years. Beloved husband of Joni Aikens. Loving father of Jacob & Chris. Step-father of Roberta Wilson-Garrett (Elmer) and Caleb Aikens. Grandfather of Christine, Richard, Robert, Amanda, Erin, Patrick, and Robbie. Dear brother of Bob (Fran), Barb (Dale), Bev (Butch) and the late Brad. Bill will be remembered by his niece Jessica and nephew Jaimie. Friends may call at the Zion Lutheran Church on Thursday, July 3, 2008 from 11 am until time of Memorial Service at 1 pm. Rev. Jouko Jyrkama officiating. Memorial contributions to Pauline's Place or to the Zion Lutheran Church would be appreciated by the family.

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DAYNARD, Leitta Margaret
Sunday, June 29, 2008

"A Gentle Soul" Peacefully on Saturday, June 28, 2008 at the F.J. Davey Home at the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late Melvin. Cherished mother of Christine Triplett (late Robert), Elsie Childs (late Robert), late Roy (Shirley), Dave (Irene), Leslie (Pat) and the late Gary. Grandmother of 16, 2 predeceased. Many great and great great grandchildren. Sister of Gladys Horner (late Bill) and predeceased by Frank, Cliff, Earl, Lorne, Don, Robert, Florence and Norma. Survived by many nieces and nephews. She will be met in heaven by her best friend the late Dorothy Sherman. Friends may call at the Arthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre on Wednesday, July 2, 2008 from 1 p.m. until time of service in the chapel at 3 p.m. Mrs. Karen Cliffe officiating. Interment Greenwood Cemetery. Donations to A.R.C.H. or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

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PLASTINO, Giovanna (Jean) (Nee Friyia)
Sunday, June 29, 2008

God Our Heavenly Father called another angel home. She joins her beloved husband Carmen (1998) on their 66th Wedding Anniversary. Cherished mother of Carl wife Peggy, Vincent wife Dora, Francis (Frank) wife Lynda, Richard wife Gloria, Carmen Jr. wife Amber, Jean Ann Rudak husband John and the late John (1950). Much loved grandmother of Lorena, Richard Jr., Susan, Anne, Christina, Brian, Casey, Rob, Pamela, Michael, Alexandra and Zachary. Great grandmother of 13. Dear daughter of the late Dominic and Rose Friyia. She leaves behind friend and sister Theresa Bugyra. Predeceased by brothers James, Joe, Anthony, Vincent and Salvador and sisters Isabel and Blanche. A great help to the Knights of Columbus Volunteering at St. Vincent De Paul Soup Kitchen. She was also a member of St. Joseph the Worker Parish for 44 years. Friends and family may call at the Arthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre on Tuesday, July 1, 2008 from 6 - 9 p.m. Funeral Mass at St. Joseph the Worker on Wednesday, July 2, 2008 at 11 a.m. Father Krzysztof Niewinski officiating. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Donations to St. Vincent De Paul Soup Kitchen would be appreciated.

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PURVITIS, M.
Friday, June 27, 2008

"Minto" died at the General Hospital on Friday, June 27th after suffering a stroke Sunday night. Survived by his older brother, "Duke" Purvitis. Minto was a well known artist, known for his "Minto" wildlife prints done in ink points and meticulous portraits done in coloured pencils. He was born in Latvia lived in Kaslo, B.C. and Sault Ste. Marie. In respecting Minto's wishes there will be no funeral service. Arrangements entrusted to the Arthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre (705-759-2522). Best of luck to all my friends. See you soon!

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