District Chief Henrick “Rick” Batelaan – Jan 31st, 1964 – July 17th, 2023 It is with great sadness that we inform the membership of the passing of our active member DC Rick Batelaan, at the age of 59. He passed at home with his family by his side. District Chief Batelaan started with the Scarborough Fire Department on May 27th, … Read More
Tim Weeks Retirement party
RETIREMENT PARTY FOR: DC/APC TIM WEEKS Wednesday, August 23, 2023, 7 pm Tickets: $25 includes food, gifts and presentation – Available from all South DCs and 332 DContact: Steven Buckingham 332 D, (416) 554-0156Etransfer: stevenbuckingham@hotmail.com The ticket will be held at the door.Location – Royal Canadian Legion Branch #101, Long Branch, 3580 Lakeshore Blvd W, Etobicoke.*Located across from Long Branch … Read More
Alexander McMillen Funeral Notice
APC Alexander McMillen – 23 Jun 1932 ~ 08 Jul 2023 Passed away peacefully at the age of 91. He was surrounded and cared for by his son Greg (Diann), daughter Sandra (Steve), son Stewart (Susan), grandchildren Dorothy, Candice (Mario), Beckham, Edward, William, and great-grandchildren Elise and Hayden. He was predeceased in death by his first wife Dorothy, second wife … Read More
Michael J. Iwasin
Captain Michael J. Iwasin – 06 Jun 1939 ~ 19 Jun 2023 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Iwasin. He passed away comfortably in hospital surrounded by family; he was 84. Michael was predeceased by his son John and leaves behind his wife, Marlene (nee Toby) of 60 years, and his daughter Susanne. He … Read More
Ralph Amero Funeral Notice
Marine Captain Ralph Amero – Oct 24th, 1934 – July 9th, 2023 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Ralph on Sunday, July 9, 2023, following a courageous battle with bladder cancer. Cherished husband of Joan (nee O’Brien) for 64 years. Loving father of Richard (Darlene) of Pickering and John (Lisa) of P.E.I. Ralph … Read More
David Gazey Funeral Notice
David Gazey – July 17, 1940 ~ June 30, 2023 In the early morning hours of June 30, David passed peacefully at home at the age of 82 after a brief stay in hospital. David is survived by his devoted wife Alice with whom he has shared the past 41 years, his son Daryl (who now lives in Calgary) and … Read More
Wilfred James Walter Funeral Notice
Captain Wilfred James Walter – 02 Apr 1939 ~ 30 Jun 2023 Walter, Wilfred James (Jim) Toronto Fire Captain (Retired), passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Friday, June 30th, 2023, after a lengthy battle with cancer.Jim is survived by his wife Jacqueline (nee Chambers) of 65 years, and his daughters, Christine (Keith) Norris of … Read More
Gord Moses Funeral Notice
District Chief Gordon R. Moses – 21 Aug 1943 ~ 05 Jun 2023 Gord Moses Born Aug 21, 1943, Died in hospital with family by his side on June 5, 2023, he was 79 years of age. A former Air Traffic Controller, Gord began his career with the Toronto Fire Department on the 22nd of April 1966. He was promoted … Read More