Funeral Archive

In Memoriam Retired Captain Donald Kent Ball January 12, 1935 – May 1, 2025 We are saddened to share the news of the passing of Retired Toronto Fire Department Captain Donald Kent Ball, who passed away peacefully at the age of 90. Captain Ball began his career with the Toronto Fire Department on November 29, 1957, and served with unwavering dedication … Read More

Firefighter Keith M. Ralph – 1942 – 2025 Surrounded by his family at North Shore Health Network – Blind River on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, Keith peacefully passed away at the age of 82. Loving husband of Margaret Ralph, proud stepfather to William (Anna), Sharon (Greg), Robin, and Darcy (Nicole), and proud step-grandfather to Issy and Shayna. He will be … Read More

Firefighter Frederick H. Marks – Aug 1941 – Apr 2025 Peacefully at Ed’s House Northumberland Hospice in Cobourg on Sunday, April 20th, 2025, Fred Marks passed away at 83 years of age. Cherished husband of Samantha Marks (nee Whitney). Loving father of Sarah, Ron, Ross and Scott. Dear grandpa of Rachel, Eliza, Emily, Allison, Johnathan, Justine, Sarah and Craig. Predeceased … Read More

Funeral Information for David Thomas MacDonald GTMAA-16Apr2025 RIP, Our Dear Friend Dave MacDonald! Gone but Never Forgotten Celebrating the Life of David Thomas MacDonald David slipped away peacefully at Southlake Health on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, with his girls by his side. David was the beloved husband of Peggy (nee Burnett). Devoted father to Pauline (James Sadlier) and Jennifer. Loving … Read More

Captain Robert John Wilson – 1933 – 2025 WILSON ROBERT JOHN, Peacefully, at Parkland on Eglinton Retirement Home, on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at the age of 92. Dear son of the late Cicely and Robert Wilson. Robert was a retired firefighter with the Etobicoke Fire Department and a longtime member of All Saints Kingsway Anglican Church, Etobicoke. ”Rocky” started … Read More

Firefighter Robert J. Wilson – 05 Jul 1934 – 09 Apr 2025 Promoted to Glory on Wednesday, April 9th, 2025. Loving wife to Dianne (nee: Fairfull). Cherished Dad to Paula (James) McGregor, Laurie-Anne (Tom) Vaisanen, Brent Wilson, and Blair (Jessica) Wilson. Predeceased by son, Cameron. Beloved Grandad to Ryan (Kim) McGregor, Brandon (Amanda) McGregor, Markus (Suzanne) Vaisanen, Nathan (Anna) Vaisanen, … Read More

Firefighter James George Abdee – Apr 1938 – Mar 2025 With love and gratitude for a life well-lived, we announce the passing of James G. Abdee on Saturday, March 29, 2025. Affectionately known to many as Jim, he was in his 87th year and leaves behind a lasting legacy of kindness, wisdom, and love. The quintessential family man. Jim was … Read More

Funeral Information for Captain Elgon Thomas, Retired L752 North York Fire Elgon Thomas – 09 June 1943 – 11 March 2025 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Elgon Thomas, beloved father, grandfather, and friend. He left us on March 11th after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 82 years old. Elgon was born in … Read More

DC Kenneth Condie – 18 Jun 1937 – 12 March 2025 We are sad to announce from his family that Ken Condie passed away on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, in his 87th year. Ken started EFD in December 1961 and retired as a full DC in 1997, after 36 years of dedicated service. He was an avid Baseball player and … Read More

Please join us in Honouring CSM-Fire Captain Stanley Harris EgertonSunday, April 6, 2025 – 1 pm – 4 pmThe Egerton Mess, Captain Bellenden S. Hutcheson VC Armoury, 66 Birmingham Street, Etobicoke.