Funeral Archive

Funeral Information for Firefighter Gordon Douglas McVeen, Retired East York (L-418) Celebrating the life of Doug—a life well lived. At 88 years young, Doug leaves behind a lifetime of love, laughter, kindness, generosity, quick wit, a wonderfully dry sense of humour, deep devotion to his family, and a few unforgettable dance moves! In 1958, Doug married his childhood sweetheart and … Read More

Funeral Information For Captain Eric Collins, Retired TFS – Former NYFD (L-752) Eric Collins – 24 June 1943 – 09 July 2026 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Eric Collins, who left this worldsurrounded by love and deep gratitude on July 9, 2026, at the age of 83. Born onJune 23, 1943, Eric embraced a life defined by … Read More

Dougald Alexander Cameron ~ June 20, 2026 It is with great sadness that Dougald Alexander Cameron, 95, passed away peacefully in his home in Cleveland on Saturday, June 20, 2026, after a long and hard battle with Alzheimer’s disease. He joined the Toronto Fire Service in December 1955 as a firefighter and retired in June 1989 as a captain in … Read More

Arthur Alan White ~ December 21, 1932 – June 25, 2026   It is with deep sorrow that we share the passing of retired District Chief Arthur White, brother of retired Toronto Fire Department Bill White, father of retired Captain Peter White, father-in-law of retired Captain David Stephenson, grandfather of active member Acting Captain Brian White (S331), and grandfather-in-law of active member … Read More

Retired Firefighter/Captain for 32 years with the Toronto Fire Department and District Chief for 11 years with East Gwillimbury Fire Department. Passed away peacefully at his home in Keswick, surrounded by the love of his family, on Monday, June 29th, 2026 at the age of 88. Much loved husband of Judith Jackson of 58 years. Loving father of Steve Swift … Read More

In Memoriam Passing ofd Retired Firefighter Gordon Johnston January 25, 1939 – June 18, 2026  Local 3888 Members,   It is with great sadness that the family of Gordon Johnston, age 87, of Herring Neck, NL, announce his passing at his residence on Thursday, June 18, 2026. He was predeceased by his parents, William and Anne; his wife, Ruby; and … Read More

In Memoriam Passing of Retired Captain Stanley Bator May 2, 1940 – June 23, 2026  Local 3888 Members, It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Stanley Bator on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at the age of 86, following a courageous battle with dementia. Stanley was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose life was defined … Read More

In Memoriam Passing of Retired Firefighter Paul J. Martinak Paul J Martinak ~ November 13, 1939 – June 20, 2026  Local 3888 Members, It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Paul Martinak, who passed away peacefully with his family by his side at Collingwood General and Marine Hospital at the age of 86. Born in Toronto … Read More

In Memoriam Passing of Retired District Chief John “Jack” Crawford John “Jack” Crawford ~ 1932 ~ June 19, 2026 Local 3888 Members,  John “Jack” Crawford, aged 94, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Humber Bay, Toronto, to Eileen and James (Joe) Joseph Crawford, Jack grew up with his siblings James (Jim), Shirley (Bender), … Read More