PORTER, WILLIAM February 23, 1931 – August 1, 2023 – It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to beloved father and grandfather, William Porter. William Alexander Porter was a firefighter with the Toronto Fire Department, and will always be remembered as a hero. Bill was a dedicated Firefighter with the Toronto Fire Department. Bill began his career with … Read More
LODD Funeral for Henrick Batelann
UNION NOTICE: #23-093Saturday, July 29, 2023Subject: LODD Funeral for Active Member Henrick Batelaan UpdateLine of Duty Death Ceremony To All Members: Active Member District Chief Henrick “Rick” Batelaan The committee has met with Rick’s family and has made the following arrangements for our brother District Chief Batelaan’s LODD Ceremony. Visitation and Ceremony Tuesday, August 8, 2023 (B-platoon working) Bayview Glen … Read More
Ronald Roman Guspie Funeral Notice
Funeral Information for Captain Ronald Roman Guspie Retired East York (L-418) Ronald Roman Guspie – February 3, 1938 – July 24, 2023 Peacefully passed with family by his side at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie on Monday, July 24th, 2023 at the age of 85 years. Beloved husband of Sally (née Watson). Loving father of Carmil Van … Read More
Passing of District Chief Henrick “Rick” Batelaan
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
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