Funeral Archive

DC Murray William Evaschuk – 29 April 1943 ~ 21 March 2023 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Murray William Evaschuk on March 21, 2023, at the age of 79 after a short battle with cancer. He was predeceased by his wife Margaret just 8 months previous and he missed her terribly. We are comforted … Read More

Captain Louis Leo Romanelli – 31 July 1931 ~ 15 April 2023 Beloved and devoted husband and soulmate of Doreen; dear son of the late Giovanni and Moriah Romanelli; dearly loved father of Jim (Maura) and the late Peter; and stepfather of Derek, Kevin and Joe O’Gorman. Forever loved and dearly missed papa of Connor O’Gorman; and loving grandpa of … Read More

The passing of Active Member Acting Division Chief Anthony Simpson Anthony Simpson – Sept 22nd, 1969 – March 31st, 2023 It is with sad hearts that we let you know of the passing of Anthony Alfred Simpson, on March 31, 2023. He is survived by his mom, Eslin Simpson; sisters, Marcia Solomon, Sherill Simpson, Merna Rose Mary Ellis, and Carolyn … Read More

Active Member Acting Captain Jason “Poppy” Popovich Dec 26, 1970 – April 4, 2023 Local 3888 Members; We have met with Jason’s family and have made the following arrangements for our brother, Acting Captain Jason Popovich’s Active Member Ceremony. Visitation Wednesday, April 12th, 2023 (B platoon working) Kane- Jerrett Funeral Home8088 Yonge StThornhill, ON2:00 pm to 4:00 pm5:00 pm to … Read More

Robert Joseph King – 24 September 1933 ~ 05 April 2023 KING, ROBERT (BOB) JOSEPH, A very bright light has returned to Spirit – in his 90th year. Bob has rejoined his parents, Albert and Clara King, brothers Tom, Bill, Frank, and Neil King, sisters Eleanor and Margaret (nee King), and his beloved life partner, Jeanne McCourt. Bob is survived … Read More

Funeral Information For A/DC Ken Nicholls Retired Scarborough L626 Ken Nicholls – July 2, 1937 ~ April 3, 2023 (age 85) It is with great sorrow we announce the peaceful passing of Ken Nicholls surrounded by family after a short battle with cancer. Ken was the cherished partner of Joane Watts and predeceased by his beloved wife Eefje MacLean. Deeply … Read More

Captain Lawrence Clifford Walter Malone – 17 Nov 1941 ~ 02 Apr 2023 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Lawrence “Larry” Clifford Walter Malone on April 2nd, 2023, at the young age of 81. Cherished husband to Marilyn for 37 years. Loving father to Michael, Michelle, Stephen, Jeff (Irene) and the late Mark. Dear … Read More

Funeral Information for Inspector Donald Grant McLeod Retired City of York Donald McLeod – February 1935 – March 2023 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Don McLeod on Saturday, March 18th, 2023, in Toronto. Don will be missed by all who knew him. Don recently turned 93 and was a long-serving member of YFD. He … Read More

Don Cavanagh – March 13, 1941 – March 7, 2023 Donald Andrew Cavanagh of Georgetown passed away on March 7, 2023, at the age of 81. Don was born in Toronto and was a career fire-fighter for the City of Etobicoke. He retired after three decades of service. He was predeceased by his parents, John and Margaret Cavanagh; and his … Read More