Funeral Archive

Eric Cleyndert – 1947 – 2020 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Eric Cleyndert, Retired Captain of the Former North York Fire Dept., on June 15TH, 2020 at 73 years of age. Eric started with NYFD on October 20th ,1969 and retired on May 31ST, 2000 with 30yrs Service. Eric enjoyed 20yrs of Retirement. … Read More

James Edward Gentleman – 1928 – 2020 We are sad to announce the passing of Jim Gentleman in his 92nd year. Jim was a lifelong resident of East York and a career member of East York Fire. Jim began his career with East York in 1953 and Retired as Captain in 1989. “ Big Jim ” was a gentle giant, … Read More

Ken McAllister – June 1942 – June 2020 Peacefully at his home in Sutton, on Tuesday, June 30, 2020, at the age of 78 years with his wife, Brenda, at his side. Lovingly remembered by his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family and many friends. Ken was a regular attendee at the Retiree Breakfasts, he will be missed. Cremation has taken … Read More

Terry Anquetil July 1938 – June 2020 ANQUETIL, Terry George – His quiet strength, generosity and sense of humour will endure in us as we mourn the loss of Dad, Grampa, Terr. Terry passed away Thursday, June 18, 2020, surrounded by his immediate family, at Southlake Regional Hospital. He was the adoring husband to Patricia (nee Sullivan), super-Dad to Suzanne, … Read More

DUFFNEY, James (Jim) “The Duffer” Passed away peacefully on Friday, June 19th in his 78th year. Jim had a long and successful career as a Firefighter with the City of York Fire Department. He is survived and missed by Dianne, his loving wife and soul mate of 47 years. Jim will also be greatly missed by Michelle, Courtney, Stacey and … Read More

Born December 1950 and passed away peacefully at age 69 on Saturday, June 20, 2020 at Ross Memorial Hospital, Lindsay, after a brief battle with cancer. Predeceased by parents, Peggy and Eugene Dionne. Father to Gina. Gene will be lovingly remembered by his sisters Mary (Jim) and Penny (Ed), as well as nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends. Gene … Read More

GARY ERIC NYSTROM 12-Feb-1942 – 16-Jun-2020. The Nystrom family is devastated to announce Gary’s passing on June 16 after a long battle with prostate cancer. He leaves behind his wife of 43 years, Pat (nee Barclay), his son Daniel (Debbie) and daughter Devon (Ian). Proud papa to Nicholas, Alexis and Garrett. He joined the North York fire department in 1972 … Read More

William (Bill) Pennock – SFD Seniority #141 Its with deep regret we inform you of the passing of Bill Pennock. Bill started with the Scarborough Fire Department in January of 1960 and retired in June of 1991 with 31 years of service. Our sincerest condolences from the RTFFA go out to his family and friends. Obituary of William Angus Pennock … Read More

DC Richard “Dick” Bailey – July 1933 – June 2020 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Richard “Dick” Bailey on Wednesday, June 3rd, 2020. Dick joined the Toronto Fire Department on the 2nd of December 1955 and made Captain on the 11th of October 1972. He rose to the rank of District Chief on the … Read More

Fred Peterson – 1938 – 2020 Peterson; Frederick Ralph “Fred”. (Retired Captain, North York Fire Department) At Stevenson Memorial Hospital, Alliston, on Friday June 5th, 2020. Fred Peterson, in his 82nd year, beloved husband of Dianne (Manock). Loving father of Donna (Nick) Paonessa and Joanne (Dave) Crocco. Sadly missed by his grandchildren, Alexander, Jonathan, Nicole, and Sophia. Fondly remembered by … Read More