Funeral Archive

IN THE LINE OF DUTY Firefighter/EMT Michael Altman Chicago, IL Local 2 IAFF Line of Duty Death Notification: Firefighter/EMT Michael Altman It is with deep regret that we advise the membership of the Line of Duty Death of Firefighter/EMT Michael Altman, age 32, of the Chicago Fire Department. On March 16, 2026, Firefighter Altman was critically injured while operating at … Read More

Firefighter William Alfred Purcell – Aug 1934 – Feb 2026 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father, Bill Purcell, age 91, of Toronto, Ontario, who passed away on February 9, 2026. Bill was born to John Joseph Purcell and Ernestine (MacEachern) Purcell on August 25, 1934, in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. He married his … Read More

DC Vincenzo Audino – 27 Jun 1944 – 19 Mar 2026 It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Vincenzo Audino announces his passing on March 19, 2026. Vincenzo was born on June 27, 1944, in Bovalino Marina, Calabria, Italy, to Domenico and Maria Grazia. In 1969, he married his beloved wife, Frances, with whom he … Read More

Captain Bruce James Titus – Mar 1942 – Mar 2026 On Sunday morning, March 15th, 2026, Bruce passed away peacefully at the Providence Villa palliative care unit in Scarborough, Ontario, at the age of 83. Bruce was born to Harold and Mabel Titus in 1942. He was raised in Toronto and attended local schools and high schools in his area. … Read More

Firefighter Frederick William Onley – Oct 1929–Mar 2026 At Moira Place – Tweed, on Saturday, March 14, 2026. Frederick Onley, of Madoc, in his 97th year. Son of the late Frederick and Anne Onley (nee Richards). Beloved husband of the late Charmaine Onley (nee Briand). Loving father of Joanne Boothby (Alexander), and predeceased by children Frederick Onley Jr., Wayne Onley, … Read More

Funeral Information for PC William Hudson, Retired L752 North York Fire William “Bill” Francis Hudson – 1937 – 2026 William Francis Hudson returned home to be with his loving wife, Adella, for eternity on March 11, 2026. Bill was a loving father to James (Jackie) Hudson and Cheryl (Yves) Trudell. Remembered affectionately by granddaughters Meagan (Alex) Bric, and Erin (Steve) … Read More

Funeral Information for A/DC Norman George Cook, Retired East York (L-418) Norman Cook – 1938 ~ 2026 Norman George Cook passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on February 26, 2026, at the age of 88. Norman will be deeply missed and forever remembered by his loving wife Joan of 70 years. Loving father to Kathryn, Randall, and Russell. Loving … Read More

Funeral Information For DC Lloyd Clarence Bellaire, Retired TFS – Former NYFD (L-752) Lloyd Bellaire – Jul 22nd, 1948 – Feb 17th, 2026 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lloyd Clarence Bellaire on February 17, 2026, in his 78th year, peacefully at Markham Stouffville Hospital with family by his side. Beloved spouse and best friend … Read More

TORONTO FIRE DEPARTMENT LAST ALARM Firefighter Donald James Warner – May 1933 – Jan 2026 Predeceased by his mother, Edna, and father, Leslie Donald “Poppa” Warner lived a life defined by courage, laughter, and deep devotion to his family. Beloved husband, lifelong companion, friend, and love of his life to Josephine, for 71 years, on September 18, 2025. He is … Read More