It is with heartfelt sadness that the family of Alexander (John) Gordon announce his passing at home on Wednesday, April 22, 2020. John had a 35 year career with the City of Toronto Fire Department retiring as a District Chief. He leaves behind his loving wife Lillian of many years who provided care for him at home for the past … Read More
Victor Kelly Funeral Notice
From the RTFFA our sincerest condolences to the Kelly family and friends. Victor Patrick Kelly – February 21, 1941 – April 25, 2020 Victor Patrick Kelly, of Toronto, ON, peacefully died Saturday afternoon, April 25th, 2020 after a prolonged battle with Lung Cancer at Brampton Civic Hospital, born February 21, 1941, he was the son of the late Victor and Phyllis … Read More
Ronald Burbidge Funeral Notice
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Retired North York Platoon Chief Ronald Burbidge, passed away in peace April 20th 2020. Lorne had a proud career with 35 years in the fire service. Lorne started in 1958 with the Township, Borough and then City of North York retiring in 1993 as a Platoon Chief. He was … Read More
John Connor Funeral Notice
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of retired Captain John Gregory(Greg) Connor, peacefully in Orillia, Ontario, on April 14th. He was in his 72nd year. A career firefighter, proud father of three, and loving husband to Sue Connor (nee Chilton). https://www.carsonfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/details/34146 A celebration of life will be held by the family at a later date. Memorial … Read More
Morris Harold Grant Funeral Notice
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of retired Firefighter Morris Harold Grant Wooldridge, passed away Friday, April 10th from a stroke. He was a proud 30 year veteran of the North York Fire department. He retired from the Department in 1993. A celebration of life will be planned at a later date, details will follow once … Read More
Ernest Burns Funeral Notice
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing retired District Chief Ernest Burns, peacefully on April 11, 2020, at the Eatonville Care Center, Etobicoke, Ontario nine days short of his 89th birthday. He is predeceased by his parents Harry and Stella and his sibling Ronald. Left to mourn are his loving and devoted wife of 69 years Elizabeth … Read More
Edward Schanck Funeral Notice
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Edward Leonard Schanck, peacefully on Wednesday, April 8, 2020. Edward was born September 13, 1932. He proudly served 35 years on the City of York Fire Department in Toronto, retiring as a Platoon Chief. He was known for his devotion and dedication to his family, his hard work ethic, … Read More
Bud Wooldrige Funeral Notice
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Bud Wooldrige former North York Fire Fighter. On April 10, 2020, from complications of a massive stroke. Bud was born August 23, 1934. Bud started on the job on April 08, 1963, and retired April 29,1993. Bud enjoyed 27 yrs of Retirement.Bud is being Cremated, there are no … Read More
Hubert Caswell Funeral Notice
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Hubert Gayton Caswell, of Bobcaygeon, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2020, at the age of 86. Bert’s career in the Fire Service began with his engagement with Forest Hill Village Fire and Police Department to work on their radios, and in 1955 he joined Forest Hill Fire Department. … Read More
Richard Francis Beck – Funeral Notice
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of retired Captain Richard Francis Beck, on Tuesday, March 24, 2020. Richard (Dick) Beck, age 88 years, beloved husband of Carol, married 64 years. Loving father of Paul (Cindy), Terry (Cathy), and Larry. Devoted grandfather of Madeleine and Lindsay. Retired City of Toronto Firefighter (Captain), 35 years service. As a result of … Read More