As we get older the vast majority of retirees find the need for eye care. If you haven’t been following the recent strike action by Ontario Optometrist here is an update from C.A.R.P. It’s been over 30 days since seniors, children, and Ontarians with serious eye conditions have been without access to OHIP Funded eye care. To date, Ontarians have … Read More
David Edwin Hill Funeral Notice
Captain David Edwin Hill – 1931 ~ 2021 Peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket, on Sunday, September 26, 2021, David Edwin Hill, in his 90th year, beloved husband for 70 years of Joan. Loving father of Joanne and Randall Cochrane, David and Christine. Cherished grandfather of David, Suzanne, David, and Stephen. Proud great-grandfather of Natalie, Stephen, David, Christopher, Erika, … Read More
Travel Insurance
What Canadian Snowbirds Need to Know About Travel Insurance Prices Ever wonder how insurance companies determine travel insurance premiums or why premiums differ from provider to provider? We’re pulling back the curtain to give you the inside scoop. At Snowbird Advisor Insurance, our clients often ask us how insurance companies determine their rates, why rates differ from provider to provider … Read More
ALLEN G. Snelling Funeral Notice
Funeral Information for Captain Allen George Snelling Retired Scarborough L626 Captain Allen George Snelling – Jul 1927 – Jul 2021 Allan George Snelling, born on July 10, 1927, the only son of Doris and George Snelling of Rhodes Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, passed away peacefully on his 94th birthday in his sleep in the afternoon of July 10, 2021. Survived by … Read More
Keith Broman Funeral Notice
Captain Keith Edwin Broman – 1931 ~ 2021 Keith passed away peacefully on September 2, 2021, in his 90th year, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Keith enjoyed cooking, fishing, golfing and the winters he spent with friends in Florida. Keith is sadly missed by his daughter Deborah (Bob), grandchildren Mike (Marsha), Andy (Jenn), and Julia (David) as … Read More
Celebration to Honour James Wood
Celebration to Honour and Remember James “Jimmy” Hood – Jun 24, 1932, ~ Aug 17, 2021 The family invites you to drop in and leave your tears and tissues at the door to celebrate Jim’s Life: Saturday 18 September 2021 1:00 to 3:00 Location:- In the lounge at One Eyed Jack Pub & Grill 33 Taunton Road West, Oshawa The … Read More
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Just a reminder to all our members and friends, to ensure you receive emails from us it is a good idea to have our email address in your contact list and/or check your spam/junk folder. ***mail@retiredtorontofirefighters.org***
Des Conlon Retirement
Best wishes go out to Des on this next chapter. Come on out for a round of golf and to wish Des all the best as he moves to the ‘R’ shift. Please see the flyer below for the detials.
Robert D.J. La Rochelle – Plaza Fire Image
Robert started with the Toronto Fire Department on August 9, 1957, and retired on June 4, 1989. His badge number was 566. The picture was apparently taken at the Plaza Hotel Fire. Words from his son Scottie – “Further down the list is an iconic picture of a firefighter holding a young child. It is titled: Mr. LaRochelle. That would … Read More
George E. Beck Funeral Notice
DC George Edward Beck – Oct 29, 1922 – Aug 24, 2021 BECK, George E. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of George Beck, on Tuesday, August 24, 2021, at the Joseph Brant Hospital at the age of 98. George rejoins his wife Della. Loving father of Robert (Pat). Proud Papa of Matthew, James (Alyssa), and … Read More