Hello to all fellow Retirees, ‘Pancreatic Cancer does not stop for Covid-19’ As some of you know I have been helping to raise funds for PCC research for several years now. I recently accepted the challenge of taking part in 7 Days in May, a seven-day bike ride around Lake Ontario in support of Pancreatic Cancer Canada. Along with my … Read More
Bud Wooldridge Funeral Information
Retired North York Fire L752 Bud Wooldridge – August 1934 – April 2020 In Loving Memory of Morris Harold Grant Wooldridge (Bud) Born August 23, 1934, passed away comfortably in his sleep at GBHG with his son by his side April 10 at 5:20 in the morning. Morris leaves behind his loving wife of 63 years Midge (Marjorie Howe), his … Read More
Seasonal vaccinations ward off dementia…
Research presented at this year’s Alzheimer’s Association International Conference showed a strong correlation between older adults getting vaccinated against the flu and pneumonia, and lower risk of dementia. The findings suggest that even a one-time seasonal flu shot was associated with a 17 per cent reduction in Alzheimer’s disease. Repeated vaccinations “cut Alzheimer’s incidence by a further 13 per cent.” Another study … Read More
Alfred G. Smith Funeral Notice
It is with deep regrets we advised of the passing of Al Smith. Al started with the Scarborough Fire Department in March 1956 and retired in January 1987 with 31 years of service. From all our retired groups our sincerest condolences go out to his family friends. Alfred G. Smith – July 8, 1928 – July 8, 2020 In Loving … Read More
Paul Cromier Retirement
CANCELLED – Please contact.Jacqueline Kerrington jacqk2013@gmail.com orAnne Vavra smokey33@gmail.comOr call Stn 231 C shift FOR REFUND When: Sept 10th, 2020- Shotgun start 9:00am Where – Markham Green, 120 Rouge Bank Dr., Markham – 9 a.m. shotgun start. Golfers – – 18 holes of golf, includes cart & food – $80.00 Non Golfers — Food Only – $25.00, served ~ 1:00 … Read More
Gerald Archibald Funeral Notice
Captain Gerald Archibald Moore – 1932 – 2020 MOORE, Gerald Archibald – of Gravenhurst, passed away peacefully at Castle Peak Retirement Residence, Bracebridge, on Wednesday, August 12, 2020, in his 88th year. Gerald was the beloved husband of the late Phyllis (Millward). Loving father of Douglas (Carolyn), and Sharon (Greg). Dear brother of Joan (Trevor). As a private man and … Read More
Dan McIntyre Funeral Notice
DC Dan McIntyre – January 1933 – August 2020 Daniel McIntyre, a former Firefighter and District Chief with the city of Toronto who was born on January 8, 1933, passed away at home on August 15, 2020. Danny, as he was known to his loving family and friends leaves behind his beloved wife Gloria, daughter Diane, son-in-law Paul and grandson … Read More
Gary Campbell Funeral Notice
Captain Gary Campbell Retired City of York (L-411) With great heartfelt sorrow, we would like to express our condolences and sympathy on the LODD passing of Retired member Captain Gary Campbell at the age of 70. Gary started with the York Fire Department and retired from Station 422 December 2000 after 28 years of service. At this time the family … Read More
Joseph Drury Funeral Notice
A/District Chief Joseph “Joe” Wayne Drury Aug 1944 – Aug 2020. With great heartfelt sorrow, we would like to express our condolences and sympathy on the passing of Retired member Acting District Chief Joseph Drury. Father of Captain Stephen Drury (413B) Joe enjoyed 31 years of service with Etobicoke Fire before retiring in 1996. He worked in Fire Prevention and … Read More
John Blake Funeral Notice
A/PC John Blake Retired Toronto L113 BLAKE JOHN ARTHUR passed away at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre on Monday, August 3, 2020. John enjoyed a long career with the Toronto Fire Department as a District Chief and retired as acting Platoon Chief from station #231. John was the brother-in-law of retired Capt. Duncan Brown and son-in-law of retired Director of … Read More