Obituaries

We were so blessed to call you our son, brother and father, but on Monday November 12 at 7pm after a tragic single vehicle accident which occured on October 27. At the age of 42, Peter succumbed to his injuries with his loving family by his bedside. Peter will forever be missed by his beautiful children Layla and Dylan Molnar and their mother Laura. Loved with an unending love by his supportive parents Peter and Marg Molnar, sister and brother-in-law Susan and Jerry Veens, niece and nephew Rachel and Nicholas, along with many aunts, uncles, cousins and his abundance of friends will always miss him. Peter followed in his father’s footsteps and became an ironworker and any opportunity Peter and his dad had they would share stories of their trade. Above everything, Peter’s life was dedicated to his children Layla and Dylan. Peter worked hard and played hard and those who knew Peter knew he could cheer up a crowd with his contagious laugh. He loved life, loved his music, his family and his friends and would drop anything to help a friend in need. Peter was a lover, a fighter and the best friend a person could have. https://gilpinfuneralchapel.com/book-of-memories/3654990/Molnar-Peter/service-details.php

Tommaso Pirraglia passed away peacefully at his home on October 18^th, 2018 in the company of his wife of 61 years, Adriana. Tommaso was the proud father of Mario (Anne) and Christine. He was a loving grandfather to Daniella, Gabriela, Aaron, Daniel, Mykola and Peter. And, in one of the great joys of his last years, Tommaso welcomed a great grandchild, Max, into this world.  Tommaso will be sorely missed by his sister Vittoria and his brothers Mario, Cosimo and Giovanni. Tommaso became a member of the small army of recent immigrants who built the city of Toronto. He became an Ironworker and was an active member of the Italian immigrant community. https://www.wardfuneralhomes.com/book-of-memories/3633339/pirraglia-tommaso/index.php

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Daniel “Dan” Paradis on Wednesday, October 17, 2018 in his 50th year at Sunnybrook Hospital. He leaves behind his best friend and wife, Janet, his cherished sons Christopher (Jessica) and Alexander and his newborn grandson, Miller. He will be lovingly missed by his parents Delvina and Michel (predeceased) and dear sister Susanne (Eddie). His nieces and nephew, Amber (Cody), Jesse and Brittany and great nieces, Autumn and Emily will miss his fun loving spirit. Dan will also be deeply missed by his many aunts, uncles and cousins, in-laws, friends and colleagues of Local 721. https://www.dignitymemorial.com/en-ca/obituaries/courtice-on/daniel-paradis-8027021

Peacefully at the Northumberland Hills Hospital in Cobourg on Sunday, October 7th, 2018, Richard McFadden at 68 years of age.  Loving father of Luc McFadden (Kerrie), Pascal McFadden (Amanda), and Josée McFadden.  Cherished grandfather of Mikayla, Maxwell, Finnley and Simon.  Dear brother of the late Gilbert (Francoise), Paulette, Robert (Bibiane), Diane (late Raymond Gaudette), Denise (Omer Gravelle), Rachel (late Alain Galloway) Francine (Jim Moore) and Aime (Colette). https://www.maccoubrey.com/service/5135/richard-mcfadden

An IronWorker since April 1, 1981, Robert V. Batenchuk Sr  passed away at his  home in Oshawa on Thursday, August 30th, 2018 in his 69th year. He was a much loved husband and best friend of Trish, and very special Dad to Sheri, Robert Jr, Michael, Steven and Jacquie and their spouses Carlos, Shelley, Tracey and Ron. He loved his grandchildren Kyle, Ty, Dylan, Justin, Hanna, Rae, Emily, Gregory, Erica and Elizabeth.  He is survived by his brother Ron and his wife Jane and brother-in-law Rob and his wife Kelly. https://memorials.barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com/robert-batenchuk/3599060/service-details.php

Kenneth Murray was an Ironworker since 1960, was loved by many. He passed away on Friday, July 13, 2018. He was a well accomplished member. 

Passed peacefully while surrounded by his family at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre on Monday, June 25th, 2018 at the age of 85. Devoted husband of Anne for 61 years. Loving father of Sylvia Baker (Ian) and James MacDonald. Cherished grandfather of James-Lee, Noelle (Shane) and Hope. Survived by his brothers Bill, Danial, Neil, Frank, and sisters Beth and Loretta. Predeceased by brothers Ian, Johnny, Pearson and Michael. He will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews and life-long friends. James was a devout Catholic, was very proud of his 50 years of sobriety in AA and was a long-time member of Ironworkers Union Local 721. https://www.steckleygooderham.com/obituaries/James-Macdonald-12/

Daniel McCormick – Passed away peacefully at the farm, surrounded by his family and horses on Tuesday June 19th, 2018. Beloved husband of Dorothy McCormick (née Grylls). Beloved son of the late Patrick and Kathleen McCormick. Loving and dedicated father of Karie, Kendra, Patrick and Kaylee. Cherished grandfather of Dana, Trenton and Aylish. Daniel will be missed by his siblings Dona of Edmonton, Chuck (Doreen) of Roslin, Joan of Belleville, Charlie of Niagara Falls, John (Maryann) of Warsaw, Joe of Port Hope, Patty (Bill) of Tottenham, Mary (Ron) of North Bay, Kevin (Ruth) of Oshawa, Margie (Jim) of Shannonville, Paul (Marcy) of Tweed, Ed (Betty) of Cranbrook, B.C., Mark (Marjorie) of Bowmanville. Predeceased by brothers Michael and Tom. https://www.mackeys.ca/memorials/daniel-mccormick/3482120/service-details.php

A message from his daughter: “With a heavy heart (and a whole lot of shock and awe), we announce the passing of our Father, Michael Francis St. John on Saturday, May 19th, 2018.

Peacefully, surrounded by his family at the age of 82. Beloved husband of Brunina. Cherished father to Caterina (Giuseppe Castiglione), Pasquale (Miriam), and Vittoria (AJ Shuhaibar). Proud nonno of Giorgio (Michelle), Giuseppe, Gianmarco, Giuliana, Laura, Giulia and great-grandson Gianluca. Giorgio is predeceased by his sister Domenica and will always remembered by his sisters Isabella, Rosa, Anna Basilia and brothers Rosario and Onofrio. https://memorials.dufferin.bernardofuneralhomes.com/giorgio-marcello/3428884/obituary.php

It is with great sadness that the family of the late George Hickman announce his passing at the Bay St. George Long Term Care Center in Stephenville Crossing on Sunday January 21st 2018 at the age of 85 years. He will be sadly missed by sons: Rick (Marsha) in Winnipeg, Terry (Heather) in Whitby, Ont. his daughters: Cathy (Phil) Edmonds in Fort McMurray, Wanda Hunter (Jim) in Beaverton, Ont., his grandchildren P.J. , Ashley, Samantha, Lauren, Jeremy and Jacob. Also leaving to mourn his special friend Ann Marie LePage, his sisters in law Mary Hickman, Joan Hickman and Eileen Hickman and a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Edward and Annie Hickman, his brothers Randell, Wallace, Herbert, Jebez, Curtis, James, Norman, sisters Hester Hansen and Mary Burke. https://www.russellsfuneralhome.ca/obituary/4563716