Francesco Luigi Verardi

Suddenly but peacefully, Frank Verardi passed away at the age of 67 years at his home in Tottenham on Monday, July 13, 2026. Frank remains the Beloved Husband of Julie Lynn Verardi (née Nadrofsky) and will be remembered by his children: Christopher Verardi and Jennifer Verardi; and stepchildren: Jay Totten, Jeff Totten, Brandon Landry (Kirstin), Ashley Landry (Kevin); his grandchildren: Spencer, Kyle, Evan, Kaden, Andrew, Jace, Shaylin, Zak, Aliviah, Aryka, Maddy-Lynn and Bryson; his great-granddaughter, Ashlyn; his brother Louie Verardi (Deanna) and his sister, Roseanne Cool; his parents-in-law, Arline Fawcett and the late Robert Nadrofsky; his sisters- and brothers-in-law: Penny Ronyson (Greg), Rhonda Nelson (Earl), Michele Reichenbach (Hans), Dean Fawcett (Tina), Bill Nadrofsky (Yvonne), Jamie Nadrofsky (Karen) and Shane McClure; his nieces and nephews: Cassandra McCabe (Morgan), Hillary Molinaro (Robert), Thomas Cool, Emily Cool, Adam Cool and Elizabeth Cool; his godchildren: Stephanie, Cassandra, Thomas and Elizabeth; as well as innumerable other relatives and friends. Frank remains in the hearts of his very large and extended family as a loved and cherished brother, uncle, Nono, nephew, cousin and honoured friend.

Frank was born in Timmins, ON where he remained for many happy years and worked as an instrumentation technician for Kidd Creek Mine.
In 1992, he graduated as an Electronics Engineering Technologist and in 1996, graduated from Lakehead University as an Electrical Engineer. In 2012, Frank celebrated twenty-five years as a member of The Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists and continued to work as a Professional Engineer until his death.

In Tottenham, he made a beautiful home with his beloved wife, Julie, and together they chased countless adventures from fly-fishing in Eastern Canada to sunset road-trips; never with a map, often without a plan and always finding something beautiful on the way. Retired as the President of Verardi Automation Technology Inc., his days were filled with his mischievous enthusiasm, pulling one more laugh from his family and friends, perfecting the set-up for his HAM radio, stubbornly cheering on the Leafs and fly-fishing. He belonged to the Upper Credit Trout Club and was a member for many years with the Glenn Haffy Fly Fishing Club.

Everything Frank did, he stepped into with his full heart and his love for his family and his friends was without end. His stories and jokes, his spontaneity and humour, and his gentle heart will never be forgotten. He has been reunited with his parents, Giovanni Verardi and Mary Stella Verardi (née Clausi), and is, without a doubt, casting a fly in heaven.

To honour Frank, his family would be grateful for memorial donations made to the Sunnybrook Health Science Center. Please choose ‘other’ in the designation menu and indicate ‘Cochlear Implant Program – Frank Verardi’ to ensure memorial donations are directed appropriately.

Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday July 20, 2026 at 11:00am at St. James Catholic Church (2118 Adjala-Tecumseth Townline, Colgan L0G1W0), followed by interment at St. James Cemetery, Colgan.

For those who wish, online condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

Aitchison: William Dawson,

Peacefully passed away at Southlake Health Newmarket, on June 23, 2026. Dawson Aitchison at the age of 92 years, beloved husband of Shirley Aitchison (nee: Matson).

Loving brother of the late Golda Brydon (the late Jack) and loving brother in law of Lois Archibald (the late Ken) and Ruth Matson (the late Larry).  Dearly loved uncle of the late Rick Archibald, Joanne Burns (Jim), Scott Archibald (Diane), Dave Archibald (Maureen), Lea Steenhoek (Rick), Kyle Brydon (Carolyn), Steve Matson (Sandy), Mark Matson, and Jan Gracey.  Sadly missed by special friend Sam Dupuis.  Forever in the hearts of his great nieces and nephews, great great nieces and nephews, extended family, and friends.
Memorial Service will be held at Rod Abrams Funeral Home 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham 905-936-3477 on Saturday July 18, 2026 in the chapel at 1pm.  A Reception in the funeral home’s Cliffside Hall will follow.  In Dawson’s memory, donations to St. Mary Magdalene’s Anglican Church (116 Church St. Schomberg, ON, L0G1T0) or the charity of choice would be appreciated.  Condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

Gould: Sharon Diane,

Surrounded by the love of her family at Southlake Health Centre Newmarket, on July 4, 2026. Sharon Gould (nee: Palmer) in her 82 year, beloved wife of the late Gerald (Jerry) Gould. Loving mother of Kathleen Tambling (David), Vicki McCullough (Brian Malloy), the late Christine “Chris” Gould, Sherri Parliament (Keith), and Marty Gould (Lynne). Remembered by her grandchildren Sean (Louise), Kaila (Aaron), Aaron (Angela), Dylan (Shannon), Paige (Jay), Colton, Jake, Brody, and her great grandchildren Kaiden, Belle, Brody, Arielle, Hunter, the late Adrian, Dakota, Jamieson and Noah. Predeceased by her brother Gary (the late Barb) Palmer. Forever in the hearts of her extended family and many friends.

Cremation has taken place and a private Family Graveside Interment Service will be held at Trinity Cemetery, Beeton. A drop in Celebration of Sharon’s life will be held at her home (77 Main Street West, Beeton) on Friday July 17, 2026 beginning at 1:00pm.

Donations in Sharon’s memory to the Matthews House Hospice Alliston would be appreciated. Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

Peacefully passed away at Stevenson Memorial Hospital, on July 9, 2026. Walter Demetri Yovdoshuk in his 80th year, beloved husband of Patricia Yovdoshuk (nee: Pantling). Loving father of Ian and Kevin. Reunited in heaven with his loving mother Frances Helpard and siblings William (the late Sylvia) and Wayne. He will be forever in the hearts of his many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. Arrangements have been entrusted to Rod Abrams Funeral Home. Cremation has taken place. In memory of Walter donations to the Sick Kids Foundation would be appreciated. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

Mosher: Luella Gail,

Peacefully passed away with her family by her side at Matthews House Hospice Alliston, on July 7, 2026. Gail Mosher (nee: Kierstead) in her 73rd year, beloved wife of Stephen Mosher. Loving mother of Tara Mosher and Adam Mosher (Christina). Forever in the hearts of her granddaughters Elizabeth and Tegan. Dear sister of Lynn Brown (Cliff), the late Jean Anderson, and the late Roy Kierstead (Gayle). Fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Gail’s Life will be held on Saturday July 18, 2026 from 2-5pm at the Tottenham Royal Canadian Legion Branch #329 -25 Richmond St. E. Tottenham in the downstairs Clubroom. In memory of Gail, donations to Matthews House Hospice Alliston would be appreciated. Condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

Leonard: Mary Eleanor (nee: Scott),

Passed away at Matthews House Hospice on July 1, 2026, at the age of 94, with her loving family by her side.  Reunited in Heaven with her beloved husband, Joseph Alfred Leonard and daughter Gay Huntington.  Loving mother of Joy Leonard, Scott Leonard and Bronze (Cindy). Dearly loved Grandma of Natasha Pentz, Janice Ireland (Manon Lavoie), Chad (Melissa) and Dean Ireland. Loving great-grandmother of Eleanore Leber.  She will be forever in the hearts of her many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Rod Abrams Funeral Home. Cremation has taken place.

In memory of Eleanor donations to Matthews House Hospice would be appreciated.

Condolences and memories may be shared at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Daniel James Bray on June 30, 2026, at the age of 30.

Beloved son of Robert Bray and Angela Ripley. Cherished partner of Robyn Sabean and loving father of Emma. Dear brother of Jesse and step-brother to Christina. Fondly remembered by his aunt Cheryl (Steve).

Daniel will be forever cherished by his extended family members, and friends.

Family and friends are invited to the Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham (905-936-3477), on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the Funeral Service in the chapel at 1:00 p.m. A reception will follow in the Cliffside Hall, with interment at Trinity United Cemetery, Beeton, Ontario.

In memory of Daniel, donations to the charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.

Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

Gessey: Stephen Richard

Passed away suddenly, at his home on Wednesday July 1, 2026. Stephen Gessey, at the age of 66. Beloved husband to Louise Gessey (nee: Mahar). Cherished step-father of John Seney (Shannon), Tammy Seney, and Shane Seney (Ashley Richardson). Stephen will be missed by his grandchildren Aiden, Liam, Finten, Kiera and Lexi. Beloved son of Elizabeth ‘Betty’ and the late Kenneth Gessey.  Predeceased by his sister Kim Lundrigan (Wade).

Lovingly remembered by his nephew Christopher (Patty), niece Lisa (Ray), great- nieces Ariana and Trinity and great-nephew Aidan. Forever in the hearts of his aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and extended family in England. Stephen will be dearly missed by his dog Trixie.

Stephen was a dedicated employee of Borden Metals for over 25 years and an avid Aston Villa F.C. fan.

Family and friends will be received at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham, 905-936-3477 on Friday July 10, 2026 from 6pm-8pm and Saturday July 11, 2026 from 10am until time of Memorial Service in the chapel at 11am. Reception to follow in the funeral home’s Cliffside Hall.

For those who wish, donations in memory of Stephen may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, the Canadian Cancer Society, or Diabetes Canada. Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kevin (Grover) Leslie Goulter, who passed away at Stevenson Memorial Hospital, Alliston, on June 26, 2026, at the age of 61.

Beloved partner of Christine Piercey. Loving father of Jamie-Lynn (Jaret) and stepfather of Madeline. Cherished son of Jim Goulter and the late Dot Goulter. Dear brother of Sandra (Glenn) Goulter. Kevin is now reunited with his beloved son, Dodge, and his late wife, Alicia.

Kevin will be remembered for his kind heart, friendly nature, and the many friendships he made throughout his life. He had a lifelong passion for all things motorsports, especially anything with a big Hemi. Kevin’s daring driving style made him quite the focal point at any car meet or track. He enjoyed meeting friends for coffee at Tim Hortons, at car shows, or just on the front porch, where he was always happy to share a conversation and a laugh.

Kevin will be sadly missed by his family, many friends, and all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

A Celebration of Kevin’s Life will be held on Friday, July 17, from 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Tottenham Legion, 25 Richmond St. E., Tottenham.

For those who wish, donations in Kevin’s memory to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.

Arrangements entrusted to Rod Abrams Funeral Home. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

Patricia Adams (nee Straughan), passed away peacefully at Riverwood Senior Living in Alliston, Ontario on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at 100 years, 6 months and 1 day.

For over 60 years, Pat was a professional violinist playing in orchestras for the Canadian Opera Company, The National Ballet of Canada, Toronto Symphony Orchestra; at Massey Hall, Ontario Place Forum, Roy Thomson Hall; TV shows such as the Tommy Hunter Show, Street Legal and a plethora of commercials…. you name it, she probably played for it.

Pat was born in Kerrobert, Saskatchewan, on December 19, 1925. Due to her father’s health, they moved to Victoria, BC. She became a student of Kathleen Parlow among others and by age 7, she was doing recitals. At 17 she was concert mistress for the Victoria Symphony and, still in high school in 1942, she played piano and sang with a small band, touring the military bases entertaining the troops.

After high school, upon attending the British Columbia Institute of Music and Drama, Pat met Ernest Adams, star of CBC radio’s the “Ernest Adams Show’ and two-time winner of “Singing Stars of Tomorrow.” They moved to Toronto, got married and each embarked on successful careers, allowing them to retire in King City on a 5-acre farm. Ernie was an original member of the Canadian Opera Company, tour manager, and administrator. Ernie died on January 23, 2011.

Although Pat’s passion was music, she also enjoyed gardening and growing incredible African violets and geraniums, rescuing dogs, cats and horses and spending time with her grandchildren, Alex (Angelo), Taylor (Lizzie), Casey (Dylan) and Jessie (Nolan).

Pat was loving mother to Tricia (Richard) and Jolie (Dave) and great-grandmother to Oaklee, Avery, Daphne, Rowan and Eleanor. She was funny, stubborn, generous, honest, clever and always spoke her mind.

Jolie and Trish would like to thank Riverwood Senior Living, all the nurses and PSWs, especially Terry and Monica for their excellent care to mom.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Rod Abrams Funeral Home. Cremation has taken place. In accordance with Mom’s wishes, there will be no funeral service or formal celebration of life at this time. For those who wish, donations may be made to OSPCA would be appreciated. Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.