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William (Bill) Osepchook

5/25/2020

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7/9/1924 - 25/5/2020
 
We've lost the world's greatest Dad!  He was so independent, and at 95 was still driving, living alone with no assistance in a big house near New St, planning a large garden, supervising the rototilling with his granddaughter Vanessa Langshaw, eating lasagna with her, and getting up to put 6 more veggies in a 14 ingredient salad. A few weeks later, he passed at Joseph Brant with his friend John Pilling and Vanessa by his side holding some of his asparagus.
 
Apparently, there was nothing wrong but a worn-out body that ran a great race. Thanks to Dr. Naidoo his GP.
 
A farm boy who trained as an electrician, joined the army, married Alberta Gillings and had 5 children, Richard ( Felicity), David (Lucie McClung), Leslie and John Shier, Barbara (Toni) Langshaw, with Pete Giacomelli, and Marnie and Dave Crans. There are 13 grandchildren 15 and great grandchildren, and many loved nieces and nephews.  He is predeceased by his grandson Paul Osepchook, his brother Jack and his sister Margaret Yungblut of Thorold who died only 2 weeks ago.
 
He was an entrepreneur and was Niagara district manager and top salesman for Filter Queen vacuums where personal service was key. He transferred this to Royal Lepage real estate while continuing to buy and renovate real estate including our Haliburton cottage.  He loved all sports, was a trophy winning runner, golfer, and curler at the Burlington Curling Club where he would often get 8 enders as skip. He encouraged all his children in sports, and all attended university.
 
His compassion led him to canvas for the March of Dimes for 65 years and also for cancer and charity fundraising. All know his generosity with flowers, and if he saw something at the side of the road that he could fix and give to someone... he would take it home, but would never throw anything out. He left behind a heck of a lotta stuff.  
 
He loved birds, animals, had the best trained dogs, knew about eating locally since he grew everything, We talked to him everyday and Bill provided countless lifelong memories for his children, their relatives, friends that we will cherish forever. He never said a curse word or spoke badly of anyone. He would not want you to waste money on funeral flowers, but buy some for yourself.  He would not want a funeral now...would want a party and lots to eat!  We will celebrate when we can.
 
Please share your memories of him. That hole in our hearts, that ache in our chest, tears in our eyes show our love of you. Will be missed, but never forgotten.

Please visit Bill's obituary notice on Facebook.​
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Catherine “Cathy” Denise Warne (nee Schamber)

5/8/2020

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Passed away peacefully, with her husband by her side and surrounded by the love of her family, on Friday, May 8th, 2020 at Sakura House, at the age of 63, after an extended battle with cancer.

Beloved wife of Doug Paterson, devoted mother of Kyle (Jackie), Matthew (Sarah), Amanda (Heather and Matthew) and Austin (Jen), adored grandma to Deeanna. She will be greatly missed by Ron (Joanne), as well as by her brother-in-law Bruce Carpenter, and her siblings, Rob Schamber and his wife Jackie, Susan and her husband Wayne Schwartz, Diane and her husband Rob Leonard, and Dan Schamber. Cherished aunt of Tim (Sarah), Terry (Colleen), Stephanie, Jamie (Ellisa), Meghann (Matt), Jason, Andy (Kata), Jorden (Mark), Kelsey (Branden), and Michael (Hannah). She will be fondly remembered by her extended family, friends, and all those who knew her.

Predeceased by her parents, Cyril and Betty Schamber (nee Stahle) in 2005, and her sister Margaret Carpenter in 2019.

Cathy was born in Doon and spent the majority of her life in Kitchener, an integral part of the City of Kitchener staff for over 30 years, and a fixture in the annual charity event Rock Revival. Retiring to Tavistock in 2011, Cathy ran the unofficial Tavistock Cat Colony, ensuring the stray cats in the area were fed and cared for, including spaying and neutering, to reduce the growing population. Family meant everything, and despite travelling the world, her happiest times were at home, having a big family meal. Everyone was always welcome, and there were many people who called her Mom, and came to her for help, and love.

Special Thanks to Nurse Young Mee Jung and Dr. Fryer for their exceptional care. In keeping with her wishes, cremation has taken place, and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, donations to The Cancer Assistance Program (cancerassist.ca), the KW Humane Society (kwhumane.com), or the Charity of your Choice, in her memory, would be appreciated by the family. Please visit Cathy's obituary notice on Facebook.
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My family and I wish to thank you again for attending to my father's cremation. You and your team were professional, courteous, dignified, and understanding - everything we needed during a very difficult time. As well, your fees were transparent and reasonable. We are grateful to you for your help in making my father's final arrangements as smooth and uncomplicated as possible."  Laura
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