We remember those who played a part in the life of Holy Trinity, past and present. If you are aware of someone associated with Holy Trinity that has passed into Life Beyond Death, please advise our office. 

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Elza Berzins
​​July 7, 2020
It is with great sadness that the family announce the passing of Elza Berzins at St. Joseph’s General Hospital in Elliot Lake on Tuesday July 7, 2020 at the age of 97. Beloved wife of the late Valdis Berzins. Loving mother of Maiga Ogrins (late Peter) of Elliot Lake, ON & of the late Peter Berzins (Kim) of Calgary, AB. Dear grandmother of Robert Ogrins (Athena) of Raymond, AB, Edward Ogrins (Joan) of Wawa, ON, Ruth Ladouceur (Michael) of Chelmsford, ON, Roger Ogrins (Donna-Lynn) of Elliot Lake, ON, Eric Ogrins (Janice) of Lethbridge, AB & Madison Berzins (Nick) of Calgary, AB. Also survived by 16 great grandchildren & 40 great great grandchildren. Due to the current pandemic & restrictions imposed by the provincial government, a private graveside committal service will be held at Woodlands Cemetery, Elliot Lake. Memorial contributions to a charity of choice would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Elliot Lake Funeral Chapel & Cremation Centre Limited (36 Ontario Ave).

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Elizabeth Ann Whitmell (Becky)
June 7, 2019

Born July 20, 1941 in Port Loring, ON to Herbert & Idrene Brooks. Sister to the late Billy Brooks, Roland Brooks, Bonnie Rogerson (Barry). Loving and devoted wife to the late Robert (Bob) Whitmell. Survived by her sister Goldie Leather. Devoted Mother to Bernard (Melissa)Whitmell & Wyman (Vickie) Whitmell. Step Mother to Vicki Whitmell and Tracy (Steve) Martin. Loving Grandma to Brett, Jenna, Dylan, Ayden, Ayva, Greg & Kelly. Died peacefully surrounded by family at HSN hospital in Sudbury on June 7th, 2019. Funeral service to be held at: Holy Trinity Untied Church, 40 Hillside Drive, Elliot Lake, ON on Friday June 14, 2019 at 11am. Luncheon follows downstairs. Donations gladly accepted for the CT Scanner she tirelessly fundraised for at: St. Joseph’s Foundation of Elliot Lake CT Scanner 1-705-848-7181 ext 242

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Ida Viola Bender
June 6, 2019

The family wishes to announce the peaceful passing of Ida Bender at home in Elliot Lake on June 6, 2019 at the age of 91. Pre-deceased by her husband Ralph William Bender in 2011 she is survived by her children Diane Lea of Elliot Lake, Brian of Elliot Lake, Murray (Rudeekarn “Pom” Thaisomboon) of Elliot Lake and Alan (Dianne) of Elliot Lake. Dear grandmother of Lyndon (Sophie), Rebecca, Braeden, Monica (Brad), Becka (Dustin), Preston (Cindy), Shaun (Rosy), Robert, Krysta, Pim (Coulter), Alana (Jeff), Kyle (Ashley), Corey (Marie) and Kaila (Steve). Dear great-grandmother of 21 great grandchildren, 1 great-great-granddaughter. She is survived by her siblings Delia Durham of Matheson, Dan (Roselda) Cadeau of Timmins, sister-in-law Marla Bender of Matheson and pre-deceased by many brothers and sisters. Also survived by numerous nephews, nieces as well as great nephews and great nieces. Ida will be sorely missed by “daughter number 2” Vivian Ford (Barry) and by her loving companion Timmy who never left her side. Ida was born and worked in Matheson where she met and married Ralph. Ralph worked in a bush camp and Ida became camp cook even though she didn’t know the first thing about cooking. They eventually settled in Elliot Lake where she flourished and she became chief accountant for Rio Algom. She was co-chairman of the St. Joseph’s General Hospital Board and was instrumental in the expansion of St. Joseph’s General Hospital in the mid 1970’s. The Bender family will receive friends on Thursday June 13, 2019 from 10 am until the time of service at 11 am from Holy Trinity United Church. The Rev. Cory Vermeer-Cuthbert officiating. Internment will follow at Woodlands Cemetery in Elliot Lake. Arrangements entrusted to the Elliot Lake Funeral Chapel & Cremation Centre (36 Ontario Ave). 
The family would like to take this time to thank the St. Joseph’s General Hospital staff on the med-surg floor for their compassion and care shown to Ida. They have reaffirmed what it is to be a true professional and for that the family will be forever grateful. A VERY special thank you to the PSW’s at Huron Lodge- Mom loved each of you and enjoyed your assistance and companionship. Thank you to CCAC and Navi from Bayshore. And thank you also to Dr. DeBortoli for your care over the years and honouring Mom’s last request. Memorial contributions to the St. Joseph’s General Hospital CT scanner fund.

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Bill Martin
July 12, 2018

​Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at the St. Joseph’s General Hospital in Elliot Lake on Thursday July 12, 2018 at the age of 93. Beloved husband of Bernice Martin of Elliot Lake. Loving father of Ted Martin (Denice), Lorna Skanes (Alan) and Marlene Scott (Barry), all of Elliot Lake and step father of Brenda & Janis. Dear grandfather of Fred (Dietra), Jeff (Karen), Michael (Elizabeth), Mark (Melissa), Angela (Nigel) & Matthew (Jaclyn). Also survived by 20 great grandchildren, 4 great great grandchildren and numerous nieces & nephews. Family will receive friends at the Elliot Lake Funeral Chapel & Cremation Centre (36 Ontario Ave) on Tuesday July 17 from 7-9 pm. A memorial service celebrating Bill’s life will be held at the Holy Trinity United Church (40 Hillside Drive N.) on Wednesday July 18, 2018 at 11 am. The Rev. Cory Vermeer-Cuthbert officiating. Interment to follow in Woodlands Cemetery, Elliot Lake. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the St. Joseph’s Foundation of Elliot Lake would be appreciated by the family.

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Ken Little
May 12, 2018
Ken Little, former organist at HTU, had moved to Nanaimo with his wife Jackie in April of 2013. 

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Anya Sofia Bosnich
October 11, 1938 - May 6, 2018
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With sadness we announce the passing of Anya Sofia Bosnich (79), Sunday May 6, 2018 at the St. Joseph's General Hospital in Elliot Lake. Caring daughter of the late Toivo and also the late Martta Halme, beloved wife and best friend of Elia, loving mother of Michael (Whynn) and Irene (Tim) Tyhurst. Cherished grandmother of Claire, Donovan, Emily and Charlotte. Survived by her sister Taimi (Ron) Leblanc, and nieces Nicole, Nancy and nephew Ken. A longtime resident of our community, Anya was the first x-ray tech at St. Joseph's General Hospital. She spent her retirement years (since 2000) doing her favorite things: visiting her children and grand kids, gardening and traveling to many countries with her life companion Elia. She will truly be missed by all who knew her. Simple cremation was her wish. A celebration of her life to be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a memorial contribution to St. Joseph General Hospital would be greatly appreciated by her family. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Alternative Funeral Services. 

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Cecil Ellsworth Liscumb
May 3,  2018

Age 81, passed away peacefully in Elliot Lake on may 3, 2018. Born in Blind River son of Ellsworth and Nellie (Aelick) Liscumb and brother to Shelva (Hubbard), Gerry and Jimmy. Brother-in-law to Floyd and Ellen Neal, Terry and Judy Neal, Sandra and late Paul Morin, Donna and Nick Solomon. Survived by his wife June (Neal) of 58 years, son Kevin of Barrie, ON and daughter Diane (Jeff) Morrison of Quispamsis N.B. Papa to Ian, Maggie and Owen. Uncle to many nieces and nephews. Cecil will be remembered as an avid angler, loved camping and the outdoors and bean bag baseball. A celebration of life to follow. The family is grateful to Dr. DeBertoli and the third floor emergency staff of St. Joseph's General Hospital. Memorials may be made to the hospital or the Renaissance Senior's Centre.13

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Marvin Lawrence Miller
February 14, 2018
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It is with great sadness that the family announces the sudden passing of Marv, on February 14, 2018. Beloved and devoted husband for 35 years to Jane. Loving and caring father of Meghan and her husband Jason Norris of Orangeville and Tyler and his wife Alissa of Calgary. Adored and cherished Papa of Kaiden and Callen Norris who brought so much pride and joy to his life. Missed by his faithful dog Molly. Survived by his brothers Glen and Bryan, sister-in-laws, brother-in-law, nieces and nephews. Sadly missed and always remembered by his many friends, with whom he so willingly shared his life, love and laughter. Friends and family shared in a celebration of Marv's life at Holy Trinity United Church on Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2018. To honour Marv's memory, donations to the North Shore Cruisers Sick Kids Fund (via Appliance Busters in Elliot Lake), Elliot Lake Secondary School Scholarship Fund or St. Joseph's Hospital Equipment Fund, Elliot Lake. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Alternative Funeral Services . In our hearts and thoughts always

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