It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Bob at his home in Burlington on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at the age of 82.

Beloved husband of Pia (née Zuidema) and loving father of Rob (Tony), Jeff, and Scott (Sarah). Cherished grandfather of Zoey and Haydn, and the dear brother of Kenneth and Bruce. A passionate golfer, Lions Club member, and hockey enthusiast, he will be greatly missed.

Bob served for 49 years as a Lion. He was a Life Member of the former Nelson Lions club, and the Burlington Lions Club (the clubs merged in 2007).. He was Manager of the Nelson Downtown Lions Farmer's Market, which became the Burlington Centre Lions Farmer's Market at the same time, and devoted many years to this very successful fundraising enterprise,

A celebration of Bob's life will take place at SMITH'S FUNERAL HOME, 1167 Guelph Line (just one stoplight north of the QEW) in Burlington (905-632-3333) on Sunday, March 30, 2025, from 1 to 3 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Community Living Burlington would be greatly appreciated by the family.

Howard G. Ashbourne passed peacefully on Saturday March 15 in his 95th year, his wife Mary Louise, partner in life for over 69 years, by his side. Howard leaves a legacy of 7 children, Tom (Linda), Victoria (Greg), Mary (Richard), Anne (Allan), Alexandra, Robert and Kate (Simon); 10 grandchildren, Jessica, Thomas, Sean, Meagan, Brendan, Lauren, Livia, Logan, Nathan and Matthew; and 7 great grandchildren. He is survived by sisters Audrey and Christine and predeceased by brother Gordon.

Born in Twillingate, NL, Howard was a proud Newfoundlander. He graduated from Victoria College at the University of Toronto, and captained the UofT Blues soccer team in his final year, winning the league championship. He attended Osgood Hall Law school and was called to the bar in 1958.

Howard practiced law in Weston, ON for over 60 years. He will be remembered for his integrity, attention to detail and desire to help people. He provided sage advice to his clients, as well as to his children (particularly as teenagers.)

He chaired several Weston area Cancer Society fund raisers and led Weston’s centennial celebrations in 1981. ‘Lion Howard’ was an active member of the Weston Lions Club for 60+ years, during which he founded their monthly newsletter and acted as chief editor. The opportunity to serve the community as a Lion, and enjoy the friendships made, was a highlight in his life.

Howard had a passion for antiques and fine china. He enjoyed attending auctions, his keen eye seeking additions to his extensive collections. He loved pancakes with maple syrup at Elmira, wouldn’t miss the annual Gemboree at Bancroft and planned the best Easter egg hunts – Grandpa Howard you will be missed.

After a good life, he’s earned his rest in the big squid jigging grounds in the sky – sleep well Howard.

Visitation will be held on Friday March 28, 4:30-7:30 p.m. at Ward funeral Home (Weston). A Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday March 29, 11:00 a.m. at Central United Church, 1 King Street, York (Weston) and will be live streamed. Reception to follow.

Peacefully with family by his side on February 28, 2025. Sho, in his 92nd year, beloved husband of Helen for 58 years. Loving father of Glen (Alice), Kim, Kelly and Kerri (James). Loved grandpa of Kieran and Riley. Dear brother of Emiko, Mitsuko "Shirley", Masako "Satch" (Ed), and brother-in-law of Donna (Brian). Predeceased by his parents Zeiji Etsuji and Tsune, his siblings Yuzo "Bing", Yoneko "Edith" and James, and brother-in-law Abie. Sho will be fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews.

Born on Mayne Island, a Southern Gulf Island off of the east coast of Vancouver Island, Sho’s family was forcibly relocated to Lemon Creek, in the B.C. interior in 1942. Upon their release, the family came east in December 1945, and eventually settled in Norval, ON. In 1954 they moved once again just a bit south to Huttonville, where Sho lived and raised his own family for 60 years.

Sho was a strong community member. He was a charter member of the Huttonville Lions Club, a tireless volunteer for the Huttonville Community School Association and Brampton Minor Hockey. Sho enjoyed gardening, growing and selling pumpkins and vegetables, pussy willows, statice, sedum and other varieties of flowers. He also enjoyed fishing and travelling.

Family and friends will be received at the Jones Funeral Home, 11582 Trafalgar Road, Georgetown (905) 877-3631 on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 from 10 a.m.-11 a.m. A Celebration of Sho’s Life will take place in the chapel at 11 a.m. Reception to follow in the Trafalgar Room.

In lieu of flowers or koden, memorial contributions to the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides would be appreciated.