Today's Obituary Notification from Rod Abrams Funeral Home Ltd.

Peacefully passed away in his sleep at his home in Tottenham on August 31, 2026, after a brief illness. Peter Carney at the age of 71 years, beloved husband of “Wilma” Wilhelmina Carney (nee: Rutten). Loving father of Sarah Ampleford (Glen), Jason Carney (Karen Vu Nguyen), and Mark Carney (Jessica). Dear Papa of Ava, Claire, Ben, Mia, Liv, Wesley, Addison, and Luke. Sadly missed brother of Dr. Phil (Peggy), Louise Rodricks (the late Neville), the late Theresa Rait (Don), Dr. Patrick, Jim (Jenny), Anne Sledz (Michael), Leonard, Edward (Charlotte), and Tom. Forever in the hearts of his nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
The family will receive relatives and guests at Rod Abrams Funeral Home 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham 905-936-3477 on Friday September 4, 2026 from 5-8pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. James Church Colgan 2118 Adjala-Tecumseth Townline, Colgan on Saturday September 5, 2026 at 12pm. Interment will take place in St. James Cemetery. Reception will follow at the funeral home’s Cliffside Hall. For those who wish, donations in Peter’s memory to the Cancer Society  or Chalice  would be appreciated. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

Peacefully passed away at his home in Loretto, with the love of his family by his side on August 25, 2026. John Blacklaws at the age of 84 years, beloved husband of Irene Blacklaws (nee: McIntosh). Loving father of Larry (Lynda), Mike (Christine), Terry, and Karen Grehan (Jamie). Sadly missed by his grandchildren Rebecca, Darren (Heather), Emily (Nick), Craig, Hannah (Jeremy), Kevin (Bita), and great grandson Jack. John is the dear brother of Margaret Bricknell (the late Tom), the late Janet Pickett (Jim), the late David, Heather Ann Adams (Dave), Donal (Christine), and James. Forever remembered in the hearts of his nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

A Memorial Mass will be held on Monday August 31, 2026 at 11am in St. Mary’s Church Achill 2458 Concession Rd. #4 Loretto ON, with interment taking place in St. James Cemetery Colgan. A Celebration of John’s Life with Reception will follow at Rod Abrams Funeral Home 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham in the Cliffside Hall from 1-3pm.
Donations in John’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Society would be appreciated. Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

Mitchell, Andrew ‘Andy’ Mitchell
It is with profound sadness at our loss that we announce Andrew has been reunited with his loving family. On Monday, August 10, 2026 at Southlake Health. Andrew in his 92nd year beloved husband of the late Dorothy Cunningham (nee: Earl). Loving father to his son the late Ian (Jacqueline) Mitchell and father of Anne (the late son-in-law Ian) Finch.
Sadly missed by his caring grandson Keagan and his granddaughters Morag (Vince) and Helen (Kevin) and his five great-grandchildren.
Fondly remembered by his niece, Diane (Ron) Blanchard, nephews Larry Gough, the late Billy Gough and Andrew (Lowise) Gough as well as their families in Syracuse, New York.
Forever in the hearts of his extended family and friends.

Andy was a kind and caring man with the cutest giggle and the brightest blue eyes. He was always ready to lend a hand and help out anyone in need. Andy was the youngest of seven born in Glasgow, Scotland to Andrew and Jean Mitchell. At around the age of 20 he moved to Canada and shortly after met his wife Dorothy. He started out as a meter reader for the gas company and often told many funny stories about his time on the job.
He later got a job with Rheem Canada selling water heaters. This is the career that would define Andy.
His friendly, helpful and bubbly personality made him very successful at his job. Rheem swag could be found all around their house as well as their trailer in Buckhorn. Even though Andy retired more than 27 years ago from Rheem Canada, he would still proudly wear his Rheem windbreaker heading out for dinner or a walk. He would kill a fly with his Rheem fly swatter or open a letter with his Rheem letter opener. Many of his friends and family probably had the same fly swatters and letter openers.

Andy was known for always wearing a cap, usually tartan or Tweed. Even in the long-term care home he had his collection of hats lined up on hooks along the wall so that he could easily choose which one to wear each day. Andy loved dancing with his wife Dorothy and playing hockey using mini sticks with his son Ian. He loved growing tomatoes and was quite successful at it.
Andy loved a good game of cards. He had an uncanny ability to know who had what in their hand, making it very difficult to win against him. While playing cards, he would often break into song. He knew the funniest songs. As he grew older and his memory faded, he was still able to sing all of his favorites.
Music was one of his great loves, but his greatest love of all was his family.

Cremation has taken place. A Graveside Service will be held at Resthaven Memorial Gardens (2700 Kingston Rd., Scarborough, Ontario) on Saturday September 12, 2026 at 2:30pm. If desired, Memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at www. RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

Prentice: Kenneth Allan “Ken”

It is with deep sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Kenneth Allen “Ken” Prentice at Sunnybrook Hospital on August 13, 2026, at the age of 68, peacefully with his loving family by his side.
Ken was the beloved father of Jessica (Vince), Jeff (Cortney), and Nathan (Julie), and a cherished grandfather to Katelyn (Kyle), Julia, Samantha, Owen, Olivia, Aria, Valerie, Gabriel, and Jameson.
He will be dearly missed by his siblings Doug (Adair), Kathy (the late Gerry), and Gord. Ken was predeceased by his parents, James and Bernice Prentice.

He will be forever remembered and lovingly missed by his nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

Ken’s memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

The family will receive family and friends at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham, 905-936-3477, on Sunday, August 23rd, 2026, from 10am until the time of Service at 12pm. A reception will be held in the funeral home’s Cliffside Hall. Interment will follow in Trinity United Cemetery, Beeton.

Condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

The World has Lost a Legend

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Luciano Lisi on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at Royal Victoria Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

Beloved husband of 50 years to Melina Lisi (née Altomare). Luciano will be deeply missed by his loving daughter Stephanie (Ron) Littlejohn and his cherished granddaughter Ella.

He is now reunited in Heaven with his beloved son, Joseph.

Luciano will also be lovingly remembered by his brother Danny, and was predeceased by his brother Gianni.

Luciano will be remembered for the love he had for his family and the many memories he created with those closest to him. His presence will be deeply missed, but his memory will forever remain in the hearts of his family and loved ones.

Luciano will be fondly remembered by his niece, nephews, extended family, and friends.

Family and friends will be received at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham, 905-936-3477 on Monday August 17, 2026 from 10:30am-12:30pm followed by Memorial Service in the chapel at 12:30pm. Reception to follow in the funeral home’s Cliffside Hall.

For those who wish, donations in memory of Luciano may be made to the Aplastic Anemia & Myelodysplasia Association of Canada. Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.