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

Passed away peacefully at Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital, on November 25, 2025. Elisabeth Easterling (nee: Maier) at the age of 98 years, beloved wife of the late John Easterling. Loving mother of Gary (Gail), Keith (Susan), and Mark (Tammy). Dear grandmother of Katie (Mark), Brock (Christina), Erica (Reid), Leah (Taylor), Michelle, Andrew, and great grandmother of Trent, Grady, Spencer, Carter, Alanna, and Brie. Sadly missed by her sister Irena Kobald, her extended family, and many friends.

Elisabeth was born October 13, 1927, in Austria and then travelled through Switzerland and eventually landed in London, England. She worked for a family in Hyde Park as a housekeeper where she met John and enjoyed a brief engagement. They were married in London eventually travelling to Canada in 1954. Settling into life as newlyweds and enjoying a life full of family, friends and memories.

Memorial Service will be held at Rod Abrams Funeral Home 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham 905-936-3477, on Friday December 5th, 2025 with Visitation from 10am until time of Service in the chapel at 12pm. Reception will follow in the funeral home’s Cliffside Hall. For those who wish, donations in Elisabeth’s memory to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Online condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

The service will be recorded and placed on Elisabeth’s Memorial page on the funeral home website, for those that are not able to attend in person, to view at their convenience. Please check back here as the recording becomes available.

Studd: Edward “Tedd”,

Passed away suddenly at his home, on November 20, 2025.  Tedd Studd at the age of 57 years, loving husband of the late Ammie Studd (nee: Ferron).  Sadly missed by his step children Michael and Ethan.  Remembered with love by his sister Jennifer Seymour.  Dearly missed by his nephew John Seymour (Tanya), and his cousins Jim Elliott (Trudy), and Jill Brennan (Danny).  Forever in the hearts of his extended family and friends.  

A Memorial Service will be held at Rod Abrams Funeral Home 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham 905-936-3477 on Sunday November 30, 2025 with Visitation from 12pm until the time of Service in the chapel at 1pm.   Reception will follow at the Tottenham Legion- 25 Richmond St. E. Tottenham.  For those who wish donations in memory of Tedd to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.  Online condolences and memories may be left at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

Drury: Norman Keith,

Peacefully passed away at Simcoe Manor Beeton, on November 18th, 2025. Keith “Poochie” Drury at the age of 82 years, worked for the town of New Tecumseth for over 46 years. He is now reunited with his beloved wife of 52 years married, the late Elaine Drury (nee: Holmes). Loving father of Michele Drury, Tammy Hurd, and Jamie Drury. Dear grandfather to Chance, Cora, Ripley and Russell. Adoring great-grandfather to Kayden and Vincent. Sadly missed by his brother Clarence Drury (Diane) and his sister Doris Buchanan (the late Lloyd). Caring brother-in-law of the late Robert (the late Roberta) Holmes, Carolyn (the late Bob) Beaton, the late Shiela (the late Brian) O’Leary, Brian (Cathy) Holmes, Marilyn (Gary) McNish, Scott (Betty) Holmes, and the late Wendy (Harry) Murphy. Forever in the hearts of his cousins, nieces, nephews, family and friends.

The family wishes to thank the staff at Simcoe Manor for all of their care and love for Keith over the past 5 years. Visitation will be held at the Rod Abrams Funeral Home 1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham Ontario 905-936-3477 on Saturday November 29th, 2025 from 10am until the time of Funeral Service in the chapel at 12pm. Reception will follow in the funeral home’s Cliffside Hall. Followed by interment at Trinity Cemetery in Beeton. Donations to the Alzheimer’s Society, or the Alliston Humane Society or Matthews House Hospice would be greatly appreciated. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

A recording of the funeral service will be available to view from the comfort and safety of your home. Please check back as the video becomes available.

Ronald Henry Totty passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on November 16, 2025, at the age of 78. Beloved husband of Deborah Totty (née Hawthorne).
Loving father of the late Warren Totty, Melissa Totty Hatfield (Brandon), Sam Totty (Courtney), and cherished grandfather of Lily and Jace Hatfield. Dear brother of Rachelle Totty and Lea Totty. Fondly remembered by his stepchildren Kristen Ireland (Rodney) and Sarah King (Vincent David), and as a caring grandfather to Ellie and Isaac Ireland. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered by his nieces and nephews, extended family, and many friends.
Ron devoted 35 years to the Metro Toronto Police Service, concluding his distinguished career as a Detective Sergeant. Throughout his tenure, he upheld the highest standards of integrity and commitment, dedicating himself to the protection and service of his community. His career stands as a testament to his unwavering character – a legacy that remains a source of immense pride for all who knew him.
In retirement, Ron embraced life fully. He and Deb spent cherished winters in Florida with lifelong friends, creating memories not soon forgotten. Known as the life of the party, Ron had a quick wit and a commanding presence that filled every room with warmth and energy, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew him
He loved working with his hands  whether in the barn, around the house, or in his well-stocked tool room  and took great joy in building and fixing things. A passionate country music enthusiast, Ron found inspiration in the legends he admired Nelson, Conley, Cash, and Stapleton and never missed an opportunity to share a story or reflection.
A Celebration of Ron’s Life will be held at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham (905-936-3477), on Sunday, November 23, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the funeral home’s Cliffside Hall. Interment of cremated remains will follow at Mt. Tegart Cemetery at a later date.
Please share a memory, a story, a laugh or your condolences with the family online at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.
Ron will be forever remembered for his love of family, his laughter, and his unwavering strength. His presence was a gift, and his memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.
“Blue skies smiling at me, nothing but blue skies do I see.” — Willie Nelson

KAUPPINEN, Olli Kalevi-
Passed away peacefully on November 14th, 2025 at Matthews House Hospice in Alliston with family by his side. Olli Kauppinen at the age of 74 years, beloved husband of Susan Kauppinen (nee: Vella). Loving father of Michael Kauppinen, Lisa Cockerill (Brad Basarab), Christine Symons, and Pamela Cockerill (Peter Boncardo). Caring grandfather to Brock, Evan and Curtis. Predeceased by his parents Vilho and Elma Kauppinen. Olli will be missed by his brother Mike Kauppinen (Cheryl), extended family and friends. A private Celebration of Olli’s Life will be held at a later date.  For those who wish, donations in memory of Olli to Matthews House Hospice or the Salvation Army would be appreciated. Online condolences or memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.