Josephine Gwiliams Obituary

GWILLIAMS, Josephine - Surrounded by family after a courageous battle with cancer on October 18, 2008 at Brampton Civic Hospital. Proud mother of Jessica and David (Giovanna). Loving daughter to Edward Robert Burns. Predeceased by her devoted mother Madge Burns. Josephine will always remain in the hearts of her sister Madeleine Burns Millard and brother Robert (Rhonda) Burns. Dear aunt to Dellen Millard and Robbie, Naomi, Daniel, Andrew, Rebecca and Patrick Burns. Josephine has touched the lives of her friends and extended family and will be forever missed. Friends will be received the Ward Funeral Home, 4671 Highway 7, Woodbridge (just west of Pine Valley Drive), 905-851-9100, on Tuesday from 6-9 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Margaret Mary Roman Catholic Church, 8500 Islington Ave., on Wednesday, October 22 at 9 a.m. Donations may be made to the Kingswood Drive Public School Library (235 Kingswood Drive, Brampton, ON L6V 2B3).

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Published by Toronto Star on Oct. 20, 2008.

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Debbie O'Connell

October 27, 2008

To my dear Mr. Burns, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I know how much you loved your daughter and how special she was to you. You are in my thoughts always, Debbie O'

Daniela Perruccio

October 22, 2008

I will never forgot Josie's ever lasting smile, and laugh. We worked together for about 3 years at Chapters. Her love for books and her ability to brighten anyone’s day was her trade mark. Josie was always there to talk to and laugh with. In a working environment with many students, Josie was our role model and mentor. She always encouraged us to go after our dreams and we looked up to her as she went back to school to do her masters at U of T. Josephine will be missed by many.

My deepest condolences to the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Nancy Murphy

October 20, 2008

That smile !!And all the good times in the 70's when our marriages and kids were young. From the times in the old house near Loretto, to the days in Caledon East............ memories that will last. My thoughts are with you all.
Take good care.
Nancy Murphy...........and family

Nadene Wilson

October 20, 2008

Jessica, I will truly miss the long talks, great laughs and your mom's wonderful smile. We have great memories from being young kids riding horses, to adults. Ashley, Madison, Evan just adored her. She will be in our thoughts always.

Angie coleman

October 20, 2008

Although we hadn't seen each other for many years, Josephine has left behind many wonderful memories which I was privileged to share. I remember her great laugh, red hair and outgoing personality and sense of adventure. She holds a special place in many hearts; may you, her family find those happy memories free from pain and sorrow.

Harry Tye

October 20, 2008

Madeleine and family, so very sad to read of Josephine's passing. She was a lovely lady and a lot of fun. Please take care, Harry.

Sue Plewes

October 20, 2008

Celebrating a life well lived. I will cherish the memories forever my best friend you will be missed

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