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Oscar "Ross" Calberry
Visitation

MacCoubrey Funeral Home
30 King St. E., Cobourg

Thursday November 9
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Celebration of Life

MacCoubrey Funeral Home Reception Centre
30 King Street East, Cobourg

Friday November 10
1:00pm - 4:00pm

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Oscar "Ross" Calberry

May 24, 1931 - November 5, 2023

Ross Calberry at the grand age of 92 years, passed away peacefully at his home in Cobourg surrounded by his family. Ross leaves behind his loving wife of 65 years, Betty (nee Slater), and cherished children Reta, Jackie (Glenn Manson), and the late David (Karen). Ross is remembered with love by his grandchildren Mathew, Halle (Taylor), Ryan, and Laura. He was the dear brother to Margaret (the late Derry Wilford), the late Lillian (late Tom Chalmers), the late Percival (Ann), and the late Douglas (Ruth). He will be greatly missed by his many nieces and nephews. He will also be missed by his grand-dogs Davena & Payton and grand-bunnies Koda & Meadow. Cremation with Visitation to be held at MacCoubrey Funeral Home, 30 King St. E. in Cobourg on Thursday, November 9th from 6 to 8 p.m. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held at the MacCoubrey Funeral Home Reception Centre on Friday, November 10th from 1 to 4 pm with sharing of memories by family to occur. Interment of cremated remains at Cobourg Union Cemetery will be at a later date. Those wishing may make a memorial donation to the Canadian Cancer Society, Diabetes Canada, or the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

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MESSAGES OF CONDOLENCE / DONATIONS

Margaret McKinlay - November 21, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Canadian Cancer Society

Laura Coons - November 16, 2023

Dear Betty and family, our deepest sympathy to hear of the passing of Ross. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Doug and Laura Coons

Nancy and Art Dalgarno - November 15, 2023

Dearest Betty and your entire family. We send you our most sincere condolences on the passing of your dear Ross. I just found out about this and we regret that we missed his visitation. Our family sends sympathy and love to your family. You are in our prayers. Remember our orphans at Bête singing “Let’s go Blue Jays”. That always brings a smile. Will see you soon. The Dalgarno family

Art and Nancy Dalgarno - November 15, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Canadian Cancer Society

Gord and June Minifie - November 13, 2023

Condolences to Betty and family.

Nellie Shaver - November 12, 2023

Dearest Betty Very sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family at this sad time Nellie Shaver

Pamela Abrahamse - November 11, 2023

Dear Aunt Betty, Reta, Jackie and extended family On behalf of Margaret Wilford ,sister of Ross and the Abrahamse family, we would like to express our sincere condolences for your loss. Please take care of each other, and we will all hold wonderful memories of Ross near to our hearts.

Bill and Linda (Charlton) Harrison - November 11, 2023

Dear Betty and family. So sorry to hear about Ross passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

John and Sue Bianco - November 10, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Diabetes Canada

Kathy and Kevin Eady - November 10, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Diabetes Canada

Ann Calberry - November 10, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Canadian Cancer Society

Carol Lawless - November 10, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

David and Sharon Yale - November 10, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Diabetes Canada

Jeanette Yurcich - November 10, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Terry Fox Foundation

Susan & Dalt Spicer - November 10, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Al and Dawn Manson - November 10, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Canadian Cancer Society

Ben and Brenda Ferguson - November 10, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Canadian Cancer Society

Ronald Parks and Betty Newman - November 9, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Diabetes Canada

Audrey McMillan - November 9, 2023

Dear Betty and family So sorry to hear about Ross’s passing. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family

Marion switzer(Neill) - November 9, 2023

Dear Betty and family, so sorry to read of Ross's passing, I remember him so well when I was growing up in Cobourg when my mother worked with Betty. Sincere condolences to all the family and keep all of your memories close to you.

Debbie Taylor - November 9, 2023

Dear Betty and family. I’m so sorry to read of Ross’s passing? Sending my heartfelt condolences and prayers to all of you. God bless❤️??❤️

Linda and Frank Balkovec - November 8, 2023

To Jackie, Glenn, Halle (Taylor), Ryan, and Laura we extend our deepest sympathies for the loss of you father/grandfather Ross. Whenever he'd visit you, he always made time to stop and greet us with a warm smile and friendly conversation. Please extend our condolences especially to your mom and the rest of the family.

Kim Gordon - November 8, 2023

Sincere condolences to Jackie and and families. When I was in high school I remember being warmly welcomed by all to your home. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Betty & Allan Smoth - November 8, 2023

Betty and family, Thinking of you at this difficult time. You must have many memories to share of Ross; husband, father and grandfather!

Heather and Mark Harris - November 8, 2023

Our deepest sympathies. Love and hugs to all of you.

Gord and Iona Coyle - November 8, 2023

Sorry to hear ofRoss,s passing

Joan and Don Diminie and family - November 8, 2023

Betty, Reta, Jackie and Families: Sorry to learn of Ross passing on, a great friend who will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time.

Doreen Curtis - November 8, 2023

Dear Betty I am so sorry to hear of your loss! Take comfort in your memories, of a life well lived and your loving family. My prayers are with you

Joan Blaind - November 8, 2023

Dear Betty & family You are in my thoughts & prayers

Katherine Johns - November 8, 2023

Reta, Jackie and family, So sorry for your loss! You are in my thoughts and prayers! Love Kath

Grace Clouthier - November 8, 2023

Betty and family sending my sincere condolences over your loss of Ross. May you all find peace in your memories. Betty may you find comfort knowing that he is at peace.

Jim and Jamie West - November 8, 2023

Betty and family Our condolences to all .

Lynn Schaff - November 8, 2023

Uncle Ross, you will be missed. ❤️

Kim Baxter - November 8, 2023

Betty I am so sorry for your loss. To have loved and shared so much for so many years. I can't begin to imagine your loss. God Bless you and may you find peace.

Fetsje - November 8, 2023

I'm so sorry. I'm so happy Reta made it home in time. Holding your family close in my heart.

Brighton Automotive and Industrial Supply - November 7, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Diabetes Canada

Rob & Linda Fisher - November 7, 2023

We are so sorry to hear of Ross’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences.

Catherine Ford - November 7, 2023

To Betty and family I send love, and pray for each of you. We know that Ross in with his Maker and ask that you are kept in God's arms. He was a lovely man - had a short visit with him a few years ago- a long life well lived. Bless your hearts. Xo

wendy bowman - November 7, 2023

We were sorry to hear of Ross passing away. I worked with Ross at the PUC for many years. He was always great to work with. I know your family will have many great memories to cherish. Wendy and Rick

Wendy Tomaz - November 7, 2023

Mrs. Calberry so sorry for your loss. When we spoke you had said he was doing poorly. You will miss him but now he soars above and without worldly troubles. I will think of you often over the next while and hope that your memories are bringing smiles and peace. I value all the lessons you taught me and hold you in my heart.

Carol Ann Heffernan - November 7, 2023

Betty and family, I am so sorry to hear of Ross’ passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Carol Ann (nee: Lougheed)

Ward & Penny Beebe - November 7, 2023

Betty, Reta, Jackie and Karen - sorry to read of Ross' passing. Ward has many great memories of Ross from his time as a neighbour on Chapel Street. Sending our condolences on behalf of the Beebe family.

Rita Sipple - November 7, 2023

Betty and Reta, my heart hurts for your loss, but he is also Gods gain. Ross was a wonderful husband and father and will be greatly missed. Kenneth and I are praying for peace and comfort for you and the family. We love you

Jo Griffith - November 7, 2023

So sorry for your loss. Betty you know we all loved you and Ross honored to have known such a good man. Thoughts and prayers with a big hug for you Betty??❤️

John and Rose Dobie - November 7, 2023

So sorry for your loss but WOW what a wonderful age! Lots of good memories to reflect on. Take care and know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Carol Gutteridge - November 7, 2023

I am so sorry to hear of Ross’s passing I work with him for many years He was a great man. Hold your memories close. Carol xxoo