Warrior Wall

Welcome to our Warrior Wall, a space dedicated to honoring the steadfast courage of those who fought Atypical Parkinsonism and to memorializing the beautiful souls we’ve lost. Each name here reflects unwavering resilience and an enduring legacy, inspiring us with their spirit, bravery, and tenacity. This Wall celebrates their journey and pledges to carry their memory forward.

Our Lost Warriors

Coleen Cunningham

Died May 18, 2019. Coleen battled Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) with incredible strength. A loving wife, mother, and grandmother, she prioritized others despite her challenges. Her kindness and resilience continue to inspire PSP awareness efforts.

Doug Murphy

Died April 6, 2021. Doug faced Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) and Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) for 8 years, losing speech and mobility but never his humor or love. He chose MAID, passing peacefully with family.

Kathy (Katica) Warwick

Died September 9, 2023, aged 74. Kathy fought PSP valiantly, passing at Ridgeview Long Term Care Centre surrounded by family.

James David (Jim) Will

Died February 14, 2020. Jim battled PSP, leaving behind a love for fishing, biking, and music. He passed at The Meadows LTC with his wife by his side.

Donna Lynn Hicks

Died October 15, 2019. Donna fought PSP with grace, a beloved mother and wife whose spirit endured despite the disease’s challenges.

Luis Alberto Bernardino

Died April 3, 2024, aged 67. Luis faced PSP, leaving behind his wife of 44 years, Ana Maria, and four children.

Michael Sullivan

Died March 5, 2024, aged 65. Michael battled PSP, passing at Lakeridge Health Hospital with family by his side.

Katherine (Kathy) Petford

Died August 11, 2023. Kathy fought PSP courageously, remembered as a devoted wife, mother, and Oakville community member.

Margo Y. Crichlow

Died January 24, 2024, aged 63. Margo faced PSP with joy and humor, leaving a lasting mark in Toronto.

Richard Boyce

Died June 17, 2023, aged 76. Richard battled PSP, passing at Trillium Long Term Care after a career with Bell Canada.

Frederick Simon Malleau

Died April 7, 2019, aged 75. Frederick endured Aphasia and PSP for years, passing at Lakeridge Health.

Gary Hoffman

Died May 2, 2022, aged 78. Gary fought PSP for four years, passing peacefully at home in Waterloo, Ontario.

Patricia Margaret Fitzsimmons

Died April 7, 2019, aged 70. Pat faced PSP, passing at home with family after a long journey.

Les H. Bertouche

Died September 22, 2016, aged 85. Les battled PSP for 5 years, passing with his wife Lee by his side after 47 years together.

Faye Marie Graham

Faye fought PSP selflessly, leaving behind a legacy as a beloved wife, mother, and friend.

John Allan

Died February 23, 2024, aged 78. John chose MAID after a brave PSP battle, passing peacefully in Victoria, BC.

Gerald "Gerry" Gallinger

Died 2024 in Fernie, BC. Gerry was known for his humor and love of the outdoors despite PSP.

Callen Patricia Hull

Died May 29, 2024. Callen, a nurse and motorcyclist, battled PSP, leaving a vibrant legacy.

Kenneth R. Swanson

Died April 3, 2024, aged 76. Ken, a Vietnam vet and outdoorsman, fought PSP, honored with military services.

Charles Allen "Chuck" Ashe

Died May 9, 2024, aged 70. Chuck battled PSP, remembered for his sports and community spirit.

Jeffrey "Jeff" B. King

Died March 2, 2024, aged 65. Jeff faced PSP, with a memorial supporting CurePSP.

John Kreuser

Died March 12, 2024, aged 70. John, an accountant and outdoorsman, battled PSP.

Jan C. Heddan

Died December 7, 2023, aged 72. Jan, an OR technician, fought PSP courageously.

Camille Joseph Côté

Diagnosed with PPA in 2019 and PSP in 2020, Camille faced these diseases with strength and humor until his passing.

Merna Glowinski

Died July 9, 2023. Merna fought PSP, leaving a legacy as a wife, mother, and grandmother.