Jenna Gazzola - a murder victim in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Jenna Gazzola, age 34, died on or before April 18, 2016, at her apartment in the Corktown District of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. 

Jenna Gazzola

Hamilton is about 45 miles southwest of Toronto, Canada. 

Tragically, Jenna was found deceased on April 19, 2016.  Her dog had been found wandering the hallways of the apartment building which led the caretaker to call the police. 

Shane Shakeshaft, age 27, who lived on the same floor of the apartment building as Jenna, has been charged with first degree murder. 

It has been reported that Jenna's door was forced in. It is not believed that Jenna had any relationship with this man, other than possibly to say hello when passing in the hallway. However, as of this posting, their relationship is uncertain. 

However, how does it happen that a door is forced in, in an apartment building, and no one hears the commotion?  No one steps outside of their apartment door to see what is happening on their floor? No one intervenes or calls the police? 

God save us from an increasingly disconnected and unconcerned society. 

If you have any information about this crime, you are urged to call the Hamilton Police Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit tips online at crimestoppershamilton.com.

Jenna was originally from Guelph, Ontario. 

She was a teacher of English for adults at the St. Charles Adult and Continuing Education Centre in Hamilton.  

Holy Mother, pray for Jenna
and for those who have
lost her. 

Friends describe Jenna as a wonderful person and an outstanding teacher. She cared about others. She had a smile for everyone. 

Jenna's friends and family are devastated over her sudden and tragic death. She was greatly loved. She did her best. She will be forever mourned.

Jenna is survived by many loving friends and family members who will forever miss her. 

Pray for justice for Jenna. 

Pray for all who die suddenly. They are with us one moment and are gone before we can say goodbye. 

Pray for Jenna's loved ones who have suffered an unspeakable loss. 

God save us from the stalkers and the psychopaths. They are killing us, Father. Amen. 

Pray that Jenna is in Heaven. Pray that she is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Grace Glofcheskie - a victim of Hit and Run in Guelph, Ontario

Grace Glofcheskie, age 24, died on December 13, 2015, at a hospital in Guelph, Ontario, Canada. 

Grace

It was Saturday night and Grace was out for an evening with friends. Before 3:00 a.m., Grace was walking home from her friend's home on a city street in Guelph when she was struck by a Ford SUV that had been reported stolen earlier. The vehicle was also fleeing from a roadside check done by the Police looking for drunk or impaired drivers. 

Grace was rushed to a nearby hospital where, tragically, she died of her injuries. 

The SUV had rolled over and the driver fled on foot. He was apprehended by the Police around 10 a.m. at a motel in Guelph. 

A 21 year old man, from Guelph, has been taken into custody with respect to this crime. His name is not available as of this posting. He may be charged with break, enter and theft, possession of stolen property, criminal negligence causing death, dangerous driving causing death, flight from police causing death, and breach of probation.

This guy is only 21 years old and already has a rap sheet like Judas. 

If you have any information about this crime, you are urged to call crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Grace was a native of Arnprior, Ontario. She had studied at the University of Guelph and had recently graduated with a masters degree in science. She was a notable athlete and high-achieving student.

Grace is described by friends as an extraordinary young woman who was a special light to all who knew her. She had

Gabriel, who stands in the presence
of God, pray for Grace and for those
who have lost her. 

a positive, uptempo personality and was friendly to everyone. 

Donations in Grace's memory are being accepted at the Grace Glofcheskie Memorial Fund at the University of Guelph. 

Grace's loved ones are devastated over her sudden and tragic death. She was a good kid. She was just starting out in life. She was loving and was loved in return. She did her best. She will be forever mourned.

Grace is survived by many loving friends and family members including her parents, Gerard and Nancy; and her siblings, Adam, Luke and Rachel.

Pray for all who die by misadventure. They are with us one moment and are gone before we can say goodbye.

Pray for this family. They have suffered an unspeakable loss. 

God save us from the thieves and the drunk and doped up drivers. They are killing us, Father. Amen.

God save us from those who strike us down on the road and then run away like wolves. Amen. 

Pray that Grace is in Heaven. Pray that she is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Mariel Garcia - an 18 year old victim of Hit and Run in Brampton, Ontario

Mariel Garcia, age 18, died on November 21, 2015, at a hospital in Toronto, Ontario. 

Mariel Garcia

After 10:00 p.m., Mariel had been walking to her parents' home in Brampton, Ontario. She had been out with friends and took a bus home, but had to walk several blocks. During the walk she was struck by a pickup truck. The driver of the truck fled the scene. 

Mariel was rushed to a hospital in Toronto where, tragically, she succumbed to her injuries. 

The circumstances of the accident are not known at this time. 

Anyone who saw the accident or saw Mariel in the area that night is asked to call the Major Collision Bureau at 905-453-2121, ext. 3710.

Steven Richards, age 26, of Brampton, turned himself in to the Police a short time later.  He has been charged with failing to remain at the scene of an accident causing death. 

Steven Richards is innocent unless proven guilty. He has expressed remorse over Mariel's death. However, as of this posting, he has not offered additional information regarding the cause of the accident. 

A funding site has been set up to help the Garcia family with expenses. 

Angels of God, pray for Mariel
and for those who have
lost her.

Mariel graduated from St. Joseph Secondary School in Mississauga, Ontario.  Her family moved from Mississauga to Brampton two years ago. She was currently attending McMaster University in Hamilton. Mariel lived in Hamilton during the week while attending University but came home to Brampton on weekends. 

Mariel's loved ones are devastated over her sudden and tragic death. She was a studious young woman and had graduated from high school with honors. She was cheerful and was a bundle of light. She had many friends who will forever miss her. She was just starting out in life. She will be forever mourned.

Mariel is survived by many loving friends and family members including her parents, Dino and Eugenio, and two older brothers.

Pray for all who die suddenly. They are with us one moment and are gone before we can say goodbye.

Pray for all who die young. They barely had a chance to live.

God save us from those who strike us down on the road and then run away like wolves. Amen.

Pray that Mariel is in heaven. Pray that she is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Andrea Christidis - a victim of alleged drunk driving in London, Ontario

Andrea Christidis

Andrea Christidis, age 18, died on October 9, 2015, at a hospital in London, Ontario.

On October 7, 2015, after 10:00 p.m., Andrea had been walking on the sidewalk on the campus of Western University when a car jumped the curb and struck her. She was thrown 30 feet.

Andrea was rushed to a nearby hospital where, tragically, she succumbed to her injuries two days later.

Jared DeJong, age 24, of London, Ontario, has been charged with impaired driving in connection with this tragedy. Charges may be upgraded.

Jared DeJong is innocent unless proven guilty.

However we offer this advice to all drivers: If you find that you are wasted, drunk or doped up on street drugs or prescription drugs or if you are falling asleep on your feet, do NOT drive. Call a family member or a friend for a ride; or take a taxi or a bus; or stay where you are until you sober up; or crawl home on your hands and knees. It will be better for you and for the world if you do.

Regret can last a lifetime.

Andrea had recently graduated from Leaside High School in Toronto. She wanted to pursue a career in the medical field and was a first year health sciences student at Western University in London, Ontario. She was living in a university residence.

Andrea loved reading, travelling, skiing, swimming and the arts. She was also an avid soccer fan. She was an active member of the Greek Orthodox Church.

Andrea's loved ones are devastated over her sudden and tragic death. She was a kind, compassionate and loving young woman. She had a beautiful smile and a kind soul. She will be forever mourned.

Oceans of tears have been shed for Andrea. 

Angels of God, pray for Andrea and for those who have lost her.

Andrea is survived by many loving friends and family members including her parents, Georgia and Chris; and her sister, Alexia.

Pray for justice for Andrea.

God save us from the drunk and the doped up drivers. They are killing us, Father.

Pray that Andrea is in heaven. Pray that she is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Jeremy Cook - an 18 year old killed over a cellphone in London, Ontario

Jeremy Cook

Jeremy Cook, age 18, died on June 14, 2015, in London, Ontario. 

Jeremy was a native of Brampton, Ontario. 

Jeremy had taken a taxi and had left his cellphone inside the vehicle. He traced the phone's location by using a mobile-tracking app. He and a relative went to the phone's location and were confronted by three men in a car. 

Details are sketchy but it has been reported that when Jeremy tried to retrieve his phone the vehicle pulled away.  Jeremy grabbed on to the driver's side door and it was then that he was shot. 

At about 5:15 a.m., Jeremy was found deceased at the rear of a stip mall in the north end of London. He had died of multiple gunshot wounds. 

The car driven by the shooters was found abandoned nearby after hitting a fence and a tree. 

Jeremy had no connection to the attackers and had never been in trouble with the Police. 

The suspects are three black males between the ages of 18 and 21. Anyone with

Father, place Jeremy on the Stairway
to Heaven.

information is asked to call the London Police Service at 519-661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be sent in on-line anonymously to www.londoncrimestoppers.com.

Jeremy had graduated from Notre Dame High School in Brampton in 2014. He moved to London, Ontario to attend Fanshawe College. He wanted to become a carpenter and he had spent last summer running his own woodworking company making high quality outdoor furniture. He was currently looking for a position as a carpentry apprentice. 

Friends describe Jeremy as a hard working kid, who had volunteered for Habitat for Humanity. He always had a positive attitude and a smile on his face. 

We put this question to the thieves who killed Jeremy: What does it profit a man if he gains the whole world and loses his own soul?

Jeremy's loved ones are devastated over his sudden and tragic death. He did his best. He will be forever mourned.

Oceans of tears will be shed for this young man.

Jeremy is survived by many loving friends and family members who will forever miss him.

Pray for justice for Jeremy. 

Pray for all who die young. They barely had a chance to live.

God save us from the thieves. They are killing us, Father. Amen.

Pray that Jeremy is in heaven. Pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Eric Desjardins - a Good Samaritan died in Perth, Ontario

Eric Desjardins

Eric Desjardins, age 38, died on February 25, 2015, at a hospital in Perth, Ontario. 

Eric was driving near Perth at about 9:30 p.m. when he came across a road accident. An older woman had driven off the road and into a ditch.  Eric stopped to see if he could be of assistance. When he got out of his vehicle, he was struck by a pickup truck driven by a 51 year old man from the Perth area. 

Eric was rushed to a local hospital where tragically he succumbed to his injuries. 

It appears that alcohol was not a factor in the collision and no charges are pending. 

The Good Samaritan comes to
the aid of strangers, selflessly.

Eric attended Garneau Catholic High School in Orléans, Ontario. 

Eric worked as a wash bay supervisor at a trucking company in Perth.  His supervisors and co-workers there describe him as a good man and a valued employee.  He was helpful, happy and upbeat. He greatly loved his wife and kids.  He will be forever missed. 

Eric's loved ones are devastated over his sudden and tragic death. He will be forever mourned. 

Eric is survived by many loving friends and family members including his wife and children.

Pray for all who die while coming to the aid of others. They are the Good Samaritans and are the real heroes of the modern era.

Pray for all who die by misadventure. They are with us one moment and are gone before we can say goodbye.

Pray that Eric is in heaven. Pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Zaid Youssef and Michael Menjivar - Teens killed in Toronto, Ontario

Zaid Youssef, age 17, and Michael Menjivar, age 15, died on October 6, 2014, in a suburb of Toronto, Canada. 

Both boys were shot dead. 

Zaid Youssef (L); Michael Menjivar (R)

Reports are extremely conflicting.

The family of Zaid states that he was a bystander at a lunch hour fight that broke out on the street near his school. He tried to flee when shots broke out but he was struck and killed by accident.

Another report states that the boys were targeted and that this shooting was the result of arguments that had broken out between them and others earlier on social media (Twitter).

A third report says that Zaid Youssef was planning to protect a friend who was going to be involved in a fistfight and he was shot during the confrontation.

More information will be forthcoming as the investigation continues. If you have any information about these murders, you are urged to call Toronto Crime-Stoppers at 416-222-8477.

Zaid's parents are from Iraq. He was born in Jordan. The family came to Canada when he was 6 years old. Zaid was in Grade 12 and was working part time at Canadian Tire. Zaid attended Don Bosco Catholic Secondary School. He was considering going to university to study law or engineering.

Family members describe Zaid as a really good kid who didn't get into trouble. He was an obedient and loving son. He loved his family and his friends. He had celebrated his 17th birthday just a few days before his death.

Michael Menjivar was a student at James Cardinal McGuigan Catholic High School.

Angels of God, pray for Zaid and for Michael
and for those who have lost them

His family stated that he woke up late for school and had only tagged along with a friend when they came across a fight scene which ended in his death as a bystander. They state that he had nothing to do with any of the tragic circumstances that unfolded. Michael is described as a good kid who loved everybody. 

The family members of Zaid Youssef and Michael Menjivar are devastated over their tragic deaths. They will be forever mourned.

Zaid Youssef is survived by many loving friends and family members. 

Michael Menjivar is survived by many loving friends and family members. 

Oceans of tears will be shed for these boys.

The families of Zaid and Michael have suffered an unspeakable loss. Pray for them. 

Pray for justice for Zaid and for Michael. 

God save us from the Lost Ones who bring death to strangers. They are killing us, Father.

Pray that Zaid is in heaven. Pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Pray that Michael is in heaven. Pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Joseph Prevett - Law Enforcement - Thunder Bay, Ontario

Joseph Prevett

Constable Joseph Prevett, age 50, died in the line of duty on May 7, 2014, at a hospital in Bracebridge, Ontario.

Joe was a member of the Thunder Bay Police Service. He worked in the K-9 unit.

That morning he was attending a police canine training exercise near Gravenhurst, Ontario, when he collapsed. He was rushed to a nearby hospital but sadly passed away.

The cause of death was heart failure. This medical condition was not known prior to his death.

Joe began working in law enforcement with the Peel Regional Police in 1998. He

Michael, Archangel, Patron
Saint of the Police, pray
for Joe and for those who
have lost him

joined the Thunder Bay Police Service in 2003.

The Thunder Bay Police Service is in mourning over the death of their brother. He will be greatly missed.

Joe's family are devastated by his sudden and tragic passing. He will be forever mourned.

Friends stated that Joe was a good man and a good police officer. He was well respected by his peers.

Joe was featured in a television news article about the retirement in late 2013 of his police dog, Thunder, after 10 years of diligent service. Joe and his family took Thunder into their home for some well deserved rest and relaxation.

Joe is survived by many loving comrades, friends and family members, including his wife and children.

Thank you for your service to the public, Joe.

Pray for all who die in the line of duty.

Pray for all who die suddenly. They are with us one moment and gone before we can say goodbye.

Pray that Joe is in heaven. Pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Zoe Nudell - a victim of impaired driving in Hamilton, Ontario

Zoe Nudell, age 33, died on October 31, 2013, at a hospital in Hamilton, Ontario.

On the evening of October 30, 2013, Zoe had been jogging on a city street. She was struck by a vehicle.

A witness kept the driver at the scene until the police arrived.

Joseph Warren, age 42, has been arrested in connection with this incident. In a breathalyzer test, he registered over three times the legal alcohol limit. He was also found in possession of weed.

Zoe was from Halifax. She had moved to Hamilton just a couple of weeks before to join her partner who is studying for a master's degree.

Zoe is well-known as an artist in Halifax. She was a graduate of the University of Toronto. She also held a master's degree in Atlantic Canada studies from St. Mary's University.

She was a skilled sailor, a devout Buddhist, and she loved working with teens.

Friends describe her as grounded, open, talented and a free spirit.

She is also described as intelligent, artistic and athletic.

The Buddhist community in Halifax are deeply mourning Zoe's passing. 

Light a candle for Zoe.  Light her way
to Heaven. 

Zoe is survived by many loving friends and relatives including her father, David; and her partner, Ben Gallagher. She was predeceased by her mother, Molly, in 2007.

God save us from the drunk and doped up drivers. They are killing us, Father. Amen.

God save us from the speeding drivers. They are driving us to our graves. Amen.

Pray that Zoe is in heaven. Pray that she is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Rafsan Alam - a hit and run victim in Scarborough, Ontario

Rafsan Alam, age 22, died on October 20, 2013, on a street in Scarborough, Ontario.

He had been playing cards with friends and relatives. At about 1:00 a.m., he left the gathering and headed off to a local coffee shop to get some pastries. His sister was due to fly in from out of town and he wanted to get her some treats.

Rafsan was crossing the street when he was struck by a truck. The driver fled the scene.

The driver of the truck was allegedly involved in the armed robbery of a cab driver prior to the collision with Rafsan.

Anthony Sowkey, age 24, of Toronto, has been arrested and faces charges including armed robbery, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing death, criminal negligence causing death, impaired driving causing death, failure to stop at the scene of an accident and driving while disqualified.

Rafsan was in his final year at the University of Toronto Scarborough campus, studying for a bachelor of business administration. He had ambitions to study in New Zealand.

Rafsan was a Muslim and regularly worshipped at the Jame Abu Bakr Siddique

Angels of God, pray for Rafsan and for justice

mosque in Scarborough.

Family members described Rafsan as their crown jewel, forever loved and forever missed.

Friends describe him as one of the nicest people they've met. He was humble. He was into fitness.

This family has suffered huge losses. Rafsan's older brother had drowned at age 3, while the family was living in Bangladesh.

Rafsan is survived by many loving friends and relatives including his mother Kamrun; his father, Kaisar; and two siblings.

Pray for justice for Rafsan.

God save us from the thieves. They are killing us. Amen.

Pray that Rafsan is in heaven. Pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Aaron Stevenson - a teenage hit and run victim in Brockville, Ontario

Aaron Stevenson, age 16, died on August 29, 2013, on a road near Brockville, Ontario.

He was walking on the road after midnight when he was struck by a vehicle. The driver left the scene.

It is believed that Aaron may have been at a skateboard park prior to the tragedy.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Ontario Provincial Police at 613-924-4221 or 1-888-310-1122.

Police have arrested Joseph Greer, age 23, from Augusta Township, who is charged with impaired driving, driving over 80 km per hour and indignity to a dead body.

Rusty Pearce, age 21, of Brockville, is charged with failing to remain at the scene of an accident contrary to the Criminal Code and indignity to a dead body.

Aaron was going into Grade 11 at Brockville Collegiate Institute this week.

Friends describe him as a fun guy, a jokester and popular. He was also an avid

Angels of God, pray for Aaron

drummer. He was excited about earning money at a new job.

His family are devastated by his sudden death.

Aaron is survived by many loving friends and relatives.

Pray for all who die by misadventure. They are with us one moment and gone the next. Amen. 

God save us from the drunk and doped up drivers. They are killing us, Father. Amen.

Pray that Aaron is in heaven. Pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

AJ Blugerman - drowned in Don River, Ontario

AJ Blugerman, age 16, died on March 29, 2013, in the Don River, Toronto, Canada.

AJ was a passenger in an SUV which was going east on Lake Shore Boulevard when it hit the curb, crossed three oncoming lanes, crashed through the guardrail and plunged into the river.

The others in the car, two boys and two girls, managed to get out and had only minor injuries.

Toronto police and firefighters, who were on the scene within minutes, dove into the water with only T-shirts or their uniforms but couldn’t help. It took about 40 minutes for a fully-suited police dive team to get AJ out of the car. He was taken to hospital, where he later died.

Two firefighters were treated for hypothermia.

The driver of the SUV is 17 years old. It is not believed that alcohol or drugs are a component of this tragic accident.

AJ was a Grade 11 student at Bayview Glen School. He had previously attended the all-boys St. Michael’s College School, where he played hockey.

School officials describe AJ as outgoing, with a contagious sense of humour.

Friends describe him as everyone's best friend. 

Angels of God, pray for AJ

Pray for all who die by misadventure. They are with us one moment and gone the next. Amen. 

Pray for this boy who died tragically. Amen.

Pray for the driver of the SUV who is only a kid himself.  

Let us pray that AJ is in heaven. Let us pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Bridget Takyi - murdered in Etobicoke, Ontario

Bridget Takyi

Bridget Takyi, age 27, died on January 19, 2013, on the street in Etobicoke, Ontario. 

She was nearing her car and on her way to work at around 4 a.m., when she was confronted by her former boyfriend, Emmanuel Owusu-Ansah, age 30, of Toronto. He is alleged to have stabbed her numerous times and set her on fire with gasoline.

Her body was so badly burned that she was unrecognizable. 

Emmanuel Owusu-Ansah is charged with first degree murder. He is the father of Bridget's two sons.

Emmanuel Owusu-Ansah

In December, Owusu-Ansah was charged with assaulting Bridget with a weapon and threatening to kill her. 

Anyone who has additional information to provide to the Police is asked to call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477).

Bridget worked as a waitress at Pearson Airport. On the night of her death, she had dropped her toddler-aged sons at her mother’s house before she set off for work. 

Friends describe Bridget as a very private person who kept the issues of domestic abuse to herself. 

Gabriel, Archangel, pray for
Bridget and for her sons who
have lost their mother

Bridget had just graduated from a medical office administration program at Centennial College. She was hard-working. She rarely ever took days off and she volunteered at a hospital downtown every week.

Friends describe her as a caring, genuine person and a good mother to her boys. 

Bridget is survived by many loving friends and relatives including her mother and her two young sons. 

God save us from those who once said they loved us and then they kill us. Amen. 

Let us pray that Bridget Takyi is in heaven. Let us pray that she is at peace and is with God. Amen.