Melinda Anne Dobric December 31st, 1944 – January 7th, 2017 Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville Predeceased by her husband Ernie Ekker Survived by her brother Ron Boutilier Loving mother of Sandra (John), Glen (Roberta), and Danny. Cherished grandmother of James (Nicolle) and Scott (Angela) Andrew, Kyle Lobb and Daniel Jr. and Riley Remembered by great-grandchildren Greg and Lucas Andrew The family would like to extend a special thank-you to the staff at the Centennial Retirement Residence, the critical care unit at Bowmanville hospital, and Dr. Sridhar for their care and compassion. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Bowmanville Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Visitation will be held at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME (124 King Street East, Oshawa) on Thursday January 12th from 1pm until time of service in the chapel at 2pm. For online condolences please visit www.armstrongfuneralhome.net