Death Notices
Due to families wishes, not all death notices are listed.
November 16, 2019
Grace Marie Arnett (nee Vollett), of Durham, passed away at McVean Lodge, Hanover on Saturday, November 16th, 2019 in her 100th year. Beloved wife of the late Victor Arnett. Loving mother of Dave Arnett and his wife Lorraine, Mary Ellen Thorne, Cheryl and her husband Don Hoffman, and Joan and her husband Gary McNabb. Cherished grandmother of 6 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Leonard Vollett and his wife Lorna. Fondly remembered by her nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her sister ... [more]
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November 16, 2019
Thomas Henry Wilson, of Durham, passed away at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Saturday, November 16th, 2019 in his 85th year. Beloved husband of the late Shirley (nee Lunn). Loving father of Robert Wilson and his wife Chris of Owen Sound, Gary Wilson and his wife Julie of Durham, and Kim Wilson of Hanover. Cherished grandfather of Stefanie Smith, Kourtney Kiddle, Bob Wilson and his wife Nicole, and Brad Wilson and his wife Jessica. Great-grandfather of Jackson, Colby, Evelyn, Reese, Blake, Jack and Finley. ... [more]
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November 15, 2019
Douglas Edward Smith, of Durham and formerly of Orangeville, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Friday, November 15th, 2019 in his 55th year. Beloved husband of Patricia "Pattie" Smith. Loving father of Cody Smith and his wife Alysha Bunyan, and stepfather of Amanda and her husband Duane Brown, Andrew Fritz, Ashley and her husband Bryan Maes, and Robert Fritz. Cherished grandfather of Lyla, JayLynn, Braden, Riley, Haileigh, Nicholas, Calvin, Patrick, Casey and Tyson. Dearest ... [more]
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November 4, 2019
Dorothy "Jean" McIntyre (nee Mather), of Durham, passed away at Rockwood Terrace, Durham
on Monday, November 4th, 2019 in her 94th year. Beloved wife of the late Robert McIntyre.
Loving mother of Mary Ralph, Ruth and her husband Joe Timbers, Ken McIntyre, Linda and her
husband Jim Seeley, Glen McIntyre and his wife Marlene, Ann and her husband Doug Dickson,
Keith McIntyre and his wife Lori, and Larry McIntyre. Sister of Tom Mather. Cherished grandmother of 17 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren ... [more]
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on Monday, November 4th, 2019 in her 94th year. Beloved wife of the late Robert McIntyre.
Loving mother of Mary Ralph, Ruth and her husband Joe Timbers, Ken McIntyre, Linda and her
husband Jim Seeley, Glen McIntyre and his wife Marlene, Ann and her husband Doug Dickson,
Keith McIntyre and his wife Lori, and Larry McIntyre. Sister of Tom Mather. Cherished grandmother of 17 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren ... [more]
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November 1, 2019
Marjorie Jean Harrison (nee Patton), of Durham, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Friday, November 1st, 2019 in her 92nd year. Beloved wife of the late John Harrison. Loving mother of Beverly Harrison and the late Linda of RR#4 Durham, Bernice and her husband Ted McCausland of Oakville, Tom Harrison and his wife Joyce, Percy Harrison and his wife Fay all of RR#4 Durham, and Barb Harrison and her partner Nancy Griffin of RR#3 Durham. Fondly remembered by her 12 grandchildren, ... [more]
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October 20, 2019
Mary Elizabeth Ellen Flood (nee Elder) passed away at Guelph General Hospital on Sunday, October 20th, 2019 in her 74th year. Beloved wife of Jerry Flood. Loving mother of Annetta and her husband Marc Elvidge of Durham, and Wayne Flood and his wife Janice of Owen Sound. Cherished grandmother of Connor, Savanna, and Amberly. Dear sister of Leona Boyd and her late husband Allan. Also survived by 3 sisters-in-law, 3 brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews.
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October 20, 2019
Thomas Burnett Bovingdon, of Durham, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Sunday, October 20th, 2019 in his 87th year. Beloved husband of Ida "Jean" Bovingdon (nee Morrison). Loving father of Don Lantz and his wife Cathy, Debbie and her husband Tracy Detzler, Dean Lantz, and Geoffrey Bovingdon. Cherished grandfather of Tyler and Heidi Lantz, Brady and Shannon Lantz, Jenna and John Linley, April Detzler and Anup, Cole Detzler, Evan Detzler and Lynn, Chloe Detzler and Rafael, Kelsey ... [more]
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October 19, 2019
Veteran of the Korean War, James Leroy Patton, of Durham, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Saturday, October 19th, 2019 in his 91st year. Beloved husband of the late Marilyn (nee Stewart). Loving father of Geraldine and her husband Rick McInnis, and Brenda and her husband Clifford McKelvey. Cherished grandfather of Colin McInnis and partner Steph, Kelly McInnis, Ashley Grubb, Bradley Grubb and partner Nicole, and Ian Grubb. Great-grandfather of Alice Karen Grubb. Dear ... [more]
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October 3, 2019
Rodney Charles Salmon, of Durham, and formerly of Barrie passed away at his residence on Thursday, October 3rd, 2019 in his 58th year. Beloved husband of Silvia Salmon (nee Riske). Loving father of Tyler Salmon and T.J. Salmon and his wife Amy. Cherished grandfather of Bentley and Kaylee. Dear brother of Bonnie and her husband Gerald Covell, Liane Salmon and her wife Joyce, Mary Lou and her husband Luigi Mattiazzi and Joseph Salmon and his wife Peggy. Predeceased by parents Frank and Frances Salmon and brothers ... [more]
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October 1, 2019
Cora May Smith, formerly of Hanover and Wroxeter, passed away at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Tuesday, October 1st, 2019, in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Melvin Smith. Loving mother of John Smith and his wife Anne of Crawford and Gordon Smith and his wife Sharon of Hanover. Cherished grandmother of David and his wife Nicole, Sarah and her husband Rod, Aaron and his wife Heather, Rebekah and her husband Donald, Amanda and her friend Lance, Twila and her friend Rick, and Chad. Great-grandmother of ... [more]
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September 24, 2019
Cathy Jean Morris (nee Torry), of Durham, passed away after battling MS for over 20 years at The Village Seniors Community, Hanover on Tuesday, September 24th, 2019 in her 65th year. Beloved wife of Steve Morris for 45 years. Loving mother of Gillian Morris and her partner Dereck Wheeler. Proud grandmother of Bailey. Dearest daughter of Clark and Shirley Torry. Dear sister of Karen and her husband Larry Matheson, and Willy Torry and his wife Michele. Sister-in-law of Audrey and her husband Merv McInnis, ... [more]
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September 6, 2019
Evagelia "Angie" Kollias, of Mount Forest, passed away at the Palmerston and District Hospital, Palmerston on Friday, September 6th, 2019 in her 47th year. Dear mother of Jade, Mia, Erin and Alexander. Daughter of Zoi Kollias and the late George Kollias. Sister of Sofia and her husband Don Graham, and John Kollias. Remembered by her nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
Cremation has taken place. A private family service will be held.
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August 25, 2019
Mary Catherine Sharpe (nee Lawrence), of Durham, passed away at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Sunday, August 25th, 2019 in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late Charles Sharpe. Mary will be fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by her parents Robert and Catherine (nee McCuaig) Lawrence, her step-mothers Mary McCuaig and Faith Brown, her sister Dorothy and her late husband David Aljoe, and her brother Archie Lawrence and his late wife Norma.
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August 25, 2019
Faye Ellen MacDonald, of Durham, passed away at London Health Sciences - Victoria Hospital on Sunday, August 25th, 2019 in her 62nd year. Dear daughter of Murray and the late Shirley (nee Vaughan) MacDonald. Loving sister of Lois MacDonald, Julie and her husband Andy Mueller, and Willard MacDonald. Dear aunt of Tori Mueller, David Mueller, Tyler MacDonald, Dylan MacDonald and Jordan MacDonald and great-aunt of Emmett Murray MacDonald. Fondly remembered by her aunts, uncles, cousins and her friends at ... [more]
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August 20, 2019
Marion Buchner (nee Niles), of Durham and formerly of London, passed away peacefully at Faith Manor Long Term Care, Brampton, on Tuesday, August 20th, 2019 in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late Ross Buchner. Loving mother of Louise Vasey of Sarnia, Andy Buchner (Cindi) of Huntsville, Alan Buchner of Mississauga and Elaine (Francois) Pharand of Mississauga. Cherished grandmother of Colleen, Mike, Becky, Steven, Mary Jane, Jennifer, Lizanne, Martin, Sophie and great-grandmother of Abigail, Allyson, Avery, ... [more]
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August 20, 2019
Madeline Marguerite "Madge" Sharpe (nee Stafford), of Durham, passed away at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Tuesday, August 20th, 2019 in her 106th year. Beloved wife of the late Stanley Sharpe. Loving mother of Wayne Sharpe and his wife Wilma. Cherished grandmother of Steven Sharpe and his wife Rachel, Scott Sharpe and his wife Tracy Napper-Sharpe and great-grandmother of Hayden, Jordan, Alexandra, Cameron and Kaya. Predeceased by her sister Viola and brother-in-law Archie McLean.
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August 15, 2019
Brooklyn Cassandra Hutton passed away after a courageous 2 year battle with cancer with her loving family by her side at the Children's Hospital, London on Thursday, August 15th, 2019 in her 12th year. Beloved daughter of Brad and Amanda (nee Lane) Hutton. Loving big sister of Chloe and Tanner Hutton. Cherished granddaughter of Jack and Carol Hutton, and Sandra and the late Ernie Lane. Special niece of Matt and Jen Lane. Dearest cousin of Hailey and Wesley Lane. Brooklyn will be missed by her extended ... [more]
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August 1, 2019
William Wallace Elderslie Matthews, of Durham, passed away at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Thursday, August 1st, 2019 in his 102nd year. Beloved husband of the late Florence (nee Patterson) and the late Margaret Narraway (nee Ralston). Loving father of Bill Matthews and his wife Maralee, Ron Matthews, Jim Matthews, Ruth and her husband David Murray, and Craig Matthews. Step-father of John and Donna Narraway, Christine and Robert Vanderniet, Margaret and Doug Potts, and Diane Moore. Cherished grandfather ... [more]
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July 28, 2019
Joan Louise Fennell (nee Roseborough), of Durham, passed away peacefully with family by her side at Chapman House, Owen Sound on Sunday, July 28th, 2019 in her 88th year. Beloved wife of the late Bill Fennell. Loving mother of Tom Fennell of Toronto, Pamela and her husband Randy Styles of Oshawa, Julie Fennell of Durham, and Stephen Fennell and his wife Kristen of Barrie. Fondly remembered by her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, great-niece and great-nephews. Dear sister of Angus Roseborough ... [more]
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July 12, 2019
Kenneth Arthur Wesley Charlton, of Durham, passed away suddenly at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Friday, July 12th, 2019 in his 82nd year. Beloved father of Dr. Kent Charlton and his wife Lori of RR#1 Hanover. Proud grandfather of Nathaniel and Nolan Charlton. Dear brother of Calvin Charlton and his wife Debra, and brother-in-law of Linda Charlton. Fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brother Carl Charlton.
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July 7, 2019
It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Robert "Bob" Wesley Monk, of Durham, on Sunday, July 7th, 2019 in his 79th year. Survived by his devoted wife and best friend Glenna (nee Hopkins) of 58 years. Beloved father of Lorri Monk of Walkerton, Steve Monk and his wife Julie, and Vicki and her husband Randy McNabb, all of Durham. Cherished grandfather of Jillian Reece (Ryan), Rob Monk (Nicole), Richard Monk, Amanda Monk (Chris), Kyle McNabb (Jessica), Chantelle McNabb (Brandon), Danielle ... [more]
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June 28, 2019
Dorothea Justina Corn, of Hanover, passed away at her home on Friday, June 28th, 2019 in her 89th year. Daughter of the late Raymond and Maria Corn. Dorothy will be missed by her friends in Hanover and at Holy Family Church.
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A funeral mass will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church, 352 10th Avenue, Hanover on Wednesday, July 17th at 9 a.m.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the Holy Family Parish would be appreciated.
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June 16, 2019
Paul Thomas O'Shaughnessy, of Durham and formerly of Toronto, passed away suddenly at his home on Sunday, June 16th, 2019 in his 66th year. Beloved spouse of Kathy Barton. Dear brother of Beth and her husband Gord Tuck, and Mark O'Shaughnessy and his wife Arlene. Brother-in-law of Russell Noble. Lovingly remembered by Kathy's children, their spouses and grandchildren and by his nieces and nephews and their families. Predeceased by his brothers Larry O'Shaughnessy and John O'Shaughnessy.
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June 4, 2019
Rose Marie Marshall (nee Clarke), of Varney, passed away at Louise Marshall Hospital, Mount Forest, on Tuesday, June 4th, 2019 in her 80th year. Beloved wife of the late William "Bill" Marshall. Loving mother of Betty Marshall and her partner Bruce Armstrong of Durham, Bob Marshall of Durham and Ron Marshall and his wife Rosanne of Parry Sound. Cherished grandmother of Nathan and Tyler Marshall. Dear sister of Betty Stewart of Holstein and sister-in-law of Pearl McCannell, and Doreen MacCannell both of ... [more]
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June 2, 2019
Angele Marie Edwards (nee Breland), of Durham and formerly of Hanover and Pike Lake, passed away at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Sunday, June 2nd, 2019 in her 70th year. Beloved wife of Glen Edwards. Loving mother of Kevin Edwards and his wife Lori, Doug Edwards, Dave Edwards, Lonnie Edwards and her partner Allan McMann, and Justin Edwards and his wife Meaghan. Cherished grandmother of Nathan and his wife Allison, Jillian and her husband Jacob, Tyler, Dylan, Jordan, Kaylee, Chloe, Hannah, and Paige. Great-grandmother ... [more]
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May 30, 2019
Daniel George Mighton, of Durham, passed away at London Health Sciences Centre - Victoria Hospital on Thursday, May 30th, 2019 in his 67th year. Beloved husband of Judy (nee Sanderson). Loving father of Chris Mighton and his partner Rafia Khan, and Dawn Mighton and her partner Brock Schenk. Cherished grandfather of Alicia Mighton, Bailee Orr, Kennadi Mighton, Danaka Mighton, Avery Kostal and Zane Kostal. Dear brother of Gary Mighton and his wife Mary Ellen, and Wayne Mighton and his wife Linda. Fondly ... [more]
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May 27, 2019
Joyce Anna Powell Farlow (nee Short), of Mount Forest, passed away peacefully at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Monday, May 27th, 2019 at the age of 100. Loving wife of the late Stuart Farlow (2003). Beloved mother of Ben Farlow and his wife Wilma of Hanover, Nancy Farlow of Mount Forest, and Simon Farlow and his spouse Sharon Quantz of Kitchener. Cherished grandmother of Josh Farlow and his wife Lisa of Durham, and Kim Farlow and her spouse Nathan Leeder of Port Elgin. Great-grandmother of Austin, Ryan and ... [more]
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May 27, 2019
John Edwin Galbraith, of Durham, passed away at South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Monday, May 27th, 2019 in his 82nd year. Beloved husband of Carolyn Galbraith. Loving father of Sue Galbraith and her husband Kelly Gibson, and Kelly and her husband Blake Ellis. Cherished "Bapa" of Kody Ellis and his wife Amanda, and Kyle Ellis. Great-grandfather of Berkleigh Ellis and John Remington Ellis. Predeceased by his sister Donna McDonald. John will be missed by his faithful and loyal four legged companion ... [more]
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May 19, 2019
Hazel Joyce Ferguson (nee Lucas), of Durham and formerly of Holstein, passed away at Brucelea Haven, Walkerton on Sunday, May 19th, 2019 in her 92nd year. Beloved wife of the late John "Jack" Ferguson. Loving mother of Barbara and her husband John Duffin of Orangeville, Donald Ferguson of Newmarket, and Brenda and her husband Ernie Bender of Durham. Fondly remembered by her 8 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Dorothy McLean and Audrey Blue. Predeceased by her brothers Harold Lucas ... [more]
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May 7, 2019
Richard Harry Vandever, of Hanover, passed away at South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Tuesday, May 7th, 2019 in his 74th year. Beloved husband of Denise Vandever (nee Haggett). Loving father of Elizabeth and her husband Shane Lawrence, Seth Vandever and his wife Anita, and Ruthie and her husband Evan Bowman. Cherished grandfather of Cameron, Phillip, Olivia, Ariel, and Jayden. Dear brother of Barry Vandever, and Bill Vandever and his wife Carla. Predeceased by his sister-in-law Carol Vandever.
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May 6, 2019
It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Christel Margarete Schwarz on Monday, May 6th, 2019. She was 83.
Our beloved mother and Oma was the heart of our family. Her generous nature touched our lives in so many ways. With her positive attitude and drive she lived each day to its fullest, with never an idle moment. She was a smart and talented do-it-yourselfer, whether she was knitting socks, designing the cottage, managing her investments or cooking those delicious German meals. ... [more]
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Our beloved mother and Oma was the heart of our family. Her generous nature touched our lives in so many ways. With her positive attitude and drive she lived each day to its fullest, with never an idle moment. She was a smart and talented do-it-yourselfer, whether she was knitting socks, designing the cottage, managing her investments or cooking those delicious German meals. ... [more]
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April 29, 2019
Irene Johnson (nee Bannister), of Durham, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Monday, April 29th, 2019 in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of Galen Johnson. Loving mother of Gary Johnson and his wife Cheryl of Durham, and Carolyn and her husband Wayne Forbes of Lansdowne. Cherished grandmother of Vanessa and her husband Brandon Guse, Mat Johnson all of Durham, Michael Forbes and his wife Kelly, Ian Forbes and his wife Kari, and Kyle Forbes all of Lansdowne. Great-grandmother of Chaz, ... [more]
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April 28, 2019
Janet Maureen Peart (nee Luff), of Durham, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Sunday, April 28th, 2019 in her 79th year. Beloved wife of Wayne Peart for 60 years. Loving mother of Bev Peart of Regina and his wife Liz, Bonnie Gardiner and her husband Peter Reid of Chatsworth, and Tim Peart of Cambridge. Cherished Nana of Tiffany Gardiner and her husband Rob Otway of St. Catharines, Abby Gardiner and her husband Matt Wylie of Breslau, and Mitch Peart and his wife Julia of Meaford. ... [more]
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April 22, 2019
Walter "Wally" Laverne Johnstone, of Neustadt, passed away at the Hanover and District Hospital, on Monday, April 22nd, 2019 in his 76th year. Beloved husband of Darlene (nee Fidler). Loving father of George Johnstone and his wife Kathy, and Patricia Johnstone and her husband John Spencer. Cherished Grandpa of Jeremie Johnstone and his wife Maegan van Zoelen, Amanda Johnstone, Breanna Spencer and Nicole Spencer. Proud Papa of Chase Phillips. Dear brother of Jannette, Donald and Beth. Fondly remembered by ... [more]
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April 21, 2019
Flo Sprague, of Mount Forest and formerly of Durham, passed away suddenly on Sunday, April 21st, 2019 in her 54th year. Loving mother of Helanna Sprague of Durham. Grandmother of Dakota and Abel Prior-Glen. Dear sister of Brad Sprague and his wife Darlene of Walkerton, and Bruce Sprague of Annan. Also remembered by her grandchildren's father Albert Prior-Glen. Predeceased by her parents John and Helen (nee Bucholtz) Callan. Cremation has taken place.
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April 16, 2019
Royden Harrison Paylor, of Durham, passed away suddenly at South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Tuesday, April 16th, 2019 in his 58th year. Loving father of Courtney Paylor and her partner Mario Teston. Cherished grandfather of Carter Paylor, Emmett Teston and Aria Teston. Dear brother of Wilfred and Brenda Paylor, Joyce and Tom Harrison, Keith and Melva Paylor, Lauretta Steer, Lorraine and Mark Gutherie, Peter Paylor, and Ralph and Laurie Paylor. Fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews, and ... [more]
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April 15, 2019
Rachel Ina Cordick (nee McDougall), of Hanover and formerly of Crawford, passed at Chapman House, Owen Sound on Monday, April 15th, 2019 in her 76th year. Beloved wife of the late Thomas Cordick. Cherished mother of Tom Cordick and his wife Sandy. Dear sister of Ken and Sharon McDougall, and Keith and Carol McDougall. Ina will be missed by her four legged companion, Bailey, and her 2 grandpuppies. She is fondly remembered by several nieces, nephews and their families, dear friends and church family. Predeceased ... [more]
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April 10, 2019
Judith Ann Dyer (nee Allan), of Durham and formerly of Hamilton, passed away at Chapman House, Owen Sound on Wednesday, April 10th, 2019 in her 77th year. Beloved wife of Larry Dyer. Loving mother of Kim and her husband Darran Spence of Buckhorn, and Dan Dyer and his wife Janna of Hamilton. Cherished grandmother of Jacob Chetwynd, Jessica and her husband Shane Chrysler, and Jasmine Dyer. Great-grandmother of Brayson Chrysler. Dear sister of Shirley Colbeck.
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March 21, 2019
Cyril Floyd Winsor, of Kitchener, and formerly of St. John's, Newfoundland, passed away at Rockwood Terrace, Durham, on Thursday, March 21st, 2019 in his 78th year. Beloved husband of Patricia Winsor (nee Gosse). Loving father of Cheryl Bennett and her husband Gord, Rob Winsor and his wife Nancy, and Dwayne Winsor and his wife Tabitha. Cherished Poppy of Kaitlyn, Angel, Justin, Jessica, Matthew, Mason, Joshua, Brianna, Madison, and Great-Poppy of Rodney Jr., Brooklynn, Jeramy, Alivia, Erik, Nattalia, Monty, ... [more]
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March 18, 2019
Johanna Gerdina Grierson (nee Koeslag), of RR#1 Hanover, passed away at Chapman House, Owen Sound on Monday, March 18th, 2019 in her 90th year. Beloved wife of Fred Grierson for 63 years. Loving mother of George and his wife Sue Grierson of St. Marys, and Lorne Grierson and his wife Rebecca of Hanover. Cherished grandmother of Erin and her husband Devon Leis, Leah and her husband Jeremy Gee, Amanda and her husband Ian Brouwer, Katie Grierson-DesRoches and her husband Sam DesRoches, Alex Grierson, and 6 great-grandchildren. ... [more]
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March 12, 2019
Audrey Doreen Rutherford (nee Olan), of Ayton, passed away at the Hanover and District Hospital, on Tuesday, March 12th, 2019 in her 94th year. Beloved wife of the late Donald Rutherford. Dear mother of Gayle (Joe) Hinds of Peterborough, Larry (Diane) Rutherford of Durham, Cathy Adams (the late Larry) of Guelph, Paul Rutherford of Kenilworth, Nancy Rutherford of Arthur and Bonnie Rutherford (fiance Lawrence Genereux) of Ayton. Cherished grandmother of Kim (Len) Rice, Karl (Lory) Rutherford, Mike (Kelly) Adams, ... [more]
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March 3, 2019
Thomas "Tom" Herbert Eden, of Durham, passed away at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Sunday, March 3rd, 2019 in his 84th year. Beloved husband of Florence Eden (nee Robinson). Loving father of David Eden Sr. and his wife Bonnie, and Theresa and her husband Phylip Parnell all of Durham. Cherished grandfather of Brendan, David Jr., Theresa, and Phylip Jr. Dear brother of Bernice McDonald, Carol King and Betty Lou Gibson. Predeceased by his sons Dan Robinson and Billy Eden, his sister Janet Dixon, and his brother ... [more]
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February 20, 2019
Marjorie Evelyn McKechnie (nee Stevens), of Durham, passed away at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Wednesday, February 20th, 2019 in her 97th year. Beloved wife of the late John McKechnie. Loving mother of Carolynne and her husband Bill Trbovich of Toronto, and John McKechnie and his wife Judy of Corunna. Cherished grandmother of Jennifer McKechnie and Jason McKechnie. Great-grandmother of Elijah McKechnie and Bailey Kendel. Marjorie was a school teacher for 35 years and she taught at Hutton Hill, Victoria Corners, ... [more]
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February 19, 2019
Dorothy Mae Rawn (nee Walter), of Durham and formerly of Mount Forest, passed away at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Tuesday, February 19th, 2019 in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Lloyd Rawn and the late Russell Rawn. Loving mother of Lorna and her husband Art Eckhardt of Durham, Margaret and her husband Jon Eckhardt of Durham, Barbara and her husband Phil Paetz of Kitchener, Mary and her husband Gord MacEachern of Mount Forest, and Paul Rawn and his wife Karen of Barrie. Cherished grandmother of 25 ... [more]
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February 11, 2019
Gordon Bertil Hopkins, of RR#3 Hanover, passed away at the Hanover and District Hospital, on Monday, February 11th, 2019 in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Betty (nee Gilkinson) for 60 years. Loving father of Leroy Hopkins and his partner Sarah Demone, Bradley Hopkins and his partner Margaret Cronyn, Joyce Hopkins, Janette and her husband Paul Kaufman, Linda and her husband Grant Cornelius, Herb Hopkins and his wife Lisa, Greg Hopkins and his partner Annette Moore, and Vern Hopkins and his wife Monique. ... [more]
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February 10, 2019
Newman Watson Pratt, of RR#4 Durham, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Sunday, February 10th, 2019 in his 94th year. Beloved husband of Inez (nee Morrison) for 70 years. Loving father of Janice Pratt and her husband Howard Mitchell of Dornoch, Roy Pratt and his wife Peggy of Barrie, Karen Pratt and her late husband Cal Ritchie, Richard Pratt and his wife Kristine, and Lyle Pratt and his wife Kerry, all of Durham. Cherished grandfather of Paul MacKinnon, Deidre and her husband ... [more]
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January 24, 2019
Carol Ann Lawrence (nee Cluchey), passed away surrounded by her loving family at Grey Bruce Health Services, Owen Sound, on Thursday, January 24th, 2019. Beloved wife of Jack Lawrence for 52 years and the late Jim Reaburn. Loving mother of Cheryl Reaburn, Jason Lawrence and his wife Carolyn, and Tanya and her husband Mark Heipel. Cherished "Minna" of Colton, Dane and Dustin Heipel, and Jake, Chad, Zack and Eve Lawrence. Sister-in-law of Don Lawrence and his wife Jeanette, and Brian Lawrence and his friend ... [more]
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January 23, 2019
A mother, former flight attendant and government employee, friend of stray animals, human and otherwise, Jean Adie Zwicker (nee Muzzell) passed away peacefully, with family and friends at her side, the evening of Wednesday, January 23rd at Toronto Western Hospital. She had suffered a massive stroke the previous Friday evening following heart surgery.
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January 23, 2019
Jo'Ane Ellen Brouwer (nee Elford) of Ayton, passed away at the Hanover and District Hospital, Hanover, on Wednesday, January 23rd, 2019 in her 63rd year. Beloved wife of Jack Brouwer. Loving mother of Jen Lane and her husband Matt. Cherished grandmother of Hailey and Wesley Lane. Dear sister of Wayne Elford and his wife Sue, and sister-in-law of Linda Elford and Edna Elford. Fondly remembered by her nieces Jaclyn Sanderson and her husband Phil, Carolyn Dixon and her husband Justin, Alexia Elford and her ... [more]
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January 18, 2019
Arthur Conrad Baetz, of Hanover and formerly of Neustadt, passed away at Bruce Lea Haven, Walkerton on Friday, January 18th, 2019 in his 77th year. Beloved husband of the late Linda (nee Webber). Dear brother of Stuart Baetz and his wife Pat of Crawford, and Charles Baetz and his wife Grace of Surrey, B.C., and brother-in-law of Betty Baetz of Kingston. Fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents St. Clair and Ruby Baetz, and his brother Trevor Baetz. Arthur worked for many ... [more]
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