Death Notices
Due to families wishes, not all death notices are listed.
December 26, 2019
Clara Isabel Smith (nee Hiltz), of Durham and formerly of Priceville, passed away at Grey Bruce Health Services, Markdale on Thursday, December 26th 2019 in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Alex Smith. Loving mother of Ann and her husband Lorne Foster, Trudi and her husband Rey Gagnon, Mary and her husband Doug Hutchinson, Ruth and her husband Ken Downs, Gord Smith and his wife Vicki, and Bob Smith and his wife Cathy. Cherished grandmother and "Apple Granny" to her many grandchildren, great-grandchildren ... [more]
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December 18, 2019
Karen Jean Pratt-Robbins, of Durham and formerly of Kitchener, passed away suddenly at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Wednesday, December 18th, 2019 in her 66th year. Beloved wife of the late Cal Ritchie. Cherished daughter of Inez and the late Newman Pratt. Loving stepmother of Steve Fry and his wife Amy and Nana of Taryn, Tori and Kenzie. Dear friend of Paul Nelson. Dearest sister of Janice Pratt and her husband Howard Mitchell of Dornoch, Roy Pratt and his wife Peggy of Barrie, Richard ... [more]
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December 16, 2019
Ross Edward Taylor passed away at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Saturday, December 14th, 2019 in his 93rd year. Faithful son, loving husband, inspiring father and grandfather, community member. Ross Taylor is remembered with love by his wife Yvonne (Foley) and children Heidi Taylor (Denis Leclaire), Holly Hathaway (Trevor), Shawn Taylor (Opa), and Sheila Taylor. Ross's love of life and of family carries on in his grandchildren Kyle Hathaway (Anna), Carianne Hathaway (Toby), Shawn Hathaway (Sarah), and Scarlett ... [more]
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December 14, 2019
Harald Dittmann, of Priceville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 14th, 2019. Beloved husband of Karen. Loving father of Lauralee-Ann, Daniel and Jonathan.
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Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Harald's life will be held at Country Corner Eatery, Durham on Monday, January 20, 2020 at 2:30 p.m.
Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
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December 13, 2019
Kenneth Gerald Henderson, of Varney, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham with his wife by his side on Friday, December 13th, 2019 in his 75th year. Beloved husband of Beth (nee Graham). Cherished son of Blanche and the late George Henderson. Nephew of Betty Clark, Erma Beaton, and Jim Henderson. Fondly remembered by his special nephew Dave Bryce and his wife Joy of Brampton, his great-nephews Brandon and Ryan Bryce, his many cousins and numerous friends.
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December 12, 2019
Patricia Marilyn Reay (nee Kerr), of Durham, passed away at Grey Bruce Health Services, Owen Sound on Thursday, December 12th, 2019 in her 80th year. Beloved wife of the late Larry Reay. Loving mother of Randy Reay and his wife Marsha, and Steven Reay and his wife Sharon. Cherished grandmother of Brendon and his friend Quinn, Kailyn, Natalie and Nathan. Dear sister of Kathleen and her husband Bill Ledingham. Sister-in-law of Bonnie Hamilton, Faye Irwin and Vera Reay.
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December 10, 2019
David Emerson Mighton, of Hanover and formerly of Durham, passed away at Grey Bruce Health Services, Owen Sound on Tuesday, December 10th, 2019 in his 66th year. Dear father of Quintin Mighton, Leah Mighton and stepfather of Josh Avery. Thanks to his cousin, Brian Wiechers, for his support over the years. Predeceased by his parents Robert and Phyllis Mighton and his brother Wayne Mighton.
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December 10, 2019
Flora Patricia Murray (nee Allison), of Durham, passed away peacefully at Rockwood Terrace on Tuesday, December 10th, 2019 in her 92nd year. Loved mother of Scott Murray of Markdale and Dianne Porter of Owen Sound. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren David, Claire and her husband Dennis, Evan and his wife Sukhi, Stuart and his wife Shyanne, Allison, Holly and by her great-granddaughters Cedar, Rosalie and Ila. Fondly remembered by her many nieces. Predeceased by her parents Wilfred and Jean Allison ... [more]
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December 1, 2019
Mary Lee Renton (nee Bolitsky), of Durham, passed away at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Sunday, December 1st, 2019 in her 78th year. Beloved wife of Rodger Renton. Loving mother of Christine and her husband Keith Pollock of Kitchener, Joanne and her husband Christopher McElroy of Kitchener, Darin Renton and his wife Keri Johnston of Toronto, and Daniel Renton of Southington, Connecticut. Cherished grandmother of Fraser Pollock, Tanner Pollock, Garrett Pollock, Caitlin McElroy, Heather McElroy and her husband ... [more]
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November 30, 2019
Jean Edna Hastie (nee Ferguson), of Hanover and formerly of Durham, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Saturday, November 30th, 2019 in her 74th year. Beloved wife of Keith Hastie. Loving mother of Patricia Heard of Vancouver Island, BC, and James Hastie and his wife Ruth Moore of Chatsworth. Cherished grandmother of Jennifer, Bradley, Davis, and Steven. Great-grandmother of Ayla and Jamie. Dear sister of Jessie Pitman, Ella White, Marshall "Mike" and Edna Ferguson, Joyce Barham, ... [more]
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November 23, 2019
With great sadness, the family announces the passing of David James Mollison, of Durham, at Grey Bruce Health Services, Owen Sound on Saturday, November 23rd, 2019 in his 78th year. Beloved husband of the late Bonita "Bonnie" Mollison (nee Marchand). Loving father of Cheri, Kim and her husband Jeff, and Michelle. Cherished grandfather of Taylor (Fin), Tara (Cat), Cierra, Jenna, Jenna (Jordan), Anna. Great-grandfather of Kayli and Riley. Dear brother of Evelyn Webb and brother-in-law of Ted Paul. Predeceased ... [more]
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November 21, 2019
Kenneth Elroy "Digger" Harrison, of Priceville and formerly of Proton Township, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, November 21st, 2019 in his 72nd year. Beloved husband of Katie Harrison (nee Burnett) for 49 years. Loving father of Krista Harrison and her partner Larry Mortley, and Kevin "Plug" Harrison and his wife Cheryl. Cherished grandfather of Ethan and Teryn Harrison. Dear brother of Doug Harrison and his wife Mary, and Lorne Harrison and his wife Liz. Brother-in-law of Marg and Gary ... [more]
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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
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 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 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 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 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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