Death Notices
Due to families wishes, not all death notices are listed.
November 14, 2024
Robert Donald Edward Campbell, of Durham, passed away suddenly at the age of 75 on Thursday, November 14, 2024, in Colca Valley, Peru. He was born December 11, 1948, in Durham, Ontario, to Donald and Marguerite Campbell. Butch was a hard-working individual and had a passion for the outdoors and truly lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures and passions; hunting, fishing, cutting wood, and scratching tickets. His adventures included seeing North America on his motorcycle, back country camping ... [more]
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February 2, 2018
Teresa Mary Fraser formerly of Trout Creek, Ontario, passed away in Durham, Ontario on February 2, 2014 at 84 years of age. She is predeceased by her parents Francis and Marion Fraser, sisters Mary Kelly (Sauve), Esther Lang (Eddy), Ethel Dickson (Doug), Florence White (Jim) and brothers Gordon (Alice), Joseph, and Vincent. She will be missed by her nieces and nephews.
Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated on Saturday, May 24th at 11:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart of Jesus Roman Catholic Parish in Trout ... [more]
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January 28, 2018
Frederick George Clark, of Hamilton, passed away suddenly at Kingston General Hospital on Sunday, January 28th, 2018 in his 71st year. Dear brother of Glen Holloway and his wife Brenda of Kitchener, Joyce and her husband Bruce Raycraft of Hanover, Bill Holloway and his wife Vivian of Guelph and Kay and her husband Ivan Huehn of Hanover. Predeceased by his sisters Betty Renz and Lorraine Bridge. Fred worked for over 27 years as a truck driver for QuikX.
Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Fred's ... [more]
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January 26, 2018
Ronald Keith Morris, formerly of Durham, passed away at McVean Lodge, Hanover on Friday, January 26th, 2018 in his 87th year. Beloved husband of the late Jean (nee Harford). Loving father of Steve Morris and his wife Cathy, Audrey and her husband Merv McInnis, Andrew Morris, and Alison Holliday and her friend Kelvin Adams. Cherished grandfather of Gillian, Trevor, Chris, Ben, Amy, Nathan and Rachel. Fondly remembered by his many great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Jim Morris, and Dennis Murphy. Predeceased ... [more]
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January 22, 2018
Veteran of WWII
James Patrick Smith, formerly of Durham, passed away at Blue Water Rest Home, Zurich on Monday, January 22nd, 2018 in his 93rd year. Beloved husband of the late Hilaria Smith. Loving father of Edith and her husband Gino DiPede of Scarborough, Linda and her husband Dennis Whaling of Exeter, and Joan Smith of St. Marys. Cherished grandfather of Jamie, Laura and Nick DiPede, Chris, Michael, Paul and David Whaling, and Nora Smith. Fondly remembered by his great-grandchildren Dean, Sam and ... [more]
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James Patrick Smith, formerly of Durham, passed away at Blue Water Rest Home, Zurich on Monday, January 22nd, 2018 in his 93rd year. Beloved husband of the late Hilaria Smith. Loving father of Edith and her husband Gino DiPede of Scarborough, Linda and her husband Dennis Whaling of Exeter, and Joan Smith of St. Marys. Cherished grandfather of Jamie, Laura and Nick DiPede, Chris, Michael, Paul and David Whaling, and Nora Smith. Fondly remembered by his great-grandchildren Dean, Sam and ... [more]
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January 1, 2018
Krestine Marilyn Collins (nee McCallum), of Tottenham, passed away at her residence on Monday, January 1st, 2018 in her 39th year. Beloved wife of Matthew. Loving mother of Dylan and Alexandria. Cherished daughter of Neil and Marg McCallum of Durham. Dear sister of Wesley McCallum of Durham and Ryan McCallum and his wife Angie of Wiarton. Krestine will be sadly missed by her grandparents Dougald and Florence McCallum, her nephews, extended family and friends.
Friends may call at the McCulloch-Watson Funeral ... [more]
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December 21, 2017
William "Bill" Chester Rowntree, of Durham, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Thursday, December 21st, 2017 in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Eleanor (nee Harrison). Loving father of Bill Rowntree and his wife Bonnie, Mark Rowntree and his wife Leanne, and Eleanor and her husband Bob Mills. Cherished grandfather of Mikayla, Nadia, Jeremy and his wife Amanda, and Shawna. Dear brother of Marion Russell and Suzanne and her husband Michael Artichuck. Brother-in-law of Roy and ... [more]
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November 30, 2017
Phyllis Irene Gilkes (nee Hooper), of Durham, passed away at Grey Bruce Health Services, Owen Sound on Thursday, November 30th, 2017 in her 80th year. Beloved wife of the late Ron Gilkes. Loving mother of Brent Gilkes and his wife Ellen of Durham. Cherished grandmother of Karley and her husband Jeff Rapson and Jackie Gilkes. Great-grandmother of Phoenix and Alexander. Dear sister of Marie Martin and the late Jean Kelly.
A celebration of Phyllis's life will be held at the Funeral Home on Tuesday at ... [more]
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November 28, 2017
Muriel Hannemann, of Hanover, passed away at the Hanover and District Hospital on Tuesday, November 28th, 2017 in her 88th year. Wife of the late Ed Hannemann. Loving mother of Steve and his friend Annette, and Don and his wife Linda of Elmwood. Cherished grandmother of Kelly Hannemann, Dawn Hannemann, Alicia Lyons and her husband Ben, and Tyler Hannemann and his wife April. Sadly missed by friend Ruth Ann Hannemann. Predeceased by her brother Bill Goodfellow.
Following Muriel's wishes, cremation has ... [more]
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November 18, 2017
Sandra "Sandie" Marie Maldonado, of Durham and formerly of Shelburne, passed away at St. Mary's General Hospital, Kitchener on Saturday, November 18th, 2017 in her 69th year. Beloved wife of Henry Maldonado. Sandie will be missed by the Maldonado family and by her four legged companions; Lucy, Peyton and Jack.
A service celebrating Sandie's life will be held at the McCulloch-Watson Funeral Home, Durham on Thursday, November 23rd at 12 p.m., with visitation prior to the service from 10:30 - 11:45 a.m. ... [more]
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November 17, 2017
Carl Hansen, of Durham, passed away at his home on Friday, November 17th, 2017 in his 87th year. Husband of the former Elsie Kelly (nee Weppler). Father of Conny and her husband Bob Leonard and grandfather of Jennifer. Carl will be remembered by Elsie's children; Ron Weppler and his wife Roseanne, Lorraine and her husband Dave Arnett, Joyce and her late husband Ron Watson, Don Kelly and his wife Sue and Kevin Kelly and his wife Sandra and by his several step-grandchildren and their families. Predeceased ... [more]
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November 17, 2017
Loving Mother and Grandmother died November 17, 2017 in her 87th year.
Anne was a doctor and shared a Durham medical practice with her husband Keith for many years, providing compassionate care to their patients. Anne was a General Practitioner who also practised Obstetrics, performed surgery and made numerous weekly house calls. Anne was predeceased by her husband Keith, and is survived by her sons, William and Peter (Carrie) and grandchildren Brett and Taylor. She is lovingly remembered as ... [more]
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Anne was a doctor and shared a Durham medical practice with her husband Keith for many years, providing compassionate care to their patients. Anne was a General Practitioner who also practised Obstetrics, performed surgery and made numerous weekly house calls. Anne was predeceased by her husband Keith, and is survived by her sons, William and Peter (Carrie) and grandchildren Brett and Taylor. She is lovingly remembered as ... [more]
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November 13, 2017
Alan Davies, of Priceville, passed away at South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Monday, November 13th, 2017 in his 78th year. Beloved husband of Lea for 57 years. Loving father of Mark and his wife Michelle and Joanne and her husband Michael Ainslie. Cherished grandfather of Todd and Jenna.
A service celebrating Alan's life will be held at the McCulloch-Watson Funeral Home, 166 Bruce Street North, Durham, on Friday, November 17th, at 1 p.m. Cremation to follow.
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November 3, 2017
Robert James Fenwick, of Stratford, passed away at his residence on Friday, November 3rd, 2017 in his 49th year. Robert will be sadly missed by his family and friends.
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A graveside service celebrating Robert's life will be held at the Durham Cemetery on Wednesday, November 22nd, at 11 a.m.
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October 3, 2017
Ruby Mae Doell, passed away peacefully at the Hanover and District Hospital on Tuesday, October 3, 2017 in her 82nd year. Beloved partner of Klaus Koehler and the late Bernhard Doell. Loving mother of Ben Doell and his wife Jaci, Sherril Imber and her husband David, Brenda Ingram and her husband David, Ruby Gingras and Wayne Doell and his wife Elizabeth. Cherished by many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Esther, Edna, Willard and Art.
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September 23, 2017
Harry Alexander Wilson, of Durham, passed away at his home on Saturday, September 23rd, 2017 in his 77th year. Beloved husband of Catherine (nee Falkingham). Loving father of Kim and her husband Paul Tone of Ayton, Kerri and her husband Paul Mighton of Durham and Krista and her husband Bryan Nelson of Durham. Cherished grandfather of Wilson Tone, Morgan Tone, Lindsay Nelson and Hannah Nelson. Dear brother of Nancy Breadner, David and Mary Wilson and Joyce MacMillan. Brother-in-law of Don and Carol Falkingham. ... [more]
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September 22, 2017
Dr. Dale Alexander MacDougall, of Vermilion, Alberta, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, September 22nd, 2017 in his 51st year. Beloved son of Helen Reay-Rama of Hanover and the late Jack MacDougall. Loved forever by his sister Wendy MacDougall of Kitchener. Loving and proud father of Liam, Jack, Alexandra and Colt MacDougall. Cherished uncle of Dane MacDougall and Thor MacDougall. Fondly remembered by his aunts, uncles and cousins. Dale was very generous, compassionate and caring and he ... [more]
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September 15, 2017
Frederick "Fred" Joseph Reay, of RR#1 Elmwood, passed away suddenly on the land that he loved on Friday, September 15th, 2017 in his 65th year. Beloved husband of Delores (nee Russell) for 43 years. Loving father of Rebecca and her husband John DiMarco of Aurora. Dear brother of Don Reay and his wife Julie, Hazel Hanke and her husband Frank, Verna Beckenhauer and her husband Don, Helen Rama, Ruth Walker and her husband Ken and Evelyn Reay. Brother-in-law of Elaine and Jack Kahl. Fondly remembered by his ... [more]
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September 15, 2017
David John Aspden, of Durham, passed away at Grey Bruce Health Services, Owen Sound on Friday, September 15th, 2017 in his 63rd year. Beloved husband of Kathryn (nee LaForce). Loving father of Amanda and her husband Jeffrey Benetis of Toronto. Dear son of Ken and the late Helen Aspden. Dear brother of Nancy Hamilton and her husband John of Schomberg and predeceased by his sister Sandy Aspden. Fondly remembered by his nieces Holly and Heidi.
A service celebrating David's life will be held at the Funeral ... [more]
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September 12, 2017
John Patrick Smith, of Durham, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, September 12th, 2017, at age 70. Dear brother of Wendy Peters and her husband Richard, Jill Reeves, and Stuart Osborne and his wife Sandi and extended family, all of England. John will be missed by friends Scott and Linda Pearl of Durham and his four-legged friends Tom and Barkley.
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Cremation has taken place.
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August 30, 2017
Donalda "Donna" Mae MacLachlan (nee Lunn), of Durham, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Wednesday, August 30th, 2017 in her 81st year. Beloved wife of the late Angus "Cap" MacLachlan. Loving mother of Donald MacLachlan and his friend Patsy Bovingdon, Joan and her husband Ian Pegelo, Ellen Nelson, Toni Ingram and Jackie Pegelo. Cherished grandmother of 12 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, 13 great-great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-great-grandchildren. Dear sister of ... [more]
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August 25, 2017
Eleanor Margaret Kearns (nee Dobbs), of Durham, passed away at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Friday, August 25th, 2017 in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late D.K MacKinnon (1968) and the late Norm Kearns (2016). Loving mother of Don MacKinnon and his wife Kathy, Kathy Small and her husband Brian Foster, step-mother of the late Arlene Purdie and her husband Jim, and Patricia Vince and her late husband Wally. Cherished grandmother of Mary and her husband Raff Koziolek, John Small and step-grandmother of ... [more]
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August 21, 2017
Norma Mary Stere (nee Lazenby), of Durham, passed away at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Monday, August 21st, 2017 in her 75th year. Beloved wife of the late Raymond Stere. Loving mother of Richard Stere and his wife Kim, Wayne Stere and his wife Angela, Mary-Jo and her husband Daniel Sowiluk, Sherry and her husband Scott Reid, Thomas Stere, Carie Stere and her spouse Jennifer Chamberlain and Tracy Stere and her husband Shane Elley. Cherished grandmother of Richard, Jessica, Robert, Marion, Katelyn, Amanda, ... [more]
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August 7, 2017
Agnes Jean McEachern (nee Harrison), of Durham, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Monday, August 7th, 2017 in her 94th year. Beloved wife of the late Archie McEachern. Loving mother of Ross McEachern and his friend Joan Tanaka, Lorna and her husband Mike Scherer and the late Russell McEachern. Mother-in-law of Linda Topping. Cherished grandmother of Brock McEachern (Christine), Claire McEachern (Eton), Tanya Crane (Chad) and Cory Scherer (Teresa). Great-grandmother of 11. ... [more]
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August 5, 2017
Stanley Percy Doherty, of Durham, passed away suddenly on Saturday, August 5th, 2017 in his 71st year. Beloved husband of Darlene (nee Hunter) for 50 years. Proud father of Connie and her husband Sean MacEwan, Jennifer and her husband Brad Hayes and Bradley Doherty and his wife Michelle. Cherished grandfather of Melissa, Taylor and her husband Curtis, Abigail, Katie and her husband Zach, Kyle, Ryan, Brandon, Brittney, Avery, Noah, Josh and Levi and great-grandfather of Molly. Dear brother of Isabell and ... [more]
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August 3, 2017
Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Thursday, August 3rd, 2017 in his 67th year. Beloved husband of Pauline (nee Mattie). Loving father of Eric Niziolek (Carmen Cox) and Angela Prins (Tim Krueger). Cherished grandfather of Ethan Prins, Deacon Niziolek, Noah Prins, Kaitlyn Niziolek, Ty, Hannah and Mackenzie. Dear son of Stella and the late Michael Niziolek and brother of Jan Lebon. Fondly remembered by his brother-in-law Greg Mattie. Ted had ... [more]
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August 1, 2017
James Gordon "Gord" Manarey, of Durham, passed away at the Hanover and District Hospital on Tuesday, August 1st, 2017 in his 84th year. Beloved husband of Betty (nee McWaters) for 58 years. Dear brother of John Manarey and his wife Marion. Brother-in-law of Sheila McWaters, Norm and Marg McWaters and Ron and Jan McWaters. Fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews and their families. Gord will be missed by his four legged companion, Dollie. Predeceased by his parents James and Jessie Manarey, ... [more]
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July 31, 2017
Gertrude Isabel Atkinson (nee Hastie) of Durham passed away at Rockwood Terrace on Monday, July 31st, 2017 at 87 years of age. Isabel was a passionate nurse, a talented baker, a dedicated volunteer at the Royal Canadian Legion, and the beloved wife of the late Lloyd Alexander (Kelly) Atkinson. Loving mother of Jim Atkinson of Calgary, Stephen Atkinson and wife Barbara Devonshire of Toronto, and Peggy McCormick (deceased) and husband Bruce McCormick. Fondly remembered by her grandchildren Christina and Stephanie ... [more]
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July 25, 2017
Donald William Myatt MacMillan, of Durham, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham after a courageous battle with cancer on Tuesday, July 25th, 2017 in his 70th year. Beloved husband of Joyce (nee Wilson) for 49 years. Loving father of Cindy MacMillan and her husband Russell Ayerhart of Durham and Darin MacMillan and his wife Patty Haardeng of Hamilton. Cherished and proud grandfather of Cody Ayerhart, Zachery Ayerhart, Myatt MacMillan and Don was anxiously awaiting the arrival of his ... [more]
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July 23, 2017
William Edward Bryans of Varney, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Sunday, July 23rd, 2017 in his 92nd year. Husband of the late Eileen Bryans (nee Johnston). Cherished father of Sharon Mair and her husband Walter, Dianne Harrison and her husband Bill, the late Richard Bryans, the late Phyllis Flewelling and her husband Rick, Debbie Tanner and her husband Ron, and Roger Bryans. Ed will be missed by his many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Ed was a former Steward and Elder ... [more]
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July 18, 2017
Brenda Madeline Foerster (nee Weltz), of Neustadt, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Walkerton on Tuesday, July 18th, 2017 in her 65th year. Cherished mother of Scott Foerster and his partner Chris Park, Kim Foerster and her husband Larry Reinhart and Jeff Foerster and his wife Tanya and remembered by their father Donald Foerster. Cherished grandmother of Austin, Sidney and Hayley Reinhart and Hunter, Zoey and Carter Foerster. Dear daughter of Marjorie Weltz. Sister of Sharon and her ... [more]
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July 13, 2017
Jo-Anne Leroux, of RR#1 Durham, passed away at her home on Thursday, July 13th, 2017, age 70. Beloved wife of Jacques Leroux. Loving mother of Michael Hawrysh and partner Bruno, Matina Curry and her husband Darren, and Shannon Leroux. Fondly remembered by her grandchildren Calissa Curry, Josiah Curry, Troy Greathead and Kamryn Leroux and siblings Carol White and her husband Bryan, Peggy Mooradian and Diana Mooradian.
A celebration of Jo-Anne's life will be held at Knox United Church, Durham on Tuesday, ... [more]
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July 10, 2017
Harold George Martin, of Durham, formerly of Port Credit and Oakville, passed away at his home on Monday, July 10th, 2017 in his 94th year. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy Miller and the late Florence Davies. Sadly missed by his dearest friend Ruth Brown. Loving father of Rodger Martin, Margaret Banks, Norman Martin and his wife Gisela and Tom Martin. Fondly remembered by his grandchildren Damian, Rebecca and her husband Andrew, Shannon, Connie and Dorothy and her husband Ken, his great-grandchildren ... [more]
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July 5, 2017
I heard a robin sing one early Wednesday morn, it sang a song of freedom as the angels took her home...
Words will never describe the heart of our mother, she lived her life for her Lord her husband and her children.
Thelma Holberta Peters (nee Sharpe), of Durham, peacefully passed away at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Wednesday, July 5th, 2017 in her 78th year. Beloved wife of Lawrence Peters. Loving mother of Marion and her husband Walter Jaraway, Janice and her husband John Fehr, ... [more]
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July 2, 2017
Catherine Marie Schope (nee Baker), of Durham, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Sunday, July 2nd, 2017 in her 80th year. Wife of the late Fred Schope. Loving mother of Marjorie and her husband Bob Lamb. Cherished grandmother of Pam and her husband Matt, Joseph and his wife Jennifer and Nathan and great-grandmother of Robert. Dear sister of Stan Baker and Alex Baker and his wife Pat all of Markdale. Marie will be fondly remembered by her sister-in-law Marlene Schopf, her best ... [more]
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June 27, 2017
Ronald Beverly Watson, of Durham, passed away surrounded by his family at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Tuesday, June 27th, 2017 in his 71st year. Beloved husband of Joyce (nee Kelly). Loving father of Ronda and her husband Brian Starling and Mike (Whipper) Watson and his wife Bradi, all of Durham. Cherished and proud grandfather of Matthew, Marissa, Mackenzie and Archer. Dear brother of Jane Schutz and her late husband Paul and Barb Watson and her husband Art McAfee. Son-in-law of Elsie ... [more]
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June 24, 2017
Barry Wilfred Nixon of Richmond Hill, formerly of Durham, passed away at MacKenzie Health, Richmond Hill on Saturday, June 24, 2017 in his 68th year. Dear father of Jillian Nixon and her husband Mark Currie of Niagara Falls. Loving grandfather of Avery and Kennedy Currie. Also survived by his sister-in-law Brenda Nixon of Burks Falls and his niece Davette Nixon and her husband Todd. Barry will be remembered by his many friends and relatives. Predeceased by his parents William and Doreen Nixon and brother ... [more]
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June 3, 2017
David Fred Hempstalk of Collingwood, formerly of Summerstown, passed away suddenly at the Collingwood General and Marine Hospital on Saturday, June 3rd 2017 in his 67th year. Survived by his loving wife Debbie (the bride) and his canine daughter Morgan (the pooch). Also left grieving are David's three sisters: Maureen (Tom) Fagan of Cornwall, Jean (Jack) Lawson of Lancaster and Christine (late Ray) Quann of California. Predeceased by his parents, Fred & Hilda Hempstalk. David will be sadly missed ... [more]
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May 19, 2017
Robert Stanley Newell, of Durham, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Friday, May 19, 2017 in his 91st year. Beloved husband of the late Donna Newell. Dear father of Richard Newell and his wife Louise of Varney, Robert Newell of Durham, Carol and her husband Bill Reynolds of Holstein and Larry Newell and his partner Miriam of Hanover. Grandfather of four. Predeceased by one brother and one sister.
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May 17, 2017
Brenda Jean Jones (nee Boyle), of RR#2 Ayton, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, May 17th, 2017 in her 70th year. Beloved wife of Edgar Jones. Loving mother of Jeannette Jones, Robert Jones and his wife Glenna and Sharon McMann and her friend Mark Szabo. Cherished grandmother of Kyle, Cody, Sarah and Benjamin. Dear sister of Dan Boyle and his wife Pat, and Charles Boyle and his wife Yvonne. Predeceased by her parents John and Susan Boyle, her brother Ross Boyle and his late wife Doreen, her sister Barb ... [more]
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May 14, 2017
Donald William John Neuman, of Durham, passed away on Sunday, May 14th, 2017 in his 64th year. Beloved husband of Tracey (nee McNair) and the late Marie (nee McGillivray). Loving father of Alex Neuman and his friend Hannah. Dear brother of Dean Neuman and his wife Mary Lou, Nancy and her husband Gary Greenland and Del Neuman and his friend Liz Leifso. Son-in-law of Gwen McNair and brother-in-law of Gregg and Susie McNair, Cheryl Neuman, Linda and Dave Schafer, Anne and Scott Vrooman, Kathy and Gordon ... [more]
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May 13, 2017
Passed away peacefully at South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on May 13, 2017 in her 50th year. Devoted daughter of Marie Ransom of Durham. Loving sister of Arthur and Jason Ransom, and proud aunt of Jarrett and Clarissa Atkinson. Predeceased by her father George Ransom and brother Allan Ransom.
Memorial visitation will be held at the McCulloch-Watson Funeral Home on Thursday, May 18, 2017 from 2 - 4 p.m.
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May 10, 2017
Charles Austen Sharpe, of Durham, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Wednesday, May 10th, 2017 in his 91st year. Beloved husband for 62 years of Mary (nee Lawrence). Charlie will be fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by his parents Reg and Blanche Sharpe and his brothers Frank Sharpe, Alfred �Alf� Sharpe and Ross Sharpe.
A celebration of Charlie�s life will be held at the Funeral Home on Monday afternoon at 1 p.m., with visitation ... [more]
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April 17, 2017
August 9, 1981 - April 17, 2017
We are deeply saddened to announce the unexpected passing of Kyle Reay on April 17, 2017. Kyle was 35 years old. Kyle grew up on a farm between Hanover and Durham enjoying hockey, 4-H and cattle. Not only did Kyle participate in, but also coached kids in hockey and was a leader in 4-H so he could pass on to a younger generation what had been taught to him. Kyle was a kind generous "gentle giant" whom many looked up to. He was a very hard worker and owned and operated ... [more]
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We are deeply saddened to announce the unexpected passing of Kyle Reay on April 17, 2017. Kyle was 35 years old. Kyle grew up on a farm between Hanover and Durham enjoying hockey, 4-H and cattle. Not only did Kyle participate in, but also coached kids in hockey and was a leader in 4-H so he could pass on to a younger generation what had been taught to him. Kyle was a kind generous "gentle giant" whom many looked up to. He was a very hard worker and owned and operated ... [more]
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April 17, 2017
Pearl Margaret Crow (nee Hahn), formerly of Durham, Pike Lake and Lower Drew, passed away at Caressant Care Nursing Home, Harriston on Monday, April 17th, 2017 in her 99th year. Beloved wife of the late Harold Crow. Loving mother of Elinor and her husband Murray MacEachern, Elizabeth and her late husband Clive Elvidge, Patricia and her husband John McCulloch all of Durham and Audrey and her husband Dennis Domm of Ayton. Cherished grandmother of Margaret (Dave) Echlin, Robert (Jackie) MacEachern, Kathy ... [more]
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April 13, 2017
Todd Garland Lawrence, of RR#2 Ayton, passed away suddenly at his home on Thursday, April 13th, 2017 in his 50th year. Beloved husband of Jeannette Jones. Loving father of Sarah and Benjamin, both at home. Dear son of Gary and Alice Lawrence of Durham and son-in-law of Edgar and Brenda Jones of Ayton. Brother-in-law of Jacques Breton, Robert Jones and his wife Glenna and Sharon McMann. Uncle of Christian, Lauren, Kyle and Cody. Predeceased by his sister Judy Breton and his brother-in-law Dave Hiller. ... [more]
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April 11, 2017
Donald Anthony Pust passed away peacefully at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Tuesday, April 11th, 2017 in his 85th year. Beloved husband of the late Betty Pust (nee Ledingham). Loving father of Lori and her husband Bob Issenman of Burlington, David Pust and his wife Nancy of Cambridge and Dan Pust and his wife Carrie Marshall of Durham. Cherished grandfather of Theresa, Michael, Katie, Jonah, Dylan and Emily. Great-grandfather of Jerome, Dayshaun, Madison, Jack, Parker and Cole. Dear brother ... [more]
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March 28, 2017
James Eric MacArthur, of Toronto and Priceville, passed away at Kensington Hospice on Tuesday, March 28th, 2017 in his 89th year. Beloved husband of the late Madeleine (nee Fournier). Loving father of Danny, Margaret Anne, Barbara and Louise. Cherished grandfather of Andrew, Danielle, Jacqueline, Marc, Elise and great-grandfather of Sophie. Jim always gave generously of his time, loved to chat, and will be dearly missed by everyone who knew him.
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March 27, 2017
Christena "Chris" Hooper (nee Carson), of Hanover, passed away at the Hanover and District Hospital on Monday, March 27th, 2017 in her 70th year. Loving mother of Gary Hooper and his wife Harmony of Priceville, David Hooper and his wife Treena of Oakville, Randy Hooper and his wife Jeanine of Durham and Jeff Hooper and his wife Tammy of Durham. Cherished grandmother of Morigan, Melisa, Myah, Clayton, Justin, Travis, Mitchell, Jarrett and Darcy. Dear sister of Nancy and her husband Ted Hopkins of Irish ... [more]
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March 26, 2017
Dorothy Marie Potter, of Holstein, passed away at the Louise Marshall Hospital, Mount Forest on Sunday, March 26th, 2017 in her 75th year. Beloved wife of the late Frank Potter. Dear sister of James "Jimmy" McWhinney.
A celebration of Dorothy's life will be held at the McCulloch-Watson Funeral Home, Durham on Monday, April 3rd at 1 p.m., with visitation prior to the service from 12 - 12:45 p.m. Spring interment at Durham Cemetery.
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March 18, 2017
Frank Schierz passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Saturday, March 18, 2017 in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Isabelle (nee Wood) Schierz. Dear father of Michael and Jennifer of Hanover, and David and Natalie of Oshawa. Grandpa of Matthew, Lauren and Alyssa. Also survived by one sister Johanna Mayerhofer of Brampton. Co-owner of Edgewater Trophies for many years.
A Celebration of Frank's life will be held at the Knox United Church, Durham on Wednesday, March 22nd, 2017 at 1 p.m. ... [more]
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