Death Notices
Due to families wishes, not all death notices are listed.
Joyce Evangeline Reay (nee Saigeon), of Hanover and formerly of Durham, passed away at the McVean Lodge on Tuesday, October 24th, 2023 in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Irvin Reay. Loving mother of Bryan Reay and his wife Kim, Carolyn Coutts and her late husband Elgin, Rick Reay, Janice Reay and her partner Barry Gateman, Angela Fry and her husband Les, and Kevin Reay and his wife Michelle. Fondly remembered by her 17 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and 12 great-great-grandchildren. Dear ... [more]
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Raffaele “Ralph” Sibio, of Hanover, passed away suddenly on Sunday, October 22nd, 2023, in his 85th year. Beloved husband of Maria Teresa (née Iantorno). Loving father of Marina Sibio and Sabrina Sibio. Cherished grandfather of Kaitlin, Colin, and Graeham. Predeceased by his parents Giuseppe Sibio, and Marina La Rosa. He will be remembered for his love of family, music, and animals. Anyone who knew him was rewarded with warm hospitality, extravagant stories, an infectious laugh, and ... [more]
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Norman Alexander Marshall, of Durham, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Friday, October 20th, 2023 in his 85th year. Beloved husband of Eleanor (nee Henderson). Loving father of Nancy and her husband Doug Wilton, Susan and her husband Rob Nixon, and Jeff Marshall. Cherished grandfather of Scott (Maggie), Megan (Colby), Dean, John (Chanelle), Natalie (Greg), Gabby, Maddison (Tevin), and Dawson. Dear brother of Erma McFadden. Predeceased by his daughter-in-law Kelly Marshall, his ... [more]
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Mary Josephine Barlow (nee Latronico), formerly of RR#6 Markdale, passed away with her family by her side at the Hanover and District Hospital on Saturday, October 14th, 2023 in her 84th year. Loved wife of the late Clifford A. Barlow. Loving mother of Rod Barlow and his wife Wendy of Oakville, Debbie and her husband Ron Petch of Markdale, Doug Barlow and his wife Diane of Markdale, Don Barlow and his wife Georgina of Hanover, and Jason Barlow and his wife Terri of Markdale. Proud grandmother of Chelsea, ... [more]
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Larry Walter Clarke, of London, passed away at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Hamilton on Friday, October 13th, 2023 in his 81st year. Beloved husband of the late Rennie Clarke. Loving father of Rob (Helen) Clarke of Brantford, Kevin (Beverly) Clarke of Kitchener and daughter-in-law Kim Clarke Montreal. Stepfather of Brenda (Dave) Erb of Dashwood, Pauline (Ed) Monden of Brodhagen, Irene (Morris) Van De Walle of St. Mary’s, Mona (Graham) Hennigar of Nova ... [more]
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Robert William Daniels, of Durham, passed away at the Louise Marshall Hospital, Mount Forest on Tuesday, October 10th, 2023 in his 74th year. Dear son of Shirley and the late Bill Daniels. Beloved husband of Barb (nee Reilly). Cherished father of Michelle Tourlousse and her partner Stewart Fleming, Cara Daniels and her partner Theresa Millington, and Matthew Daniels and his partner Chrissy North. Cherished grandfather of Nicolle (Mark Breadner), Ryan, Allyssa (Alex Hopkins), Amy (Cal Logtenberg), Jessie, ... [more]
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Rodger William Filsinger, of Hanover, and formerly of Neustadt, passed away at South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Walkerton on Sunday, October 1st, 2023 in his 60th year. Loving father of Lawrence, Rebekah, Thomas, Steven and the late Joseph Filsinger (2008). Cherished son of Audrey Filsinger and the late Robert (2021). Remembered by Theresa Filsinger, his siblings Deb Filsinger, Gail Filsinger (Mike Zelobowski), Kathy Johnstone (George), Ron Filsinger, extended family and friends.
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Helen Agnes Sweeney (nee Sexsmith), of Durham and formerly Dornoch, passed away at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Friday, September 29th, 2023 in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late Pat Sweeney. Loving mother of Frank and Brenda, Dan, Anne Marie, Jim and his wife Diane, Maureen and her husband Calvin Rydall, Mary Kay and her husband André Jolin, and John. Cherished grandmother of Erin (Marc), Ryan (Andrea), Melissa (Julian), Sean (Charlene), Becky (Sisco), Allison, Eric (Erica), Dillon, Michael, ... [more]
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Saloma Marritt (nee Bowman), of Hanover, passed away at The Village, Hanover on Wednesday, September 27th, 2023 in her 92nd year. Beloved wife of the late Robert Brown and the late Lloyd Marritt. Loving mother of Nancy and her husband Harold Bowman, Janet and her husband Richard Graham, Bruce Brown and his wife Vicky, and Marilyn and her husband Kevin Loder. Fondly remembered by her 11 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Leonard Bowman, Grace Bowman, and Edna Vandenberg. Predeceased ... [more]
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Robert Darryl Brown, of Durham, passed away at Brightshores Health System, Owen Sound on Monday, September 25th, 2023 in his 78th year. Beloved husband of Jean (nee Becker). Loving father of Nancy and her husband Rick Nurse, and Chad Brown and his wife Robin. Proud grandfather of Carter, Caiden, Nolan and Maddux. Also remembered by his in-laws Art and Sharon Becker, Grace and Ken Cuylle, Dianne and Kurt Burmeister, Sharon and the late Bill Becker, and Terry and Randy Jackson. Predeceased by his son Todd ... [more]
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Martha Selina Kathleen Papke (nee Hilts), of Bognor and formerly of Amelisaburg in Prince Edward County, passed away at Brightshores Health System, Owen Sound on Monday, September 25th, 2023 in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late Ron Papke. Loving mother of Steve Papke and his late wife Cheryl, Rhonda and her husband Frank Marshall, and Lorne Papke. Cherished grandmother of Melissa Pacheco, and Steven Papke. Predeceased by her brothers: James, Robert, Ruben, Clayton, Don, and Henry, and by her sisters: ... [more]
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Robert Harold Fisher, of Flesherton, passed away at Grey Gables, Markdale on Monday, September 18th, 2023 in his 80th year. Loving father of Michele Goss and her partner Bill Elphick, and Kim and her husband Bruce Murphy. Cherished grandfather of Megan, Alex and his partner Amy, Breck, and Kinsley. Dear brother of Linda and her late husband Frank Stoddart, Carol and her husband Bob Ottewell, Don Fisher and his late wife Nancy, and Buddy Fisher. Fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews.
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Flora Clara Mansell (nee Larmond), of Durham, passed away at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Friday, September 15th, 2023 at the age of 83. Beloved wife of Tom Mansell. Loving mother of Vicky Mansell. Flora will be missed by her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, her sister Jeanne MacLanders and her husband Dale, and by her many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Henry and Alice Larmond.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Boniolo and the staff at Rockwood Terrace for their excellent ... [more]
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Elsie Irene Wilson (nee Miller), of Durham, passed away at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Thursday, September 14th, 2023 in her 99th year. Beloved wife of the late Ralph Wilson. Dear sister of Arlene Dillabough, Mary Lamont, and Gary Miller. Fondly remembered by her many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her sister Georgie Barber, and her brothers Herb, Chester, Ralph, Alex, Hugh, Don, Bill and Bev Miller.
Cremation has taken place. A memorial service celebrating Elsie’s life will be ... [more]
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Crispin Daniels/Cris/Dad/Granpa died in Owen Sound, ON on September 12, 2023. He is predeceased by his parents, Leslie and Caroline, his brother Keith, sister Caroline, father-in-law Jake and mother-in-law Millie, brother-in-law John, nephew David, and his doggy son, John Ross. He leaves behind Judy, to whom he was married for close to 43 years. He is also survived by his daughter Jen (Matthew), son Ian, brother Colin (Mavis), grandchildren (Tiegan, Liam, Rhona, and Casey), and in-laws Pam, ... [more]
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Jean Marie Kuehn (nee Butler), of Durham, passed away at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Saturday, September 9th, 2023 in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late Denny Williams and the late Fred Kuehn. Loving mother of Dan Williams, and David Kuehn and his wife Ira. Cherished grandmother of Christian Kuehn. Dear sister of William Butler, and sister-in-law of Dick Williams. Predeceased by her parents Tom and Margaret Butler, and her brother Malcolm Butler.
A memorial service celebrating ... [more]
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Vernon Orville Porter, of Hanover and formerly of Durham and Paisley, passed away on Wednesday, September 6th, 2023 in his 94th year. Beloved husband for 68 years to the late Laverne (nee Becker). Loving father of Linda (Brad Campbell), Carolyn (Mike Giesler), Mark Porter (Heather), and Donna (Ed Eckhardt). Cherished grandfather to be missed by grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survived by his brother Norman Porter and his wife Lenore, and his sister Glenna McComb. Predeceased by his daughter Shirley ... [more]
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Cecil Victor Baines, of Durham, passed away at Chapman House, Owen Sound on Sunday, September 3rd, 2023 in his 77th year. Beloved husband of Joan (nee Clydesdale), having celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary earlier this year. Loving father of Shaun Baines and his partner Jenn Dean, and Scott Baines and his partner Keri Stewart. Proud grandfather of Charlotte “Charlie” and Cecil welcomed Wyatt, Dalynne, Colton, Logan, and Mya to the family. ... [more]
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Debra Elaine Paige (nee McKinnon), of Durham, passed away suddenly at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Tuesday, August 22nd, 2023 in her 71st year. Beloved wife of Howard Paige. Loving mother of Jason Paige and his wife Lori, Kelly Paige, and Travis Paige and his friend Apryl. Proud grandmother of Miriah and Connor. Dear sister of Joanne McKinnon, and Earl McKinnon. Predeceased by her parents John and Marion McKinnon.
Visitation will be held at the McCulloch-Watson Funeral Home, ... [more]
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Patrick Donald Perkins, born in Toronto and resident of Angus, passed away with his loving family by his side on Wednesday, August 16th, 2023 in his 61st year.
Beloved husband and soulmate of Gloria (nee Iannone). Loving father of Emily (Mike) Young, and Kate (Justin) Canejo. Doting “Gramp” of Hannah, Chloe, and Tyson.
Patrick was a man of many hobbies and passions including antique hunting & collecting, fishing, motorcycles, and playing hockey as a goalie. ... [more]
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Raymond Elmer Brown, of Durham, passed away on Friday, August 11th, 2023 in his 74th year. Beloved husband of Ann (nee McAfee). Loving father of Susanne “Susie” and her husband Charlie Payne. Cherished grandfather of Kelseigh, Kaila (Randy), Brayden, Skyler, Lola, LeeAnne (Steven), and Zach (Paige). Great-grandfather of Amelia, Ryker, and Matthew. Dear brother of Darlene and her husband Lloyd Robison, and Timothy Brown and his partner Lynn. ... [more]
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Nancy Joan Louise MacMillan (nee Griffin), of Durham, in her 80th year. Loving wife of William MacMillan, dying Wednesday, August 2nd at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham, just shy of their 50th wedding anniversary. Beloved mom of Mary and Vern Ashley, Elizabeth Bell-Court, Joanne Kanczula, and Nancy and Karen MacMillan. Loved grandmother of Dathan (Kyla), Jared, Selena, Lauren and Haiden and her fur grandkids. Sister to Harold "Butch" and Marion Griffin, ... [more]
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Dariusz “Darek” Henry Gromadzki, of Durham, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, August 2nd, 2023 in his 60th year. Beloved husband of Pauline Prince. Loving father of Brittany Gromadzki and her husband Carl Stremble. Proud grandfather of Ocean. Cherished son of Leokadia and Angelo. Dear brother of Krys Gromadzki and his wife Kim. Brother-in-law of Bonnie and Alex, Gary and Penny, and Johnny and Evelyn. Special uncle of Felecia, Robbie, Alex Jr., Johnny Jr., Curtis and Andrew.
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Marion Florence Manarey (nee Paylor), of Durham, passed away at Grey Bruce Health Services, Owen Sound on Tuesday, July 25th, 2023 in her 81st year. Beloved wife of John Manarey. Loving mother of Janet and her husband Warren McWaters, Laura-Anne and her husband Joe Pridham, David Manarey and his wife Jo-Anne, and Shawn Manarey. Fondly remembered by her 5 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Cecil Paylor and his wife Judy, and Harry Paylor and his wife Nancy. Sister-in-law of Lynn Paylor. ... [more]
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It is with great sadness that we the family announce the passing of Robert “Bob” Irwin Taylor of Holland Centre, Ontario on Thursday, July 20th, 2023. Bob was born in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia on September 10, 1939. Bob joined the military as a young teenager and after several years, he joined the Air Force to serve his country here and abroad.
Upon returning, he got married and started a business in Digby, Nova Scotia selling fresh seafood before changing careers into health care where ... [more]
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Ronald Henry Magwood, of Durham, passed away on Monday, July 17th, 2023 in his 86th year. Beloved husband of Gayle (nee Wiggins). Loving father of Kelly and her husband Ron Dow, and Ryan Magwood and his fiance Kayla Sookoo. Cherished grandfather of Kelsey-Rose Dow, and Benjamin Dow and his wife Holly. Dear brother of Reg Magwood and his wife Luanne. Predeceased by his brother Bob Magwood and his late wife Jackie.
A private graveside service will be held at the Durham Cemetery. As an ... [more]
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Elaine Doris Draper (nee Whittaker), of RR#3 Ayton, passed away at Caressant Care, Harriston on Saturday, July 15th, 2023 in her 71st year. Beloved wife of George Draper. Loving mother of Ted Draper, Tim Draper and his wife Esther, Darryl Draper and his wife Stephanie, and Dereck Draper and his wife Cheryl. Cherished grandmother of Benjamin and his partner Holly, Jodie, Jacob, Dawson, Taylor, Jamie, and Jorden. Dear sister of Grace and her husband Dana Salmon, Jean Whittaker, Gail and her husband Terry ... [more]
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William Willard Doney, of Durham, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Tuesday, July 11th, 2023 in his 89th year. Beloved husband of Audrey (nee McEachern). Loving father of Rick Doney and his wife Pat, and Steve Doney. Cherished grandfather of Tabitha Doney and her husband Dylan Porte, Ben Doney, Abby Doney, Brock Doney and his partner Ashley, and Brett Doney and his partner Sam. Great-grandfather of Nevaeh, Aiyonna, Willow, Makwa, Brooklynn, Lennox, Tyson and Taya. Dear brother ... [more]
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Ethel Rose Hopkins (nee Day), of Durham, passed away at Strathcona Long Term Care, Mount Forest on Saturday, July 8th, 2023 in her 86th year. Beloved wife of the late Seth Hopkins. Loving mother of George Hopkins, James Hopkins, Ann and her husband Robert Scheuerman, David Hopkins and his wife Mary, and Louise and her husband Mark Grove. Fondly remembered by her 12 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-granddaughter. Predeceased by an infant son, her parents George and Margaret “Peggy” ... [more]
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John Alexander Clark, of Durham, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Tuesday, July 4th, 2023 in his 94th year. Beloved husband of Mildred “Millie” Clark. Loving father of Douglas Clark and his wife Debra of Clearwater Bay, ON, and Joan Gatherum of Durham, ON. Cherished grandfather of John Clark and his partner Tina, Laura Clark, and Terri and her husband Dan Harris, grandfather-in-law of Cheryl McMahon, and great-grandfather of Dominic Carriere, Hannah McMahon, and ... [more]
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Harvey Keith Jr. Campbell, of Ayton, passed away as a result of a motor vehicle accident on Sunday, June 18th, 2023 in his 65th year. Beloved husband of the late Lorrie Lee (nee Russell). Loving father of Cody Campbell and his wife Cheyenne, and Ryan Campbell and his wife Jessica. Cherished grandfather of Vanessa, and Jaxson. Dear son of Delores and the late Harvey Sr. Campbell. Dear brother of Maggie Hopcroft and her partner Roger, April Schaap and her husband Ken, Pat Day and her husband John, Heather ... [more]
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Robert Ernest Marshall, of RR#4 Durham and formerly of Kitchener, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, June 12th, 2023 in his 87th year. Beloved husband of Doreen (nee Short). Loving father of Cheryl Marshall and her husband Terry Caldwell, and Bradley Marshall. Cherished grandfather of Kaitlin Zolnai, great-grandfather of Quinn and Lenny Zolnai, and grandfather-in-law of Ekaterina Kostukevich. Dear brother of Pat Kocher, and brother-in-law of Dianne Marshall. Predeceased by his grandson ... [more]
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Dianne Ellen Howson, of Durham and formerly of Mississauga, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Sunday, June 11th, 2023 in her 67th year. Beloved wife of the late Ed Nelson. Loving mother of Thomas Howson and his wife Crystal, Norm Nelson, Eddie Nelson and his wife Amanda Furtado, and Daryl Nelson. Cherished grandmother of Aleesia, and Bentley Howson, Eddie, Michael, Scout, Summer, Ava, Athena, Winter, Abby, and Devon Nelson. Dear sister of Don Howson.
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Russell Edward McCann, of Hanover and formerly of Durham, passed away at Hanover Care Centre on Thursday, June 8th, 2023 in his 96th year. Loving father of Ed McCann and his partner Melanie, Deanna and her husband Bill MacKenzie, and Cheryl MacKenzie. Cherished grandfather of Jason McCann and his wife Jackie, Les MacKenzie, Christy and her husband Jay Patriquin, and Linda Paige MacKenzie. Great-grandfather of Noah, Faye and Logan MacKenzie, and Charlotte Letterman and Connor Patriquin. Predeceased by his ... [more]
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Cedric Melville Johnston, of Durham, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Saturday, June 3rd, 2023 in his 85th year. Beloved husband of Jackie (nee Fleischmann). Loving father of William “Bill” Johnston and Heather Cormack, John Johnston and Corrine, Richard Johnston and Catia, James Johnston, and Derrick Johnston. Cherished grandfather of Matthew, Chandal, Blake, Nathan, Lowell, and Caitlin. Great-grandfather of Hayden, Holice, and James. Dear brother of Elizabeth Gaffney. ... [more]
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Frederick Bruce Moore, of Durham, passed away at Rockwood Terrace on Thursday, June 1st, 2023 at the age of 78, and he is now at peace in his heavenly home. Beloved husband of Bertha (nee Bender). Loving father of Laurie Hooper, and the late Rob Moore and his wife Deb. Cherished grandfather of Matt Hooper and his partner Shelby, Josh Hooper and his partner Allie, Beth Hooper, Becky Moore, Mike Moore and his partner Hailey, and Brittney Moore. Great-grandfather of Carma, and Georgie. Dear brother Emilie ... [more]
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Frederick Arthur Sedore, of Durham and formerly of Toronto, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, May 24th, 2023 in his 67th year. Beloved husband of Jann (nee Munroe). Fred will be missed by his faithful four-legged companions, Thor and Raven, and those who have predeceased him and were very much loved by him.
Visitation will be held at the McCulloch-Watson Funeral Home, Durham on Sunday, May 28th from 1 – 4 p.m. A funeral service celebrating Fred’s life will be held at the Funeral ... [more]
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Pamela Jane Styles (nee Fennell), of Oshawa and formerly of Durham, passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Monday, May 22nd, 2023 in her 68th year. Beloved wife of Randy Styles. Loving mother of Candice Styles, and Evan Styles and his wife Tiffany. Dear sister of Tom Fennell, Julie Fennell, and Stephen Fennell and his wife Kristen. Fondly remembered by her parents-in-law Harry and Ada Styles, and the Styles family. Predeceased by her parents Bill and Joan Fennell.
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Donald Douglas MacLachlan, of Durham, passed away suddenly on Saturday, May 20th, 2023 in his 59th year. Dear partner of Patsy Bovingdon. Loving father of Sheldon MacLachlan and his partner Cassidy Reay, Braedon MacLachlan and his partner Orianna Farr, Landon MacLachlan, stepfather of Paige Bovingdon, and Jessica Bovingdon and her partner David Vander Ploeg. Cherished grandfather of Axel and Bohdi. Dear brother of Joan and her husband Ian Pegelo, Ellen Nelson, Toni Ingram, and Jackie Pegelo. Son-in-law ... [more]
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William Deane Wright, of Durham and formerly of Brampton, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Saturday, May 13th, 2023 in his 87th year. Dear father of Shawn, Cheryl, Collin and Rob. Cherished grandfather of Brennan and Breanna and also remembered by their mother Joanne. Survived by his siblings Ron, Helen, and Ruth. Predeceased by his brother Glenn.
A funeral service celebrating Deane’s life will be held at ... [more]
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Violet Grace Young (nee Morley), of Hanover, passed away peacefully at her residence on Monday, May 8th, 2023 in her 86th year. Beloved wife of the late Armand Young. Loving mother of Tim Young and his wife Elaine of Durham, Jim Young and his wife Julie of Cold Lake, Alberta, and Pat and her husband Todd Schuett of Neustadt. Fondly remembered by her 9 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Doris and her husband Art Eastman, Art Morley and his wife Shirley, Lloyd Morley and his wife Loretta, ... [more]
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Marlene Kate Elizabeth Schopf (nee Newman), of Durham, passed away on her 86th birthday at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Sunday, April 30th, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Mel Schope. Dear sister of Allen Newman (Norma), and Tom Newman (Lynn). Marlene will be missed by her brother-in-law Ross Peart, and by her many nieces and nephews and their families. Marlene will also be missed by her faithful four-legged companion, Penny. Predeceased by her siblings Jack Newman, Roy Newman, June Smith, ... [more]
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Deborah Marie Hamilton-Hunt (nee O'Day), of Durham, passed away at her home on Saturday, April 15th, 2023 in her 67th year. Beloved wife of David Hunt. Loving mother of Sheri Lyn Hamilton-Caron and Dan Dean, Jim Hamilton and Michelle Stangler, Charleen and Chris Talbot, Stephanie Hunt and Josh Harrison, and Phillicia Hunt and Josh McKibbon. Cherished grandmother of Cody, Jared, Brodie, Lucas, Bryer, Savanna, Denisha, Damien, Logan, Kaylynn, Myah, and Mason. Deborah was looking forward to welcoming ... [more]
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Marjorie Joyce Kathleen Whiteside (nee Griffin), of Durham, passed away with her family by her side at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Tuesday, April 4th, 2023 in her 74th year. Beloved wife of Terry Whiteside Sr. Loving mother of Terry Whiteside Jr. and his partner Karen Webster, and Sherri and her husband Mike Page. Cherished grandmother of Nicholas Whiteside and his fiancée Kristen Becker. Dear sister of Joan and her husband Bill MacMillan, Harold Jr. “Butch” Griffin and his wife Marion, ... [more]
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Jamie-Lynne Rose Bieman, of Durham, passed away suddenly on Monday, April 3rd, 2023 in her 41st year. Mother of Bennit Bryant and Kadence Parkes. Dear daughter of Tim and Jo-Ann Bieman. Missed by her sister Tina and her husband Quentin Broome, and their children Aidan and Quinn. Survived by her maternal grandmother Doreen Krease. Also remembered by her special friend Aaron Vessie, and by her aunts, uncles and cousins. Predeceased by her maternal grandfather Gordon Krease, and her paternal grandparents ... [more]
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Joanne Mary Van Vlymen (nee Reitzel) passed away at her home, surrounded by her loving family, on Thursday, March 23rd, 2023 in her 55th year. Beloved wife of Chris Van Vlymen. Loving mother of Crystal Van Vlymen and her partner Terry, Jesse Van Vlymen and his wife Billie Jean, and Josephine Van Vlymen and her husband Justin. Cherished grandmother of Savannah, Liam, Xander, Amara, and Zachary. Dear daughter of Walter and the late Mary Ann Reitzel. Sister of Earl Reitzel and his wife Karen, Mike Reitzel ... [more]
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On March 15, 2023, at Rockwood Terrace, Durham, Blanche Noreen McCullough (December 28, 1931 – March 15, 2023) passed away peacefully in her 92nd year.
Beloved daughter of the late Emmerson and Violet (Aitkens) McCullough, predeceased by her brother Clarence ‘Bud’ McCullough and his wife Kathleen ‘Kay’ (Perry), and cherished friend of Carson and Ruth Magee and family.
Blanche was a dedicated and active pillar of the Markdale community. ... [more]
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Fredrick John Rigden, of Markdale, passed away on Friday, February 24th, 2023 in his 62nd year. Loving father of Sydney and Chelsea Rigden. Dear brother of Brian Rigden and his wife Michelle. Predeceased by his parents Brian and Rosemary Rigden. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to the McCulloch-Watson Funeral Home, Durham.
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TOLTON, Vivien Diane (Thaler)
April 24, 1942 – February 23, 2023
Once described by her grand-daughter as the funniest person she knew, Vivien Tolton always marched to her own drummer. An incredibly pragmatic person, she provided a sense of strength and consistency for all who knew her. It is hard to imagine life without Vivien.
Vivien died on February 23, 2023, at the age of 80, at University Hospital in London, after a stroke and complications. Loving mom of daughter Janet ... [more]
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Eileen Patricia MacNeill-Baker (nee Bell), of Markdale, passed away at Grey Gables, Markdale on Tuesday, February 21st, 2023, in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth MacNeill and the late Alex Baker. Loving mother of Cathy Watson and her late husband Ken, and Hugh MacNeill. Also stepmother to Brenda Love (Doran), Sue Kenny (Paul), Barry Baker (Allen Clark), and Brent Baker (Cathy). Cherished grandmother of Meghan Watson (Mathieu ... [more]
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