Passed away peacefully with his family by his side, at Craigweil Gardens, Ailsa Craig on Sunday, July 30, 2023 at the age 79. Beloved husband of Jane (Brumwell) for 57 years. Cherished father of Lianna and John Keogh, Chad and Candice Urbshott, and Jennie and Brad Hertner. Adored grandpa of Katie and William McLachlan, Tom… Continue Reading
Archives for July 2023
HODGINS: Donna (Graham) of Denfield
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Donna Kathryn (Graham) Hodgins, on Friday, July 28, 2023, just a few days after her 85th birthday, peacefully in her own home with her family by her side. Donna was Born July 26, 1938. Beloved wife of Marvyn Loft Hodgins, they were married for… Continue Reading
HOUSTON: Tom of Centralia
Thomas Houston passed away peacefully at Jessica’s House, Exeter on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at the age of 74. Devoted husband of Dorothy Houston of 53 years. Cherished father of Tara (Doug), Shannon (Teena), and Amanda (Dave). Tom enjoyed the time he had with his 7 grandchildren; Meghan, Aiden, Sarah, Jessica, Emma, Finn, and Ruby…. Continue Reading
LEWIS: Donelda Josephine (Andrews) of Exeter, formerly of Crediton and Brinsley
Passed away peacefully in her sleep at Sprucedale Care Centre, Strathroy on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 of Exeter, formerly of Crediton and Brinsley at the age of 90. Devoted wife of the late Douglas Lewis (1998). Proud mom of Jackie and Fred Wells, Dan and Mary Ann Lewis, Debbie and the late Doug Case (2019),… Continue Reading
GREGORY: Milt of Ilderton
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Milt Gregory on Friday, July 21, 2023, at the age of 82. Devoted husband of the late H. Jeanette (Thompson) Gregory (2012) for 49 years. Proud father and grandfather of Brian and Tanya Gregory (Jake Gregory and Melody Vachon, and Holly and Grant Masschelein);… Continue Reading
HODGERT: Ross of Exeter
Passed away peacefully at Queensway Long Term Care Home, with his family by his side on Monday, July 24, 2023 at the age of 94. Beloved husband of Kathleen (May) Hodgert for 68 years. Cherished father of Diane Ellis of Waterloo, and Alan and Michele Hodgert of RR1 Woodham. Adored grandfather of Christine Jakobsen; Alana… Continue Reading
WOODWARD: Jean (Fortier) of Lucan, formerly of Wasaga Beach and London
It is with great sadness that the family of Jean Woodward wishes to share her passing at Jessica’s House Hospice on Monday, July 24, 2023. Jean is survived by her devoted and loving husband, Irwin of 64 years. Jean is also survived by her children Donna (Shawn), Cathy (Sam), Jim (Kelli), and Joanne (John). Jean was… Continue Reading
HARTMAN: Rebecca Anne Mary
In the arms of her loving parents, Rebecca passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 after 8 cherished days with her in our lives. Precious daughter of Anthony and Lillian (Whyburd) Hartman. Goddaughter of Timothy and Mary Beth Hartman. Dear granddaughter of Tom and Jasia Hartman of Zurich, and Paul and Teresa Whyburd of… Continue Reading
PEARCE: Wayne M. “Canoe” of Exeter formerly of Owen Sound
Passed away suddenly at his home, with his family by his side, on Sunday, July 16, 2023 at the age of 83. Beloved husband of Nancy (McFarlane) Pearce for 61 years. Cherished father of the late Steve “Ponch” Pearce (2012), and Andrea and Craig Alexander. Adored poppa of Luke and Samantha Alexander, the late Garrett… Continue Reading
LYON: Thomas William of Stratford
Thomas William Lyon set down his many tools for the last time Friday, July 14, 2023 in Stratford Ontario. Tom is lovingly remembered by his wife Ruth (Duncan) of 55 years, daughter Erika and son Geoff and his wife Rebecca. He was very proud of his 4 grandchildren and their achievements: Austin, Collin, Mackenzie and… Continue Reading
POWELL: Boyce of Ilderton
Passed away peacefully at LHSC – University Hospital with his family by his side on Thursday, July 13, 2023 of Ilderton at the age of 85. Beloved husband of the late Frieda (Forbes) Powell (2021) for over 64 years. Cherished father of Laura and Stuart Carne of Ilderton, and Brad and Leanne Powell of Dutton…. Continue Reading
ABBOTT: Marion (McIntyre) formerly of Exeter and Lucan
Peacefully at Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital, on Wednesday July 12, 2023, Marion (McIntyre) Abbott, wife of the late Art Abbott (2017). Loving mother of Muriel, Wesley (Lisa), Catherine, and Carol. Proud grandmother of Megan, Cliff (Kayla), Nicole (Farhiya), Ben (Jasmine), Jonathan, Laura (Alec), Anne (Liam), and Elizabeth. Special great-grandmother to Lily, Maisie, and Blake. Sister and… Continue Reading
BLAKE: Lauretta of London, formerly of Biddulph Township
Peacefully, with her family by her side at LHSC – Victoria Hospital on Thursday, July 6, 2023 at the age of 87. Sister to Mike (Sandra), Cathy Perry, the late Elizabeth Cunningham (2015) (Peter), and Jim (Marion). Beloved aunt to David Cunningham (Linda), Susan Smythe (Jamie), Murray Perry (Colleen), Christine Sleegers (Rob), and Sandra Gaudet… Continue Reading
SIMPSON: Linda Marie (Glenholme) (née Killby) of Exeter *UPDATED*
Passed away at LHSC – Victoria Hospital on Thursday, June 15, 2023 at the age 75. Cherished mother of Carmen (Craig) Whitelock of Powassan. Adored g-ma of Andrew (Samantha) Whitelock of Cochrane and great-gg of Lucas and Natalie. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Shirley and the late Wayne Boyle of Exeter, Ken and Heather Killby… Continue Reading
TURNER: Marya (née Ivancsics) (Topor) of Seaforth, formerly of Hungary
Passed away peacefully at her home, with her family by her side on Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at the age of 84. Beloved wife of the late John Turner (1994). Cherished mother of Maria (Jeff Stone) Topor, Beth (Randy) Rightmyer, Joseph (Candie) Topor. Adored nana of Reilly (Karen), Joe (Mandy), Braidyn (Steve), Brianne (Curtis), and… Continue Reading