Passed away peacefully, with his loving family by his side, at Guelph General Hospital on Sunday, December 31, 2023 in his 79th year. Beloved husband of Donna (née Boltz) of 54 years. Loving father of Carolyn LaCosse and husband Pat, John Padfield and wife Aline, and Anne Smith and husband Ryan. Proud grandfather of Laura…
COBURN, Gysbertje “Beppy”
Of Puslinch, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at the Guelph General Hospital on Thursday, December 21, 2023 at the age of 78 years. Beloved wife of Ean Coburn, married for 57 years. Loved mother of Jeffrey Coburn (Heather), and Stephanie Smith (Christopher). Loving grandmother of Justine Coburn, Danica Smith, and Mark Coburn. Dear…
McCARL, Mary Roberta (Roach)
January 5, 1938 - December 25, 2023
“If you’re reading this, it means I’ve gone to join my beloved husband Ken Sr (2005). I passed from this world Christmas morning December 25, 2023 just 11 days shy of my 86th birthday.” It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of our beloved & beautiful mom, grandma, great grandma & great great…
METZGER, Floyd
Of Palmerston passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on Friday, December 8, 2023 at the age of 80. Beloved husband of Dianne (Bramhill) Metzger for 41 years. Father of Paul and Lisa Pinkney of Orillia, Rob and Tracy Metzger of New Lowell, Jeremy and Jill Metzger of Palmerston, and Jennifer and…
McALPINE, Mildred Matilda (Sanders)
November 12, 1933 - December 26, 2023
In memory of Mildred Matilda McAlpine, a beacon of love and strength, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2023, at the age of 90. She leaves behind a legacy of warmth and kindness, and a lifetime of cherished memories. A loving Mother to Donald (Marj), Joy (George), Wesley (Irene), and Karen (Scott), a devoted Grandma…
CHRISTENSEN, Wally
Of Palmerston passed away suddenly at his home on Sunday, December 24, 2023 in his 79th year. Loving husband of Sharon (Beirnes) for 55 years. Dear father of Shawn and Angie Christensen of Palmerston and Scott Christensen of Waterloo. Cherished grandfather of Joshua, Jordan and Jacob. Brother-in-law of Jim and June Beirnes, Linda Budnark, Wayne…
McQUEEN, Vernon George
Peacefully at Louise Marshall Hospital on Friday, December 22, 2023, in his 88th year. Cherished spouse of June Wagg (née Hackman) for 36 years. Dearly missed by his canine companion, Belle. Predeceased by his parents William and Mary McQueen; and siblings: Wilma Brooklyn (James), Ed McQueen (Jo), and John McQueen. Survived by his brother-in-law Gary…
HILGARTNER, Judith Rae “Judy”
Passed away peacefully, at Louise Marshall Hospital on Friday, December 29, 2023 in her 71st year. Beloved wife for 47 years to James “Jim” Hilgartner. Loving mother of David & Shannon Hilgartner, Michael & Lindsay Hilgartner, Jeffery & Barb Hilgartner, and Daniel & Laura Hilgartner. Grandmother of Addison, Andrew, Elsie and Hardin. Sister of Margaret…
HILLER, Frederick Lloyd
It is with great sadness, the family of Fred Hiller announces his peaceful passing on Monday, December 18, 2023, at Groves Memorial Hospital at the age of 81. Beloved husband of Susan (née McEachnie). Loving father of Jeff (Rose) and Jamie (Eileen). Proud grandfather of Kyle (Tina), Marissa (Tieson) and Teagan. Special uncle to Michael…
MEARNS, Barbara Anne
July 28, 1940 - December 19, 2023
Barbara Anne Mearns passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, in her 84th year, after living with Alzheimer’s the past several years. Barb was the fourth child born to Scottish immigrants, James and Flora (Urquhart) Mearns on July 28th 1940 in Scarborough, Ontario. She was a lifetime employee of Toronto Hydro where she retired…