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Obituaries

van GROOTHEEST, Judith Ann

January 20, 1944 - November 19, 2023

It is with broken hearts and immense sadness that we announce the passing of our mom Judith Ann van Grootheest (nee Howlett) on November 19, 2023. Predeceased by her loving husband of 55 years, Gerald (2020) and her parents Allan (1988) and Stella (nee Pike 1992). Loving mother to daughters Angela (Tom), Barbara (Larry), and…

HORST, Daniel M.

January 3, 1930 - November 17, 2023

Passed away peacefully at home on Friday, November 17, 2023 in his 94th year. Predeceased by his wife Florence (Martin) Horst (2021). Dear father of James and Eileen Horst of Elmira, Vernon Horst of Elmira, (Erla 2020) and Amsey Brubacher of Wallenstein, Marlene and Gorden Frey of Drayton, Murray and Emma Horst of Teeswater, Donald…

MARTIN, Isaac

Passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 19, 2023 at his residence at the age of 66 years. Husband of the late Martha Martin.  Father of Melvin and Laurene of West Montrose, Mervin and Anna of Lucknow, Clarence and Anna of West Montrose, Esther Martin of Lucknow, Anna and Ivan Martin of Val Gagne, James and…

HALL, Barbara Ann

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 in the loving arms and care of her sister Jo-Anne at the age of 74 years. She is predeceased by her parents Elwood and Vera Hall. Barb was a gentle and kind soul and always put others ahead of herself. She will be missed by her many…

GRAY, Elizabeth Glen (Austen) BScPhm

July 19, 1943 - November 6, 2023

Loving and devoted wife of late David George Harley Gray (Feb 3, 2010) for almost 40 years. Proud mother of Laura Glen Sclater (Stephen) of Barrie, Dr. Heather Elizabeth Gray of Claremont, David Austen Gray of Guelph, and Michael Alan Gray of Guelph-Eramosa. “Grandma Chief” to Connor & Muskoka Sclater, and Kieran, Harkin, and Carys…

JANSSEN, Dina Maria (Rooyakkers)

Of Arthur passed away peacefully at her home with her children by her side on Thursday, November 9, 2023 in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late John (2008). Cherished mother of Jackie and Cater, the late Peter (2014), Jim and Linda, John and Cindy, Frank and Helene, Mary-Ann and Mike, Ed and Lynne,…

REED, Joan Marie (Barber)

 It is with great sadness that we share that Joan Marie Reed (Barber) of Goderich formerly of Sault Ste Marie, Milton and Elora Ontario, passed away after a quick and unexpected battle with Cancer. She passed away peacefully on November 10, 2023 at Huron Hospice with family by her side at the young age of…

MAINLAND, Karen Patrici

August 27, 1950 - November 6, 2023

Passed away peacefully on Monday, November 6, 2023, with family by her side. Loving wife of the late Art Mainland (2014). Karen is survived by her children; Christopher and Christine Bell, Jeff Mainland, and her daughter in law Jackie Squance, her siblings and in-laws; Robert and Suzanne Chamberlain, Robin and Roy Diebold, Ralph and Jean…

SMITH, Dorothea Jakelski

On the evening of November 9th, surrounded by family in person and virtually, Dorothea Jakelski Smith was ushered into eternity. While this was unexpected, we are filled with peace knowing she is pain free, with her Heavenly Father and “dancing in the cosmos” among dear family and friends who have gone before her. Born to…

WILLIS, David Charles

November 27, 1928 - November 10, 2023

Passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Health Centre on November 10, 2023, just two weeks before his 95th birthday. He was the beloved husband and best friend to Greta (Marshall) for 71 years. He leaves behind his daughter Sarah (Kevin), son Henry (Natalie) and grandchildren Jamie (Chantal), Natasha (Dillon), Lacey (James), Ivan and Katy (Alex)…