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Obituaries

BURKE, Ron

Ronald John Burke of Harriston passed away at Caressant Care, Harriston on Sunday, April 6, 2025 in his 78th year. Father of David & Tina Burke of South River. Grandfather of Josh & Lindsay of Woodstock, Dennis & Amber of North Dakota, Kayla & Seras of Sudbury, Winter, Brooklyn, Johnny and Rowan all of South…

ONIFRICHUK, Norma Lorraine (née Kenner)

March 3, 1930 - June 18, 2025

Born March 3, 1930, in Waterford, Ontario, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2025, at Groves Memorial Hospital in Fergus. Norma leaves behind her loving son Michael and his wife Kathy, and her two cherished grandchildren, Sheri (Greg) and Michelle. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Mike (1999), her parents Ross and Clara (Wilcox)…

GILLESPIE, Thomson

Peacefully at The Amica, Georgetown on May 9, 2025 in his 92nd year.  Predeceased by his wife Dorothy (2023) and daughter Karen of Ottawa (2024). Survived by his son Allan of Manchester, England.  Burial will be in the family plot in Scotland.

WALSH, Geraldine (Gerry)

October 14, 1941 - May 4, 2025

Departed peacefully on her own terms at Guelph General Hospital on May 4, 2025. Her passing was attended by sons Tony and Joel along with dear friend Annamarie. Born October 14, 1941, Gerry touched many lives as a learner, a teacher, an artist and advocate, spending her later years in Erin where she was an…

WOODHOUSE, Kenneth Peter Leonard

September 3, 1935 - June 15, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Kenneth “Ken” Woodhouse on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at Caressant Care in Arthur, surrounded by his loving family. He was 89 years old. Ken was the beloved husband of Nettie for 63 wonderful years, a testament to their enduring love and partnership. He…

McCARVELL, Nancy McKillop

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Nancy McCarvell McKillop on June 12, 2025; a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, who brought joy and warmth to all who knew her. Nancy was the cherished wife of Michael McKillop, devoted mother to Heather Duke and Drew McCarvell, caring stepmother to Amanda…

FERGUSON, Karen

Passed away surrounded by her family at the age of 61 on the 11 of June 2025. Born June 14th 1963 in Kitchener. Survived by her loving husband James Ferguson, three children Kevin (Mariah) Ferguson, Melanie (Kevyn) McCarthy, Courtney (Jon) Vanbragt, and her seven grandchildren, Wyatt, Cassidy, Dallas, Easton, Addison, Maelle, and Colton. Parents Keith…

WHITAKER, Margaret Kay

The family of Kay Whitaker sadly announces her peaceful passing at McNally Hospice, Grimsby on June 10, 2025, at the age of 82 years. Margaret Kay Pasmore, wife of the late Douglas Whitaker of Vineland and formerly of Guelph. Loving mother of Drew Whitaker and dear grandmother of Annie Whitaker. Sister of Mary and Jim…

HOSTRAWSER, Doreen

Formerly of Arthur passed away peacefully at Wellington Terrace, Fergus on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 in her 89th year. Beloved wife of Gus Hostrawser for 64 years. Loving mother of Lisa Hostrawser of Arthur, and Sonya and Rick Pozzobon of Guelph. Cherished grandmother of Selayna and Brianna. Sister-in-law of Bernice Burrell. Fondly remembered by her…

MARTIN, Ted (Edward)

May 27, 1960 - May 31, 2025

Family and friends are invited to a memorial visitation on Saturday, July 5, 2025 from 2-4pm at the Dreisinger Funeral Home, 62 Arthur St. S., Elmira. Refreshments will be served, come and go as you please. Help us celebrate the life of a wonderful man with Brenda and family. www.dreisingerfuneralhome.com