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Obituaries

MOONEY, Scott Robert

March 13, 1968 - July 23, 2025

It is with a broken heart to share the sad news of the passing of Scott Robert Mooney on July 23, 2025. Scott was the most loyal, devoted and loving husband to Tracey in the 40 years that they were together. His sons, Peyton and Carter, were his everything and he spent his life ensuring…

GROSHAW, Dr. Ronald Eric

Passed away on July 21, 2025 at Etobicoke General Hospital at the age of 95. He is predeceased by his son George Bain (2003). Beloved husband to Barbara Jean for 65 years. Father to Eric (Tracie). Grandfather to Christopher (Hilary) , Grandfather to Philip (Kaitlin) and Great grandfather to Samuel. Ron grew up on the…

MURRAY-HOCKLEY, Brenda Louise

January 1, 1960 - July 23, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Brenda Louise Murray-Hockley on July 23, 2025, at the age of 65. Born on New Year’s Day in 1960—the first baby of the year in Fergus, Ontario—Brenda arrived with a quiet spark that grew into a lifelong source of warmth, laughter, and comfort to all who knew…

KROPF, Doreen Evelyn

September 28, 1938 - July 27, 2025

Doreen passed peacefully into the arms of her Saviour on Sunday July 27, 2025 at Wellington Terrace in Fergus. Doreen, in her 87th year, is now reunited with her beloved husband, Joseph Merlen (2022). Eternally loved mother of Dale Joseph (Kerri) and Debra Ann. Cherished Grandma of Tyler (Jessica), Vanessa (Joel) and Allison Kropf, Alexis…

RAMAGE, Bette Lee (Thring)

Passed away peacefully July 23rd 2025 predeceased by her parents, two brothers and only brother in law Scott Ramage and Bev Ramage living in Tiverton. She worked downtown Fergus for 41 years as a part of the community. Missed by her loving husband and son Jason and Andrew. Loved by many cousins and nieces and…

HAMILTON, Doris Evelyn

Passed away peacefully at home on Monday, July 21st, 2025 in her 92nd year. Beloved wife of the late Keith for 60 years. Loving mother of Scott and Bill. Loved sister of Linda Burnett (Alex) and brother Lloyd Scott (Lynda). Predeceased by her parents Arthur and Margaret Scott. At Doris’s request, there will be no…

DEBOER, Grace (Geesje)

June 25, 1937 - July 15, 2025

It is with both sadness and gratitude for a life so well lived that we announce the peaceful passing of our dear mother, Grace (Geesje) DeBoer, on July 15, 2025. Just hours before beginning her next journey, she was doing what she loved most, in the place she cherished – her home of 50 years…

McPHEE, James Cameron “Jim”

Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 in his 75th year. Cherished father of Amanda (Bobby) Phillips, and Valerie McPhee. Adored grandfather of Archer and Oscar Phillips. Dear brother of John (Elaine) McPhee, Neil McPhee, Doris McKee, and Marj (Dan) Allen. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Duncan and Margaret…

MATHER, Christine Kyle

May 24, 1929 - July 16, 2025

Died in the peace of Christ on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at St. Joseph’s Health Centre in Guelph, in her 97th year. A truly remarkable woman, Christine was a distinguished administrator, revered musicologist, and gifted bassoonist whose pioneering spirit left an indelible mark on music education across Canada. Born in York on May 24, 1929,…

CASTALDI, Diana Doris

Passed away peacefully at Louise Marshall Hospital on Sunday, July 20, 2025 in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of the late Daniel “Dan” Joseph Castaldi. Loving mother of Tracy Hughes, Christopher Hughes and his wife Laura; and grandmother of Madison. Stepmother of Darlene, Cindy, James and Danielle. Dear sister of John (David) Stokoe. Fondly remembered…