Peacefully at home, surrounded by the love of family, on Monday, June 2nd, 2025. Cherished husband of Gwen (Rundle) for 65 years—a testament to a life built on love, commitment, and faith. Devoted father to Dan, Kevin, John, and Ann-Marie (Manny). Proud grandfather to Kaitlyn, Brooke Goodfellow, and Erika (Rob) Boyes. His grand-puppies Tasha and…
MARTIN, Ted (Edward)
Passed away suddenly at Groves Memorial Hospital, Fergus, on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at the age of 65. Left to mourn is his wife of nearly 38 years, Brenda Martin (Rock). Will be missed by sister Irma (Phil) Leming and their sons Tristan and Kyle; brother Ken; sisters-in-law Margaret and her sons Wesley, Robert and…
PRONK, Corrie
Cornelia ‘Corrie’ Elizabeth Pronk passed away at Palmerston & District Hospital on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 in her 86th year. Wife of the late Martin Pronk, and devoted mother of Marte (and Joanne), Stef (and Carly), Art (and Lindsay), John (and Maureen), and Mike (and Serena). Oma to Andrew (and Brittney), Tyler (and Leah), Nic…
NORRIS, Robert B.
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Robert Brian Norris announce his passing on June 7th, 2025 at the age of 94. Robert is predeceased by his wife of 67 years, Marion (nee Wittich) (2020). Loving father of Julie (Karl) Hamilton, Carol (Paul) Hooper, Brenda (David) Guthrie, Brian (Julie Cantin) and Sharon Ninaber.…
DYCE, Les
Of Mount Forest passed away surrounded by the love of his family at the Grand River Hospital, Kitchener on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at the age of 73. Beloved husband of Rosemary (Heffernan) for 55 years. Dear father of Glenn and Tracy Dyce and Rob and Deanna Dyce all of Arthur. Cherished grandfather of Gage…
KLAASSEN, Gordon
Of Drayton went home to be with his Lord on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Adriana (Tinholt) Klaassen for 58 years. Dear father of the late Corina Ann Klaassen (2017) and Chris Klaassen of London. Loving grandfather of Josh Klaassen of Leamington, Leighia Chapman-Klaassen (Jonny) of Winnipeg, Ashley Chapman-Klaassen…
BLACKWELL, Donna
Our hearts are broken as we announce the sudden passing of Donna Marie Blackwell from a short battle with cancer, after a long and well-lived life. One of the original ‘valley girls’ she was born in the village of Grand Valley, grew-up on the family farm close to town, attended school, met her future husband…
PATENAUDE, Raymond “Ray”
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Raymond Patenaude Sr., a devoted husband, proud father, grandfather, great-grandfather, passionate gardener, and avid motorcycle enthusiast. He passed away peacefully on June 1 at the age of 75, surrounded by the love of his family. He leaves behind his wife of 49 years, Suzanne; his children, Carol…
DODDS, Shirley Marie (née Rawn)
Of RR#3 Durham, Shirley passed away at the Louise Marshall Hospital, Mount Forest, on Friday, June 6, 2025 in her 94th year. Predeceased by her beloved husband Hugh Dodds (2015), and son Wayne Dodds (2013). Loved mother of Allan Dodds and wife Marlene of Lisle, Joyce Barrette and husband Jay of Kitchener; and mother-in-law of…
BAXTER, William “Bill” John
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Bill Baxter on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at Groves Memorial Hospital in Fergus, with his family by his side. Bill was the beloved husband of Carol (née Fitches) for 62 ½ years, a true partnership filled with love and devotion. He was a…
