With deep sadness, we announce that Pauline passed away peacefully but unexpectedly at the Louise Marshall Hospital on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at the age of 96. Pauline is predeceased by her beloved husband of 50 years, Kenneth Brown (2002). Loving mother of Sharon Brown and her husband Robert Roller, and Gary Brown, of Mount…
CHILTON, Rita Marie (nee Smith)
July 10, 1948 - April 4, 2025
It’s with great sadness that we share the news of Marie’s peaceful passing at Hospice Wellington and the age of 76. Born in Toronto on July 10, 1948, she was predeceased by her loving husband of 47 years, Ronald Charles Chilton and her parents Mervyn and Theresa Smith. Marie will be deeply missed by her…
CONRAD, Clarona
It is with heartfelt sadness that the family announces the passing of Clarona Conrad on Sunday, April 13, 2025, nine days before her 88th birthday. Beloved wife of Lester for 63 years. Loving mother of Cathy Conrad, Linda Preston (Wayne), Carl Conrad (Diana), Paul Conrad (Michele Miller), and Sharon Otsuka (Haru). Adored Grandma of Jim,…
DUNSMORE, Neil Thomson
December 5, 1934 - March 29, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Neil Thomson Dunsmore, who passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, March 29, 2025, at the age of 90 years. Predeceased by his beloved wife Catherine of 65 years, Neil leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion to his family. He was…
KRAEMER, Patrick
Patrick Joesph Kraemer passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, age 60. Survived by the love of his life, his wife Kathy Mortimer. A true partner in family, hiking, camping, adventure, house renovations, eradicating invasive species on their property in Creemore, canning, large family gatherings, celebration of all the holidays and great parties with friends.…
VAN ANKUM, George
of Drayton In His gracious providence and perfect timing, the Lord called home His servant, George Van Ankum on April 4th, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Alice Van Ankum (2021) for 58 years. Cherished father of Janet and Dan Scheele of Woodstock, Doreen and Maarten Kenter of Woodstock, Carol and Gord Vellenga of Paris,…
DUFFIELD, Joyce Marilyn
August 23, 1944 - April 2, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, Joyce Marilyn Duffield, who left us on April 2, 2025, in her 81st year. Born on August 23, 1944, Joyce was a woman whose selflessness, optimism, kindness, and generosity touched countless lives. Predeceased by her best…
OAKES, Ken
Sadly, we announce the peaceful passing of Ken Oakes on April 5th 2025, at the age of 98 and ¾. Predeceased by his sister, Dorothy Comfort, and survived by his three nieces, Bev Comfort (Jim Craig), Sharon Fletcher, and Linda Myers (Bob). At the age of 15, Ken was hired by Oustic Telephone Company. He…
BABINEAU, Leone Marion Alice (nee Howey)
In her 89th year she passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus at Groves Memorial Hospital, Fergus on Tuesday March 25th, 2025. She is the beloved wife of Larrimore Duval Babineau in their 65th year of marriage. Loving and devoted mother to Mark, Michael (Rose), Susan (Howie), and Cindy (Mike). Proud and devoted grandmother to…
VON WESTERHOLT, Elma
September 1, 1922 - April 1, 2025
Elisabeth Margarete ‘Elma’ (von Luettichau) von Westerholt passed away peacefully at Strathcona Long Term Care in Mount Forest on April 1, 2025 in her 103rd year. She was predeceased by her husband Karl von Westerholt, Germany and her siblings Ottilie Menzel and Job-Hanibal von Luettichau. She will be missed by her sons Hubertus (Juliane) and…