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Obituaries

MORDEN, Winnie Keppel

Passed away peacefully at The Guelph General Hospital on Wednesday, September 25th at the age of 100. Winnie leaves behind her daughter Jane Foutain (Don) and her son William James Morden (Joan) and was predeceased by her daughter Mary Louise Dolmer in 2018 and by her husband Thomas Morden in 1987. She also leaves behind…

BRICE, John Edward

Peacefully left us for his next adventure on September 11, 2024 after a brief illness and his usual good fight. He was surrounded by his loving family. We are deeply grateful to the entire team at Wellington Terrace who nursed him back to health and treated him like a king. Thanks also to the staff…

DONKERSGOED, Harry

of Drayton passed away suddenly on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at the age of 61. Beloved husband and best friend of Pam (Emmerson) for 40 years. Cherished father of Tosha and Jamie Petznick of Drayton and Lauren and Travis Ruth of Owen Sound. Proud grandpa of Gus, Evelyn and Russell. Dear brother of Jerry Donkersgoed…

NEWMAN, Frances

Frances Ruth (Nickel) Newman passed away peacefully at her home in Clifford, surrounded by her family, on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, in her 85th year. Wife of the late Gerald Newman. Mother of Douglas & Jane Newman of Elora, Rosemary Newman & Blair Wightman of Clifford, Garfield & Laura Gini-Newman of Caledon East, Gail &…

JONKER, John Luke

August 20, 1965 - September 20, 2024

Matthew 11: 28, 29, “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.” John Luke (JL) passed away on the evening of September…

VERKINDT, Lillian, Jean

November 17, 1928 - September 22, 2024

Lillian slipped away peacefully on September 22, 2024 in her 96th year at home. Lillian cherished her family and will be missed by all who knew her. Lil always had a witty remark and a good presence of mind until the end of her journey. Lillian is remembered by her children Glenn (Rose), Gail (Doug),…

TAYLOR, Shaylan David

January 13, 1990 - July 30, 2024

Passed away in late July after a brief battle with Cancer. Loved by his Parents, GG and Pop’s, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and Friends. Shay was a provincial diving champion. Loved playing hockey, lacrosse, and football. A die-hard Winnipeg Jet’s, New England Patriots and cottage fan, where many shared family memories are. We have honoured Shay’s…

ZINK, Mary Georgina

October 28, 1933 - September 21, 2024

(1933 – 2024) Mary passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 21, 2024. As the window was opened, her spirit departed. Born October 28, 1933 to Ruth (Edwards) and David Bronson, of the Drayton area. Survived by her children Elaine (C. Stephen Thomson), Murray (Donna), Allen (Blossom), Barb (Keith McIntosh) as well as grandchildren (the BEST)…

ECCLES, A. Joan

Peacefully at the Louise Marshall Hospital on Saturday, August 17, 2024 in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Alvin Eccles (2018). Loving mother of Leslie Eccles and his wife Sheila of Conn, Patricia Eccles, Douglas Eccles, and Paul Eccles and his wife Carmen, all of Mount Forest. Proud grandmother of Stephanie, Ryan (Cara),…

TOBLER, Hans

Of Arthur passed away peacefully at his residence on Monday, July 29, 2024 in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of Verena (Mettler) of 57 years. Dear father of Hans Tobler Jr. of Verner, Regula Tobler (Martin) of Switzerland and Martin Tobler (Kristina) of Arthur. Grandfather of Vanessa (Aaron), Mathieu (Brittany), Valerie, the late Austin (Janelle), Tobias…