Peacefully, surrounded by his family at the South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Saturday, March 18, 2023 at the age of 93. Long-time resident of Bayfield and formerly of Zurich and Grand Bend. Loving husband of Moira (Doyle) Wallace for almost 70 years. Beloved father of Andrew Wallace (Taehyun Ahn) of Toronto, and Deirdre Denholm (Gregg)… Continue Reading

Unexpectedly at his home on March 8, 2023 of Owen Sound and formerly of Huron Park at the age of 66. Dear brother of Linda Haggitt and Michael of Zurich. Loving Uncle of Nathan Haggitt (Brandi French) and children Sylivanne, Thomas, and Breleigh; and Victoria Haggitt (Zach Smith). Predeceased by parents Eileen and Russell Jones…. Continue Reading

Frank Soudant passed away suddenly on March 11,2023 in his 86th year with his family by his side at Exeter hospital.  He will be dearly missed by his wife Elizabeth (Libby), his daughter and son-in-law Pollyanna and Todd Becker; his son and daughter in-law Aaron and Brigette Soudant.  Forever loved by his grandchildren Dylan Becker,… Continue Reading

Joan Mary Ducharme of Zurich, died on February 19, 2023 at the age of 80, from a very unexpectedly quick, and brave surrender to cancer. Final days were spent in comfort with family at Jessica’s House in Exeter.    Dedicated wife of Pauly Ducharme for over 60 years. Loving mother to son Darcy, his wife… Continue Reading

Passed away peacefully at Seasons Retirement Community, Strathroy, on Friday, January 27, 2023 at the age of 95. Predeceased by his loving wife Doris “Dodie” (Armitage) Eickmeier. Survived by his two sons Ronald and Nancy of Brantford and Robert and Marisa of Hamilton and six grandchildren Daniel, Oliver, Kathryn, Meagan, Caralyn, and William. Predeceased by… Continue Reading

Peacefully at McGarrell Place, London on January 27, 2023 of London and formerly of Grand Bend in his 81st year. Dear husband of Virginia (Putherbough) Guillet for over 36 years. Missed by Cary, Yvette (Kenji), Shaun (Tracy), Todd (Kim), and Ryan (Deb), and their children; Ethan, Ayanoh, Sam, Zach, Sarah, Emma, Mila and London. Dear  brother-in-law… Continue Reading

Unexpectedly, at LHSC – Victoria Hospital on Saturday, January 21, 2023 of Zurich at the age of 72. Cherished husband of Janet (Meidinger) McKinnon for over 48 years. Proud father of Danielle and Steve McInally, and Kris “Parker” and Jenny McKinnon. Adored grandpa of Keegan, Karsyn, Liam, Hope, Connor, and Faith. Dear brother and brother-in-law… Continue Reading

Peacefully, surrounded by her family at Blue Water Rest Home, on January 19, 2023 of Zurich at the age of 87. Adored wife of John Steckle for 67 years. Loved mother of Ken Steckle (Virginia) of Bayfield, Kathryn Moritz (Lloyd) of Fresno, California, Douglas Steckle of Hamilton, and Lori James (Darryl) of Saskatoon,Saskatchewan. Proud grandma… Continue Reading

Peacefully at Jessica’s House with her loving family by her side on Friday, January 6, 2023, Monica Joan Anne Bedard of Zurich in her 75th year. Leaving to mourn, her husband Larry, children Collette (Jason) Van Haarlem, Andrew (Amy) Bedard, grandchildren Jasmine (Greg) Gielen, Courteney, Shae (Dustin Mathonia) Van Haarlem, Adrie, and Henry Bedard, and… Continue Reading

Alice M. Thiel passed away peacefully in her home in Zurich on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 in her 106th year. She was the beloved wife of the late Earl Thiel (1961). Alice was one of five children of Clara (Rader) and John Decher of Zurich and was a lifelong member of the Zurich community. Cherished… Continue Reading

Passed away suddenly at South Huron Hospital on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at the age of 78. Beloved husband of Sharen (Bloch) Schroeder for 59 years. Cherished father of Victoria Grace and Mike Ducharme, and Kelli Leeanne Consitt. Adored grandfather of Corey and Jessika, Brent and Brittany, Kristofer and Kristen; Mitchell and Alexa; great-grandfather of… Continue Reading

Allan “Brokie” Henry Brokenshire passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, surrounded by his loving wife, children and grandchildren, who he adored more than anything in the world.  Loving husband of Sharon (Cleave) Brokenshire for 55 years. Proud father of Jodi (Dale) Port, and Natalie Brokenshire. Adoring Papa to his precious grandchildren Zoe, and… Continue Reading

Peacefully surrounded by the love of her family at Blue Water Rest Home on October 22, 2022 of Zurich at the age of 94. Beloved wife of the late Clem Regier (2009) for 61 years. Loving mother and mother-in-law of David (1997) and Joanne, Bonnie and Pete, Dennis and Lorraine, Jim and Marlene, Ken and… Continue Reading

Peter Lawrence Joseph Sr., at the age of 81 passed away peacefully with family by his side on Monday, September 26, 2022. Survived by the love of his life for 62 years, Theresa (Ducharme) Bedard. Dad / Pops to Terry (Lois St-Louis), Denise & Daryl De Fehr, Peter Jr & Linda, Steve & Shelley, Colleen… Continue Reading

September 21, 1940 – September 19, 2022 Passed away peacefully at Lisaard House, Cambridge, ON on Monday, September 19, 2022, just shy of her 82nd birthday. Beloved wife of the late Calvin Gingerich (2009) for over 45 years. Cherished mother of Anita and the late Duane (2015) Boles of Waterloo, and the late Bonnie Gingerich… Continue Reading

Passed away peacefully at Blue Water Rest Home on Sunday, September 18, 2022 of Zurich at the age of 87. Beloved wife of the late Harold Dietrich (2017). Cherished mother of the late Kevin Dietrich (2015), Randy and Marlene Dietrich of Grand Bend, Jim and Denise Dietrich of Zurich, Lorraine and Jeff Forrester of Zurich,… Continue Reading

“Sleep pretty darling, do not cry. And I will sing a lullaby.” – Paul McCartney Our beautiful mama is at peace, and while our hearts are filled with an extraordinary sadness, we express a deep gratitude for the life of Kathleen Anne Neilands. Kathleen was born to the late Margaret and John Henderson in Hensall,… Continue Reading

Peacefully at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital, Goderich on Wednesday, August 31, 2022 of Clinton, in his 95th year. Cherished father of Jim and Betty Dickey, and Dianne Dickey. Grandfather of Cassandra and his great-grandchildren. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Janice Adkins, Donald and Diane Adkins. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, and his special… Continue Reading

Peacefully at Huron Hospice with her loving husband by her side on Thursday, August 4, 2022 of Bayfield, formerly of Woodstock at the age of 65. Cherished and devoted wife of Stephen Reesor for over 11 years. Proud mother of Matt and Alexa Takacs, Victoria Takacs and Andrew Munns, Neil and Cheryl Reesor, and Matthew… Continue Reading

Peacefully at Blue Water Rest Home, Zurch on Friday, June 17, 2022 of Zurich at the age of 86. Beloved wife of the late Lloyd Denomme (2001). Cherish mother of Michael (Norma), Perry (Julie), Robert and Richard. Loving meme of Curtis (Ingrid), Kyle (Sarah), Joseph and Jennifer. Dear sister of Theresa Regier, Stephen Meidinger (Patricia),… Continue Reading

It is with much regret and deep sorrow that the family of David Andrew Watkins announce his passing on Monday June 13th, 2022. He passed peacefully in his favourite chair with his family beside him.  Dave was born February 24, 1938 on the farm near Avonmore, eldest son of Glyn and Elizabeth. He had three sisters; Elizabeth,… Continue Reading

Roberta passed away peacefully at Jessica’s House, Exeter on Monday, June 13, 2022 of Hensall in her 87th year.  She was born in Aberdeen, Scotland on May 6, 1936. Predeceased by her husband of 55 years Robert Shepherd (2021).  She is survived by hers sons Stuart (Madeline) Shepherd of Zurich, and Michael Shepherd of Hensall. … Continue Reading

Elsie Mary Usherwood, age 85 passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, June 12, 2022 at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital Goderich, Ontario, as a result of complications from Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.  Elsie was born on March 30, 1937 in Stepney, England to Eliza Mary and Frank Sydney Hyland. She is predeceased… Continue Reading

On May 2, 2022, Horst George Mathonia joined his beloved Maria (Hecht) and son Ralph in Heaven.  He left this world surrounded by the love of his family in his 93rd year. George came to Canada from Germany in 1952. He married Maria and brought her to Canada in 1957 and fulfilled his dream of… Continue Reading

Jesus said “today you will be with me in paradise” Passed away at LHSC- University Hospital as the sun rose on Easter Sunday morning, April 17, 2022, in his 81st year. Cherished husband and best friend of Jan (Cromie) Denomme for over 30 years. Proud father of Rhonda and Rick Guzik, Connie Denomme, Terry and… Continue Reading