Robert “Bob” Allan, age 85, of Goderich, Ontario, passed away on November 28, 2022, while in care in Chatham, Ontario. Bob was born June 21, 1937, in Port Arthur (Thunder Bay). He was predeceased by his wife Elizabeth Louise “Betty” Allan (nee Allen), parents Winnifred and Robert Allan, sisters Betty (Ron) Rainville, Dorothy Dozak, and… Continue Reading

Saulkalns, Alice (nee Daly) Alice Saulkalns passed away peacefully on November 28, 2022 at the age of 91. Pre deceased by her husband and the love of her life Eric and her 3 precious labrador retrievers, Alice will be dearly missed by her loving daughter Erica (Brian) Moody and son Rolf (Jude). She was grandma… Continue Reading

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Jane Ladd (Allin), beloved Mother, Grandmother, Sister and Aunt, on November 23, 2022 at the Stratford General Hospital. Her greatest joy were her children – Chris, Kathy (Jim) Dykstra, Bob, Ron and Michael (partner Michelle Irwin) and her grandchildren Melissa (Timmy McGrath), Hannah,… Continue Reading

Peacefully on Wednesday November 16, 2022 in his 101st year, at Maitland Manor, Goderich. Predeceased by his wife Elizabeth (1967) and second wife Margaret (2008), his parents Elmer and Lottie Alton, sister Elmira (2012) and brother in-law Gordon Finnigan. At the request of Russell there will be no funeral home visitation.  A Memorial Service will be… Continue Reading

Deborah Marie Armstrong of Goderich, Ontario, age 60, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 16th after a brave battle with cancer. She was born on January 17, 1962, daughter of Jim and Marion MacDonald of Inverness, NS. Debbie is survived by her loving husband of 26 years, Stuart and sons Brandon and Liam… Continue Reading

Shirley Dustow, formerly of Colborne Township, passed away peacefully at Bluewater Rest Home Zurich, Ontario on Sunday November 13, 2022 in her 92nd year. She married her late husband Gerald Dustow of Colborne Township October 31st 1951, living on the farm where he had been born and raised. They had 69 wonderful years of marriage…. Continue Reading

Andy was a much-loved brother to Peter (Carol), Joanne and Angela. And uncle to Shawn, Joshua and Amelia. He was predeceased by both parents, Peter and Johanna, his sister, Theresa, and his beloved pooch, Casey.Andy passed suddenly at his home. He spent years turning his farm into his own little paradise. Andy worked 42 years… Continue Reading

At Alexandra Marine and General Hospital on Saturday November 5, 2022. John Buchanan of Goderich in his 85th year. Beloved husband of the late Diane (Vanderburgh) Buchanan (2003). Loving father of Deborah (Bruce) Brindley, Michele (Ray) Aubut, Joanne (Clayton) Downs and Matthew (Leila) Buchanan. Dear grandfather of 9 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Sadly missed… Continue Reading

Peacefully on October 31 in 2022, at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital in Goderich, Maria Gerdes passed away in her 87th year. Her late husband, Gerhard (Gerry) Gerdes, married her in Germany in 1958, giving them a wonderful 62 years of marriage. Together they raised their four children, Marianne McIsaac, Bernie (Louise) Gerdes, Fred (Annette)… Continue Reading

Arthur passed away on October 30, 2022. Predeceased by his parents, Fred and Laura of Goderich, sister Marjorie and her husband Clayton Powell of London. Survived by his brother Bob, his wife Jan of Kitchener. His niece Laura and husband John Ferland, and their children Jessie and John and his nephew Rob and wife Carol… Continue Reading

Glenn, Robert (Bob) age 81 formally of Goderich, passed away peacefully with family at his bedside on Oct 28th at Mount Nemo Christian Nursing Home. Bob was born on September 14, 1941, the son of Goldwin and Beryl Glenn of Exeter. Older brother to sister’s Marion Simpson and Barb Thomson and predeceased by brother Bill.Bob… Continue Reading

It is with heavy hearts that we announce that Yvonne Pentland peacefully passed away after a brief illness on Oct 19th 2022 in Brussels. She was 87 years old and had lived most of her life on the farm near the Nile. Her greeting committee on the other side includes her loving husband and best… Continue Reading

Peacefully with his family by his side, at Alexandra Marine & General Hospital on Monday October 17, 2022. Robert Paul Moss of Goderich in his 82nd year. Beloved husband of the late Barbara Moss (2015). Loving father of Kevin & Lisa Moss, Heather & Justin Regier, Brenda & Ryan Grigg. Dear grandpa of Tyler, Sara,… Continue Reading

Albert Sikma passed away peacefully on October 15, 2022, nine days into his 89th year. He was born on October 6, 1934, in Oisterwijk, the Netherlands, the second youngest of nine children and was known as “Appie” to his friends and family. As a teen, he attended technical school at the Philips Bedrijfsschool in Eindhoven…. Continue Reading

Passed away peacefully at the Alexandra Marine & General Hospital, Goderich on Friday October 14, 2022 in her 93rd year. Predeceased by her husband Clement Desjardins (1996). Lovingly remembered by her children William (Nancy), Vera Kelly (John) and Robert (Pat). Fondly remembered by 10 grand children, 16 great grand children, 4 great great grand children… Continue Reading

With profound sadness, the family of Arlene Timmins announce her unexpected passing on October 14, 2022. Arlene was born in Windsor, Ontario, the first born child of Fred and Marjorie Hayward. Next came her beloved siblings, Elaine and Fred, and the family eventually made their way to London. Arlene excelled at school and by the… Continue Reading

Loving partner of Lynn Crawford of Sarnia. Suddenly passed away on October 5th but not without a good fight. Survived by his sisters Wendy Luxford, Lisa Spencer and predeceased by brothers Donald Russell, Randy Hodkinson. Leaving behind kids Donald Hodkinson & Amy Hodkinson, Thomas Nelson, Tim Hodkinson & Debbie Lawrence, Mike Pletsch, Jenna Kennedy &… Continue Reading

It is with broken hearts the family of Alan T. Smith (Smitty) announce his passing on Monday October 3, 2022.Al is survived by his wife and true companion of 30 years Wanda Smith (Million). He is also survived by his children Kristy (Jake) Cayer, Ali (Leith) Morrison and Jeremy (Tracey) Smith. Beloved Papa/Grampa to Leah,… Continue Reading

Doris Bennett passed away on Saturday October 1, 2022 in her 95th year. Predeceased by her husband Melvin ( 1980). Loving mother of Marlene Brall (Fred), and Joan Prest (Jamie). Cherished Grandmother of Melissa Stark (Conan) and Jeff Brall (Tara). Great Grandmother of Norah, Amelia, Stella and Rosie. Remembered by her special friend Becky many… Continue Reading

At Maitland Manor, Goderich on Wednesday September 28, 2022. Marg Cook formerly of Guelph in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late Frank Cook (1980). Loving mother of Cathy (Jim) Cooper of Kincardine, Karen (Dave) Waterfield of Goderich. Dear Grama of Michelle (Jon) Fry, Matthew (Michelle) Cooper, Amanda (Ken) Beaubien, Kyle (Shannon) Bartley and… Continue Reading

Richard (Dick) Littlechild, in his 85th year, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on September 27th, at the Stratford General Hospital. Richard dedicated his life on the Great Lakes as a Sailor. He was an outdoors man, and loved to work with wood, and “tinker” in his garage. He will be missed by many… Continue Reading

Passed unexpectedly at Goderich Hospital on September 24, 2022 at the age of 64. Survived by his mother Margaret Stewart of Exeter, sister Sylvia (Vic) Post of Edmonton, brother Robert Stewart of Waterloo, sister Donna (Dave) Van Allen of Millbank, sister-in-law Deb Stewart of Russeldale, nieces Rachel Van Allen, Sarah (Ben) De Kleer and nephew… Continue Reading

Allan Durnin of Goderich passed away peacefully at age 79 on September 24th, 2022. Allan was born in Goderich, Ontario to Helen (McCabe) and Joseph Durnin. Allan sailed the Great Lakes as well as worked at the Goderich Elevators for 40 years. He carried his love for the Goderich beach, taking daily drives. Allan is… Continue Reading

Peacefully on Tuesday September 13, 2022 at the Alexandra Marine & General Hospital, Goderich at the age 78.Predeceased by her husband Charlie (2016). Lovingly remembered by her children Charlene (Stan) and Chris (Sherry). Proud Grand Mother of Justine, Tylor, Travis, Holly, Kiana and Ryan. Survived by her sister Ethel Adams, sister in law Marjorie Martin… Continue Reading

With sorrow we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved mother Eleanor Graham on September 8, 2022, at the age of 90. Eleanor is survived by her children Robert Graham, Wayne (Sharon) Graham, and Karen Graham, siblings Vivian (Laird) Schilbe, Marie (Kip) White, and Norman (Lucille) Glenn. Eleanor is predeceased by her husband Jim Graham,… Continue Reading