Obituaries

ROWLEY, William Vernon “Bill” – Of Rosemont, formerly of Conn, passed away unexpectedly at Waterloo Regional Health Network on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at the age of 78. Beloved husband of the late Sarah Alice “Sally” (née Grosbeck) Rowley (who predeceased him exactly 20 years ago this week). Loved father of Lisa (Peter) Keller of Mount Forest, Floyd (Diana) of Rosemont, Rodney of Rosemont, and Jason (Michelle) of Mount Forest. Dear grandfather of Shayla, Aylee, Grace (Cameron), ... [more]

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DANIELS, Shirley Anne – Passed away peacefully at Groves Memorial Community Hospital on Saturday, April 26, 2025 in her 99^th year. 

Loving mother of Gary Daniels and his wife Marg and mother-in-law of Barb Daniels and Victor Chinnock. Cherished grandmother of Michelle, Shannon (Jason), Shawn (Teresa), Chris (Nancy), Cara (Theresa), Matt, Justin, great-grandmother of 17 and great-great-grandmother of three. ... [more]

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WILSON, Kent William – Passed away peacefully at Louise Marshall Hospital, Mount Forest, on Friday, April 25, 2025 in his 65^th year. Beloved husband of Bonnie Wilson (née McDougall) for 41 years. Dear father of Paul Wilson and his wife Amanda, Christopher Wilson and his wife Brenda, and Raymond Wilson and his wife Alyssa. Loving Grandpa of Kaysha, Chloe, Olivia, Avery, Amelia, Ethan, William, Brooklynn, and Violet. Kent will be missed by his siblings: Mabel Rodgers, ... [more]

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HINDLEY (FAGAN), Michael Victor - The family of Michael Victor Hindley (formerly known as Michael Victor Fagan) of Mount Forest, Ontario are saddened to announce his passing at home of natural causes on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at the age of 76 years. 

He is remembered by his children Carole-Ann (Carey) Petrella and Sean-Thomas Fagan (Karyn), his three grandchildren (Tyler, Cole and Claire), his sister Beryl Livingston (Bill), his brother Leonard and by his friends. Michael ... [more]

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BROWN, Mary “Pauline” – 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 Forest. Remembered dearly by her grandchildren Adam, Jesse and Betty-Ann, and great-grandchildren. Survived by her sister-in-law ... [more]

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BOUWERS, John Bert – It is with heavy hearts we announce John’s sudden passing at Waterloo Regional Health Networks, Kitchener on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 in his 73rd year. 

Beloved husband of Marlene (née Wrenn) of 48 years. Loving father of Emily (Mark) Bye, and Christopher Bouwers (Anastasiya Filatava). Adored Papa of Isabel, Russell and Abigail, and Opa of Sophia, Yan and another arriving in July. Dear brother of Eda Steringa, Jennie Geerlinks, Hendrik Bouwers ... [more]

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DAVIDSON, Louanne Adela – Passed away peacefully at Strathcona Long Term Care, Mount Forest, on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 in her 95^th year. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Allan Davidson (1994). Loving mother Peter (Brenda) Davidson, Susan (Alfie) Jaconelli, and Jeffrey Davidson. Dear Nana of Kelly (Adrian) Schuller, Mark (Katie) Davidson, and Sarah Jaconelli (Ryan Furnish), and great-Nana of Jacob, Joshua, Ashley and Blair. Fondly remembered by sisters-in-law Connie ... [more]

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GERVAIS, Joyce Marie – Passed away peacefully at Royal Terrace on Friday, March 21, 2025 in her 89^th year. 

Adored grandmother and great-grandmother of Josh Henshaw and his children Arizona-Grace and Izzabelle; and Matthew Henshaw (Ashley) and their children Joshua and Easton. Lovingly remembered by Tygr Cummings. Sister of Donna McMullan, Linda Robertson (Harold) and honorary sister Georgena Benson. Fondly ... [more]

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MERCANTI, Lynn Diane – Passed away at Strathcona Long Term Care on Saturday, March 15, 2025 at the age of 58. Beloved foster daughter of Alfhild Neabel (Stuart Wilson). Lynn is lovingly remembered by her extended family and friends. 

The family would like to thank the staff at Strathcona Long Term Care for their love and compassion. 

A celebration of Lynn’s life will be held at Knox Presbyterian Church, 8015 Highway 89, Conn, on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at ... [more]

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GIBSON, Ron – Passed away peacefully at his residence on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 in his 70^th year. Cherished husband of Heather Gibson for 50 years. Loving father of Amanda van Tol (Ben), Jason Gibson (Cindy Hawke), and Jeremy Gibson (Samantha). Adored grandfather of Tucker, Tori, Bella, Taylor, Ava, Sophia, Amelia, Jordan, Mikayla and Taylor; and great-grandfather of Ainsley, Oakley, Easton, Emmett and Nixon. Ron is survived by his siblings: Paul (Sharon), Jack (Cindy), ... [more]

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MARSHALL, R. Bradley “Brad” – After a brave battle with cancer, Brad passed away peacefully at Louise Marshall Hospital on Monday, February 24, 2025 at the age of 57. 

Loving son of Doreen (née Short) and the late Robert Marshall. Dear brother of Cheryl Marshall and her husband Terry Caldwell. Survived by his niece Kaitlin Zolnai, niece-in-law ... [more]

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VASEY, Peggy Lilian – Passed away peacefully at Wellington Terrace, Fergus, on Saturday, February 15, 2025 in her 94^th year. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Garnett Vasey (2018). Dear mother of Glenn (Debbie), Susan (Robin), Scott (Denise), and Mark (Patti). Proud grandmother of Joel (Shannon), Jason (Sophie), Amanda (Corey), Alannah (Michael), Curtis, and Bret (Ashley). Loving great-grandmother of Tyler, Kayla, Jackson, Thomas, Ryan, Avaree, Brayden, Bridget, ... [more]

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KINGSLAND, Daniel “Dan” - Peacefully at his home on Sunday, February 9, 2025 in his 65^th year. Beloved husband of Ina Allan. Loving father of Krista Kingsland (James Thompson), Mitchell Kingsland, and Jamie Allan (Julie). He will be missed by his grandchildren Lexus, Cooper, and Isla, and another on the way! Dan is fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews: Eric Kingsland, Kathryn Kingsland (her son Ozzie), and Richelle Kingsland; step-sisters Michelle Gronc (Richie) ... [more]

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WALSTER, David Kenneth - Suddenly on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at the age of 51 years. 

Beloved husband of Tammy for 20 years. Loving father of Kiersten Amorim (Ryan), Carter Ferrier (McKaila), Simon Walster, Josie Condon, Teresa Joncas, Tyler Walster, and Chad Walster (Katie). David will be missed by his grandchildren Maverick, Jax, and looking forward to another on the way! Loving son of Diane Walster (late Ralph). Dear brother of Charlene Saunders (Rob), Sheila Walster ... [more]

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HOGG, John “Boss” – Peacefully, with family by his side at the Louise Marshall Hospital, on Saturday, February 1, 2025 in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Lynda for 57 years. Loving father of Jeff Hogg (Melissa Cooper), Jennifer Grisdale (Joey), and Jeremy Hogg (Kelly). Adored grandfather of Ethan, Chelsey, Noah, Alex, Justin, Tyson, and Shawn. John will be missed by his siblings: Carrol Sherman (late Jerry), Larry Hogg,  Lynn Hogg, his nephews: Jerry Sherman, Barret Sherman, ... [more]

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MULHALL, Anita Marie Cecilia – Anita was welcomed into Heaven and into the loving arms of her parents on Monday, January 27, 2025 at the age of 52. Beloved daughter of the late Patrick and Georgina Mulhall. Anita is dearly loved and remembered by her many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. 

Anita was a long-time resident of Strathcona Long Term Care and made many friends during her time there. The family would like to thank the staff of Strathcona for their kindness ... [more]

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GRAFE, Irene – Irene’s final wish was realized when she passed away at her beloved home, surrounded by family, on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at the age of 103. Cherished wife of the late Otto Grafe (1981). Loving mother of Marion Kukasch (Eduard) of Alberta, Ria Grummett of Owen Sound, Ilona Henderson of Owen Sound, Bernhard Grafe (Wendy) of Sunderland, Reinhard Grafe (Yvonne) of Oshawa, Norma Grafe of Owen Sound, Eva Boelke (Harald) of Harriston, and mother-in-law of Helmut ... [more]

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LEMBKE, Murray Edgar – Passed away peacefully with family by his side on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at Strathcona Long Term Care in his 80^th year. 

Cherished husband of Rosalyn Lembke (nee Greenwood) for 61 years. Loving father of Debra Lembke of Port Elgin, Lori Fitzpatrick of California, and Jason Lembke of Markdale. Predeceased by his beloved son, Gregory Lembke (1992). Dear grandfather of David Lembke, Keegan and Everett Fitzpatrick, Ethan, Cade and Alexiis ... [more]

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GILLARD, Danny “Dan” – Passed away unexpectedly at his residence in Moorefield on Friday, January 17, 2025 at the age of 64. Beloved husband of Cecile Gillard. Loving step-father of Guy (Connie) Jette, Daniel Jette (Tricia McGlashan), and Denis Jette (Moira Arsenault). Remembered by 10 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Dear brother of Sandra, Peggy, Tony and the late Kenneth. Predeceased by his parents Harold and Geraldine. 

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PONSEN, Emmy – After a lengthy illness, Emmy passed away peacefully at Palmerston Hospital on Thursday, January 9, 2025 in her 87^th year. 

Predeceased by her beloved husband, Frans “Frank” Ponsen (2023). Loving mother of Marion Meyer, Jos Meyer (Mariet), Lucy van den Bosch (Kees), and Petra Gunterman (Marcel); and step-mother of Frances Egerton (Doug), and Jackie Martin (Dave). Sadly missed by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

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THOMPSON, James Ernest “Jim” – Passed away peacefully at his home, after a lengthy illness on Wednesday, January 1, 2025 with his loving family by his side at the age of 64. 

Loving son of Irene “Bubbles” Thompson. Dear brother of Sandra Smith, and Lorri Burns and her husband Matt. Cherished uncle of Ashley Smith, Matthew Burns and his wife Jaylene, Dalton Burns, and Emily Burns. Predeceased by his father Lennard Thompson. 

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READ, Leona Margaret – Passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 22, 2024 in her 96^th year at Maitland Manor Long Term Care, Goderich.  She had previously lived in Mount Forest, Mississauga, Sault Ste. Marie, and on St. Joseph Island.

Predeceased by her cherished husband, Ernest “Ernie” Read (2020). Beloved mother of Stephen Read (Katherine), Colleen McGregor (Hugh), and Heather Emery (John). Loving grandmother of nine grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. ... [more]

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MacMILLAN, Paul Sylvester - Of Mount Forest, passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 in his 78^th year at Grand River Hospital surrounded by his loved ones.

Paul was born on July 3, 1947 to Patrick and Evelyn MacMillan (née McGrath) of Glenelg Township. He married the love of his life Mary (née Braun) on August 14, 1971. They lived in Mount Forest for the past 54 years, raised three children, and created a beautiful life together. Paul is survived by his wife ... [more]

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WILLIAMSON, Marguerite Isabel “Marg” – Passed away peacefully at Strathcona Long Term Care on Wednesday, December 4, 2024 in her 90^th year. Marg is reunited with her husband of 65 years and best friend, Laverne “Vern” Williamson (2019). 

Marg was the proud and loving mother of Eileen Holliday and her late husband Ralph (2009) of Mount Forest, and Dianne and her husband Bruce Leibold of Markham. 

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DUNCAN, Pauline – Passed away peacefully at the Louise Marshall Hospital on Thursday, November 28, 2024 in her 87^th year. Beloved wife of the late Ronald “Ron” Duncan (2016). Cherished mother of Pam Duncan (Bob Alexander), Paula (Chuck) Bye, Brian (Janice) Duncan and Larry Duncan (Jill Fitzgeorge). Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren and their families. Dear sister of Glen Orr (late Luella). Predeceased by her parents Melville and Clara Orr. 

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