Obituaries

TROMMELEN, Margaret – Passed away peacefully and surrounded by family at the Palmerston and District Hospital on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 in her 89^th year. Beloved wife of Bert Trommelen for 69 wonderful years. Loving mother of Brenda Trommelen, Susan Stewart (James), Carolyn Trommelen (Allen Jones), Robert Trommelen (Brenda), Brian Trommelen (Connie Stockdale), Bruce Trommelen (Annette), and Laura Burns (Ray). Devoted and adored grandmother to her 22 grandchildren, ... [more]

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ROMANOWSKI, Ewald Erwin – It is with heavy hearts we announce Ewald’s sudden passing on Monday, September 16, 2024 at Louise Marshall Hospital at the age of 88. 

Beloved husband of Rosie Romanowski of 54 happy years. Loving father of Karl Romanowski, Erika Romanowski (Bryan Maier), and Richard Romanowski (Amy Noone). Proud grandfather of Connor and Kieran. Dear brother of Lydia Roth. Also survived by his nieces and ... [more]

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MAY, Bruce Donald – Peacefully, with family by his side at Strathcona Long Term Care on Thursday, September 12, 2024 in his 90^th year. Beloved husband of Patricia May (née Armstrong). Loving father of Terry Anne May-Thomson and her husband Peter Thomson. Survived by his sisters-in-law Dee Armstrong and Janet Rafuse. Predeceased by his parents Edward and Gladys May; in-laws Loane and Agnes Armstrong; siblings: Thelma (Hubert) Busch, Mildred (Victor) Busch, and George ... [more]

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NEAL, Donald Arthur – Peacefully at Guelph General Hospital on Monday, September 9, 2024 in his 86^th year. Cherished husband of Irene Neal for almost 60 wonderful years. Loving father of Michael (Brenda) of Arthur, and Shawn (Bobbi) of Hespeler. Dear grandfather of Tiffany (Chris), James, and Lauren. Don will be remembered fondly by his sister-in-law Corinne (Gordon) of Port Colbourne, special cousin Janet (Rolf) of Richmond Hill, and by nieces, ... [more]

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HOEHN, Fredrick John “Fred” – Passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, September 1, 2024 in his 84^th year. Cherished husband of Dianne Hoehn (née Hallman) for 60 years. Loving father of Suzanne (Allen) Morrison, Terry (Jennifer) Hoehn, and Penny (Jay) Lewis. Dear grandfather of Shannon (Craig) Wood, Evan Morrison, Erika Morrison, Ryanne Hoehn (Tyler Huitema), Caleb Hoehn, Blake (Elyse) Lewis, Cory Lewis (Yasemeen Iravani), and Will Lewis (Lovepreet Garewal); ... [more]

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WILLIAMS, Marcella – Passed away peacefully at Caressant Care, Harriston on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 in her 97^th year.

Beloved wife of the late Louis “Lou” Williams. Loving mother of Anne-Marie Noonan of Harriston, Donna and her husband Dave Meyer of Mount Forest, and Sheila and her husband Tom McDonald of Harriston. Adored grandmother of Sheri and her partner Matt, Chris and his wife Jesseline, Lisa and her husband Justin, Jamie and his partner Kelsey, ... [more]

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ECCLES, A. Joan – Peacefully at the Louise Marshall Hospital on Saturday, August 17, 2024 in her 90^th 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), Sandy, Nichole (Marc), Paula (Mark), Amanda (Paul), Connie (Rob), and Heidi (Travis) and great-grandmother of ... [more]

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NELSON, Irene Myrtle – Passed away peacefully at Strathcona Long Term Care on Thursday, August 8, 2024 in her 90^th year.

 Beloved wife of the late Irwin Nelson (2010). Loving mother of Bill Nelson his wife Lee and Laurie Moyer all of Mount Forest. Dear grandmother of Darryl Moyer, Brent Moyer and his wife Emily, Cory Kien and his wife Laura, Stuart Nelson and his wife Sara, Sandy Nelson and his wife Laura, and Drew Nelson and his wife Angela; and great-grandmother ... [more]

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WIDEMAN, Lester B. – Passed away peacefully on Monday, August 5, 2024 at his home in Mount Forest. Lester Wideman in his 69^th year. Beloved husband of Alice (Frey) Wideman. Loving father of Marlene and Lester Weber, Lorna and Marvin Gingrich of Mount Forest, Fern and Elam Bauman of Holstein, Rosanne and Leroy Weber of St. Jacobs, Maynard and Elaine Wideman of Mount Forest, Erla and Neil Bauman of Kenilworth, Vera and Elverne Martin of Mount Forest, Loretta and Mark Martin ... [more]

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CLARIDA, George Edward – With great sadness we announce the passing of George Clarida of Mount Forest surrounded by his family on Monday, July 29, 2024 in his 81^st year. 

Predeceased by his first wife, Clare Clarida (1968) and second wife, Marilyn Clarida (2022) of almost 53 years. Loving Dad of Wayne Clarida (Sue) of North Bay, Wayde Clarida (Lisa) of Callander, and Carrie Caudle ... [more]

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DEMCZUK, Donna Lynn – It is with heavy hearts, that we announce the passing of Donna at Louise Marshall Hospital on Sunday, July 28, 2024 in her 73^rd year. 

Beloved wife of Terry Demczuk of 54 years. Loving mother of Melanie Demczuk (John Cowie) and Tara (Todd) Worgan. Cherished Grandmother Taylor, Adam, Cameron and Kyle. Daughter of Marjorie DeGruchy. Sister of Cindy (Tibor) Galambos. Also survived by her nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her father ... [more]

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STERINGA, Johannes “John” Willem – It is with deep sadness, we announce that after a brief illness John passed away peacefully, at Strathcona Long Term Care, Mount Forest on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 in his 81^st year. 

Beloved son of the late Peter & Harmke Steringa. Survived by his brother Peter of Wetaskiwin, Alberta, sister Emily (Roger) Kelly of Cincinnati, Ohio and brother Jerry (Janet) of Acton, ... [more]

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CROOKSTON, Susan – Of Hanover, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 18, 2024 at Hanover and District Hospital, at the age of 75. 

Beloved wife of Ian Crookston. Loving mother of Colin Crookston (Theresa MacLean) and Kim Harwood. Grandmother of Sarah Crookston and Kayla Harwood. Sister of Andrew (Silvanna) Muir, sister-in-law of George (Barbara) Crookston, Bruce (Liz) Crookston and Mark Crookston. 

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NORRIS, Don – Peacefully and surrounded by his family on Sunday, July 7, 2024 at the age of 90. Predeceased by his cherished wife, Jean Norris (2020). Loving father of Debra (Frank) Wale, Colleen (John) Mann, and Keith (Sylvia) Norris. Dear grandfather of seven grandchildren and many beloved great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his brothers Norman and Charles. 

Don was a proud family man with a wonderful sense of humour. His adventurous spirit led he and his family on ... [more]

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QUINN, Helen D. – Peacefully on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 in her 84^th year. Beloved wife of Tom Quinn, together for 51 wonderful years. Loving mother of Diana Wilde (Stewart) and Deborah King (Lynsey). Doting grandmother of Justin (Taylor), Jennifer, Kyle, and Dalton, and great-grandmother of Kaden, and Kinley Quinn. Helen is predeceased by her brothers Don and Ken (Shirley), and by her great friend Margaret O’Flaherty.

Helen loved to gather with friends and play ... [more]

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Kathryn Moran (née Hogan) was born on May 25, 1956, in Sheffield, England. She passed away peacefully in her sleep surrounded by loved ones, after a swift battle with cancer on June 18, 2024, in Mount Forest. 

Kathryn will be lovingly remembered by her three sons; Taylor Moran and his partner Katie, Matthew Moran, and Arthur Moran and his wife Heather and children William and Lauren, by her brother Michael Hogan his wife Gladys and children ... [more]

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RIVERS, Shane Jordan – Passed away unexpectedly at his happy place on Friday, May 31, 2024 in 69^th year. 

Beloved husband of Darlene Rivers of 45 years. Loving father of Lori-Ann (Darren) McLean, Shawn Rivers and Angelea Rivers. Grandfather of Kai, Noah, Andrayah, Tyler, Serenity, Michael, and his little carving partner Nolan whom he had a very special bond with; and great-grandfather of Mayvis and Mayson. Brother of Marlayne (Jim) Stonehouse, Harry (Patricia) ... [more]

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AMARAL, Jack – A resident of Mount Forest, went to be with his Lord and Saviour on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 in his 88^th year. Beloved husband of the late Carole Amaral (2019). Father of Sandy and her husband Dave Desmarais of London, Kim and her husband Herb Gibson of Mount Forest, Kevin Amaral and his wife Lylah of Waterloo, and Dorothy Chapman of Kapuskasing. Cherished grandfather of Adrian Desmarais and Lynn, Eric Desmarais and Katie, Jennifer Baia and Junior, Derek ... [more]

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VAN WAGNER, Leslie Ann Mackenzie - On May 25th we said goodbye to Leslie Ann Mackenzie Van Wagner, our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and cherished friend. Predeceased by her husband, Charles Wayne Van Wagner of Waterford, Ontario, along with her parents, Duncan Scott MacKenzie and Eva Grace Wheeler MacKenzie, and her brother, Colin Mackenzie, all of Moncton, New Brunswick. Survived by her sister Martha MacKenzie Pitman of Bermuda and her brother Alan (Brenda) MacKenzie ... [more]

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AITKEN, Beulah Ellen – Passed away peacefully and surrounded by her family at Strathcona Long Term Care on Monday, May 20, 2024 in her 96^th year. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Harry Aitken (2000). Cherished mother Phyllis (John) Flanagan, Keith (Doris) Aitken, Lloyd (Joan) Aitken, Mark (Cindy) Aitken, and Neil (Laurie) Aitken. Loving grandmother of Dean (Mandi), Paul (Alaina), Tim (Chantel), Alex, Shawn (Alexandria), Chris (Rachel), Chad (Amanda), Cory (Sarah), ... [more]

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CYMBAL, Roman – Passed away unexpectedly at Guelph General Hospital on Monday, April 29, 2024 at the age of 59. Loving partner of Trudy Moss. Beloved son of Vera Cymbal and the late Eugene Cymbal (2019). Dear brother of Bohdan Cymbal and his wife Cristina Cymbal, and Wasyl Cymbal. Survived by his nieces Emma and Ava, as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Private funeral arrangements entrusted to the England Funeral Home, Mount Forest. Those wishing to make a ... [more]

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BRUBACHER, Nelson – Died suddenly on Sunday, April 14, 2024 in his 19^th year. He leaves to mourn his parents Oscar & JulieAnn Brubacher, his siblings: Ernest, Alma & Stanley Martin, Amy & Eugene Martin, Ella & Jacob Weber, Lewis, Elsie, Curvin, and Leona, all of Mount Forest. Nelson is survived by nine nephews and nieces. He leaves to mourn his paternal grandparents Henry & Salome Brubacher, and his maternal grandmother Gladys Vollmer. Predeceased ... [more]

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LITTLE, Roy – A resident of Southgate Township, passed away after a brief illness at Louise Marshall Hospital on Saturday, March 30, 2024 in his 82^nd year. Beloved soulmate of Muriel for 55 years. Loving father of Glynnice Casullo (late Lou) of Toronto, and Adrian Little (Patti) of Southgate Township. Adored grandfather Kayla Sousa (Phil), Austin Little, Christina Casullo, and Angela Casullo; and great-grandfather of Amelia. Predeceased by his siblings: Thelma, Aubrey, ... [more]

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SIMPSON, William Thomas “Bill” – Passed peacefully at Louise Marshall Hospital, Mount Forest, on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of Sharron Simpson for 52 years. Loving father of Michael Simpson (Vesna Jukic).  Predeceased by his father Albert Simpson, mother Dorothy Gilbert, sisters Joyce, Audrey, Dodi and brother Jimmy.

Bill was employed by The Toronto Transit Hillcrest Division for 30 years, where he was popular ... [more]

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WEBBER, Sheldon Delbert

March 23, 1956 – March 20, 2024

Passed away unexpectedly at Palmerston and District Hospital, three days shy of his 68^th birthday. Beloved son of the late Virginia (Edwards) and Albert Webber. Dear brother of Barbara Stortz of Waterloo, Joani Loos and her husband Paul of Conn, ... [more]

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