Obituaries

O’DONNELL, Robert Jerome “Bert” - Of Mount Forest, passed away at the Louise Marshall Hospital, Mount Forest on Friday, October 9th, 2020 in his 87^th year. Beloved husband of the late Catherine O’Donnell (2019).  Loving father of Donna Banton of Alliston, Julia and her husband Paul Belanger of Kingston, James O’Donnell of Wellington North, and Joseph O’Donnell and his wife Debbie of Mount Forest. Cherished grandfather of Sarah and her husband James, Stacey and her ... [more]

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MORROW, Glen (Larry Glen)
July 15, 1954 – October 6, 2020

At the Louise Marshall Hospital, Mount Forest, on Tuesday, October 6th, 2020 in his 67th year. Son of the late Wilburt and Madeline (Buchanan) of Havelock, Ontario. Loved husband of Sandy (Kemp). Loving father of Jessica Morrow (Rob Britton) and Holly Malynyk (Derek). Survived by his sister Ruth (Fred) Althouse, brother-in-law Jack (Marilyn) Kemp, sisters-in-law ... [more]

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NORRIS, Jean Louise (nee Godden) – Peacefully and surrounded by her family on Friday, September 25th, 2020 at the age of 84. Cherished wife for 66 years of Donovan Norris, of Mount Forest. Loving mother of Debra (Frank) Wale, Colleen (John) Mann, and Keith (Sylvia) Norris. Dear grandmother of seven grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Beverley Weatherall and the late Barbara Leduc. Jean was a private woman who was passionate about her family; always interested in their activities. ... [more]

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Andersen, Henry Arne – Peacefully at Strathcona Long Term Care on Thursday, September 17th, 2020 in his 94th year. Beloved husband of Rosa Andersen. Loving father of Yvonne (Clifford) Ellsom, Conny (Allen) Letkeman and Hans Andersen (Poppy Varey). Dearly loved by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his daughter-in-law Arlene Graham-Andersen (2018). Cremation has taken place and a private family interment will be held at Sunset Villa Mindepark. Those wishing to make a donation ... [more]

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GOETZ, Evelyn Mary (nee Costello) – It is with great sadness that the family of Evelyn announce her passing on Monday, September 7th, 2020 in her 96th year. She died at home surrounded by the love of her family. Her great love for God has taken her into His arms. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Norman Goetz (1955). Loving mother of Paul (Cathy) Goetz of Fergus, Betty (Peter) Mogensen of Mount Forest, and Bob (Kim) Goetz of Kenilworth. Dear grandmother of Leanne (Chris) McNabney of Virginia, Stephen ... [more]

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BROWN, Beverly “Bev” – Peacefully at The Village Seniors Community, Hanover, on Tuesday, August 25th, 2020 in his 87th year. Predeceased by his beloved wife of 29 years, Marlene Brown (nee Hehn) (2015). Loving father of Darrell Brown, Robert Brown (Janice), and Linda Brown (Yvonne). Sadly missed by his six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Survived by his sister Ruth Allen (George). Lovingly remembered by his many nieces, nephews and friends. Predeceased by two infant daughters Lori ... [more]

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RICHARDSON, June – Peacefully at the Louise Marshall Hospital, Mount Forest, on Friday, August 21st, 2020 at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the late Harvey Shaver, Robert Richardson and Delmar Copeland. Loving mother of Helen Jane St. Amant (Ron) of Penetanguishene, and Jim Richardson (Diana) of London. Cherished grandmother of Matthew St. Amant (Diana) of Barrie, Geoffrey St. Amant (Jenny) of Victoria, B.C., Samantha Richardson of London, Julie Richardson (Doug) of London, and Katherine Richardson (Nathan) ... [more]

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HAMILTON, Eleanor Lucille (nee Behrns) – Peacefully at St. Joseph’s Hospice in Guelph on Thursday, August 13th, 2020 at the age of 91. Predeceased by her beloved husband’s Elmer Hamilton and David Morrison. Loving mother of George Morrison (Carol Noonan) and the late Lyle Morrison (Pat). Dear grandmother of Scott Morrison (Lisa), Chris Morrison, Dave Morrison (Jacquie Beechey), Jennifer Morrison, Tina McTaggart (Craig), Megan Bishop (Morgan) and the late Colton Morrison. Lovingly remembered by her ... [more]

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GRECH, Joseph – Born on September 24, 1926 in Cospicua, Malta, passed away on August 7, 2020 in Mount Forest, Ontario. Predeceased by his wife Gladys Grech (1996). Beloved Dad of Michael Weston (Tammie) of Welland, Pamela-Jo Grech of Brampton, and John Grech (Ellen) of Mount Forest. Nanu and Poppa to Ken, Tyler, Alannah, Jack, Sidney, Ryan and Tyler. Survived by his brothers Paul (Josie), Sam (Carmen), sisters Mary (Ken), Agnes (Gejtu), sister-in-law Susan (David), as well as many nieces and nephews. Also ... [more]

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COCKBURN, Mary Beth – Peacefully at the Louise Marshall Hospital on Wednesday, August 5th, 2020 in her 91st year. Beloved wife of William “Bill” Cockburn of Mount Forest. Loving mother of Ann (Doug) Graham of Brampton, Jeff (Karen) Coburn of Mount Forest, and Scott (Jane) Coburn of Mount Forest. Dear grandmother of Mark (Paula), Sarah (Dallas), Leah, Alaina (Paul), Andrew (Leah), Kaitlin (Chad), and Justin (Erin) and great-grandmother of Reid, Hudson, Kipton, Gwendolyn, Fulton, Claira, Isla, Hugh ... [more]

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Peacefully at Palmerston and District Hospital on Monday, July 20th, 2020 at the age of 82. Beloved husband of Kay Ayres and the late Margaret “Jill” Yake (2011). Loving father of Dan Yake and his wife Kim of Mount Forest; Susan MacKenzie and her husband Blair of Waterloo; and Peter Yake and his wife Catherine of Acton. Cherished grandfather of Greg Yake (Nicole Schwehr), Jenna Yake (Craig Eden); Ian MacKenzie, Kate MacKenzie; Lindsey Yake, and Michael Yake. Dear brother of John Yake and his wife Dorothy ... [more]

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It is with great sadness that we share the news of the death of Betty Truax on Sunday, July 19th, 2020, in her 90th year, with her loving daughter by her side at Caressant Care Harriston, her home for the past five years. Predeceased by her husband Rod (2004); and sons Tim (2017) and Rod Jr. (1988). Survived by her daughter Barb Stortz and her husband Larry of Arthur; and daughter-in-law Ruth Truax and her partner Rick Young of Mount Forest. Dear grandmother of James (Shirl) Truax of Mount Forest, Derek (Lori) ... [more]

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Peacefully at her residence on Wednesday, July 15th, 2020 in her 80th year. Beloved wife of Art Diceman for 59 years. Loving mother of Betty Arnold, Garry Diceman and his wife Joan, Judy Diceman, and mother-in-law of Heather Diceman. Cherished Grandma of Lyall Diceman and his wife Lori, Bill Diceman and Garry Diceman. Lovingly remembered by her great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Jeannie Rowe and Virginia Burns. Loving Aunt of Carolyn Arnold and her partner Ron, as well as many ... [more]

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After a heartbreaking but brief battle with cancer, Mark passed peacefully at home surrounded by family on Thursday, July 9th, 2020 in his 61st year. He will be dearly missed by his wife of 17 years, Sheryll; daughter Katie; step-children Jody, Heather and Alex; and seven grandchildren. Survived by three brothers: Udo (Diane), Charlie and Peter. Also left behind are sister-in-law Sandra (Mike) Cambell and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Gisela and August, and father Viktor. Mark was a ... [more]

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FLEWWELLING, Gordon “Gord”

Peacefully at his residence on Thursday, July 2^nd, 2020 in his 81^st year. Beloved husband of the late Patricia “Pat” Flewwelling (2012). Loving father of Beth Nadeau and her husband Andre, Vicki Cutting and her husband Kenneth, Cheryl Ogawa and her husband Ryota, and Daryl Flewwelling. Dear grandfather of Michael and Joseph and predeceased by his granddaughter Becky. Loving brother of Lucille Yole, Arlene Flannigan, Donelda Lodwich and Dorothy ... [more]

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Pretoria Anne Tregunna (nee England), of RR#2 Mount Forest, passed away at her home on Monday, June 29^th, 2020 in her 78th year.  Beloved wife of the late John Tregunna.  Loving mother of Gary McComb and his wife Patricia of Florida, Linda and her husband Brian Hunter of Holstein, and Susan and her husband Rick Bossie of Holstein.  Stepmother of Peter Tregunna and his wife Giselle, Susan and her husband John Curtis, Shirley Skelding, Howard Tregunna and his wife Joanne, and Tom Tregunna.  Fondly ... [more]

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Elva Jean Reeves (nee Markle), passed away at Strathcona Long Term Care, Mount Forest on Tuesday, June 23rd, 2020 in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Norm Reeves. Loving mother of Peter Reeves and his wife Mary, Dan Reeves and his wife Lori, and Bill Reeves and his wife Kathy. Cherished grandmother of Norman (Mandy) Reeves, Matt Reeves, Aaron Reeves, Victoria (Devon) Bolliger, Brett (Caitlin) Reeves, Kaleb (Bailey) Reeves, and Connor (Laura) Reeves. Great-grandmother of 7. Fondly remembered by her ... [more]

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Laura Diane Clark was born sleeping on Thursday, June 11^th, 2020 at Grand River Hospital, Kitchener.  Cherished daughter of Paden and Pamela (nee McCombie) Clark.  Little sister of Lilly Clark.  Granddaughter of Barbara Dawson, Roger McCombie, and Patricia Belding and Robin Clark.  Niece of Michelle McCombie and fiancé Matt, and Kimberly McCombie and Aaron.  Great-granddaughter of Valerie Belding, and Dr. Alex McCombie.  The anticipation of her arrival was high between her cousins Connor ... [more]

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Cheryl Lynn Edwards, of Mount Forest, passed away at her residence, with her cats Ellie and Sophie by her side on Sunday, May 31^st, 2020 in her 74^th year. Fondly remembered by her cousins, extended family, many friends. Predeceased by her parents Walter and Joy Edwards, sister Dawn Brown and brother-in-law Glenn Brown. A private graveside service will be held at the Cochrane Cemetery. A public celebration of Cheryl’s life will be held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, ... [more]

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Mary Lou Theresa Burke passed away at her home on Friday, May 15^th, 2020 in her 70^th year.  Survived by her son David and his wife Tina.  Grandmother of Josh, Winter, Brocklyn and John.  Survived by her nephew Jamie Roth.  Predeceased by her parents Stella and Frank Wojtynksi and her sister Helen Roth.  Cremation has taken place.  A private burial will be held at Holy Cross Cemetery, Mount Forest.  As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to Louise Marshall Hospital Foundation ... [more]

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Muriel Margaret Grey Ballantyne (nee Cuneo), of Mount Forest, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, April 28^th, 2020 in her 88^th year. Beloved wife of Ronald Ballantyne. Loving mother of Keith Ballantyne and Susan and her late husband Martin Zonneveld. Cherished grandmother of Donald Ballantyne and his wife Nikki, Marty Zonneveld, Mathew Zonneveld and his wife Leanne, Catherine and her husband Peter Felske, Nicole Ballantyne-Choo and her partner Chris West and Cody Ballantyne. Great-grandmother ... [more]

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Marjorie Irene Williamson (nee Nelson), of Mount Forest, passed away at Royal Terrace, Palmerston on Tuesday, April 7^th, 2020 in her 93^rd year.  Beloved wife of the late Wayne Williamson. Loving mother of Gary Williamson and his wife Cheryl and the late Larry Williamson and his wife Laurie. Cherished grandmother of Sara and her husband Gary Publicover, Janessa Williamson and Kaitlin Williamson. Dear sister of Shirley Witherow and sister-in-law of Irene Nelson, Marie Nelson and Phyllis ... [more]

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Edgar Thomas DeCoste, of Toronto, passed away at St. Michael’s Hospital, Toronto, on Tuesday, March 31^st, 2020 at the age of 51. Beloved son of Edgar and Sylvia DeCoste. Fondly remembered by his three children and two grandchildren. Dear brother of Wanda DeCoste and Phillip DeCoste. Cremation has taken place. The DeCoste family encourages you to spend time with your loved ones. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements ... [more]

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Gordon James Corby, of Mount Forest, and formerly of Cambridge, passed away at Strathcona Long Term Care, on Friday, March 13^th, 2020 in his 95^th year. Beloved husband of the late Blanche Corby (nee Culp). Loving father of Douglas Campbell, Brenda Clain, Jeanette Hyde and her husband Scott, and Jim Corby and his wife Betty. Gord will be remembered by his many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Doreen Devine and her husband Andy, Jeanette ... [more]

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Maria Longina Van Dongen (nee Jacobs), of Mount Forest, passed away peacefully at Strathcona Long Term Care, Mount Forest, on Sunday, March 8^th, 2020 in her 99^th year.  Beloved wife of the late Adrian Van Dongen.  Loving mother of Marianne Edwards (Randy); Cora McGee (Dan); Tony: Frank (Sandy); Lucy Ferguson (Jack); Marlene Evans (Ralph); Peter (Janice) and mother-in-law of Cherryl.  Beloved Oma of Anna (Ed); Laura (Nathan); Barry; Rita (Yehuda); Ina (Alex); Irene; Ben (Brenda); James ... [more]

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