Obituaries

SZTUCZKA, Brenda – Passed away peacefully at Caressant Care Harriston on Monday, November 23^rd, 2020 in her 92^nd year.  Beloved wife of the late Eryk Sztuczka.  Loving mother of Wendy Schill and her husband Lorne, and Victoria McHugh and her husband Brett.  Dear grandmother of Wayne, Catherine, Madison and Shannon.  Survived by her sister Beryl Greaves.  Predeceased by her daughter Jenny Sztuczka, grandson Colin McMillian, and brother-in-law Geoff Greaves.  Brenda ... [more]

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Passed away suddenly in his 52^nd year, of R.R. #5, Mount Forest.  Beloved husband of Marie (Martin) Brubacher.  Dear father of Elaine and Luke Rudy of R.R. #2, Dobbinton, Earl Brubacher, Evelyn Brubacher and Arlene Brubacher, all at home.  Survived by one grandson.  Son of Henry and Salome Brubacher of West Montrose.  Brother of Oscar and Julieann Brubacher of Mount Forest, Eli and Ellen Brubacher of West Montrose, Katie and Elvin Weber of Mount Forest, Ivan and Anna Brubacher of St. Clements, ... [more]

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McCROSSAN (nee Leonard), Mary Helen

January 3, 1926 – November 15, 2020

Died peacefully at Strathcona Long Term Care on Sunday, November 15, 2020, at the age of 94.  Daughter of the late Helen and John Leonard.  Beloved wife of the late Lawrence McCrossan (1992).  Loving mother of Carol Croft (Jim), June Gray, Diane Letson (Bob), Chuck McCrossan (Linda), Judy Smith (Bob), and her granddaughter ... [more]

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STEVENS, Dane Michael Alexander - Passed away on Sunday, November 8th, 2020 in his 29th year.  Cherished son of Michael and Cynthia Stevens of Mount Forest.  Loving brother of Reid Stevens.  Dear grandson of Dorothy Reid.  Predeceased by his grandparents Alex Reid, and George and Jean Stevens.  Dearly missed by his aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.  Visitation will be held at the England Funeral Home on Sunday, November 15th, 2020 from 6:00-8:00 p.m.  In order to attend the visitation, ... [more]

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ERB, Darwin Eldon – After a brief illness, passed peacefully at Palmerston Hospital on Wednesday, November 4^th, 2020 in his 56^th year.  Beloved spouse of Charlene Saunders of Clifford.  Loving father of Megan, Joshua (Holly), Kayla (Sam) and step-father of Diane, Jamie, and Jacqueline (Wes).  Dear son of Luella and Jim Lockhart, the late Douglas Erb, and son-in-law of Diane and the late Ralph Walster.  Cherished Papa of 15 grandchildren.  Survived by his sister ... [more]

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STEMMER, Karl Alfred - Of RR#1 Moorefield, passed away peacefully at Groves Memorial Community Hospital, Fergus, on Monday, November 2nd, 2020 in his 89th year.  Beloved husband of Helga Stemmer (nee Meyer) for 67 years.  Loving father of Hans Juergen Stemmer (Marg) of Palmerston and Gordon Alfred Stemmer of Winnipeg.  Dearly loved by his four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren and their families.  Survived by his niece Marion and very dear friend Barb Avis.  Predeceased by ... [more]

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SEIFRIED, Sheila Marie (nee Kirschner) – Of Mount Forest, passed away peacefully at the Louise Marshall Hospital on Friday, October 30^th, 2020 in her 85^th year. Beloved wife of the late Jim Seifried.  Loving mother of Jim Seifried (Karen Switzer) of Mount Forest, Dave Seifried (Carol Hartt) of Mount Forest, Jerry (Annette) Seifried of Kapuskasing, Brian (Susan) Seifried of Mount Forest, and Ken (Doriann) Seifried of Mount Forest.  Dear grandmother of Michael (Shannon), ... [more]

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On Saturday, October 24, 2020 an angel, Linda Elizabeth Wolsley, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family and friends. Linda is remembered as a wise mentor to many. The love and compassion that flowed through Linda was transmitted to her students, friends and family over her 55 years.

Linda leaves behind two loving sisters, Janet Hudson and her sons Steve and Scott; Joanne Wolsley and her husband Tony Johnson and their daughter Amber; and her furry companions Geordie, Lizzie and Maimie. ... [more]

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NIKOLASEVIC, Paul – Sadly and unexpectedly at the Louise Marshall Hospital on Monday, October 12^th, 2020 in his 67^th year.  Beloved spouse of Judy Brownell.  Dear father of Candice (Stephen), Lucas and Taylor Nikolasevic, and step-father of Craig (Lee) Ellis and Mitch (Sarah) Malott.  Loving grandfather of Madden, Lochlan, Leo, Logan, Emmy and Mason. Survived by his brothers Wally (Marie) Nikolasevic, Jerry Nikolasevic, sister Anna Nikolasevic, sisters-in-law Anna ... [more]

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BURKE, M. Estelle – Peacefully at Trillium Court Long Term Care, Kincardine, on Sunday, October 11^th, 2020 in her 93^rd year.  Beloved wife of the late John Burke (2012).  Loving mother of Judi Rolufs and husband Jim of Kincardine, Mike Burke and wife Flora of Mount Forest, John Burke and wife Catherine of Waterloo, Paul Burke and wife Sheri of Hanover and the late Cathy Burke.  Dear grandmother of Jennifer, Denise, Robert, Brandon, Tyson, Devon, Nicole, Shannon, ... [more]

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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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On Sunday, July 19th, 2020, Viola White passed away peacefully with her family by her side at home. Viola will be forever remembered by her husband and best friend, James White, of 59 years. Loving mother of Brenda (Robert) Trommelen, Linda Froklage, Cathy (Serdar) Dursun, and Ed (Ann) White. Loving grandma of 10 grandchildren: Brittany (Russ), Shannon, Kaitlyn (Christian), Cory (Lois), Matthew (Brittany), Kurtis (Kailey), Samantha, Kieran, Keegan, Leman and three great-grandchildren: Sophia, Mason and Olivia. ... [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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Donald Michael Sullivan of Minto, formerly of Montreal and Oakville, passed away suddenly and peacefully at his residence on Thursday, July 2, 2020. Beloved husband of Marilyn Anne Sullivan (nee McNamee). Loving father of Jo-Anne and her husband Hank Daize, and Michael and his wife Ayano Enokido. Cherished grandfather of Matthew Daize, Samantha Daize, Kimberlee Daize, Audrey Sullivan and David Sullivan. Donald was retired from Stelco Canada. He loved life and was always a happy, fun loving person to be with. ... [more]

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