OBITUARIES

Taggart, Billie J. of Aylmer passed away at his residence on Sunday, November 6, 2022 in his 95th year. Beloved husband of Ferne (Picknell) Taggart. Dear father of Kelly Hyatt(Paul), Scott Taggart, Patricia O’Connor(Leon) and father-in-law of Karen Taggart. Loving poppa of Emma(Eoghan), Paige(Grant), Abigail, Kelli(Harry), Colleen, Courtney, Matthew, Lauren and Grant. Proud great-grandfather of…

Lidia Wysevelde passed away peacefully in her 99th year at her residence in Chartwell Aylmer Long Term Care. Born in Russia in 1924 to Gregory and Paula Gridtshina. At the age of 16 she was taken from her home to work as forced labour in Germany during WWII. There she met her husband-to-be, Remy Wysevelde,…

HARDING, George of Port Burwell, Ontario passed away suddenly on Tuesday November 1, 2022 at the Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital. Predeceased by his parents George and Laura Harding. Loving brother of Monica and her husband Jason Shelly. Beloved Uncle of Sadie and Hailey. He leaves behind his Uncle Benny, cousins Breena and Krissy, and childhood…

Mangelsen, Elizabeth “Betty” Marie of Aylmer passed away at Extendicare, London on Tuesday, November 1, 2022 in her 97th year. Beloved daughter of the late John and Katherine(Schmidt) Mangelsen. Dear sister of the late Richard(Jacqueline) and the late Katherine Mangelsen. Loving aunt to Julie(Rob) and Ron(Allison). Betty will be missed by a number of nieces and…

Saxton, Marie passed away peacefully at her home at R.R.1, Port Burwell on Tuesday, November 1, 2022 in her 90th year. Beloved wife of John Saxton(2021) and the late Jack Brown(1966). Dear mother of Wayne Brown(Lorrie) of Kempville, Darrell Brown of Port Burwell and step-mother of Bill Saxton(Pat) of Port Burwell. Predeceased by her daughter…

Drenth, Ann passed peacefully with her family by her side at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Wednesday, October 26, 2022 in her 86th year. Beloved wife of 64 years to Chris Drenth. Dear mother of Christey-Ann Veldman(Ed) of Lethbridge, Gwen Drenth(Scott Johnson) of Cambridge and Julia Smit of Cambridge.  Loving grandmother of Melissa, Janelle(Jordan), Michael(Kristi),…

BEECH – Melvin Albert Thomas, of St Thomas, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2022, at the age of 86.  Mel is loved and will be missed by his dearly beloved wife Joan Beech of 66+ years; by his cherished children: Deb Hulet (Charlie), the late Dave Beech (Mary), Steve Beech (Laurie) and Cindy Van…

Josten, Mary Rose passed away peacefully at her residence, Caressant Care, Bonnie Place, St. Thomas on Monday, October 24, 2022 in her 94th year. Beloved wife of the late Johannes “John” Josten(1996). Dear mother of Anthony Josten(Joyce) of Edmonton, Alberta, John Josten(Bonnie) of Lyons, Rita Sinclair (Mark) of Toronto, Henrietta Josten of Toronto and Mary…

Starkey, Marlyn passed away peacefully at her residence in Waterloo on Saturday, October 22, 2022. “Marlyn was promoted to her heavenly home,” in her 85th year. Beloved wife of the late John Starkey(2004). Dear mother of Stan Starkey(Lori) of Waterloo. Loving grandmother of Jon Starkey, Jenn Meesters(Ryan), Michael Starkey, James Starkey(Michelle) and great-grandmother of Faith, Livey, Joshua,…

Styve, Louis of Aylmer passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Tuesday, October 18, 2022 in his 91st year. Beloved husband of Sandra (Benner) Styve. Loving father of Chris Styve(Mary Ann), Rick L. Styve(Greta) of Aylmer, Brian Styve(Cher) of St. Thomas, Tammy Wilkinson(John) of London, Diana Styve(Dave) of Glencoe. Father-in-law of Brenda. Predeceased by his…

Burwell, Diane of Aylmer passed away peacefully at her residence with family by her side on Monday, October 17, 2022 in her 78th year. Beloved wife of the late Hercules Burwell(2012). Loving mother of Kevin(Lynn), Wendy Wolfe(Rodger), Tracey Russell(Mike), Wesley(Christine), and Martin(Jennifer). She will be missed by a number of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, siblings, nieces, and…

It is with sadness but much love that we share that Anttionete DeLeemans passed away on Wednesday, October 12th, 2022. Anttionete did it her way, at home in St. Thomas ON, surrounded by her family, at the age of 89 years young. Anttionete Simone DeLeemans was born September 12, 1933, the youngest of 2 daughters…

Annen, Michelle of Dorchester passed away at London Health Science Centre on Thursday, October 13, 2022 in her 40th year. Loving wife of Floyd Rader. Beloved daughter of Shirley Antonissen(Rick) of Aylmer. Dear sister of Christopher Annen(Lauren), Stephanie Duplan(Matt), Craig Antonissen(Kaela) and Taylor Hoogheim. Daughter of John Annen(Robyn). She will be missed by her nephews…

BALDWIN, Jacquie – At home, after a Thanksgiving weekend surrounded by joy, laughter and tears, Jacquie died peacefully on Wednesday, October 12. Her husband, Paul, and family were by her side. Jacquie was the daughter of Marjorie and Dr. J.A. Peart. She was raised in St. Thomas and attended STCI and Huron College. She married…

Dickhout, Cheryl Diane of Aylmer passed away peacefully with her family by her side at London Health Science Centre- Victoria Hospital on Sunday, October 16, 2022 in her 63rd year. Born in Tillsonburg, Ontario on December 22, 1959. Daughter of the late Elgin Johnson and Treva(Ward) Johnson. Beloved wife of 45 years to Bill Dickhout.…

Antonissen, Jerry of Aylmer passed away peacefully at his residence on Tuesday, October 11, 2022 in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Cecilia(Vandecappelle) Antonissen for 64 years. Dear father of Tammy Mannell(Gary) of Aylmer, Rick Antonissen(Shirley) of Aylmer, and Kelly Antonissen(Tracey) of Sparta Line. Loving grandfather of Chirstina(Kevin), Jesse(Kim), Stephanie(Matt), Craig(Kaela), Kelsey, and Alex and great-grandfather of Kailey,…

DAVID, Morley passed away peacefully at his residence in Avon on Monday, October 10, 2022 in his 87th year. Beloved husband of Peggy (Johnson) David for 62 years. Loving father of Maria David (John) of Avon, Melanie David of West Haven, Connecticut and Marc David (Nikki) of Springfield. Dear grandfather of Izabella Davidson (Jordan) and…

Toth, Louise Edna of Aylmer passed away as the result of a car accident near Cambridge on Thursday, October 6, 2022 in her 79th year. Cherished and loving mother of Suzanne Toth and spouse Ryan Kinsey, Michael Toth and spouse Veronica Healey, Andrew Toth and spouse Theresa, Mark Toth and spouse Kristy Roberts. Adored and…