Obituaries

GARTON – David Howard of St Thomas passed away peacefully at his residence with his family at his side on Friday, November 11, 2022 at the age of 68.  Beloved partner of Wendy White (nee Lester).  Dave is survived by his daughter Jennifer Russell (Todd) of Carlton Place; siblings Linda Churchill (late Howard) of St Thomas, Debbie McKean (Dave) of Courtland, ... Read more.

     RETTA ETHEL IRENE LUCE April 21, 1935- November 21, 2022 Born on Easter Sunday, April 21, 1935, Retta Ethel Irene Luce (nee Brown) passed away on Monday, November 21, 2022 at approximately 12:35am surrounded by her loving family at the St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital in her 88th year. Predeceased by her husband Norman (1991) and the father of ... Read more.

The family of Peter W. Hoyer are deeply saddened to relay news of his passing, with his family by his side on November 15, 2022 at age 71. Peter, eldest son of Walter and Charlotte Hoyer, was born September 14, 1951, came to Canada from Germany in 1952, was raised in Aylmer, Ontario, and resided in Calgary, Alberta. Peter is ... Read more.

Van Raes, Andrea of Dundas, formerly of Aylmer, passed away peacefully at her residence, Wentworth Lodge on Monday, November 14, 2022 in her 99th year. Beloved wife of the late Albert Van Raes(1997). Dear mother of the late Denise Jennerich(2020)(Desmond Devoy) and Annie Smithson(Mark) of Dundas. Loving grandmother of Stephen(Natalie), Heather(Caleigh), and Brian(Grace) and great-grandmother of Santana, Walter, and Ethan. Sister of Henri(Geannine) ... Read more.

Pacheco, Natalia of Aylmer passed away at Maple Manor Nursing Home on Wednesday, November 16, 2022 in her 86th year. Beloved wife of the late Jose Pacheco(2004). Dear mother of Maria Estrela Pacheco and Natalie DeRyk and husband Mike. Loving grandmother of Sandie and Nicole DeRyk.  She will be missed by her sister Cristina DeSousa, brother-in-law Edmundo DeMedeiros, and a ... Read more.

Following a lengthy battle of health complications, the family of Donna Jean Mole is deeply saddened to announce her passing on November 15, 2022, at the age of 47. She was surrounded by her family, at the Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital (TDMH). Donna is survived by her husband Tom Alward, daughter Brittany Alward and spouse Cameron Ward, sister Melinda Mole and ... Read more.

COLE, Wayne It is with heavy hearts that our family announces the passing of Wayne Cole of Vienna, Ontario on Tuesday November 8, 2022. He passed away at home peacefully with his wife by his side. Beloved husband and best friend of Patricia. Loving Father of Shawn and his wife Joelle. Papa Wayne of Casey Cole, Ben Cole (Rachel), Molly ... Read more.

DOBSON – Melvina Agnes Janet of Aylmer, passed peacefully at the St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital on Wednesday, November 9th, 2022 at the age of 70. Beloved wife of the late Jerry Jedriak and the late Gerald Pellett. Dearly loved mother of Elizabeth Reddekop (Pete), Jerry Jedriak, Carolina Jedriak (Brian) and Jennifer Rice (Matthew) and step mother of Wayne and Jason ... Read more.

Clarke, Duane of Aylmer passed away at Bayham Township on Tuesday November 08, 2022 in his 58th year. Beloved husband of Kim (Robinson) Clarke. Dear son of Al and Pat Clarke. Loving brother of Melissa Shackleton (Allan “Harv”). Son-in-law of Fred and Robbie Robinson. Brother in law of Lori, Jeff and Mike Robinson. Also survived by a number of nieces ... Read more.

EASTON – Linda May of St Thomas passed away suddenly at her home on Sunday, October 23, 2022 at the age of 74. Beloved mother of Jared and Lauren Balser, grandmother to Owen (4) and Fiona (1) Balser, and sister to Carol Landon. So many friends and family have sent beautiful words the last few days. Linda has been described ... Read more.