OBITUARIES

Gillies, Robert Allan “Bob” of Aylmer passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. He was 92 years old. Beloved husband of the late Marilyn (Laur) Gillies (2023). Dear father of Laurie Waldie (Keith), Rob Gillies (Denise) and John Gillies (Michelle) and step-father of Gerald Ellis (Judy), David Ellis (Kim)…

Withenshaw, Steven James on Sunday, September 7, 2025, passed away in St. Thomas, after a brief illness, in his 79th year. Dear son of the late and wonderful Jim and Virginia (Freeman) Withenshaw. Very dear brother of Martha Gavey (Gary “Bro”) of Aylmer, Uncle Steve to Matt Gavey (Tara) of Aylmer, and their children Lydia…

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marilyn Louise McNames (Hawley), who left us peacefully on August 28, 2025. Marilyn was born on May 7, 1942, in St. Thomas, Ontario. She spent most of her life in Aylmer, a community she proudly called home. Marilyn was predeceased by her beloved husband,…

Volland, Ruth Ann of St. Thomas passed away peacefully at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Thursday, August 28, 2025. She was 85 years old. Beloved wife of the late Robert “Bob” Volland. Cherished sister of Jim Timpany(Audrey), and sister-in-law to Donna Timpany and Sandra Timpany. She will be dearly missed by her nieces and…

Peacefully, with his family by his side, Viktor Dietrich passed away on August 21, 2025 in his 76th year. Born June 15, 1950 in Kopeysk, Russia, to a German family in the Soviet Union, Viktor’s early life under post-war communism instilled in him deep gratitude for the freedoms he later enjoyed. In 1989, he and…

Ryan Woodworth Graham passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2025 in his 34th year.  He is survived by his father Monty Graham, half-brothers Robert (Shelley) Graham, and Jason Graham and his Granny Ruby Woodworth, his nephew Connor and his nieces Amber, Madison and Mackenzie and by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Predeceased by his mother Kyle Woodworth…

White, Shirley Marie of Vineland and formerly of Springfield passed away at St. Catharines General Hospital on Sunday, August 17, 2025. She was 95 years old. Beloved wife of the late Allan White(2012).  Dear mother of the late William White (Margaret) of Aylmer, David White (Maureen) of Asheville, NC., Beth Brkic (Joe) of Beamsville and Joe White (Stella)…

In loving memory of LeRoy Holborn (“Hoolie”). It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of LeRoy Holborn, affectionately known as Hoolie by friends. He passed away peacefully on August 10, 2025, at the age of 87, his mind still sharp as a tack. LeRoy was the beloved partner of Susan Bradley, and…

Van Gulck, Marie Madeleine (nee Heyrman) (April 7, 1940 – August 12, 2025) It is with great sadness, that we the family of Marie Madeleine (Heyrman) Van Gulck, wish to announce her peaceful passing at AgeCare, Aylmer, on Tuesday, August 12th, 2025, at the age of 85. Marie was a former resident of Straffordville. Predeceased…

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Johnny Jung. Predeceased by his beloved wife Jeanne. Dear father of Judy Rea (Aldo). Loving grandfather of Joseph (Melissa) and Stephanie and great-grandfather of Madison and Mia. Johnny will be missed by his dear friends Marianne and Charles Kirby. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Johnny was…

O’Neill, Michael Darryl of St Thomas. It is with sad hearts we announce the passing of Mike, surrounded with love and in his 80th year, on August 12, 2025.Dearly loved husband and best friend of Dorothy Lang/Kilgour/ O’Neill. Dearly loved step-father of Angie (Rob) Mailhot and Scott (Jen) Kilgour. Dear grandfather of Brady (Christina), Larissa…

Heffren, Angela of Aylmer passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025. She was 47 years old. Cherished mom of Ethan and Liam Heffren. Loving daughter of Mike Killough(Christine) and the late Susan(Scratch) Killough. Sister of Amanda Clark(Chris) of Aylmer and aunt to Kendra. Also survived by her grandma Betty(late Murray) Scratch. She will be missed…

Alfred (Bud) Westaway Jan. 5, 1942 – August 11, 2025 The Westaway Family is saddened by the loss of Bud Westaway on August 11, 2025 in his 84th year in St. Thomas, Ontario. Bud was born in St. Thomas on January 5, 1942 and is the son of the late Harry and Gladys (Lawrence) Westaway.…

Stevens, Stuart “Bud” of London passed away at the St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Sunday, August 10, 2025. He was 81 years old. Beloved husband of Shirley(Howey) Stevens. Dear father of Kelly Payne(Andrew Wellings), Jennifer Pettit(Chris) and Rick Stevens(Jen). Loving grandfather of Ethan, Jordan, Megan, Tyler, Christopher, Alyssa, Connor, Wyatt, Jersey and Sydney. Brother of Sharon Armitage…

de Ryk, Frank – Our dad was doing his best to come home, but he passed away peacefully with his family by his side after a battle with Parkinson’s at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Thursday August 7, 2025 at 90 years of age. Beloved husband of the late Bonnie de Ryk  (nee Mitchell). Loving…

Van Acker, Gwen, formerly of Aylmer, passed away peacefully at Manor Village, London, on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at the age of 89. She was the beloved wife of the late Julien Van Acker (2010) and the late Frazer Rule (1979). Cherished mother of Bradley Rule (Kerri) of Port Bruce and Gregory Rule (Melanie) of…

Whitcroft, Marg of Aylmer passed away peacefully at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. She was 79 years old. Beloved wife of the late Percy Whitcroft(Jan. 2025). Cherished mother of Nicole Kunkel(Mike Silverthorn) and step-mother of  Jeneen Toth(Paul), Jackie Matthews and Jay Whitcroft(Jeannot Lebreux). She will be missed by her grandchildren…

Wiebe, Cornelius of Aylmer passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital. He was 80 years old. Beloved husband of Margaret (Boldt) Wiebe. Loving son of the late Jacob and Katharina Wiebe (Bolivia). Dear brother of the late infants, Cornelius and Jacob, (Mexico); Elisabeth, (late Abram, Bolivia) Froese; Katharina, (late Isaac, Bolivia) Rempel; Margaretha, (late Peter,…

Willows, Daniel of Cambridge passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2025. He was 41 years old. Dear partner of Joanne Beemer and loving father of Leeland Willows. Dear son of Fred Willows of Aylmer and Jean Underhill of Saskatchewan, brother of Nicole Willows and uncle of Braden. Also survived by his grandmother Mabel Willows(late Cliff)…

Vaughan, Rosemary of Aylmer passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on July 22, 2025. She was 67 years old. Beloved wife of Arnie Vaughan and pet mom to her dear Shelby. Dear sister of Ken Campbell(Marilyn), Kathy Pressey(Gary), Martin Campbell, Mike Campbell(Barb) and Mary Lou”Dew” Marr(late Bob). Sister-in-law of Sherry Rowe(Jeff) and Estelle Stewart(Brian). She will…