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Betty Lou Panasiuk

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Betty Lou Panasiuk (Kicksee) of Corinth in her 83rd year, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family. Dear Mother of John (Nancy) of Paris, Edward (Lisa) of Tillsonburg and Stephen (Rebecca) of Corinth. Loving Grandmother of Alexander (Erika), Logan, Lillya, Aly, and Great-Grandmother of Sylvan. Predeceased by her beloved husband Johann (John) 2006, brother Robert…

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Nicole Underhill

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Underhill (Grundy), Nicole of Aylmer passed away suddenly at her residence on Monday, November 3, 2025. She was 47 years old. Cherished mother of Colby and Landon Underhill. Loving daughter of Ron and Gail Grundy. Best friend and sister of Jessica Grundy (Darren Cadotte). Proud aunt of Cody, Braydon, Janelle, Ty, Weston, Jace and Cam. She…

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Ken Clunas

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Clunas, Kenneth Russel of Aylmer passed away at his residence on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. He was 83 years old. Beloved husband of the late Betty Ann (Marontate) Clunas (2018). Dear father of Tammy, Paul and Danny. Loving grandfather of Dustin, Courtney, Ashley, Breanne, Raelyn, Christopher and Tim. Brother to Murray Clunas (Brenda), Bob Clunas…

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“Henry” Hank Donkers

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Henricus “Henry” (Hank) Donkers passed away peacefully at Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan on October 21, 2025, at the age of 77. Born in Moergestel, the Netherlands, Henry immigrated to Canada at age five and was raised in Aylmer, Ontario, where his lifelong love of farming began. He later moved to White Fox, Saskatchewan,…

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Erik Van Luven

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Van Luven, Erik of Port Bruce passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. He was 74 years old. Beloved husband of Helen Hall. Step-father of Laurie Fitzpatrick (Gerry) and Mike Yoell (Theresa Madore). Grandfather of Erika (Sebastian), Kyle, Alex, Caitlin and great-grandfather of Emerick, Adeline, Lucien, Liam and Colton.…

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Andreas (Andy) Geurtjens

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Andreas (Andy) Geurtjens passed after a lengthy illness at home in Aylmer, Ontario on October 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Andy is survived by his loving wife, of 61 years, Johanna (Joanne) Geurtjens. Dear father of Maryann (Donnie) and Andrew (Tammy). Loving Opa of James (Lyndsey), Gregory (Mandy), Darren (Holli), Kenzie (Nate), and…

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Joan Ridgwell

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Ridgwell, Joan Marie of Aylmer passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Sunday, October 26, 2025. She was 82 years old. Cherished friend of Dave Summers. Dear mother of Bill Ridgwell(Dessie) of Winnipeg, Betty Ann Benati(Joe) of Belmont and Beverly Ridgwell Hollett(Jeff) of Cambridge. She will be missed by her friend Elfie Reiter(Mike) and a number…

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Grace Dempsey

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Grace Katherine Dempsey beloved wife, grandmother and devoted cat lover who left us peacefully after a long hard battle with cancer on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 in her 79th year. Born on November 26, 1946 in Kolhopur, India. Grace lived a life full of quiet strength, kindness…

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David Luthy

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David Richard Luthy was born on December 14, 1941 in Peoria, Illinois to Fredrick and Ruth (Conron) Luthy. He entered into his eternal rest Tuesday October 21, 2025 at Hospice Home in Dobson North Carolina, after a period of declining health. On March 18, 1971 David married Mary Stoll who preceded him in death on…

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Glen Wilson

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Wilson, Glen of St. Thomas and formerly of Aylmer passed away peacefully at Barrie Family Hospice of Elgin on Monday, October 20, 2025 in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Marlene (Harrison) Wilson for 68 years. Dear father of Steve Wilson(Trudy), Mark Wilson(Sylvie) and Susan Wilson. Loving grandfather of Melissa(Steve), Josh(Lisa), KeriLynn(Dean), Connor(Justine), Alexandra(Trevor), Holly(Brett),…

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Harry Quick

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QUICK: Harry Scott – passed away suddenly while camping with the love of his life and good friends on Saturday, October 18, 2025. Scott Quick of St. Thomas in his 67th year. Beloved husband of Denise (Chambers) Quick who he married November 8, 1980. Dear father of Kevin & Julie Quick of London and Michelle…

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Maria Borenovich

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BORENOVICH, Maria Passed away peacefully at St. Mary’s Hospital, Kitchener, on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in her 99th year. Beloved wife of the late Milan Borenovich (1990). Dear mother of George Borenovich and his wife Margaret.  Loved Nana of Annette (Dennis), Nicole, Andrew (Sarah), and Stuart (Danyela), and Great Nana of Stacey and Craig. Maria…

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John McWhinnie

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John Raymond McWhinnie, aged 78, of Ottawa, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2025, with his beloved wife, Vicki, holding his hand. Born on January 27, 1947, in Tillsonburg, ON, John lived a life full of joy, travel and adventure.  He was a “bon vivant”, full of kindness, integrity, strength and a zest for life. …

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Helen Reymer

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Helen Reymer February 15, 1934 – October 2, 2025   Surrounded by the love of her family, Helen died peacefully on October 2nd, 2025 at the age of 91.  Loving wife to the late William “Bill” Reymer.  Married for 52 years, and they built a beautiful life together.   Beloved mother of Rosemary Jansen (Peter), Douglas (Anh),…

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Rose Csakli

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Csakli, Rose of Aylmer passed away peacefully at the Barrie Family Hospice of Elgin on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. She was 91 years old. Beloved wife of the late George Csakli(1997). Dear mother of George Csakli(Bonnie) of St. Thomas, Hilda Schwager(late John) of Tillsonburg & Linda Walker(Jon) of Aylmer. Loving Nana Rose of Jennifer(Justin), Michelle(Vince), Sheena, John(Ginna), Dayna(Jordan),…

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Marilyn Madacsi

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Marilyn Madacsi (nee Adams), 89 years, of Petrolia passed away at Lambton Meadowview Villa on Thursday, September 25, 2025.  Born in St. Thomas to Earl and Vera Adams.  Marilyn was predeceased by her husband Joe (2022), her son Paul (2023), and her great granddaughter Kinsley Picard (2016).   She will be missed by her granddaughters,…

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Kitty Grant

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Grant, Catharina “Kitty” of St. Thomas passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Thursday, September 25, 2025. She was 68 years old. Dear mother of Ryan Grant (Lauren) of Belmont and Michael Grant (Victoria) of Elmira. Loving grandmother of Aurora, Meadow and Harbour. She will be missed by…

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Piet Bouthoorn

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1941 – 2025 Piet, retired farmer and private pilot, died peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones, on Saturday September 20, 2025. Piet was born in Rhoon, the Netherlands to Tom and Nell Bouthoorn. He is survived by his loving wife, Mary Ellen, daughter in his heart Amy (Brad) and grandchildren Sampson, Jonah, Leilani, and…

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Vivian Pinch

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Vivian Irene Pinch (Laur), age 89, passed away peacefully, with her family by her side, on Friday, September 19th, 2025 at Extendicare Port Stanley. She was born on January 17th, 1936 to the late Delmer and Ruby (Lee) Laur. On February 20th, 1954 she was united in marriage to Barry Pinch. They were married for…

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Della Splane

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Splane, Della Diane of Aylmer passed away peacefully at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Friday, September 19, 2025. She was 78 years old.  Beloved wife of the late Lorne Splane(2022). Dear mother of Robin Annen(John), Beverly Splane(Jesse) and Pamela Fife(Vince). Loving grandmother of Nicole, Alexander, Micheala and Kiera. Also survived by a number of nieces and…

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