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Edna Borremans

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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Edna Borremans (nee Edwards) on June 3, 2026 at St. Thomas General Hospital, surrounded by the love of her family. Edna was predeceased by her husband, Albert Borremans in 2012. She was a devoted and loving mother to Pat Grau (Willy) of St. Thomas,…

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Dave Roberts

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Roberts, David of Sparta passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Saturday, June 13, 2026. He was 78 years old. Beloved husband of Marie (Bond) Roberts. Dear father of Elena Roberts, Darryl Roberts and Emily Glover (Adam). Loving grandfather of Alan, Justin and Ethan. Brother of Evangeline Little (Ray) and brother-in-law of Alice…

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John Hordyk

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John Hordyk, born June 10, 1935 in s-Gravenzande, The Netherlands, was called to his eternal home on Thursday, June 11, 2026, in Aylmer, Ontario, at the age of 91 years and one day. After a short illness, John passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family. We give thanks that he is now in the presence…

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Thelma Bode

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BODE, Thelma (Zurbrigg) formerly of Seaforth. Thelma passed away peacefully at her home in Harbour Hill Retirement Residence, Goderich on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Donald Bode (1990). Cherished mom of Joanne and Dennis Drennan of Goderich, and Paul and Margo Bode of Aylmer. Proud grandma of Philip…

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Roy Schnekenburger

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Schnekenburger, Roy of Aylmer passed away at Woodingford Lodge Tillsonburg on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. He was 83 years old. Beloved husband of Gloria(Wilson) Schnekenburger. Dear father of Shirley Becht(Bob) of Tillsonburg, Laurie Beech(Steve) of St. Thomas and Roy Schnekenburger Jr.(Shannon) of Tillsonburg. Loving grandfather of Ashley, Meagan(Kyle), Katie, Kyle(Shanna), Brittany(Josh), Maxx and Hilton. He will…

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Ralph Pettit

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Surrounded by family, Ralph Pettit passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on June 5, 2026 in his 89th year. He is predeceased by his beloved wife Joyce (Hounsell), his parents Melvin and Clara and his brothers Murray and Neil. He was born August 10, 1937 and was raised on the family farm near Belmont.…

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Toni Vanmillingen

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It is with profound sadness we share that on June 4, 2026 Toni Vanmillingen at the age of 92, tragically and unexpectedly left this world but left behind the many people he loved and who loved him with so many cherished memories. Toni had a twinkle in his eye and a mischievous Dutch smirk that…

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Christopher Shaver

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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Christopher (Chris) Adam Shaver, who passed away peacefully on June 3, 2026, at the age of 40. Chris was born on October 4, 1985, in Richmond, British Columbia. From an early age, he possessed a quiet strength, unwavering determination, and deep sense of loyalty…

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Carol deRyk

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deRyk, Carol of Aylmer passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Monday, June 1, 2026. She was 85 years old. Beloved wife of Paul deRyk of 65 years. Dear mother of Robert deRyk (Michele) of Aylmer and Dorothy Stover (late Roger) of Aylmer. Loving grandmother of Taylor (Riley), Matthew (Cassidy), Kristen (Kory) and…

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Providencio “Paul” Enriquez

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Jan. 7, 1935 – May 27, 2026 It is with great sadness that we the family of “Paul” Enriquez, wish to announce the sudden but peaceful passing of the much-loved husband of Anne. Paul passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital, on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at the age of 91. Paul was born…

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Alice Kuipers

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Kuipers, Aaltien “Alice” of St. Thomas and formerly of Aylmer passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on Monday, May 25, 2026. She was 92 years old. Wife of the late Ted Kuipers(2020). Loving mother of Terry Kuipers of Port Stanley, Hetty Teuber(Dick Fisher) of Glanworth, John Kuipers of St. Thomas…

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Edward B. Shelly

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With heavy hearts our family announces the unexpected passing of Edward Shelly at his home on Friday May 22, 2026. He is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years Carol Shelly (nee Prong). Proud Dad of Allen, David, and Jason (Monica). Loved Papa of Elena (Brent), Robert, Katie (David), Thomas (Robert), Daniel, Aissa, Sadie,…

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Myna James

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Myna passed peacefully on May 17, 2026, in St Thomas, ON. Myna, born October 31, 1926, in Windsor, Ontario, married her beloved husband, the late Maurice, on March 26, 1949. Myna was a dedicated mother to her daughters, Brenda and Sheila, and mother-in-law to their husbands, Paul and Jeff. She took great pride and joy…

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Rodger Milmine

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MILMINE, Rodger Blake February 20, 1948 – May 10, 2026 With deep love and gratitude to God for a life well lived, the family of Rodger Milmine announce his peaceful passing on Sunday May 10, 2026 at the Barrie Family Hospice of Elgin.  Rodger was a devoted follower of Jesus, who guided every part of…

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Michael Ungar

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Ungar, Michael passed away at Metcalfe Gardens on Sunday, May 10, 2026. He was 94 years old. Beloved husband of the late Helga (Beindressler) Ungar (2017). Loving father of the late Michael Eric Ungar (2011), Linda Oswell (Mark Irvine) of Aylmer, Lisa Thompson (Phil) of Seattle, Washington, and Anita Mair (Steven) of Virginia.  Dear grandfather…

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Diane M. Lazenby

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May 21, 1956 — April 16, 2026 Diane Marie Lazenby (née Vandendriessche) of Aylmer passed away peacefully, after a short but courageous battle with cancer, at London Health Sciences Centre on Thursday April 16, 2026, in her 70th year. Beloved wife of Ken Lazenby.  Loving mother of Ryan Cook (Kristen) of Tavistock and Krista Clifford…

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Janny Bijleveld

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BIJLEVELD, Janny of AgeCare, Aylmer passed peacefully on Friday, May 1, 2026 at the age of 78. Dearly loved mother of Allan vanVoorn (Kimberly), Rhonny Johannes vanVoorn and Jennifer Dobson (Mike). Cherished Oma of Jessica, Nicolas, Jesse, Kaitlin, Carson and Sierra. Dear sister of Fritz, Wim and Nelly. Lovingly remembered by a number of nieces,…

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Bob Giles

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Giles, Robert “Bob” Stephen September 27, 1946 – April 25, 2026 With love and sadness, we announce that Bob passed away in Burlington, on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at the age of 79. Loving father of Kimberly Giles and Todd Giles. Cherished grandfather of Sarah, Tayah, Albany, Grace and Nash. Proud brother of Bryan (Yvonne)…

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Brad Beaudoin

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It is with great sadness, the family announces that Bradley Jay Beaudoin, 69 of Aylmer passed away at the St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Monday, April 27, 2026. Brad fought a long and hard battle with cancer. Brad was born in Sarnia, Ontario. He leaves behind his wife of 48 years Cathleen (Hood), daughter…

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Ruth Clarke

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Ruth Clarke, 85, of Campbellford, and formerly Grey County Ontario, passed away on April 21st, 2026 at The Bridge Hospice in Warkworth, Ontario. Ruth was born on May 30, 1940, to Ivan and Marjorie Charlton in Malahide Township. After Ruth graduated from Clarke Road Secondary School in 1958, she went on to study nursing at…

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