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Attfield,  Diane of Aylmer passed away peacefully at Caressant Care-Mary Bucke Street, St. Thomas on Sunday, October 6, 2024 in her 77th year. Beloved wife for 56 years of Fred Attfield. Dear mother of Keith Attfield (Jackie) of Aylmer and Chris Attfield (Tricia) of Aylmer. Loving grandmother of Justin and Curtis. Sister of Lynda Dunn, Barbara Hulst, Gary…

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Ernie Jones

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Jones, Ernest B. “Ernie” of Belmont passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 in his 91st year. Beloved husband of the late Barbara(Drummond) Jones(2017). Dear father of Kevin Jones(Cindy Wolter) of Edmonton and loving grandfather of Ashley(Jimmy) of Vancouver. Proud great-grandfather of Callum. Brother of Murriel(Don) and Harvey(late Helen) and brother-in-law of Ruth.…

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John Kordyban

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KORDYBAN – John of Belmont passed away peacefully with family at his side at the St Thomas-Elgin General Hospital on Sunday, September 22, 2024 at the age of 83.  Beloved husband of Diane Kordyban (nee. Gamble).  John is survived by children Richard (Lori) Kordyban and Ron (Trishita) Kordyban; grandchildren Laurel, Madelyn, Liam, Brianna and Nicole.  John…

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Cornelia Presant

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Presant, Cornelia of Aylmer passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Parkwood Hospital on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 in her 70th year. Beloved wife of Paul Presant. Loving mother of Adrian of Toronto and Bruce Presant(Melissa) of Aylmer and cherished grandmother of Eleanor. Dear sister of Chris Geerts(Geraldine), Elsie Smith(Gerald), Marlene Berkelmans(Ron), and Janet…

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Rev. Norman Jones

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Jones, Rev. Norman Edmund went home to be with his Lord and Saviour on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 in his 94th year. He was predeceased by his dear wife Brenice(1985). He is survived by his beloved wife Tiena, his children Rhian(Eric) and Gareth(Peggy), and grandchildren Morgan(Chelsea) and Dylan(Larissa) Husty, and Frances, Katie and Aidan Jones. His step-daughters Lisa…

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Doreen Ward

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Ward, Marilyn Doreen formerly of Summers Corners (late of Caressant Care, Courtland) died unexpectedly yet peacefully at Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital on Saturday, September 21, 2024 in her 84th year. Beloved wife of the late Jim Ward (2020). Dear sister of Phyllis Howey (late Gerald), Harold Brown (Shirley), Fred Brown (Cathy) and Sharon Brown. Sister-in-law of Ron…

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Linda McConnell

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McCONNELL, Linda (née Miners) of St. Thomas, passed away peacefully at the St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Friday, September 20, 2024, in her 77th year. Beloved wife for over 56 years to James “Jim” McConnell. Dearly loved mother of Julie (Stu) and Brad (Andrea). She was the proud Granny of Rachel, Natalie, Hayden, Ryan,…

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Emery Silverthorn

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Reuben Emery Silverthorn  July 3, 1943 – Sept. 16, 2024 With heavy hearts, the family of Emery Silverthorn announce his passing at his home in Tillsonburg on Monday, September 16, 2024 at the age of 81 years.  Beloved husband and best friend of Marjorie (McFarlane) Silverthorn for over 57 years.  Proud and loving father of…

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Chris Drenth

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Drenth, Christian “Chris” of Aylmer passed away peacefully at home with his three daughters by his side on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 in his 96th year. Beloved husband of the late Ann(Friend) Drenth(2022). Dear father of Christey-Ann Veldman(Ed) of Lethbridge, Gwen Drenth(Scott Johnson) of Cambridge and Julia Smit of Cambridge.  Loving grandfather of Melissa, Janelle(Jordan), Michael(Kristi), Scott(Ashley), Kurtis(Michelle),…

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Peter Dekoster

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Dekoster – Petrus “Peter” Cornelis of St. Thomas, passed away on Friday, September 13, 2024, at the St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital, at the age of 87. Dearly loved partner of Darlene Wareham and loved father of Peter John Dekoster (Tammy), and Anne Marie Dekoster (Grant). Loved grandfather of Kayla, Cyllan and Brandon. Extended special…

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Ron Farrow

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Farrow, George Ronald “Ron” of Springfield passed away at Caressant Care, Mary Bucke on Thursday, September 5, 2024 in his 85th year with family by his side. Beloved husband of Mildred (Lang) Farrow. Cherished father of Kevin Farrow (Debbie) of London, Ken Farrow (Stephanie) of Belmont, and Katrina Farrow of Springfield. Loving grandfather of Mackenzie, Devon, Dustin, Darah,…

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George Vermeersch

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VERMEERSCH, George Lucien (March 15, 1942 – September 4, 2024) It is with heavy hearts that we, the family of George Vermeersch, announce his peaceful passing on September 4, 2024, at the age of 82. George, a beloved husband, father, and dedicated farmer, passed away at Woodstock General Hospital with family by his side. George…

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Gerald Odanski

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Odanski, Gerald of Port Bruce passed away peacefully at Valleyview Home, St. Thomas on Sunday, September 1, 2024 in his 74th year. Dear father of Jessica Wilson(Herman Krahn) of Aylmer. Loving grandfather of Rylee(Rick) and Ryan(Megan). Dear brother to Rosalie, Judy and Larry. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brothers Ron…

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John Loewen

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Loewen, John of Aylmer passed away peacefully at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital following a severe stroke on Saturday, August 31, 2024 in his 75th year. Beloved husband of the late Susana(Klassen) Loewen(2003). Dear father of Aber Loewen of Aylmer, Sarah Thiessen(William) of Mount Salem, Martha Carina(Aurel) of Hamilton, Lena Engelbrecht(Jeff) of Chilliwack, B.C., Erwin…

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Laurel Hevenor-Vallance

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Hevenor-Vallance, Laurel Anne passed away at AgeCare Aylmer on Thursday, August 29, 2024 in her 69th year. Beloved wife of Bill Vallance. Dear mother of Nigel Vallance of St. Thomas and Jordon Vallance(Sabrina) of Springfield. She will be missed by her grandchildren Max, Carl and Wyatt and her brothers David(Betty), Paul(Brenda) and Norman(Sheri) Hevenor. Also…

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André Lankhuijzen

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André Lankhuijzen, passed away peacefully with his family by his side at his residence on Wednesday August 28th, 2024 in his 74th year. Beloved husband of 48 years to Annemiek. Dear father and opa to Reinira, Scott, Hayden and Rylan of Canmore, Alberta. Annemarie, Duane, DeAndre, Davin and Dawson of Brampton. Anselm, Anita, Livia and…

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Liz McKenna

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McKenna, Elizabeth “Liz” of Aylmer peacefully went to be with her Lord at the St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 in her 74th year. Beloved wife of Gardner McKenna. Lovingly remembered by her daughters Angie Scott(Rick) of Aylmer and Tracy Cathers-Hicks(Joe Gale) of Lake City, Florida. Loving grandma of Olivia(David Purnell),…

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Evelyn Mooser

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It is with great sadness and heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Evelyn Ria Mooser of Belmont in her 68th year. Beloved wife of John. Loving mother of Michael (Carmi) of Fonthill, Danielle Nolan (Michael) of Springfield and Dave (Memory) of Welland. Proud grandma of Ryenn, Brenden, Benji, Niko, Winnet, Melody and Melanda…

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Maria Smit

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Smit, Maria Alice of Springfield passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 in her 73rd year. Beloved wife of Martin Smit. Dear mother of Anita Provoost(Caleb) of Parksville, B.C.,  Lori Tiemens(Patrick) of Stratford, Joe Smit(Chantale) of Ottawa and Mike Smit of Thunder Bay. Loving grandmother of Ryan(Sky), James, Hannah, Anna, Sarah and…

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Dr. Robert and Agnes Hansebout

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Dr. Robert R. Hansebout, born 1935, son of Andre and Martha, brother to Loretta (m. Peter Does). Well-respected surgeon, educator, administrator and internationally-recognized researcher. He worked as a general labourer and truck driver to fund his education. Robert gained specialist recognition in neurosurgery in Canada and the United States. Robert served as chair of the…

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