Obituaries

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. Brother of Audrie Van Luven ... Read more.

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 Kylie (Brett). He adored his ... Read more.

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 of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Predeceased ... Read more.

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 and deep devotion to the ... Read more.

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 February 25, 2017. To this ... Read more.

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), Jessie(Tyler) and Kelsey(Adam). Also survived ... Read more.

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 Quick of St. Thomas. Sadly ... Read more.

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 was the last surviving member ... Read more.

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.  To know John was to ... Read more.

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), Bill (Ann Marie), and Marlene ... Read more.