Obituaries

Rempkens (DeKoster) Mary Lou, formerly of Aylmer passed peacefully at CCC St. Thomas General Hospital on Wednesday, January 9, 2019 in her 81st year.  Predeceased by her beloved husband Henk Rempkens.  Dear mother of Pete Rempkens and wife Ginger of Aylmer, and Rick Rempkens and wife Marie of Springfield.  Loving Oma of Mike, Alisha, Jaimie Lynn and Erick.  Also survived ... Read more.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Howard Hugh Phillips, surrounded by loved ones at University Hospital in London on Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at the age of 63 years.  Beloved husband and best friend of Linda (Ralf) Phillips for 35 years.  Proud and loving father of Joshua and Nathan (Serenity) both at home.  Dear brother ... Read more.

FLEMING, Edith Ann – Born May 5, 1939, Edythe Ann left us suddenly on January 2, 2019.  She was predeceased by her husband, Gerald Workman Fleming in 1993, and her parents, Mary and William Phinney.  EA touched many lives during her career as both nurse and teacher at S.T.E.G.H. School of Nursing and Fanshawe College.  She was a talented quilter, ... Read more.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our brother and friend. Budd passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with lung cancer at the St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital on Friday, January 4, 2019. Born on August 9, 1957, Budd was in his 62nd year. Husband of the late Lisa Tweedie, dear brother of Bonnie Tillotson Hernandez, ... Read more.

WRIGHT, Dr. Donald Leslie of St. Thomas and formerly of Aylmer passed away peacefully at a hospital he enjoyed practicing at, St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Saturday, January 5, 2019 in his 95th year. Beloved husband of Ellen “Nell” (Elsey) Wright for 68 wonderful years. Dear father of Diane Zimmer (Bill) of Calgary, Alberta and their children Jeff, Rochelle ... Read more.

BOGART, Pamela Sheila formerly of Springfield passed away at Caressant Care on Bonnie Place, St. Thomas on January 3, 2019 in her 93rd year.  Beloved wife of the late Leo Bogart (2012).  Dear mother of Reg Bogart and wife Joan of St. Thomas, Judy Veres and husband Lloyd of Windsor, Brian Bogart of Acton, Dale Bogart and wife Mary of ... Read more.

Surrounded by love with his family at his side, Tom Hooghiem “Hoogie” passed suddenly on Jan. 3, 2019 at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital.  Beloved soulmate of Wendy Cowie.  A loving dad, he will be dearly missed by his daughter Jodie (John) Costa of Ilderton.  Loving grandfather “Bubba” to Cameron and Mason Costa.  Tom is pre-deceased by his son T.J. ... Read more.

David Wagler, 97, died Dec. 26, 2018. He was born Dec. 10, 1921 in Montgomery, Indiana, to Joseph and Sarah (Lengacher) Wagler. Surviving are 11 children: Rosemary (Joseph Gascho) Aylmer, ON; Magdalena (Raymond Marner) Donalds, S.C.; Joseph (Iva Mae) Mays Lick, KY; Naomi (Alvin Yutzy) Huntsville, AR.; Jesse (Lynda) Abbeville, S.C.; Rachel (Lester Yutzy), Hutchinson, KS.; Stephen (Wilma) Bird-in-Hand, PA.; ... Read more.

POORTINGA, Iep of Aylmer and formerly of Harrietsville passed away at Chartwell Home on Sunday, January 6, 2019 in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of Nelly (Beekhof) Poortinga and the late Stella (Douma) Poortinga (1987). Dear father of Randy Poortinga (Bettina) of Harrietsville, Monica Paulin (Christian) of San Jose, CA, Diane Boonstoppel (Marco) of Dumfries, New Brunswick. Step-father of Carla (Martin), ... Read more.

STOVER, Howard Francis of Kingsmill passed away at his residence on Wednesday, January 2, 2019 in his 93rd year.  Beloved husband of Betty (Taylor) Stover for over 66 years.  Dear father of Ken Stover (Mary).  Loving grandfather of Beth (Bob), Tony, Sarah, Stephanie (Mike) and great-grandfather of Alexis and Faye.  Survived by sister-in-law Reta Stover. He will be missed by ... Read more.