OBITUARIES

Ball, Donald of Aylmer passed away at his residence on Sunday, February 5, 2023 in his 72nd year. Loving uncle to Crystal(Dave), Toby(Bruce), Dawn(Sean) and great uncle to Ella, Jacob, Liam and Jack. Born in St. Thomas, Ontario on December 11, 1951, son of the late Allan and Kathleen (Rockefeller). Donnie and his father Allan…

Honsinger, Nettie of St. Thomas and longtime resident of Aylmer, passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Tuesday, February 7, 2023 in her 77th year. Beloved wife of the late Michael Honsinger(1976). Loving mother of Lisa Mills (Lee) of St. Thomas and Murray Honsinger(Violet) of London. Dear grandmother of Brittany(Cody) and the late Valerie(2020). Dear sister…

BRADFIELD, Dale June 4, 1944 – January 14, 2023 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dale Bradfield in his 79th year, on Saturday, January 14, 2023. Dale was predeceased by his partner, Fran Johnston (2009). Lovingly remembered by his children, Dale Matthew (Charlotte), Trina (Brad), Dan (Michelle) and their mother…

Prosser, Dorothy Marion of Aylmer passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Monday, February 6, 2023 in her 80th year. Beloved wife of the late Douglas Prosser. Dear mother of the late Douglas Prosser, Doreen Giesbrecht(Kevin) and Don Prosser. Loving grandma of Sean(Lisa), Josh, Lindsay, Justin, Randi, Terri and Brian and great-grandma of…

Smith, Rachel Alexandra of Aylmer passed away in St. Thomas on Saturday, February 4, 2023 in her 33rd year. She will be forever missed by her son Jackson “Jack”, who was her pride and joy. She was the loving daughter of Jeffrey and Jocelyn (Corless) Smith, and dear sister of Kara Mayer (David) of Belleville and…

Peter James Weese  It is with heavy hearts that we announce that Peter Weese has passed away peacefully on January 29th of this year, having just celebrated his 70th birthday. Born in Napanee Ontario on January 1st, 1953, to the late Claude and Betty Weese; the best New Year’s gift they could have hoped for.…

Kelly, Helen Rose of Aylmer passed away peacefully surrounded by family at her home on Monday, January 30th, 2023 in her 91st year. Loving wife and best friend of the late Cy Kelly (2016).  Proud mother of Anne Marie Kelly, Kathy van Kasteren(Jack), Barbara Kelly and Stephen Kelly(Sandi). Loving grandma of Jessica, Tom (Trish), Jill, Aaron(Tereza), Daniel,…

It is with profound sadness that the family of Wayne Peter Zimmer, announces his passing on Sunday January 29th, 2023, at the age of 69.  Wayne will be remembered by his loving wife of 50 years, Patricia Zimmer, his children Greg (Suzy), Ryan (Emma) and Trisha and his beloved grandchildren, Erica, Maggie, Owen, Rachel, Abbigail,…

Durkee, Donald Stanley of Aylmer passed away at The Manor Village London on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 in his 89th year. Beloved husband of Judy (Albrant) Durkee. Loving father of Pete Durkee(Kim) of Aylmer and Mary Ellen Robb (Terry) of Hamilton. He will be missed by several nieces. Predeceased by his sister Hazel McConnell.  Born…

Morse, Joy Marie of Tillsonburg, passed away peacefully, at Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital on Sunday, January 22, 2023, in her 92nd year. Loving wife of Wilson Eugene “Jiggs” Morse. Dear and loving mother of Judy Lewis(Charlie) of St. Thomas, Bill Morse of Tillsonburg, Ron Morse(Laila) of Haliburton, Nancy Myshrall(Orlo) of Minto, NB., Jane Winkworth of…

James Godwin Fuller November 17, 1939 – January 21, 2023 James Godwin Fuller passed away peacefully, with his family by his side, at the age of 83 years on Saturday, January 21, 2023.  Born in St. Thomas, Ontario to the late James and Zita Fuller (nee Godwin).  Husband and best friend for over 61 years…

Marjorie Hanson Your Hug Meant the World Nobody else held me so tight Or made me feel so right No one’s eyes shined so bright with love As my mom, who is now high above.                                     -Tamsen Butler…

Hutchison, Georgie Violet Georgina ‘Georgie’ (Beach) Hutchison, of St. Jacobs and formerly of Clifford & Oakville, died peacefully on Saturday, January 21, 2023, in her 90th year. Wife of the late P. Bruce Hutchison (2021).  Mother of Pat Davis (Don) of Beamsville, Rob (Tracey) of Elmira, and Chris Hutchison-Hounsell (Lyndon) of Wales, and mother-in-law of…

Doucet, Donald Joseph It is with deep sadness that the family announce the passing of Donald Joseph Doucet on January 16, 2023 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was in his 80th year. Loving husband of Jean Doucet. Loving father to Dean Doucet, Lisa Brown (Jason) and Allison Furtado (John). Cherished grandfather of Emily,…

Barham, Bruce of St. Thomas and formerly of Aylmer passed away at Elgin Manor on Sunday, January 15, 2023 in his 80th year. Beloved husband of the late Myrna (Laur) Barham(2018). Dear father of Duane Barham(Brenda) of Aylmer and Michelle Gillies(Brad) of St. Thomas. Loving grandfather of Jason, Emily(Scott), Haley(Jake) and Braydon. Brother of Glenna De…

CHAPLOW – Clifford and Marie Have completed their 72-year life journey together, peacefully with their children Mark Chaplow (Kathy) and Beth Chaplow Secord (Steve) by their side. Both Cliff and Marie were long standing members of Knox Presbyterian Church. Cliff served as an Elder for many years. Marie was a member of the Church choir,…

Hainer, Roy Emerson of Port Burwell passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Thursday, January 12, 2023 in his 74th year. Dear friend of Trudy Gillespie.  Former husband of Brenda Hainer. Loving father of Jeff(Tracy) of Brockville, Steven and Raymond of London. Grandfather of Destiny and Chance. Brother of Betty Pendreigh(late Bill), Gwen…

Young, Michael of St. Thomas passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Monday, January 9, 2023 in his 59th year. Husband of Trudy Graham-Young. Loving father of Brittany (Chad) of Montana and Becca (Justin) of St. Thomas. Dear grandfather of Maddex, Piper and Bennett. Brother of Marvin, Mark, Dean, Darrell and Dale Young. Predeceased by a…

Macdonald, Carolyn of St. Thomas and formerly of Aylmer, passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Monday, January 9, 2023 in her 85th year. Beloved wife of the late John A. “Jack” Macdonald(2001). Loving mother of John Macdonald(Michele Frappier) of Port Stanley. Proud grandmother of Jeffery Macdonald(Jessie), Devon Macdonald(Trista) and Brooklyn Dalby(Dallas). Great-grandmother…