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Tina Bergen

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Bergen, Tina of Aylmer passed away at Parkwood Hospital on February 7, 2025 in her 85th year. Beloved wife of Andrew Bergen. Dear mother of Abe Bergen(Debra Sadler) of St. Thomas, Sara Froese of Tillsonburg, Menno Bergen(Helena) of Wallacetown, Martha Calvank(Daryl) of Aylmer, Judi Hill(Barrie) of Luton and Elena Janzen(Andy) of Windsor. Dear sister of…

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Carol McLay

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McLay, Carol Yvonne formerly of Aylmer passed away at Elgin Manor on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Peter McLay (2008) and the late Ted White (1967). Dear mother of Lynne Stephens (Tim) of Coquitlam, B.C., Dick White (Lynne) of Iroquois Falls, Sally Hare (Tom) of Burlington and…

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Darlene Parker

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Parker, Darlene of Aylmer passed away peacefully at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 in her 84th year. Beloved wife of Al Parker. Dear mother of Jack Balsdon, Angie Drummond (Carl), Debra Felder (late Don) and Jerry Parker (Kim). Loving grandmother of Jessica, Zac, Jackie (Nate), Korey, Kyler, Joe (Abigail), Katie (Curtis) and Jamie.…

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Lon Whaley

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Whaley, Patrick “Lon” passed away surrounded by his loving family on January 16, 2025 at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket in his 78th year. Beloved husband of Ann (Moore) Whaley for 58 years. Cherished father of Trish (Ed) Lamers and Tracey (Kelly) Antonissen. Adored Grandpa to Craig, Dylan, Jordan Lamers, Ashley (Garrett) Nicol, Kelsey…

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Pam McDowell

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Pamella “Pam” Susanne McDowell passed away peacefully at home in Port Rowan on January 27, 2025, surrounded by love. Pam was born in St Thomas on August 10, 1947. She was the youngest of four and, as her sister tells it, took that role seriously, often hiding in the bathroom to avoid the dishes after…

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Yvonne Gough

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Gough, Yvonne of Aylmer passed away peacefully at Sakura House on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 in her 85th year. Beloved wife of Bill Gough. Dear mother of David Gough(Brenda) of Ottawa and Glenn Gough of Tillsonburg. She will be missed by her brother-in-law Clarence Seward Gough and sister-in-law Donna Caughell. Also survived by a number of nieces and…

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Bill Moosberger

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Moosberger, William “Bill” of London passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025 in his 77th year. Loving father of Jeffery Moosberger (Sandra) of London and Mark Moosberger (Billie) of Corunna. He will be sadly missed by his grandchildren Danielle, Amber, Kaylie, Megan and Ryan and his great-granddaughter Brynlee. Also survived by his brother Henry and…

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Ernest Gough

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Ernest Francis Gough, 90, passed away on January 18, 2025. He was a beloved great-grandfather, grandfather, father, husband, uncle, brother, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Ernest was born on November 22, 1934, in Springfield, Ontario. In the early years of his life, Ernest found work and a home…

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Morgan Graham

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Graham, Morgan of Aylmer passed away with her family by her side at London Health Science Centre- Victoria Hospital on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 in her 26th year. Cherished daughter of Dr. David and Elise (Van Den Hurk) Graham. Dear sister of Leslie, Julie (Reuben), Samantha and Jennifer. She will be dearly missed by her niece Sloane…

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Coby Knibbe

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Knibbe, Coby of Aylmer passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 in her 68th year. Beloved wife of Harry Knibbe. Dear mother of Anthony(Kristine) of Barrie, Mike(Tanya) of Chatham, Jamie(Amy) of St. Thomas and Amy Voortman(Benj) of St. George. Loving Oma of Annaka, Markus,…

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Sheila Johnson

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JOHNSON – Sheila Jean passed away peacefully Sunday, January 12, 2025 at the St Thomas Elgin General Hospital with family by her side, sharing precious memories of times with her at the age of 83.  Her loving husband, Karl Beverley Kennedy took amazing care of her right until her last breath.  Dear mother of Lillian…

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Percy Whitcroft

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Percy Wayne Whitcroft After a long and well-lived life, Percy passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at St Thomas Elgin General Hospital.  Born July 1, 1940, on the farm near Dunboyne, 4th of 6 kids of Charles and Irene Whitcroft. He was predeceased by his wife Gloria (Hepburn) in 2002.   Survived by his wife…

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Frank Couture

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Couture, Joseph “Frank” of Port Burwell passed away peacefully with his family by his side at his residence on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 in his 74th year. Beloved husband of Verna (Saxton)Couture. Dear father of Jennifer(Luis) and Christopher(Samantha). Frank will also be missed by 8 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and his mother-in-law Shirley Saxton. Brother of Theresa(Laurie), Helen(Edmond), Emily, Marie(Donald),…

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Dave Mannell

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Mannell, David Russell of Aylmer passed away with his family by his side at London Health Science Centre- Victoria Hospital on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 in his 69th year. Dear father of Christina Hodgins(Kevin) of Aylmer and Jesse Mannell(Kim) of St. Thomas. Loving grandpa of Kailey, Madison and Maverick. Son of Florence(Makins) Mannell of Tillsonburg and the late…

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Margaret Thiessen

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Thiessen, Margaret of Aylmer passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Sakura House on Friday, January 3, 2025 in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late John Thiessen(2005). Dear mother of Ben Thiessen(Annie), Jake Thiessen(Nettie), Anna Miller(Gerard), Margaret Klassen(Pete), Helen Scott, Susan Macaulay(Rob), Dave Thiessen(Mary), Peter Thiessen(Nancy), Kathy Fehr(Pete) and Rudy Thiessen(Nancy). Also survived by…

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Barbara Hunsperger

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Hunsperger, Barbara of Wellesley and formerly of Aylmer passed away at Stratford General Hospital on Thursday, December 26, 2024 in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Gerry Hunsperger(2015). Dear mother of Joanne Boss (Mike) and the late Susan Rausa (2021)(Rick) and Douglas Hunsperger(2012). Barb was very devoted to her family and she will be…

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Frances Fairweather

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Fairweather, Frances Elizabeth passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Extendicare Port Stanley on Thursday, January 2, 2025 in her 99th year. Beloved wife of the late David Fairweather(2018). Dear mother of Joanne of Vancouver, British Columbia, Mark(Karen) of St. Thomas, Libby of Turner Valley, Alberta, Michael(Lisa) of Port Stanley, Susanne of London and…

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Shahreena Rahman

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It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Shahreena Rahman on Friday December 27, 2024. Shahreena will be remembered for her kindness and compassion. She served the local community faithfully providing optical services as the owner and optometrist at East Elgin Optometry. May you rest in peace Shahreena.  

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Richard Foster

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Foster, Charles “Richard” passed away peacefully at the St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Sunday, December 22, 2024, at the age of 81. His best friend and beloved wife Helen (Murphy) Foster was by his side. Richard was the adored father of Lisa Foster (Doug), Richard Foster (Michele) and Julian Foster (Jessica). Cherished Grandpa and…

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Ronald Charles Tanner

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Ronald Charles Tanner July 22, 1962 – December 21, 2024 After a courageous battle with cancer, Ron chose the time and place of his going, peacefully, at his farm near Springfield, Ontario on Saturday, December 21, 2024. Cherished husband of Susan Procop-Tanner and beloved son of Sonja Tanner-Kaplash and Ronald John Tanner, Sr. Ron is…

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