Obituaries

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 Geoff White of Pitt Meadows, ... Read more.

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. She will be missed by ... Read more.

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 and Alex Antonissen. Lon was ... Read more.

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 dinner. Pam soon learned a ... Read more.

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 nephews. Predeceased by her sister ... Read more.

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 sisters  Elizabeth, Peggy, Joanne and ... Read more.

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 in Toronto, Ontario. This is ... Read more.

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 and a number of aunts, ... Read more.

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, Payton, Breya, Aleah, David, Blair, ... Read more.

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 Johnson (Kevin), Sharon Renaud (Rodger) ... Read more.