Obituaries

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 Marg (Lane Small), his children ... Read more.

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), Mable, Paul(Debbie), Leonard(Linda) and Gerry. ... Read more.

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 Russell Mannell. Brother of Patricia ... Read more.

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 her two sisters Susan and ... Read more.

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 especially missed by her grandchildren ... Read more.

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 Christine(Ron) of Aylmer.  She will ... Read more.

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.   ... Read more.

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 Papa to Nathan (Gabrielle), Emily, ... Read more.

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 also survived by his sister, ... Read more.

Taylor, Bette “Marlene” of Belmont died peacefully at London Health Science Centre-Victoria Hospital on Christmas day, December 25, 2024 in her 87th year. Beloved wife of the late Ralph Taylor(2012). Dear mother of James Taylor(Darlene) of Belmont and John Taylor(Patricia) of North Vancouver, British Columbia. Loving grandmother of Trianna Landon(Devin), Aonghas Taylor, Quinlan Taylor and great-grandmother of Thatcher and Vada Landon. Sister of Barbara ... Read more.