OBITUARIES

In memory of loved ones

John de Dreu

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de Dreu, Jan In His infinite wisdom, God has called our dear husband, father and Opa, Jan (John) de Dreu, home on Sunday, October 24, 2021, in his 85th year.  Beloved husband of Ann de Dreu.  Loving father of Kees (Anita) de Dreu, Suzanna (Albert) Westerhof, Marina (Joel) Schat, Piet (SharRon) de Dreu, Janneke (André)…

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Audrey Ann Barker

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Barker – Audrey Ann (Schultz) of St. Thomas passed away at the St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital on Sunday, October 24th, 2021 at the age of 77. Beloved wife of the late John R. Barker. Dearly loved mother of Richard Barker and Donna Barker. Cherished grandmother of Samantha Barker Matthews and great grandmother of Andras Springer.…

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Donald Ross Sanders

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Sanders, Donald Ross Peacefully with family at his side, at the St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital, past on Thursday, October 14, 2021, in his 90th year.  Loving father of Sharon Wilson and her husband Rick, of Aylmer; Gwen Sanders, of Woodstock; Dawn Marie Romard and her husband Gord, of St. Catherines; David Sanders and his…

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Neta Banman

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Banman, Neta of St. Thomas passed away peacefully at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Wednesday, October 20, 2021. She was 80 years old. Beloved wife of John Banman and dear mother of Rick Banman(Donna), Larry Banman(Kim) all of St. Thomas and the late Michael Banman(1968). Loving grandmother of Kristen, Alex(Victoria), Victoria, Jason and Noah. She was a proud…

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Stewart Patrick “Pat” McBrien

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The McBrien family wishes to announce the death of Stewart Patrick “Pat” McBrien, at the age of 77, following a two-year cancer illness. Pat grew up in Aylmer, ON, the son of Stewart and Helen McBrien. He moved to Halifax to study education at St. Mary’s University where he met Charlene (née Higgins) whom he…

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Patricia Johnston

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JOHNSTON, Patricia Muriel “Pat” of Aylmer, Ontario passed away peacefully on Thursday October, 21, 2021 in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late Ralph M. Johnston (2002). Pat is survived by her daughters Barbara Thorson (Doug) of Calgary, Sandra Pilkey (Tim) of Oshawa, Dorothy Jean Smale (Kim) of Aylmer and Lisa Johnston of London. Cherished…

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Betty Miedema

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Miedema, Betty (Eising – Tenhor) of Aylmer and formerly of St. Thomas passed away peacefully at her residence on Wednesday, October 20, 2021 in her 89th year. Loving mother of Robert Miedema(Debbie) of Mossley, Nancy Westerveld(John) of Chatham, Rick Miedema(Nancy) of St. Thomas, Tim Miedema(Sandra) of London, John Miedema(Sue) of Alcove, Quebec and Monica Wiebe(Peter) of St.…

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Elma Gagen

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Gagen, Elma died peacefully on Friday, October 22, 2021 at Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital. She was in her 103rd year. Born in New Liskeard, Ontario on November 29, 1918 to Wilmot and Priscilla Reid. She grew up in Copenhagen. Beloved wife of the late Bev Gagen(Dec. 2006). Predeceased by her brothers John, Dave and Ervin Reid. Survived by her…

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Darryl Claxton

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CLAXTON, Charles (Darryl) Nov 22, 1944 – Oct 17, 2021 CLAXTON, Charles “Darryl”, born November 22, 1944 in London, ON, passed away peacefully at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on October 17, 2021. Husband to Evelyn Carol Ann Abbott, father /step father to Lori Claxton (Mike), Leah Claxton-Vandenberk (Martin), Michael Abbott (Pam), Mark Abbott (Cherie),…

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Bill Henderson

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Henderson, William Frederick “Bill” of Aylmer passed away peacefully at his residence on Monday, October 18, 2021 in his 92nd year. Beloved husband of the late Marie (Hodgson-Wilson) Henderson and the late Beatrice (Winters) Henderson. Dear father of Terry Henderson of Belmont and Ted Henderson of Fredericton, New Brunswick. Loving grandfather of Mike(Angela) of Aylmer and Steve(Amber) of St.…

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Ralph Learn

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Ralph Milton Learn – October 8, 2021 Died peacefully at Georgian Bay General Hospital, Midland, Aged 90. Ralph was born at home in Aylmer, Ontario on October 11,1930 to Bruce Colver Learn and Olive Hazel Savage. Ralph spent his early years on the family farm, where he developed a lifelong love of growing and nurturing all living things,…

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John Cseff

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With his children by his side, John Cseff passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 3, 2021 after enduring a courageous 14-year battle with cancer. He was born on May 30, 1950 in Voeklabruck, Austria to the late John and Mary Cseff.  John is predeceased by his parents and his wife of 44 years, Kathryn (nee…

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Janet Guerin

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Guerin, Janet of Aylmer passed away at Sakura House on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 in her 67th year. Beloved wife of Allan Guerin. Dear mother of Kristen Vanbesien(Stacy) of Straffordville and Pamela Wiebe(Jake) of Aylmer. Loving grandmother of Madison, Abbey, Logan and Jada. She will be missed by her brother-in-law Steve Guerin(Heather), sister-in-law Kathy Guerin…

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Ronald Posthumus

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Posthumus, Ronald James of Aylmer passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 in his 59th year. He will be deeply missed by his beloved wife Marsha(Pressey) Posthumus. He was an amazing dad to Craig Posthumus(Jess), Kayla Hamm(Byron), Sherry Dunn(Mike), Amanda Dodman(Matt), Ryan Preszcator(Kerri) and Ashley Preszcator. Ron loved his grandchildren more than anything. He will be…

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Diana Anna Niville (LeClair)

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It is with sadness, we the family announce the passing of our much-loved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend to many, Diana (LeClair) Niville, at the Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital, on Monday, October 4th, 2021, at the age of 92. Born in Chatham, to the late Emiel LeClair and Irma (Herseele) LeClair. Diana is predeceased…

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Bob Brennholt

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Brennholt, Bob of London and formerly of Aylmer passed away at London Health Science Centre-University Hospital on Sunday, October 3, 2021 in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Janette (Elo) Brennholt. Dear father of Vickie Kuipers(Jamie) of Aylmer, Barbi Morris(John) of Belmont. Loving grandfather of Nicole(Brian), Dustin(Jacklyn), Kory(Kaylie) and Cailin(James). Proud great-grandfather of Lekci, Ashlyn, Zoey, Enzo, Kiptyn, Kash,…

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Dick Fehr

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Fehr, Dick of Aylmer passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Sunday, October 3, 2021 in his 76th year. Beloved husband of Margaret (Loewen) Fehr. Dear father of Cathy Harder(Abe) of St. Thomas, Rick Fehr(Eva) of Iona, Esther Klassen(Cornelius) of Aylmer and Michael Fehr of St. Thomas. Loving grandfather of Layten, Cameron, Cody, Tyler, Madison,…

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Mary Debrabandere

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Debrabandere, Mary of Aylmer passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Wednesday, September 29th, 2021 in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of Andre Debrabandere. Dear mother of Glen Debrabandere (Annette) of Aylmer and Grace Debrabandere (Jim) of Kitchener. Loving grandmother of Joel (Amanda) and Rachel. Sister of Jerome, Frans and Luc Donck. Sister-in-law of Magda, Jean and Lillian…

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John Grass

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Grass, John Ronald of Aylmer passed away at his residence after a courageous battle with cancer on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 in his 79th year. John adored and cherished his wife Carole (Milmine) Grass(married 1965). Loving father of Paul Grass(Jeannette) of  Essex, Lisa Baxter(Darren) of St. Thomas, David Grass of Nova Scotia, Philip Grass of…

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Willy Vernaet

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Vernaet, Willy of RR2, Aylmer passed away peacefully at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Saturday, September 25, 2021 in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Cecile (DeGrieck) Vernaet for 62 years. Dear father of Danny Vernaet (Erika) and loving grandfather of Lia and Brianna.  Born in Belgium on January 19, 1934, son of the late Rene…

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