Obituaries

Walter Gilbert Verstraeten of Aylmer, Ontario, passed away peacefully with his family by his side at the St.Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, in his 86th year. Beloved husband of Madeline (Moerman) Verstraeten for 62 years. Father of Mary-anne Kerkhove (Jamie) and Rose Anne Kuiper (Rob). Proud grandfather of Jessica Toth (Bence), Linsey Pecile (Adrian), Rechelle Kuiper, ... Read more.

Hobbs, Joan Rosemary beloved wife of the late Bob Hobbs, passed away at Mount Hope on Monday, June 15, 2026 at the age of 101. Mother of Wendy Watters(Pat), Lorrie Bouchard(Mark) and Gary Hobbs(Heather). Grandmother of Nicole Wise(Jon), Pamela Regier(Adam), Angela Campbell(Scott), Cindy Chan(Jeremy), Scott Bouchard(Sarah) and Stephanie Hobbs. Also survived by her brother Don(late Muriel) and a number of great-grandchildren, ... Read more.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Edna Borremans (nee Edwards) on June 3, 2026 at St. Thomas General Hospital, surrounded by the love of her family. Edna was predeceased by her husband, Albert Borremans in 2012. She was a devoted and loving mother to Pat Grau (Willy) of St. Thomas, John Borremans of St. Thomas ... Read more.

Roberts, David of Sparta passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Saturday, June 13, 2026. He was 78 years old. Beloved husband of Marie (Bond) Roberts. Dear father of Elena Roberts, Darryl Roberts and Emily Glover (Adam). Loving grandfather of Alan, Justin and Ethan. Brother of Evangeline Little (Ray) and brother-in-law of Alice Goodall. He will be missed ... Read more.

John Hordyk, born June 10, 1935 in s-Gravenzande, The Netherlands, was called to his eternal home on Thursday, June 11, 2026, in Aylmer, Ontario, at the age of 91 years and one day. After a short illness, John passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family. We give thanks that he is now in the presence of his Saviour, whom he ... Read more.

BODE, Thelma (Zurbrigg) formerly of Seaforth. Thelma passed away peacefully at her home in Harbour Hill Retirement Residence, Goderich on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Donald Bode (1990). Cherished mom of Joanne and Dennis Drennan of Goderich, and Paul and Margo Bode of Aylmer. Proud grandma of Philip and Ansley Drennan of Waterloo, ... Read more.

Schnekenburger, Roy of Aylmer passed away at Woodingford Lodge Tillsonburg on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. He was 83 years old. Beloved husband of Gloria(Wilson) Schnekenburger. Dear father of Shirley Becht(Bob) of Tillsonburg, Laurie Beech(Steve) of St. Thomas and Roy Schnekenburger Jr.(Shannon) of Tillsonburg. Loving grandfather of Ashley, Meagan(Kyle), Katie, Kyle(Shanna), Brittany(Josh), Maxx and Hilton. He will be missed by 7 great-grandchildren. ... Read more.

Surrounded by family, Ralph Pettit passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on June 5, 2026 in his 89th year. He is predeceased by his beloved wife Joyce (Hounsell), his parents Melvin and Clara and his brothers Murray and Neil. He was born August 10, 1937 and was raised on the family farm near Belmont. He enjoyed farming, his family, ... Read more.

It is with profound sadness we share that on June 4, 2026 Toni Vanmillingen at the age of 92, tragically and unexpectedly left this world but left behind the many people he loved and who loved him with so many cherished memories. Toni had a twinkle in his eye and a mischievous Dutch smirk that usually meant he was up ... Read more.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Christopher (Chris) Adam Shaver, who passed away peacefully on June 3, 2026, at the age of 40. Chris was born on October 4, 1985, in Richmond, British Columbia. From an early age, he possessed a quiet strength, unwavering determination, and deep sense of loyalty that would come to define ... Read more.