OBITUARIES

MACIULIS, John “Big John” born January 6, 1920, a long time resident of Catt Line in Aylmer passed away at his latest residence of 4 years at Elgin Manor, St. Thomas. John was a Proud Lithuanian & Dedicated Tobacco Farmer most of his life, enjoying winters in Miami Beach. Faithful Member of St. Casimir’s Lithuanian…

PHILLIPS, Mary Ellen (Esler) in her 90th year. Peacefully at Marian Villa Hospital, London on Tuesday, December 24, 2019. Predeceased by her husband Bob Phillips (2002). Mary lived in Aylmer, Dorchester and for over 70 years on the 2nd Concession of Westminster Township. Mary was born on May 27, 1930, daughter of Bill and Minnie…

DEVISON, Catherine Elizabeth nee Kelly September 5,1930 – December 16, 2019. It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our Mom, Betty. With our inherit ability to love that was instilled by our parents we will continue to pass on Mom’s many attributes, unconditional love, caring ,respect, kindness, generosity, love of sports,…

OWEN, Kenneth Murray “Buckie” of Aylmer passed away peacefully with family by his side at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Tuesday, December 17, 2019 in his 82nd year. Beloved husband of Gwen (Hainer) Owen. Loving father of Lisa McLain (Ron) of Aylmer. Dear grandfather of Crystal, Kelly and R.J. and great-grandfather of Gracey, Caiden,…

Wereley, Irene of Aylmer passed away peacefully at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Wednesday, December 18, 2019.  She was 92. Beloved wife of the late Hubert Wereley (1992). Loving mother of Patricia Krug (Stan) of Thamesford and Jim Wereley of London. Dear grandmother of Sara St. Jean (Kevin) and Ryan Krug(Amanda) and great-grandmother of…

SHACKELTON, Carol Ann of Aylmer passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Sunday, December 15, 2019.  She was 77 years old. Beloved wife of Ron Shackleton.  Dear mother of Deb Harris (Rick), Terry Shackleton (Kate) and Allan “Harv” Shackleton (Melissa). Loving grandmother of Sean (Dani), Marc (Sam), Lauren, Devin (Kirstynn), Stevie (Mike), Clarke,…

It is with broken hearts we announce the passing of Marcy Maracle of St. Thomas, who passed away at her residence on Sunday, December 15, 2019 in her 46th year. Beloved wife of Brad Congdon. Loving mother of Sara and Charlie. Dear sister of Patricia Maracle Grogan (Jay) and aunt of Alex and Kyle. Also…

SAWATZKY, Anna of Aylmer passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Tuesday, December 10, 2019 in her 71st year. Beloved wife of Franz Sawatzky. Dear mother of Neil (Kathy) of Aylmer, Jacob (Margie) of Eden, Frank (Heather) of Springfield, Lisa Rempel (John) of Belize, Peter (Margaret) of Springfield, Susanna Bueckert (Henry) of Alberta,…

ZIMMER, Robert Joseph It is with profound sadness that the family of Robert Joseph Zimmer announces his passing after a brave battle with cancer, on Sunday December 8th, 2019, at the age of 74. Bob passed peacefully in the comfort of his own home, surrounded by his cherished family. Bob will be remembered by his…

NEVILL, James R. “Jim” of St. Thomas, passed away at his residence on Monday, December 2, 2019, in his 75th year.  Son of Marion (née Anderson) Nevill Armstrong and the late Ross W. Nevill (1997).  Father of Jim Nevill (Mary-Ann), and Jerry Nevill (Victoria), and grandfather of Kaitlin, Jacob, and Trey Nevill.  Brother of Janet…

Underhill, Lisa of Tillsonburg passed away at her residence on Monday, December 2, 2019 in her 50th year. Beloved daughter of the late Marvin and Margaret (Gunstone) Underhill. Dear sister of Randy Underhill and wife Mary, David Underhill, Teri Widner and husband Mark and Chris Underhill. She will be missed by her nieces and nephews…

Inspector J. Larry Kneale (Ret.) completed his journey at hawkswood with his family by his side on Tuesday, November 26, 2019.  Born in Woodstock on February 28, 1936.  Survived by his loving wife Carol(Irwin), sons David(LouAnn) of Brantford, Mike Kneale of Don Mills, daughters Rhonda Fabian of Tillsonburg and Linda Fabian(James) of Lambeth.  He will be…

BLYTH, Mary Adelia (1919-2019) Peacefully, in her sleep at Valleyview Home in St. Thomas on Friday, November 22, 2019, Mary Adelia (Hayward) Blyth, formerly of Port Burwell, passed away shortly before her 100th birthday.  Beloved wife of the Late Charles Blyth (1998).  Proud and loving mother of her daughter Minnie Brown of Port Burwell.  Cherished grandmother…

GELING, Marsha We are deeply saddened to announce that CST. Marsha Geling of the Aylmer Police Department lost her battle with cancer yesterday. She was an ever affectionate person who cared deeply about every individual she knew. A proud member and volunteer for many organizations, not limited just to Aylmer, Marsha was an involved member of…

SCHMIDT, Robert “Bobby” of Windsor passed away at Caressant Care Mary Bucke, St. Thomas on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 in his 70th year. Loving brother of Helen Patterson(late Alfred) and brother-in-law of Sharon Vance. He will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by sister Nancy Collins and brothers Jimmy Vance and Brian Schmidt. …

STEWART, Ruth Lucille of Chartwell, Aylmer passed away peacefully at her residence on Tuesday, November 5, 2019 in her 78th year. Loving mother of John Stewart of Eden. Dear sister of Marilyn Pettit, Laura Kenn and Carol Holditch (Donald). Also survived by a number of nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brothers Harold, John, Roy and…

WERELEY, Truus of Aylmer passed away peaceful-ly at her residence on Thurs-day, October 31, 2019. She was 94. Beloved wife of the late Douglas George Wereley (1991). Dear mother of Barba-ra Ann Nesbitt (Bob) of Ayl-mer and Perry Wereley of Aylmer. Loving grandmother of Jason (Juli) and Jodi (Corny). Great-grandmother of Owen, Joey, Madison and…

Hamm, Abram “Abe” of Aylmer passed onto his glory at the St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Wednesday, October 30, 2019 in his 76th year. Beloved husband of Annie (Friesen) Hamm for 54 years. Dear father of Elizabeth Hamm, Helen Inger(Ted), Henry(Claire), Abe(Susan) and Will.  Loving grandfather of Keven, Lexi, Jason(Kristen), Jordan, Shelby, Zoey, Quinn,…

KLASSEN, Anna, 70, went home to Jesus on Tuesday, October 22, 2019. Anna was born on July 12, 1949 in Cuauhtemoc, Chihuahua, México, the second of five children of Anna Heide and Peter Fehr Klassen. Anna was a devoted and beloved mother to Adriana Klassen, and a very proud new grandmother to Imogen “Idgie” Humpartzoomian.…