OBITUARIES

Murray Leonard Stephens, professional barbecuer, amazing yodeller, hammerer of nails, expert behind the wheel, champion of the underdog, wiley card player, foot massager par excellence and King of Good Food, died at Valleyview Home St. Thomas, on Wednesday, April 24/ 2024, in his 97th year. Born on June 13, 1927, in Aylmer, he was a…

Hansebout, Agnes Margaret, born 1951, daughter of Istvan and Agnes (Vago) Bodi, passed away peacefully at her home with her family by her side after a courageous battle with cancer on Saturday, April 20, 2024. She married the love of her life, the late Dr. Robert Hansebout in Montreal and remained married until his death 43 years later.…

It is with great sadness that the family of Steven Acre announce his sudden passing on April 21, 2024.  Steve was predeceased by his dear partner Eleanor (2007), father George (1971), mother Dorothy (2018), and brother Robert (2019).  Survived by brothers John (Julie), Butch (Julie), and nieces and nephews Allison, Michael, Alyssa and Tyler.   Steve was…

DIAS, Marjorie “Midge” Eileen (nee Grass) (February 15, 1947 – April 19, 2024) The family of Midge Dias wish to announce her peaceful passing on Friday, April 19th, 2024, at AgeCare Aylmer Long Term Care at the age of 77.  Midge was a former resident of Delhi who spent her free time in her flower…

BECK, Rosalia “Rose” (nee Arnold) (December 28, 1933 – April 18, 2024) Passed away peacefully, on Thursday, April 18th, 2024, at Terrace Lodge Long Term Care, Aylmer, Rosalia (Rose) Beck, formerly a resident of Courtland, in her 91st year. Born in Hungary, to Joseph and Magdalena (Zemanko) Arnold, she will be remembered as a longtime…

Wilson Eugene (Jiggs) Morse of Tillsonburg, passed away on Friday, February 16th, 2024 in his 95th year. He is predeceased by his wife Joy (January 2023) after 73 years together. Loved by daughters, Judy Lewis (Charlie) of St Thomas, Nancy Myshrall (Orlo) of Minto NB, Jane Winkworth of Delhi, Marg Van Loy (Victor) of Eden;…

HELMER – Jeanette of Sparta, passed peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, at the St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital on Monday, April 15th, 2024 in her 85th year.  Beloved wife and best friend of James Helmer, for 65 years.  Dearly loved mother of Keith Helmer (Pam), Kim Collier (Mike) and Charlene Walker (Wade).  Cherished grandmother of…

JAMES [JIM] LEE BUIS passed away on April 11th, 2024 after a strong and courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 37 years Brenda [Maracle] Buis. Treasured father to MacKenzie and Trinity Buis, Brittany and Tory Marr, Jessie and Ashly Buis and Quincy Buis. Proud ‘Papa Jim’ to 10 beautiful grandchildren,…

Smith, Donald Eugene “Smitty” of St. Thomas passed away at the St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 in his 86th year. Beloved husband of the late Bonnie(Morrish) Smith(2010). Dear father of Todd Smith(Susan) and Tim Smith. Don will be greatly missed by Denise White(Joel). Loving grandfather of Derek(Kim), Meghan(Kevin), Lacey and…

Wiebe, Aganetha “Nettie” of St. Thomas and formerly of Aylmer, passed away peacefully at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Thursday, April 4, 2024 in her   86th year. Dear mother of Albert Wiebe(Annie), Mary Carty(Brian), Edna Verbruggen(Rene) and Linda Loewen(John). She will be missed by a number of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews.…

Monteith, Patricia Anne “Pat” of St. Thomas passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Friday, April 5th, 2024, at her residence, at the age of 76. Dearly loved wife and best friend of Edmond “Ed” Monteith and much loved mother of Matt McVeigh and Mark and his wife Kate McVeigh. Cherished grandmother of…

With loving hearts, the family of Jim (Malcom) Derek McKinnon announce his passing on March 30, 2024, in his 77th year.  Jim passed away peacefully at home, in his chair (“his spot”), with his family.  He is survived by the love of his life and caring wife, Karen McKinnon (Nesbitt) of 53 years, and his two…

Julius John Kesteloot of Fredericton, New Brunswick formerly of Aylmer, Ontario, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Friday March 22, 2024, in his 91st year. Beloved husband of Mary (Moerman) Kesteloot for 63 years.  Dear father of Ron Kesteloot of Aylmer and Linda Killough (Len) of Fredericton, NB. Proud and loving grandfather of Cameron Killough…

Poulopoulos, Gus of Aylmer passed away at Terrace Lodge on Saturday, March 23, 2024 in his 73rd year. Loving son of Stamata(Duvalis) of Tripolis, Greece and the late George Poulopoulos. Dear brother of Helen of Toronto, John(Stafra), Peter, Maria, Argentine all of Greece. He will be fondly remembered by a number of nieces and nephews. He was born in…

LONG, Barbara Jean “Barbie” of Aylmer passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Saturday, March 23, 2024 in her 79th year. Dear partner of the late Brian Holsworth (2008). Dear mother of Derrick Long (partner Kate) of London and Greg Long (wife Cynthia) of Cambridge. Loving grandmother of Brody (wife Nichole), Sarah, Jenn…

Audrey Jean Hill of Aylmer passed away peacefully at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Saturday March 23, 2024. Treasured wife of the late Arthur (Bud) Hill (2021). Dear mother of Cheryl Bido, Joe Hill (Carolyn) and Charlene Ierullo (Vito). Also survived by her brother Gary and sisters Irene, Julia, Bonnie, Shirley and half-sister of…

Cornelius (Neil) Wolfe Unrau July 27, 1958- March 20, 2024 It is with great sadness and with much love we announce the passing of Cornelius who lived his life to the fullest and will be missed by his family  and friends. His memory will be cherished by his life partner Nancy Gardner, daughters Lisa Unrau and…

WELLS – Ena “Lucille”,  peacefully at Dearness Home in London, on Saturday, March 16, 2024, 9 days before her 104th birthday. She was born in Malahide Township on March 25, 1920, the only child of Fred and Hazel (Caron) Haggan. Predeceased by her first husband William Donald Watterworth and her second husband Hubert Barclay Wells.…

Robert R. Hansebout, born 1935, son of Andre and Martha, brother to Loretta (m. Peter Does). Well-respected surgeon, educator, administrator and internationally-recognized researcher. He excelled scholastically, obtaining many scholarships and awards. He worked as a general labourer and truck driver to fund his education. Robert gained specialist recognition in neurosurgery in Canada and the United…

VIRAG, Elona Veronica Mary (March 21, 1947 – March 12, 2024) Passed away peacefully with her loving children by her side, on Tuesday, March 12th, 2024, at the St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital, Elona Veronica Mary Virag a resident of Tillsonburg in her 77th year. Born in Tillsonburg, daughter of the late Michael Virag and…