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Barrie, Mississauga, and Ottawa, Ontario.

Dianne Mary Craig

Dianne Mary Craig

Aug 4, 2025

Dianne Mary Craig sadly passed away on Monday evening, August 4th 2025 at Toronto General Hospital at the age of 68. Dianne defied the odds, diagnosed with Metastatic Breast Cancer in 2016.

Dianne lived with cancer for 9 years and showed us how to make the best of the years given, full of cheer and kindness, she navigated valiantly through cancer.

Dianne...

Michael "Mike" Steven Rooney

Michael "Mike" Steven Rooney

Aug 4, 2025

Mike was writing a story, a story forever written in our hearts. 

Mike went into the hospital on Thursday, July 31st, 2025 with Cardiac Arrest. He later passed away with his Family by his side on Monday, August 4th, 2025.

Mike is leaving behind his two children. Robbyn Rooney and Zachery Rooney both by Josephine(Joann) Curl. Mike has two beautiful grandchildren by...

Jim (James) Hart Over

Jim (James) Hart Over

Aug 3, 2025

We are sad to announce the passing of Jim (James) Hart Over at the age of 86 on August 3, 2025. Jim was born February 8, 1939, in Clydebank, Scotland to James and Jeannie (Marshall Hart). He married his first sweetheart and love, Irene Kirk, on August 26, 1960. He moved his family from Scotland to South Africa and then...

Lucille Simone Lalonde (Nee Dubé)

Lucille Simone Lalonde (Nee Dubé)

Aug 1, 2025

Lucille Simone Lalonde, Loose Wheel to some (Nee Dubé) passed away peacefully on August 1, 2025, at the age of 86, surrounded by her beloved husband and children at Queensway Carleton Hospital in Ottawa. Lucille was a cherished member of her family and will be remembered for her kindness, humor, and unwavering love for those around her.

She is survived by...

Paul André Lamontagne

Paul André Lamontagne

Jul 31, 2025

Sadly Paul André Lamontagne passed away Thursday, July 31st, 2025 at the age of 76.  He is survived by his brother Marc.  He was predeceased by his father Léopold, mother Cécile, brother Denis, and sister Marie. He leaves behind nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.

Please note that there will be a celebration of life at the Local Heroes Sports Bar...

Eldwyth de Roché

Eldwyth de Roché

Jul 31, 2025

Our hearts are full of treasured memories as we share that our cherished time with Eldwyth de Roché (née Barrow) has come to an end. On July 31, 2025, just 3 days shy of her 83rd birthday, she was called home by her Heavenly Father.

Eldwyth was born in Port of Spain, Trinidad, into a large family. In her youth, her...

Helga Elisabeth Rudolph

Helga Elisabeth Rudolph

Jul 31, 2025

It is with profound sadness we announce the sudden passing of our mother Helga Elisabeth Rudolph at Gilmore Lodge Fort Erie at age 87.Deepest sympathies are extended to her daughter Patricia Horner (Carl), stepson Brian Rudolph (Jennifer) and stepdaughter Brigitte Rudolph (Ron). Loving Oma to Bailey Rudolph and Justin Moase. Helga is survived by her brother Wilfred Strasdat (Tanja) in...

Alexandra Rose “Sandy” Lascu

Alexandra Rose “Sandy” Lascu

Jul 31, 2025

In Loving Memory of Alexandra Rose “Sandy” LascuJuly 11, 1969–July 31, 2025With heavy hearts and deep love, we share the passing of Alexandra Rose Lascu, affectionately known as Sandy, who left us peacefully on July 31, 2025, at the age of 56. She was surrounded by the love and prayers of her family.Sandy was the beloved wife of Eduard “Eddie”...

George Timothy Vetzal

George Timothy Vetzal

Jul 31, 2025

A huge limb has fallen from our family tree...

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of George Timothy Vetzal, who left this world peacefully at his home in Newcastle on July 31, 2025, surrounded by love and his beloved animals, facing his favourite view.

George was the beloved husband of Dianne (Bowler) for 38 years. Together they were best friends, soulmates,...

Zbigniew Peter Rafalko

Zbigniew Peter Rafalko

Jul 31, 2025

Many of you knew him as a larger than life figure who was jovial and bombastic, always laughing and joking around. I invite everyone who is able to come and pay your respects.

Visitation: Wednesday, August 6, 7-9pm - St. John's at Dixie (737 Dundas St E, Mississauga, ON L4Y 2B5)

Funeral Mass: Thursday, August 7, 11am - St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish...

Gilbert Courchaine

Gilbert Courchaine

Jul 31, 2025

Gilbert Courchaine, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away on July 31, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on September 22, 1955, Gilbert lived a life characterized by love, devotion, and a passion for the joys of family and the great outdoors.

Pre-deceased by his parents Irene and Jacques Courchaine, and sisters Jackie (late Glen Holland),Rolande (Vic Fournel),Jaelle...

Bradley Gordon Walters

Bradley Gordon Walters

Jul 30, 2025

It is with deep sadness and fond remembrance that we announce the passing of Bradley Gordon Walters, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, who passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025, at the Montfort Hospital in Ottawa, Ontario, surrounded by his loving family after a long and courageous battle with end-stage COPD.

Born on October 23, 1936, in Journois, Newfoundland and...

Gavin Ruddock

Gavin Ruddock

Jul 29, 2025

It is with deep sadness that the family of Gavin Ruddock, of Toronto, Ontario, announce his passing on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at the age of 88. Gavin was a beloved father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend to many.

Born to the late Hugh George Ruddock and Gretel Hetley Emina Ruddock, Gavin lived a life full of resilience, warmth, and adventure....

Whelda Roberta Jenkins

Whelda Roberta Jenkins

Jul 28, 2025

Whelda Roberta Jenkins passed away peacefully on July 28, 2025, just two days prior to her 90th birthday, at Bradford Valley Community Care Home in Bradford, Ontario.Born on July 30, 1935, in Creemore, Ontario, Whelda lived a life marked by quiet strength, kindness, and devotion to her family and friends. Over the years, she worked as both a bank teller...

Vernie Gwyneth Persaud

Vernie Gwyneth Persaud

Jul 27, 2025

PERSAUD, Vernie Gwyneth (nee: Annamunthodo) - Born on January 17, 1932 in Essequibo, British Guiana. Passed away peacefully at Credit Valley Hospital on Sunday, July 27, 2025 at the age of 93.

Beloved wife of Bidda Persaud for 71 years. Loving mother of Danny (Orie), Jagg, Raj (Rosie), Bimal, Vee (Lynn), and her only daughter Jan (Michel). Cherished grandmother of Frederick,...

Sandra Baird Forbes

Sandra Baird Forbes

Jul 26, 2025

Sandra Baird Forbes, a beloved whirlwind of joy and laughter, left this world surrounded by so much love on July 26th, 2025, at the age of 66 after the bravest fight against cancer. Born on April 24,1959, in Wimbledon, England, Sandra’s infectious humor and boundless kindness quickly became her passport to the hearts of everyone she met.

Sandra, known for her...

Frances Doreen FitzGerald

Frances Doreen FitzGerald

Jul 25, 2025

Frances Doreen FitzGerald, of Ottawa, Ontario, passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 25, 2025, at the age of 91. 

Born on May 1, 1934, Frances spent most of her life in Ottawa, where she built a loving home and dedicated herself to her family, her work, and her faith. 

Frances was the loving mother of Steven Mellor (predeceased in 1981),...

Wayne Donald Tierney

Wayne Donald Tierney

Jul 25, 2025

Wayne passed away suddenly at the Montfort Hospital in the early morning hours of July 25, 2025, at the age of 80. 

Wayne is survived by his sons, Jeffrey and Jason, his brother, Alvin (Janet) of Ramsayville, ON, his sister Brenda Keller (Roger) of Norton, NB, and his brother Roydon's wife Lynn, and many nieces and nephews. 

Predeceased by his wife, Donna...

Barbara Mary Ellison

Barbara Mary Ellison

Jul 23, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Barbara Mary Ellison, who left us peacefully on July 23, 2025, at the age of 79, after a courageous battle with ALS.

Barb was born on February 1, 1946, in London, England, and spent her life nurturing and caring for others—as a devoted nurse and as a beloved wife, mother,...

Alexander Smith

Alexander Smith

Jul 23, 2025

Alexander Smith, known to family and friends as Al, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2025 at Maynard Nursing Home, Toronto, ON. Al was born on June 28, 1957 and raised in the city of Toronto. He was a proud supporter of the Canadian Opera Company, and was known for sharing his many passions — ballet, watches, books, and most...

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