Marlene Carter - Celebration of Life

Mar 31, 2026

          June ‘Marlene’ Carter (nee Ball) passed away peacefully in her 87th year on Tuesday March 31, 2026 at Alexandra Hospital, Ingersoll, Ontario. 

          Cherished wife and best friend for 63 years of Ralph Carter.  Mother of the late Kevin Carter (1964), Tammy Carter (Bryan McDonald), and Carmon Carter.  Grandma of Brianna (Tyler)...

Michael Ransome - Celebration of Life

Mar 15, 2026

           A Celebration of life will be held on Saturday April 11, 2026, from 2 to 5 p.m.  This event will take place at the Unifor 636 Hall, located at 126 Beale Street, Woodstock, Ontario.  All who knew Mike are welcome to join us as we share memories, music and laughter.

          It...

Gordon Barclay

Apr 5, 2026

          Gordon Hubert Barclay, beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 87.

          Born on March 6, 1939, in Windsor, Ontario, Gordon grew up in Hamilton before moving to Kitchener.  He later settled in the Baldwin Place Community in Tillsonburg, where he lived for many years.  Early in...

Mark Ripley

Apr 4, 2026

          It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mark Bryan Ripley on Saturday April 4, 2026, after a lengthy battle.  A man of remarkable skill and unwavering determination, Mark passed away, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, gentleness, and a deep love for his family.

 Born in Chatham, Ontario on May 28,...

W. Roy Bondy

Apr 4, 2026

          Roy Bondy, age 72, passed away peacefully on Saturday April 4, 2026.  Born in Windsor, Ontario, Roy later made his home in Woodstock, where he built a life centered on family, hard work, and the simple joys he loved most.  He will be deeply missed by his beloved wife, Betty, as well as by his...

Valerie Elenchuk

Apr 2, 2026

          With heavy hearts we share that our Mom, Valerie Kirk Elenchuk (nee Ridley), passed away April 2, 2026 after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. 

          Born in South Shields, England on September 16 1942, she immigrated to Canada in June 1952 with her parents John Robert ‘Jack’ and Lily Ridley, both...

Paul Lowes

Apr 2, 2026

          Paul Lowes passed away quietly on April 2, 2026, at the age of 80 at Woodingford Lodge, Ingersoll, Ontario.

          Born outside of Woodstock, Ontario, Paul was the only child of Vernon (1993) and Vera (nee Somers, 2010) Lowes.  Due to breathing issues as a young child, the family relocated to Kingsville,...

David Roger Barnes

Mar 30, 2026

          It is with deep love and profound sadness, the family announces the passing of David Roger Barnes on March 30, 2026, peacefully at home with the love of his life Robin by his side, following a short but courageous battle with cancer.

          He was born on November 28, 1944 in Tillsonburg...

Ludwig Fruetel

Mar 30, 2026

          We are saddened to announce the passing of Ludwig Fruetel on Monday March 30, 2026.   Longtime companion and husband of Christa.  Father of Karen Fruetel, the late Michael Fruetel (2000), Monica McCarey, and Linda Drescher.  Proud Opa of ten grandkids. 

          In keeping with Ludwig’s wishes cremation has taken place and there...

Jason Shepherd

Mar 28, 2026

          It is with great sadness that we share that Harold Jason Scott Shepherd ‘Shep’ passed suddenly on Saturday March 28, 2026.

          Beloved husband of Kayla Kingsley.  Amazing Father of Seth Shepherd and Luke Shepherd.  Lovingly remembered by Seth’s mom Tracy Winter.  Most beloved son of Shirley Whitehead and the late Harold...