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,...
Steven Brock
Apr 1, 2026
Steven Allan Brock, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away Wednesday April 1st, 2026, lulled by the blues at the age of 69.
Born in Sarnia, Ontario. Steve found passion in baking and became an apprentice baker at William's Pastry. He became a provincially certified baker and pastry chef and was...
Hélène Middleton
Mar 31, 2026
Héléne Marie Middleton (nee Barriault) of Hickson passed away peacefully at Sakura House Hospice on March 31, 2026, at the age of 65, into the arms of her Lord and Saviour.
She will be lovingly remembered by her husband Brian Middleton; her stepchildren, Darryl, Amanda (Gareth), and Melissa (Tamara); her mother...
Marlene Carter
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)...
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...
Samson Myers
Mar 21, 2026
Samson William Myers, 68, passed away peacefully on Saturday March 21st, 2026 at University Hospital in London, Ontario. Born on May 25, 1957, in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Sam was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Sam...