Richard G. LaRochelle

Jun 16, 2026

          It is with profound sadness that we mourn the passing of Richard LaRochelle on June 16, 2026, in his 79th year following a brief illness.

          Predeceased by his parents Michael (2006) and Veronica (2017), his brother Michael Jr. (1988), daughter Mary (1981), and sister-in-law Maureen (2024).  Rick will be forever missed by...

Milton L. Bezzo

Jun 14, 2026

             It is with great sorrow that the family of Milton ‘Butch’ Bezzo announce his passing at home on Sunday June 14, 2026. 

          Butch was born in Tillsonburg on June 11, 1955 and was predeceased by his parents Richard Laverne and Muriel Bezzo. Butch is survived by his beloved wife of...

Marvin Everett Kelso

Jun 14, 2026

          Heaven is just a little rowdier and a lot more “Kirschner Tough”.  On June 14, 2026, at 1:10 a.m., Marvin Everett Kelso launched his Ranger one last time, setting out across heaven’s peaceful waters where the fish are plentiful and the sun never sets.

          Marvin was born in West Lorne, Ontario,...

Ken Hawke Sr.

Jun 13, 2026

          With deep love and sadness, we announce the passing of Ken Hawke Sr. on June 13, 2026 at Woodstock Hospital at the age of 81.

          Beloved partner of Darla Hearns.  Ken will be deeply remembered by Cheryl Hawke, and Jodi Finch (Casey), Jenn (Scott) Skevington, Veronica Miller, Mark (Ame) Hearns, and...

Edmon Dale Peever

Jun 9, 2026

          Born January 10th, 1938 in Powassan, Ontario.  It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dale Peever. On June 8, Dale suffered a sudden and massive stroke.  True to his character - loving, determined, and stubborn right to the very end - he fought courageously.  He passed away surrounded by his closest...

Judith Krafft

Jun 7, 2026

          It is with grief and sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of Judith Marlene Krafft, nee Saunders; she will be deeply missed by her family.  She is survived by her daughter Robin, grandchildren Alora and Keith, sister Barbara Ann DeVos, brother Lyle (Linda) Saunders, and cousin Bob (Debbie) Lidstone.  She loved her niece and...

Edward Galkowski

Jun 7, 2026

          It is with deep sadness and full hearts that the family of Edward 'Ed Ski' Galkowski announces his peaceful passing at home in Drumbo, Ontario on June 7, 2026, at the age of 75.

          Ed was the beloved husband of Robin (nee Garland) Galkowski.  Together they built a life full of...

Barry E. Collens

Jun 5, 2026

           Barry E. Collens peacefully passed away with his wife by his side on Friday June 5, 2026 at VON Sakura House in Woodstock, Ontario.

           Cherished husband for 51 years and best friend of Wanda Cullens.  Brother-in-law of Helen Skrzypek, and Jolynn and John Easton.  Uncle of Grant.  Barry was predeceased by...

Audrey Service

Jun 1, 2026

          Peacefully with her family by her side, Audrey Diane Service passed away on June 1st, 2026, at Woodstock Hospital, Palliative Care Unit, in her 71st year.

           Deeply loved by her, and devastated by her loss are her two boys and daughters-in-law, Jerome and Marci Yeoman, and Justin Service and Paulina Izienicka....

Kathy Haacke

May 30, 2026

            The family of Kathy Bernice Haacke is heartbroken to announce her unexpected passing on May 30, 2026, at the age of 49, due to a brief illness.

           To know Kathy was to know a heart that loved deeply and fiercely.  She possessed a rare, gentle innocence and a soft soul that...