1965 – 2023 On February 4, 2023, after a short but courageous battle with cancer, Michael passed away with his family at his side at Humber River Hospital, Toronto. Michael is survived by his dear wife Grace, of the Philippines, his two sons Stephen and Benjamin Renton, both of Orangeville, his father William of Guelph,…
BATENCHUK, Verna Jean (née Williamson)
Peacefully and surrounded by her family at the Louise Marshall Hospital on Tuesday, February 7, 2023 in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late William “Bill” Batenchuk (2006). Cherished mother of Cathy Cotton and her late husband Larry (2018). Adored grandmother of Pamela (John) Cotton and Joe (Rebecca) Cotton; great-grandmother of Taryn Armstrong, Riley…
BELL, Donna Marie
July 19, 1930 - February 6, 2023
On February 6, 2023, in her 93rd year, Donna made the final journey to be with her beloved husband Tom. Born July 19, 1930, on a farm near Palmerston, Ontario, she was the oldest of six children of Almer and Leta Hughes. As a young teacher in a one room school house, she met and…
COCHRANE, Charlotte Allison (Wright)
1935 – 2023, died peacefully on Tuesday, February 7 at Groves Memorial Hospital in Fergus Ontario, surrounded by her loved ones. Charlotte lit up any space she entered. The word stranger didn’t exist to her; she enthusiastically made friends with all she met. Her many close friendships lasted many decades and span the globe from…
RIDSDALE, Nelson James
Of Arthur passed away peacefully at Groves Memorial Hospital, Fergus on Wednesday, February 8, 2023. Beloved husband of Beverley (Colwill) Ridsdale for 42 years. Dear father of Shawn and Jenny Ridsdale of Tiny and Chris and Carrie Ridsdale of Niagara Falls. Loving grandfather of Tyler, the late Addison, Brady, Nolan, Isabella and Ethan. Brother of Dorothy…
BRATTON, Linda Dianne nee Burbidge
February 12, 1951 - February 12, 2023
It is with sadness in our hearts that we tell family, friends, and the community of the passing of our dear daughter, wife, mother, and grandmother. Linda passed away at Groves Memorial Hospital surrounded by family on February 12th, 2023 after her short and courageous battle with cancer on her 72nd birthday. Pre-deceased by her…
WILSON, John
September 13, 1929 - February 10, 2023
Passed away peacefully at Groves Memorial Hospital at the age of 93, surrounded by his loved ones. “Honorary Lord” John of Scotland, is now reunited with his loving wife of 60 years, Doreen. He will be deeply missed by his children Deborah, Richard and daughter-in-law Ruth as well as his grandchildren Kate, Alec, Nathanial and…
BRYAN, John Leslie James
December 31, 1969 - December 24, 2022
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John on December 24, 2022, at his home in Orangeville. He would have been 53 one week later. Dear father of Megan and Daniel. Cherished son of Martha and the late Lawrence Bryan (2010). Loved brother of Margaret Healy (James) and uncle of Katie…
MARTIN, Bart S.
Died suddenly due to an accident on the farm on February 8, 2023 at the age of 20. Beloved son of Melvin W. and Naomi Martin of RR1 Atwood. Brother of Violet at home, Ben and Roselyn of RR4 Listowel, Louise, Norman, Vera, Irene, Julia all at home and one nephew Michael. Paternal grandparents Henry…
WEBER, Joseph B
February 24, 2006 - February 8, 2023
Born February 24th, 2006. Passed away peacefully on February 8th 2023, after a short illness. Leaves to mourn his parents, John, and Martha Weber of 40753 B line, RR#4 Wingham. Four brothers, Ervin, Samuel, Alvin, and Owen. Five sisters, Lizzie, Selina, Maryann, Annie, and Emma all at home. Also survived by both sets of grandparents…