of Drayton passed away suddenly on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at the age of 61. Beloved husband and best friend of Pam (Emmerson) for 40 years. Cherished father of Tosha and Jamie Petznick of Drayton and Lauren and Travis Ruth of Owen Sound. Proud grandpa of Gus, Evelyn and Russell. Dear brother of Jerry Donkersgoed…
NEWMAN, Frances
Frances Ruth (Nickel) Newman passed away peacefully at her home in Clifford, surrounded by her family, on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, in her 85th year. Wife of the late Gerald Newman. Mother of Douglas & Jane Newman of Elora, Rosemary Newman & Blair Wightman of Clifford, Garfield & Laura Gini-Newman of Caledon East, Gail &…
JONKER, John Luke
August 20, 1965 - September 20, 2024
Matthew 11: 28, 29, “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.” John Luke (JL) passed away on the evening of September…
VERKINDT, Lillian, Jean
November 17, 1928 - September 22, 2024
Lillian slipped away peacefully on September 22, 2024 in her 96th year at home. Lillian cherished her family and will be missed by all who knew her. Lil always had a witty remark and a good presence of mind until the end of her journey. Lillian is remembered by her children Glenn (Rose), Gail (Doug),…
TAYLOR, Shaylan David
January 13, 1990 - July 30, 2024
Passed away in late July after a brief battle with Cancer. Loved by his Parents, GG and Pop’s, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and Friends. Shay was a provincial diving champion. Loved playing hockey, lacrosse, and football. A die-hard Winnipeg Jet’s, New England Patriots and cottage fan, where many shared family memories are. We have honoured Shay’s…
ZINK, Mary Georgina
October 28, 1933 - September 21, 2024
(1933 – 2024) Mary passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 21, 2024. As the window was opened, her spirit departed. Born October 28, 1933 to Ruth (Edwards) and David Bronson, of the Drayton area. Survived by her children Elaine (C. Stephen Thomson), Murray (Donna), Allen (Blossom), Barb (Keith McIntosh) as well as grandchildren (the BEST)…
ECCLES, A. Joan
Peacefully at the Louise Marshall Hospital on Saturday, August 17, 2024 in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Alvin Eccles (2018). Loving mother of Leslie Eccles and his wife Sheila of Conn, Patricia Eccles, Douglas Eccles, and Paul Eccles and his wife Carmen, all of Mount Forest. Proud grandmother of Stephanie, Ryan (Cara),…
TOBLER, Hans
Of Arthur passed away peacefully at his residence on Monday, July 29, 2024 in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of Verena (Mettler) of 57 years. Dear father of Hans Tobler Jr. of Verner, Regula Tobler (Martin) of Switzerland and Martin Tobler (Kristina) of Arthur. Grandfather of Vanessa (Aaron), Mathieu (Brittany), Valerie, the late Austin (Janelle), Tobias…
DICKINSON, Sheila Marlene (nee Rogers)
It is with immense sadness that our family announces the death of our family Matriarch, Sheila. Her unexpected death occurred while on vacation with family in Temagami, Ontario, on September 16th, 2024. Sheila was 75 years old. Sheila will be tremendously missed by her loving husband of 55 years, Frank. As well as her children,…
MAY, Bruce Donald
Peacefully, with family by his side at Strathcona Long Term Care on Thursday, September 12, 2024 in his 90th year. Beloved husband of Patricia May (née Armstrong). Loving father of Terry Anne May-Thomson and her husband Peter Thomson. Survived by his sisters-in-law Dee Armstrong and Janet Rafuse. Predeceased by his parents Edward and Gladys May;…