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Obituaries

WESTERMANN, Heinrich “Henry”

Of Fergus, passed away at St. Joseph’s Health Centre Guelph on 7 July 2024, in his 97th year. Survived by his long-time partner and friend Ruth. Loved father of Michelle and son-in-law Corey. Loving grandfather of Duncan and Erich. Cherished brother of Herbert. Predeceased by his dear sisters Ilse and Anita. Henry enjoyed a long…

GIDDINGS, Lee Ellen

Of Palmerston, passed away at Caressant Care, Listowel on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at the age of 67. Loved and cherished by her only son Troy Giddings-Highstead and his wife Jendelle, and her grandchildren Shawn, Skyler, Spencer, Averly, Summer and Hannah. Remembered by her sister-in-law Patricia Giddings, and by her 2 nieces. Her life was…

ELLIOTT (Stortz), Christine

Peacefully and surrounded by her family, Christine passed on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 in her 57th year. Devoted mother to her children Spencer (Vicky), Sarah (Spike), and step-sons Aydin and Ethan. Loving wife to Steve (Bob and Linda), and cherished daughter of Bill and Pat Stortz. She will be deeply missed by her brothers Bill…

FLANIGAN, Dr. John Michael D.V.M.

Passed away at home after a brief illness, on Thursday, July 18, 2024  age 69. Survived by his sister Dr. Kate Flanigan D.V.M., and his brothers Jim and Jeff. Predeceased by his brother Tim. A lifelong fan of the standardbred horse, John will be missed by many. As per John’s wishes cremation will take place.…

McMAHON, Alice Margaret (nee Watson)

Alice was born fighting for her life, before the great depression, on August 25, 1926, in Orton, Ontario. The Forks of the Credit was her home for her teen years, her married life and most of her widowed years. By the age of 16, she was working at Victory Aircraft in Malton, helping to build…

SMYDO, Theresa Mary “Terry”

Passed away peacefully with family by her side at Hospice Wellington on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at the age of 82. Beloved wife of Edward Smydo for over 63 years. Loving mother of Wayne and Stephanie Smydo, Trish and Greg Harrison, Kelli  and Ben Baumber, and Trevor  (deceased) and Ang Smydo. Proud Nana of Lindsay…

WEBER, Lloyd Joseph

With deep sadness, we bid farewell to Dr. Lloyd Joseph Weber, a man who touched countless lives during his 80 years in rural Ontario. He passed surrounded by love, blessed to have experienced such profound affection in his final moments. Born on May 13, 1944, in Carrick Township, Lloyd began his educational journey in Formosa…

WATSON, Sheila Bryden

Passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 11, 2024, surrounded by her loving family at the Guelph General Hospital. Beloved wife of 47 years of Robert Keith Watson. Loving mother of John and his wife Catrina, and James. She was a proud and adoring grandmother of Henry and Oliver. Sheila is predeceased by her parents Anne…

DAVIS, Jane

October 5, 1978 - July 6, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jane Lilith Heather Davis (nee Creighton) on July 6, 2024 at Hospice Wellington. She will be deeply missed by her wife, Tiffany Burtch and her two stepchildren Odyn (12) and Frankie (3). She is survived by her mother, Cindy Creighton (Steve Humble) of Welland,…

WHITTAKER, Kenneth R.

It is with profound heartbreaking sadness that we announce the sudden and untimely passing of Ken Whittaker on Tuesday July 9th, 2024, at the age of 50. Ken will forever be loved and cherished by his wife and best friend of 21 years Christine. He will never be forgotten by his chosen son Erik Lewis…