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Obituaries

CLARIDA, George Edward

With great sadness we announce the passing of George Clarida of Mount Forest surrounded by his family on Monday, July 29, 2024 in his 81st year. Predeceased by his first wife, Clare Clarida (1968) and second wife, Marilyn Clarida (2022) of almost 53 years. Loving Dad of Wayne Clarida (Sue) of North Bay, Wayde Clarida…

CAKO, Stephen Charles

December 2, 1947 - July 24, 2024

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 24th, 2024, in the company of his beloved family, in his home in Elora. He will be lovingly remembered  by his wife, Louise, and sons, Peter, James (Rochelle), Tom (Anne) and by his treasured grandchildren Tristan, Logan, Rhea, Sacha, Ivy and Stevie. He is survived by his sister, Jean…

HAID, Michael “Mike” Andrew

Passed away unexpectedly on July 14, 2024 at Hamilton General Hospital. Survived by his children, Andrew and Elizabeth, girlfriend Lisa, father Ralph, brother Matt (Karyl), nephews Cameron and Logan (Adele), and niece Kate. Predeceased by his mother Nancy (2023). As per Mike’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Memorial donations may be made to the charity…

PENFOUND, Margaret Christine (Brooks)

December 8, 1937 - July 26, 2024

Passed away at home in Harriston, surrounded by the love and strength of her family, on Friday, July 26, 2024, in her 87th year. Wife of the late Harold ‘Rex’ Penfound (2007). Mother of Linda & Bernie Leusink, and Mervyn & Dana Penfound, all of Harriston, Trevor Penfound of Mount Forest, and Lorraine & Leo…

CALLAWAY, Brian Paul

June 25, 1960 - June 20, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brian Callaway, at his home in Grand Valley, with his loving family by his side on June 20, 2024. Brian was the loving son to Marilyn and the late Paul Callaway (1998). Brian was a dear partner to the late, Brenda Lee (2001), and…

YULE, Randall Glen (Randy)

Passed away suddenly on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. Randy is survived by his mother Janet Yule, Jim Holmes and his brother Chris Near (Chrissy). He has also left behind 3 children who he loved and cherished; Jordyn, Liam and Peyton, and their mother Nikki. Dear Uncle to Laila, Kaylee and Clayton. Randy was a loving…

GILES, Wilma Irene (nee: Mills)

Passed away peacefully on July 23rd, 2024, in her 100th year at Highland Manor in Fergus. Wife of the late Jack Giles (2015). Mother of Don Giles (Betty) and the late Jo-Anne Giles (2020). Survived by one brother Raymond Mills. Predeceased by brothers Alan, Leslie, Arthur, Garnet, Harold, Edgar, Bud, and sister Helen. Wilma was…

STERINGA, Johannes “John” Willem

It is with deep sadness, we announce that after a brief illness John passed away peacefully, at Strathcona Long Term Care, Mount Forest on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 in his 81st year. Beloved son of the late Peter & Harmke Steringa. Survived by his brother Peter of Wetaskiwin, Alberta, sister Emily (Roger) Kelly of Cincinnati,…

MARTIN, Doris

June 22, 1964 - July 21, 2024

Doris Martin passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at 60 years of age. Beloved wife of Steven Martin, with whom she shared 40 years of marriage. Cherished mother of Kendrick and Shannon, Roderick and Julia, Derek and Mallory, Alissa and Eli, Becky and Michael, and Dariuz. Fondly remembered…

DOBBIE, George William

Peacefully, passed away at Golden Years, Cambridge on Saturday, July 20th, 2024. Bill Dobbie at the age of 82. Loving father of Paula Dobbie-Evans (Paul) and the late Bill Jr.(1986). Dear brother of Bob & Pat Dobbie, Bonnie & Michael Chow, Lynda Elliott, John & Diane Dobbie, Art & Marta Dobbie, Patricia & Claude Pelliter,…