Obituaries

Doherty, Catherine “Kay” Veronica (nee McIsaac); After a lengthy illness, peacefully with her family at her side, at Groves Memorial Hospital in Fergus, on February 17, 2009 in her 80th year. Lovingly remembered by her beloved husband of 48 years, John Patrick Doherty. Fondly remembered by her daughters Patricia Doherty and Cathy Skinner and her…

Montgomery, Gordon Gerald; Passed away peacefully, with his family at his side at the Wellington Terrace, on February 22, 2009 in his 84th year. Gord will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 59 years, Joyce Mary (Trask). Greatly missed by his children Doug (Rosemary), Marilyn Woods (Cyrus – 2008), Barry (Patricia) and Carol…

Dudas-Balaze, Helen; Peacefully at Groves Memorial Community Hospital on February 26, 2009 at the age of 82. Loving mother of Greg Balaze (Karen) and Kelly. Proud grandmother of Shayne, Jason and Melissa. Private family services entrusted to Thomson Funeral Home (160 St. David Street N., Fergus, 519-843-2380). In memoriam, donations may be made to the…

Scott, John (Jack) Wallace. Trumpets heralded his entry into God’s kingdom on March 1, 2009 in his 92nd year. Jack kept tune with his harmonica and his violin at the same time. Loving brother to Ronald and Grant (Dorothy). Amazing companion and best friend to Katie Poirier. Mentor to step children Dylan and Sarah. Will…

Hunter, George Leroy; Passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 28, 2009 at Headwaters Health Care Centre, Orangeville, at the age of 71. Devoted husband of Margaret. Dear father of Richard, Bonita, Janice (Rick Stephens) and Murray (Colleen). Cherished brother of Lorna McPherson West (Mervin), Marlene Hilliard and Lloyd (Esther).  Lovingly remembered by grandchildren Krystal and…

Stephenson, David Joseph; Suddenly at his home in Mississauga on Sunday, March 1, 2009 in his 56th year. Husband of Patti Corvari-Stephenson. Loving father of Holly Stephenson of Arthur. Beloved son of Dorothy Stephenson of Port Credit. Survived by his brother Ron Stephenson. Sadly missed by his uncles, aunts and cousins. Predeceased by his parents…

Beeken, (MELVILLE) Ellen Stone; Born November 30, 1921 in West Virginia. Passed away on March 10, 2009 in her 88th year. Survived by children Tom (Cathy), Lewis (Tannis), Anna (Dan), Clarke (Terry) and JP (Rachel). Will be deeply missed by her many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Family will receive friends at the Graham A. Giddy…

McPhedran, Margaret Florence (nee McNabb); died peacefully at Eden House Nursing Home on Saturday, March 7, 2009, in her 101st year. Beloved wife of the late Alexander Hunter McPhedran.  Mother of Sandy (and Darlene) McPhedran. Cherished grandmother of Mark (and Courtney) and Amy as well as great grandmother to Hunter Murray McPhedran. Dear sister of…

Hodge, Cicely Jane (Saunders); December 23rd, 1922 – February 28th, 2009. Jane died peacefully in her sleep at home. Predeceased by her husband Bill Hodge (1981).  Loving mother of Frances (Michael), Richard (Charlene) and Susan; grandmother of Andrew, Christopher, Peter, Alexander, Benjamin, and extended family Kate, Glen, Bob, Jesse and Braedan. She will be missed…

Hill, Stanley Roland; Stan passed away peacefully on February 24, 2009 in his 88th year. He was the much loved husband of Margaret (Swackhammer) for 69 years and the caring father of Arline, Betty, Alvena and Jim. He was the devoted grandfather of fourteen grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren. He will be missed by his many…