Obituaries

Finn, Elva Gladys (nee Hilson); Passed away unexpectedly at the Guelph General Hospital on November 16, 2009 at the age of 81 years. Predeceased by husband Lloyd Transom (1952) and husband James Finn (1981). Elva will be lovingly remembered by her children Ken (Gracia)Transom, Lloyd Transom, Ernie (Jean) Transom, Dennis (Jo) Transom, Sherry (Dan) Lodder,…

Cleghorn, John H. (Jack); Peacefully, at St. Mary’s Hospital, Kitchener on Saturday, November 14th, 2009 in his 77th year. Beloved husband of Evelyn (Brydon) for 50 years. Loved father of Rob (Chantelle), Jane (Angelo) Tassone, Jamie (Kelly), John (Marilyn), Janis (Lonnie) Loach and Paul Cleghorn. Loving grandfather of Dustin, Keegan, Brianna, Mikayla, Vanessa, Quinn, Daniel,…

Egger, Josef Anton Robert; It is with great sadness that we have to announce the passing of Josef (Joe) Egger. His devastating illness and his fast passing have been a real shock to us. We are thankful for all the caring and love Joe and our whole family has received, not just during his illness…

Kingsbury, Edward James; At St. Joseph’s Health Centre, Guelph on Tuesday, November 17, 2009. Edward James Kingsbury, in his 78th year, was the beloved husband of 50 years of Leona (Bolton) Kingsbury of Rockwood. He was the loving father of Tim Kingsbury and his wife Julie of Nassagaweya, and Sandy Boreham of Guelph. Edward was…

Last, Dorleen Odel; March 17, 1951 – November 10, 2009. Dorleen passed away at her home in Rockwood on November 10th, 2009 following a valiant battle with cancer. She was in her 59th year. Dorleen will be sadly missed by her husband Stephen Stoyko, his daughter Christine Stoyko, his son Steven and his wife Stephanie…

Oxby, Jewell Marie R.N.; passed away unexpectedly at her home in Downsview on Friday, November 13, 2009, in her  68th year. Beloved sister of Jim and Bonnie Oxby of Rothsay. Predeceased by her parents Ralph and Elsie (Stinson) Oxby, her sister Doris Wooddisse (2006) and brother-in-law Keith Wooddisse (2002). Loving Aunt of David Wooddisse, Ron…

Rourke, Barbara; Passed away peacefully at her home with her family by her side on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at the age of 63 years. Beloved wife of Douglas for 44 years. Devoted mother of Chris (Krista) and Michael (Kim) all of Waterloo and Mark (Corey) of Kelowna, BC. Cherished grandma of Logan, Rebecca, Shania,…

Hillen, Anna Alfreda; After a long struggle with diabetes, at Groves Memorial Community Hospital in Fergus, on November 18, 2009 in her 75th year. Devoted life-long lesbian partner of Chris Hannell of Elora. Stepmother to Lesley Hannell (Joe), Linda Goulais (Norm), Lorraine Wakely (Jorma) and Tez Darnell. Survived by her sister-in-law Janet Hillen, nieces, nephews…

Holyoake, Catharine Elizabeth (nee Keep); Passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Hamilton on November 21, 2009 in her 89th year. She was the loving mother of Helen (Joe) Hodgson of Ancaster, Betty vander Velden of Hamilton, and Wilfred (Marjory) of Rockwood. Survived by brother Harry (Mae) Keep of Fergus. Predeceased by sister Florence Keep…

Oakley, Donald Alexander; Peacefully at Groves Memorial Hospital on November 19, 2009. Dearly beloved husband of Ellen, devoted father of Shawn (Lydia), Donna (Robert Hull), David (Margaret Jane) and Janet (Raid Shamsa). Don will be greatly missed by his grandchildren Amy, Jeffrey, Caroline, Emily, Patrick, Adam and Rayan and step- grandchildren Téa, Jason and Hans-Philippe…