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Obituaries

McALPINE, Mildred Matilda (Sanders)

November 12, 1933 - December 26, 2023

In memory of Mildred Matilda McAlpine, a beacon of love and strength, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2023, at the age of 90. She leaves behind a legacy of warmth and kindness, and a lifetime of cherished memories. A loving Mother to Donald (Marj), Joy (George), Wesley (Irene), and Karen (Scott), a devoted Grandma…

CHRISTENSEN, Wally

Of Palmerston passed away suddenly at his home on Sunday, December 24, 2023 in his 79th year. Loving husband of Sharon (Beirnes) for 55 years. Dear father of Shawn and Angie Christensen of Palmerston and Scott Christensen of Waterloo. Cherished grandfather of Joshua, Jordan and Jacob. Brother-in-law of Jim and June Beirnes, Linda Budnark, Wayne…

McQUEEN, Vernon George

Peacefully at Louise Marshall Hospital on Friday, December 22, 2023, in his 88th year. Cherished spouse of June Wagg (née Hackman) for 36 years. Dearly missed by his canine companion, Belle. Predeceased by his parents William and Mary McQueen; and siblings: Wilma Brooklyn (James), Ed McQueen (Jo), and John McQueen. Survived by his brother-in-law Gary…

HILGARTNER, Judith Rae “Judy”

Passed away peacefully, at Louise Marshall Hospital on Friday, December 29, 2023 in her 71st year. Beloved wife for 47 years to James “Jim” Hilgartner. Loving mother of David & Shannon Hilgartner, Michael & Lindsay Hilgartner, Jeffery & Barb Hilgartner, and Daniel & Laura Hilgartner. Grandmother of Addison, Andrew, Elsie and Hardin. Sister of Margaret…

HILLER, Frederick Lloyd

It is with great sadness, the family of Fred Hiller announces his peaceful passing on Monday, December 18, 2023, at Groves Memorial Hospital at the age of 81. Beloved husband of Susan (née McEachnie). Loving father of Jeff (Rose) and Jamie (Eileen). Proud grandfather of Kyle (Tina), Marissa (Tieson) and Teagan. Special uncle to Michael…

MEARNS, Barbara Anne

July 28, 1940 - December 19, 2023

Barbara Anne Mearns passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, in her 84th year, after living with Alzheimer’s the past several years. Barb was the fourth child born to Scottish immigrants, James and Flora (Urquhart) Mearns on July 28th 1940 in Scarborough, Ontario. She was a lifetime employee of Toronto Hydro where she retired…

MARTIN, Wayne

October 19, 1973 - December 18, 2023

Wayne was born on October 19, 1973 and passed away peacefully on Monday, December 18, 2023, at the Wellington Terrace in Fergus at the age of 50 years. Cherished husband of Sherri Ann (Gingrich) Martin for 25 years. Loving father of Alanna, Taylor, Aidan, and Joey, all at home. Dear son of Abner and the…

ARCHIBALD, Linda Estelle (nee Robinson)

November 6, 1945 - December 17, 2023

November 6, 1945, to her passing on December 17, 2023. She is predeceased by her parents Eugene and Freda, and her brother Brian. She is survived by her brother Doug (Liz), her sister Marie (Doug) Abercrombie, and her three children Deborah (Malcolm) Archibald, Laura (Terry) Archibald and Cindy (Rick) Ford. She will be fondly remembered…

DAVIDSON, Terrance Russell (Terry)

78, of Alma, Ontario passed away on December 18th, 2023 in Caressant Care Long Term Care home Fergus. Terry is survived by his wife Jerre Davidson of Alma. He is preceded in death by his mother Doris Straub and his father Russell Davidson. Terry was born in St Catherines, Ontario. He served in the Canadian…

ABBOTT, Rob

1968 – 2023 Robert Patrick Abbott of Clifford passed away suddenly at home on Monday, December 18, 2023, at the age of 55 years. Husband of Pamela (Martin) Abbott. Father of Zachary Martin & Leizel Vinoya, and Dawn Abbott, and grandfather of William and Luiz. Son of Flora (Deering) Abbott and the late David, grandson…