2014 Condolences
Billie Jo McLean
McLean- It is with great sadness that after a courageous and valiant fight with cancer that the family of Billie Jo McLean (nee LeClair), age 35, of Corunna announce her passing at home with her husband by her side on Thursday January 2, 2014. She was best friend and much loved wife of Richard McLean
Kenneth Smith
Smith- On January 4, 2014, at the age of 91, Kenneth Neil Smith passed away peacefully after a brief illness at Bluewater Health, Sarnia. Born in Winnipeg on September 22, 1922 where he met and married his wife of 55 years Christina (Barr) who predeceased him in 2004. Ken served in the Royal Navy during
David Hillier
Hillier-It is with a deep sense of loss and profound sense of sadness that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of David Roy Hillier, age 66 years of Corunna on Thursday January 16 , 2014. Beloved husband of Anne for 44 years. Dear father of Mark Hillier and his wife Suzanne of Kitchener and
Kyle Regnier
Regnier- Unexpectedly on Saturday January 18, 2014. William “Kyle” Regnier, age 23 years of Chatham and formerly of Wolverine Lake, Michigan. Beloved son and never to be forgotten by his parents Bill (Jeanne) Regnier of Wolverine Lake, Michigan and Colleen (Jason) Herder of Mitchells Bay. Loving brother of Genevieve Regnier of Wolverine Lake. Much loved
Albert Pereira
Pereira-Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Bluewater Health Sarnia on Tuesday January 21, 2014. Albert Pereira, aged 72 years of Corunna. Beloved husband Maria. Loving father of Al Pereira and his wife Teena of Winnipeg, Carlos Pereira and his wife Candy and Brittany Pereira all of Corunna. Dear grandfather of Skylar, Joey, Matthew and
Laura Richardson-Kennedy
Richardson-Kennedy- After having lived her life to the fullest, Laura Rebecca Richardson-Kennedy, age 90 years of Courtright passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving daughters at St. Joseph’s Hospice, Sarnia on Sunday January 26, 2014. Loving mother of Janet Glenn and her husband David of Sarnia, Ann McClemens and her husband Rick of Mooretown and
Sarah Lamb
Lamb- Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at the Bluewater Health-Palliative Care Unit, Sarnia on Wednesday January 29, 2014. Sarah Shaw Lamb, age 80 years of Sarnia and formerly of Corunna. Beloved wife for over 55 years to Robert Lamb. Loving mother of Gord Lamb and his wife Terri of Sarnia. Much loved grandmother of
Patricia Seward
Seward- Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at the Bluewater Health-Palliative Care Unit, Sarnia on Tuesday February 11, 2014. Patricia “Pat” Evelyn Seward (LaPier), age 84 years of Corunna. Beloved wife of the late James “Jim” Seward (1995). Loving mother of Kathy White and her husband Eric and Mike Seward and his wife Cathy all
Ken Tuckey
Tuckey- Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at St. Joseph’s Hospice, Sarnia on Sunday March 2, 2014. Kenneth Claude Tuckey, age 75 years of Courtright. Beloved husband of 56 years to Ruth. Loving father of Deb Vannieuwenhuyze and her husband Perry of Sombra, Celie Chalmers and Dave Tuckey and his wife Diane all of Courtright.
Ken Adams
Adams- Peacefully with his loving wife by his side at the Bluewater Health Cognitive Care Unit -Sarnia on Thursday March 6, 2014. Kenneth Jack Adams, age, 73 years of Corunna. Beloved husband of 50 years to Lynn. Loving father of Kerry Adams and his wife Dana of Brights Grove, Karmen Adams and his wife Holly
Timothy Quinn
QUINN; TIMOTHY “TIM” of Sarnia, passed away at his home on Tuesday March 25, 2014 at the age of 58 years. Husband of Lynda. Dear son of Alice (Muxlow) and the late James Quinn. Loving father of Ashleen (Brad), Ron and Kenny. Special grandfather of Patrick, Luke, Tucker, Jordan and Tori. Brother of Gary (Doreen),
Charles Howard “Bob” Simpson
Simpson-Peacefully on Thursday April 3, 2014. Charles Howard “Bob” Simpson, age 77 yrs of Corunna. Beloved husband of 57 years to Leona (Robertson) Dear father of Andrew Simpson and his wife Jennifer of Lindsay, Renee Morden and her husband Rick of Corunna, Karen Harrison and her husband Tom of Peachtree City, Georgia and Cheryl Simpson
Leslie Raymond Thorne
Thorne-Leslie Raymond Thorne (born March 21, 1926, London, England), passed away quietly Sunday April 13 in London, Ontario, Canada, shortly after his 88th birthday. Ray (or Leslie as he was known in Canada) proudly served England in World War Two, and with his wife Norma, raised two children, Joanna (Corunna) and Kevin (Sarnia). Ray moved
Annie Lumley
Lumley- Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at St. Joseph’s Hospice, Sarnia on Saturday April 19, 2014.Annie Velera Lumley, age 84 years of Sarnia and formerly of Brigden. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth Clayton Lumley (1995). Loving mother of Noni Seabrook and her husband Dave of Brigden, Jerry Johnson of Bright’s Grove, Sharron Neill
Mary Edwards
Edwards- Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at St. Joseph’s Hospice, Sarnia on Tuesday May 13, 2014. Mary Bernice Edwards, age 67 years of Corunna. Beloved wife of 43 years to Leo Edwards. Dear mother of Linda Alway (Ted), Dave Edwards (Cherry Durley), Wanda Lalonde (Andre) all of Sarnia, Pam Sim (George Scott) and Leah
Art Parker
Parker- Peacefully at Bluewater Health-Sarnia on Tuesday May 13, 2014. Arthur Neil Parker, age, 92 years of Corunna. Beloved husband of the late Jean Parker (2012). Loving father of Eloise Cowan and Shirley Frey both of Sarnia. Dear grandfather of Graham Cowan (Brenda), Kathy Blondin (Ray), Michael and Jennifer Frey and great-grandfather of Miranda, Jamie
Nancy Pearce
Pearce- Peacefully at Bluewater Health Sarnia, surrounded by her faithful and caring friends on Wednesday May 14, 2014. Nancy Edna Pearce, age 67 yrs of Corunna. Dear friend of Vicky, Dale, Julie, Debbie and John. Nancy is also survived by her brother Fred Ringwood (Mary) and will be dearly missed by her faithful dog “Jessie”.
Christopher James Oliver
Oliver- Christopher James Oliver, age 17 yrs of Corunna passed away tragically. Loving son of Elaine Oliver and Dave Ramsay of Corunna. Much loved younger brother of Nic (Sarah) of Sarnia, Laura of Nova Scotia and Amanda of Sarnia. Treasured grandson of Barb Taylor of Petrolia, Judy Foster (Ken Pembleton) of Camlachie and Bill Oliver
Frances Geneva Dunlop
Dunlop-Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at St. Joseph’s Hospice-Sarnia on Monday June 9, 2014. Frances “Fanny” Geneva Dunlop (nee Lundrigan) age 87 yrs of Sarnia. Beloved wife of the late Bill Dunlop (2006). Cherished mother of Tim Dunlop (Pam) of Corunna and Lowell Bida (Peter) of Sarnia. Loving grandmother to Shannon (Cody), Mark, Jennifer
Nicole Parker
Parker-Peacefully after a brave and determined battle with cancer surrounded by her loving family at the Bluewater Health-Palliative Care Unit, Sarnia on Tuesday July 1, 2014. Nicole “Nicky” Marie Therese Parker (nee Joseph), age 61 yrs of Corunna. Beloved wife of 38 years to Dave “Percy” Parker. Cherished and much loved mother of Carrie-Lynn Gavigan
Chey Lapish
Lapish- Peacefully surrounded by her loving family and friends at L.H.S.C.-University Hospital, London on Sunday July 13, 2014. Chey Lynn Lapish, age 38 years of Courtright. Loving mother of Ricky and Aimee. Dear daughter of Patricia and the late Rick Lapish (2011). Much loved sister of Sara Lapish and aunt to Jesse Cunningham. Chey is
Shirley Campbell
Campbell- Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Bluewater Health-Sarnia, on Thursday July 17, 2014. Shirley Catherine Campbell, age 81 years of Corunna. Beloved wife of 56 years to Douglas Campbell Sr. Loving mother of Douglas Roy Campbell Jr. (Penny) of Corunna, Monica Bedard (Jerry) of Petrolia and Andrea Campbell (Brian Smith) of Guelph. Dear
Christopher John “CJ” Donahue
Donahue-It is with a tremendous amount sorrow and grief that we announce the unexpected passing of Christopher John “CJ” Donahue , age 22 yrs. of Courtright on Thursday July 17, 2014. CJ was the loving son of Mark and Lori Donahue. Much loved brother of Michael Donahue of Courtright and Amberlee Donahue of Sarnia. Also
Carolyn Marie Swanson
Swanson –Carolyn Marie age 63 of Corunna, passed away with family at her side at St. Joseph’s Hospice on Friday, July 18, 2014. Much loved partner of James Gore, adored mother of Cheryl Swanson (Tom), Shelly Mustillo (Luigi) and Leslie Lucier (Darren); and caring step-mother to Karen Gore (Chris). Cherished grandmother of Jack, Mitchell, Benjamin,
Floyd Carswell
Carswell- Peacefully at Bluewater Health-Palliatve Care Unit, Sarnia on Tuesday July 22, 2014. Floyd Patrick Carswell age 81 years of Corunna. Beloved husband of the late Jean Carswell (2002). Loving father of Patrica Carswell-Alexander of Brigden. Much loved grandfather of Ben Alexander (Amanda Stones) and Christyann Alexander and great-grandfather of Keegan Alexander. Floyd is also
Deborah Sherman
Sherman, Deborah Susan (nee Duguid) age 63 of Corunna passed away peacefully in the comfort of her own home on Monday August 4, 2014 after a courageous three year battle with cancer. Adored wife of 33 years to Tom. Cherished Mom and best friend to Kate (Wes) of Point Edward. Loving daughter of Vi and
Kevin Nichols
Nichols- It is with a deep sense of loss and a profound sense of sadness that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Kevin Lee Nichols, age 52 yrs. of Corunna at South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Sunday August 10, 2014. Much loved husband and best friend of 27 years to Sheila (nee Russell).
Carroll Loeven
Loeven- Peacefully surrounded by her loving family after a lengthy illness at Bluewater Health-Sarnia on Wednesday August 27, 2014. Carroll Loeven, age 78 years of Corunna. Beloved wife of 57 years to Harry Loeven. Loving mother of Dave Loeven and Gordon Loeven of Corunna and Paul Loeven and his wife Jennifer of Ottawa. Much loved
Annie Bate
Bate- Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Afton Park Place, Sarnia on Friday August 29, 2014. Annie Audrey Bate age 91 years of Sarnia and formerly of St. Thomas. Loving mother of Carol McGugan of Pt. Edward, Barb Mortier and her husband Paul of Corunna and Norman Oke and his wife Jacquie of St.
Stan Stewart
Stewart- At Bluewater Health on Friday, September 12, 2014, at the age 68 years, Stan Stewart of Corunna, Ontario lost his courageous battle with cancer and passed peacefully with his loving family by his side. Born in Clam Point Nova Scotia, he is survived by his wife of 45 years, Sandi (Whelpley), and children Kathie
Joan McMullen
McMullen- Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at L.H.S.C.-Victoria Hospital, London on Monday September 15, 2014. Joan Eleanor McMullen age 68 years of Corunna. Loving wife of the late Neil McMullen (1983). Much loved mother of Jacob “Jake” McMullen and his wife Anna of Sarnia and Andrew McMullen and his wife Kari of Toronto. Loving
June Murphy
Murphy- Peacefully at Vision Nursing Home, Sarnia on Monday September 29, 2014. June Elaine Murphy age 78 years of Corunna. Beloved wife of 59 years to Jim Murphy. Loving mother of Colleen Wearne (David) of Windsor, Lorrie Murphy of London, Neil Murphy (Joan) of Windsor and devoted guardian of Kathleen Creighton (Nick Pranger) of Guelph.
Colleen Lavers
Lavers- It is with great sadness and broken hearts that after an extremely brief illness and with her family at her side that we announce the passing of Colleen Ann Lavers (nee Thompson) on Monday October 6, 2014 at Bluewater Health Palliative Care Unit. Colleen is survived by her husband Joe of 37 years. Much
Paul Simmons
Simmons- Peacefully at Bluewater Health-Palliative Care Unit, Sarnia on Tuesday October 7, 2014. Paul Jerome Simmons, age 87 years of Sarnia and formerly of Corunna. Paul was a loving husband for 65 yrs to his devoted wife Jacqueline (nee Johnston). Loving father of Lynn Zachmeyer of Westminster, California and Michael Simmons and John Simmons (Bonnie)
John “JJ” Johnson
Johnson- Peacefully after a brief illness surrounded by his loving family at St. Joseph’s Hospice, Sarnia on Friday October 10, 2014. John “JJ” Johnson, age 62 years of Corunna. Loving brother of Marilyn Spero (Steve) of Sarnia and Dave Johnson (Cathy) of Corunna. Adored uncle of Jason Nisbet (Tracy) of Sarnia, Tonia Nisbet (Mike) of
Helen Willis
Willis- Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at St. Joseph’s Hospice, Sarnia on Monday November 10, 2014. Helen Donna May Willis, age 74 years of Sarnia and formerly of Corunna. Beloved wife of 51 years to Richard Willis. Loving mother of Kelly (Paul) Brown and Kim McMahan. Cherished “Nan” to Emily Rodrigues, Abby Brown and
Jack Knudsen
Knudsen- Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Bluewater Health, Sarnia on Saturday November 29, 2014. John “Jack” Frederick Knudsen, age 90 years of Corunna. Beloved husband of 70 years to Madeline “Tiny” Knudsen. Loving brother-in-law of Evelyn Kilbreath of Sarnia, Marg Albert of Corunna and Dorothy Knudsen of London. Treasured uncle to special nieces
Michael Russell
Russell- Peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday November 26, 2014. Michael Stephen Russell, age 54 yrs. of Edy’s Mills. Loving son of Charles and the late Marllene Russell of Corunna. Special friend of Antoinette St. Pierre of Edy’s Mills. Dear father of Mike of Sarnia, Stephanie of Stratford and Tyler of London and grandfather of
Dave O’Neill
O’Neill- Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Lambton Meadowview Villa, Petrolia on Friday December 5, 2014. David Robert O’Neill, age 89 years of St. Clair Township. He was predeceased by his loving wife Marjorie (McPhail) (2011). He will be lovingly remembered by; his children, Bob O’Neill (Marlene) of the Bahamas, Norm O’Neill (Jennifer) of
Ray Gilbert
Gilbert- After a lengthy illness at his residence on Monday December 15, 2014. Ray Gilbert, age 73 years of Corunna. Beloved husband of 50 years to Liz Gilbert (nee Bell). Dear father of John Gilbert and his wife Nancy of Sarnia, Debbie Rossini and her husband John of London and Dan Gilbert and his wife
Faith Crockford-Vandermeer
Crockford-Vandermeer- Tragically as a result of a motor vehicle accident on Saturday December 13, 2014. Faith Susan Crockford-Vandermeer, age 2 yrs. of Corunna. Much loved daughter of Joy Vandermeer (Mark Giberson) of Corunna and Daniel Crockford of Sarnia. Loving sister of Carter Vandermeer. Treasured granddaughter of Art and Karen Vandermeer and Susan Crockford and great-granddaughter
Richard Franks
Franks- It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Richard “RJ” Joseph Franks on Wednesday December 23, 2014 at Bluewater Health in Sarnia at the age of 79 yrs. He was born in Kingston, ON and is survived by; his loving wife, Linda; his brother, Robert (Jackie); his sisters, Marlene and Nadine