2018 Condolences
Garrett Maher
Maher- Peacefully surrounded by his loving parents at the L.H.S.C.-Victoria Hospital, London on Monday January 15, 2018. Garrett Lee Maher, age 35 yrs. of Corunna. Much loved and treasured father of Madison Smids-Maher. Loving son of Dave and Cynthia Maher of Courtright. Dear brother of Darren Maher of Calgary. Garret will be fondly remembered by;
Jane Parker
Parker-Peacefully at the Dearness Nursing Home in London Ontario on January 14, 2018, Jane Elizabeth Parker, age 69 years. Loving daughter of the late Percy and Helen Parker. Jane is survived by; her brother, John David Parker (late Nicole Parker) of Corunna; her niece, Carrie (Ryan) Gavigan and nephew, Chris Parker (Michelle Major) all of
Margaret Flossie Simpson
Simpson- Unexpectedly but Peacefully at Fiddick’s Nursing Home, Petrolia on Saturday January 20, 2018. Margaret Flossie Simpson, age 96 yrs. formerly of Dresden and Corunna. Beloved wife of the late Ronald Simpson (1997). Loving mother of Judy Wilson (Larry) of Windsor, Carol Modde (Al) and Heather Wray (Bill) all of Corunna. Treasured grandmother of Jodie
June Agar
Agar – Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Bluewater Health, Sarnia on Saturday January 20, 2018. June Elaine Agar, age 85 yrs of Corunna. Beloved wife of the late Jack Agar (2017). Loving mother of Greg Agar and his wife Jen of Courtright, Lynn Hummell and her husband Brian of Courtright and Jeff Agar
Audrey Taylor
Taylor – Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Marshall Gowland Manor, Sarnia on Wednesday January 24, 2018. Audrey Taylor, age 88 yrs formerly of Corunna. Beloved wife of the late William “Bill†Taylor (2000). Loving mother of Lynn Ravesi and her husband Joe of Niagara Falls, the late Keith Taylor (2011) (Carol), Denise Davis
Edward “Ed” Payne
Payne- Peacefully surrounded by his loving family and alongside his wife at Fiddick’s Nursing Home, Petrolia on Thursday February 1, 2018. Edward “Ed†Thomas Payne, age 89 yrs. formerly of Corunna. Beloved husband of nearly 69 years to Bess Payne. Loving father of Gary Payne and Murray Payne and his wife Christine all of Sarnia
Karl Janssen
Janssen-Peacefully at Bluewater Health, Sarnia surrounded by his loving family on Saturday February 10, 2018. Karl Heinz Janssen, age 87 years of Corunna. Beloved husband of 62 years to Vera. Loving father of Ken. Dearest brother of Christa Eiben (Alfred) and Horst Schultze (Christa) all of Germany. Loving brother-in-law of Marlys Goodfellow of Sarnia. Numerous
Arie Verwey
Verwey – Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Bluewater Health, Sarnia on Sunday February 11, 2018. Arie Verwey, age 80 yrs of Corunna. Beloved husband of 42 years to Julie Verwey. Much loved father of Jennifer Verwey of Corunna and Wendy Swales of Red Deer, AB. Treasured grandfather of Owen and Tate Swales. Arie
David “Mac” Johnston
Johnston- The family of David “Mac†Johnston are sad to announce his sudden death on Sunday February 11, 2018 after a brief illness at Bluewater Health in Sarnia. Mac had resided in Sarnia and Port Huron, Michigan and was retired from DOW Chemical. He was predeceased by his wife Doris (1995). In keeping with his
Patrick “Pat” Hagan
Hagan- “Heaven has gained and Angel†With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Patrick “Pat†Hagan of Corunna on Wednesday February 14, 2018 in his 69th year. Beloved husband of Patricia for nearly 45 years. Dear father of Justin, Jody (Tim) and Jer. He truly adored his grandchildren; Carter, Lauren, Nash and Jack and
Diane Pettit
Pettit- Peacefully but unexpectedly surrounded by her loving family at Bluewater Health, Sarnia on Thursday March 1, 2018. Diane Marie Pettit (Wagner) age 66 years of Corunna. Beloved wife of 46 years to Larry Pettit. Loving mother of Ryan Pettit (Chrissy) of Dorchester and Brad Pettit (Courtney) of Sarnia. Treasured grandmother of Bryson, Trace and
Douglas Roy Campbell
Campbell- Peacefully at his residence following a courageous battle with cancer surrounded by his loving family on Friday March 9, 2018. Douglas Roy Campbel Sr., age 84 years of Corunna. Beloved husband of the late Shirley Campbell (2014). Loving father of Douglas Roy Campbell Jr. And his wife Penny of Corunna, Monica Bedard and her
Donald Lumley
Lumley- Lumley, Donald Harvey, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 11, 2018 at Bluewater Health-Sarnia at age of 82. He is lived on by his dedicated wife of 60 years Elsie (Smith); Beloved Children Dianna Mae and Doug Hus, Stafford Lumley and partner Alexis Nothstein; Cherished grandchildren Joshua Hus and partner Ashleigh, Brianne Hus and
Voytech “Floyd” Pitel
Pitel- Peacefully at the C.E.E. Hospital, Petrolia on Sunday March 11, 2018. Voytech “Floyd†Martin Pitel, age 83 years of Corunna. Beloved husband of 57 years to Elaine. Loving father of Kevin Pitel and his wife Debb of Rutherford and Lisa Killah and her husband Troy of Ottawa. Treasured grandfather of Michael, Tanner (Hannah) and
Ray (Junior) McLaughlin
McLaughlin: Raymond “Ray†(Junior) Roy passed away suddenly in Corunna on Thursday March 22, 2018 at the age of 20 years. Ray was the proud co-owner of Corunna Tree Service. Ray was the beloved son of Ray (senior) McLaughlin (Tiffany Martin) and Jennifer McLaughlin and the brother of Emma McLaughlin. Ray was the grandson of
Byron “Barney” Newby
Newby- Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Trillium Villa Nursing Home, Sarnia on Friday April 20, 2018. Byron “Barney†Albert Newby, age 53 years formerly of Corunna. Loving son of Byron Newby and his wife Marlene of Corunna. Much loved brother of Jim Russell (Christine) of Vancouver, Selena Fraser (Mark), Brad Newby and Maxine
Sally Beggs
Beggs-It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Sally Marie Beggs. She was born in Petrolia on April 25, 1959 and passed away on May 18, 2018 at the age of 59. She leaves behind her husband Brian Beggs of 33 years, her son Brant (Amy) Shaw of Alberta and her daughter Chelsea
Janet Anne Little
Little- Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Bluewater Health, Sarnia on Sunday June 3, 2018. Janet Anne Little, age 71 years of Mooretown. Beloved wife of Jacques “Jack†Benoit. Loving mother of Steve Little of Corunna, Randy Little and his wife Tara of Courtright, Sheri Whitsitt and her husband Dave of Sudbury and step-mother
Jaime “Jimmy” Lopes
Lopes- Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Vision Nursing Home, Sarnia on Monday June 4, 2018 Jaime “Jimmy†Lopes, age 85 yrs formerly of Courtright. Beloved husband of 55 years to Maria. Loving father of Margaritta Lopes (Shawn Kameka) of Sarnia, Lourdes Greensheilds of Sarnia, Elizabeth Lopes of Sarnia, Jaime Lopes and his wife
John Nethery
Nethery- At Bluewater Health, Sarnia on Friday June 8, 2018. John Thomas Nethery, age 88 years of Plympton-Wyoming and formerly of Corunna. Dear father of Cindy Riad of Calgary, Bert Nethery and his wife Linda of Courtright, Mark Nethery of Calgary, Eric Nethery and his wife Kim of Blenheim and Anita Hansen and her husband
Dorothy “Diane” Archer
Archer- Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at the Bluewater Health-Palliative Care Unit, Sarnia on Friday June 15, 2018. Dorothy “Diane†Archer, age 73 years of Corunna. Loving sister of Della Crawford of Corunna and Bill Oke (Cathy) of Mooretown. Treasured aunt of Ernie (Deb) Crawford, Shelly (Mike) Perkins, Cindy Crawford, Shannon (Curt) Bartley-McInnis and
Rita Germain
Germain, Rita Mary at Vision Nursing Home, Sarnia, on Saturday June 23, 2018 at the age of 88. Rita (MacMillan) Germain formerly of Cornwall. Beloved wife of the late Mike Germain. Cherished mother of Joanne (Don) Johnston of Georgetown and Micheline (Rob) Thompson of Corunna. Proud and devoted grandmother to Jennifer, Mike, Joey, Sara and
Wayne Miles
Miles- William “Wayne†70 of Corunna ON passed peacefully Friday July 13, 2018 at Bluewater Health Sarnia after a short courageous battle with cancer. Wayne is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 51 years Jayne Miles, children Cathy and Mike Williams, Margy and Dave Toms, Stephanie and Phil Regnier, Doug Miles and
Cliff Zavitz
Zavitz- “Clifford†Melvin: Sadly the family of Clifford Melvin Zavitz, 86 years of Sarnia, announce his passing on Wednesday July 11, 2018 at St Josephs Hospice in Sarnia. Beloved husband of the late Shirley (Whiting) Zavitz (2006). Pre-deceased by parents Douglas and Rosie Zavitz of Oil Springs and his siblings Sandy Zavitz, Bruce (Mary) Zavitz,
Rachel Taylor
Taylor- Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at the Bluewater Health-Palliative Care Unit, Sarnia on Friday July 13, 2018. Rachel Susan Marie Taylor, age 51 years of Corunna. Loving wife of 27 years to Darryl Taylor. Much loved mother of Raelyn Taylor (Dylan Oliveira) of Corunna. Treasured daughter of Judith Pikkert of Corunna. Loving sister
Doris Stacey
Stacey- Peacefully at Fiddick’s Nursing Home in Petrolia following a day of reminiscence and celebration on Saturday July 21, 2018. Doris Muriel Stacey, age 93 years formerly of Corunna. Beloved wife of the late Robert “Bob†Stacey (2005). Loving mother of Dianne Older and her husband Robert, the late Allan Stacey (2005) and his wife
Barbara Patterson
Patterson- Barbara Jean Patterson (nee Ellis), formerly Munday, passed away at St. Joseph’s Hospice in Sarnia after a long battle with kidney disease surrounded by family. Beloved wife to John, mom to Lynda, Luanne (1975) Hope, Lisa and stepmom to John, Larry, Mark (1985), Ross and Stephen. Grandmother to Sean, Kristy, Kody, Randy, Kristopher, Jessica,
Frank Price
Price- Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Bluewater Health, Sarnia on Thursday August 9, 2018. Frank George Price, age 89 years of Corunna and formerly of Sarnia. Loving husband of the late Marguerite (Wilson) (1998). Loving brother-in-law of Shirley Wilson of Sarnia. Numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews also survive. He was predeceased by
Lois Armstrong
Armstrong- At Bluewater Health, Sarnia on Sunday September 2, 2018. Lois Anne Armstrong (nee May), age 88 years of Courtright. Loving wife of the late Calvin “Cap†Armstong (2002). Dear mother of John and Betty Armstrong of Mooretown, Judy Armstrong of Courtright and Joan and Mike Westfall of Sarnia. Treasured grandmother of Nicholas (Cortney) Armstrong,
John “Jack” McLellan
McLellan- Peacefully, surrounded by his loving family at St. Joseph’s Hospice, Sarnia on Monday, September 10, 2018, John “Jack†Robert Allan McLellan, age 85 years of Sarnia, formerly of Frog Point. Beloved husband of 59 years to Jacqueline “Jackie†McLellan. Loving father of Dara Sinclair and her husband Neil of Sarnia, father-in-law of Cheryl McLellan
Laurel Kelly
Kelly- Peacefully with her loving husband by her side at St. Joseph’s Hospice, Sarnia on Friday September 21, 2018. Laurel Norma Kelly (nee Logan), aged 71 years of Corunna. Much loved wife of 45 years to John Kelly. Dear sister-in-law of Margaret McIntyre of New Brunswick. Laurel was predeceased by her parents, Norman and Edith
Dennis Preston
Preston- Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at the Bluewater Health Palliative Care Unit, Sarnia on Wednesday, September 26, 2018. Dennis Neville Preston, aged 91 yrs of Corunna. Born in Leicester England in 1927. Dennis was predeceased by Martha, his loving wife of 54 years in 2003. He is survived by; his children, Michael Preston
Bud Getty
Getty- “Bud†Gerald Howard Peter Getty passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side at the Bluewater Health Palliative Care Unit, Sarnia on Thursday September 27, 2018. Bud was 83 years old and had lived in Corunna for 60 years. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 53 years, “Bonnie†Madeline Yvonne
Jane Rodd
Rodd- Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Bluewater Health, Sarnia on Thursday October 11, 2018. Jane Margaret Rodd, aged 78 years of Sarnia. Much loved mother of Glenn McClung (Susan) of Dundas, Cindy McClung (Rick Beatty) of Sarnia, Deb McClung (Dave Miller) of Corunna and Lee Rodd (Robert Parker) of Stratford. Treasured grandmother of
Gillian Ewing
Ewing- Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at St. Joseph’s Hospice, Sarnia on Monday, October 22, 2018. Gillian Mabel Ewing, aged 76 yrs of Corunna. Much loved wife of 55 years to Alex Ewing. Loving mother of Derek Ewing (Janice) of Sarnia and Leslie Bothwell (Kyle) of Sombra. Treasured grandmother of Ryleigh and Hudson. Dear
Catherine “Joyce” Coultis
Coultis- Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Vision Nursing Home in Sarnia on Tuesday October 23, 2018. Catherine “Joyce†Coultis, age 89 years formerly of Mooretown. Loving mother of David Coultis (Elizabeth) of Waubaushene, Karen Morrison (David) of Bright’s Grove, Carmen Frentress (David) of Camas, Washington and mother-in-law of Tadak Jarosinski of Sarnia. Treasured
Mary Margaret “Peggy” Mullen
Mullen- Tragically on Thursday, October 25, 2018, Mary Margaret “Peggy†Mullen, age 82 years of Mooretown. Beloved wife of 63 years to Dan Mullen. Much loved mother of Mick Mullen (Deb), Mark Mullen (Pat), Steve Mullen (Marilyn), Mary Ellen Moloy (Laren), Kathleen Jones (Brad) and Stacy Gormley (Pat). Treasured grandmother of Tom, Grant, Michelle, Lauren,
David “Dave” Braekevelt
Braekevelt- Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at St. Joseph’s Hospice, Sarnia on Tuesday November 6, 2018. David “Dave†Cyril Braekevelt, aged 65 years of Corunna. Beloved husband of 44 years to Bev. Loving father of Lisa Dubois (Dan) of Corunna and Brian Braekevelt (Cam) of Fonthill. Treasured grandfather of Hannah and Julia. Much loved
Margaret Hunt
Hunt-Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Bluewater Health, Sarnia following complications from a fall on Monday December 17, 2018. Margaret Hunt, age 86 years of Corunna. Beloved wife of the late Denis Hunt (2016). Loving mother of Carol Haddon (Randy) of Sarnia and David Hunt (Kimberley) of Bright’s Grove. Treasured grandmother of Nathan, Josh,
Barb Brewer (Lucas)
Brewer (Lucas) – Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at St. Joseph’s Hospice, Sarnia on Tuesday December 18, 2018. Barbara Jean Brewer (Lucas), age 68 years of Corunna. Dearly loved wife and best friend of 40 years to Ron Lucas. Loving mother of Elizabeth Larkin (Rob) and Crystal Hill (Marc). Treasured grandmother of Samantha (Shanyn),
Stewart Prudom
Prudom- Suddenly and unexpectedly at Marshall Gowland Manor, Sarnia on Thursday, Decemeber 20, 2018. Stewart Milroy Prudom, aged 88 yrs formerly of Corunna. Loving father of Craig Prudom (Lynn) and Heather Prudom (Pete) all of Corunna. Treasured grandfather of Jake and Samantha Prudom. Stew is also survived by; his wife, Jean Prudom of Corunna and