2020 Condolences
Millicent Harkness
Harkness- Peacefully with her son by her side at the Bluewater Health-Palliative Care Unit, Sarnia on Sunday January 5, 2020. Millicent Eva Harkness, age 91 years of Corunna. Beloved wife of the late Marvin Harkness (2010). Loving mother of John and Lorie Harkness both of Corunna. Much loved sister of David Smith of Calgary, Larry
Clarence McLachlin
McLachlin- Peacefully at the Bluewater Health-Palliative Care Unit, Sarnia on Thursday January 9, 2020. Clarence John Wilbur McLachlin, age 88 yrs of Corunna. Loving husband of the late Joyce McLachlin (2015). Much loved father of Debbie Wellington and her husband Stephen of Corunna, Ken McLachlin and his wife Kathy of Pt. Edward and John McLachlin
Daniel "Dan" Bechard
Bechard-Suddenly surrounded by his loving family at Bluewater Health, Sarnia on Sunday January 12, 2020. Daniel “Dan” Francis Bechard, aged 68 years of Courtright. Loving husband of 46 years to Dorothy. Dear father of Kim Pevec-Bechard (Todd Lindsay) of Sarnia and Jamie Bechard of Courtright. Treasured grandfather of Madison Pevec, Taylor Pevec (Raine) and Devin
Charles "Chuck" Maidment
Maidment- Charles “Chuck” Kennedy Maidment passed away peacefully Jan.26, 2020 at the Bluewater Health- CEE Hospital, Petrolia at the age of 70 years. He was born in Sarnia, May 17, 1949 and was the eldest son of Chuck & Betty Maidment. Chuck was predeceased by; his fathe , Chuck (1988) and younger brother, Dan Maidment
Robert "Bob" Axani
Axani- Peacefully with his family by his side at Bluewater Health, Sarnia on Sunday February 9, 2020. Robert “Bob” Axani passed away at the age of 69 years. Beloved husband of the late Barbara (2016). He was loved by; his children, Brad (Kathy), Brent and Karen (Dave); his cherished grandchildren, Taylor, Erin (Alex), Samantha (Jake),
Jacques "Jack" Joseph Benoit
Benoit- Unexpectedly on Thursday February 13, 2020. Jacques “Jack” Joseph Benoit, age 72 years of Mooretown. Beloved companion of the late Janet Little (2018). Dear father of Paul Benoit and his wife Brighid of Vancouver, Steve Little of Corunna, Randy Little and his wife Tara of Courtright and Sheri Whitsitt and her husband Dave of
Garry Robbins
Robbins- With broken hearts, we share the sudden passing of Garry Robbins, aged 64, on February 17, 2020 at his home in Mooretown. Garry was diagnosed with lung cancer in October 2019. He was born on July 3, 1955 and lived on the 8th line of Moore (Rokeby Line) his entire life. He is survived
Donald "Don" Dolbear
Dolbear- Peacefully with his family by his side at Trillium Villa Nursing Home, Sarnia on Saturday February 22, 2020. Donald Ernest Dolbear, age 82 years of Corunna. Beloved husband of Norma (Auld) for 58 years-less 2 days. Loving father of Terry (Julie) and David (Julie). Cherished grandfather of Lyndsay (Nick), Matt (Clare), Jake (Yazmine) and
John "Jack" Gormley
Gormley- Peacefully at his residence on Monday February 24, 2020. John “Jack” Leonard Gormley, age 80 years of Corunna and formerly Sombra. Beloved husband of the late Janet Gormley (2002). Loving father of Lynn Buchanan and her husband Mike of Komoka and Bob Gormley and his wife Jodi of Sombra. Cherished grandfather of Katie, Kamryn,
Anne Mullen
Mullen- Peacefully with her family by her side at St. Joseph’s Hospice, Sarnia on Wednesday February 26, 2020. E. Anne Mullen, age 71 years Corunna. Beloved wife of nearly 50 years to Terry Mullen. Much loved mother and grandmother of Beth Barron (Colin) and their children, Nicholas and Emily Barron and Matthew Mullen (Stacey Rabideau)
John Bruton
Bruton-John Manson Bruton, passed away suddenly on February 27th, 2020, at Lambton Meadowview Villa in Petrolia. Born October 9, 1946, the eldest son and predeceased by his dedicated parents, Gordon and Edith Bruton (Southern). Survived by his siblings, James Bruton (Kirsten Gimbert) of Hillsburgh, Elizabeth Sutton (Gregory) of London, Robert Bruton (Patricia) of Port Perry,
Horace Bardwell
Bardwell- Peacefully with his family by his side at Sarnia Bluewater Health on Monday March 16, 2020, Horace Frederick Alfred Bardwell age 91 years of Sarnia. Predeceased by his wife of 59 years, Louise in 2015. Survived by daughter Karen (Doug) Thrower of Watford and son Ron (Nicole) Bardwell of Lakeshore along with 5 grandchildren
Robert "Bob" South
SOUTH- Robert “Bob” South of Courtright passed away suddenly at Bluewater Health on Saturday, April 11, 2020 at the age of 65. Beloved husband of Karen. Dear father of Jim South, Steve (Amy) South, Stacey Thompson, Tracy (Andy) Woodward, Ryan (Kelley) Royce and AJ Royce. Loving grandfather to Natasha, Brittny, Braydon, Abigale, Meaghan, Nevaeh, Nya,
Blake Willock
Willock- Peacefully passed away at the Bluewater Health Palliative Care Unit, Sarnia on Thursday April 16, 2020. Blake Harold Willock, age 93 years of Corunna and formerly of Sarnia. He is survived by his loving wife, Betty Jean Willock (Donnelly) after almost 70 years of marriage. Best dad to Blake (Linda) Willock, Sherrill (Dave 2019)
Donald Thompson
Thompson- Peacefully with his wife Olive by his side following complications from COVID 19 at Bluewater Health, Sarnia on Sunday April 19, 2020. Donald Rolland Thompson, age 69 years of Sarnia. Much loved husband of nearly 48 years to Olive (Dodge). Loving son-in-law of Becky Dodge and brother-in-law of Roland (Judy) Dodge, Larry (Denise) Dodge
Peter Cassel
Cassel- Peter Francis Cassel has gone to be with his Lord. He loved life, family, achievement, and friendship. The longtime Corunna resident, educator, and civic booster passed away peacefully on May the 5, 2020 at the age of 78 from complications of COVID-19, after living with Alzheimer’s for six years. Peter is survived by his
Stuart Moore
Moore- Unexpectedly at Bluewater Health, Sarnia on Friday May 15, 2020. Stuart Richard Moore, aged 75 years of Mooretown. Beloved husband of Aulda “Bunny” Moore for 56 years. Loving father of Tim Moore, Kim Moore and Ty Moore. Much loved grandfather of Lyle Johnston, Kyra Moore-Goodall and Andi Moore-Goodall. Stu is survived by; his sister,
Cole Price
Price- Unexpectedly at his residence on Sunday May 17, 2020. Cole Aaron Price age 25 years of Petrolia and formerly of Oil Springs. Treasured son of Peter and Catherine Price of Watford. Loving brother of Cody Price of Watford and Keegan Price (Ryley) of Petrolia. Cole will be fondly remembered by Abbie Guthrie and her
Merilyn Rome
Rome- Peacefully at Fiddick’s Nursing Home, Petrolia on Thursday May 21, 2020. Merilyn June Rome, age 89 years of Corunna. Beloved wife of Harry Rome. Much loved mother of Lynn Gabovic and her husband Joseph of Brampton and Michael Rome of Corunna. Cherished grandmother of Nicole Brodie and her husband Trevor of Georgetown and great-grandmother
Grenville Poole
Poole- It is with heavy hearts that the family of Grenville “Gren” Poole announce his peacefully passing at Bluewater Health, Sarnia on Sunday May 31, 2020. Grenville James Poole, age 87 years of Corunna. Beloved husband of 62 years to Jean (Hunter) Poole. Much loved father of Gina Robertson and the late Alan (Al) Poole
Rick Gardner
Gardner- It is with great sadness that the family of Rick Gary Gardner announces his passing on June 2, 2020 in his 68th year at Bluewater Health, Sarnia after a short illness. Rick is survived by; his brother, Greg (Jane); his nephew, Scott and his niece, Erin (Lucas). He was predeceased by; his parents, Gary
Doug Heath
Heath- Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at his residence on Thursday June 4, 2020. Douglas Grant Heath, aged 83 years of Corunna. Beloved husband of Connie Heath. Loving father of Dennis Heath and his wife Diane of Courtright, Wendy Evon and her husband Jim of Corunna, David Heath and his wife Tammy of Colchester
Patrick "Pat" Ryan
Ryan- It is with broken hearts and immense sadness that we announce that Patrick William John Ryan, aged 75 years of Corunna, passed away at St. Joseph’s Hospice, Sarnia On Thursday June 11, 2020. Pat was the devoted husband to Louise (nee Bourassa) for 53 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his children, Coleen
Shirley Mercer
Mercer-Peacefully at Trillium Villa Nursing Home, Sarnia on Thursday July 2, 2020. Shirley Irene Mercer, age 90 years formerly of Corunna. Beloved wife of the late Harry Mercer (1999). Much loved mother of Larry Mercer of Ottawa, Randy Mercer and his wife Cathy of Corunna, Terry Mercer of Sarnia, Wendy Daye and her husband Ron
Ron McVicar
McVicar- It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald Foster McVicar on Thursday July 2, 2020 at the age of 78 years. Ron will be forever remembered by; his wife, Helen of 53 years; his daughters, Heather (John Hart), Laura (Scott Heggie) and Meghan (Bill Schenck). He will be fondly remembered
Laura van Wyk
van Wyk- Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at the Bluewater Health-Palliative Care Unit, Sarnia on Thursday August 13, 2020. Laura Patricia van Wyk, age 43 years of Corunna. Much loved daughter of Anne van Wyk (Chris Johnston) of Corunna. Cherished sister of Leo van Wyk (Elise Rochefort) of Toronto and Paula van Wyk (Dan
Gary Rawlings
Rawlings- Suddenly but peacefully at his residence on Thursday September 3, 2020. Gary Lee Rawlings, age 60 years of Petrolia. Loving companion for the past 6 years to Kim Napper-Rawlings. Much loved son of Gail Rawlings of Sarnia. Gary is also survived by; his sister, Sandra Core of Appin and brother, Pat Rawlings of Sarnia.
Judith Stewart
Stewart- Peacefully at Bluewater Health, Sarnia. Judith Ann Stewart (Miles) passed away on Thursday September 3, 2020. She was born March 23, 1950 to parents, Jim and Margaret Miles. Judy married her love and longtime friend, Gary Stewart, January 24, 1969 and celebrated 51 years of marriage. Dear mother of Terri Neely (Stewart) and Jamie
Barbara Buckingham
Buckingham- Barbara Eileen Buckingham (nee Millard) passed away on Monday September 7, 2020 at Meadowview Villa, Petrolia. Barbara was born in Euphemia Township on April 12, 1933 to the late Edward and Florence (La Rue, Avery) Millard. She lived in Corunna with her husband David of 67 years who predeceased her in 2019. She is
Bob O'Neill
O’NEILL, Robert- died in Freeport, Bahamas September 3rd, 2020. Robert David O’Neill, age 65 years of Freeport, Bahamas and Mitchell’s Bay, Ontario. Beloved husband of 39 years to Marlene (Storey). He will be lovingly remembered by; his ‘adopted’ daughter Jemelia Seymour (Keno Johnson); his ‘adopted’ sons: Allan Bennett Seymour (Nicole), Jesper Thompson (Dianne), Avery Rolle,
Kevin Harris
Harris- Peacefully at the Bluewater Health Palliative Care Unit, Sarnia on Thursday September 17, 2020. Kevin Phillip Harris, age 71 years of Sarnia and formerly of Corunna. Dear brother of Martin Harris and his wife Carolyn of St. Thomas. Lovingly remembered by his good friends, Debb and Gino Fazio of Bright’s Grove. He was predeceased
Reta Walton
Walton- Reta Mavis, age 92 years of Sarnia and formerly of Courtright passed away peacefully at Bluewater Health, Sarnia on Saturday September 26, 2020. Reta was predeceased by; her beloved husband, Robert (2006) and by her son, James (1947). She is survived by; her son, Norman Walton and his wife Shary of Sarnia; her granddaughters,
Dorothy "Jean" Laur
Dorothy “Jean” Laur March 29, 1920-September 27, 2020 Laur- Peacefully on Sunday September 27, 2020 at Twin Lakes Terrace Sarnia, Ontario, Dorothy “Jean” Laur passed away at the age of 100. Dear wife of the late Raymond Laur (1999) and loved companion of the late William Sadleir (2011). Much loved by daughter Dorothy Nielsen of
John Bruton
Bruton-John Manson Bruton passed away suddenly on February 27th, 2020 at Lambton Meadowview Villa in Petrolia. Born October 9, 1946, the eldest son and predeceased by his dedicated parents, Gordon and Edith Bruton (Southern). Survived by his siblings, James Bruton (Kirsten Gimbert) of Hillsburgh, Elizabeth Sutton (Gregory) of London, Robert Bruton (Patricia) of Port Perry;
Marianne Newby
Newby- Peacefully in Sarnia at the Bluewater Health Palliative Care Unit, on Tuesday October 6, 2020. Marianne Dora Newby, age 71 years of Corunna. Loving mother of Roger Newby, Gord Newby and his wife Anita and Tim Newby. Much loved grandmother of Heaven, Payton and Savanah and great-grandmother of Kiara and Sophia. Dear sister of
Allan Knight
Knight- It is with heavy and broken hearts that we announce the sudden but peaceful passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend, Allan Russell Knight, aged 76 years of Corunna, passed away on Sunday October 4, 2020. Beloved husband of 56 years and companion for 60 to Sylvia (Wagner). Much loved
Aulda "Bunny" Moore
Moore- Peacefully at the Bluewater Health-Palliative Care Unit, Sarnia on Friday October 9, 2020. Aulda “Bunny” Lynn Moore, age 73 yrs of Mooretown. Loving wife of the late Stuart Moore (May 2020). Loving mother of Tim Moore and Kim Moore both of Sarnia and Ty Moore and his wife Dawn of Corunna. Much loved grandmother
Francesco "Frank" Bonifacio
Bonifacio- Peacefully under the loving and caring watch of his family at the Bluewater Health Palliative Care Unit, Sarnia on Wednesday October 21, 2020. Francesco “Frank” Carmen Bonifacio, age 87 years of Corunna. Beloved husband of Julia (nee Giampietri). Much loved father of Tonia Barr and her husband Greg of Sombra and Elena Dunn and
Kyle Pettit
Pettit- With great sadness and heavy hearts the family would like to announce the sudden passing on Tuesday October 20, 2020 of a son, brother, grandson, uncle and nephew, Kyle John Pettit at the age of 27. Born January 14, 1993, Kyle will be lovingly remembered by many as a young man who loved his
Jean Isabella Shaw
Shaw- Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at the Bluewater Health-Palliative Care Unit, Sarnia on Tuesday November 3, 2020. Jean Isabella Shaw, age 95 years of Corunna. Beloved wife of the late James Blairmore Shaw (2006). Much loved mother of Greg Shaw and his wife Debbie of Corunna, Peg Swanson of Allen Park, Michigan, Carole
Gerrit "George" vanWijnen
vanWijnen- Peacefully at the Bluewater Health-Palliative Care Unit, Sarnia on Tuesday November 11, 2020. Gerrit “George” vanWijnen, age 79 years of Sarnia and formerly of Mooretown. George is surived by; his loving wife of 56 years, Ida (McClemens); his daughter, Mary Leffler (Dave); granddaughter, Tara Holmes (Brian); great-grandaughter, Hannelore; grandson, Adrian Vail; son, Peter vanWijnen
Carlyle Searson
Searson- With profound sadness, the family of F. Carlyle Searson announce his peaceful passing on Saturday November 21, 2020 after a brief struggle with cancer in his 82nd year. Beloved husband of 57 years to Marilyn (nee Clark). Cherished father of Scott Searson and his wife Anne and Jason Searson and his wife Cindy. Devoted
Madelon Foster
Foster- Unexpectedly at Village on the St. Clair, Sarnia on Saturday, December 12, 2020, Madelon Louise Foster passed away just 4 days shy of her 87th Birthday. She was a loving sister of Phyllis Doyon of Indiana and a treasured aunt to numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Professor Herbert and
Theresa Towler
Towler- Peacefully at the Bluewater Health-Palliatve Care Unit, Sarnia on Monday December 14, 2020. Theresa Agnes Towler, age 88 years of Sarnia and formerly of Corunna. Beloved wife of 68 years to Norman. Much loved mother of Doug Towler and his wife Denise. Treasured grandmother of Lindsey Myer and Corey Keelan (Tim) and great-grandmother of
Robert Fulton
Fulton- Peacefully at Bluewater Health, Sarnia on Tuesday December 15, 2020. Robert Fulton, age 72 years of Corunna. Beloved husband of nearly 50 years to Jo-Ella (nee Harrold). Much loved father of Karen Ann Fulton of Grimsby and Andrew John Fulton (Ivana) of Kitchener. Treasured grandfather of Nicholas James Campanella. Robert was a loving brother
Ruth Tuckey
Tuckey- It’s with heavy hearts for all who knew and loved her that "Heaven has received an amazing Angel". On Saturday December 26, 2020 our mom, Ruth Elaine Tuckey, born Sept 14, 1941, passed away peacefully with family at her side at Bluewater Health, Sarnia. Much loved wife of 58 years to the late Ken