2021 Condolences
Gerald Vandevenne
Vandevenne- At Bluewater Health, Sarnia on Friday January 29, 2021. Gerald Joseph Vandevenne, age 66 years of Corunna. Gerald was a loving brother of Jeanne Pretty (John), Helen Shafer, Betty Hunter and Ruth Bechard. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by; his parents, Gerard and Mary Vandevenne; his sisters,
Margaret Harrison
Harrison- Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Bluewater Health, Sarnia on Thursday January 28, 2021. Margaret Harrison, age 89 years of Corunna. Loving mother and best mother-in-law of Mark Harrison and his wife Cindy of Wyoming, Bill Leitch and his wife Jill of Corunna, Fred Harrison and his wife Sheila of Corunna, Tom Harrison
Bess Payne
Payne- Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Vision Nursing Home, Sarnia on Wednesday March 3, 2021. Bessie “Bess” Marguerite Payne, age 91 years formerly of Corunna. Beloved wife of the late Edward Payne (2018). Loving mother of Gary Payne and Murray Payne and his wife Chris all of Sarnia and Dennis Payne and his
Ken Harper
Kenneth Bruce Harper (April 22, 1928 – March 12, 2021) formerly of Mooretown Ontario passed away peacefully at Lambton Meadowview Villa, Petrolia on Friday, March 12, 2021, just short of his 93rd birthday. Loving husband of the late Carol Harper (Lashbrook) (2001) the mother of his children and the late Hazel Harper (Atkinson, Randall) (2010).
Bruce Irvine
Bruce William Irvine, aged 90 yrs, passed away peacefully after a brief illness in Palliative Care Unit at Bluewater Health, Sarnia on Sunday March 14, 2021. He will be dearly missed by his family. Bruce was born in Elgin Mills, Ontario in May 1930, the son of Bill and Grace Irvine and half brother of
Bruce Morningstar
Morningstar – Peacefully following a courageous battle with cancer surrounded by his loving family at the Bluewater Health Palliative Care Unit, Sarnia, on Tuesday March 30, 2021. Bruce Edward Morningstar age 66 years of Corunna. Beloved husband and best friend for 32 to years to Lynn. Much loved father of Dale Morningstar and his wife
Lee Chalmers
Chalmers- It is with great sadness we share the passing of Lee Houston Chalmers, age 29 yrs. on April 5, 2021 formerly of Courtright. Lee held a very special place in his heart for his son Klaeton Duncan. Loving son of Celie Chalmers of Petrolia and John Chalmers. Predeceased by his older brother, John “Scoot”
Mildred Hancock
Hancock- Peacefully at Vision Nursing Home, Sarnia on Sunday May 16, 2021. Mildred Irene Hancock, age 98 years of Corunna. Beloved wife of the late Mirn Hancock (2002). Loving mother of Sharon Whitehead of Corunna. Treasured aunt to numerous nieces and nephews. Mildred was predeceased by; her son-in-law, Ed Whitehead (2010); her sister and brother-in-law,
George Hagan
Hagan- Unexpectedly after a brief stay at Bluewater Health, Sarnia on Thursday June 3, 2021. George Kenneth Hagan, age 74 years of Corunna. Beloved husband of 50 years to Mary. Much loved father of Julie Hagan and her husband Dylan Fedy of Toronto and Sarah Gray and her husband Oliver of England. Treasured grandfather of
Yvonne Kameka
Kameka- Unexpectedly but peacefully at her residence on Thursday June 17, 2021. Yvonne Michele Kameka, age 71 years of Corunna. Beloved wife of 53 years to Fritz. Much loved mother of Shawn Kameka (Margaret) of Courtright, the late Shane (1990) and Stacey Muxlow of Corunna. Treasured grandmother Mckenna, Hunter, Matthew, Randy, Cooper, Aiden and Ainzley
Robert “Bob” Crombeen
Crombeen– Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at St. Joseph’s Hospice, Sarnia on Saturday July 10, 2021. Robert “Bob” Crombeen, age 87 years of Corunna. Beloved husband of 56 years to Geraldine (nee Gerrits). Loving father of Joan Steinsky and her husband George of Toronto, Frank Crombeen and his wife Sue of Toronto and Brenda
Ann O’Leary
O’Leary-It is with tremendous sadness we announce that Ann Louise O’Leary (nee Jeffrey) has passed away from the vicious disease known as ALS on July 8th, 2021. Ann fought this disease with her signature fierce strength and independence and she ended her battle with dignity and grace. Beloved wife of 50 years to Steve O’Leary
Alan Nixon
” Oh, I have slipped the surly bonds of earth” Nixon-It is with disbelief and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Alan Nixon on July 18/21 at the age of 67. Now reunited with his father Benjamin (1963), stepfather Sam (1989) and his mother Joan (2018). Survived by wife and soulmate
Patricia “Pat” Cherski
Cherski– Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Bluewater Health, Sarnia on Monday July 26, 2021. Patricia “Pat” Cherski, age 76 yrs of Corunna and formerly of Courtright. Loving mother of Kelli Joefield of Courtright and Jake (Tanya) Cherski of Sarnia and a special mother of Kory Peters (Jocelynne) of Edmonton. Cherished grandmother of Taylor,
Wayne Coughlin
Coughlin– Unexpectedly at Bluewater Health, Sarnia on Wednesday August 4, 2021. Wayne Coughlin, age 80 years of Sarnia and formerly of Corunna. Beloved husband of 11 years to Diane (nee Lucas). Loving father of Kevin Coughlin and his wife Alicia of London, Brent Coughlin of Ottawa and step-father of Steven Partridge and his wife Clare
Elizabeth “Betty” Morrison
Morrison- Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at the Bluewater Health Palliative Care Unit, Sarnia on Tuesday August 10, 2021. Elizabeth “Betty” Patricia Morrison, age 90 years formerly of Windsor. Loving mother of Dan O’Brien and his wife Phyllis of Sarnia and step-mother of Ronald Morrison and his wife Debbie of Maple Ridge B.C. and
Harry Newby
Newby– Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at C.E.E Hospital, Petrolia on Friday August 13, 2021. Harry Peter Newby, age 78 years. Much loved father of Allan Newby, Charlotte Rank (Tim), Kim Newby and Alice Shaw (Len). He was a loving grandfather to 10 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers and 5 sisters. Numerous nieces and
Norm Towler
Towler- Unexpectedly but peacefully at his home in Sarnia on Saturday August 14, 2021. Norman Cecil Towler, age 95 years of Sarnia and formerly of Corunna. Beloved husband for 68 years to the late Theresa (2020). Much loved father of Doug Towler and his wife Denise. Treasured grandfather of Lindsey Myer and Corey Keelan (Tim)
John “Jack” Mills
Mills- John Albert Mills of Courtright passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 21, 2021 in his 81st year. John “Jack” will be forever kept in the heart of his beloved wife Viola whom he was married to for 53 years. He was a devoted father to Andrea and her husband Mark Hoba. John was loved
Norma Dolbear
Dolbear– Peacefully but unexpectedly at Bluewater Health, Sarnia on Friday September 10, 2021. Norma June Dolbear (nee Auld), age 79 years of Corunna. Beloved wife of the late Donald Dolbear (2020). Loving mother Terry Dolbear and his wife Julie of Courtright and David Dolbear and his wife Julie of Corunna. Treasured grandmother of Lyndsay Bucci
Karen Culligan
Culligan- Peacefully at St. Joseph’s Hospice, Sarnia on Thursday, September 16, 2021. Karen Eilleen Culligan, age 62 years of Corunna. Loving wife of Doug Benstead. Dear mother of Jeremy Longworth, Sarah Longworth (Kyle Giles), Danielle Longworth, Aaron Culligan, Derek Culligan (Dawn) and Shannon Culligan-Sheldon (Chris). Cherished grandmother to numerous grandchildren. Loving sister of Chris Humble
Paulina Kaal
Kaal- Paulina Sophia Kaal, age 89 years passed away peacefully at Trillium Villa Nursing Home, Sarnia on Wednesday September 22, 2021. Our beloved Mom (Oma) left us to join her husband Benny in heaven, who passed away 4 years to the day. As much as Pat (Mark), Rob (April), Nancy (Bruce), Lisa and her grandchildren
David Tuplin
Tuplin – Peacefully following a brief battle with cancer with his loving wife by his side at Bluewater Health Sarnia, on Wednesday October 13, 2021. David Neave Tuplin age 74 years of Corunna. Beloved husband and best friend for 35 to years to Cathy. Much loved father of Adam Bogaart (Kristin) of St. Louis and
Arnold Pole
Pole– Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at the Bluewater Health Palliative Care Unit, Sarnia on Friday October 29, 2021. Arnold Pole age 88 years of Mooretown. Dear husband of Joyce. Loving father of Darryl Pole and his wife Linda of Corunna, Heather MacKellar and her husband Ian of Oakville, Karen Klumpenhouwer and her husband
Jo-Anne Jarmasz
Jarmasz– Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at L.H.S.C.-Victoria Hospital, London on Friday November 5, 2021. Jo-Anne Jarmasz, age 80 yrs of Corunna. Loving mother of Bryan Chadwick and his wife Patti of Moose Jaw, SK and Tracy MacPherson of Corunna. Dear grandmother of Laura Bissel (Jeff), Lindsey MacPherson, Jill Chadwick (Patrick McKay), Nick Stuckey
Geraldine Crombeen
Crombeen– Peacefully at Fiddicks Nursing Home, Petrolia on Friday November 5, 2021. Geraldine Crombeen (nee Gerrits), age 85 years formerly of Corunna. Christened Geradina Johanna Petronella, she was born in the Netherlands and immigrated to Canada in 1947. Beloved wife of 56 years to the late Robert “Bob” Crombeen (July 10, 2021). Loving mother of
Michael Greene
Greene-Unexpectedly in London Ontario on Wednesday, November 17, 2021. Michael Patrick Greene formerly of Corunna, passed away at the age of 39. Beloved son of Timothy and Patricia Greene. Cherished brother of Vikki (Chris) and Ryan. Treasured uncle of Nicholas, Connor and Molly (Riley). Also survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins. Michael will be
Robert “Bob” Dupuis
Dupuis-It is with saddened hearts that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Robert “Bob” Alexander Dupuis on Friday November 26, 2021 at the age of 61 years. He was the dear son of Elizabeth “Betty” and the late Ron Bainbridge (2009). Loving brother of Mark (Anne) Bainbridge, Steven (Sandy) Bainbridge, Peter (Micheline) Bainbridge
Rose “Rodie” Campbell
Campbell– Peacefully at Lambton Meadowview Villa, Petrolia on Thursday December 16, 2021. Rose “Rodie” Campbell, age 84 yrs of Corunna. Loving wife and soul mate for 65 years to Harold “Soup” Campbell. Much loved mother of John Campbell (Mary) of Sarnia, Sherri Fordyce (Jason McDonald) of London and Scott Campbell (Sandra) of Kelowna BC. Treasured
Ida Jarosinski
Jarosinski- Ida Kathleen Jarosinski, age 34 of Sarnia passed away unexpectedly at her home. She was the loving sister of Alexander Jarosinski of St. Albert Alberta. She was the treasured niece of David Coultis (Liz), Karen Morrison (David), Carmen Frentress (David) and Marek Jarosinski. Numerous cousins also survive. She was predeceased by; her parents, Cynthia
John “Jack” Piggott
Piggott– Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Lambton Meadowview Villa, Petrolia on Monday, December 20, 2021. John “Jack” Junior Piggott, age 92 years formerly of Corunna. Loving husband of 43 years to Ruth Ann. Dear father of Kathy Hennick (Karl) of Wyoming, Debbie Field (John) of Courtright, Peggy Scott (Gary) of Courtright and Don
June Maginn
Maginn– Peacefully but unexpectedly at her residence on Wednesday December 29, 2021. June Isobel Maginn age 89 years of Corunna. Loving wife of the late Bruce Maginn (1995). Much loved mother of Brenda Lassaline (Larry McNally) of Inwood and Keith Maginn (Charlene) of London. Treasured grandmother of Beth (Tian), Jillian, Maelynn (Dustin), Pam (Salim), Mark