Obituaries

Due to families wishes, not all obituaries are listed.





Tuesday, August 20, 2019 - 11 am
First St. Matthew's Lutheran Church - Hanover
Mabel Klages- Sacks (nee Publuske), formerly of Hanover, passed away peacefully at St. Mary’s Hospital in Kitchener on Friday, August 16, 2019, surrounded by family and friends in her 93rd year.  Born on January 30, 1927 in Sullivan Township to the late John and Selma Povelofskie.  Survived by her children Doug Klages (Charmaine) ... [Read more]




Born June 11,1930 in Hamburg Germany, passed away peacefully on Aug 12, 2019, in his 90th year. Predeceased by his wife Elisabeth Wulff in 2017 and his sister Hilde Sternhagen in Hamburg Germany.  He leaves his sons Axel (Janet) Wulff of Waterloo, Uwe (Cynthia) Wulff of Manheim, and daughter Jane (Ulrich) Kaempfe of Hanover.  ... [Read more]



Monday, August 12, 2019 - 11 am
Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover
Harvey John Holland, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at SBGHC-Chesley on Wednesday, August 07, 2019. He was 95. Born in Carrick Township, son of the late Henry and Florine (Metzger) Holland. Harvey worked at Inter-City Welding for 28 years and enjoyed farming. Harvey was a long time faithful member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church ... [Read more]




Private Inurnment Hanover Cemetery
George "Bud" Densmer Barley, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at The Village Senior's Community in Hanover on Thursday, August 8, 2019. He was 84. Born in North Bay on December 19, 1934 to the late Samuel and Isabelle Barley. George was a Foreman for Bell Canada for many years. Survived by wife Dianne (nee Brown) ... [Read more]




Barry Howard Baker, of Hanover, passed away peacefully after a brief illness, at Chapman House in Owen Sound on Monday, August 05, 2019. He was 86. Born on February 11, 1933 in London, England to the late George and Eleanor (nee Hollingshead) Baker. Barry was in Marketing with Air Canada until his retirement. He continued to remain active ... [Read more]



Tuesday, August 13, 2019 - 11 am
Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover
Elizabeth 'Betty' Grove passed away at The Village - Revera, Hanover, peacefully after a lengthy deteriorating health, to be with her Lord and Saviour on August 7, 2019, at the age of 90. Betty was born in Ellice Township on June 20, 1929, the daughter of the late Allan and Katie Schultz. She was a member of the Hanover ... [Read more]



Thursday, August 22, 2019 - 11 am
St. John's Lutheran Church - Elmwood
Ruth Marguerite Allen (nee Metzger), of Hanover, passed away with family by her side at Hanover and District Hospital on Saturday, August 3, 2019. She was 78. Born on September 20, 1940 to the late Otto and Pearl (nee McFarland) Metzger. Ruth will be remembered for her love of all things pink and floral, and as an avid scrapbooker. She ... [Read more]



Thursday, August 1, 2019 - 11:00 am
Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover
Ruby Marie Corlett, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital, surrounded by her family, on Sunday, July 28, 2019. She was 82. Born on June 29, 1937 to the late Jacob and Adeline (nee Unruh) Nuhn.  Ruby was a very caring lady, and shared a love for her family and her pets.  She will be remembered as a special ... [Read more]




Private Memorial Celebration of Life
Thelma Duxbury, of Hamilton, slipped away peacefully at Arbour Creek Care Centre, Hamilton, on Friday, July 26, 2019 in her 97th year. Born on September 9, 1922, in Czechoslovakia to the late Joseph and Anna (nee Szilassy) Szabo. Thelma will be sadly missed by her dog Scooter. Survived by step-sons Ronald (Donna) Duxbury of York, ... [Read more]



Friday, July 26, 2019 - 11:00 am
Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover
Donald "Don" Henry Wilken, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital on Thursday, July 18, 2019, surrounded by family, just two days before his 63rd birthday.  Born in Hanover on July 20, 1956 to Karl and Violet "Vi" (nee Eva) Wilken. Don was the founder of Wilken Roofing in Hanover. Survived ... [Read more]



Wednesday, July 17, 2019 - 11 am
Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover
Nancy Mashinter (nee Critchley), of Hanover, passed away peacefully surrounded by love at Hanover and District Hospital on Friday, July 12, 2019. She was 74. Born on June 11, 1945 to the late James "Jim" and Peggy (nee Curzon) Critchley. Nancy was self employed as a bookkeeper during her working career. Nancy was the Founder ... [Read more]



Friday, July 12, 2019 - 11 am
St. Matthew's Ev. Lutheran Church, Hanover
Leroy Pries, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital on Monday, July 8, 2019. He was 63. Born on May 26, 1956 in Walkerton to the late Arthur and Oleda (nee Willfang) Pries. Leroy overcame many obstacles that life brought to him. Born with Spina Bifida and hydrocephalus, he started life with many challenges. However, ... [Read more]



Saturday July 13, 2019 - 1-4 pm
Royal Canadian Legion Branch #130 Hanover
David Roy Andrews, of Hanover, passed away suddenly at his residence on Sunday, July 7, 2019. He was 64. Born in Walkerton, Ontario, on February 19, 1955, to the late Roy and Annie (nee McGuire) Andrews.  David worked for many years on Ontario railways, but he also owned a convenience store, and served as a volunteer firefighter.  ... [Read more]



Saturday, July 27, 2019 - 1-4 pm
Hanover Knights of Columbus
It is with great sadness that the family of Marilyn Meyerink announces her passing on July 2, 2019, surrounded by her family.     Marilyn will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 38 years, Bruce, her daughters, Stacy (David Ready), Stephanie (Hamid Izadi), and granddaughter Amelia.  Marilyn will also be dearly missed ... [Read more]



Sunday, July 14, 2019 - 1-3pm
Cedar Rail Family Campground - Westwind Hall , Scone
Glen Patrick Lippert, of Hanover, passed away at SBGHC-Chesley, surrounded by his family on Sunday, June 23, 2019. He was 65. Born in Hanover, on April 4, 1954, to the late Patrick and Nora (nee Britton) Lippert. Glen's true passion was family and he cherished many fond memories shared with those he loved. Glen worked for many years ... [Read more]



Tuesday, June 25, 2019 - 10:30 am
Hanover Mennonite Fellowship Church, Hanover
Lora May Vennard-Chappell, of Durham, passed away at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Saturday, June 22, 2019, in her 88th year.  Born on September 17, 1931, in Port Elgin, Ontario, to the late Alex Vennard and Ruth Chappell.  Lora had fond memories of her childhood, growing up on a small family farm in Burgoyne.  She always ... [Read more]



Saturday, August 24, 2019 - 1-4 pm
Hanover Masonic Lodge
Robert Gilbert Boorne, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at London Health Sciences Centre on Wednesday, June 19, 2019 with his loving wife, Donna (Troscinski) holding his hand. He was 69. Robert (Rob/Bob) and Donna celebrated their 38th wedding anniversary on June 5th. Robert was born in Toronto to the late Jack and Marjorie (nee Gibbings) ... [Read more]



Friday, June 28, 2019 - 11:30 am
Hanover Cemetery, Hanover
David Arthur Crysdale, of Ancaster, passed away peacefully at St. Peter's Hospital in Hamilton on Thursday, June 20, 2019. He was 87.   Born on July 24, 1931 in Toronto to the late John and Marion (nee O'Hara) Crysdale. David was a stockbroker and enjoyed following the stock and financial markets throughout his life.   Survived ... [Read more]



Monday, June 24, 2019 - 11 am
St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Hanover
Rita Schenk (nee Kahl), of Hanover, passed away peacefully at Hanover and District Hospital on Sunday, June 16, 2019 just a few weeks short of her 90th birthday. Born in Normanby Township on July 14, 1929 to the late Charles and Mary (nee Liebold) Kahl on a farm outside of Clifford. In 1951, Rita married Bob Schenk, a man from the big ... [Read more]



Monday, June 17, 2019 - 1:00 pm
St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Neustadt
Jean Holm, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at Hanover and District Hospital on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 in her 86th year. Born on August 4, 1933, in Neustadt, Ontario to the late Henry and Nellie (nee Miles) Gerber. Jean will be remembered for her hard work while farming alongside her husband, Len. She was a devoted woman of her faith ... [Read more]



Wednesday, June 5, 2019 - 11 am
St. Matthew's Ev. Lutheran Church, Hanover
Debby Katherine Grenfell, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at her residence on Thursday, May 30, 2019.  She was 68. Born in Waterloo, Ontario, on April 28, 1951, to the late Murray and Jean (nee Dietrich) Thomas.   Debby enjoyed her time working as the night school co-ordinator for the Bluewater District School Board for ... [Read more]



Wednesday, May 22, 2019 - 11 am
Hanover Mennonite Church, Hanover
Anna Bowman May 30, 1928 - May 18, 2019 Anna passed away peacefully on May 18, 2019 just shy of her 91st birthday. She lingered for less than two days in hospital where she shared her last hours with her family - the great joy of her life. Mother, wife and forever friend to many, Anna always put her faith and her family first. Her capacity ... [Read more]



Wednesday, May 22, 2019 - 12 pm
Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover
Inez Elizabeth Park, of Hanover, passed away at McVean Lodge on Thursday, May 16, 2019, in her 94th year. Born on June 5, 1925, to the late Kenneth and Caroline (nee Horst) Park.  Inez enjoyed the lifestyle and hard work of farming, living most of her life on the family farm just south of Hanover.  Recently, Inez was enjoying ... [Read more]



Friday, May 17, 2019 - 11 am
Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover
Mary Alice Diebel, formerly of Hanover, passed away peacefully at Brucelea Haven in Walkerton on Wednesday, May 15, 2019. She was 83. Born on July 28, 1935 in Brant Township to the late Henry and Mary (nee Weichman) Wedow. Mary was employed with Sandlos Grocers as well as a mail carrier for Canada Post. Mary was a faithful member of the ... [Read more]



Saturday, May 18, 2019 - 10:30 am
First St. Matthew's Church, Hanover
Thomas "Tom" Henry Brigham, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at The Village Senior's Community in Hanover on Tuesday, May 14, 2019. He was 76.    Born in Hanover on July 25, 1942, the eldest son of the late Ernest Clifford and Beulah Maria "Marie" (nee Klages) Brigham. When Tom turned 12, his family ... [Read more]



Saturday, May 11, 2019 - 11 am
Holy Family Church, Hanover
Jean-Claude Wilfred Guay, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital, on Tuesday, May 7, 2019, in his 79th year.   Born on May 17, 1940, in St. Eustache, Manitoba, son of the late Pierre and Marie-Louise (Potvin) Guay.  Jean-Claude was a hard-working man and had a deep love for his family and friends.  ... [Read more]



Thursday, May 9, 2019 - 1 pm
St. Matthew's Ev. Lutheran Church, Hanover
Gertrud "Trudy" Remers, of Hanover, passed away suddenly at LHSC University Site in London on Monday, May 6, 2019. She was 70. Born on January 19, 1949 in Hailer Germany to the late Carl Otto and Helga (nee Kittel) Diercks. Better known around Hanover as Trudy, she was employed as a Pay Master with Sklar-Peppler Furniture as ... [Read more]




Private Family Graveside Services
Daryl Mawhinney, of Hanover, passed away after a courageous battle at Hanover and District Hospital, Hanover on Saturday, May 4, 2019. He was 55. Born in Walkerton, on August 19, 1963, son of Ronald and Monique (Savard) Mawhinney. Daryl was a sales manager with Rideau Pipe and Drilling. Daryl loved the motto "Family First", ... [Read more]




Private Family Service
Ivan Eldon Kaufman, of RR#3 Elmwood, passed away peacefully at Grey-Bruce Health Services, Owen Sound on Wednesday, April 24, 2019. He was 75. Born on September 11, 1943 to the late Valentine and Caroline (nee Weidendorf) Kaufman on the family farm in Bentinck Township. Ivan farmed his whole life and enjoyed living on the farm along side ... [Read more]




Marilyn Louise Moon, formerly of Tottenham, suddenly passed away at Hanover and District Hospital on Wednesday, April 24, 2019. She was 77. Born November 26, 1941, to the late George and Martha Louise (McGhee) Fewster. Survived by husband Robert Moon best friend of 56 years. Dear mother of Kevin (Robine) Moon of Tottenham, Shelby Moon ... [Read more]



Saturday, June 1, 2019 - 2-6 pm with Service at 3pm
Neustadt Community Centre
Robert "Robbie" May, of Neustadt, was taken away from his precious family suddenly at Hanover and District Hospital on Friday, April 19, 2019. He was 46. Born on September 6, 1972 to Debra (nee Stock) and Jake May. Robbie was employed as a Truck Driver. Robbie was known to his friends as a sweet caring man who would help anyone ... [Read more]




Private Interment, Hanover Cemetery
Peter Richard Braun, of Hanover, passed away at Grey-Bruce Health Services, Owen Sound on Monday, April 22, 2019. He was 63. Born in Walkerton, Ontario on October 1, 1955 to William and Florence (nee Altman) Braun. Survived by daughters Amanda Tanner of St. George and Ashley (Chris) Braun of Newmarket. Grandfather of grandchildren ... [Read more]



Saturday, April 20, 2019 - 11 am
Grace United Church, Hanover
Douglas “Doug” Wilson Bentley, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital, on Tuesday, April 16, 2019. He was 82. Born on December 9, 1936 to Alma (nee Wilson) and the late Wilmot Bentley. Doug was employed with Canada Packers from 1956 to 1967, White Farm Equipment and Cockshutt from 1967 to 1982, and then Hanover ... [Read more]



Sunday, June 9, 2019 - 1-4 pm
(Royal Canadian Legion, Hanover)
Donald Arthur Caughy, of Lake Rosalind, Hanover, passed away suddenly at home on Monday, April 15th, 2019. He was 78 years old. Don was born in Blenheim, ON, on April 10th, 1941. His parents were James Henry Caughy and Mary Luellen Caughy (Burk). Don was the eighth of ten children. He helped support the family from a young age by working ... [Read more]



Thursday, April 25, 2019 - 1-4 pm
Royal Canadian Legion - Hanover
Timothy "Tim" David Byers, of Owen Sound, passed away suddenly at his home on Saturday, April 13, 2019. He was 47. Born in Hanover on June 9, 1971 to Ted and Julie (nee Rutherford) Byers. Also known as Dave to friends, Tim touched many with his generous spirit, story telling and humour. Survived by children Corrie and Destiny ... [Read more]



Wednesday, April 17, 2019 - 10:30 am
Holy Family Church, Hanover
William Stanley "Stan" Purves, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital, Hanover on Saturday, April 13, 2019. He was 91. Born in Bentinck Township on July 4, 1927 to the late John and Hazel (nee Willis) Purves. Better known as Stan by family and friends, he was employed for many years as a Stationary Engineer ... [Read more]



Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 11 am
St. Matthew's Ev. Lutheran Church, Hanover
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Robert "Bob" Seim, of Hanover, announce his passing on Monday, April 8, 2019 at the Hanover & District Hospital after a courageous battle with Cancer.  He was 84. Bob lived his life to the fullest.  Family, friends, work and travel were his passions. After graduating from ... [Read more]



Thursday, April 11, 2019 - 11 am
Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover
Roy Fletcher, of Hanover, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at Hanover and District Hospital on Monday, April 08, 2019. He was 84. Born on August 16, 1934 to the late Bruce and Evelyn Fletcher in Guelph, Ontario. Roy was the proud owner of Sports Travel Homes and will be remembered by his many clients for his kindness and ... [Read more]



Monday, March 25, 2019 - 11 am
St. Matthew's Ev. Lutheran Church, Hanover
Jeanette Wilhelmina Ann Brunner, of Hanover, passed away at Grey-Bruce Health Services, Owen Sound on Friday, March 22, 2019. She was 92. Born on August 29, 1926, in Neustadt, Ontario, to the late Erwin and Luella (nee Breutigam) Hilgartner.  Jeanette lived a busy and full life.  She worked hard with her husband Godfrey ... [Read more]



Thursday, March 21, 2019 - 11 am
Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover
Anna "June" Johnson, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital, Hanover on Monday, March 18, 2019. She was 56. Born in Toronto on October 14, 1962 to the late Frank and June "Helen" (nee Spencley) Johnson. June will be remembered by her infectious smile and greeting all that knew her with warmth and ... [Read more]



Tuesday, March 19, 2019 - 11 am
Hanover Missionary Church, Hanover
Annie Wilda Campbell, of Hanover, passed away at The Village Senior's Community, on Thursday, March 14, 2019, in her 99th year.   Born in Bruce Township on April 6, 1920 to the late William and Charlotte (nee McKay) Reid. Annie was born on the family farm near Glammis. After graduating high school, she and her sister ventured ... [Read more]




Donald Carl Ruhl, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital, Hanover on Thursday, March 14, 2019. He was 87. Born on September 25, 1931 in Hanover to the late Theodore "Ted" and Arnetta (nee Holm) Ruhl. He was employed in a sawmill and the furniture business. Survived by sons Don Jr. Ruhl of Hanover, Gregory ... [Read more]




John "Kevin" Lahey, of Hanover, formerly of Cambridge and Goderich, passed away peacefully in his 93rd year after a full life on Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at the Hanover & District Hospital. Born on September 29, 1926 on Bell Island, Newfoundland to the late Patrick and Annie (nee Clemens) Lahey. Kevin was a machinist and ... [Read more]



Monday, March 11, 2019 - 11 am
Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover
Melvin "Mel" Lipskie, of Hanover, passed away in his sleep in the comfort of his home on Tuesday, March 05, 2019. He was 89. Born in Hanover on February 11, 1930 to the late Chris and Hanna (nee Scheifele) Lipskie. "Mel" was employed for many years with Durham Furniture, Knechtel Furniture and Beaver Lumber and will ... [Read more]



Thursday, March 7, 2019 - 11 am
Grace United Church, Hanover
Donald Calvin Garland, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at home with the love of his life Shirley by his side on Friday, March 1, 2019. He was 90. Born in Walkerton on New Years Day in 1929 to the late William "Bill" and Hattie (nee Hoare) Garland. Don worked happily for most of his life on his farm and as a Bee Keeper. He ... [Read more]




Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover
Mary Price (nee Seeley), of RR#4 Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital on Tuesday morning, February 26, 2019. She was 70. Born on March 18, 1948 to the late Robert "Bob" and Marie Seeley. Mary worked along side her husband on the farm and knew the true meaning of hard work. Survived by loving husband James ... [Read more]




Celebration of Life at a later date
Jacob Cecil Brewster, formerly of Hanover, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at his residence in Newmarket on Tuesday, February 19, 2019. He was 39. Born on October 28, 1979 in Hanover to Cecil and Linda (nee Martin) Brewster. Loved son of Cecil and Linda (nee Martin) Brewster of Hanover. Younger brother to Adam Brewster (Sheri) ... [Read more]



Friday, February 22, 2019 - 1 pm
First St. Matthew's Lutheran Church ( 425-10th Avenue, Hanover)
Allan "Lefty" Willfang, WWII Veteran of the Canadian Navy, formerly of Hanover, passed away at Caressant Care Nursing Home in Arthur on Sunday, February 17, 2019. He was 93. Born in Howick Tonwnship on September 29, 1925 to the late Henry and Emma (nee Sheerer) Willfang. Allan was known to his friends as "Lefty" and ... [Read more]



Saturday, February 16, 2019 - 11 am
Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover
Gordon Ernest, of RR#1 Hanover, passed away suddenly at home on Wednesday, February 13, 2019. He was 71. Born on November 18, 1947 in Hanover, Ontario to the late Rueben and Ethel (nee Thedorff) Ernest. Gordon was employed for many years as a labourer for Interforest as well as the Bobbin Factory in Walkerton. A man of faith, he and Cleta ... [Read more]



Friday, February 8, 2019 - 11 am
Hanover Missionary Church
Marjorie Mae Smith (nee Young) formerly of Hanover, passed away at Brucelea Haven in Walkerton on Tuesday, February 5, 2019. She was 83. Born on August 19, 1935 to the late Joseph and Mary (nee Baker) Young. Marjorie raised her girls along with her late husband Samuel and truly enjoyed watching them grow up. She was a member of the Hanover ... [Read more]




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