Eleanora "Ellie" Becker, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital on Tuesday, July 31, 2018. She was 88. Born in Brant Township, daughter of the late David and Magdelena (nee Rhody) Wilken. She was a member of E.L.W. and Queens Bush Chorus. Always remembered for her kindness and smile on her face. Survived ... [Read more]

Corisa Diane (nee Metcalfe) Lemont, of Chepstow, passed away peacefully after a tough fight with cancer at the Hanover & District Hospital on Tuesday, July 24, 2018, at the age of 31. Corisa, a loving and devoted wife to Mark, Mommy to Lucas, Trevor and Callum, was born in Walkerton, May 29, 1987 to Bob Metcalfe and Dale Schaefer. Corisa ... [Read more]

Margaret Rose Wright, of Hanover, passed away at her home, on Tuesday, July 24, 2018. She was 68. Born in Amhurst, Nova Scotia, on January 22, 1950, to the late Thomas and Annie (nee Dorit) Comiere. Survived by husband of 36 years Aubrey Richards of Hanover, and daughters Sandra (Brian) Clark of Kitchener, and Shelly (Mark) Jelley of ... [Read more]

Born on May 15th, 1939, Leona Franey Oehm (née Ash) of Ayton passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 24, 2018, in her 80th year, surrounded by her family following a five year battle with leukemia. Eldest daughter of Vera Scott and Edwin Ash (predeceased), she is survived by her siblings Edwina “Winnie” Comley of Stratford, ... [Read more]

Howard Lahn, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at The Village Senior's Community, Hanover on Thursday, July 19, 2018. He was 83. Born in Hanover, Ontario on October 27, 1934 to the late Norman and Carrie (nee Barkholtz) Lahn. Howard was most at home on the farm and truly enjoyed all the hard work farming entailed. A member of St. ... [Read more]

Mary Welechenko, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at Hanover and District Hospital with her family by her side on Tuesday, July 17, 2018. She was 91. Born November 25, 1926, in Gorlitz, Saskatchewan, to the late Bill and Dora (nee Oleksiuk) Danyluk. She lived around Spirit Lake, Saskatchewan and made the move to Toronto in her teen ... [Read more]

Mark Jeffrey Elliott, of Brantford, will always be remembered for his courage during difficult times. Unfortunately on Saturday, July 14, 2018, Mark passed away suddenly. His pain was too difficult and he was no longer just sad, just imprisoned by this powerful darkness. He was 52. Born February 27, 1966, in Listowel, Ontario. Mark was ... [Read more]

Shirley Jean Taylor, passed away peacefully at Brucelea Haven, Walkerton on Friday, July 13, 2018. She was 89. Born in Hanover, daughter of the late Elmer and Ellen (McGirr) Weidner. Shirley was an associate member of the Brussels Legion Branch # 218. Survived by daughters Debbie (Bill) Eidt, Kim (Jim) Oehring both of Walkerton and ... [Read more]

Gross, Marlene Ann – of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital on July 8, 2018, in her 88th year. Marlene was the daughter of Thomas and Christena (nee McCormick) Hughes of Irish Lake. Predeceased by her husband Francis Ernest Gross, brothers James, Leo, Francis, Angus and Raymond Hughes and sisters Helen Hughes and Colleen ... [Read more]

Richard "Rick" Robert Pake, of Hanover, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at home on Saturday, July 7, 2018 at the age of 68. He will be dearly missed by his beloved wife of 43 years, Pam Pake (nee Holman) of Hanover. Rick was loved by his daughters, and sons in law, Cathy (Ken) VanderStoep of Waterdown, Tracy ... [Read more]

Marie McRonald, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover Care Centre, Hanover, on Thursday, June 28, 2018.  She was 81. Born in Normanby Township on December 3, 1936, to the late John and Pauline (nee Fritz) Becker.  Marie was a former member of the Durham Rebekah Lodge, and Sunnyview Women's Institute.  Marie and her husband ... [Read more]

Gloria Koebel, of Hanover, passed away suddenly at her home on Sunday, June 24, 2018. She was 74. 　 Born in Hanover on December 1, 1943, to the late Arthur and Martha (nee Allenson) Hafermehl. Gloria was employed with Canada Post, retiring after 27 years of service. Loved by daughter Trina Fidler (Michael Thompson) of R#3 Elmwood, ... [Read more]

Elmer Schmidt, of Hanover, passed away at The Village Senior's Community, Hanover, on Wednesday, June 13, 2018. He was 95. Born on June 17, 1922, to the late Edward and Christina (nee Kreutzkamp) Schmidt.  Elmer was born and raised in Hanover, residing there his entire life. He cofounded and was a partner in Smitty’s Fine ... [Read more]

Charles William "Chuck" Gardiner passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness and surrounded by his family at the Hanover Care Centre on Thursday, June 7, 2018.  He was in his 91st year. He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Doreen (nee Adler), four children, John (Carol) of Wallaceburg, Brenda Murray (Mike Pyne) ... [Read more]

Karen Ann Harrington, of Hanover, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with her family at her side at Hanover and District Hospital on Tuesday, June 05, 2018. She was 52. Born in Kitchener on March 1, 1966 to Glenn and Eileen (nee Vollmer) Skinn. Karen had a love for life even through all her recent health troubles. She was ... [Read more]

Alan Harry Lantz, of Crawford, passed away one day after his birthday at SBGHC - Durham on Saturday, June 2, 2018. He was 77. Born on June 1, 1941 in Linwood, Ontario to the late Harry and Ila (nee Deckert) Lantz. Alan wed the love of his life Diane (nee Sills) and began their future by raising a family. Alan was employed for Revenue ... [Read more]

Ruth Ann Caroline Wright, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital, on Saturday, May 19, 2018.  She was 84. Born on October 1, 1933, in Penetanguishene, Ontario, to the late John and Edythe (nee Turner) Adams.  Ruth enjoyed her time as a member of the Hanover Legion, and cherished the many friendships and memories ... [Read more]

Gregory Joseph Armstrong, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital on Tuesday, May 15, 2018.  He was 87. Born in Sydenham Township on May 22, 1930 to the late James and Mary (nee McKeown) Armstrong. Gregory was a teacher for the Waterloo County Separate School Board for many years. His involvement with both the Knights ... [Read more]

Bruce John Soehner, of Hanover, passed away at Chapman House, Owen Sound, on Friday, May 11, 2018. He was 83. Born in Elmira, on May 11, 1935, son of the late Harold and Gertrude (Henrich) Soehner. Survived by wife Maureen (Power) Soehner, daughters Lorie (James) Berlet of Elmira, Shelley (Red) Burns of Texas, Tracy (Glenn) Bridge of ... [Read more]

Mildred Elizabeth Becker, of Hanover, formerly of Ayton, passed away at Hanover Care Centre, on Thursday, May 10, 2018. She was 83. Born in Normanby Township on June 19, 1934, to the late Melvin and Minnie (nee Fatum) Buhrow.  Mildred last worked at the Hanover Care Centre as part of the kitchen staff.  She volunteered her time ... [Read more]

Linda Charlotte Kupferschmidt, of Mildmay, passed away peacefully at Grey-Bruce Health Services - Owen Sound, on Thursday, May 10, 2018.  She was 69. Born in Hanover on November 12, 1948, to the late Arthur and Alvena (nee Russwurm) Fidler.  Linda was a member of the Catholic Womens League, Mildmay Seniors, The Horticultural ... [Read more]

Lois (Gillis) Schaus   Lois Schaus passed away peacefully in Toronto on November 10, 2017 after a brief illness.  Born in  Melville, P.E.I.  on  January 1, 1925, Lois was the daughter of the late John J. and Anna Gillis of Melville.  She was predeceased by her husband of 72 years, Dr. Orland O. Schaus, ... [Read more]

Bernice Rita Klein, of Hanover, passed away at Chapman House Residential Hospice, Owen Sound, on Friday, May 04, 2018. She was 90. Born in Deemerton, Ontario, on Sept 20, 1927, to the late Harvey Sr. and Marie (nee Emil) Becker.  Loving mother of Wayne (Rose) Klein of Lake Rosalind and Ivy (Bruce) Lantz of Bancroft.  Dearly ... [Read more]

Helen Audrey Stanley (nee Nicholson) of Hanover, formerly of Kinloss, passed away at Hanover District Hospital on April 30th, 2018 surrounded by her six daughters.    Helen was born September 14th, 1939 on the South Line of Kincardine Township to the late Walter and Edna Nicholson. She married the love of her life, ... [Read more]

Eva Johanna Swanson (nee Skarnikat, nee Kummetz), born in Hohenbruch, East Prussia, November 17th, 1934, was the daughter of Kurt Spenner and Ernea Kummetz (Weichert), deceased, and sister of Rosie Zippan of Troisdorf, Germany.  Eva was wife of Hans Egon Skarnikat of Herne, Germany, from 1958 until his death in 2000.  She is survived ... [Read more]

Clare Francis Godfrey, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at Hanover and District Hospital on Wednesday, January 17, 2018. He was 88. Born in Hanover on November 1, 1929 to the late Anthony and Eleanor (nee Grubb) Godfrey. Clare was retired from P & H Foods as Plant Superintendent. Once he retired he served on the Economic Development ... [Read more]

Margaret "Margie" Berberich, of Hanover, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones at Chapman House in Owen Sound on Friday, April 13, 2018. She was 57. Born in Toronto on January 27, 1961 to Harold and Sagami (nee Sasaoka) Berberich. Better known as Margie, she was employed with Canada Post until her failing health. Loved ... [Read more]

Patricia Joyce Hett, formerly of Hanover, passed away at Lee Manor Nursing Home, Owen Sound on Saturday, April 14, 2018. She had just celebrated her 82nd birthday with friends and family. Born on April 2, 1936 in Kitchener, Ontario to the late William and Josephine "Millie" (nee Ries) Schroder. Pat was employed with the City ... [Read more]

Eileen (Becker) Pfeffer, formerly of Normanby Township,  passed away at The Village Senior’s Residence in Hanover, on Thursday, April 5, 2018, following a long and courageous struggle.  She was a wonderful friend to all who knew her and appreciated and enjoyed each glorious day as a new adventure in her life.  Her family ... [Read more]

Alvin "Al" MacKinnon, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital on Sunday, March 18, 2018. He was 81. Born September 2, 1936, in Kenyon Township, to the late Daniel and Katherine (nee Brownell) MacKinnon. Al worked in sales for Ford leasing in Toronto and was a former member of the Oakville Optimist Club. Al and ... [Read more]

Linda Marilyn Smith, of R#1 Hanover, passed away at home on the farm suddenly on Friday, March 30, 2018. She was 63. Born on December 23, 1954. Linda was the daughter of the late Edgar and Sarah (nee Baker) Baack. Linda always enjoyed life in the country and remained on the farm until her death. Heart broken from George's death in ... [Read more]

Peacefully surrounded by the love of his family at the Hanover Care Centre on Thursday evening, March 29, 2018. John Neirgarth Fleming of Hanover at the age of 94 years. John was born in Normanby Township on December 30, 1923. Son of the late John H. and Laura (nee Neirgarth) Fleming. He farmed in Bentinck for many years while also involved ... [Read more]

Alleene Lambertus, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at The Village Seniors Community on Sunday, March 25, 2018. She was 96. Born in Brant Township daughter of the late Louis and Josephine (Wehenkel) Lambertus. Alleene was a R.N.A. at the Hanover and District Hospital and with Dr. Hurley's office for 14 years until retiring. Survived ... [Read more]

Evelyn "Dolly" Chittick, of R#3 Hanover, passed away on the family farm on Friday, March 16, 2018. She was 92. Evelyn was born on November 9, 1925 in Bentinck Township. Evelyn was employed as a Nurses Aid both in Hanover and Durham until retiring in 1978. She enjoyed farming along side her husband in Bentinck. She was a faithful ... [Read more]

Gloria Bellam of Hanover Ontario passed away peacefully at her home in the Seasons Brantford Retirement residence on March 12, 2018, in her 99th year. Gloria was born in Cookshire, a beautiful town in the Eastern Townships of Quebec, on August 4, 1919. She was the only child of the late James and Estelle (Wahl) Frasier. After finishing ... [Read more]

Ray Edward Stanley of Hanover, formerly of Kinloss, passed at Kincardine hospital on Thursday, March 15, 2018. He was 82 years old and leaves a legacy of family, friends and community.  Ray purchased his first Ford dump truck in 1959.  Over the years, Blackhorse Sand and Gravel expanded to include loaders and a crusher. In the winters ... [Read more]

On March 14, 2018, Irene Janes, (nee Whalley), a strong, intelligent and loving wife, Mother, Grandmother, aunt and friend passed away in Guelph, Ontario. Even though she didn’t stand much more than four feet, six inches tall, she had the heart of a giant.  The love she had for her family, friends, and let’s not forget any ... [Read more]

Richard Gross, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital, on Tuesday, March 13, 2018.  He was 78.  Richard worked hard in the lumber business, in various aspects from forestry to sawmills and furniture.  Richard lived most of his life at the family homestead in Carlsrhue.  Born October 19, 1939, in Hanover, ... [Read more]

Valerie Gail Leake, of RR1 Hanover, passed away at SBGHC - Durham on Saturday, March 10, 2018. She was 67. Born in Stratford, Ontario on December 13, 1950 to the late Emery and Margaret (nee Roman) Leake. Valerie was the only child to her parents and the last surviving member of her immediate family. Faithfully a devoted member of Kingdom ... [Read more]

Harold W. Stump, of Hanover died at home on March 5, 2018.  Home was "Living on Fourteenth Street".  He was 82.  Harold/Moose was raised near the Bay of Islands situated between the Manitoulin Island and Espanola.  He particularly enjoyed the song "Somewhere on the Islands" by Gary Fjellgard.  ... [Read more]

Dorothy McGlashan, of Hanover, passed away surrounded by her family at home on Monday, March 05, 2018. She was 79. Born on July 27, 1938 in Gosforth Northumberland, Great Britian, UK. Loved daughter of Joseph and Victoria (nee Appleton) Robson. Survived by loving husband Robert McGlashan of Hanover. Dear mother of Robert McGlashan ... [Read more]

Ronald "Ron" Johnson, of RR#1 Elmwood, passed away, surrounded by his family at his home on Sunday, March 04, 2018. He was 63. Born in South Dakota on February 24, 1955 to the late Johnnie and Lucille (nee Aiken) Johnson. Ron was employed with Durham Furniture as a labourer. Prior to moving to Canada, Ron enjoyed simple living ... [Read more]

Douglas "Doug" Pentland, also better known as "Snoop" by his friends and family, of Pike Bay, Northern Bruce Peninsula, passed away peacefully at Chapman House Residential Hospice in Owen Sound on Thursday, March 1, 2018. He was 68. Born on November, 22, 1949, in Hanover, Ontario, to the late Percival "Perce" and ... [Read more]

Harold Karn, of Hanover, passed away at Rockwood Terrace in Durham on Wednesday morning, February 28, 2018. He was 93. Born on February 20, 1925 in Sullivan Township to the late Heinrick (Harry) and Elisabeth (nee Weppler) Karn. Harold was self employed and founded Karn's Roofing. A dedicated businessman and community minded man that ... [Read more]

William "Bill" Richard Byrne, of Hanover, passed away at The Village Seniors Community, Hanover on Tuesday, February 20, 2018. He was 76. Born July 3, 1941, in Dublin, Ireland, to the late Felix and May (nee Noon) Byrne. Survived by his loving partner, Irene Costain of Hanover. Dearly missed by his children Paul Byrne (Susan) ... [Read more]

Leslie "Les" James Paton, of Ripley, passed away surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with Cancer at Hanover and District Hospital on Thursday, February 15, 2018. He was 57. Born on April 7, 1960 in Brampton Ontario to James and Cynthia (nee Stokoe) Paton. Les worked as a groundskeeper and maintenance for ... [Read more]

PUPICH, Elia Lucy (nee Zuliani)                                     Peacefully on February 13th, 2018 with her loving daughter, Dawn McCulloch, by her side, Elia Pupich passed away at Summit Place, Owen Sound in her 103rd year.  Elia Pupich ... [Read more]

Mervyn Gordon Leifso, of Hanover, passed away after a valient and couragous battle from a Stroke, with his loving family by his side at Hanover and District Hospital on Sunday, February 11, 2018. Mervyn was born in Brant Township, on December 23, 1935 to the late Harry and Laura (nee Monk) Leifso. He grew up in Brant and attended school ... [Read more]

Luella Bender, of Hanover, passed away suddenly at Hanover and District Hospital, Hanover on Thursday, February 08, 2018. She was102. Born on June 4, 1915 in Neustadt, Ontario to the late Otto and Christine (nee Rahn) Lantz. Luella had a love for music and enjoyed teaching various students from all ages. Pauline and Josephine Hahn were ... [Read more]

Sandra Dixon, of Hanover, passed away at her residence on Wednesday, January 31, 2018. She was 71. Born on November 12, 1946 in Acton, Ontario. Sandra enjoyed her work as a Hairstylist when she was working. Since retiring, she moved to Hanover to enjoy a slower pace. Survived by husband Wayne Dixon of Hanover, his children Dereck ... [Read more]