Larry Frederick Lahn, of Hanover, passed away peacefully hand in hand with his family by his side at Chapman House Residential Hospice in Owen Sound on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. He was 86. Born in Hanover on August 15, 1937 to the late David "Hap" and Alma (nee Wiegel) Lahn, Larry was a Hanover boy through and through and a ... [Read more]

Soren Sorensen, of Hanover, passed away at (South Bruce Grey Health Services, Chesley) on Janaury 15, 2024, in his 96th year. Born in Denmark on February 13, 1927, to the late Jens Kristian Sorensen and Nielsine Kristine (nee Nielsen) Sorensen.  Soren emigrated to Canada in 1950, where he settled in Calgary, Alberta before moving ... [Read more]

Lynda Mary Elbert (nee Hartman), of Richmond Hill, passed away peacefully at Meaford Long Term Care, on Friday, January 12, 2024. She was 85.  Born on June 20, 1938, in Niagara Falls, NY, to the late Anthony and Sylvia (nee Kaine) Hartman. Lynda was a dedicated registered nurse for 40 years at ... [Read more]

Nancy Frook, of Tiverton, passed away peacefully with family by her side at South Bruce Health Care, Kincardine on Wednesday, January 10, 2024 after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. She was 72. Born in Owen Sound on April 25, 1951, to the late Maurice and Jean (nee Meyers) Haase. Nancy was known as an energetic and full loving ... [Read more]

Donald “Don” William Fizell of Hanover, passed away suddenly at the Hanover & District Hospital on Saturday, January 6, 2024 in his 68th year. Don was born in Walkerton on July 29, 1955 to Robert and Matilda (nee Altman) Fizell. In his younger years Don loved taking a cruise on his motorcycle, feeling the wind in his hair. ... [Read more]

After a courageous seven month battle with brain cancer, Corey Leno passed away in the evening of January 6th 2024 at Chapman House in Owen Sound. He was surrounded by his son Nicholas, his daughter-in-law Nicole, his daughter Madison, and his wife of 31 years Tami. Corey was born in Hanover Ontario on January 31st 1973. He lived in Hanover ... [Read more]

Tragically, Dale Calvin Leroux of Hanover passed away suddenly on Wednesday, January 3, 2024. He was 22. Loved immensely by his parents Monika Leroux (nee Mann) of Hanover and Calvin Leroux (Kim) of Cobourg. Loved brother of Kaylah Leroux, with whom he shared a typical Brother and Sister bond, and always had each others back as they grew ... [Read more]

Wilmer Maximuk, of Neustadt, passed away suddenly at his home on Friday, December 15, 2023.  He was 86.  Born on January 9, 1937 in Saskatchewan to the late Mr. John Maximuk and Mrs. Elizabeth (nee Springenatic) Maximuk. Many will remember Will during his time as a salesman at Larry Hudson Motors for many years.  Survived ... [Read more]

Madlen O'Brien, of Hanover, passed away suddenly at her residence on Friday, December 29, 2023. She was 67. Born on December 20, 1956 in Yugoslavia, to the late Josef & Theresa (nee Kellner) Hartmann. Madlen married the love of her life, Thomas, in 1988, and together they raised their 3 children. ‘Maddy’ always loved ... [Read more]

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Michael John McCleary, of Neustadt, passed away at SBGHC-Walkerton on Sunday, December 24, 2023. He was 69. Born in Burlington to the late John and Lorna (nee Melmer) McCleary Michael was employed in the Parks and Rec Department for many years with the City of Burlington. After moving to Grey County, he settled down to enjoy family and ... [Read more]

James  "Jim" Shields, of Walkerton, passed away suddenly at his home in Walkerton on Tuesday, December 26, 2023.  He was 62. Born in Toronto on March 8, 1961 to the late John and Molly Ann (nee Wilkin) Shields. Jim enjoyed working with the Municipality of Brockton as a Custodial Maintenance Worker for the last 38 years. ... [Read more]

Nancy Mary Stroeder (nee Hartman), of RR#3 Clifford, passed away peacefully at North Wellington Healthcare in Palmerston on Wednesday, December 27, 2023.  She was 77. Born on October 7, 1946 to the late Ralph and Clara (nee Dietrich) Hartman. Nancy was a Registered Nurse for many years and worked in a variety of places like the Birmingham ... [Read more]

Geertje (Gertie) Neeltje Schinkel, of Hanover, passed away at Bluewater Rest Home in Zurich on Thursday, December 21, 2023 in her 93rd year.  The Lord called our beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother in to his eternal love and joy.  Born in Utrecht, Holland on April 15, 1930.  Daughter of the late Huibert (Martha) ... [Read more]

Annette Marie Loder, of Hanover, passed away at SBGHC-Walkerton on Thursday, December 21, 2023.  She was 57. Born on September 17, 1966 in Durham, Ontario to the late Lawrence "Larry" and Wanda (nee Merrifield) Rowe. Many will remember her for her gentle nature and smile. She was employed with Schultz's Bakery. Devoted ... [Read more]

We sadly announce the passing of James (Jim) Henry McCoy (born January 3rd, 1934), who passed away surrounded by his family on December 16th, 2023. Jim leaves behind his wife, Sarah (Sally) McCoy, daughter Teri (Mark Robins), son Brad (Gloria), grandchildren Megan (Jeffrey Haug), Anisa and Brendan, two great grandchildren, Declan and Rylie, ... [Read more]

Joe Ward & Bruce Ward It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dear brothers Bruce Ward on November 9, 2023 in Mexico and Joe Ward on December 12, 2023 in Abbotsford, B.C. Predeceased by their parents Gavin and Verna (nee Stoddart) Ward and brothers Walter and Gavin Ward. Fondly remembered by their brother Jack ... [Read more]

Bernard Henry Eckert, born on October 5, 1932 near Tramping Lake, Saskatchewan, passed away peacefully in his sleep, on December 12, 2023, at the age of 91, under the exemplary care of the staff at The Village Long Term Care in Hanover, Ontario.  Bernie had fond memories of growing up on the family farm in Tramping Lake. Bernie left ... [Read more]

Robert William Charles"Chuck" Fletcher, of Hanover, passed away peacefully and was greeted by the Lord in Heaven at Hanover and District Hospital on Monday, December 11, 2023.  He was 87. Born in Woodstock, Ontario on February 26, 1936 to the late Robert and Hannah (nee Scott) Fletcher. Robert, better known to many as Chuck ... [Read more]

Mildred Wilma "Winnie" Schaak, of Hanover, passed away peacefully with family by her side on Sunday, December 3, 2023.  She was 78. Born in Owen Sound on February 16, 1945 to the late Adolph and Viola (nee Crampton) Schopf. Better known as Wilma, she was employed with Schnieders as a Domestic Engineer. She was a member of ... [Read more]

Richard Earl Arthur Moore, of RR#2 Walkerton, passed away peacefully with dignity at Hanover and District Hospital surrounded by his family on Friday, November 24, 2023. He was 72. Born in Hanover on July 25, 1951 to the late Arthur and Adele (nee Pegelo). Richard was the founder of R. Moore Construction and enjoyed his time playing with ... [Read more]

Howard Weber, formerly of Neustadt, passed away at SBGHC-Walkerton, Brockton on Thursday, November 16, 2023.  He was 82. Born in Mildmay, Ontario to the late Edgar and Evelyn Weber. Howard enjoyed life as a farmer as well as trucking for New Life Mills for 48 years. Survived by sons Keith Weber of Hong Kong and Jeffrey Weber ... [Read more]

Jean Marie Wright, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at Hanover and District Hospital on Thursday, November 16, 2023. She was 83. Born in Chesley to the late Eldon and Luella (nee Weltz) Krause. Jean was employed for many years at both Buckeye Factory as well as Hanks Food Basket. She enjoyed people and treasured time with her family. Survived ... [Read more]

Brian Michael Cerutti, of Hanover, passed away suddenly at his home on Sunday, November 12, 2023. He was 73. Born on April 11, 1950 in Sault Ste. Marie to the late Attilio and Adeline (nee Fera) Cerutti. Brian will be fondly remembered by his past students and colleagues during his time as a teacher at Sacred Heart High School in Walkerton. ... [Read more]

It is with heartfelt sadness we mourn the loss of our loved one John Edgar Diehl 1951-2023. John courageously fought a lengthy battle with jawbone cancer and severe radiation complications. His quality of life fading, hope lost, he chose his death day. Surrounded by his loving family in the comfort of his home assisted by MAID, John departed ... [Read more]

David Lloyd Chittick, of Hanover, passed away suddenly on Sunday, November 05, 2023.  He was 81. Born in Hanover on March 4,1942 to the late Lloyd and Evelyn (nee Witte) Chittick.  At a young age, Dave created his own band called “Dave Chittick and the Country Pals”.  Over the years he played at many public, ... [Read more]

It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Dorothy Jean Snarr, 95 years, on November 2 2023 at Rockwood Terrace in Durham, Ontario. Dorothy was the daughter of William and Edna Trelford (nee Hammond), and was born on December 9th, 1927. As a younger person, she helped on the family farm and was an expert horse handler. Dorothy ... [Read more]

Hinke "Helen" Klaver, of Hanover, passed away peacefully after singing her favourite hymns with family by her side, at Hanover and District Hospital, on Tuesday, October 31, 2023. She was 91. Born in Workum, Holland, on August 6, 1932, to the late Tjipke and Baukie (nee Visser) Bouwman. Helen worked for many years at the Hanover ... [Read more]

Celima Margaret Mary Swailes, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital, on Sunday, October 29, 2023 in her 80th year. Born in Midland, daughter of the late Andrew and Margaret (Vallee) Pelletier.  Many will remember Celima and her friendly smile during her many years working at McDonald’s in Owen Sound and Hanover, ... [Read more]

Lois Jean Munro, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at Hanover and District Hospital on Friday, October 27, 2023. She was 83. Born in Hanover on January 23, 1940 to the late Ivan and Norma (nee Weber) Alexander. Lois was employed at a variety of places like Buckeye Factory and Triangle Discount, but her favorite career was raising her ... [Read more]

Paula Marie Wiersma (nee McIntee), of Durham, passed away suddenly at the Louise Marshall Hospital in Mount Forest on Monday, October 23, 2023 in her 58th year. Paula loved traveling, scuba diving and entertaining friends around the fire pit. She had a wicked sense of humor and loved laughing and joking. She was an avid lover of music ... [Read more]

Donna Carol Maine, of Ayton, passed away peacefully at Caressant Care Long Term Care in Listowel on Thursday, October 19, 2023.  She was 80. Born on February 22, 1943 to the late Ellis and Jean (nee Carruthers) Weber. Donna enjoyed the hard work of farm life and even more raising her children. She was a devoted and caring teacher. ... [Read more]

Harry Alfred Driedger, of Hanover, passed away at Chesley Hospital on Tuesday, October 17, 2023. He was 92. Born in Leamington, Ontario, on December 12, 1930, to the late Jacob and Agnes (nee Dick) Driedger. He married the love of his life, Margaret Tiessen on Oct 3, 1953, and together they enjoyed raising their family while working on ... [Read more]

Barbara Ann MacDonald, of Hanover, passed away after a lengthy illness at her home on Thursday, October 5, 2023.  She was 67. Born in Chesley, Ontario on August 7, 1956 to Ken MacDonald and the late Dorothy (nee Letteau) MacDonald. Barbara worked at Dickies Factory for many years until her retirement. Survived by her father Ken ... [Read more]

Loretta Susanna Montag, of Hanover, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday, October 5, 2023. She was 84.  Born on August 26, 1939 to Leo and Gertrude (nee Kupferschmidt) Grubb. Loretta was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.  She enjoyed farm life, and working in her garden.  She quite enjoyed dancing, ... [Read more]

Lavina Fritz, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at Hanover Care Centre on Saturday, October 7, 2023. She was 98. Born in Normanby Township, daughter of the late George and Emma (nee Becker) Lantz. She enjoyed farm life and loved working side by side with Lloyd. When she wasn’t working outside, she was in the kitchen cooking, baking ... [Read more]

Mary Josephine "Jo" McQueen, of Hanover, passed away suddenly at Hanover and District Hospital on Monday, October 2, 2023.  She was 77. Born in Arthur on May 21, 1946 to the late Alfred and Eileen Green. Mary thrived in taking care of people and so it was a no brainer for her to become a Nurse. She was employed with the ... [Read more]

Ruth Marie Gerth formerly of Linwood, passed away peacefully at The Village Senior's Community in Hanover on Friday, September 29, 2023. She was 91.  Born in Wellesley Township on July 22, 1932 to the late John and Anna (nee Lantz) Koenig. Ruth worked at various places until raising her children. She enjoyed in her later life ... [Read more]

John Lowell Shantz, of Arthur, passed away unexpectedly at Caressant Care Nursing Home in Arthur on Thursday, September 28, 2023. He was 89 years old. Born on December 8, 1933 in Waterloo Township, to the late John and Ida (nee Bechtel) Shantz, Lowell was a retired electrician and worked for IBEW Local 804 for many years until retiring. ... [Read more]

With her family at her side, Donna Marie Dentinger of Hanover passed away peacefully in her 80th year, after an absolutely courageous battle with a respiratory illness on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at the Hanover and District Hospital. Donna was born and raised in Owen Sound on March 27, 1944. After graduation she was employed for ... [Read more]

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Irmgard Elisabeth Zimmermann, of RR#1 Elmwood, passed away peacefully at SBGHC-Walkerton on Friday, September 22, 2023. She was 85. Born in Zurich Switzerland on January 7, 1938 to the late Walter and Rosa (nee Rothacher) Renggli. Better known as Elisabeth, she and her late husband Adolf owned and operated a Restaurant in Switzerland for ... [Read more]

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Steven Sheldon Clark on September 22, 2023. Much loved husband of Bonnie Clark (nee Waller) for 38 years. The best, loving father to Jennifer (Brandon) Earnest. Proudest grampy to Taryn Earnest. Son in law of Ruby Waller. Predeceased by his mother Kathleen Clark, father ... [Read more]

James "Jim" Francis Collins, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at Hanover and District Hospital on Saturday, September 16, 2023. He was 82. Born in Hanover on January 26, 1941 to the late Francis and Ruby (nee Johnson) Collins. Jim was employed with Desco as the sales and counter associate. He was a member of St. Andrew's ... [Read more]

Henry Pomersbach, of Hanover, (formerly of Shelburne, ON) passed away peacefully at Hanover and District Hospital in Hanover on Tuesday, September 12, 2023. He was 69. Born on November 11, 1953 to the late John and Anna Pomersbach. After taking up residency in Toronto, Henry moved to Shelburne and then followed to Hanover. Henry was employed ... [Read more]

Shirley Ann Georgina Ruetz, of Walkerton, passed away peacefully at Brucelea Haven in Walkerton on Saturday, September 9, 2023. She was 83. Born in Hanover on November 19, 1939 to the late David and Mildred (nee Hodder) Campbell. Shirley worked along side her husband with SunLife Financial as his bookeeper. Family was everything! Her pride ... [Read more]

Rosemary Barbara Murphy, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at The Village Seniors Community Centre on Saturday, September 9, 2023, at the age of 92. Born in Normanby at the Scoles family farm on December 3, 1930 to the late William and Mildred (nee Helm).  Rosemary married John Murphy on August 15th, 1953 at St. Peter's Church ... [Read more]

Steven Lorne Schmidt, of Chesley, passed away suddenly at home on  Friday, September 08, 2023.  He was 59. Born in Hanover on June 24, 1964 to Marlene (nee Becker) and the late Ralph Schmidt.  Survived by his mother Marlene (nee Becker) Schmidt of Hanover. Dear brother of Stan (Danielle) Schmidt of Australia and Lynda ... [Read more]

Mitchell Leonard James Cordery, of Hanover, passed away suddenly at Grey-Bruce Health Services in Owen Sound on Tuesday, September 5, 2023.  He was 30. Born in Owen Sound on January 9, 1993 to Margaret (nee Bachiu) and Bruce Cordery. Mitchell enjoyed working with his hands and especially loved woodworking in his spare time when not ... [Read more]

Grace Mabel Newton, of Hanover, passed away suddenly at her residence on Monday, August 28, 2023. She was 70. Born in Walkerton, Ontario, on December 25, 1952, to the late Roy and Esther (nee Klaholz) Newton. Grace was a kind and quiet lady that enjoyed the simple things in life.  She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, ... [Read more]