ROWE                                Carol Ann Rowe, of Walkerton, passed away at SBGHC-Walkerton, Brockton on Monday, October 25, 2021. She was 81.    Born in London, Ontario on July 18, 1940 to the late John and Aida (nee Timms) Evans. Carol ... [Read more]

LAHEY                   Barbara Lahey (nee Bassett), of Hanover, formerly of Cambridge and Goderich, passed away peacefully after a full life, in her 92nd year, at Hanover and District Hospital on Saturday, October 23, 2021. Barbara was born on August 13, 1930, in Cambridge (Galt) to ... [Read more]

Gerald Arnold Becker “Charlie”, of RR3 Ayton, passed away on Friday, October 22, 2021,  surrounded by his family at home.  He was 66. Born in Hanover on September 13, 1955, son of the late Menno and Eileen (Wettlaufer) Becker. Gerald was a hard working, strong man. He was often referred to as Charlie, causing some ... [Read more]

Ronald (Ron) Bender, of Hanover, passed away suddenly at home on Friday, October 22, 2021, in his 71st year. Born in Stratford, Ontario on February 10, 1951 to Warren and Verna (nee Roth) Bender. Ron attended and graduated from the University of Guelph with a Bachelor of Science (Agriculture). In 1976, he met the love of his life, Betty, ... [Read more]

Cecil Ayerhart, of RR#1 Elmwood, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, October 23, 2021. He was 78.  Born in St. George, Ontario on June 19, 1943 to the late Harold and Agnus (nee Goff) Ayerhart. Cecil was married to Barbara (nee Blum) and enjoyed working on the farm.  Survived by sons Steven (friend Tricia) Ayerhart,  ... [Read more]

SAMPSON                                Viora Sampson, formerly of Mount Forest,  passed away peacefully at Victoria Hospital in London on Wednesday, October 20, 2021. She had just celebrated her 103rd birthday on September 28th.   Born in Sherbrooke, ... [Read more]

WHALING                               Verna Christine Whaling, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital, on Monday, October 18, 2021. She was 89. Born on June 16, 1932, in ... [Read more]

Jean Frances Gibson (née Harrison), of Hanover, On passed away peacefully at the Village in Hanover on Monday, October 11th, 2021. She was 94. Born on February 19, 1927 in Windsor to the late Allan and Luella Harrison. Jean is survived by loving daughters Beverly (Peter) Hambly of Hanover & Barbara (Fred Klassen) Gibson of ... [Read more]

Kathryn "Cathy" Pauline Agnew, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, October 06, 2021. She was 67.  Born in Brantford on November 8, 1953 to the late John and Anne (nee Dolar) Kempa. Known as Cathy to her family and friends, she enjoyed spending time with her family. Some will remember her when they ... [Read more]

BALDASSARRA                                Antonio "Tony" Michael Baldassarra, of Hanover, passed away suddenly at Hanover and District Hospital on Sunday  October 3, 2021.  He was 61.  Survived by loved by his parents Santino ... [Read more]

 HELWIG, Ruth Louise (née Krigner) on October 4th, 2021, at Rockwood Terrace, Durham, in her 95th year. She is survived by her children Fred (Lynda), Normanby Twp., Susan (Gerry), Toronto, Murray (Debra), Walkerton, Paul, Normanby Twp., Sarah, Quebec City, and Stephen, Calgary; grandma to Rina (Kevin), Erin, Melissa, Luke, ... [Read more]

Larrie ‘Larry’ James Alexander, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital, on Wednesday, September 29, 2021. He was 79. Born in Hanover, Ontario, on June 2, 1942, to the late Wilfred and Edith (nee Hetsler) Alexander.  Many will remember Larry as a truck driver, hauling for New Life Mills for many years ... [Read more]

UHLIG, Irene Else May 24, 1931 – September 24, 2021 Passed away peacefully at Rockwood Terrace, Durham, in her 91st year. Irene was born to the late Fritz and Else (nee Lüdicke) Lilienthal on May 24, 1931 in Rheydt, Germany. In 1952, at age 21, she immigrated to Canada to be with the love of her life, her then fiancé, ... [Read more]

FILSINGER, Madeline Sophia (nee Horst) Born September 29, 1926  Died September 20, 2021 Cherished wife of the late Clayton Filsinger and much loved mother of Ron (Letitia) Filsinger, Ted Filsinger and Ruth Wise. Predeceased by her sons Jamie Filsinger, John Smith and son in law Brian Wise.  Very proud grandmother, great grandmother ... [Read more]

Mervyn Pfeffer of Hanover passed away peacefully at Saugeen Villa Saturday, September 18, 2021.  He was 88 years of age.  He was the son of Charles and Ella (Mueller) Pfeffer and lived the first 26 years of his life on the family farm in Normanby Township.   The family moved to Hanover in 1959 where Mervyn lived the ... [Read more]

Isobel Holland (nee Walker), of Hanover, passed away peacefully at McVean Lodge in Hanover on Saturday, September 18, 2021. She was 88.  Born in Turnberry Township, Huron County, daughter of the late Norman and Myrtle (Hollenbeck) Walker.  Isobel was a primary school teacher at James A. Magee until retiring.  Survived ... [Read more]

Mary Tilker, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at Hanover and District Hospital, on Wednesday, September 15, 2021, with her daughters Anne and Rose and granddaughter Sarah at her side.  Beloved mother of Anne (John) Smith, Jim (Jean) Tilker, Ray (Violet) Tilker, and Rose (James) Vitez, and mother-in-law of Andrew Black.  Beloved ... [Read more]

Dorothy Leibold (nee Keller), formerly of Ayton, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital on Tuesday, September 14, 2021 in her 92nd year.  Born in Normanby Township on November 30, 1929, daughter of the late Ezra and Erna (Witt) Keller.  Dorothy was a member of the Red Hats Society, Ayton Seniors, Trinity Lutheran Church ... [Read more]

Michelle Landsborough (nee Waechter), of Paris, passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hospital in Hamilton on Tuesday, September 7, 2021. She was 52. Born in Hanover on January 5, 1969 to Joseph and Karen (nee Kerr) Waechter. After attending university and college, Michelle began her career as a ... [Read more]

Jeffrey "Jeff" Fidler, of Hanover, passed away at his residence on Monday, September 06, 2021.  He was 50.  Born in Walkerton on December 31, 1970 to the late Brian and Sharon (nee Thunstrum) Fidler.  Survived by daughter Alexia Emke (Zachary Middleton) of Hanover. Grandfather of Mason and Lincoln. Fondly remembered ... [Read more]

It is with great sadness to share the news of the passing of Edna Marie Hillgartner, of Hanover, at Hanover and District Hospital, on Saturday, August 28, 2021, with her sister Florence by her side. She was 93. Edna was born on July 20, 1928 to the late Louis and Clara (nee Ehmke) Klages. She loved to spend time with her mother, looking ... [Read more]

Dr. George Sittlinger, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at Hanover & District Hospital on Sunday, August 29, 2021.  He was 97.  Born on March 1, 1924 in Austria to the late George and Johanna Sittlinger. Many will remember Dr. George as their Family Doctor in Hanover and prior to that, Red Rock Ontario.  Survived ... [Read more]

Ethel Elizabeth Emma Hickling (nee Timpson), formerly of Carrick Township, passed away peacefully at Rockwood Terrace in Durham on Saturday, August 28, 2021.  She was 84.  Born on June 3, 1939 in Carrick Township to the late Lincoln and Martina (nee Steffler) Timpson. Ethel was a farm girl and enjoyed farming with her husband ... [Read more]

Alvin Eugene Grein, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at Hanover Care Centre on Saturday, August 28, 2021. He was 84.  Alvin was born in Hanover on July 25, 1937 to the late George and Hilda (nee Fischer) Grein. Alvin was a graduate from Ryerson University in Electronics. He grew up in Hanover and then later raised his own family ... [Read more]

MaryAnne Zettler (nee Rowe), of Stratford, passed away tragically during a motorcycle accident, while on holidays in Barry's Bay on Thursday, August 26, 2021. She was 57.  Born on April 26, 1964 to Martin and Joan (nee McGillivray) Rowe in Southampton. She was CEO of her own business MAP Embroidery and enjoyed fulfilling customer ... [Read more]

Tom Mather, of Hanover, formerly of Priceville, passed away at Hospice of Waterloo Region on Thursday, August 26, 2021. He was 98. Born in Glenelg Township on May 10, 1923 to the late William and Rebecca (nee Park) Mather. Tom took over the family farm and farmed in Priceville until his retirement. He then moved to Hanover, becoming a ... [Read more]

James "Jim" Curran, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at Hanover and District Hospital on Monday, August 23, 2021 with his loving children by his side. He was 85.  Born in Glasgow, Scotland on October 11, 1935 to the late James and Jane, “Jean” (nee Jeffery) Curran. There he spent the first years of his life ... [Read more]

Helen Marie Elizabeth Kraft, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover Care Centre, on Wednesday, August 11th, 2021. She was 90. Born in Chesley, Ontario, on June 28th, 1931, to the late Cecil and Lena (nee Klages) Wendorf.  Helen was known for her friendly smile, and many will remember her from her time working for Buckeye Pearless and ... [Read more]

Blanche Indoe (nee Erb), of Hanover, passed away peacefully at Hanover and District Hospital on Thursday, August 12, 2021.  She was 98.  Born in South Grimsby on February 7, 1923 to the late Abram and Ruby (nee McNinch) Erb. Blanche was a Registered Nurses Assistant and thoroughly enjoyed her career.  Survived by son ... [Read more]

                               Holly Jeanne Zettler (nee Estabrooks) passed away suddenly at Grand River Hospital in Kitchener on Friday, August 7, 2021. She was 59.  Born in Montreal, Quebec on March 23, 1962 to the late Carl and Georgette (nee Gledhill) ... [Read more]

SCHUTT David Paul Schutt, aged 72, passed away suddenly at his home in Hanover on Friday, August 6, 2021.  The son of  Fred and Lenore (McCrae) Schutt, he was born on June 15, 1949 in Stratford, Ontario. He attended elementary school in Stratford until the age of 15, when his family moved to Hanover. He completed his secondary ... [Read more]

KARL, Allen (May 14, 1967 – July 24, 2021) In loving memory of Allen Patrick Karl of Staffa who passed suddenly after his short courageous battle with cancer. Left behind by loving wife and best friend Marlene Karl (Wall). Devoted father to Sasha Babb of Kitchener, Melissa Babb and Alysia Karl and Matt Bordignon of Nile.  ... [Read more]

MacKinnon, Elsie (née Miller), formerly of Hanover, passed away suddenly on Sunday July 25th at the age of 82.  Elsie was pre-deceased by her husband Al MacKinnon, parents John and Myrtle Miller, brothers John, George and Jim Miller, her daughter-in-law Barb Benninger, sisters-in-law Liz, Joan and Donna MacKinnon, and brothers-in-law ... [Read more]

Carol Ann Whynot, of Hanover, passed away peacefully with her family at her side at Hanover and District Hospital on Monday, July 26, 2021.  She was 70.  Born in Milton, Nova Scotia on April 17, 1951 to the late Stanley and Ruth (nee Anthony) Wamboldt. Carol married Paul Whynot on June 14, 1969 and was employed with Dairy Queen. ... [Read more]

Ronald "Ron" Emke, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital, on Tuesday, July 20, 2021.  He was 79.  Born on June 16, 1942 in Hanover, Ontario to the late Louis and Mary (nee Noble) Emke. Ron was employed as a General Parts Manager for GM for many years. He will be remembered for his work ethic and family ... [Read more]

It is with broken hearts that we announce that Liza Andrade-Clifford has been granted her wings and ascended into Heaven on Saturday evening, July 10, 2021 due to complications from COVID-19. Liza was born in Toronto on March 31, 1968 at St. Joseph’s Hospital. She graduated from Bickford Park High School in 1987. Liza was very proud ... [Read more]

Michael Peter Hamm born on April 13, 1941 and passed away on July 11, 2021.  Michael leaves behind his wife Linda (nee Haggett) of 30 years, his children Sherry (Ron) Fehr of Hague, Saskatchewan and James (Cindy) Hamm of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Kevin (Stephanie) Peckford of Ayton and Steven (Melody) Peckford of Bentinck and Tina ... [Read more]

Donald "Don" Allen, of Elmwood, passed away suddenly at his home on Tuesday, July 06, 2021. He was 80.  Born in Sudbury on October 20, 1940 to the late James and Hazel (nee Watson) Allen. Don was employed with Hallman Motors for a few years then in the Maintenance Department with Canada Spool & Bobbin for many years ... [Read more]

KROETSCH, Adrian Adrian Kroetsch of Walkerton passed away peacefully on July 2nd, 2021 at the Chesley Hospital in his 88th year. Born on the family farm in Carlsruhe on September 3rd, 1933 to the late Philip and Isabelle (Dosman). Loving husband and best friend to MaryAnn (Kuntz) whom he recently celebrated 50 years of marriage with ... [Read more]

Kenneth "Ken" George Hilgendorff, of Neustadt, passed away peacefully at Hanover and District Hospital on Wednesday, June 30, 2021.  He was 87.  Born in Neustadt on February 6, 1934 to the late Christian and Mary (nee Zimmerman) Hilgendorff. Ken, also known as "Whisky" was a member of the Neustadt Lions Club. ... [Read more]

Major Wilson Alonzo Twyne November 26 1947 - June 26 2021 It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of Major Wilson Alonzo Twyne. He was a Major in The Salvation Army from his commissioning in 1972 until he was Promoted to Glory on Saturday June 26th, 2021 at the age of 73. After fighting a courageous battle with cancer, he passed ... [Read more]

Jan “John” van der Heide, formerly of Hanover, passed away at Brucelea Haven, Walkerton, on Monday, June 21, 2021. He was 80. Born in Ternaard, Netherlands, on June 5, 1941, to the late Pieter and Betsje (nee Nauta). Loving husband of Rosemary (nee Farrow) for 56 years.  Father of Peter (Carol) of Hanover, Paul (Naomi) ... [Read more]

Richard Mallais, of Hanover, passed away at his residence on Thursday, June 17, 2021. He was 71. Born in Cornwall Township on January 4, 1950, son of the late Medric and Stella (Brideau) Mallais. Survived by sons Jimmy Mallais of Oshawa, Eric Mallais of Owen Sound, Richard Mallais of Alberta, grandchildren Maddison and Mason, sister-in-law ... [Read more]

Hazel Hertzberger, of Hanover, passed away on Saturday, June 19, 2021. She was 82.  Born in Flesherton, on February 3, 1939, daughter of the late Henry and Islay (nee MacQuaig) Tucker. Loving mother of Sharon (Roger) Binkley, Randy (Kim) Hertzberger, and Lori (Jamie) Edwards, all of Hanover.  Loving grandmother of 7 grandchildren, ... [Read more]

Gladys Reva Martin, of Hanover, passed away at Grey-Bruce Health Services, Owen Sound on Thursday, June 17, 2021. She was 85. Born in Derby Township to the late Merton and Rheta (nee Mooney) Barfoot on August 12, 1935.  Many people will remember Gladys from her years of working alongside her husband Gord at their business Gord’s ... [Read more]

FREDERICK John “Jackie” Frederick, of Hanover, passed away peacefully and gently on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at the Hanover & District Hospital in Hanover at the age of 78. John was born in Whitney Ontario August 4th, 1942, and graduated from St Joseph’s High School, Barry’s Bay, Ontario in 1958. He commenced ... [Read more]

Annie Kathleen "Kaye" Hallman, of Durham, formerly of Hanover passed away at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Tuesday, June 15, 2021, in her 102nd year. Born in Hanover, on July 23, 1919, daughter of the late Joseph and Laura (Locking) Tilker. Survived by daughter Judy (Helmut) Walters of Hanover, sons Rev. Ronald Hallman of Milton, ... [Read more]

Irene Davis, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital, Hanover on Monday, June 7, 2021, in her 95th year. Born in Owen Sound, Ontario, on November 17, 1926, to the late John and Martha (nee Snell) Mortimer.   Irene has left the party but she insists that everyone carry on without her and simply raise a glass ... [Read more]

Bernard Oberle, of RR# 3 Hanover, passed away peacefully at Hanover and District Hospital just 6 months after the passing of his beloved Glenna, on Sunday, May 30, 2021.  He was 85. Born in Carlsruhe, Ontario on December 17, 1935 to the late Norman and Tulita (nee Montag) Oberle. Bernard was an Assistant Foreman with Hanover Kitchen ... [Read more]

Kenneth Wellbrock, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital, Hanover on Thursday, May 20, 2021.  He was 79.  Born in Saskatchewan on December 20, 1941 to the late Donald and Muriel (nee King) Wellbrock. Ken was very handy when it came to cars and fixing things. He worked as an auto body mechanic in the Auto Industry ... [Read more]