Peacefully, surrounded by loving family on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Bluewater Health, Mary Helen Forget passed away following a long battle with cancer at the age of 89. Reunited with her beloved husband Ronald and great-granddaughter Kayla. Also predeceased by her parents Fred and Julie Ronholm, sister Teresa and brothers Ernie and Gary. Loving mother of Alan (Sheila) Forget, Elaine (the late D...

Peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, Hazel Mary Millholland (nee Wood) passed away in her 101st year. Predeceased by her husband, William “Bill” “Buzzy” (1998) and by her parents, Maurice and Hollie Wood. Survived by her children William Wood, Susan (John F. Cowan), Cary (Ned H. Meyer), Paul Douglass, and John Parker (Dorine); grandchildren Erin Fisher (Trevor), John Cowan (Trish...

Gary Larkin, age 78, passed away on May 4, 2026. Born on June 10, 1947, in Toronto, Gary moved to Sarnia at a young age, where he spent most of his life. Gary worked at Metro Inc. for 42 years, a testament to his strong work ethic, loyalty, and perhaps a well-practiced routine. Outside of work, he was rarely idle. If something needed building, fixing, or creatively reimagining, Gary was your guy. ...

Peacefully and surrounded by his loving family, Gerry Boesten passed away on May 4, 2026, at St Joseph's Hospice in Sarnia, Ontario at the age of 94. He survived by his beloved wife, Marlene (Schmidt), of 67 years. Treasured by his dear grandchildren Vanessa (Dan) Barrette and Shawn Smolen and great grandchildren Daphne and Karson Barrette. Lovingly remembered by daughter-in-law Dale Boesten and ...

Peacefully, Barry Bird left to be with the Lord on Monday, May 4, 2026, at Ganigiiwe-Aamjiwnaang, at the age of 83, or 65 if you asked him. Loving father of Regina, Wenonah “Jackie” and adopted daughter Georgia. Cherished grandfather of Megan and Bradley, and great-grandfather of Maddux and Porter. Treasured brother of Linda Williams. Much loved uncle to “favourite Niece” Sue and many ni...

Kenneth (Ken) King, aged 86, passed away peacefully on May 3rd, 2026, at Marshall Gowland Manor. He was predeceased by his loving wife Alice (2023) and his daughter Patty McCabe (2025). He is survived by his children Lori (Jeff Emeis), Steve (Norma Cannon-King) and Wanda (Mike). He was a very proud Grandpa to Adrian Emeis, Adam King, Jonathan King (Ashleigh) and Rebecca King. He is also survived b...

Marion Carlyle Maness beloved husband, father, passed into the presence of his Lord and Saviour on May 3, 2026, in his 74th year. Carlyle was born on January 9, 1952, in Sarnia on Aamjiwnaang First Nation, to Carl and Norma Maness the second oldest of 8 children. As a young teen, Carlyle trusted his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ to help him on his lifelong Journey. Carlyle is lovingly surviv...

Peacefully, surrounded by loving family on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Trillium Villa, Norma passed away at the age of 86. Beloved wife of the late Ronald Johnston and the late Howard Murphy. Loving mother of Howie (Peggy) Murphy, Linda (Tom) Cotterill, Tom Murphy, John Murphy (Sheila Davidson), Margaret (Rob) Parker, Mike (Sheena) Murphy, and Patti (Rich) Palmer. Cherished grandmother of Greg, Sandra...

Unexpectedly, surrounded by loving family on Friday, May 1, 2026, at Bluewater Health, Sarah Jane Newstead passed away at the age of 45. Sarah is reunited with her mother Bonnie (2009) and brother Derek (2026). She will be deeply missed by her daughter Victoria Forthuber, granddaughter Venus Forthuber, father Doug Newstead, sister-in-law Melissa Nadon, and nieces Emily Newstead, Desirae Newstead a...

Peacefully, surrounded by loving family on Friday, May 1st, 2026, at his home, Paul Babcock Jr. passed away at the age of 60. Beloved husband of Tracy. Loving father of Jessica, Kyle (Lyndsie), Amy (Matt), Alisha (Paul), Bobby (Katherine) and Staci (Tyler). Adoring papa/pops to Madison, Lily, Callum, Will, Jace, Ellie, Molly, Alivia, Lucas, Lydia, RJ, Violet, Fred, Fenna and Holland. Dear brothe...