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  • Picture of Marie Huguette Josée Barneveld
    Marie Huguette Josée Barneveld

    December 17, 1966 - May 30, 2023

    After a courageous fight, our hearts are broken to announce the passing of Marie Huguette Josée Thibault Barneveld, who left this world much too soon on May 30, 2023, peacefully, and with loved ones by her side. Left to cherish her memory, is her loving husband of 32 years, James Barneveld and their brave, amazing sons, James and Éric. Josée will be forever remembered with love by them as well ...

  • Picture of Philip Karl Ladouceur
    Philip Karl Ladouceur

    May 10, 1961 - May 29, 2023

    It is with saddened hearts that the family of Philip Karl Ladouceur announces his passing on Monday, May 29, 2023, at the age of 62. Loved father of Raymond Bernard (Christopher Nichols) and grandfather of Adrianna and Abigail LeBlanc-Bernard. Treasured son of Judy Garant (Ed Garant). Dear brother of Pat Ladouceur, Anna Jillson, Gerald Ladouceur, and Richard Garant. Predeceased by his father Raymo...

  • Picture of Alfred Mitchell
    Alfred Mitchell

    January 14, 1939 - May 29, 2023

    Passed away peacefully at Lambton Meadowview Villa, Petrolia in his 84th year. He will be missed by his wife Linda and daughter Susan Hawco (the late Tony). Alf was much loved by his two granddaughters Rhiana Buchanan (Peter), Ashleen Hawco and 3 great-grandsons, Ti-ger, Amare and Jaci. He was brother to Norma (Bill) Griffin, Cliff (Grace) Mitchell, Dave Mitchell, Lyle (Cyndy) Mitchell and the lat...

  • Picture of Gwendelyn Madeline Mae Herard
    Gwendelyn Madeline Mae Herard

    June 25, 2008 - May 26, 2023

    When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight. Khalil Gibran As the sun set on Friday, May 26, 2023, bathed in love, and surrounded by her nearest family, Gwendelyn Madeline Mae Herard (14) slipped peacefully beyond our reach at the PCCU of Victoria Hospital in London Ontario. Gwen's parents, Frances Hurst (D...

  • Picture of Katherine Wardell
    Katherine Wardell

    October 16, 1935 - May 26, 2023

    It is with heavy hearts that the family of Katherine Wardell (Smith) announces her passing at University Hospital surrounded by her family on Friday, May 26, 2023 at the age of 87. She will be dearly missed by her loving husband Don of 66 wonderful years. Katherine was the loving mother of Barb (Murray) Postil, Linda (Jeff) Stewart and Steve (Linda) Wardell. Predeceased by her loving son David ...

  • Picture of Anthony “Tony” Adams
    Anthony “Tony” Adams

    November 16, 1961 - May 24, 2023

    It is with deeply saddened hearts that the family of Anthony “Tony” Adams announces his peaceful passing, while surrounded by his loving family at St. Joseph’s Hospice on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at the age of 61. Loving father of Montana (Kaity), Cody (Alyssa), and Cory. Cherished grandfather of Carter. Treasured son of Rose Marie Adams. Dear brother of Gary and Michael. Beloved uncle to Ni...

  • Picture of Charlie Monk
    Charlie Monk

    May 23, 1951 - May 24, 2023

    Charlie Monk, a man of boundless love and diverse talents, passed away peacefully at the age of 72 after a brave battle with cancer. His passing leaves a void in the hearts of many, but his spirit and zest for life will continue to inspire all who knew him. Born in Worthing, England and raised in Sarnia, Ontario, Charlie was a beloved husband, a cherished father, and papa, a loyal friend, and an ...

  • Picture of Vicky Howell
    Vicky Howell

    March 22, 1949 - May 23, 2023

    The family of Vicky Howell is heartbroken to announce her peaceful passing at home on Tuesday May 23rd, 2023, at the age of 74. Cherished wife of the late Keith Howell and devoted mother of Andrew and Holly, Paul and Carolina. Wonderful Nana to Ivy, Gracie, Joseph, Samuel, Julianna, Jessica, and Wolf. Dear sister of Maxine (Brian) and Sandra (Elfed) and sister-in-law of Bernie (Gill). Loving aunt...

  • Picture of Doreen Hastings
    Doreen Hastings

    January 13, 1933 - May 23, 2023

    After a life well lived the children of Doreen Hastings are saddened to announce her passing on May 23, 2023 at Vision Nursing Home. Wife of the late Leonard Hastings (2022) for 72 years. Survived by daughter Linda Zimmer (late Gregory) sons Murray and Denise Hastings and Larry Hastings. Predeceased by sons Kenneth (2020) Douglas (2003) and Russell (2018) and son-in-law Gregory Zimmer (2009). Also...

  • Picture of David John Alexander Hardy
    David John Alexander Hardy

    February 8, 1930 - May 20, 2023

    Peacefully, surrounded by loving family, on Saturday, May 20, 2023, at Bluewater Health, David John Alexander Hardy passed away at the age of 93. Beloved husband of Betty Higham of 30 years. Loving father of Michael Hardy (the late Laura), Dianne Taylor (Hank), Stephen Higham (Margaret Mary) and Catherine White (Tony). Cherished puppa of Meghann, Kaitlyn, Whitney, Ryanne, Aimee, Taran, Kristyn, Li...

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