Author Archives: Family

TURCOTTE, Pierre George

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Pierre George Turcotte, on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, in his 66th year at the Lady Dunn Health Centre (Wawa, ON). Pierre leaves behind his dedicated wife of 43 years, Laury Turcotte (nee Maracle) and devoted sons Cody Turcotte and Dylan Turcotte (Tina). He also leaves behind his cherished grandchildren ...

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ROY, Edward ‘Ed’ Philippe 

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Edward Roy announce his peaceful passing on October 5, 2024, at the Sault Area Hospital in his 78th year. Beloved husband of Diana Lea Marie (nee Lalonde) Roy of 51 years. Ed was the loving and proud father of Robby and Terry Roy of Wawa, Ontario. Cherished grandfather of Jamie (Jose) ...

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ROBERT, Margaret

It is with broken hearts that the family of Margaret announces her passing at the Sault Area Hospital on Saturday September 2024 at the age of 59 years. Beloved mother of Jordan Robert. Loving daughter of Clara Robert and the late Elzear Robert. Dear sister of Paul Robert (Marjorie), Jerry Robert (Laura), Joanne Robert (Kevin), Gerri LeBlanc (Gary), Leo Robert ...

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Thank You – Kathleen (Kathy) Moore

The Moore family would like to thank family and friends from near and far for attending the Interment and Celebration of Life for the late Kathleen (Kathy) Moore. Thank you to those that could not attend but sent messages of condolence through social media and the Wawa-News. Special thank you to Lorna Chiupka for the beautiful interment ceremony and the ...

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McCoy, Dwayne

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dwayne McCoy on September 8, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family. Dwayne was born in Wawa, Ontario on September 14, 1965 to Helen (Lubkert) and Joseph McCoy. Dwayne met his best friend and soul mate, Manon Champagne at the young age of 16. Together they built a ...

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THORPE, Robert ‘Bob’

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts we announce the passing of Bob at the Algoma Residential Community Hospice (ARCH) on Monday, September 16, 2024 in his 70th year. He leaves behind his deeply loved and cherished wife, Bonnie (nee Rose) and his fur pal Fergus. He will be lovingly remembered by his stepchildren Wesley Hill (Rachel) and Ashlee ...

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In Memory – Gregory Clifton Scott

The hardest thing we’ve ever done was say goodbye to you thirty years ago, September 15th, 1994, the first day of hunting season. Traditions are the stories that families write together The stories of our lives are written in the day to day things we’ve shared Our lives were forever changed by your love & you being unapologetically you Love ...

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Celebration of Life: Betty May Gaudette

Betty’s Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, September 26, 2024. Family and friends can gather at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 429 Wawa from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. to honour her presence in our lives. We will be encouraging attendees to share stories of how Betty made a positive impact on their lives, as she was special to ...

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Local Archer on Target for the World Field Championship

Local archer Anya Pinel, a 15-year-old from Dubreuilville, has qualified to join Team Canada in the U21 class at the upcoming World Field Archery Championship in Lac LaBiche, Alberta from September 16 to 22, 2024. Anya began her journey in archery about eight years ago, initially for fun with friends, under the mentorship of Coach Gord Bonitzke and her father, ...

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Celebration of Life – Kathleen “Kathy” Moore nee Woods

Please join us for The  Celebration of Life for Kathleen “Kathy” Moore at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #429 on Saturday, September 14, 2024. Kathleen (Kathy) Margaret (Woods) Moore in her 87th year, at the Ottawa General Hospital, on Monday, August 5th, 2024. Beloved wife of the love of her life, of 68 years, William (Bill). Loving mother of Billy ...

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Thank you – Zagar Family

On behalf of the entire Zagar Family, we would like to thank everyone who joined us, from near and far, and sent messages for Ralph’s funeral/celebration of life on August 10th. We enjoyed reading the messages and seeing so many faces from the past and present!  It was a very special day as we shared memories and stories to celebrate Ralph.  ...

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WALSH, Jimmey “Jim”

We are devastated to announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather Jim Walsh at the age of 73 years in Sault Ste Marie on Thursday, August 15, 2024. Jim was six months old when his first death certificate was issued. He gave death a tiny middle finger and went on to survive his parents Leo ...

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SODERLUND, Gary Keith

March 9, 1958 – August 7, 2024 Despite the hand in life Gary was dealt and the many challenges he faced, he never complained. He always had a positive attitude. Gary was a great support to Dad and his brother Earl. Born in Wawa on March 9, 1958, Gary enjoyed his childhood and summers at the cottage, swimming and boating, ...

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Thank You – St. Pierre Family

The family of Ben St. Pierre would like to express our gratitude for the support and kindness shown to us by so many people. Thanks to the families who traveled from out of town. A special thanks to Ron and Myrna Henson who provided the church service and music and to the staff at the F. J. Davey Home, “Serena” ...

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DAVIDSON, Murray Andrew

Passed away suddenly with his family by his side on Saturday, August 3, 2024 at the Lady Dunn Health Centre at the age of 58 years.   Beloved husband of Tracey (nee Dorey) Davidson for 14 years. Loving and proud father of Serenity. Dear son of Alva and the late William “Bill” Davidson. Brother of Cathy Edison (John), Douglas Davidson ...

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