Author Archives: Family

MacGILLIVRAY, Myra

1943 – 2021 Passed away suddenly on Tuesday, June 29, 2021. Beloved wife of Merle for 55 years. Extraordinary mother of Kimberley (Pascal) and Sheldon (Katty). Cherished grandmother of Linda, Megan, and Shealea. Proud great-grandmother of Auston and Peyton. Dear sister of Gordon McKnight (Lise) and John McKnight (Peggy). Myra will be greatly missed by her many nieces and nephews ...

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DESORMEAUX, Denis

Décédé paisiblement au Lady Dunn Health Centre mercredi le 23 juin 2021 à l’âge de 81 ans. Époux bien-aimé de Lucette. Père adoré de Daniel (Diane), Christiane, Alice (Mario) et Chrisian (Marie-Anne). Grand-papa bien aimé de Jason, Nadia, Ray-Ann, Enrique et Nickless. Il était très fier de son arrière-petit-fils Denis. Fils de feu Josephat et de feue Aline Desormeaux. Frère ...

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In Memory – Vincenza Lauricella

In loving memory of a cherished Mother, Grandmother, Great-grandmother, and Friend, Vincenza Lauricella, May 3, 1928 – June 13, 2019. Mom… Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure… You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure. ~unknown  

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Happy 50th Anniversary Lynn and Tina!

Happy 50th Anniversary Lynn and Tina! Congratulations to both of you on reaching this milestone.  Wishing you both many more wonderful years of happiness together. Much love from your family and friends.

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Mr. & Mrs. Simon say, “Miigwetch Wawa!”

Prior to the establishment of the boys’ and girls’ residential schools in Spanish, Ontario the Jesuits operated a day school at Wiikwemkoong First Nation beginning in 1838. In 1862 the Wikwemikong Industrial School, Girls’ Department opened. In 1878 the corresponding Boys’ Department was opened by the Jesuits with assistance from the Canadian government. Both Maxie and Margaret Simon attended the ...

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SMITH, Dean Arthur

Dean Arthur Smith, 84, passed away on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at his home in Hale, MI surrounded by his beloved wife and family. He lived in Hale all his life and wintered in Florida Keys. He was born on April 10, 1937 in West Branch and raised by Irwin and Lois (Mitchell) Smith. Dean married Patricia Ann McCahill in ...

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DESAULNIER, William ‘Bill’

1958 – 2021 Passed away peacefully at home on May 10, 2021 at the age of 62. He is survived by his wife Karen. Father of Melina, Ryan, and Robert and stepchildren Meaghan, Abigail, Jacob and Margaret. Step grandfather of Jordan, Owen, and Caleb. Son of the late Evelyn Stewart and Stanley (Lynne) DeSaulnier. Brother of Joe (Brenda), Keith, Gary ...

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Thank You – Basiw Family

The Family of the late Olga Basiw would like to acknowledge the kindness shown to us during our recent loss.   Our sincere thanks to local EMS, the LDHC nursing staff, Dr. Dannika Switzer, and Valerie from Kerry Funeral Home for the excellent care and compassion. Heartfelt thanks to all who brought food, flowers, sent cards, texts and phone calls.  ...

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BERGEN, Ronald ‘Ron’

Ron was taken home to his Lord suddenly on May 1, 2021, in his 78th year. Born November 13, 1942 in Kitchener/Waterloo he spent his informative years in Leamington. Ron’s health had been deteriorating, but the end was not expected to come so soon. He leaves to mourn his passing, his wife of 46 years Edith Schachowskoy. He will be ...

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GRUSYS, Irene Dawn

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Irene Grusys (nee Thomas) announce her passing on Wednesday, May 5, 2021, at the Lady Dunn Health Centre, Wawa, Ontario. She leaves behind her husband, Felix, of more than 42 years of marriage along with her sons, Derek (Masae) and Darren. Proud grandmother of her beautiful grandson, Winston, and her special ...

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SIM, David

It is with heavy hearts that Shawn and Nick announce the passing of their father David. Predeceased by his parents Norman and Agnes. David is survived by his brothers and sisters Jim (Betty), Norma, Denice (Ken), Denis (Sharon), Wanda, Laurene (Tom), Albert (Karen), Carla (Mike), Holly (Eddy), Kelly (Johnny), the late Joe (Mary-Ann), late Mike and the late Chris. Uncle ...

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SEGUIN, David Ovila

April 7, 1953 – May 1, 2021 David passed away suddenly at one of his favourite places, the trap camp, with his beloved wife at his side. David was predeceased by his parents Ovila (Bill) and Phyllis Seguin, his father-in-law Alfred Dampier, and his brother-in-law Jim Gannon. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Louise and their two ...

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MORRISON, Ella (nee Stengel)

January 17, 1925 – Wetaskiwin, Alberta April 11, 2021 -Calgary, Alberta Ella Morrison of Calgary, AB, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 11, 2021 at the age of 96 years. Ella was born on January 17th, 1925 to Fred and Karoline Stengel near Wetaskiwin, AB, the 8th of 12 children. In 1952, she moved to Wawa, Ontario, to help her ...

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MIDGLEY, Ann Maureen (Bedford)

Ann passed away peacefully April 29, 2021, at the age of 74, following a brave and fiercely determined brief period in hospital.  Ann is survived by her daughter Trixie Kennedy, son-in-law Troy and cherished grandson Rylan.  Cremation has taken place.  A memorial service will be held once current restrictions are lifted.  Our heartfelt thanks to the nurses and physicians of ...

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