Family News

August 23, 1941 – May 20, 2026 It is with heavy hearts and deep love that we announce the passing of an extraordinary man whose life was defined by faith, dedication, strength, and unconditional love for his family.   For decades, he was a devoted pillar of his local church community, giving his time, wisdom, and kindness to all who ...

Passed away peacefully at the Bignucolo Residence on Sunday, May 17, 2026 at the age of 86 years.   Beloved wife of Gerard “Tonto” Pilon. Loving mother of Mark (Nadine) and Dan (Heather). Cherished and proud grandmother of Emily, Brittanney (Jordan), Logan (Clarissa) and Lacey. Daughter of the late Marguerite and Harry Kendall. Dear sister of the late Jerome and ...

Robert (Bob) Isaacson, age 88, of Timmins, Ontario, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026 at the Timmins and District Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. A graveside service for Robert will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, June 5th at Woodland Cemetary in Wawa. A reception for family and friends will follow at Judy Page Catering at 59 Broadway. ...

September 4, 1939 – May 14, 2026 Doreen was born in Maria, Gaspé, to Lena and Jack Cormier. She was married to William Cachagee for 62 years. Doreen was the proud mother of her three boys, Kyle (Carol), Brett (Monica), and Wade (Tanya). Doreen is survived by her sister Shirley (Lincoln, deceased), Lorraine (John), and Robert (Betty). She is predeceased ...

November 7, 1931 – August 6, 2025 With love and remembrance, we are gathering to honour the life of Jackie Coyne. Please join us on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at 11 a.m. at the First United Church in Wawa. A luncheon will follow at the Legion. All who knew and loved Jackie are invited to attend.

Passed away peacefully into the arms of his Saviour, with his family by his side at the Lady Dunn Health Centre on Friday, February 6, 2026 at the age of 72 years. Beloved husband of Kathy for 50 years. Adored and very loving father of Chris (Michelle) and Erin Courty (Bruno). Playful and proud grandfather of Matthew, Jacob, Rebekah, the ...

July 17, 1939 – April 30, 2026 With deep sadness, we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved mother and grandmother, Yvonne Eva Borchers (nee Ketchegesik) on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at the age of 86 years. Yvonne was born on July 17, 1939. She was a survivor of the Residential School system, a part of her life that reflected ...

She left us peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at the age of 88. Born to Wallace and Annette Verner in the Saguenay region of Quebec, Kay grew up with her sisters Frances and Muriel, and the “Three Sisters” remained very close throughout their lives. She moved to Toronto as a young woman and raised her sons; ...

February 16, 1958 – March 5, 2026 Family and friends are invited to visit at The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 429 (51 Broadway Ave. Wawa, Ontario) on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 11:00 am with a luncheon to follow at 12:00 pm. She will be laid to rest with her parents in Woodland Cemetery in Wawa. Memorial contributions (payable by ...

February 16, 1938 – April 16, 2026 It is with deep sadness, but with hearts full of love for a life beautifully lived, that we announce the passing of Doris. Doris was the loving and devoted wife to Keith Spencer (predeceased) and loving and caring mother to Kurt Spencer (Lucie) of Dubreuilville, Cheryl Spencer (late Al Kostiw) of Sudbury, Beverly ...

Passed away peacefully at the Lady Dunn Hospital with her family by her side on Thursday April 9, 2026 at the age of 77 years. Beloved wife of Ken for 57 years. Cherished mother of Ken Jr., Scott and Sherri (Ron). Proud grandmother of Samarah (Steve), Ryker, Brycen, Trenten. Great grandmother of Jackson, James and Everly. Dear daughter of Lillian ...

November 29,1958 – April 8, 2026 Louis passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family after a long grueling courageous 7-year battle with cancer. Louis was a loving and compassionate husband and adventure partner to Mariane for 44 years. A proud father to Derek (Chantal) and Ashlee (Joe). He was the best Papa to Madison, Ethan, Kolten (Heidi), ...

Born November 29, 1930, in Wawa, passed away at the age of 95 years. A lifelong northerner with a deep love for the land, Edward spent most of his working years with Algoma Ore, where he was known for his steady work ethic and quiet reliability. Outside of work, Edward was happiest in the outdoors. He was an avid trapper, ...

Apr 3, 2026 at 10:44 Hwy 631 has been opened from Hornepayne to Hwy 11. Apr 3, 2026 at 06:10 ON511 is reporting that weather conditions on Hwy 631 have closed Hwy 631 between Hornepayne and the Junction of Hwy 631 at Hwy 11. The highway was closed at 5:06 a.m.

Décédé paisiblement au Lady Dunn Health Centre le mardi 31 mars 2026 à l’âge de 82 ans.   Époux bien-aimé de DeniseThériault. Père adoré d’Édith Lévesque (Steve), François (Natalie) et Isabelle Gagnon (Kevin Ecker). Grand-papa fier de William, Aryane (Chris Mayes), Gabrielle, Damien, Kayleigh, Jaelyn et Zane. Jean-Paul chérissait également ses petits-enfants à quatre pattes Buck, Mika, Gucci, Rosie et ...