Obituaries

Gross, Walter Erich

February 8,1942 – December 4, 2025 With aching hearts, we announce the passing of Walter Erich Gross—my dad, a man whose love showed itself in quiet gestures, steady routines, and small acts of care that meant more than he ever knew. Born on February 8, 1942, he lived a life shaped by resilience, sharp humour, stubborn grit, and a softer ...

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THIBEAULT, Dominique (Dom)

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dom on Saturday, December 7, 2025, in Chapleau at the age of 48. Loving and devoted father of Yanick (Hailey), Ellia (Drake), and Maxim, whose lives were his greatest pride. Cherished son of Louise (Guy), and the late Serge. Grandson of Madeleine Perron-Thibeault (late Magella) and the late Rose ...

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WOODS, Dorothy

Dorothy Woods, passed away on December 7, 2025, at the age of 77, surrounded by the love of her family. A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother; Dorothy’s life was defined by kindness, generosity, and a deep love for those around her. She is lovingly remembered by her husband of 55 years Peter Woods, and her children Natalie (Sean), Jamie (Jess), ...

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GRATTON, Andre Joseph

Passed away suddenly at the age of 79 on December 5, 2025, in Wawa. Andre is survived by his spouse, Claudette. Loving father to Annette Paquette (Pierre), Renee Spooner (Reg). Cherished grandpapa to Glenn (Nicole), Alicia (Mariusz), Devon (Racheal), Joel (Jessie), Tyrel (Jenna), Sara (Tyler), Lyanne and great grandpapa to Xavier, Chloe, Andie, Jayce. Andre worked as a logger for ...

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DOUGHERTY, Allen James

December 27, 1954 – November 25, 2025 Allen passed away peacefully at the Lady Dunn Health Centre, Wawa on Tuesday November 25, 2025 at the age of 70 years.   He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.   Cremation took place at River’s Edge Cremation Centre, Sault Ste. Marie. A celebration of his life will be held ...

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CUERRIER, Robert ‘Farmer Bob’

(April 17 1947 – November 18 2025) I am talking to you now from the Great Beyond, ‘cause if you are reading this, I have passed on. I carry with me to eternity good family memories of an estranged yet devoted wife Susan and three fine kids I know mostly by their nicknames…Yogi, Spike and Sprague. I was raised on ...

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CORNISH, Mark Edward Frederick

August 13, 1944 — November 17, 2025 It is with great sadness and regret that we announce the death of Mark Edward Frederick Cornish on Monday, November 17, at the Chattanooga Memorial Hospital. He was 81. Born in Belleville, Ontario, Canada, Mark was employed as a news reporter at a daily newspaper in Sudbury before going on to work as ...

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LAVOIE, Jean Roch

Peacefully passed away at the Lady Dunn Health Centre (Long Term Care) on Sunday, November 16, 2025 at the age of 76. Beloved husband of the late Denise. Loving father of Tammy Nelson (John) and Chad Lavoie. Cherished grandfather of Justin Lavoie, Cora and Hanah Nelson. Dear brother of Germaine Proulx (Marcel), Gerry Lavoie (Cathy), Laureat Lavoie (Lise), late Pierette ...

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MAZZONELLO, Mark Alexander

It is with profound sadness, we announce the passing of Mark on Monday, November 10, 2025 at the Algoma Residential Community Hospice (ARCH), after a courageous and relentless battle with cancer. He was 65. Mark was the devoted husband of Lyn, the loving father of Sydney (Aaron) and Alex, and papa of August. He was the beloved son of Gail and the late Luigi Mazzonello. Cherished brother of Teri Kasper ...

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WOODS, Robert “Bob”

After a brief battle with cancer Bob decided to proceed with the MAID program on Saturday, November 8, 2025, he was in his 84th year. Predeceased by his mother Mary Woods, and beloved sister Sharon. Survived by his sons Derek, Brent (Priscilla) and Todd and sister Brenda Wasilewski. He will be missed by his grandchildren Ryker, Cam, Cole and Jake. Bob ...

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LOFSTROM, Gilbert

1947 – 2025 Passed away peacefully at the Lady Dunn Health Centre with his family by his side on Monday, November 3, 202,5 at the age of 78 years. Beloved husband of Nancy Donald. Gilbert will be remembered by Nancy’s family, her sons Stephen Donald (Davideen Douchamie), Jeff Donald and by her grandchildren Bryan and Stephen Douchamie, Joshua and Liam ...

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STEWART, Peggy (Margaret)

It’s with great sadness that we announce the loss of our Mom, Nana, G.G. – Peggy (Margaret) Stewart on Sunday, October 26, 2025. Peggy was born in Michigan and grew up in Wawa, Ontario. One of four children, her father managed a mine there. Peggy spent her early life living in Timmins and North Bay, eventually moving to Alberta in ...

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YUKICH, John Edward ‘Johnny’

Affectionately known as “YBone” or Johnny to those who knew him best, passed away on Monday, October 27, 2025, at the age of 55. Born on January 12, 1970, in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Johnny left an indelible mark on the lives of all who knew him. Johnny was predeceased by his parents, John Yukich and Mary (née Murphy).   ...

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JONES, William James ‘Bill’

December 24, 1931 ~ October 26, 2025 Bill passed away peacefully in his 93rd year at Riverbend Place Long-Term Care Home (Cambridge, ON) with Brandy at his side. His best friend and loving wife of nearly 44 years. Predeceased by his first wife, our Mother Kathy (1979). Much-loved Father of Valerie (Walter), April (aka Marleane), Sally (Corky), Tom (Debbie) and ...

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BERDUSCO, Patricia (née Harvey)

October 18, 2025 Patricia Berdusco was the fourteenth child and seventh daughter born to parents John and Nora Harvey. The family lived in Granby, Quebec, where she was raised and attended school. Mom loved growing up in such a large family and remembered many Easter and Christmas dinners with over 50 family members attending while she washed dishes for hours ...

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