Family News

Passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at his home in White River on Monday, August 4, 2025, at the age of 61 years.   Loving son of Elaine Duplessis and the late John Duplessis. Cherished brother of Kelly Duplessis (Denise) and Shelley Ann Duplessis (Kory). Loving uncle of Desiree and Nick (Alannah). Great uncle of Connor. He will be sadly missed ...

Thank You to the Legion Ladies Auxiliary for the beautiful lunch, it was much appreciated. To everyone who came from near and far, to the cellabration for Happy and Lorna for the nice sermon. Last but not least to my Family for all their support over the last few months. Love Betty

November 7, 1931 – August 6, 2025 Peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at Afton Park Place in Sarnia, ON, Jackie Coyne passed away at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the late Bruce Coyne (2006). Loving mother of Terri-Lynne Tessier/ Paul Trainor and Randy Coyne/ Michael Soost. Predeceased by her mother, Almeda and ...

We have worked hard to get something going, and here it finally is. I want to Thank Silvana Dereski, Kadean Ogilvie, Maury O’Neill, Shelley, and Katherine for all their hard work. Councillor Cathy Cannon

August 6, 2006 Gone 19 years. To dearly loved, to never be forgotten. Love Gerry

Don passed away at the Algoma Residential Community Hospice (ARCH) with his loving wife and family by his side, on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at the age of 84. Beloved husband and best friend of his caring wife, Mary. Cherished father of Debbie Lee Sawatzky (Ken), Kymberli Rose Aitkenhead (Rory), Donald Jr., and predeceased by his loving daughter Doreen Laurie ...

Dad arrived in Wawa on January 5 1952 when he was 18 years old and one week later, he was working at Algoma Ore Division. He came with Bill Dereski who was returning to work at AOD after being in Whitemouth for Christmas. In September 1957, he joined the Michipicoten Fire Department and spent 40 years volunteering as a firefighter ...

Passed away peacefully with her family by her side at the Chapleau Health Services on Wednesday July 30, 2025 at the age of 63 years.   Beloved wife of James Guitard. Loving mother of René Guitard (Nancy Dery), Daniel Guitard and Carole Ouellette (André). Proud grandmother of Madison, Isabelle, Joannie, Théo and Cloé. Daughter of the late Annette and Marcellin ...

The Creator has decided to call yet another to eternal rest. Francis Robert Stone, 35 years old, sadly passed away suddenly (and far too soon) on Sunday, July 27th, 2025, due to a severe infection of the leg caused by Group A Streptococcus. Due to complications from a recent surgery, the infection went undetected until it was too late.   ...

March 14, 1958 – July 19, 2025 It is with full but heavy hearts we announce the passing of Jeannine Mary Bain on July 19th 2025, at the age of 67, with her family by her side. With a heart made of gold everyone knew there was a spot with her for them, a safe, comforting place in her home, ...

On behalf of the William G. Rose Memorial Golf Tournament, we would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all of our generous donors, volunteers, and participants for their contributions to each and every event. The tournament’s success is because of our massive support system! Thank you! Miigwech! Merci! Northern Lights Ford Mission Motors of Wawa Trans Canada Chrysler Bay ...

A “Celebration of her life” will be held August 2nd from 2:30-4:30 in The Mission – 315 Superior St. An informal gathering to share and smile. All welcome.  

We would like to thank everyone that extended loving care to dad over the last few years & contributed to his quality of life. Special thank you to Kathy, Kelly Jr & Maggie Culhane who made him a part of your family.  He loved every minute of it. Wouldn’t have survived the past two years without having you in our ...

Peacefully passed away at the Lady Dunn Health Centre on Saturday July 19, 2025 at the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late Roman. Loving mother of Mike (late Sharon), Eva Vernier (Richard), Barbara, late Henry, late Mary, and the late Richard. Donna will be greatly missed by her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Predeceased by her parents Bronislaw and ...

April 17, 1932 – November 30, 2024 It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Gerald “Happy” Robertson at the age of 92 with family by his side at Bonnechere Manor, Renfrew. Son of the late George Robertson and Dorothy Kunkel. Husband and best friend of Betty (Trudel) for 71 years. Father of Norma Robertson and Laurie ...