Family News

It is with deep love and heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of Marie Louise Brailean on December 26, 2025 at the Richmond Hospital. Born in Bergen Op Zoom, Netherlands; Marie was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and cherished friend. Marie shared a beautiful life with her beloved husband, Dennis Brailean. Together, they built a home filled with warmth, ...

Lovingly and peacefully entered her reward at age 41 on March 2, 2026, surrounded by family and friends, after a heroic battle with cancer. Hélène was born July 18,1984 in Sault Ste. Marie to Henri (predeceased) and Carole Savoie. She is survived by her beloved children Abiguale, Lionel, Gabriel, Raphaël, and Noëlle; her fiancé Gene, her mother, Carole, her sisters ...

Nous a quitté paisiblement vers un monde meilleur à l’âge de 41 ans, le 2 mars 2026, entourée de sa famille et ses amis, des suites d’un cancer contre lequel elle a mené un combat héroïque. Hélène est née le 18 juillet 1984 à Sault-Ste-Marie. Précédée dans la mort par son père Henri Savoie, elle laisse dans le deuil ses ...

Peacefully, at the age of 94 with her family by her side on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, after many years of living and struggling with dementia. Carmelle was the beloved wife of the late Bill Kuyek and loving mother to Marcy (Bill Gillespie), Tim, Doreen (Heikki Pulkkinen), and Cindy (Harvey West) (late Ken Lamon). Cherished Grandma to Len, Wendy, Thomas, ...

(1935-2026) Went home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 27, 2026. He was predeceased by his parents Berthe and Dorima Pilon; brothers Roger, Gerry, Claude and Elie Pilon; and his sisters Simone Murphy and Aline Ribout. He is survived by his sister Marguerite Hachey. Lucien was the treasured husband of Bernice and loving father figure to Lenora Deschamps, ...

Another successful sale is behind us and we would like to express our thanks to the many people who made this sale possible. First, to the people of Wawa and surrounding area, who donate so generously to our sale, we say, “THANK YOU” Next to our many volunteers who faithfully show up to help sort, organize, and run the sale. ...

January 24, 1950 – January 24, 2026 Died January 24, 2026 in Brockville, Ontario. Born January 24, 1950 to Mary Lou and Gerald Morrison. Grew up on a farm near Lake Eloida and spent her youth in Lansdowne and Athens. Youngest of siblings James, Mackie, Robert, and Cheryl Faith. Attended high school in Athens, teacher’s college in Ottawa, then began her ...

Our hearts are heavy as we grieve the loss of our EarlyON Centre — a place that was more than just a building. It was a safe space for families, a place of laughter, first friendships, shared milestones, and daily moments of connection that meant so much to so many. In the midst of this heartbreaking loss, we have been ...

December 7, 1937 – February 16, 2026 It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Mary Ann McCrank on Monday, February 16, 2026, at the age of 88. Mary passed away surrounded by her loving family at Mapleview Extended Care in Sault Ste. Marie. Born on December 7, 1937, in Kirkland Lake, Mary lived a life ...

March 8, 1952 – January 27, 2026 It is with profound sadness that the family of Patricia Doucette announces her passing. She lost her 20 year battle with cancer with strength and grace. Born in Wawa, Ontario and lived in Balmertown, Ontario until the family moved to Merritt, BC in 1969, where she graduated and then came to Prince George ...

It is with deep sadness, the family announces the peaceful passing of Lou on February 13, 2026 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 91. Born in Lithuania in 1935, he left this world with courage, faith and dignity to join Our Heavenly Father. Lou was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend, who dedicated 35 years ...

August 14, 1937 – February 13, 2026 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. Bob was born on August 14, 1937, in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. At the age of 21, he moved to Vancouver, British Columbia to acquire his pilot’s ...

September 20, 1964 – February 10, 2026 It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Yvan, a loving son and brother, who left us after a brave battle with cancer. Yvan had a big heart and an even bigger sense of humour. He had a way of making people laugh, feel welcome, and know they were cared ...

At the age of 94 years, passed away, leaving behind a legacy rooted in faith, devotion, and unwavering love for her family.   Born in Mont‑Laurier, Québec, she was the cherished daughter of Armand Lépine and Ludivine Tourangeau, and was lovingly raised as well by her stepmother, Louise Papineau. Armande was the beloved sister of André, Jeanne d’Arc, Jacques, Paul, ...

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, ...