Obituaries

COX, Richard George ‘Rick’

Passed away on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at the age of 74. Beloved husband and best friend of Pat. Father of Jason (Millie), Mike (Tasha) and Adam. Grandfather of Brynn, Emma (Pan), Logan, Michael, Nashton, Paige, Mason and Devon. Great-Grandfather of Ellie and Persephones. Predeceased by his parents Pat and Dave Cox. Brother of the late Gerry. A Rick’s request ...

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CECILE, Merle

Passed away peacefully at the Chapleau Health Services with her family by her side on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at the age of 80 years. Beloved wife of Tim. Adored and loving mother of Meredith Bernier (Calixte). Very loving Nana of Claire (Matthew), Geoff (Hannah), Nolan (Amber) and Braden. Daughter of the late Ethel and Ronald Pearce. Daughter-in-law of the ...

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ARNOTT, Leslie ‘Les’

Leslie (Les) Arnott passed away peacefully, with his family by his side, at the Chapleau Health Centre on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the age of 65. Les was the beloved husband and best friend of Gwen for 40 years, the loving father of Brandon Soyatt (Amy) and the proud grandfather of Emery. He was also a dear brother to ...

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PAIM, Helena

In Loving Memory of Helena Paim It is with profound love and immeasurable sadness that we announce the passing of Helena Paim, a remarkable woman whose life, strength, and spirit will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. Helena was a woman of extraordinary courage and resilience. Her journey was not an easy one, but she ...

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BILUK, Liz

26 October, 1935 – 22 July, 2026 Liz passed away peaceful on Wednesday, July 26, 2026, at the age of 90.  Liz was born in Whitemouth, MB to parents Julianna and Ludwig Derecki.  She was a loving mother to Julie Biluk (Darrell McDonagh) of Edmonton, AB and Dianne Richmond (Don) of Brockville, ON.  Also, a wonderful grandmother to Christopher Richmond of Ottawa, ...

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STOYCHEFF, Francois Joseph ‘Frank’

Peacefully passed away at the F.J. Davey Home on Sunday August 2, 2026, at the age of 98. Beloved husband of the late Gloria. Dear father of Peter (Shellan), Denis (Monique), Claudette (Jim), Paul (Lena), and the late Marie (Pat). Grandfather and great grandfather of many. Son of the late Irenee and Deline Stoycheff. Predeceased by his brothers and sister ...

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KOLARI MacKnight, Susanne

Janu­ary 10, 1943 – July 19, 2026 Susanne Mack­night Kolari, 83, of Elliot Lake, Ontario, passed away peace­fully on July 19, 2026, after a short battle with can­cer, and sur­roun­ded by her fam­ily: hus­band Roger Kolari, and daugh­ters Kelly-ann Mack­night (Jamie Lar­kin) and Kari Mack­night Dear­born (Paul Dear­born). She was born on Janu­ary 10th, 1943, in Lind­say, Ontario. Eld­est daugh­ter ...

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MADETSKY, Martin “Rooster”

September 5, 1962 – July 27, 2026 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Martin “Rooster” Madetsky, who passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, July 27, 2026. Born and raised in Manitouwadge, Rooster had a deep love for the outdoors. Camping and fishing filled his weekends and holidays, and he was happiest surrounded by ...

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VERALDI, Anthony

May 16, 2001 – July 23, 2026 With absolute sorrow, the family announces the sudden death of their beloved son, brother and friend Anthony, at the age of 25 years. The family invites you to join them at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #194, Hornepayne on Saturday, September 5, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. to honour the memory of Anthony. Casual ...

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BELANGER, Ann

Passed away peacefully at the Lady Dunn Health Centre, Wawa with her family by her side on Tuesday July 14, 2026 at the age of 87 years.   Beloved wife of the late Roland Belanger. Loved mother of Lynda Gilchrist (Tony), Kevin Belanger (Maureen Moloney) and Julie Lundquist (Gary Currie). Proud grandmother of Angela (Steve), Trevor (Janet), Sarah (Scot), Conor ...

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MOKROER-MAKOWSKI, Anna Sunshine

December 25, 2005 – July 11, 2026 Born on Christmas Day, Anna was our Christmas miracle and a precious gift from God. A beautiful soul and gifted artist, she brought light, love, and joy to everyone who knew her. Though she left this world far too soon, Anna’s life reminds us that every moment with those we love is a ...

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TREMBLAY, Nicol

Entouré de sa famille, Nicol s’est éteint paisiblement à la Résidence Bignucolo des Services de santé de Chapleau, le jeudi 9 juillet 2026, à l’âge de 82 ans. Époux bien-aimé de feu Liliane. Il laisse dans le deuil ses fils dévoués, Eric (Lynne) et Jacques (Isabelle). Cher grand-papa de Heidi (Nick), Jeffrey (Amy), Jessica, Alex (Katrine) et Nicholas, il était ...

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WENMANN, Dustin Thomas ‘Dusty’

February 14, 1991 – July 10, 2026 It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Dustin “Dusty” Wenmann on Friday, July 10, 2026, at the age of 35 years, after a courageous three-and-a-half-year journey with synovial sarcoma. Surrounded by the love of his parents, Dustin passed gently in their arms, leaving this world with the same ...

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MILLER, Frances ‘Ruth’

Ruth passed away July 8, 2026, just 4 days shy of her 93rd birthday. Born in Binscarth, Manitoba on July 12th, 1933, Ruth eventually settled in Wawa, Onta with her husband Harry ”Junior” Miller (predeceased April 1, 2018), where they raised a family and operated Harry Miller Construction. Beloved mother of Lynne “Jo” Davidson (predeceased 2023). Ruth is survived by ...

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SOKOLOSKI, William “Bill”

After a short illness in his 95th year, Bill Sokoloski decided to embark on an extended fishing trip on his beloved Tukanee Lake, having enough of the hospital, homes and his pesky arthritic knee, with his wife and daughter Ivy by his side to see him off. Bill lived most of his life in White River, but spent the last ...

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