Obituaries

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, ...

1958 – 2026   Passed away with his family by his side at the Lady Dunn Health Centre, Wawa on Friday February 6, 2026 at the age of 67 years.   Dear son of the late Therese Fortier (Clermont Fortier) and Gerard Laurin. Dear brother of Rose Stewart (Don “Stewie”), and Richard Fortier. Uncle of Tammy (Jake), Danielle, Celeste and ...

(1970-2026) It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Lisa after a lengthy battle with Syringomyelia on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at the Lady Dunn Health Centre with her husband by her side.   Lisa is survived by her loving husband of 24 years Norm, sons Nicolas and Mathieu, mother Dorothy Irvine (nee Thompson), brother Scott ...

Honoured Father, Best Dad Ever and the Cornerstone of our Family. The family announces the sudden passing of Larry at the Sault Area Hospital on Monday, December 8, 2025, at the age of 81. Beloved husband of Christina “Teena” Tregonning (Nee Cullen) for 42 years. Loving dad of Lynn “Grant” Watson (of Strathmore, Alberta) Terrie Anne Bell (Donald) (of Winnipeg, ...

September 13, 1963 – January 19, 2026 Yvonne Marie Aline Derasp passed away peacefully on Monday, January 19, 2026, surrounded by her family, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She is survived by her beloved sons, Jason (Naomi) and Kevin, who were the source of her strength and always her pride and joy. She leaves behind her cherished ...

October 22, 1930 – January 11, 2026 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 ...

June 19, 1928 – December 16, 2025 With family and friends by her side, Lucy leaves her earthly home to join her partner of 57 years, Ed Latoski. Lucy came to Wawa with her husband Maurice Lachapelle, who was killed in an industrial accident at Algoma Ore. She leaves behind a lifelong friend, Gerry Rose, who cared for Lucy until ...

August 8, 1971 – January 10, 2026 Peacefully at home, she begins her journey to the Spirit World as the Spirit Woman “Manidoo Kwe”. Born in Wawa, Ontario to Leona Delores Swanson and Gilbert Joseph Stone. Mother of Brandon, Tiffany and Xavier. Eldest sister of Sherry, Melanie, Gilbert, Leon, Sharon and Karen. Niece of Frank (Agnes), Sam (Angela), Donald (Donna), ...

Passed away peacefully at the Sante Manitouwadge Health with his family by his side on January 10, 2026, at the age of 86. Beloved husband of Dorothee (Lefebvre) Desilets for 64 years. Loving dad of Carole Desilets and son-in-law Dan Kelly, brother and sister-in-laws Robert & Germaine (Lefebvre) Leveille, Irma (Lefebvre) Desjardins, Aline Lefebvre & Therese (Lefebvre) Desjardins. Fondly remembered ...