Obituaries

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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HACHE, Renald

It is with profound sadness that the family announces Renald’s passing surrounded by his family Susan Skyum, Joanne Boissoneau and other members via FaceTime. Renald was born in New Brunswick on February 20, 1956. Son of the late David Hache (1981) and Beatrice Hache (1984). Renald had a love for his family at gatherings. He would entertain with his guitar ...

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BRINDLEY, Timothy Robert ‘Tim’

Suddenly, at Timmins and District Hospital on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, Timothy Robert “Tim” Brindley passed away at the age of 59. He was the beloved husband and best friend of Petra Brindley (née Hinz); the loving and caring father of Ashley Brindley (Del), Tyler Brindley (Audrey), and Jocelyn Horman (Larry); and the loving stepfather of Anastacia Gencarelli (Mario). Tim was the proud ...

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HAWTHORNE, Richard ‘Skip’

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Richard “Skip” Hawthorne. He passed away peacefully at Lady Dunn Health Centre, Wawa on Monday, June 15, 2026 at the age of 82 year with family by his side.   Born and raised in Conlig, Northern Ireland, Richard was the youngest and last surviving member of the original Hawthorne ...

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BARRETT, Judith “Jude” Lynn (McLinchey)

At the age of 66 years, of Hawk Junction, Jude passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026 with her son by her side at the Sault Area Hospital. Jude is predeceased by her husband Jim, her sister Betty and brothers Tom, Charlie Jim and Doug. Jude is survived by her son David and grandchildren Justin, Skylar, and Lillianne. She will be missed ...

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BOYD, Patrick “Pat”

In Loving Memory of Patrick “Pat” Boyd It is with profound sadness that the family announces the passing of Patrick “Pat” Boyd, who passed away suddenly on Saturday, June 13th, 2026 at the age of 66 years with his childhood best friend Robert Belair by his side. Pat was born on October 8, 1959, in Guelph, Ontario. He spent much ...

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DAWES, Norman Albert

Passed away suddenly on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at his home in White River.   Loving father of Sandra Lynn James (Jason) of Innisfail, Alberta, Stacy Marie Schwink (Jason) of Odenton, Maryland; and Ty Jones Dawes of Rochester Hills, Michigan. Grandfather of Zorrain Vanin of Calgary, Alberta and the late Vincent Vanin. Loving son of the late Gladys and Norman ...

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