Obituaries

Ernest Francis Gough, 90, passed away on January 18, 2025. He was a beloved great-grandfather, grandfather, father, husband, uncle, brother, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Ernest was born on November 22, 1934, in Springfield, Ontario. In the early years of his life, Ernest found work and a home in Toronto, Ontario. This is ... Read more.

Graham, Morgan of Aylmer passed away with her family by her side at London Health Science Centre- Victoria Hospital on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 in her 26th year. Cherished daughter of Dr. David and Elise (Van Den Hurk) Graham. Dear sister of Leslie, Julie (Reuben), Samantha and Jennifer. She will be dearly missed by her niece Sloane and a number of aunts, ... Read more.

Knibbe, Coby of Aylmer passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 in her 68th year. Beloved wife of Harry Knibbe. Dear mother of Anthony(Kristine) of Barrie, Mike(Tanya) of Chatham, Jamie(Amy) of St. Thomas and Amy Voortman(Benj) of St. George. Loving Oma of Annaka, Markus, Payton, Breya, Aleah, David, Blair, ... Read more.

JOHNSON – Sheila Jean passed away peacefully Sunday, January 12, 2025 at the St Thomas Elgin General Hospital with family by her side, sharing precious memories of times with her at the age of 83.  Her loving husband, Karl Beverley Kennedy took amazing care of her right until her last breath.  Dear mother of Lillian Johnson (Kevin), Sharon Renaud (Rodger) ... Read more.

Percy Wayne Whitcroft After a long and well-lived life, Percy passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at St Thomas Elgin General Hospital.  Born July 1, 1940, on the farm near Dunboyne, 4th of 6 kids of Charles and Irene Whitcroft. He was predeceased by his wife Gloria (Hepburn) in 2002.   Survived by his wife Marg (Lane Small), his children ... Read more.

Couture, Joseph “Frank” of Port Burwell passed away peacefully with his family by his side at his residence on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 in his 74th year. Beloved husband of Verna (Saxton)Couture. Dear father of Jennifer(Luis) and Christopher(Samantha). Frank will also be missed by 8 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and his mother-in-law Shirley Saxton. Brother of Theresa(Laurie), Helen(Edmond), Emily, Marie(Donald), Mable, Paul(Debbie), Leonard(Linda) and Gerry. ... Read more.

Mannell, David Russell of Aylmer passed away with his family by his side at London Health Science Centre- Victoria Hospital on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 in his 69th year. Dear father of Christina Hodgins(Kevin) of Aylmer and Jesse Mannell(Kim) of St. Thomas. Loving grandpa of Kailey, Madison and Maverick. Son of Florence(Makins) Mannell of Tillsonburg and the late Russell Mannell. Brother of Patricia ... Read more.

Thiessen, Margaret of Aylmer passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Sakura House on Friday, January 3, 2025 in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late John Thiessen(2005). Dear mother of Ben Thiessen(Annie), Jake Thiessen(Nettie), Anna Miller(Gerard), Margaret Klassen(Pete), Helen Scott, Susan Macaulay(Rob), Dave Thiessen(Mary), Peter Thiessen(Nancy), Kathy Fehr(Pete) and Rudy Thiessen(Nancy). Also survived by her two sisters Susan and ... Read more.

Hunsperger, Barbara of Wellesley and formerly of Aylmer passed away at Stratford General Hospital on Thursday, December 26, 2024 in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Gerry Hunsperger(2015). Dear mother of Joanne Boss (Mike) and the late Susan Rausa (2021)(Rick) and Douglas Hunsperger(2012). Barb was very devoted to her family and she will be especially missed by her grandchildren ... Read more.

Fairweather, Frances Elizabeth passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Extendicare Port Stanley on Thursday, January 2, 2025 in her 99th year. Beloved wife of the late David Fairweather(2018). Dear mother of Joanne of Vancouver, British Columbia, Mark(Karen) of St. Thomas, Libby of Turner Valley, Alberta, Michael(Lisa) of Port Stanley, Susanne of London and Christine(Ron) of Aylmer.  She will ... Read more.