Obituaries

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Shahreena Rahman on Friday December 27, 2024. Shahreena will be remembered for her kindness and compassion. She served the local community faithfully providing optical services as the owner and optometrist at East Elgin Optometry. May you rest in peace Shahreena.   ... Read more.

Foster, Charles “Richard” passed away peacefully at the St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Sunday, December 22, 2024, at the age of 81. His best friend and beloved wife Helen (Murphy) Foster was by his side. Richard was the adored father of Lisa Foster (Doug), Richard Foster (Michele) and Julian Foster (Jessica). Cherished Grandpa and Papa to Nathan (Gabrielle), Emily, ... Read more.

Ronald Charles Tanner July 22, 1962 – December 21, 2024 After a courageous battle with cancer, Ron chose the time and place of his going, peacefully, at his farm near Springfield, Ontario on Saturday, December 21, 2024. Cherished husband of Susan Procop-Tanner and beloved son of Sonja Tanner-Kaplash and Ronald John Tanner, Sr. Ron is also survived by his sister, ... Read more.

Taylor, Bette “Marlene” of Belmont died peacefully at London Health Science Centre-Victoria Hospital on Christmas day, December 25, 2024 in her 87th year. Beloved wife of the late Ralph Taylor(2012). Dear mother of James Taylor(Darlene) of Belmont and John Taylor(Patricia) of North Vancouver, British Columbia. Loving grandmother of Trianna Landon(Devin), Aonghas Taylor, Quinlan Taylor and great-grandmother of Thatcher and Vada Landon. Sister of Barbara ... Read more.

Borremans, Maxine Gloria of Aylmer passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Tuesday, December 24, 2024 in her 94th year. Beloved wife of the late George Borremans(1993). Dear mother of Yvonne Giles(Bryan) of Simcoe, Betty Anne Van Den Broek(Larry) of Aylmer and Bill Borremans(Shelley) of Aylmer. Loving grandma of Melissa, Meagen, Kurtus, Erica, Kevin and Tori and great-grandmother of Chris, Sarah, Hayden, ... Read more.

Van Overloop, Judy Anne of Aylmer passed away peacefully with her family by her side at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 in her 80th year. Beloved wife of 36 years to Florent Van Overloop. Dear mother of Brent Meharg(Ramona) of Belmont, Darren Meharg(Christine) of Lambeth and step-mother of Andre Van Overloop(Deanna) of Dorchester, Annette Beuschleb(Scott) of Dorchester and ... Read more.

Zimmer, Matt of Summers Corners passed away at his residence on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 in his 93rd year. Beloved husband of Marlene(Kirk) Zimmer. Dear father of Mitch Zimmer(Maria) of London and Merrill Taylor(Bud) of Aylmer. Loving grandfather of Mason, Laura(Anthony) and Kirsten. Proud great-grandfather of Hunter. Brother to Pauline Prendergast and Elizabeth Osborne. Sadly missed by a number of nieces and nephews. Predeceased ... Read more.

Healy, Lorna Ellen of Aylmer passed away peacefully at Terrace Lodge on Saturday, December 14, 2024 in her 86th year. Beloved wife of the late John M. Healy(2018).  Dear mother of Greg(Suzanne) of Alberta and mother-in-law of Bonnie Healy of Alliston.  Loving grandmother of Samantha, Kaitlyn and Cassandra. Sister of Carolyn Leaver(late Gordon). Predeceased by her son Christopher and brother Gordon Dow. Also survived ... Read more.

Thiessen, Margaret of Aylmer passed away peacefully surrounded by her daughters at Terrace Lodge on Saturday, December 14, 2024 in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late Peter Thiessen(1989). Dear mother of Mary Sippert(Harry), Netty Ens(Jake), Margaret Ens(Peter) and Tina Brix(Erich). She will be missed by 11 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Also survived by a brother, sister and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased ... Read more.

John Dyck finished his earthly race and entered into the rest of the Lord on December 12, 2024 in his home with his family around him. John was a welder by trade but was not afraid to dip his toe into various side businesses as well. He was best known and loved for his quick wit, bringing laughter and joy ... Read more.