Obituaries

Peacefully and surrounded by family Carolyn Jean Clarke, 76, passed away at Riverview Gardens in Chatham on November 6, 2024.  Carolyn was born on January 18, 1948 to Charles and Wilma (Toll) Clarke of Aylmer.  She is survived by her sister Marjorie (William) Payne and brother Kenneth (Evelyn) Clarke.  Beloved Auntie CJ to Kristen Payne (Peter Earley), Mike Payne (Stephanie ... Read more.

Kathleen ‘Kay’ Row passed away peacefully at Royal Oak Senior Living on November 7, 2024 in her 85th year. Predeceased by husband Howard Row, parents Edward ‘Ted’ and Ethel Longfield, and brother David Longfield. Loving mother of Colleen Row and husband Mike Loucks, Arnold Row, Ann Lagrandeur and husband Gus, Marilyn Weber and husband John. Deeply missed by grandchildren Richard ... Read more.

Faulds, Paul of Lyons passed away peacefully with his family by his side at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Monday, November 4, 2024 in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of Shirley(McLean) Faulds. Dear father of Sarah Leitch(Wesley) and Jamie Faulds(Sarah). Loving and proud grandfather of Shannon, Ashley and Erin Leitch, Jack and Avery Faulds. Brother-in-law to Joan Hay(Lorne), Keith ... Read more.

Smith, Robert “Bob” of Lyons passed away peacefully at his residence on Sunday, November 3, 2024 in his 86th year. Beloved husband of Brenda(Clunas) Smith. Dear father of Rick Smith, Susie Meesters(Jerry), Michelle Rader(Steve) and step-father of Amanda and Michael. He will be missed by his grandchildren Megan, Jeff, Ryan, Jason, Joe, Michelle, Courtney, Jenny, Tyler and Matthew. Dear brother of Marion(Ace). ... Read more.

Wiebe, John of Aylmer passed away peacefully with his family by his side at his residence on Friday, November 1, 2024 in his 63rd year. Beloved husband of Tina(Dyck) Wiebe. Dear father of Tiffany Hussey(Craig) of Windsor, Brittany Harper(Ashley) of Loughborough, England, Kurtis Wiebe of Aylmer, Brandon Wiebe of Aylmer and Chantal Finnigan(Alec) of Iona Station. Brother of Helen Neufeld(late John), Anna Harder(John), ... Read more.

Gene MacWilliam “Mac” Harrison was called to Heaven on October 29, 2024, surrounded by his six loving children and devoted wife of 60 years. Mac was born in Clandeboye, Ontario, the eldest of three, to Jack and Doris (née McWilliam) Harrison. He was proud of his upbringing and the farm-boy values they shaped – hard work, straight talk, and a ... Read more.

Ker, Anne of Aylmer passed away peacefully at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Archie Ker(2021). Anne is survived by her daughters Susan Locke(Keith), Karen VanLoon(John) and son Dennis Shackelton(Karen); step-sons Barry Ker(Deb), Tom Ker(Darla) and step-daughter Jill Underhill(Lewy).  Mother-in-law of Henni Shackelton, Gary Vansevenant and Cathy Ker and sister ... Read more.

The family of Louis Toth, with sadness, but gratitude for a long life well lived, announce his death on October 29, 2024, in his 93rd year. He is survived by his children: Mike Toth and his wife Michele; Cyndy Difazio and her husband Tony; Paul Toth and his wife Jeneen, and by his son-in-law, Steve Laemers and his wife Betty.   ... Read more.

Aug. 15, 1934 – Oct. 27, 2024 It is with heavy hearts that we, the family of Jacqueline (“Jackie”) Pauline Declercq, wish to announce her peaceful passing after a courageous struggle with illness, at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital, on Sunday October 27, 2024, at the age of 90. Jackie was born in Kingsville, Ontario to her late parents Richard ... Read more.

Garry Wayne Robinson, born September 17, 1944 in Goderich, ON, passed away peacefully with family at his side on Thursday, October 24, 2024 at St Thomas Elgin General Hospital. Garry was predeceased by his wife Irene Marlatt, parents: Ethel (Campbell) Robinson and Alfred Robinson siblings: William (Bill), Jim, Dave, Jack, Glen, Mary, Grace, Helen, Doris, Gib, numerous nieces and nephews. ... Read more.