Obituaries

Rakoschi, John Dennis Jr. of Mississauga passed away at Trillium Health Partner on Monday, February 23, 2026. He was 56 years old. Loving son of John and Marie Rakoschi of St. Thomas. Dear brother of Linda Smith (Kyle) of St. Thomas. He was predeceased by his grandparents Katie and John Rakoschy and Dennis and Mary Boudreau. John was born in ... Read more.

Habkirk, Robert Clark “Bob” of Aylmer passed away at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Sunday, February 22, 2026. He was 83 years old. Beloved husband of the late Audrey (Maracle) Habkirk. Dear brother of Peggy Franklin (Allen) of Aylmer. Loving father of Jobbie Peloquin (Scott) of St. Thomas. Cherished grandpa to Jason, Jeff, David, Nicole, Heather, Tyler, Lindsay, Emilee and great-grandpa ... Read more.

Patterson, Dr. Keith, peacefully, on January 25, 2026 at the age of 77.  Loving husband of Connie for 32 years.  Much loved father of Gail Pozzi and husband Dr. Anthony Pozzi, Julia Bennett and husband Dave Bennett.  Cherished Papa of Grace (Matt), Josh, Joey, Claire, Jane, Anna and Jack.  Dear brother of Muriel Davidson (the late Norm), Phyllis Pembleton (Laverne) ... Read more.

Nathan D. Wagler (Uncle Nate), 59, passed away on January 22, 2026, in London, Ontario. He was born on December 16, 1966, in Aylmer, Ontario, to David and Ida Mae Wagler. Nathan was preceded in death by his parents, David Wagler (d. 2018) and Ida Mae Wagler (d. 2014); and two brothers, Joseph Wagler (d. 2019) and Titus Wagler (d. 2024). ... Read more.

June 7, 1944– Jan.16, 2026 John Thorley passed away peacefully on January 16,2026surrounded by love. He is survived by his loving spouse Carol Thorley, and his children; Jeff (April), David (predeceased), Elizabeth (Martin), Cathie, and Julia (Michael). He was a proud grandfather to Melissa (Dan) and Michael (Jamie), children of Jeff; Troy (Heather), Rebecca, Darla, and Adella, children of David; ... Read more.

On December 29, 2025, Captain Lucy Graves (nee Tisdale), a retired officer of The Salvation Army, peacefully entered into the glorious presence of God in the comfort of her home (Kitchener) surrounded by the love and care of family members at the age of 86. She was the extraordinary and loving mother of sons and daughters-in-law Michael and Paula of ... Read more.

Robert John Sinden, born July 6, 1950 – entered Heaven January 5, 2026. Robert was an extraordinary man whose life left an enduring mark on nearly everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, mentor, and friend, Robert lived with purpose, generosity, and an unwavering faith that shaped every part of his life. Robert ... Read more.

Collard, Allan of Port Burwell formerly of London and Port Franks passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026. He was 69 years old. Cherished brother of Colleen Shackleton (Dave) of Port Burwell. Also survived by a son Christopher and nephews Jeff, Jason, Josh and nieces Shel and Holli and sister-in-law Linda Cook. Predeceased by brother Blaine Collard(2021). Born in Leamington, Ontario on November 18, ... Read more.

Dec. 23, 1942 – Jan. 3, 2026 Carolyn Kathleen Pawluk (Armstrong) passed away suddenly at Trillium Health Partners (Mississauga). Survived by her loving husband of 63 years Norman Pawluk, Predeceased by her loving parents, Ruby Eleanor Wilson (Armstrong), and her father James Albert Armstrong, and predeceased by her brother Ted Armstrong. Survived by her brother Peppy (Harold) Armstrong (wife Florence) ... Read more.

Millard, Lynda of Calton passed away at Terrace Lodge on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. She was 79 years old. Beloved wife of the late Paul Millard. Dear mother of Ken Millard of Calton, Cheryl Lambert-Millard of Peterborough, Joe Millard(Kelly) of Tillsonburg. Dear sister of Alvin Lindsay (Jenny) and Keith Lindsay  (Sharon).  Also survived by a number of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces ... Read more.