It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Lillian Maria Anderson (Allan).
She passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2007 at her home in Fort Frances, Ont., with family by her side, after a short but courageous battle with cancer.
Lillian was born in Black Sturgeon, Ont. on Jan. 29, 1935 and began her life learning how to be a hard worker, helping her family with the fisheries. She spent most of her life working in the hospitality industry, serving up many a good meal with her smiles and good cheers.
Mom lived throughout Northwestern Ontario, then moved to Thompson, Man. in 1973. She then spent many years in Lac du Bonnet, Man. until she retired from her job as head cook at the LakeView Hotel.
She spent the remainder of her years in the town that she loved so dearly, Fort Frances.
Her devotion and dedication to her family, sisters, and brothers will be deeply missed. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and a dear friend to many.
Her love of country music, and her zany sense of humour, was an attribute that we loved about her character.
Her family would like to offer an invitation to celebrate her life at the Lambertson residence on Thursday, Nov. 15 from 7-9- p.m. (on Highway 11/71 North. Fire #1230. Phone 274-2882).
Memorial services will be held Friday, Nov. 16, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Church on Couchiching, with Msgr. George Bourguignon officiating.
A luncheon to follow.
Pallbearers will be her grandchildren, Rob Alix, Jody Warnes, Jason and Ron Perreaux, Eric and Josh Anderson, Crystal Lambertson, and Manny and Veronica Melnick.
The honourary pallbearers will be her great-grandchildren, Jacob Warnes, Mylo Anderson, and MacKenzie Horde, and good friend, Robert Bombay.
Lillian leaves behind her children, Don (Val) Anderson of Sioux Lookout, Ont., Lana (Bill) Schumacher of Will’s Point, Tex., Delsie (Erik) Lambertson of Fort Frances, Ont., and Lesa Melnick of Winnipeg, Man., and their father, Ron Anderson.
Also surviving are her grandchildren, Rob Alix of Winnipeg, Man., Jody Warnes of Ottawa, Ont., Jason and Ron Perreaux of Winnipeg, Man., Eric and Josh Anderson of Sioux Lookout, Ont., Crystal Lambertson of Fort Frances, Ont., and Manny and Veronica Melnick of Winnipeg, Man.; and great-grandchildren, Mylo Anderson and MacKenzie Horde of Sioux Lookout, Ont., and Jacob Warnes of Ottawa, Ont.
Lillian also is survived by her sisters, Anne (Milo) Olson and Ethel Gustafson of Fort Frances, Ont., and “sister” Lorraine (Glenn) Ecklund of Thunder Bay, Ont.; along with many wonderful nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends, including Robert Bombay and David (Dado) Crowe.
Her love for animals requires us to mention Koko, Shadow, Cali, and Baby.
She was predeceased by her mother, Veronica Allan (Jourdain); father, Alfred Allan; sisters, Laura, Gladys, Elsie, Evora, Florence, and Pearl; and brothers, Fred and Bob.
She had a deep faith and trust in Jesus, and taught her family to trust and believe, as well. Her care and concern towards others was a testament to her beliefs.
“Be glad for all God is planning for you. Be patient in trouble, and always be prayerful.” Romans 12:12
Should family and friends so desire, in memoriam donations may be made to either the Canadian Cancer Society, P.O. Box 444, Fort Frances, Ont., P9A 3M8 or the Winnipeg Humane Society, 5 Kent St., Winnipeg, Man., R2L 1X3, or c/o Green Funeral Home, P.O. Box 427, Fort Frances, Ont., P9A 3M8.
BRIAN EDWARD HUGHES
Brian Hughes, of Devlin, Ont., passed away Thursday, Nov. 15, 2007.
Brian was born May 26, 1959 to Victor and Helen Hughes.
He attended school in Devlin and Fort Frances, Ont. He worked as a section man for the CNR, and afterwards was employed as a delimber operator for various logging contractors.
He is survived by his mother, Helen; brothers, Victor (Cheryl) and Darren of Devlin, Ont.; sister, Shelley (Brian) McKinnon of Devlin, Ont.; niece, Nicole Hughes; and nephews, Wyatt Hughes and Cody McKinnon.
Cremation had taken place, and interment will be held in the Devlin cemetery at a later date.
PAULINE TOFAN
Peacefully in her sleep, Pauline passed away on Friday, September 21, 2007 in Fort Frances, ON at her residence, Rainycrest.
Pauline was born in Tolstoi MB on June 2, 1917. She was predeceased by her parents Nikola and Maria Tofan; sisters, Ann Saranchuk and Sophie Domanski; brothers, John, William, Peter, Steve, Matt and Mike Tofan. She is survived by her sister-in-law Nettie Tofan and numerous nieces and nephews.
Pauline led an active, full life and thoroughly enjoyed singing Ukrainian songs with family and friends.
Funeral services were held at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street, Winnipeg, MB on Wednesday, September 26 at 1:30 p.m.
A special thank you is extended to the staff at Rainycrest for their wonderful care.
Condolences may be forwarded to her niece, Loretta Brunetta, 800 Nelson St. Fort Frances.
DORLEEN LORENA TOFFAN
Dorleen “Dot” Toffan, 86, passed away on Monday, Nov. 24, 2014 at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances, Ont.
Dorleen’s parents, Jane (Broughton) and Duncan Hughes, left England in 1919 as newlyweds aboard the Orduna to begin a new life in Canada.
Dorleen, one of eight children, was born on Aug. 31, 1928 in Barwick, Ont.
In her early years, Dorleen worked for the Town of Fort Frances. On June 14, 1952, she married Allan Toffan.
After raising her family, she returned to work with Bell Canada and enjoyed many years working alongside her fellow “telephone operators.” When Bell automated services, she began a new career as a receptionist at the Fort Frances Clinic until her retirement.
Despite being a busy mom, Dorleen took the time to enjoy the sport of curling. She skipped her own team for many years and loved the strategy of the game. When asked the outcome of any given game, one had to be prepared to listen to a play-by-play account of the final eight ends!
She treasured the friendships she made during these years.
After Allan’s death in 1992, Dorleen took up the game of golf. This newfound passion provided her with another opportunity to develop both skills and friendships.
Although she had not been on the course for the last few years due to poor health, she refused to part with her golf cart.
Dorleen and Allan ran a “tight ship” as they raised their five children. She was a wonderful cook, creating tasty meals with a few basic ingredients. Their home was a place of welcome for family and friends.
Dorleen is survived by her children, Teresa Dennis, Cindy (Hugh) McKinnon, Jane (Ray) Turnbull, Bill Toffan (Shannon Cunningham), and Jackie (Scott) Chudley.
She also is mourned by nine grandchildren, Christopher (Lindsay) Dennis, Tyson (Robyn) Dennis, Andrea McKinnon, Karli McKinnon, Reginald Turnbull, Allan Turnbull, Brittany Toffan, Brett Toffan, and Carter Chudley.
She was delighted by the arrival of her two great-grandchildren, Blase and Jasper Dennis.
One sister, Carol (Chris) Thorp, also survives, along with sisters-in-law, Lolly Brunetta and Gladys Hughes, as well as many special nieces and nephews.
Dorleen was predeceased by her parents, Jane and Duncan Hughes; mother- and father-in-law, Mildred and William Toffan; husband, Allan; siblings, Agnes (Erv, Steve, and Donald), Walter (Nora), Doug (June), Louise (Willis), Duncan, and George; and brothers-in-law, Ernie (Madeline and Evelyn) Toffan and Ernie Brunetta.
A funeral mass will be held Friday, Nov. 28, 2014 at 11 a.m. at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church in Fort Frances, with Fr. Victor De Gagné officiating.
The pallbearers will be her grandchildren, Christopher, Tyson, Andrea, Karli, Reginald, Allan, and Brittany.
In memoriam donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 920 Tungsten St., Thunder Bay, Ont., P7B 5Z6 or to the Nathan DeGagne Trust Fund c/o TD Canada Trust in Fort Frances.
CONNIE CUTHBERTSON
It is with profound sadness that the family of Connie Marie Cuthbertson shares the news of her passing on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2014 at the Thunder Bay Regional Hospital in Thunder Bay, Ont.
NICK BATIUK
Nick Batiuk passed away peacefully, with family at his side, on Friday, Nov. 21, 2014.
He was born March 21, 1933 in Kenora, Ont. He moved to Fort Frances, Ont. in 1957.
Nick and Betty were married June 18, 1955 in Fort Frances.
Nick worked for many years on the CN telegraph and then with Bell Telephone. He then went to work in the Finishing Room in the Fort Frances paper mill, finishing his career as lead operator in the new Wood Room.
He retired after 35 years—and only then because he had a stroke.
When he was well, Nick loved to work in his garden and go to Minaki, fishing with his brother, Jackie, and wife, Exhilda.
He also loved to have coffee with his friends at McDonald’s, which he did up until three days before he passed away.
As per his wishes, there will be no funeral service and cremation has taken place.
A private burial will be held at a later date.
Nick is survived by his wife, Betty, of 59 years; two daughters, Dianna Whalen and husband, Dave, and their four children, Nicole and Dave Egan and their children, Matthew and Casey, Britainee and Jason Kellar, Ashley and Dave York, Kevin and Carly Whalen and son, Landon, and Carolynne Leimenstoll and husband, Uwe, and their children, Robert and friend, Sue, and Cayla Leimenstoll.
Nick loved his girls and all their families very much, and now to see three great-grandchildren!
He also is survived by two sisters, Mary and Annie, and two brothers, Peter and Harry, and their families.
He was predeceased by his father, Peter, and mother, Annie; brothers, Michael and wife, Linda, Johnie, Billy and wife, Emily, and Jackie and wife, Exhilda; and an infant granddaughter, Tera Leimenstoll
If friends so desire, in memoriam donations may be made to the Evangelical Covenant Church, 1027 King’s Highway, Fort Frances, Ont., P9A 2X6.
ROBERT LEE ANGUS
Robert Lee Angus passed away, with his family by his side, on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2014 at the Grey Nuns Community Hospital in Edmonton, Alta.
He is lovingly survived by his wife of 38 years, Pauline Angus; sons, Patrick (Janine) and Ryan (Jennifer); grandchildren, Zachery and Ryley; and siblings Allan, Don, Keith, Karen, Gary, Lorrie, Murdock, and Cindy.
A private service will be held in Barwick, Ont.
RUDOLPH (RUDY) MEYERS
Rudolph (Rudy) John Meyers, 78, passed away Sunday, Nov. 23, 2014 at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances, Ont.
He was predeceased by his parents, John and Mina Meyers.
Rudy lived on the family farm in Carpenter Township, from the time he was born until October of last year.
He loved farming and raised a variety of livestock and poultry. He also loved tinkering on old machinery. He often could be found at auction sales around the district.
Rudy was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Br. #99 in Emo, Ont., where he spent many evenings playing cards with his friends.
In his earlier years, Rudy drove truck for construction companies as well as logging companies, and in his later years drove snowplow for the MTO.
Rudy will be missed for his many stories. He had an incredible ability to remember times and places of particular events—even from many years ago.
As per Rudy’s wishes, there will not be a funeral.
Friends and relatives are invited to a time of fellowship on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2014 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Northridge Funeral Home in Emo.
Memories of Rudy will be presented at 11 a.m., followed by a luncheon.
In memoriam donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
