BAILEY, Robbie “Rob” – Peacefully at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, surrounded by family on Sunday, September 29th, 2013 at the age of 56. A resident of Blenheim, Rob is survived by his mother Bernice Filby (Sam) of Northwood, his brothers Ron Bailey (Anna) of Blenheim, and Randy Bailey (Linda) of Kamloops, B.C.; by his step-sisters Charlene Meredith of Keswick and Chrissie Filby (Fred) of Chatham, step-brother Randy Filby of Toronto, his son Ryan Bailey of Blenheim, Erica Gullekson and Trevor Gudmonson of Alberta and several nieces and nephews as well as several great nieces and nephews. Rob is survived by his life long friends Grant Smith, Dean Gordon and Jacob Burk. Rob is predeceased by his father, Frank, and his brother Ric (2012). Rob retired from Navistar after 32 years of service. Cremation has taken place. Relatives and friends will be received for a Celebration of Rob’s life at the McKinlay Funeral Home, 141 Park Street, Blenheim at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 5, 2013. Donations made in memory of Rob to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. McKinlay Funeral Home, 141 Park Street, Blenheim, Ontario, 519-676-3451.
Marin, Marie Therese “Lisette” of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
Posted on September 28, 2013
With great regret and heartfelt sadness we announce the death of Marie Therese Marin, known as Lisette to many, after a brief struggle with cancer. Lisette Marin of Sault Ste. Marie in her 57th year. Loving mother of Mikey, Marty, Billie Jo (Ted) and Ashly all of Sault Ste. Marie. Special Grandma Lu. Dear daughter of the late Willie and Helena Marin and daughter-in-law of Church and Marlene Evans. Sadly missed by her brothers and sisters Ron (Debbie), Jeannine, Aliette, Andre (Lanel), Odette (Andre), Elaine (Larry), Roger, Nicole (Chris), Claire (Garry), Bert (Barb) and the late Claude, Adrien, Arnold, Huguette, Jean Guy and Geiven and sister-in-law of Rose and Darlena. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Lisette’s spirit was legendary and her charity and kindness infinite. Friends may call at the Beggs Funeral Home, Thessalon on Tuesday October 1, 2013 from 11am until time of service in the chapel at 1 o’clock followed by cremation. Donations to ARCH in Lisette’s memory gratefully accepted. Special thank to Dr Sharon Buehner and the staff of Arch. We are so thankful to them for the assistance they provided on Lisette’s journey. Thanks also to the staff at Bayshore for their amazing services, Dr. Andronowski, Dr. Spadafora and the nurses on 3B and C of the Sault Area Hospital
McLean, John Alan of Blind River, Ontario
Peacefully, after a brief illness, at the Blind River District Health Centre on Thursday September 26, 2013. Alan McLean in his 94th year, beloved husband of Gwen of Blind River for 64 years. Loving father of Susan Rivard (Ray) of Blezard Valley, David McLean (Carol) and John McLean both of Sault Ste. Marie, Keith McLean and Judy Laframboise (Ron) of Blind River, Amy Doussept (Rob) of Chapleau and Jamie McLean (Shelley) of Blind River. Special grandfather to 8 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Dear brother of Mary Allen of Iron Bridge, Nancy Collins (Jim) of Blind River and the late Donald McLean and Gertrude Robb. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Alan had a keen interest in the history of Blind River and shared it through his many articles in the Elliot Lake Standard. He was a trustee on the North Shore Board of Education for many years. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will take place at St. Andrew’s United Church on Wednesday October 2, 2013 at 11 o’clock with The Reverend Dr. Paul Stemp officiating. A reception will follow in the church hall. Donations to the Blind River District Health Centre or St. Andrew`s United Church gratefully accepted. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Menard Funeral Home, Blind River, Ontario.
HAMILTON, Robert (Bob) of Elora, formerly of Elmira
Hamilton, BobRobert (Bob) Hamilton – of Elora, formerly of Elmira, passed away at Groves Memorial Community Hospital, Fergus on Tuesday September 24, 2013 at the age of 70.
Remembered by his children Tammy and Chris Campbell and their children Anna and Stephanie, Mike and Marsha Hamilton and their children Cole and Lucy, all of British Columbia. Dear brother of Judy and Bill Dunnell of Trowbridge, Doug Hamilton of Elmira, Marg and Frank Young of Goderich, Gus and Janine Hamilton of Mitchell, David Hamilton of Listowel. Fondly remembered by Carman and Ruth Ruppel, many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Jack and Dorothy (Tindall) Hamilton, brothers Clifford in infancy and Barry, brother-in-law Bob Mathers and sister-in-law Laurie Hamilton.
In keeping with Bob’s wishes, there will be no visitation. A family service will take place at a later date.
As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of choice appreciated by the family.
Arrangements entrusted to Brenneman Funeral Home, Atwood (519-356-2382)
Seabrook, Blanche R. (Burrows) of Thessalon, Ontario
It is with sorrow that the family of Blanche announces her passing on Monday September 23, 2013 at Algoma Manor, Thessalon at the age of 90. She was a resident of the Manor for 13 ˝ years. Predeceased by her husband Jim (July 1986) and daughter Lois (August 2011), grandson Don (2008), many brothers and sisters-in-law. She is survived by her daughter Evelyn (Rick) of Richmond Hill and son Wes (Colleen) of Sault Ste. Marie, her sister Rosemary of Bruce Mines, 4 sisters-in-law and two brothers-in-law. Also survived by seven grandchildren, several great grandchildren and great great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Funeral service at the Beggs Funeral Home, Thessalon on Wednesday September 25, 2013 at 11 o’clock with Dave Seabrook officiating . Interment in Wharncliffe Cemetery. Donations to Algoma Manor Charitable Foundation gratefully accepted. The family would like to thank all of the staff at Algoma Manor for doing everything humanly possible to keep her comfortable for the last two months. Thank you to Dr Heather Blois for taking care of all her medical complications for many years.
Wade, Ethel Jane – Services at Fawcett Funeral Home, Flesherton
Ethel wade passed September 11, 2013. Services from Fawcett Funeral Home, Flesherton.
Peacefully at Residential Hospice of Grey-Bruce in Owen sound on Wednesday, September 11, 2013 of Flesherton, in her 87th year. Ethel Martin was the beloved wife of the late Ted Wade. Loving mother of Larry and his wife Shirley of Flesherton and Linda Teeter and her husband Allan Down of Annan. Loved and remembered by her grandchildren Michael (Juliet), A.J. (Amy) and Adam (Heather) Teeter, Sherry (Jon) Cordeau-Hilliard, Sabrina, Samantha Wade, step-grandchildren Jeff, Brent (Leslie) and Chris Down. Sadly missed by great grandchildren Kyrsten, Ethan, Kaylee, Riley and step-great grandchildren Destinee, Aailah and Avery. Dear sister to Fred Martin of Meaford, Marion Copeland of St. Catherines, sister in-law Kay Martin of Southampton. Predeceased by parents Oliver and Grace Martin, brothers Elgin and Norman and sister Mildred Martin. The family will receive friends at the Fawcett Funeral Home, Flesherton on Friday, September 13 from 7-9 p.m. and Saturday from 10 until the time of service at 11 a.m. Interment at Lakeview Cemetery, Meaford. Memorial contributions to the Residential Hospice of Grey-Bruce or the Owen Sound Regional Hospital Foundation would be gratefully appreciated.
Pennock, Mr Barrie of Bruce Mines, Ontario
At his residence in Bruce Mines on Wednesday September 11, 2013, Barrie Pennock in his 71st year. Loving father of Neil Pennock (Jen) of Bruce Mines and Paul of Sault Ste, Marie. Barrie retired as an ironworker at Algoma Steel after many years of service. Barrie will be remembered as a master builder and among his accomplishments was building the his sailboat, Karma. Cremation has taken place and his ashes will be taken by his son to be placed where he loved it best. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Beggs Funeral Home, Thessalon, Ontario.
“I would rather regret the things I’ve done than not to have done them at all.” Dad, When the wind is in my sails I will think of you always, love Neil.
DOUGLAS, O. Kenneth of Petrolia
Born on October 20, 1934, KEN DOUGLAS passed away, with his loved one’s by his side, at C.E.E. Hospital of Bluewater Health, Petrolia on Saturday, September 14, 2013 in his 79th year. He was the son of Russell and Rose Douglas. A father to Russell Myers and Leighann LaFrance of British Columbia. Loving companion of Fern Baker and her children Linda (the late Rick 2006) Roberts, Janie (the late Bob 2006) Webster, and Bill and Margaret Baker, her nine grandchildren (the late Meghan Baker-Warner 2010) and twelve great grandchildren. At Ken’s request, no funeral or visitation will be held. Please join Ken’s family and friends to celebrate his life on Sunday, September 22, 2013 at from 2 to 5 and Black Creek Golf Course, 4360 South Plank Rd., Oil Springs. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations, may be made by cheque to the Canadian Cancer Society (www.cancer.ca) or C.E.E. Hospital Foundation and can be arranged by contacting Needham Jay Funeral Home (519) 882-0100.
Seabrook, Diana (Martineau) of Iron Bridge, Ontario
May 29, 1936 – September 11, 2013
After a brief illness, at Health Sciences North, Sudbury on Wednesday September 11, 2013. Diana Seabrook of Iron Bridge in her 78th year, beloved wife of Donald Seabrook for 58 years. Loving mother of Vonnie Eveleigh (friend Kim Moore) of Agnus, Kathy Stevenson (Terry) of Burlington and Judy Lang (Andrew) of Oakville. Special Grandma to Tyler, Devin, Dexter, Lindsay, Christopher and Alicia. Dear daughter of the late William and Cloie Martineau. Dear sister of the late Douglas Martineau, Garnet Martineau, Kenneth Martineau, Wilma Williams and Dorothy Lannigan. Dear sister-in-law Leona Devin and the late Glenn Seabrook. Loving Aunt to 23 nieces and nephews. Diana was born and raised in Thessalon. She married Don at the age of 19 in 1955 and spent three years in France while Don was serving with the Airforce, before returning to Canada in 1960. After spending 25 years in New Liskeard they returned for retirement to Iron Bridge to be closer to friends, family and loved ones. Diana was a people person. She had an immense love of her family which extended to her grandchildren and her nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Beggs Funeral Home, Thessalon on Sunday September 15, 2013 from 7 to 9pm. Funeral service in the funeral home chapel on Monday September 16, 2013 at 2 o’clock followed by interment in Maple Ridge Cemetery. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation gratefully accepted.
