Local obituaries for Brock & Visser Funeral Home
Paul Russell Whitson
Jan 17, 2026
Paul Russell Whitson, 69, of Thamesford, ON, passed away January 17, 2026 after a courageous battle with Mantle Cell Lymphoma, surrounded by family and holding his beloved wife Colleen’s hand.
Paul was born August 29, 1956 in Edinburgh, Scotland to Abraham James & Edith Whitson. Paul, who was named after his grandmothers, Margaret Paul and Ann Russell, was blessed with his...
Phil Seymour
Dec 22, 2025
Philip (Phil) Seymour
Number One Toronto Blue Jays fan, Philip Seymour, crossed home plate on December 22, 2025, just three weeks short of his 94th birthday in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Phil was predeceased by several family members. Most recently, his wife, Pauline, and daughter Lisa in 2021. Also predeceased by his parents, Bob and Alice, and brothers, Donny, Jimmy, and Tom. Survived by...
Richard Alan Fanning
Dec 7, 2025
Richard Alan Fanning passed away peacefully on December 7, 2025, at VON Sakura House in Woodstock, at the age of 76, surrounded by love and family. Richard’s greatest joy was the deep love he shared for 33 years with his soulmate, confidant, and adored wife, Kimberly. He leaves behind Kimberly; his cherished daughter Ashley DeRosa (Joel McIver) of Edmonton; his...
Barbara Jean Kleiner
Jan 17, 2026
Barbara Jean (nee Workman) Kleiner
Passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Woodstock Hospital with dignity and a deep sense of peace surrounded by the people she loved most in this world. She leaves behind her best friend and beloved spouse of 46 years Gerry Kleiner. Barb was mother to two amazing children Jerry (Mary Beth Start) Kleiner and Lindsay...
Pauline Isobel Mattson
Jan 17, 2026
Pauline Isobel Mattson passed away peacefully at Caressant Care, Woodstock on January 17th, 2026 in her 100th year. Predeceased by her parents Glen and Verna Rowe and loving husband of 57 years, Donald Mattson. Dear mother of Mary Jane Iutzi and her husband Edward of Strathroy, Dave and his wife Judy of Oxford Centre, Wendy Smyth and her husband David...
Gordon Rodwell
Jan 16, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the death of Gordon Frederick Rodwell. Went to be with Jesus on Friday January 16, 2026, at Woodstock Hospital at the age of 89. Cherished Husband of Helen of 18 years
Devoted father of Larry and his wife Shirley and daughter Sue Rodwell and chosen daughters Nancy Hagerman and Cherie Hagerman, He...
Janny Bergman
Jan 14, 2026
Surrounded by nieces and nephews, Janny (Janna) Bergman (Brink) entered into Eternal Glory to be with her Lord and Saviour, on Wednesday, January 14th, 2026. Janny was the loving wife of late John Bergman (2024) for 71 years and loving mother to the late Patricia Jeanette Bergman.
Janny was predeceased by her parents Pieter and Jentje Brink and brother, Roelof Brink...
Donald Joseph Ivan Gaudet
Jan 14, 2026
Donald Gaudet, aged 83, of Woodstock, Ontario, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2026, surrounded by his family. Born on November 20th, 1942 in New Brunswick, Don loved to play golf and enjoyed many games with friends and family.
Don is survived by his wife Jane of 56 years whom he cherished and adored; children Gavin (Siri), and Carrie (Chris). Grandchildren,...
Andrew James Force
Jan 12, 2026
Andrew James Force
March 12, 2003 – January 12, 2026
Andrew James Force of Woodstock, Ontario, passed away on January 12, 2026, at the tender age of 22. Born on March 12, 2003, Andrew was a bright light in the lives of many, touching hearts with his unique personality, creativity, and remarkable talents.
Following a serious car accident, Andrew endured a courageous and...
Alfriede Marquardt
Jan 12, 2026
Alfriede Marquardt, a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2026, at Caressant Care.
Alfriede was known for her remarkable talent in finding four-leaf clovers, a symbol of luck that she cherished throughout her life. Her passion for gardening was evident in the lush plants and vibrant flowers that adorned her home. She took great pride in...
Judy Lane
Jan 10, 2026
Judith “Judy” Ann Lane (nee Kerr), in her 78th year
It is with great sadness that the family of Judy will miss the most caring, giving, and wonderful lady. Judy is predeceased by her parents, George Russell “Pat” Kerr and Cathleen Rose “Kay” Kerr (nee Hodigo). Judy was cherished by her late husband Edward “Ted” Lane and by her late partner,...
Mervin Andrew Paul Dagenais
Jan 9, 2026
Mervin Andrew Paul Dagenais passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and family. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Gwendolyn (2018), and his son, Jamie (2017).
He was a loving father to Mark (Jane), Tim, and Shawn (Lisa), and a cherished grandfather to Lance, Loreal, Landen, Luna, Aaron, Matt, Brandon, Brittany, Justin, and Josh. He was also...
Johannes "John" DeBoer
Jan 9, 2026
"That whoever believes in Him may have eternal life." John 3:15
Johannes "John" DeBoer, beloved husband, father, and opa, passed away on January 9, 2026, at Woodingford Lodge, Woodstock, after a long battle with dementia.
He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Wendy (Wijke) De Boer, and their four sons, Vincent (Sandra), Arnold (Heather), Peter (Liesbeth), and Elco (Christie)....
Sharon Rose Fuller
Jan 9, 2026
Sharon passed away peacefully with her family by her side on January 9, 2026 at 82 years of age in Ingersoll, Ontario
Sharon was predeceased by her parents, Albert and Kathleen Duvall, and by her husbands Robert William Skinner (1986) and Anthony Bosman (1998).
She will be deeply missed by her husband, William George Fuller. She leaves behind her children William Timothy...
Edward Metherell
Jan 8, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Edward “Ted” Sidney Metherell on January 8, 2026 at Woodstock Hospital in his 88th year. Ted was born on November 22, 1938 to the late Edward & Florence “Maggie” (Hemmings) Metherell.
He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Lynn (Scott) Metherell. Together they raised 4 children: Edward...
Cecilly Frances Hey
Jan 5, 2026
Cecilly Frances Hardwick
August 10, 1941 – January 5, 2026
Cecilly Frances Hardwick was born in Woodstock, Ontario, to Agnes and Ken Hardwick. She was a proud graduate of the Hamilton General Hospital School of Nursing, a title she carried with pride throughout her life.
Cecilly shared a loving marriage of sixty-three years with her husband, Brian. Together they moved to Hamilton, settling...
Elizabeth Champeau
Jan 5, 2026
Champeau, Elizabeth F. – At Woodstock Hospital on January 5th 2026.
Elizabeth “Betty” Champeau of Woodstock in her 81st year, beloved wife of the late Roland “Guy” Champeau (2015). Cherished Mother of Roland (Stephanie), Philip (Wei), Edwin (Jessica) and Cecile (Terry) Hoare. Fun Grandma to Brittany (Matthew), Brandon, Christopher (Courtaney), Johnathan (Jess), Catherine (Philippe), Shelby (Adam), Joseph (Irene), Philip (Aurora), Ella...
Shane James Bailey
Jan 2, 2026
Shane James Bailey, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2026, at the age of 67 in London, Ontario. Born on May 10, 1958, in Woodstock, Ontario.
Shane was the cherished son of Arlene Bailey (nee Penny) and the late Reginald Bailey, who predeceased him in 2010. He grew up alongside his sisters, Michele Fulkerson...
James Adrian Oud
Jan 1, 2026
James (Jim) Adrian Oud of Woodstock, Ontario, long time resident of Tillsonburg, passed away peacefully on Jan 1st, 2026 surrounded by his loving sons after a battle with cancer. Jim was 71 when he passed.
Proceeding Jim in death were his parents, Adrian Gerald and Catharina Johanna (Sym) Oud of Tilsonburg. Also proceeding Jim in death was the love of his...
James Leslie
Dec 30, 2025
James R. Leslie, 89, passed away peacefully at Sakura House in Woodstock on December 30th, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born in Waterloo County, Ontario, on April 12th, 1936, to parents Emerson Leslie and Victoria (Atkins) Leslie. James is survived by his loving wife and partner of 70 years, Dorothy (Stoakley) Leslie, with whom he...
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