Local obituaries for Brock & Visser Funeral Home
Denise Helen Watling
Dec 9, 2025
Denise Watling, born on June 19, 1988, in Woodstock, Ontario, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2025. Denise's presence in the world was marked by her creative spirit and a deep appreciation for music, which resonated with all who knew her. She had a remarkable ability to bring joy to those around her, nurtured by her loving and caring nature.
As...
Isabell McMillan
Dec 9, 2025
Isabell McMillan, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2025, at the age of 86 in her beloved hometown of Woodstock, Ontario. Born on June 5, 1939.
Raised in the nurturing surroundings of Woodstock, Isabell wed her beloved husband, Robert McMillan, on June 21, 1958. Together, they created a warm and welcoming home filled with memories...
Walter "Wally" Ernest Harcourt
Dec 9, 2025
Walter "Wally" Ernest Harcourt, a cherished father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, left this world on December 9, 2025, at the age of 87 in Ingersoll, Ontario. Born on July 24, 1938, in Woodstock, Ontario, Wally was a man who embraced life with a generous spirit and a heart full of love.
Wally's life was filled with simple joys—he found comfort in enjoying...
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...
Alan Cecil Walker
Dec 5, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of a loved husband, father, grandfather, and brother. Al is survived by his loving wife Lynn, his son Ethan (Tanya), and daughter Megan (Jeremy). There was nothing more special to Al than his grandchildren, Hannah, Lincoln, Leah, Beau and Russell. Al is also survived by his two sisters, Norma (John)...
Beryl Cole
Dec 5, 2025
Cole, Beryl
Passed away on December 5, 2025, in her 100th year in Ingersoll, Ontario. Formally of Thorndale Beryl was the beloved wife of the late Frank Cole (2004). Loved mother of James “Jim” (Karen) Cole and Fern (Tom) Penstone. Dear grandmother of Andrew, Daniel (Shawntelle) and Cameron Penstone and Meleah Silverthorn.
Beryl was predeceased by her son Harold (2016) and his...
Terrence Reginald Hook
Dec 4, 2025
Terrence “Terry” Hook
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Terrence (Terry) Hook, a much-loved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Terry leaves behind his loving wife, Lynda, and was a devoted father to Tyler (Jennifer) and Travis. He was a very special Poppa to his treasured grandchildren Cerys, Eily, and Rory, who brought him immeasurable joy.
Terry is...
Nancy Anne Town
Dec 4, 2025
Nancy Anne Town
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear mother Nancy Town 2 days shy of her 90th birthday.
She was a loving mother to Dave, Brian (Kelly) and Carol (Edwin). She was a proud Grannie to Andrew (Jen), Chris (Heather), Drew, Paul and Dan, Great Grannie to Connor and Zack. Mom volunteered for many...
Shirley Jane Mitchell
Dec 4, 2025
Mitchell, Shirley Jane
Passed away December 4, 2025, at Woodstock Hospital at 88 years of age
Beloved wife of Ken for over 70 years
Dear mother of Catherine (Fred) Sinke, Janet (late Joe) McCabe and daughter-in-law Nicole Mitchell. Predeceased by son Don and grandson Danny
Loving grandmother of Sarah (Tim), Shellee (Kyle), Jolene (Devon), Ryan (Ashley), Steven (Megan), Jennifer (Shawn), Crissy (Nelson), Joey (Amie)
Missed...
Michael John Schlieman
Dec 3, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Michael John Schlieman, a cherished partner, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who departed this world on December 3, 2025, at Woodstock Hospital. Born on October 13, 1955, Michael lived a life marked by unwavering dedication, a generous spirit, and deep connections with those around him.
Mike leaves behind his loving partner, Angela Van...
Elsie Bernice Lottie Gunter
Dec 2, 2025
Surrounded by her loving family, Elsie passed away peacefully at the Woodstock General Hospital on December 2, 2025. Elsie Bernice Lottie Gunter (Piggott) was in her 95th year.
Loving wife to Leo Gunter (2000) of 50 years, sister of Joyce Govier (Ken), stepsister of Pete Piggott (Baer)(Norma).
Elsie was a loving Mother who cherished her children, John and wife (Cindy), David, Patricia,...
Ryan Christopher Jenkin
Dec 1, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Ryan on December 1st, at the age of 43. He lived the past 20 years on his terms after a traumatic brain injury changed his life forever. Ryan's world was cut too short after a prolonged seizure caused a cardiac arrest while he was walking home from a...
Julie Hartviksen
Nov 29, 2025
Julie Hartviksen, a beloved nurse, devoted spouse, loving mother and grandmother and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on August 4, 1938, in Allenwood Co. Kildaire Ireland to Richard and Julia Brennan. Julie's nursing journey began at Whittington Hospital in London, England, where she trained. With a compassionate heart and an...
Bernice Joyce Haynes
Nov 25, 2025
HAYNES, BERNICE, JOYCE (NEE BRAGG)
Passed away peacefully at Woodstock General Hospital Palliative Care with her loving family by her side on November 25 at the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late Keith Haynes for 65 years. Dear mother of Ron Haynes from Hamilton and Dianne Chambers and her husband Glen from Embro. Loving Grandmother of Jolene Seip (Trevor),...
Barbara Jean Wilson-Bird
Nov 23, 2025
Barbara Jean Wilson-Bird
Nov 7, 1945 – Nov 23, 2025
Barbie passed away peacefully after a brief illness at Caressant Care Nursing Home in Woodstock, two weeks after her 80th birthday.
Born in London, Ontario, she was the only child of George Stirling “Kelly” Wilson (Feb 2001), and Bessie Ann Murray (Nov, 1992).
Growing up she was surrounded by many aunts, uncles, cousins, horses...
William "Bill" George Taylor
Nov 21, 2025
William George Taylor known lovingly as Bill passed away unexpectedly surrounded by his loved ones on Friday, November 21st, at 2:18 p.m. at London Victoria Hospital.
Bill is deeply loved by his daughters Angela Pierce (Brad) and Charlene Gullons (Doug).
He will be forever cherished by his grandchildren: Shelby, Ethan, Cheyenne, Abigail, Douglas, Calob, Tristan, Breanna, Landon, and Leland,
and by his great-grandchildren:...
Jack Scott
Nov 21, 2025
John Scott, born on August 18, 1934, departed this life on November 21, 2025, leaving behind a legacy rich in love and cherished moments. He was a devoted husband to Mauna for 43 wonderful years, demonstrating what it truly means to be a loving partner and confidant.
He is survived by his children Trudy (Jeff) Davis, and the late Dean John...
Brian Andrew Holden
Nov 20, 2025
It is with profound sadness that the family of Brian Andrew Holden announces his passing. Brian was born on January 8, 1967, in Ingersoll, Ontario, proudly sharing a birthday with Elvis Presley, a fact he always enjoyed sharing with anyone, into the loving home of George and Mary Holden. The youngest of ten children, Brian grew up surrounded by the...
John Strachan
Nov 19, 2025
John Strachan, a cherished husband, father, brother, uncle, great uncle and friend, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2025, at Southlake Regional Hospital in Newmarket, Ontario. He was born in Hamilton, Ontario, on September 7, 1943, where he made his mark as the first set of triplets to survive in Hamilton Hospital alongside his brothers, Don and Tom. Growing up...
Marie "Rachelle" Moffatt
Nov 16, 2025
Marie Barbara Adele Rachelle Moffatt passed away Sunday November 16th, 2025, surrounded by friends and family at Sakura House in Woodstock, Ontario. Rachelle was born November 9th, 1971, in Ottawa, Ontario and passed at the age of 54. She was a loved mother, daughter, partner, and friend whose time here will be forever remembered, and she will be dearly missed...
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