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Michael "Dusty" Addley

Michael "Dusty" Addley

Jun 25, 2025

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Michael “Dusty” Addley on June 25, 2025, at the age of 45. Born and raised in Innerkip, Ontario, Mike was a proud lifelong resident of the community he called home.

Mike was a loyal, loud, funny, and fiercely opinionated man whose passion for hockey ran deep. Whether he was cheering on his beloved...

Colin David Wilson Harbinson

Colin David Wilson Harbinson

Jun 25, 2025

John 14: 2-3 as Jesus said, “My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where...

"Jim" James Hoffer

"Jim" James Hoffer

Jun 25, 2025

“Jim” James Hoffer, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on June 25, 2025, in Kitchener, Ontario. He was 88 years old and lived a life dedicated to the land he cherished as a long-time farmer in the Drumbo-Innerkip Community.

Born on February 22, 1937, Jim's commitment to his family and community shone through his work and the relationships...

Randy William Lavigne

Randy William Lavigne

Jun 22, 2025

Lavigne, Randy William 1990 – 2025

On Sunday, June 22, 2025, Randy William Lavigne of Woodstock heroically gave his life to save his daughter while swimming in Port Burwell, Ontario.

He leaves behind his daughter Lana, parents Beth and Glenn Westendorp, Shawn and Sharon Donnelly, William Lavigne (2008) and Sue. Brother to: Robert, William, Gregory, Hannah (2017) and Joel, Vincent (Courtney), Eric...

James "Jim" Arthur Rylance

James "Jim" Arthur Rylance

Jun 22, 2025

James "Jim" Arthur Rylance, a beloved figure and cherished member of his community, passed away peacefully at Woodingford Lodge in Ingersoll, Ontario, on June 22, 2025, surrounded by love, just shy of his 95th birthday. Jim’s life journey began on November 26, 1930, and he was a remarkable testament to resilience, dedication, and the simple joys of life.

Jim's professional journey...

Walter Donald McConkey

Walter Donald McConkey

Jun 20, 2025

Walter Donald McConkey or most knew him as Don a man of adventure and dedication, passed away at Woodstock General Hospital, June 20, 2025. Born in Toronto, Ontario on August 9, 1936. Pre-deceased by Thomas (grandfather), Lizzie (grandmother) in Belfast Ireland. Walter McConkey (father) Doris (mother) and Lorraine (sister).

Walter lived a life that embodied his love of freedom and service.

Completing...

Susanne Lee Skinner

Susanne Lee Skinner

Jun 20, 2025

SKINNER, Susanne Lee (née Cork)

With grace and serenity, Susanne Lee Skinner passed away peacefully on Friday, June 20, 2025, at the age of 78, surrounded by the love of her family. Beloved wife of Teddy Skinner for 58 wonderful years, Susanne was a devoted partner and true companion in a life rich with love, laughter, and shared memories. She was...

Janet Shields

Janet Shields

Jun 20, 2025

Shields, Janet 

It is with great sadness, we announce the death of Janet Shields on June 20, 2025.

After a period of declining health, she passed peacefully with family by her side, at Woodstock General Hospital.

Janet was born January 10, 1942 to William and Janet Stewart in a small village in Ayrshire, Scotland. She was the youngest of 5 in a close-knit...

Agnes Anne Elizabeth Hutcheson

Agnes Anne Elizabeth Hutcheson

Jun 18, 2025

Agnes (German) Hutcheson

April 1, 1929 - June 18, 2025

At the age of 96, Agnes passed away peacefully in Ottawa, with her daughters, Helen Hutcheson (Don Miller) and June Ferguson (Ian Gibb) by her side. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Keith Hutcheson, in July 2022. Much loved grandmother of Paul Miller, Scott Miller (Lindsay Whitesell), Alan Miller (Jessica Carey),...

Barbara Elaine Osmond

Barbara Elaine Osmond

Jun 18, 2025

OSMOND, Barbara Elaine “Barb” (nee Naylor)

Barbara passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London on June 18, 2025 at the age of 78. A long time Employee of Canada Permanent / Canada Trust Bank and more recently with the Oxford Review and Sun Media. Barb is now reunited with her beloved husband the late Mervin Wesley Osmond (2019). Loving...

Doris Jean Swartz

Doris Jean Swartz

Jun 17, 2025

SWARTZ, Doris Jean (Fleming) passed away peacefully in her 97th year on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at Caressant Care Nursing Home in Woodstock surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of almost 70 years to the late Earl Maxwell Swartz (2017). Loving mother to Leanne (Mike) Siebenmorgen of Sparta and Scott Swartz of Woodstock. Doting grandmother to Nicole (Tom) Malcolm...

Andrew "Andy" Ison Stevens

Andrew "Andy" Ison Stevens

Jun 16, 2025

STEVENS, Andrew 'Andy' Ison

Passed away peacefully at Henley Place in London, Ontario, on Monday, June 16th, 2025 in his 91st year.

Beloved husband of the late Ruth “Elaine” (nee Calder) Stevens (2012). Cherished father to Dwayne (Ann) Stevens, Cheryl Stevens, Bonita (Randy) Stevens – Vere, and Blair (Lorrie) Stevens.

Loving “Pops” to Dana (Chad James) Bertelsen, Dawn (Dave) Hanna, Andrea (Tyler) McKay;...

Ruth Marie Hughes

Ruth Marie Hughes

Jun 15, 2025

Ruth Marie Hughes passed away peacefully on June 15, 2025, at the Caressant Care Nursing Home in her 88th year.

Ruth was married to her beloved husband, Les Hughes, for 66 joyful years. Together, they nurtured a family filled with laughter and kindness. Ruth is survived by her three daughters, Sherry (Mark) Warboys, Judy (Bill) Parker, and Stephanie (Mike) Whatley. Ruth...

Connie Pearson

Connie Pearson

Jun 14, 2025

Dorothy Constance (Connie) Pearson died peacefully in her home in Woodstock on Saturday, June 14, 2025, in her 84th year.

Connie was born in Sarnia, Ont., on March 27, 1942, the third of nine children born to and raised by Dorothy and George Disbrowe.

Connie met Arthur Pearson, the enduring love of her life, at a Sauble Beach dance in the summer...

Nicholas 'Nik' Anthony Brian Penny

Nicholas 'Nik' Anthony Brian Penny

Jun 13, 2025

With broken hearts, we announce the passing of Nicholas Anthony Brian Penny, more affectionately known as Nik, on Friday, June 13th, 2025 in his 33rd year. 

He was reunited with his most favourite person in the world, his momma/granny Judy Penny(2014). Nik left behind his loving son Rowan Banks and his wife Karlie, his crazy mom Christine Penny and stepmom Tracey,...

Harold Herbert 'Herb" Oldford

Harold Herbert 'Herb" Oldford

Jun 12, 2025

Harold Herbert Oldford “Herb”

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Harold Herbert Oldford, affectionately known as “Herb,” who peacefully departed this life on June 12, 2025, in Woodstock, Ontario, with his beloved wife of 58 years, Wanda Oldford, by his side. Herb was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and friend, whose presence will...

Jill Elizabeth Clowes

Jill Elizabeth Clowes

Jun 11, 2025

Surrounded by the love of her family, Jill passed away at Woodstock Hospital on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at the age of 70. Beloved wife and best friend of David Clowes, sharing 48 years of marriage. Loving mother of Heidi Paterson (Geoff) and Penny Zinger (Jeremy) and best friend and Grandma of Owen and Hayden. Cherished daughter of Max and...

Roger Ivan Kuntze

Roger Ivan Kuntze

Jun 9, 2025

Roger Ivan Kuntze

May 23, 1957 -  June 9, 2025

Predeceased by Irvine (Father, d. 2004) and Dorothy (Mother, d. 2021)

Survived by brothers Allen (Helen) and Gordon (Susan), niece Amanda (Duncan), nephew Andrew (Rachel), great niece Elcy, great nephew Nate, niece Kathryn (Spencer), great niece Lina, niece Shelby (Tim), and niece Taylor.

Roger attended Elementary school at Huron Park P.S. and D.M. Sutherland...

Richard "Rick" Stewart

Richard "Rick" Stewart

Jun 9, 2025

Rick Stewart, passed away peacefully on Monday June 9th, 2025 at Woodstock General Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer in his 78th year. 

Rick is survived by his beloved wife Judy of 47 years, loving father to daughter Jennifer Leversage (Matt) who was the light of his life, and very proud Grandpa to Reid, Lane and Nash Leversage that always...

Paul Leo Urquhart

Paul Leo Urquhart

Jun 8, 2025

Paul passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully, in his sleep at home on Sunday, June 8, 2025 at the age of 68. Dear husband and best friend of Joanne (nee Kovacs), with whom he celebrated 50 years of marriage in January. Proud father of Kelly, Kerri (Nathan), Kory (Sylvia) and Kim and Grandpa of Xander, Renoa and Jasper. Beloved son of...

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