A sweet and gentle soul who loved hockey, family gatherings and time with friends, Joseph Robert Leach, 28, of Walkerton, died unexpectedly on July 11, 2024. Joe was born in Kincardine in 1996 to Bruce Leach and Suzanne Cotnam. He treasured his strong bond with his dad and was a fierce protector and loving alter…
Christine (Stortz) Elliott
Peacefully and surrounded by her family, Christine passed on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 in her 57th year. Devoted mother to her children Spencer (Vicky), Sarah (Spike), and step-sons Aydin and Ethan. Loving wife to Steve (Bob and Linda), and cherished daughter of Bill and Pat Stortz. She will be deeply missed by her brothers Bill…
Hendrik ‘Henry’ Hiemstra
Hendrik ‘Henry’ Hiemstra, formerly of Listowel, passed away at Knollcrest Lodge, Milverton, surrounded by his children, on Saturday, July 20, 2024, in his 104th year. Dear husband of the late Pietje ‘Patricia’ (Hovius) Hiemstra in 1993. Loved father of Corrie Bonsma, Bill & Martha Hiemstra, and Edith & Andrew Thalen, all of Listowel, Elizabeth &…
Cindy McTavish
Cindy Lee (Scott) McTavish of Listowel passed away on Monday, July 8, 2024 in her 62nd year. Wife of Barry McTavish. Mother of Tracey & Andrew Van Loo of Owen Sound, and Nan of Jade, Hadlee, and Karsyn. Daughter of Bill Scott of Listowel and the late Dorothy (Hill) Scott, and sister of Everett &…
Justin Laverty
Justin Curtis Laverty, age 29, of Stratford passed away suddenly on July 11, 2024. Justin is the loving son of Janet Laverty, Brent Barker (Roxanne), step father Allen Lichty (Heather). Brother of Morgan Lichty, Lucas Barat, Aubrey Vail, Robbie Barker, Brandon Barker, Sadie Barker, Aaron Lichty. Grandson of Bernie and Linda Laverty, Janice Barker, Norman…
Shirley MacLeod
At Wingham & District Hospital on Wednesday, July 10th, 2024, Shirley MacLeod formerly of Wingham and Tiverton, passed away in her 80th year. Devoted wife of Doug MacLeod for fifty-six years. Shirley will be missed by her children; Beverley & Barry Walker, Janette & David Brankley and Murray MacLeod and their families. She will be…
Robert “Bob” Zister
April 23, 1937 – July 12, 2024 Robert “Bob” Zister, cherished family man and dedicated sports enthusiast passed away, surrounded by family, on July 12, 2024, at the age of 87. His life was marked by extraordinary achievements in sports, was a respected businessman in the community and known for his dedication and integrity. Born…
Arlene Marie (nee Rettinger) Orvis
1934 – 2024 Passed away peacefully at Innisfree House, Kitchener on Friday, July 5, 2024, at the age of 89. Beloved wife of the late William “Bill” Orvis (2012). Loving mother of Katherine (Fraser) Matheson and Nancy Orvis-Korn. Loving mother of Katherine (Fraser) Matheson and Nancy Orvis-Korn. Cherished grandmother of Nathan (Riikka) Matheson, Victoria (Samih)…
Bev Smith
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Beverley Morton Smith of Elk Lake, and formerly of Listowel, on Saturday, June 29, 2024, in his 76th year. Beloved husband of Barbara (Ruddy) Smith for 48 years. Proud father of Bryan Smith & wife Frances, and Jennifer Smith, and grandfather of Jack. Survived also…
John Marcoux
John (Paul) Marcoux passed away in his home in Kurtzville with his family at his side, on Thursday, July 11, 2024, after a battle with vascular dementia. He was 71. Husband of Linda (Lafontaine) Marcoux. Father of Amy & Matthew Klumpenhouwer of Kurtzville, Tammy Ashley of Gorrie, and Jonathan & Meghan Marcoux of Dundalk, and…
