Alma Olive ‘Jean’ Vail
Jean Vail, formerly of Collingwood Township, Jean passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones at the Meaford General Hospital on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 in her 85th year.
Born in Collingwood, the only sibling to be born in a hospital of 14 children, Jean was the youngest daughter of the late Norman & Annie Weatherall.
She was predeceased by her husband of 50 years Lorne Vail (February 19, 2007).
Jean was the loving mother of Don (Evonne), Brad (Janice), Brian (Lynn) and Kevin (Theresa).
She was predeceased by her son Dennis and will be remembered by his partner Cathy Robertson.
Jean was the much-loved Gramma of Jason (Lindsey), Ryan (Bryanna), Rebecca (Austin), Travis, Gavin, James (Anik), Sarah, Erin (Matt), Andrew and proud great-Gramma of Ainsley & Aubrey; Violet, Bryson & Sayge; Brooke & Wesley, and Wade & Everett.
She is survived by her sister Winnifred Bowins (late Lloyd) and her brother Al (Alberta), and sister-in-law Leora (late Cliff Blacklock and Joe Boyd).
Jean was predeceased by her siblings Norval (Dolsie), Dalton (Fern), Merle Brooks (Doug), Lorne (Joyce), Stanley (Dorothy), Wilbert (Helen & Suzanne), Mabel Bowen (Bill), Bessie Binns (Mike), and Lorne’s siblings Doris McGowan (Keith), Jack Vail (Naomi), Leighton Vail (Freda) and will be remembered as a special aunt to her many nieces and nephews and their families.
She was fiercely independent and lived at home until she was unable. Jean loved listening to her brother Al perform locally with his wife Alberta and loved attending “Sunday Jams” where she would listen to country music and enjoyed dancing. Jean and Lorne raised their 5 children on their farm in Clarksburg which is still owned by family today. They would often attend the Fiddlefest, horse racing and loved to go to Casinos.
Thank you to Dr. Klages for her care, as well as Jean’s homecare nurses Carrie and David and her PSW Jill and especially the staff at the Meaford Hospital for making her final days comfortable.
A funeral service will be conducted at the Meaford United Church on Thursday, December 28, 2023 at 11:00 a.m., with visiting the hour prior to service. Private service of committal and interment at Lakeview Cemetery in Meaford.
As your expression of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Kidney Foundation or the Meaford Hospital Foundation would be appreciated and may be made through the Ferguson Funeral Home, 48 Boucher St. E., Meaford, ON N4L 1B9 to whom arrangements have been entrusted.
Ada Laurine Styles
Ada Laurine Styles (nee Aljoe), longtime resident of Durham, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Friday, December 22nd, 2023 in her 87th year.
Beloved wife of Harry Styles for 67 years. Loving mother of Randy Styles, Luanne and her husband Mike Hayes, Patricia Styles, Carolyn Styles, and Angela and her husband John Bryan. Proud grandmother of Candice, Leah (Greg), Brilyn (Andrew), Darcy (Kirby), Lindsay (Kyle), Evan (Tiffany), Troy, Jodi (Jamie), Jessica (Matt), Emily (Michael), Jacob, Matthew, and Matayia and proud great-grandmother of 14. Dear sister of Sharon Burgess, Beatrice and Harmut Ridderbusch, Helen Smith, and sister-in-law of Betty Aljoe.
Predeceased by her daughter-in-law Pam Styles, her siblings Evelyn Patterson, Vernon Aljoe, Lorna Zaduk, William Aljoe, Arthur Aljoe, Norma Barrett, Murray Aljoe, and Doreen Fryer.
Ada adored her family and her family was her life. She was a hard worker, she was a mainstay at the Riviera Restaurant in Durham, she operated the cafeteria at Durham Furniture, and she was a longtime member of the Legion Ladies Auxiliary.
A memorial service celebrating Ada’s life will be held at the Durham Legion, 271 Bruce Street North, Durham on Thursday, December 28th at 2 p.m., with visitation prior to the service from 12 – 1:45 p.m. Spring interment of cremated remains at Durham Cemetery.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation or SickKids Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
Arrangements entrusted to the McCulloch-Watson Funeral Home, Durham.
Archiue Graham
Passed peacefully at Lakeridge Health Ajax Pickering on June 19, with family by his side, at the age of 70.
Predeceased by his father Robert, and mother, Fern. Loving father to Melanie and Robert(Meghan).
Proud grandpa of Ariana, Ellie and Everly. Dearly remembered by his sister Vivian(the late Gene). Uncle to Jamie(Colleen) and Jason(Sarah), and great uncle to Shannon, Ryan and Makenzie.
Archie will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by all of his extended family and friends.
In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place and a celebration of Archie's life will be held at a later date, and details will be published as soon as they are available.
If desired, memorial donations to the heart and Stroke Foundation(heartandstroke.ca), Diabetes Association(diabetes.ca) or Lakeridge Health Foundation(lhfoundation.ca) are greatly appreciated.
Alan Hayes
14 FEBRUARY, 1956 – 18 JUNE, 2024
Passed away peacefully on June 18th 2024 at Sunnybrook Hospital, at age 68.
Alan will be lovingly remembered by his wife Dorthy Stephens and his children Cassandra (Dwight), Lucas (Trishan), and Lindsey (Luke), and step-children Shan and Kyle.
A loving papa to his grandchildren Marlye, the late Ginelle, Khalil, Savannah, Landyn, Camryn, Addy, and Kennedy. Fondly remembered by siblings Ian (Kathy), Gina (Pete), and Larry (Melita).
He will be missed by former wife Alice. Alan was also blessed by many loving great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Alan dedicated 25 years of his working life to children and families in crisis.
He was active in his community, including local politics and the PC Party of Canada.
Alan grew up as a great track athlete and wrestler. He continued in his adult life to be actively involved in Youth Track and Field and the Durham XL's track club. He was a sports enthusiast of all kinds and a fanatic Toronto Maple Leafs fan. If the Leafs make it to the Cup next year, we can attribute it to Alan's ongoing support from the other side.
A Celebration of Life will be held upstairs at Riley's Pub (104 King Street East, Oshawa) on Monday June 24th from 3:30-7:30pm.
Arrangements with COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL .
Donations in memory of Alan can be made to Jumpstart
Angela Gibson
3-Feb-1947 - 17-May-2024
It is with great sadness, we announce the peaceful passing of our Mother on May 17, 2024.
She will be greatly missed by daughter Cindy Driscoll and son Robert Gibson (Shawna).
Proud Grandmother of Brittany Ojala (Nikolai), Curtis Gibson, Quinten Bain and Kala Bain.
Angela is survived by her siblings Marlene Kuzenko (Ron), Shelley Farrow (Doug) and extended family. Angela leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.
Her spirit and strength and enduring love will forever be in our hearts. She will be deeply missed by all that were fortunate to know her.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to a charity of your choice in Angela’s namesake would be appreciated.
Please join us in celebrating Angela’s life at: MOUNT LAWN FUNERAL HOME & CEMETERY, 21 Garrard Rd. Whitby, Ontario on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 1:00pm with a gathering to follow at Robert Gibson Residence, address to be provided.
Alberta Beatrice Lemon
Peacefully at Chapman House on Wednesday, January 31, 2024. Born in Owen Sound on April 27, 1923, Alberta Beatrice Lemon (nee McKee) of Owen Sound, was in her 101st year.
Beloved wife of the late Lorne Lemon. Loving mother of Rick Lemon (Grace) of Flesherton, John Lemon (Jane) of Annan and Brad Lemon (Marilyn) of Annan. Cherished grandma of Lauren, Jaclyn (Jon), Kira (Dan), Brittney (Steve), Adam (Whitney), Maia, Mikayla (Jake), Ben (Vanessa), Joe and Jenny. Dear great grandma of Oake, Hailey, Giovanna and Zachary. Alberta will be missed by her nieces, nephews and friends.
Predeceased by her parents Norman and Beatrice McKee, and by her sister Janet Davey (Nelson).
Alberta played an active part in running the family farms as well as the family cottages at Sauble Beach. Her large vegetable garden was a source of great pride and her beautiful flower gardens brightened everyone’s day. During her husband Lorne’s time in municipal politics, Alberta was fortunate to meet so many wonderful people and a number of them became lifelong friends. Friendships that she cherished.
Church played an integral part in Alberta’s life and over the years she took on many roles at both the Johnston United Church and the Trinity Annan United Church. One of her favourite events was the Annan chicken barbecue which attracted hundreds of people. If you were lucky, it was here that you might score a slice of one of her prize-winning pies.
Many things brought joy and happiness to Alberta and one that brought the biggest smile was a visit from her grandchildren and, of course, her great grandchildren.
A funeral service to celebrate Alberta’s life will be held at Brian E. Wood Funeral Home, 250 14th St. W., Owen Sound, 519-376-7492, on Monday, February 5, 2024, at 1 p.m., with visitation one hour prior. For those that are unable to attend, the service will be livestreamed. Spring interment will take place in Leith Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Trinity Annan United Church or to Chapman House are appreciated.
Ann Jolly
Ann Jolly (nee Robson) passed away peacefully at the Owen Sound Hospital on Sunday, April 14, 2024 at the age of 73.
Born in Newcastle on Tyne England on February 19th, 1951, Ann was the youngest of nine children born to Henry and Edith (nee Renwick) Robson.
Ann was raised at Winlaton, Blaydon-on Tyne co. Durham England. She left school in 1966 and started an apprenticeship as a hairdresser and attended college. Ann met John Jolly in 1967 and they were married on June 26, 1971. In 1974 John and Ann became the proud parents of Alison; and on March 27th, 1976 they emigrated to Canada and moved directly to Thornbury where John had a job. In the spring of 1978 Ann opened up her hairdressing shop in the basement of their home on Orchard Drive. She carried on her business for 40 years and had many customers who became special friends. Ann was very active in the community through the Beaver Valley Athletic Association ‘B.V.A.A.’ and the Kinettes. She touched many lives in the Thornbury area and could always be counted on to lend a hand whenever needed. Ann was an extraordinary kind person with the ability to be strong minded and practical. She was a very good judge of character. She loved to play cards and through the years Ann enjoyed many holidays with friends and family. She will be missed but will never be forgotten.
Family meant the world to Ann, she adored her grandchildren; Meaghann, Erin, Andrew and Matthew, her son-in-law Mark Elligson, her daughter Alison, and John, the love of her life.
A funeral service will be conducted at St. George’s Anglican Church in Clarksburg on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 11 o’clock with a reception following. A private service of committal and interment will be conducted at Thornbury-Clarksburg Union Cemetery.
As your expression of sympathy, donations to the Arthritis Society, Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice would be appreciated and may be made through the Ferguson Funeral Home, 48 Boucher St. E., Meaford, ON N4L 1B9 to whom arrangements have been entrusted.
Alice Violet Rawlings
After a long and beautiful life, Vi passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2024 at Sunset Manor, Collingwood, formerly of Maxwell in her 102nd year. She is reunited with her beloved husbands; Arthur Wright and Joseph Rawlings. Loving mother of Wayne(Debbie) Wright of Maxwell and Sharon Harrison(Rob Damude) of Collingwood. Cherished grandmother of Rob(Kerrie) Harrison of Dundalk, April(Shane) Bendell of Nova Scotia, Mark(Jocelyn) Harrison of Creemore, Arthur(Kim) Wright of Wyville and Christine(the late John) Cowan of Aurora. Proud great grandmother of Grayden and Annette Harrison, Hailey and Jessie Bendell, Caleb, Hannah, Olivia, and Eden Harrison, Cam and Ben Cowan. Loved and remembered by her great great grandson Arkin. Fondly remembered by Jennifer Harrison. Vi is predeceased by her sisters Reta Alsey and Millie Rawlings. She is the last surviving member of the Wright, Rawlings and Duckett families of her generation.
Vi was born July 6, 1922 to Levi and May Duckett in Osprey Township. She attended S.S. #9, Maxwell, followed by school in Feversham until her mother got ill and she went back home to care for her. She later gained employment at a chocolate factory in Toronto. Upon her return home to Osprey, she met and married her love Art Wright in 1944. They started their family, and after a couple moves, settled into their home in Maxwell. They were active member of Maxwell United Church, where she was on the U.C.W, an member of the Maxwell Women’s Institute and helped in the efforts to both build the Maxwell Hall and get the bowling alley going. After the sudden loss of her husband, she did her best to care for her children and home. She later married her next love, Joe Rawlings, and together continued to raise her family and stay active in the community. Vi lived a life devoted to her community and her church, always giving all of herself. Many people may remember reading Vi’s column in the Flesherton Advance/Dundalk Herald for over 50 years. In 2021, Vi sadly, at the age of 99, could no longer live in her home anymore and she moved to Sunset Manor. Her presence in Maxwell will continue to be greatly missed.
A heartfelt thank-you to the staff of Sunset Manor for all of their care and kindness with Granny.
The family will receive friends at Fawcett Funeral Cremation Reception, Flesherton on Sunday, April 28 from 6:00-8:00pm. Funeral service on Monday at 11:00am. Interment at Maxwell Cemetery with reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Centre Grey Health Services Foundation, Markdale, would be greatly appreciated.
Alice Willemina Vander Ploeg
Peacefully at Lee Manor with her family at her side, on Saturday, June 1, 2024. Born in The Netherlands on March 1, 1935, Alice Willemina Vander Ploeg (nee Vlielander) of Owen Sound, was in her 90th year.
Beloved wife of the late Ralph Vander Ploeg. Loving mother of Sid Vander Ploeg of Wiarton, Audrey Vander Ploeg (Harold) of Barrie, Arlene Vander Ploeg (Nick) of Hepworth, Jenny Vander Ploeg (Jim) of Wiarton, Wilma Vander Ploeg of Owen Sound, and Jeff Vander Ploeg of Owen Sound. Cherished grandma of Allison, Dan, Katie, Cholena and Elijah. Dear sister of Leonard Vlielander (Linda). Alice will also be missed by many nieces, nephews and friends.
Predeceased by her parents Jacob and Adrianna Vlielander, and by her brother Corny Vlielander.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Collins and the staff of Lee Manor for their exceptional care of our mom.
Visitation will be held at Brian E. Wood Funeral Home, 250 14th St. W., Owen Sound, 519-376-7492, on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, from 7-9 p.m. A private funeral service to celebrate Alice’s life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Alzheimer Society of Grey-Bruce would be appreciated. Online condolences can be sent to Alice’s family by visiting her memorial at www.woodfuneralhome.ca.
Andrew Boyd Hutcheson
Passed peacefully on Monday, June 10, 2024 at Livita Centennial Retirement Residence.
Loving husband to Doreen Hutcheson (Auty). Survived by his children Dave (Monica), Don (Liz), Denise Rose (Gord) and predeceased by Diane Moffat (George).
He will be remembered by his step-children Valerie Malone (Dan), Dan Sutton and Kathy Stubbings.
He will also be remembered by his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held at MOUNT LAWN FUNERAL HOME, Whitby, ON on Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 9 a.m. with a Chapel Service to follow at 10 a.m.
Interment to take place at MOUNT LAWN CEMETERY .
Donations may be made to Diabetes Canada.