Lois Elaine Williams
Lois Elaine Williams (nee Freeborn) passed away the morning of Friday, January 12, 2024 in her 77th year with her daughters by her side.
Loving wife for 55 years of the late Wayne Williams of Eugenia.
Amazing mother of Jody (Shawn) Everitt of Thornbury and Jennifer Williams (Bryce Thomson) of Singhampton.
Super fun nana of Ayla and Brent Thomson and Paige and Trent Everitt. Lois was the 10th child of the 13 Freeborn children. She was born in Meaford on November 12, 1947, a daughter of the late Jack and Leona (nee Merrifield) Freeborn.
She will be greatly missed by her brothers and sisters, who were also her best friends. Lois is survived by siblings; Dennis (Kay) Freeborn of Meaford, Terry (Sandy) Freeborn of Meaford, Linda Freeborn of London, Sharon (Ed) Thornton of Meaford, and Diane Willcock of Dauphin, MB. She will be fondly remembered by sisters-in-law Marion Freeborn of Vancouver, BC, Marge Freeborn of London and brother-in-law Dennis (Marge) Williams of Feversham.
Lois was predeceased by siblings Gerry Freeborn, Willis Freeborn, Keith Freeborn, Helen Murray, Vernon ‘Bun’ Freeborn, Doug Freeborn, Glen Freeborn, and brothers-in-law Doug Willcock and Doug Murray, sisters-in-law Jean Freeborn, Frances Freeborn and Alberta Freeborn, and niece and nephew Kim and Glenn Chycota. Lois was very loved and will be dearly missed by her 83 nieces, nephews and their families.
Life was hard work on the farm but that also came with lots of laughter and stories of a tremendous upbringing. She went to school on the 7th line, Minnie Hill Schoolhouse and then Meaford High School. As a child and teenager Lois loved being the back-catcher on a local baseball team in Meaford, driving cars through fields, playing pranks both with and on her siblings, going to local dances and many other stories she shared. She always said ‘there was always something to do and someone to do it with.’
Lois met Wayne at the age of 14, when her girlfriends dared her to ask him to dance at the Sadie Hawkins Dance … they were married in 1968. Lois and Wayne moved to Brampton where she worked for the Royal Bank, and later cleaned at the apartment building they lived in and babysat for many families, who were heartbroken when they moved to Eugenia in 1982, where they resided for many years. After Wayne’s passing Lois moved to her hometown of Meaford. Lois worked for McTavish Insurance in Flesherton, Bumstead Motors in Meaford for over 25 years and then Top of the Rock in Eugenia. Lois was always well liked and respected and definitely one of the hardest working women out there.
Lois and Wayne enjoyed bowling in leagues in Ceylon and Maxwell, snowmobiling, camping, horseshoes and spending time with family and friends. Lois became a mother in 1971 when Jody was born and then completed their family in 1975 when Jennifer was born. She was a loving, caring and patient mom and became both of her daughter’s best friend as time went on and they had children. She was blessed with 4 grandchildren, Ayla, Paige, Trent and Brent. Lois adored being their nana, and they became the reason for her existence. Her love for them was boundless and sleepovers at nana’s continued even to this day with Ayla and Paige whose company she absolutely adored. She beamed with pride watching Brent play any sport and came to all of his local games. She had a very special relationship with Trent, nana spent a tremendous amount of time with him after she retired and will always be Trent’s favourite person. They made each other laugh endlessly.
Lois had a kind heart, a genuine smile and a wonderful laugh that will be so dearly missed. There truly are no words for the hole that is left in her absence.
Please join us for a come and go Celebration of Lois’ Life at the Meaford and St. Vincent Community Centre on Sunday, January 21, 2024 from 1 until 4 p.m.
As your expression of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or Events for Life 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.
Laverne Elwood Crosskill
With deep sadness we announce Laverne Crosskill of Meaford passed away peacefully at the Meaford Long Term Care Centre on Saturday, January 13, 2024 in his 86th year.
Born in Meaford on July 18, 1938, he was the son of the late Wilbert and Elsie (nee Rows) Crosskill.
Laverne will be dearly missed by his wife Margaret Fraser of Meaford. Survived by his son Terry Crosskill (Tracey) of Clarksburg and his daughter Connie Crosskill of Barrie, and will be remembered fondly by Marg’s children Bruce Fraser (Chris) and Jackie Fraser (Chris).
He was the proud grandfather of Cory, Erica, Evan, Isaiah, Jacob, Tabatha, Ethan, and great grandfather of Blake.
He will be missed by his sister Doreen Bowins and will be remembered fondly by his nephew Scott and niece Leanne and their families.
Laverne was a hard worker and has farmed all of his life. He started out years ago farming livestock and vegetables with his family and eventually they had apple orchards. He owned and operated ‘Georgianvieu Orchards Ltd.’, which was very much a labour of love. On weekends he enjoyed camping, sometimes not far away but hooked up the trailer and took a break with his family. He then ventured a little further and spent weekends at Sauble, and in later years had a permanent site at the Sauble Resort Campground where he would relax and unwind with Marg. Laverne was a proud member of the Lion’s Club of Meaford and has served as both President and Secretary over the years. He also sat on the Executive of the Georgian Bay Fruit Growers Association.
Family will receive friends at the Ferguson Funeral Home in Meaford on Thursday, January 18, 2024 from 4 until 7 p.m. A funeral service will be conducted at the funeral home on Friday, January 19, 2024 at 11 a.m. with interment following at Lakeview Cemetery in Meaford.
As your expression of sympathy, donations to the Meaford Hospital Foundation or the Meaford Nursing Home Auxiliary 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.
Leona Brownridge
It is with broken hearts we announce the passing of our much beloved Mother. Leona passed away peacefully at Hospice Simcoe in Barrie on January 20, 2024, following a brief illness. Leona was formerly of Maxwell and just shy of her 99th birthday. She is now reunited with her beloved husband of 71 years, Jim (2016). Loving mother of Larry (Linda), Betty Anne (the late Richard) West, and Jean (Gordon) Crawford. Cherished Grammie of Pam, Christine, Debi, Larry Jr., Karen, Jason, and Jennifer. Great grandmother of Phillip, Meagan, Whitney, Kenneth, Bethany, Amanda, Cooper and Emberly. Great-great grandmother of Titus, Audrey, Breckin, and Jasper. Dear sister of Doris Hayward, Isobel Davison and Mac McIntyre. Predeceased by brothers George and Don McIntyre and sisters Lorine Cox and Maxine Loughead, daughter-in-law Barbara Brownridge and great granddaughter Amber Lyall-Ashby.
Leona was born on February 18, 1925 in Osprey Township to Meretta and Robert McIntyre. She graduated from Tryon College with honours. Following her marriage to Jim on April 21,1945, they took up farming just west of Maxwell on Highway 4. Leona had a great passion for life and in her earlier years she worked hard alongside Jim with custom farming and snow removal. Upon retirement, her days were kept busy with baking, knitting, reading, puzzling, watching Raptor games and keeping in touch with family and friends. She took pride as the Sunday School Secretary/Treasurer of Maxwell United Church, and later Rock Mills Baptist Church. Leona was well versed in the technology of the 21st century. She loved her tablet, allowing her to read many library books and watch her Church Service on YouTube.
Visitation will take place at Fawcett Funeral Cremation Reception, Flesherton on Saturday, January 27 from 11:00am until the time of service at 1:00pm. A reception will be held following the Service at the Flesherton Kinplex. A private Spring interment will take place at Maxwell Cemetery.
Memorial donations to Gideon’s International, Hospice Simcoe or First Baptist Church in Barrie, would be appreciated by the family.
Leslie Stewart Byers
BYERS, Leslie Stewart – Surrounded by his family at home on Thursday, February 1, 2024 in his 88th year. Cherished husband of Virginia Byers for 61 years. Beloved father of Michelle (Marc) Klis, Mark (Joanne) Byers, and Krista (Rob) Quesnel. Adored Grandpa of Ashley (Brock), Dillon, Wesley, Justin (Becca), Kyle (Emma), and Tutianna (Nathan); and great-grandfather of Brooklynn, Lennox, and Evan. Predeceased by his grandchildren Brendan, Susie, and Meagan. Dear brother of Jean Watson and Joyce Keeling, and brother-in-law of Ron (Elizabeth) Stearne. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brothers- and sisters-in-law: Bill Watson, Murray Keeling, Jack (Joan) Stearne, and Shirley (Ron) Stephens. In addition to being a journeyman machinist, Les was a lifelong beekeeper. He resided in the Mount Forest area for over 50 years.
Visitation will be held at the England Funeral Home, 294 Main Street South, Mount Forest, on Sunday from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Mount Forest United Church, 175 Queen Street East, Mount Forest, on Monday, February 5th at 11:00 a.m., with visitation at the church from 10:00-10:45 a.m. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Les are asked to consider Cancer Patient Services, Arthritis Society Canada or Mount Forest United Church.
Lloyd William Ball
BALL, peacefully at Strathcona Long Term Care Centre, Mount Forest early Saturday, March 2, 2024. Lloyd Ball formerly of Owen Sound in his 93rd year.
Beloved partner of Audrey Ferguson for 45 years. Cherished father of Don Ball, Doug Ball, Diane Hardman, Donna Jean Spindler (Bill), Dwayne Ball and Janet Lynn Martinow (Mike). Missed by many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Dear brother of Esabelle Ladd, John Ball (Norma) and Muriel Bellamy (Evan). Missed by many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by daughter Deborah, granddaughter Ashley, parents Mabel (nee Overland) and Samuel Ball as well as sisters Jean, Kathleen and Dorothy.
The funeral service will be conducted from the DOWNS AND SON FUNERAL HOME, Hepworth on Tuesday, March 5th at 1:00 p.m. with visitation 2 hours prior to the service. Spring interment at Bayview Cemetery, Wiarton. Expressions of remembrance to the Hepworth Shallow Lake Legion Building Fund would be appreciated.
Larry Norman Kreuger
Larry Norman Kreuger of Owen Sound, formerly of Hanover and Mooresburg, passed away at Hanover & District Hospital on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in his 81st year.
Loving father of Karen (Greg) Smart of Mooresburg, Gail (Jeff) MacGregor of Hanover, and Travis (Miranda) Kreuger of R.R. #2 Chatsworth. Cherished grandfather of Janelle (Charles), Aleesa (Robert), Colton (Morgyn), Ty (Emily), Clayton (Autumn), and Olivia. Larry will be dearly missed by his siblings, Jerry (Lorraine) Krueger, Ray (Barb) Kreuger, all of R.R. #1 Desboro, and Debbie (Bev) Burgess of Owen Sound. He will be fondly remembered by his dear friend and companion Joan. Larry was predeceased by his wife Edith (1990).
A funeral service honouring Larry’s life will be held at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Sullivan Township on Friday, March 8, 2024,at 11 a.m. Spring inurnment in Hanover Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Hanover & District Hospital Foundation would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Rhody Family Funeral Home, Chesley.
Lois Doreen Mae Lyons
Lois Doreen Mae Lyons (nee Harvey), of Markdale, passed away at Grey Gables, Markdale on Sunday, March 24th, 2024 in her 94th year. Beloved wife of the late Laverne Lyons (2019). Loving mother of Debra and her husband Greg Larsen, Marcia and her husband Neil Trevithick, and Lorie and her husband Peter Stevenson. Cherished grandmother of Andrea and Leah ( Kent); Amy (Keith), Nathan (Michelle), Michelle (Clint), and Elyse (Dean); Chantal (Matt) and Mitchell. Great-grandmother of 10. Dear sister of Velma Edwards and sister-in-law of Isabel Harvey. Predeceased by her siblings Gerald, Earl, Lloyd, Russell (late Joyce), Donald, Leonard (late Alieda), Laverne (late Pat Hamilton), Sadie (late Alvin McFadden), Muriel (late Lawrence Stevens), and Tressa (late Clarence Tebbutt); sisters-in-law Willa Mae (late Jim Arnold), and Audrey (late Don MacDonald).
A funeral service celebrating Lois’ life will be held at Annesley United Church, Markdale on Thursday, March 28th at 1 p.m., with visitation being held prior to the service from 12 – 12:45 p.m. Interment at Markdale Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to Annesley United Church, Brinsley United Church or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Lois Doreen McMullen
Peacefully with family by her side at Summit Place Nursing Home, Owen Sound Tuesday November 28, 2023. Lois McMullen (nee Hunt) of Sauble Beach in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of Joe for 44 years. Cherished mother of Marty and his wife Sandy of Oliphant, LeeAnne McVannel of Ohio, Trent McMullen of Toronto and Craig McMullen of Bala. Loved grandmother of Zachary (Tawny) and Josh. Predeceased by parents Florence (nee Playford) and David Hunt, sister Florence Playford and brother David Hunt.
Family and friends are invited to share memories at the DOWNS AND SON FUNERAL HOME, Hepworth on Friday, April 26th from 11:00 a.m. until 12:45 p.m. A graveside interment service will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. at the Zion Cemetery. Expressions of remembrance to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Lloyd William Ball
Peacefully at Strathcona Long Term Care Centre, Mount Forest early Saturday, March 2, 2024. Lloyd Ball formerly of Owen Sound in his 93rd year.
Beloved partner of Audrey Ferguson for 45 years. Cherished father of Don Ball, Doug Ball, Diane Hardman, Donna Jean Spindler (Bill), Dwayne Ball and Janet Lynn Martinow (Mike). Missed by many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great granchildren. Dear brother of Esabelle Ladd, John Ball (Norma) and Muriel Bellamy (Evan). Missed by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by daughter Deborah, granddaughter Ashley, parents Mabel (nee Overland) and Samuel Ball as well as sisters Jean, Kathleen and Dorothy.
The funeral service was conducted from the DOWNS AND SON FUNERAL HOME, Hepworth on Tuesday, March 5th at 1:00 p.m. with visitation 2 hours prior to the service. Interment will take place at Bayview Cemetery, Wiarton on Thursday May 9.
Lois Jane Gilder
Lois Jane (Hemstock) Gilder of Chesley, passed away peacefully after a brief illness, at Chapman House, Owen Sound on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at the age of 71.
Loving mother of Colin Clements of Tlell, B.C., Dawn Capling of Chesley, and mother-in-law of Heidi Clements of Tara. Cherished grandmother of Ayden, Caylen, Ebin, Josiah, Aubrey, Howlan, Weslie, and Hailey. Beloved daughter of Bonnie Hemstock of Wiarton and dear sister of Carol Sprung (Jim Hellyer) of Wiarton, Julie (Joe) McCully of Paisley, Philip Hemstock of Port Elgin, and John (Judy) Hemstock of Tara.
Lois was predeceased by her husband Rick Gilder, son Jesse Clements, nephew Wesley McCully, and her father Lewis Hemstock.
Visitation will be held at Rhody Family Funeral Home, Chesley on Tuesday from 6 – 9 p.m. where a memorial service honouring Lois’ life will be held on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at 2 p.m. Private family inurnment in Sanctuary Park Cemetery, Port Elgin.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Grey Bruce Hospice Inc. (Chapman House) would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.