Robert (Bob) Sinclair Merrilees
27-Mar-1960 - 14-Jun-2024
It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert (Bob) Sinclair Merrilees – dedicated father, grandfather and friend. While we lost our most beloved dad, many have lost a friend and loved one in him.
Bob, 64, was surrounded by his three children, loved ones and family members on June 14, 2024, at Lakeridge Health, during his final moments as he went peacefully into paradise.
Son of William Merrilees and Annie Kilmartin, father to Jessica, Kyle and Brady Merrilees and grandfather to Caelan Ouellet and Chloe Merrilees.
Bob, a beacon of unwavering friendship and kindness, has left an indelible mark on the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know him.
Visitation will be held at MOUNT LAWN FUNERAL HOME, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby on Sunday, June 23, 2024 from 2:00 – 4:00 & 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and on Monday, June 24, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. until time of Funeral Service in the Chapel at 2:00 p.m.
Interment will follow at MOUNT LAWN CEMETERY.
If desired, memorial donations to the Lakeridge Health Foundation – ICU would be appreciated by the family.
Roma “Lorena” Miriam Stewart
Peacefully, on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at Southbridge Nursing Home, Owen Sound in her 95th year. Lorena (nee Merritt), loving wife of the late Wallace. Beloved mother of James and his wife Jill, Barb and her husband George Ledwon, Rob and his wife Judy, and Daniel and his wife Shannon. Proud Oma of Stacy (Dave), Rhonda (Mike), Sherrie (Mike), Kara (Brian), Shea (Jen), Tara, Harley, Summer, Connor (Tonya), and Emerson (Elicia).
Friends will be received on Thursday, December 14, 2023 from 1:30pm until the time of the funeral service at 2:00pm at the T.A. Brown Funeral Home, 510 Mill Street, Port Elgin, 519-832-2222. Spring Interment Purdy Cemetery.
Memorial donations to ShareWord Global (Gideons) or the Purdy Cemetery would be appreciated by the family.
Ruth Anne Attersley
At King City Lodge Nursing Home, with her family by her side, passed on Thursday June 13th, 2024, at the age of 91 after a short battle with cancer.
Beloved mother of Michelle Sadecki, son-in-law Steve Sadecki and Steven Attersley.
Cherished grandmother to Ryan, Adam and Claire.
Beloved sister to Mary Jeffery, Jackie Erickson and Linda Woods.
Predeceased by sister Joyce Daly.
Relatives and friends may pay their respects at MOUNT LAWN FUNERAL HOME & CEMETERY, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby on Saturday, June 29th from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. with the Funeral Service and Interment following at 11:00 a.m.
If desired memorial donations to Diabetes Canada or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family
Robert A. (Bob) Walker
SEPTEMBER 9, 1934 – JUNE 9, 2024
Peacefully at Lakeridge Hospital Oshawa on Sunday June 9th, 2024, at 89 years of age.
Beloved husband of the late Amy Walker (October 19, 2009).
Loving father of Jane Walker (Kevin), Kathy Smith (Dave) and Richard Walker.
Devoted Papa of Russell Gaal (Jackie), Jordan Smith, Jenna Pidgeon (Scott) and Great Papa of Ruby and Stella Pidgeon.
Cherished friend of Ellie Beauchemin. Bob graduated from GMI and pursued his 42-year career in Engineering at General Motors Canada.
He worked in various roles including Plant Manager and finished his career as Director of Health and Safety. Bob was an avid curler who went on to win the 1953 Canadian School Boy Curling Championship.
He was inducted into the Oshawa Sports Hall of Fame for curling.
Visitation will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West on Friday, June 14th from 3 - 5pm and from 6:30pm - 8:30pm. Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Saturday June 15th at 10:30am.
Interment is at Mount Lawn Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to Breast Cancer Society, or the Canadian Diabetes Association or Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Online Condolences may be made at www.oshawafuneralhome.com
A special thank you to the Home Care Providers, PSW's, Nurses, and to the staff at Lakeridge Health Oshawa
Ruby Margarett Reay
Ruby passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 27, 2024 with family by her side at the Meaford Long Term Care Centre in her 87th year.
Born in Meaford on August 9, 1937, she was a daughter of the late Lynton and Dorothy (nee McNally) Robertson.
Ruby was the loving and patient mother of Heather and Michael Zanussi and Judy and Carl Pastway. She was the proud Grandma of Cherene, Shalane (Brent), Sherelle (Aaron), Devon (Julia), Jacob, Dillon (Jenna), Kailey (Tom), Corey (Steve), Mitchell; and GG to Eithan, Evan, Reece, Rilee, Claire and Chase. Ruby is survived by her brother Dale Robertson (Sharron / late Jane), niece Paige and nephew Jason.
She was predeceased by her sister Helen (late Jack) Wipperman.
Ruby was a very hard worker and spent her early years working as a Bell Operator. She later became a well-liked and respected PSW at the Meaford Nursing Home, until her retirement when she turned 65. Family and friends meant the world to Ruby. She always looked forward to her annual trip to B.C in August, trips to Kitchener and quality time spent down at Christie Beach. She was a loyal and devoted friend, loved chatting on the phone, and was a great listener and confidant. As most would know, one of Ruby’s favourite meals was a good pork dinner, done just right! Always better when shared with good company and conversation. Ruby will be fondly remembered by the bread man and will be missed by her family and friends, but will never be forgotten.
Ruby’s life will be celebrated at a later date with family and friends, and a pork dinner!
As your expression of sympathy, donations to the Meaford Nursing Home Auxiliary (Cheques Only Please) 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.
Robert Gordon Elliot
Robert (Bob) Gordon peacefully and surrounded by family at Brightshores Health System, Markdale on Monday February 5, 2024 in his 93rd year. Cherished husband of Jean (nee Wilson) for over 66 amazing years. Loving father of Brad Elliott, Pamela (Bill) Graham of Almonte, Paulette (Paul) Lawler of Flesherton, Patricia Elliott (David Tewkesbury) of Dundalk. Grandpa will be so missed by his six grandchildren, Christopher (Robyn) Graham, Brittany (Alex) Soutsos, Caitlyn (Ian) Graham, Brett (Kirstie) Mason, Emily (Sam) Lawler and Chad Mason. He found such great joy in his great grandchildren, Jax, Hunter, Robbie, Zoey, Noah and Baby Soutsos (arriving May 2024). Family was everything to Dad and he will live on in our hearts and memories.
Bob was the last of fourteen siblings and is survived by his sister- in- law Sheila Elliott and his brother- in law- Mac Hannon. Pre-deceased by his parents James and Jessie Elliott, brothers Jim, Jack, Alick, Grant and Ron Elliott. Sisters, Margaret Shaw, Elsie Schumacher, Jean Ryman, Alice Stinson, Helen Morton, Olive Wood, Joan Hannon, and Mildred Seeley. Sisters-in-law Beatrice Elliott, Eileen Elliott, Helen Elliott, and Marj Elliott. Brothers-in-law, Ernie Shaw, Mel Schumacher, Jack Ryman, Wally Stinson, Len Morton, Bill Wood, and Selby Seeley.
Bob was born March 10, 1931 on the Elliott homestead farm in Melancthon township. Bob spent many years of his life dairy farming near Dundalk before moving his family to Flesherton in 1970 to start his milk delivery business for the surrounding area. Bob was a hard worker with a project always on the go.
He was very committed to giving back to his community and was incredibly involved in many committees as well as local politics, serving for a total of 15 years as Councilor and then Reeve. During his tenure Bob was successful in the implementation of vital infrastructure in the community. A lifetime member of the Flesherton Kinsmen Club, he was instrumental in the construction of the KinPlex and the lighted baseball diamond.
Bob found pride in serving others and took great interest in the Flesherton community. He volunteered through many activities including the Split Rail Festival, coaching sports, and many other local committees. He was recognized for his 20 years of service driving for the Cancer Society. Bob’s hobbies included being an avid gardener, golf, square dancing, and he enjoyed nothing more than a rousing game of cards with family and friends.
Throughout his life his faith in God sustained him and he attended church regularly. Bob also thoroughly enjoyed travelling the world and spending winters in Florida.
Resting at Fawcett Funeral Home in Flesherton for visitation on Friday, February 9, 2024 from 2 – 4 pm and Saturday February 10, 2024 10-11 am prior to the funeral service at 11 am. Cremation has taken place and internment will occur at a later date. A lunch reception following the service will occur at the Flesherton Kinplex.
A donation to Centre Grey Health Services would be appreciated.
Ross Bayley
We sadly announce the passing of Donald Ross Bayley on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 in his 84th year. Ross passed away at Brightshores Hospital peacefully with all his family by his side. Beloved husband of Anna Ruth (McAllister) and loving father to Christa and her husband Brian Greve of Owen Sound and Douglas and his fiancée Beth of Hamilton. Very proud Papa to Rachel (Matt Brown), Hannah, Payton and Moira and great-papa to Bianca and Bridget Brown. A special Uncle Ross to Marty McAllister and his son Liam of London. Ross will also be dearly missed by his second family, Doreen Ringel (the late Del) and family, Ron and Donelda Steffler, Paul and Jane Fortune.
Ross retired at the age of 65 after 50 years as a watch repairer, clockmaker and engraver at DC Taylor Jewellers. He continued with his love of fishing with his late brother, George, metal detecting, puffball hunting and an avid Blue Jay’s ballgame watcher. Ross was the second youngest of 9 children and born in a farmhouse on the west rocks of Owen Sound. He enjoyed telling us many stories of his younger years.
Though thankfully his final journey was brief, he was well taken care of to the end. A huge thank you to the staff at Summit Place Lodge and the hospital staff in the Emergency Dept, Unit 6.1 and the palliative care team for their compassionate care with Ross and our family. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society of Grey-Bruce would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Grey Bruce Cremation and Burial Services.
Rena Anne Cahoon
Peacefully, at Brightshores Health System, Owen Sound on Thursday, March 28, 2024 in her 78th year. Rena, loving wife of the late Ken Paylor. Beloved mother of Ken Williams and his wife Wendy, and Chris Williams and his wife Tanya. Proud Grandmother of Dylan, Bronwyn, Emmitt, Ethen, and Addison. Dear sister of Reta Vansickler, and Aunt of Heather (Jason), Kenneth, and Darryl.
Memorial donations to Diabetes Canada or the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated by the family.
Private family arrangements with interment at Greenwood Cemetery, Owen Sound have been entrusted to Tannahill Funeral Home, 1178 4th Ave West, Owen Sound, 519-376-3710.
Ronald Scales
Ronald Scales, 87, passed away peacefully with family members at his side on May 10th, 2024. Born October 19th, 1936, Ron married his high school sweetheart Viola Filsinger and they were happily married for 65+ years. Father of Cindy (Bruce), Karen, and Michael. Brother to younger sister Jean Hopkins (Ron).
Predeceased by younger brother Leonard Scales (Marydale), and mother Fanny and father Charlie Scales.
Brother-in-Law to Dorothy Boyes (Mervin), Delores McAfee (Alvin), Velma Miller (Harland), Mark Filsinger (Theresa), Jean Whalen (Paul), Frieda Hillier (Al), Ken Filsinger, Marj Herman (Gerry), and Paul Filsinger (Sharon).
Born and raised in Egremont in a farmhouse with no electricity and running water, Ronald worked tirelessly on their farm and many of the surrounding farms and Rolling Acres Ranch. He taught at a nearby schoolhouse S.S. #8 Egremont for 2 years followed by teachers’ college and university in Toronto. Ron taught Industrial Arts in Toronto before he and Vi relocated to Owen Sound and he taught at Dufferin and Hillcrest school for 35 years in total. During his 35 years of retirement, he was a handyman for many residents of Wilder’s Lake and Owen Sound, and a master tinker on his many cars, lawnmowers, and chainsaws which he used endlessly to saw and chop up wood to keep Vi warm.
Ron always stuck to his morals and principles, and lived the peaceful life at the lake that he always wanted. His calm, wise, humorous, and generous nature affected everyone around him.
There will be a Celebration of Life held at the Durham Community Centre and Arena on July 20th, 2024, starting at 2 P.M. There will be a greeting line with Ron’s family members to start, followed by food and drinks, and stories with good laughs and fond memories of Ron. If you would like to share a few memories of Ron with everyone, please email klscales@rogers.com to be added to the itinerary, or to have your story read by us.
Donations would be appreciated to the wonderful Chapman House Hospice in Owen Sound, and the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Roberta Eugene Smith
Peacefully at home with her daughters on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. Roberta Smith of Wiarton in her 92nd year.
Beloved wife of the late Norman ‘Murray’ Smith (1989). Cherished mother of Brenda Fraser of Hillsdale and Rhonda Smith of Wiarton. Much loved grandmother of Andrew Fraser (Heather) of Orillia, Teisha Kaiser (Brent) of Calgary, Alberta, Janissa Wood (Kyle) of Hillsdale and Brock Urbshott (Jessica) of Kleinburg. Special great grandmother ‘GG’ to Gregory, Bradley, Ryland, Payton, Brinley, Travis, Dylan and Easton. Dearest sister of Ronald Ackerman of Shallow Lake. Special daughters Gayle Campell and Rainy Given and gran to Dawn Scott. Missed by many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by her parents Roberta (nee Hill) and Roy Ackerman, son Bruce, sisters Christine Campbell (Howard) and Mabel Penyk (William), brothers Arthur (in infancy) and Russell Ackerman and brother-in-law Wilbert Smith.
The funeral service will be conducted from the GEORGE FUNERAL HOME, Wiarton on Tuesday June 4, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. with visitation 1 hour prior to the service. Interment Eastnor Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, expressions of remembrance to St. Margaret’s Chapel, Cape Chin or St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church, Wiarton would be appreciated. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family through www.georgefuneralhome.com