In his 96th year, peacefully, and surrounded by love, on May 24, 2024.

Bev was most honoured to have been married to the love of his life, Bernice Kerr, for over 75 years. He was the proud father of Keith Kerr (Carol), Rick Kerr (Jeanette), John Kerr (Jean Ann), Jim Kerr (Carol), Sharon Dupuis (Jeff), and Dan Kerr (Sandi). He was cherished by his grandchildren Krista Hawthorn (Rob), Brandon Kerr (Holly), Lindsay McArthur (Shawn), Cayley Stanko (John), Tiffany Kerr, Kersten Dupuis-Waud (Garrett), Scott and Keith Fletcher, and his 9 great-grandchildren. Survived by his brother, Ork Kerr of Collingwood.

Predeceased by his wife Bernice, his son and daughter-in-law Keith and Carol Kerr, his granddaughter Tiffany Kerr, and by his sister Bonnie Koebel.

The family would like the extend their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at St Joseph’s Medical Centre for their incredible care and compassion. Visitation will take place Thursday, May 30, 2024 from 10:00-1:00 at The Wiarton Salvation Army Church, 576 Edward St., Wiarton, ON. Funeral and reception to immediately follow. Arrangements made from the Thomas C. Whitcroft Peninsula Chapel, Wiarton (519) 534-5341.

As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Wiarton Salvation Army, Please Bring Me Home, or the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada would be appreciated by the family.

Josie Butler, of Owen Sound, passed peacefully at Chapman House, after a brief illness, on Monday, June 10, 2024, surrounded by her family.

Predeceased by her beloved husband Frank (2010).

Dear mother of Ric (Beverly), Susan, Brenda (Randy), and Cathy (Steve). She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Anthony, Nicholas, Michelle (Brandon), Jessica (John), Matthew (Kris), Emily (Sam), Kate (Mathew), Shea, Kirk and Kara, as well as by her great grandchildren Alice, Charlotte, Carmela and Nora. Dear sister of Syl Bullock (Garry) and Enzo Fazio (Carla). Josie will be missed by her nieces, nephews and friends.

Josie was born in Rome, Italy and came to Canada with her family in 1955. Work took her to Elliot Lake, where she met Frank in 1958 and married in 1960. Frank’s work took them to several cities in the early years of their marriage, first settling in Owen Sound in 1967. There were a few work transfers, but they returned for good in 1993. Josie was active in the community and with her church for many years while raising her busy family. Josie always enjoyed having her family visit or travelling to visit them. She enjoyed playing cards each week and avidly followed the Blue Jays and tennis. Mom always made our house a home. Her patience, kindness and caring extended beyond her family to all; she will be greatly missed.

Visitation will be held at Brian E. Wood Funeral Home, 250 14th St. W., Owen Sound, 519-376-7492, on Friday, June 14, 2024, from 7-9 p.m. and on Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. A memorial service to celebrate Josie’s life will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at 12 p.m., with Rev. Kristal McGee officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Grey Bruce Residential Hospice – Chapman House or to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.

January 16th, 1970 - Monday, June 10th, 2024

On June 10, 2024, at the age of 54, Justin Moore was reunited in heaven with his mother, Lowri.

Over his life, Justin took great pleasure in connecting with people in both his work and personal life.

He was a respected businessman who took pride in mentoring colleagues and sharing his wisdom.

He was an innovative thinker and is leaving behind a history of hard work, loyalty and full throttle enthusiasm and drive.

He built a clear legacy of love that embraced and nurtured his dear children, Jordyn (Sarah) and Bradyn (Julia), as well as his beloved grandchildren, Elliott, Harvey, Grace, and Lewis. He was deeply cherished and his absence is strongly felt by his father, John, brother, Steve (Jackie), sister, Kayley (Rick), and nephews Jacob and David, and niece, Jennifer.

His loving partner, Tracy, and her son, Cole, are also mourning his passing, alongside his extended family in Wales and England and many friends. Our family would like to extend sincere appreciation to those who have reached out with kind words and support.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Sick Kids Foundation and My First Bicycle (myfirstbicycle.ca), both causes that were of great importance to Justin. Justin is already very much missed.

Visitation will be held at BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 5295 Thickson Road N, Whitby, on Tuesday, June 18th, 2024 at 11:00 am one hour prior until the time of the funeral service at 12:00 noon in the Barnes Chapel.

Shared memories and messages of condolences may be left for the family by visiting barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com .

May 27, 1948- June 8, 2024

With his wife by his side, John left the suffering of this life on Saturday June 8, 2024 at Oak Ridges Hospice, Port Perry.

John faced his disease (idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis) with eternal optimism, courage and determination. He ensured he got the most out of life to his very last breath.

Born on May 27, 1948 to Elsie Rumerfield (nee Jones) he was the youngest of three boys (Albert, predeceased, and David). He was a common sight in Couchiching Beach Park where for many years he supervised summer staff.

John leaves behind his soulmate and best friend, his wife of 26 years, Michelle Brotherton. He was the proud father of Donna (Bradley) Cole and grandfather to Jayden Cole.

John will be deeply missed by his 5 fur babies and by his “granny” Christel Belwan. John got the travel bug when he was gifted with a birthday trip from Toronto to Ottawa for his 50th birthday. Michelle and John never looked back, taking numerous vacations to the Caribbean, Europe, Israel and Jordan, and across Canada and the US. John was a man of integrity who said it like it was, was authentic, and had a deep compassion for the vulnerable.

A celebration of John’s life will take place on Saturday June 22, 2024 at 1 p.m. at St. Paul’s United Church, Bowmanville (178 Church St. Bowmanville). There will be visitation for 2 hours preceding the service from 11-1. Interment will take place following the service at Bethesda Cemetery, with a reception to follow.

Memorial donations to St. Paul's United Church, Bowmanville (General Fund) or Oak Ridges Hospice, Port Perry.

(A WW II veteran, Joan served with the Auxiliary Territorial Service from 1942 to 1945.

She was posted to a mixed artillery unit in south east London where she was stationed throughout the blitz.)

Peacefully, on Friday, June 7, 2024 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, one month before her 100th birthday.

Joan (nee Clark), beloved wife of the late Arthur Leggett (1999) and the late Ronald Davis (2018). Loved mother of Avis and her husband Doug Miller of Seagrave.

Loving grandmother of David Miller and his wife Katie of Toronto and great grandmother of Arthur. Joan will be missed by the Davis family. Predeceased by her brother Don Clark and her sister Patricia Ford.

Throughout her long life she enjoyed all kinds of crafts and artistic endeavours from painting and sketching to needlework, rug hooking and intricate crochet. A life-long learner, Joan loved to read, travel, explore new hobbies and discuss daily news events.

Private arrangements in Port Perry.

If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Port Perry Hospital Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.