Obituaries

1967 – 2025 Suddenly, Darcy passed away on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. Beloved son of Ruth and Roland (deceased). Left to mourn his passing are his Mom Ruth, brother Jeff, sister Debra, also Trevor, Jodi, Ethan, Fynn and Macie Klerks, special cousins Penny, Rhonda, Ola, his coffee buddy Sandy and his co-workers at the arena.…

Jack Murdoch, in his 65th year, passed away on March 19, 2025, in Hanover, Ontario. Born on June 16, 1960, in Owen Sound, Ontario, Jack lived a life filled with dedication to his family, career, and community. Jack explored various occupations in his younger years before finding his niche in the furniture industry. His expertise…

Sylvia Fincato passed away peacefully on March 17, 2025 at Brightshores Owen Sound surrounded by her loved ones. Born April 10, 1958 in Toronto, Sylvia was a devoted mother, nurturing daughter, terrific cook and memorable storyteller. Sylvia is survived by her daughter Chiara Ansell-Brawley (Joseph Brawley), son Andrew Ansell and sister Lisa. She is predeceased…

June 9, 1932 – March 4, 2025 It is with sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Ester June Crompton (nee McKnight) at the Owen Sound Hospital surrounded by her family at the age of 92. She is predeceased by her parents, Edwin and Margaret McKnight, her husband of 66 years Donald (2018), her beloved…

May 19, 1950 – March 3, 2025 Colette passed peacefully on March 3, 2025 surrounded by her family. Colette will be missed by her mother Sue Paquette, daughter Kathie Shaw (Jeff), stepson John Sauve (Sun Young) and stepdaughter Erin Sauve-Furneaux (Tim), sisters Sue Smith (David), Lynn Arbuckle (Brad), brother Peter Paquette (Mary) grandchildren Ali Shaw…

1936 – 2025 It is with deep sadness that the family of Don Sanderson announces his passing in his 89th year on Monday, March 3, 2025 at Brightshores Health System in Owen Sound. Don was born on December 8, 1936 in Kitchener and spent his childhood in Kitchener-Waterloo and where he attended elementary and high…

March 26, 1944 – March 2, 2025 Barbara Farquhar of Kincardine and formerly of Inverhuron passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Kincardine at the age of 80. Loving wife of the late Roy Farquhar. Deeply loved by her daughter Lynn Farquhar of London. Proud grandma of Madison Gordon of London. Predeceased by…

Lois Matilda Robertson peacefully passed away at the Southampton Hospital on February 28, 2025, in her 94th year. Predeceased by her beloved husband, J. Marvin Robertson. Devoted loving mother to Paul and Ann (Gordon Gottscheu). Cherished grandmother of Joel Gottscheu (Kaylah) and their sons Everett and Reed; Kirk Gottscheu (Samantha) and their sons Wells and…

Passed away at Brightshores Health Systems, Owen Sound after a brief illness on February 25, 2025. Born October 16, 1953. Rene Raymond Lavoie was age 71. He worked for Ontario Hydro and retired from Bruce Power. He is survived by his wife Judy Lavoie, his sister Rena Lavoie (George Siliva) and brother-in-law Terry Pascall (Bonnie).…

Robert Malcolm MacPherson, of Durham, in his 70th year, passed away on February 18, 2025, at the Hanover and District Hospital after a courageous 4-year battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; son, Thomas; stepfather, John; mother-in-law, Margaret Boldt; brother-in-law, James Boldt; former wife, Cindy Miller; niece, Melissa; great-niece, Lyra; great-nephew, Noah;…