Obituaries

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John Harrison

John Arthur Harrison passed away peacefully in the afternoon of Friday May 15, 2026 at Grey Gables in Markdale, wrapped in the love of family and friends. John attended Dufferin Public School and the Owen Sound Collegiate and Vocational Institute. Following graduation, he enrolled at the University of Toronto where he studied architecture and enjoyed…

Janet Lackey

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Janet Rose Lackey on May 23, 2026 in Hanover, Ontario. Born in Ottawa on March 11, 1959 to loving parents the late Bob and Elva (nee McFall) Lackey. Jan will be remembered for her warm smile and generous nature, always showing a…

William “Bill” Earnest

It is with deep sadness that the family of “Bill” William John Earnest announce his sudden passing on May 21st, 2026, at the age of 75. Bill was predeceased by his parents, “Jim” James and Muriel Earnest. He leaves behind his beloved son Jason Earnest, daughter-in-law Brandy Earnest, and grandson Adam Locker-Earnest. He also leaves…

Fred MacKenzie

The family of Fred MacKenzie announces his passing at Brightshores, Owen Sound on Sunday, May 17, 2026. Brother of Sharon and Jennie. Predeceased by his parents Tom and Audrey MacKenzie. Cremation has taken place. We would like to thank Safe N’ Sound for their care and support. The funeral will be held at Calvary Evangelical Missionary Church, Owen…

Bonnie Dault

1955 – 2026   Bonnie Dault (Walker, Carson) sadly passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2026 at Southampton Hospital with her family by her side. She will be sadly missed by her son Harold, daughter-in-law Carrie and her granddaughter Jaidan, brothers Bill (Michaela), Norm (Marylee) and Gord, sisters Marie and Erin and all the Dault…

Tyler Salisbury

Tyler Brandon Salisbury died in Owen Sound on May 13, 2026 in this 45th year.  Tyler was born and raised in Owen Sound and spent his life living in different cities in Western Canada. He was known by family and friends as someone who experienced life in his own way. Growing up, he loved playing…

Shirley Bluhm

Shirley Dolores Bluhm (nee Rouse) passed away, peacefully surrounded by her family, May 6, 2026 at Brightshores Health Systems. Born in Owen Sound June 21, 1934, Shirley was in her 92nd year. Beloved wife of the late Douglas (Jeff) Bluhm.  Loving mother of Bonnie and her husband Brian Seaman and Terry and his wife Karen. …

David Tyliszczak

David “Dave” “Balls” Tyliszczak passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, at Chapman House Hospice in Owen Sound on May 4, 2026. He was born on September 21, 1951, in Hanover, Ontario. Beloved high school sweetheart and husband of 50 years, 5 months, and 18 days to the late Susan “Sue” Tyliszczak (née Gould). Loving father…

Glen Wright

August 4, 1946 – May 5, 2026 Glen Wright passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, in his 80th year at the Owen Sound Hospital. He was predeceased by his parents Jim and Margaret Wright and by his brother John Wright. Glen grew up on the 4th of Saugeen and was a resident of Paisley…

Captain Grant Dawson

Captain Grant Dawson passed away May 5, 2026 only one concession south of where he was born on his family’s Kemble area farm in 1932. From humble beginnings Grant became a Great Lakes mariner in 1952. Working his way up he eventually captained Great Lakes ships before being enrolled into the Corporation of Great Lakes…