Obituaries

Reta Weiser, formerly of Neustadt, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital on September 24, 2024.  Born in Normanby Township on December 25, 1934 to the late Daniel and Ella (nee Wettlaufer) Lantz.  Survived by sons Randy (Julie) Weiser of New Hamburg, Dale Weiser of Pickering and daughter Wanda Lamont of Hanover.  Loved grandmother of…

With heavy hearts, the family of Bernie Wilder (Waller) announce her passing at Lee Manor in Owen Sound at the age of 82 on Sunday, September 15, 2024 with her husband at her side. Beloved wife of Bill Wilder, cherished mother of Troy (Lisa), Todd (Tammy) and Travis (Heather). Proud grandmother to Brad (Candice), Jessamyn…

September 23, 1922 – September 15, 2024 “People are like stained glass windows – the true beauty can be seen only when there is light from within. The darker the night, the brighter the windows.” Elisabeth Kübler-Ross At almost 102 years old, Gwen died peacefully, listening to a Vivaldi Oboe Concerto, with her daughter and…

Connie Frances Bushell passed away surrounded by family on September 4, 2024 at the Kincardine Hospital at the age of 59. Beloved wife of Paul Bushell. Dear mother of Chris (Jenessa), Corey, Casey (Johnny), and Colin (Robie) Bushell. Cherished grandma to Dawson, Grayson and Bella. Connie will also be missed by her siblings Shirley Brenner,…

Barbara O’Connor, age 92, of Owen Sound, died peacefully on Monday, September 16, 2024 while holding the hand of her husband of 72 years, Bill O’Connor. Barb lived in both Owen Sound and Sauble Beach, and was a loving mother and grandmother. A proud member of the Neath clan, born in 1932, the ninth child,…

August 10, 1949 – September 16, 2024 In his 76th year, passed peacefully with family at his side, after a short battle with cancer. Survived by his wife Mary, of 48 years, and 3 children, Jennifer, Andrew (Bethany) and Matthew (Coco). Will be missed by grandchildren Ellie, Eden, and Peter.  Funeral mass to be held…

Our dear and beloved mother Sue (Susie) Cole took her last breath in Hanover Hospital on Saturday, September 14, 2024, with her daughters keeping her company.  She was in her 97th year.  She had been ailing for the past year and on Thursday, September 12th, she entered the hospital.  Mom’s love for Dad (Fred), who…

It is with deep sorrow that the family of Douglas John Frook of Hanover, formerly of Brant Township, announce his passing Friday, September 13, 2024, at the age of 75. He leaves behind to mourn the mother of his children and love of his life Donna (nee Karn) of Hanover. Doug’s loving spirit lives on…

John (Jack) Meldrum of Port Elgin passed away peacefully September 11, 2024 at the Saugeen Memorial Hospital in his 89th year. Jack was born on July 8, 1936 to Alexander and Rose (Watson) Meldrum in Stratford, Ontario. Jack did his electrical apprenticeship with CNR in Stratford and worked in Newfoundland and across Ontario as an…

Everyone has a story–a modern version of a “high-seas adventure” tale, but if you knew my father, Jerry, you probably experienced just such a traditional encounter with the unknown. You probably followed him into an up-close and personal rendezvous with an uncharted “wilderness” that threatened your survival, (or perhaps only your sense of security), but…