Obituaries

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Lisa Ann Stethem

Lisa passed away in Owen Sound on January 10, 2023.  She will be sadly missed by her parents Paul and Bonnie Stethem, her brother Brad and her little dog Yoshi.  A Celebration of Lisa’s Life will be held at Heartwood Hall, 939 2nd Avenue East, Owen Sound on Sunday, January 22, 2023 from 1 –…

Warren Squirrell

December 13, 1955 – January 10, 2023 It is with heavy hearts the family of Warren Squirrell announce his passing in Owen Sound on January 10, 2023.  Warren worked as a farmer and also for Melancthon Township. He is survived by his brothers Grant (Cathy), Wayne (Betty Ann) and Gary (Debbie), and their families.  Predeceased…

Merri-Anne Garvey

It is with great sadness that the family of Merri-Anne Garvey announces her passing on Saturday, December 31, 2022 at the age of 60 in the Owen Sound Hospital peacefully and finally free of pain. Merri-Anne was the loving wife of John for 39 years, devoted mother to Katlynne. She will be missed by her…

Shirley Des Chenes (nee Manto)

Shirley Helene Des Chenes of Owen Sound passed away on December 25, 2022, in her 86th year.  Shirley was born in Hanover on February 26, 1937.  She is survived by her life partner David Earnest, her children Albert (Jamie) Des Chenes, Shelly (Floyd) Hill, Morris (Christine) Des Chenes and Faerlene (Sam) Johnston, many grandchildren and…

Roger Cotter

It is with great sorrow that we announce the death of Roger Wayne Cotter, born June 6, 1941 and passed away on December 19, 2022, leaving to mourn family and friends.  He was predeceased by father Raymond Cotter, mother Hazel (Sargent) and sister Carole Flynn. He is survived by his loving wife Gail (Locking) Cotter…

Constance (Connie) Graham

Passed away peacefully in her 80th year at Summit Place in Owen Sound on December 17, 2022.  Left to mourn her passing are sisters Inez (Ron) Wilkin and Diane (late Lynn) Brinkman, aunt Shirley Ferguson and her family, along with cousins, nieces, nephews and friends, especially Larry and Paul.  Daughter of the late Gordon and…

Elaine Weppler

Passed away peacefully on December 6, 2022, at the Grey Bruce Hospice Chapman House in Owen Sound.  Born in Owen Sound on October 24, 1942, Elaine Mary Weppler, (nee Rouse), of Owen Sound, was in her 81st year.  Elaine was predeceased by her beloved husband, Elgin Weppler. Loving mother of Tim Weppler (Kim Davis) and…

Brian Shepherd

Brian Connolly Shepherd, “Shep”, of Hanover passed away November 10, 2022 in his 73rd year. Survived by siblings Beth (Art) McGahey of Simcoe, Jack (Susan) Shepherd of Strathroy, Sherrie (Rick) Schope of Hanover, and Jim (Tanya) Shepherd of Hanover any many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by parents John and Wanda Shepherd, sister and brother-in-law Colleen…

Freda MacDonnell

August 24, 1934 – December 9, 2022 Today we remember Freda Ellen MacDonnell (nee Daniel) in her 89th year. Predeceased by her loving husband Don, children Kimberlee Broomfield and Jeffery MacDonnell and sister Joyce Armstrong. Fondly remembered by her children Pamela Kinchen and Harvey MacDonnell (Dana). Cherished by her grandchildren Jennifer and Jessica Dolphin, Amy…

Eugene “Dean” Armstrong

Born on the Irish Block, passed away December 5, 2022 surrounded by his loving family.  Dean was athletic, energetic, fun, proud and private. He loved the Habs and the New York Yankees, was the king of the BBQ and known to make some of the best breakfasts. If you knew Dean you were sure to…