Obituaries

Burton Frederick Speer passed away peacefully on March 5, 2021 at the age of 78 in the Southampton Care Centre with family by his side. Born in Tara, Ontario on April 21, 1942.  Son of the late Frederick and Isabelle Speer (nee King), second child of eight. Husband of 53 years to Enid Speer (nee…

Linda Louise Young (Hampton) was born on October 28,1978 at Owen Sound General and Marine Hospital to Brian and Debbie (Andrews) Hampton of Holland Centre.  Linda grew up in Holland Centre with her parents and older sister Anna and many pets.  She attended Holland Chatsworth Central School until grade 8, then went on to Grey…

Brenton H. Cochrane passed away on March 4, 2021 In his 83rd year in the Owen Sound Hospital.  Brenton is survived by his 6 children Brenton G. Cochrane of Wasaga Beach, ON, Rose (John) Dart of Corbetton, ON, Vanessa Cochrane (late Linton Wallace) of Knutsford, PEI, Sondra (Albert Bridges) of Summerside, PEI, Alanna (Doug Fachnie)…

It is with great sadness that the family of Alfred Frank Fromager announces his passing on Thursday March 4, 2021 at the age of 87.  Alfie passed away peacefully with his devoted wife of 69 years, Gladys (nee Stephens), by his side. Grieving their loving father are his children Bonnie Long (Bryan), David (Donna) Fromager,…

Early on March 4, 2021, his 84th birthday, “Rick” Richard Carruthers took his last breath. Rick loved to bring friends and family together.  Former owner of Carruthers Insurance, member of the Downtown Improvement Association, the Jaycees and Executive Board of the Registered Insurance Brokers of Ontario (RIBO) and CDMFC, he was a team player and…

Robert (Bob) Lisk of Owen Sound, suddenly at Grey Bruce Health Services, Owen Sound on February 23, 2021 in his 83rd year.  Cherished husband and best friend to Shirley Bullen-Lisk. Loving father to Diana Gwalchmai (Jeff), Bill Lisk (Sheri), Robin Lisk and Lisa Barker (Rick).  Proud grandfather to Adam (Amy), Morgan (Brady), Erin, Courtney, Breanna,…

1931-2021 William (Bill) Boose passed away at the Owen Sound Hospital on February 17, 2021.  He leaves his wife Julia Jean-Marie of Southampton, his son James (Sindy) and grandchildren Richard, Sarah and Thomas Boose.  Bill was predeceased by his first wife Barbara (McMaster) and daughter Patricia.  Bill was an active member of the Masonic Lodge.…

September 13, 1928 – February 15, 2021  Eileen passed away with her daughter Darlene by her side at Gateway Haven in Wiarton on February 15th at the age of 92. Predeceased by husband John, son Rick, both parents and siblings Aubrey, Gordon, Evelyn, Jurleen, Arthur, Sidney and Phyllis. Eileen is survived by her daughter Darlene…

Passed peacefully at Louise Marshall Hospital on February 5, 2021 in her 81st year.  Beloved and devoted wife of George for almost 59 years.  Adored mother of Wendy (Dave), Bill (Rose), and Barry (Sandra).  Dearest grandma of Brandon (Sarah), Marlee (Luke), Jazmyne, Hailey (Chase), Jordyn, and Justin.   Cherished great grandma (Gigi) of Neila, Olivia,…

The passing of Frances (Fran) Caldwell Smith, formally of Matapedia, Quebec, occurred at Chapman House Hospice in Owen Sound, Ontario on January 16, 2021.  She was born in Matapedia, Quebec on February 14, 1941 to the late Robert (Ted) Caldwell and the late Freda Glidden. She is survived by her son Jeff (Laurie) of Owen…