Announcements

May 1, 1921 – September 29, 2025 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Shirley May Smith on September 29, 2025 at the age of 104. Cherished mother of Vaughn Smith (Linda; †2012) and Marlene Baird (Dan). Loving grandmother of Jason Campbell (Jennie), Stacey Levesque (Rob), and Ashley Rippey (Kevin). Loving great-grandmother of Alex Campbell (Hannah), Emily Campbell, Kyla Campbell, Graham Rippey, and Penelope Rippey. Loving great-great-grandmother of Tate Campbell. Shirley was predeceased by her beloved husband Clayton (†1986), her daughter Pat Jones (†2017) (Larry), her brother Chester Hyslop (†2016), and her parents Leslie and Janet Hyslop. Shirley enjoyed following the Blue Jays, loved to dance and  party, played the organ, loved to curl, enjoyed travelling, and going to Muskoka, having her hair done, and always had room for sweet treats from Carluke Orchards. Friends were invited to call at MILLER FUNERAL CHAPEL, 28 Caithness Street East, Caledonia on Thursday, October 2, 2025 from 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 p.m. The service was held at Grace United Church, 174 Caithness Street East, Caledonia on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. which lunch followed. Interment at Caledonia Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations to Diabetes Canada, Heart & Stroke, or to the charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated. Friends and family are invited to send condolences and sign the Book of Memories at www.millerfuneralchapel.ca

Christina passed away peacefully with her family by her side at her home in Victoria, B.C. On July 30,2025 at the age of 65. She will forever be missed by her partner Robert Braaten, her son’s Jonathan, Jeremiah, and step-daughter Amanda and three lovely grandchildren. She will be fondly remembered by her siblings Gene (Lorrie), Henry (predeceased by Linda), Claire (Barry), Geraldine, Anna (Al) and Evert. Christina is also predeceased by her parents Evert and Anna, her brothers,Teddy, Andy, Harry, Nick, and Joe. Christina was kind and compassionate and it showed in her many years as a nurse’s aide. Christina will be sadly missed and always in our hearts. A celebration of life has taken place in Victoria B.C.

The family of the late Murray Fleming wish to extend our heartfelt thanks for the many expressions of sympathy shown to us during our time of loss. A special thank you to Cooper Funeral Home for their care and guidance, to Jarvis Community Church for their support and for providing lunch following the funeral service, to Peggy Bartlett for leading the service and to the staff of West Haldimand General Hospital for their exceptional nursing, kindness, and compassion. We are deeply grateful to our friends and family for the many cards, flowers, donations and well wishes we received. Your thoughtfulness and support have been a great comfort to us. ♥  Anna Fleming & Family

May 21, 1933 – September 26, 2025 Dolores May Carter (nee Heitman) passed away peacefully at Garden City Manor, St. Catharines on Friday, September 26, 2025 at the age of 92. Preceded in death by her most loving husband Howard Carter (November 2024), her first husband Thomas Firth (October 2000), as well as precious grandson Michael Smedley (December 1992), three of her brothers and three of her sisters. Dolores is survived by her three children – Rick, Kathy (Nick) and Randy (Minnie), her brother Larry (Dorothy) and her sister Joan (late Orval). Sweet, loving grandmother to Christine, Krista, Laura (Jeff), and Kelly (Joe). Cherished “Gigi” to AJ, Ryan, Mylah, Brielle, Peyton and Hudson. Also survived by Howard’s children Mildred (Dan), Adrian (Janet), Wendy (Steve), Sandra (Bill), Peggy (Gurmit), and his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dolores will be very much missed by her many friends, former work colleagues, neighbors, and her church community. She was so blessed to find her partner Howard later in life, and the two of them enjoyed travelling together and visiting many beautiful destinations around the world. Her hobbies included crocheting, knitting, and cooking – she was an amazing chef! Cremation has taken place. Family and friends are invited to BALLARD MINOR FUNERAL HOME, 315 Broad Street East, Dunnville, on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. followed by a memorial service at 12 p.m. A private family interment will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Canada would be appreciated by the family. Friends are invited to send condolences and sign the Book of Memories at www.ballardminorfh.ca.

Peacefully surrounded by his wife of 41 years, Christine (nee Nigh), and his beloved children, Brittany (Josh) and Jorden, Ken slipped into the arms of the Lord and began his everlasting reward on Sunday September 21, 2025, at the Norfolk General Hospital, Simcoe. Ken’s biggest joy in life was his three beautiful grandchildren: Joel, Mila and Sadie Sullivan. Nothing brought Pop more joy than spending time at the arena watching his boy play and making his precious girls laugh. They will miss him terribly. Predeceased by his parents, Gord and June Best, he will be dearly missed by his siblings: George (Cheryl), Joyce Ann (Roger), and Marie (Dave)  Ken will be fondly remembered by his mother-in-Law  Elinor, and Christine’s siblings Howie (Lisa), Lindi, and Heather (Paul), as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and his life long friends, Wayne and Larry. Ken and Christine were the owners of Christine’s Bakery in Jarvis, and he took pride in the meals he created for all their wonderful customers and enjoyed whipping up delicious treats that became his specialty.  Ken loved his dogs, the Montreal Canadiens, and a good police show blasting on the TV at night. Our lives will all be a little less bright without him.  Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Ken’s Life will be held on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Simcoe Gospel Chapel, 4152 Hwy 3, Simcoe from 2 – 4 p.m. pm with memories of Ken to be shared at 3 p.m.  SERENITY BURIAL & CREMATION SERVICES INC., 361 Main Street, Port Dover (226) 290-9093 have been entrusted with the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family asks you to consider donations to the Alzheimer Society 645 Norfolk Street, Simcoe, Ontario N3Y or Ronald McDonald House, 1510 Main St W, Hamilton, Ontario L8S 1E3. Online condolences can be left at www.serenityburialandcremation.com

Murray Fleming passed away peacefully at West Haldimand General Hospital, Hagersville, surrounded by family, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength and devotion. He was the beloved husband of Anna, with whom he shared 70 wonderful years of marriage.  Born and raised in Jarvis, Murray lived all of his 89 years in the community he loved. He proudly owned and operated Fleming Motors, served as a dedicated member of the Jarvis Lions Club, the Walpole Antique Farm Machinery Association, was a volunteer firefighter at Station 3 Jarvis for 39 years, was an elder at Knox Presbyterian Church for many years and sat on the Haldimand Hydro Commission.  His commitment to family, friends, and neighbours was at the heart of his long and meaningful life. Murray will be deeply missed by his four sons—Gary (Marla), Wayne (Charlene), Bruce (Patti), and Gord (the late Carol)—and their families. He was a proud Papa to his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who brought him endless joy. Gary and Marla’s family includes Taryn (Colin) and their son Alton, as well as Noah (Brandi) and their daughter Annie. Wayne is the father of Katie (Jacob) and Nicole (Kyle) with their baby Georgia. Through Wayne’s partnership with Charlene, Murray’s life was further enriched by the presence of her daughters Tana (Miles) and their two children Cameron and Braeden,  Baylee (Kieren) and their four children Paisley, Abram, Leighton and Spencer, all of whom he welcomed as part of his extended family. Bruce and Patti’s family includes daughters Jodi (Jon) with their children Nell and Perry, and Jill (Mike) with their children Kylie and Hayden. Gord was predeceased by his wife Carol, and Murray continued to hold close her daughter SarahJane and her son Mark (Kristi) and grandson Kaden. Predeceased by his siblings Alma Krauskopf, Earle and Harvey.  His kindness, humour, and unwavering love for family will remain in their hearts forever. Friends were invited to call at COOPER FUNERAL HOME, 19 Talbot Street West, Jarvis on Monday, September 8, 2025 from 6-8 pm and again on Tuesday, September 9 from 11 a.m. -12:30 p.m., where the funeral service was held on Tuesday at 1 p.m.  Private family interment followed at Knox Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Jarvis.  If desired, donations to Norfolk Haldimand Community Hospice or West Haldimand Hospital and Healthcare Foundation would be appreciated by the family.  Friends are invited to send condolences and sign the Book of Memories at www.cooperfuneralhome.ca

‘Absent from the body, present with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.’ Ed  was born November 20,  1939 and passed peacefully on September 11, 2025 at St. Peters Hospital, in his 86th year. Beloved husband of Sylvia (nee Hampson) for 58 years, and together worked their dairy farm in York, Ontario. Loved father of Robin (Annette), Paul (Michelle), Karen Thomas (Duane) and Susan Cicero (Chris). Cherished grandfather of Alyshia (Bart), Melissa (Josh), Joshua, Grace, Brenna, Sydney, Wesley, Jovie, Lana and great-grandchildren Ethan and Kelsea. Ed was predeceased by his parents John and Amelia (Shannon) Tomlinson and siblings Bill and Rae Tomlinson. Friends will be received at Paramount Drive Alliance Church, 1035 Paramount Drive, Stoney Creek, on Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 9:30 a.m. until the Funeral Service which will begin at 11 a.m. A private family interment will be held in Unity Cemetery, Caledonia.  Online condolences and notes of sympathy may be left at www.donaldvbrown.ca

Laurel Evelyn Balsillie, aged 84 passed away peacefully early September 14, 2025, at her home in Luther Village, Waterloo. She was born Nov. 4, 1940, to parents James and Evelyn Brown, growing up in Jarvis, Ontario. She was predeceased by her husband of 46 years Raymond James Balsillie and leaves to your care her children, David Balsillie (Kathy), Jim Balsillie (Neve Peric) and Carol Balsillie (Dennis Tam), and eight grandchildren, Joshua, Rachel, Patrick, Jamie, Heather, Emily, Meredith and Daphne. She was also blessed with two great-grandchildren, Rowan and Finola. In her final months, she was surrounded by her family and supported by the wonderful staff at Luther Village. We are eternally grateful for their care and dedication. Laurel was trained as a school teacher but also enjoyed a career as a bookkeeper in Peterborough while raising her family. After moving to Waterloo, she found special joy in her friends and pets and was blessed to be close by to watch Emily and Meredith grow up. The family will be celebrating Laurel’s life at a special tea service for her community and close friends to be held at Luther Village, 141 Father David Bauer Dr., Waterloo in the Muskoka Room on Saturday, September 20th at 1:30pm. Condolences for the family or memorial donations to the Canadian Guide Dogs or a charity of your choice would be appreciated and may be arranged through the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home at www.erbgood.com or 519-745-8445.

Passed away peacefully at Grandview Lodge, Dunnville on September 14,2025 at the age of 101. Predeceased her husbands Ernest Warner (1973) and Toby Dares (1993) and her son Bruce Warner. Loving mother of Ernest (†Gloria) Warner. Cherished grandmother of William Warner. Friends and family are invited to call at BALLARD MINOR FUNERAL HOME, 315 Broad Street East, Dunnville on Friday, September 19, 2025 from 2-5 p.m. The funeral service for Myrtle will be held in the chapel on Saturday September 20,2025 at 11 a.m. Cremation will take place following the service. If so desired, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Friends are invited to send condolences and sign the Book of Memories at www.ballardminorfh.ca

November 19, 1955 – September 9, 2025 In loving memory of Bob, a passionate truck driver whose 42 years of dedication and love for the open road, defined his life, passed away peacefully at Norview Lodge, Simcoe on September 9, 2025 in his 70th year. Son of Robert Ronald Kett and Marjorie Webb. Beloved husband of 46 years to Nancy (Doyle). Loving father of Jeffrey Kett (Brie), and Michael Kett. Proud Peepaw of Holly Kett. Brother of Dianne Lampman (Bill deceased), Sandy VanGroningen (Bob), Barbara Hodder (Andrew), (Linda Rice deceased) (Hugh) (Deb deceased) Secord (Rick). Brother-in-law of Pat McClung (Ron), Vivian Lafranier (Joe), Bernard Doyle (Kim), Brian Doyle (Janice), and Cindy Murphy (Doug). Survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews. The family honoured his life with a visitation at Hyde & Mott Chapel of R.H.B. Anderson Funeral Homes Ltd., 60 Main St. S., Hagersville on Thursday, September 11, 2025 from 7-9 p.m. A memorial service was held in the chapel on Friday, September 12, 2025 at 1pm. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Parkinson Society.  www.rhbanderson.com. The family wishes to thank all the staff at Norview Lodge for their kindness and care to Bob.