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Passed away peacefully on Tuesday August 12, 2025, in her 95th year. Loving mother of John, Sheila (Rod) Williams.  Cherished Bamma of Kevin Sullivan. Predeceased by her husband Ted Barrey,  her stepdaughter Diane (Bern) Dobbin, her parents John and Beatrice Newman, her siblings Lorne (Mary), Thomas, Grace (Fred) Carter, Russell (Lillian), Dorothy (Brock) Gains and her in laws Frank and Florence Barrey. Mary will be sadly missed by her nieces and nephews †Bill Gains, †Doug (†Frances) Gains,  Anne (Paul) Miron, †Brock (Tina) Gains, †Michael (Nancy) Newman, Christine Newman, Kevin (Fayetta) Newman and their families. Mary was the youngest daughter of John and Beatrice Newman.  She grew up on the family farm on King’s Row just outside of Dunnville.  She went to a one classroom schoolhouse for her primary education, and then to Dunnville Secondary School. Mary took commercial classes in high school, and then she worked for several years doing payroll in the Fabrics office prior to having her children. In later years Mary worked at Essex Wire and Bick’s Pickles. Mary’s faith was very important to her. She was a devote Roman Catholic, and a member of the Catholic Women’s League for over 60 years. Mary married Ted Barrey on September 24, 1960, and became a stepmother to Diane.  The following year they welcomed their son, John. Three years later their daughter, Sheila, was born. A year and a half later, they became grandparents to Kevin.  She was a great Mom and Bamma! Mary enjoyed time at the lake, family get togethers, baking, sewing and bowling.  In her later years, she also enjoyed doing jigsaw puzzles and the Sudoku puzzle in the Spectator. Special thanks to the staff at Maple Grove Place, Doctor Ezzat, Michaela Morton, the Health at Home nurses, especially Ricki, and the staff of Haldimand War Memorial Hospital for their compassionate care. Special thanks to Anne and Paul Miron, Kathryn and Selina Stengel and Shirley Yzerman for all their support. Friends called at BALLARD MINOR FUNERAL HOME, 315 Broad Street East, Dunnville on Thursday August 14, 2025 from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. Parish Prayers took place at 2 p.m. Funeral Mass was held at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 201 Alder Street West, Dunnville on Friday August 15, 2025 at 11 a.m. Interment St. Michael’s Catholic Cemetery, Dunnville. If so desired, donations to St. Michael’s Catholic Church or Dunnville Hospital & Healthcare Foundation would be appreciated.  Friends are invited to send condolences and sign the Book of Memories at www.ballardminorfh.ca.

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Karen Jury peacefully at her home, with her husband by her side, on Monday, August 4, 2025 in her 65th year. Beloved wife of Wayne for 27 years. Loving mother of David and his wife Liz and of Jason. Sister-in-law of Glen and Trisha.  Daughter-in-law of Jack and Sylvia Jury. A big thank you to Heather Fountaine for the care Karen received. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Interment Wesley United Church Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to COOPER FUNERAL HOME, Jarvis (519-587-4414). Friends are invited to send condolences and sign the Book of Memories at www.cooperfuneralhome.ca

The family of the late Dave Nagel would like to express our gratitude to relatives, friends and coworkers for the condolences, cards, flowers, and charitable donations made in memory of our dear brother and uncle. Thanks to Bill Lofthouse and staff of Hyde and Mott  Funeral Home for their professionalism and guidance. Thanks to Pastor Andrew Cottrill for his comforting service. Thank you to the staff at Leisure Living and Grandview Lodge for their care and compassion. A special thanks to Dave’s nephews Mike, Steve, Matt, Shawn, Brent, and Al for being pallbearers and wearing Leaf jerseys. Uncle Dave would have loved that!

Passed away peacefully at the Haldimand War Memorial Hospital on Monday August 4, 2025 at the age 87.   Predeceased by her parents James and Jessie Cripps, her husband Earl (2017) and her son James (2019) and her sister-in-law Joyce Jantzi. Loving mother of Kathryn Stengel. Cherished grandmother of Selina Stengel. Jean will be deeply missed by her fur baby Ben. Friends were invited to call at BALLARD MINOR FUNERAL HOME, 315 Broad Street East, Dunnville on Friday August 8, 2025 from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m.  Funeral service was held at Knox Presbyterian Church, 223 Lock Street West, Dunnville on Saturday  August 9, 2025 at 11 a.m. Private inurnment Knox Presbyterian Cemetery, Jarvis. Special thanks to East Haldimand Hospice, Dr. Elizabeth Blake, Dr. Ayoob, all the “Angels of Mercy” at HWMH, Rev. Mark Lewis as well as friends and family who have supported us through this journey. If so desired, donations to Dunnville Knox Presbyterian Church or Dunnville Hospital & Healthcare Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Friends are invited to send condolences and sign the Book of Memories at www.ballardminorfh.ca.

It is with heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Robert Peter Simons on Thursday, July 31, 2025. A wonderful Husband, Dad and Grandfather. Predeceased by his parents Jean and Speed Simons. He leaves behind his wife of 56 years, Linda Bernice (Burrill), his children, Jenifer (Robert) Dallaway, Dawn (Micah) Bate and Jeffrey (Lisa) Simons, his grandchildren, William, Kennedy (Patrick), Makayla (Phil), Tyrell, David and Zack, great-grandchildren, Emery, Alora and Kahlani. Bob will be missed by his nieces and nephews. A Celebration of His Life will take place at South Cayuga Community Church on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 11 a.m., followed by a light lunch. Family and friends are welcome to join us. Arrangements entrusted to COOPER FUNERAL HOME, Jarvis (519-587-4414). Friends are invited to send condolences and sign the Book of Memories at www.cooperfuneralhome.ca.

June 5, 1932 – August 1, 1925 We are sad to say that we had to suddenly say goodbye to our incredible Mom on Friday, August 1, 2025. Lotte was predeceased by her husband John, her sons Fred and Steven, and her siblings Lawrence and Johanna. Survived by her children Loretta, John, Edward and Catherina. Also survived by her sister Greta Roy. She was the grandma to 13, great-grandma to 21 and great-great grandma to 4. Lotte was born in Rotterdam, Netherlands on June 5, 1932. Her parents were Louise and Cornelius Scheffers. Lotte immigrated to Canada when she was 19. Here she married her husband John and raised their family. The kids grew up mostly in Haldimand where Lotte demonstrated hard work daily by being out there milking cows, feeding calves, running a rabbit operation and finally starting a nut farm later in life. Lotte was always willing to help those in need – whether it was family, strangers, or a local charity. Lotte was a member of St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Jarvis and lived a life of strong faith. Cremation has taken place. A private Celebration of Life will take place at a later date at Christ’s Church Cathedral in Hamilton. Donations may be made to the Firestone Institute for Respiratory Health, Crohn’s & Colitis Canada, Hamilton Burn Trama Unit or any Animal Rescue.

Clayton Arthur Spears was born in Coburg, Ontario on July 17, 1940, to Art and Inez Spears. He passed away at Hamilton General Hospital on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. Clayton is survived by his wife Helen, son Scott, daughter-in-law Kim, granddaughter Mackenzie, great-grandson Thomas, and brothers Ron and Wayne and their families. Clayton married Helen Radder December 21, 1962 in Wallaceburg, Ontario. They raised one son, Scott David Spears. Clayton joined the Royal Bank of Canada at the age of 16 in Hastings, Ontario.  He then worked in Wallaceburg, Durham, Oakville and Fisherville. Clayton was a proud Lions Club member from 1965 to the present. He was also an avid volunteer and chaired many festivals, parades and “Fun Days” in the Fisherville, Cayuga and Selkirk areas. Friends are invited to call at MILLER FUNERAL CHAPEL, 28 Caithness Street East, Caledonia on Wednesday, August 6, 2025 from 2 – 6 p.m.  Private interment to follow at Cayuga Riverside Cemetery.  A celebration of Clayt’s life will be held at the Fisherville District Lions Community Centre, 18 Main Avenue West, Fisherville on Sunday, August 24, 2025 from 12-4 pm.  Friends and family are invited to send condolences and sign the Book of Memories at www.millerfuneralchapel.ca

Passed away suddenly at the Hamilton General Hospital on Tuesday, July 29, 2025 in his 92nd year. Beloved husband of the late Cynthia Cowan (nee Lloyd – 2022).  Loving father of Allan Cowan of Strathmore, AB, Wayne Cowan of Simcoe, Scott Cowan (Martha) of Delhi, Susie Armstrong (Steven) of Delhi and the late Jeff Cowan (2021), his wife Wendy of Simcoe. Cherished grandfather and great-grandfather of Matthew (Kyra), son Wylder; Cody (Laree);  Trevor (Keri); Tara, her children Avery and Lucas;  Andrew;  David (Renee), children Dylan, Thomas and Kaia; Justin; and Sarah, her son Eli.  Lovingly remembered by many siblings. Friends are invited to share their memories of Roy with his family at the JASON SMITH FUNERAL CHAPEL, 689 Norfolk St. North Simcoe for visitation on Friday, August 1st, 2025 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.  A funeral service will be held in the chapel on Saturday morning at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Jamie Shurr officiating.  Interment:  Walsh United Cemetery.  Those wishing to donate in memory of Roy are asked to consider the Tim Hortons Foundation Camps. Personal online condolences at www.smithfuneralchapel.com  (519) 426-0199

September 24, 1943 – July 29, 2025 Peacefully at Juravinski Hospital, Hamilton on Tuesday July 29, 2025 in his 82nd year. Loving husband of 61 years to Janet (Hoover) Rutka.  Dear father of Jeffrey, and Jeremy. Grandfather of Noah, Christy, and Emma. Brother of Shirley (Bob), and the late Sophie (Bill), Alex (Janet), George (Jean), and Vera (Bill).  Brother-in-law to Dale (Joanne), Charlie (deceased) (Marg), and the late Dorothy, John (Wilma), Ruth (Alvin), Nancy (George), and Blake (Edna).  Also survived by many nieces and nephews, and dear friend Bevey. Nick raised his family in Tapleytown, Ontario, on an acre lot which was part of the original Rutka homestead where they lived for 33 years, the sight of the infamous hayrides and pig roasts. He spent his entire 35 year career at Stelco, and then retired and moved to Jarvis, Ontario to be closer to Janet’s family, where Nick continued to work as everyone’s favourite umpire in several baseball leagues. His ability to be loud came in handy. He also loved to fish and travel and spend time with family and friends. The Rutka home was always a welcoming space for walk-ins as they were Block Parents, and many family and friends lived/stayed there throughout the years.  Thanks to Careylinski for this loving memory. He was happy to help anyone in need, and dedicated his life to volunteering where he spent countless hours with Senior Support Services, REACH, and Child and Family Services of Grand Erie. The family will honour his life with visitation at Hyde & Mott Chapel of R.H.B. Anderson Funeral Homes Ltd., 60 Main St., S., Hagersville on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., where Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday August 6, 2025 at 11 a.m.  Cremation to follow. Donations to, Senior Support Services, Child and Family Services of Grand Erie, or the charity of your choice are appreciated.   www.rhbanderson.com