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August 6, 1938 –September 26, 2026 Bev passed away peacefully with her brother Garry and sister-in-law Sharon by her side. She was predeceased by her parents, Alfred and Annie Stroud; and her siblings, Jack (†Betty), Doreen Ahonpa (†Erkki), Donna Kaytor (†John), Bob (Joyce), and Gail. Bev is survived by her brothers, Ray (Rhoda) and Garry (Sharon); and by many nieces and nephews. Bev had a successful career at Union Gas, and later at the Federal Government. Her home was at RVilla in Caledonia for the past 3½ years, where the staff provided great care and she made many friends. Bev lived a simple life and wished to continue it with cremation and a private family inurnment. Donations to the Hamilton/Burlington SPCA or the Alzheimer Society Foundation would be greatly appreciated by her family. Funeral arrangements entrusted to MILLER FUNERAL CHAPEL, Caledonia (905-765-2712). Friends and family are invited to send condolences and sign the Book of Memories at www.millerfuneralchapel.ca

March 21, 1926 – September 19, 2026 Bob passed away peacefully at Grandview Lodge on September 19, 2026, at the age of 100. Predeceased by his loving wife, Fay, after 69 years of marriage. Lovingly remembered by his children Karen Laing (Terry) and Poppa to their daughter Rebecca Whiting (Scott) and their children Hannah and James and Ken (Sharon) and Poppa to Alison (Manny) and Rob (Brittney) and their sons Weston and Maxwell. A special thank you to the staff at Grandview Lodge for their wonderful care and support of Bob. Friends of Bob and the family are invited to First Baptist Church, 114 Broad St E, Dunnville, on Tuesday September 29, 2026, with a visitation from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.; a brief service from 12-12:30pm, followed by fellowship and time to share memories. In memory of Bob, donations to Grandview Lodge or First Baptist Church would be appreciated by his family. Arrangements entrusted to BALLARD MINOR FUNERAL HOME, Dunnville, 905-774-7277. Friends are invited to send condolences and sign the Book of Memories at www.ballardminorfh.ca.

January 1, 1963 – September 20, 2026 With his family by his side, Tom passed away at the age of 63. He will be truly missed by those he has been survived by; his loving wife Susan Harris (née Shaw), his children Stephanie (Rico) and Michael (Melissa), his adoring grandchildren, Amelia, Ava, and Millie and his siblings Wendy and Sandra. As well as, his mother-in-law, many brother and sister in laws, and his nieces and nephews. He is now at peace, surrounded by those who went before, his parents Dorothy and Robert, siblings Bill and Shelley, brother-in-law, Larry, and nephew Willy. Tom was a devoted husband to his wife of 41 years, a loving father and the absolute best Grampie. His family was his world and the love he had for his children and grandchildren was truly special.  His favourite place to be was down south, drink in hand with his wife or on the back deck, music playing, with his grandchildren running around. He was a simple guy that truly enjoyed the simplicity of life. While there is an emptiness in our hearts that words cannot describe, we are grateful for every moment we were blessed to have him. How lucky we are to have had something that made saying goodbye so hard. Until we meet again. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be considered to either Norfolk Haldimand Community Hospice or East Seneca Church via e-transfer. eastsenecawhitechurch@gmail.com. Friends are invited to call at MILLER FUNERAL CHAPEL, 28 Caithness Street East, Caledonia on Saturday, September 26, 2026 from  2-4 p.m. Friends and family are invited to send condolences and sign the Book of Memories at www.millerfuneralchapel.ca

December 30, 1934 – September 19, 2026 Janette Stadder (nee Baker) passed away after a brief encounter with pancreatic cancer at her home at the age of 91 on September 19, 2026. Loving partner to Earl Stadder. Mother of Cathy Stadder Wise (Rick) and Grandmother to Sarah and Katie Wise. Mother of Douglas Earl Stadder and Grandmother to Rachel (Jakub), Emily (Luis), William (Bailey), Nolan (Alexia) and Kelly James Stadder and their Mother, Jayne Stadder. Born in Dunnville, Ontario to Mabel and Don Baker. She is survived by her siblings Beatrice McQuillen (Robert) , Tom Baker (Susan), John Baker (Faye) and Helen Green (Rhodes); predeceased by her siblings Barbara Cowan (Dave) and Bill Baker (Debbie). Beloved aunt to many nieces and nephews. She was raised in Dunnville, lived in Caledonia and Windsor, and spent her last 30 plus years back in Haldimand. Janette was the glue that held so many different relationships together. Whether as a mother/grandma/aunt/daughter/sister or friend, Janette lived her life in a way that showed us all the meaning of love, faith, and charity. In modern language, we may call her a generalist – she could bake a wicked pecan pie, milk the cows, or take shorthand as needed. She thought nothing of hopping in the car to drive to Windsor or Sudbury to see her grandchildren and shared her ‘gift of the gab’ with many patients as a volunteer with the Dunnville Hospital for over 20 years. She loved a good hockey game whether in person or on tv, and in her prime was an athlete in her own right.Special thanks to the palliative care team and the staff at Dunnville War Memorial Hospital for their support during this time and to all those who have been part of Janette’s healthcare over the years. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations made to the Dunnville Hospital and Healthcare Foundation or Faith Centennial United Church in Selkirk. Family and friends will be received on September 29, 2026, at the Ballard Minor Funeral Home, 315 Broad St. East, Dunnville from 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. A service will be held at Faith Centennial United Church, 28 Main St. West, Selkirk on September 30, 2026, at 11 a.m. with visitation one hour prior. Interment to happen privately. Friends are invited to send condolences and sign the Book of Memories at www.ballardminorfh.ca.

Passed away peacefully at Shalom Manor on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the late John Allen. Loving mother of Dennis (Ella) and Dave (Terri). Cherished grandmother of Greg (Alesha), Christina (Yaiby), Dale (Holly), Meredith, and Mason (Jen). Great-grandmother of Jaxon, Miller, Quinn, Blythe, Henry, and Faith. Sister of Peter (Florence) Zynomirski. Sister-in-law of John MacDonald and Mary Allen. Rose will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her brother John Zynomirski and his wife Catherine; sister-in-law Margaret MacDonald; brother-in-law James Allen; and nephew Bill MacDonald. Special thank you to Dr. Kobah and the 3rd-floor nursing staff at Haldimand War Memorial Hospital, Portal Village, Port Colborne, as well as Shalom Manor, Grimsby, for all their compassionate care for Rose. Family and friends are invited to call at Ballard Minor Funeral Home, 315 Broad Street East, Dunnville, on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, from 1 – 4 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, in the chapel. Interment Riverside Cemetery, Dunnville. In keeping with Rose’s penchant for all things pink, please feel free to wear something colourful, joyful, and hopeful. In lieu of flowers, donations to the 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.

October 18, 1956 – August 22, 2026 Dan surprised himself by living past 50. He lived quietly in a tiny house beside the Six Nations Reserve that overlooked fields down to the Grand River. He said it was the best place he had ever lived. Dan befriended everyone – people and dogs alike. He took two lunches to work so that he could share. He was “the old guy” on the volunteer fire department. He mailed books and letters to an elderly man who had no family but hoped for mail daily. He saved food for a stray pregnant dog and convinced others to save food as well. Dan found ways to make things work. On one occasion, when a visitor was told she could not bring her small dog into a retirement home while visiting a family member, he convinced her to put her dog on her head and wear it as a hat. Named after his great-grandfather, Donald (Dan) Matheson, he went by Dan for most of his life and was known simply as Danny, Dan, Uncle Dan, or more recently, great-uncle Dan. Dan signed his letters Y.U.D. – Your Uncle Dan. Like his father and brother, Dan had a beautiful bass-baritone singing voice and could carry a tune all on his own. Like his brother, he was also a perfect mimic. Dan was an avid reader, cartoonist, and writer of absolute nonsense. Two of his brothers-in-law once received a text that they were accompanying him to Australia for the Heavyweight Kangaroo Boxing Championships. He was founder and Chief Executive Officer of an elite group called Doctors Without Degrees, a group whose members joined by invitation only. Dan loved anything small that moved. From an early age he collected snakes, lizards, frogs, mice, baby rabbits, spiders. Once when visiting a friend, he captured and set-free bed bugs, thinking they were small beetles. Dan tried to protect those he knew and anything young, weak, disadvantaged, or in need of help. In this, he created great good, and on occasion great trouble. Dan faced illness with courage, stoicism, humor, determined independence, generosity, two packs of cigarettes per day, and a sister who equalled him in all these except the two packs. He gave up whiskey but kept some of the biting wit that went with it. Dan delayed letting people know about his illness. He wanted to avoid causing pain. He also hoped to see friends and family one more time. After making it to 50 and then past 60, he aimed for November of this year – just past his 70th birthday. He figured November would be a good time to die – after all the family birthdays had passed and with plans for Christmas pulling everyone into a happy future. Dan recently admitted this hope “might be overly optimistic”. Dan died at home on the farm he loved, with a picture of 128 Divadale, his childhood home by his bed. In the months before he died, Dan would

September 27, 1953 – September 16, 2026 Jim passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at the Stedman Community Hospice, Brantford, Ontario. The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to all the caregivers who provided such compassionate, loving, and dedicated care to Jim. Survived by his wife of 48 years, Joanne (Smelser), and their children, Jennifer McLeod (Ian), Jodie Williams (John), and Josh Swing (Jenelle). Loving Grandpa to Charlie, Tanner, and Felix. Step-Grandpa to Brooke, Taylor, Kaellum, Destiny, and Lawson.He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Janet Mohl (Bill†), Catherine Booker (Sheldon), and Bruce Smelser (Marylynne). Predeceased by his sister, Betty Schaeffer† (Denzel†); Joyce Schumacher† (Harvey); Frank Swing† (Judy); Margaret Wilkins†; and Patricia Lewis† (Bill†). Jim will be fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends. Jim was a proud member of the Fisherville Lions Club for 20+ years and has requested donations be made to the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides or the Fisherville Lions Club. Jim was very passionate about raising funds to support those in need with a Dog Guide—in particular, Autism Support Dog Guides. As per Jim’s wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be a private family interment at a later date.Funeral arrangements entrusted to COOPER FUNERAL HOME, Jarvis (519-587-4414). Friends and family are invited to send condolences and sign the Book of Memories at www.cooperfuneralhome.ca.

Peacefully at RVilla Caledonia on September 15, 2026, in her 100th year. Loving and adored mother to Doug and Angie, Brian and Kirsten, Daryl and Lynn.  Proud nana to Tanner, Christopher, Brianna and Scott, Haldan and Ashlyn, Kendra and Dalton, Justyn and Giuliana, Collin and Sophie.  Special great-nana to Payton, Jolene, Alice and Nico.  Survived by her sister-in-law Emma Jean Bacher, and her many nephews and their families.  Predeceased by her siblings Ruth Smith (Hugh), Glen Bacher (Jean), Dorothy Bacher, Carl Bacher, Bill Bacher, and nephew Kevin. Shirley passed many hours crocheting blankets, and playing a good game of cards. She enjoyed baking for family and friends and taste testing every dessert; some more than once. She loved sending and receiving greeting cards for any occasion.  But foremost, Shirley loved any opportunity that allowed her to be with her family and enjoying time with them. Longtime member of St. Paul’s Anglican Church and their Altar Guild. Shirley attained the title “The Pie Lady” for her years of service at the church suppers.  She loved conversations with all who called and visited with her more recently at her home at RVilla. The family would like to thank the staff of RVilla for their care and kindness over the last few years. The family will honour her with a service at St. Paul’s Anglican Church Caledonia on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 11 a.m. Interment Caledonia Cemetery. In Shirley’s memory, expressions of sympathy can be made to her church or the charity of one’s choice. Arrangements by Hyde & Mott Chapel, Hagersville.  www.rhbanderson.com

November 25, 1942 – September 14, 2026 At the West Haldimand General Hospital, Hagersville on Monday September 14, 2026.  Charlene (Montour) DeMille age 83 years.  Wife of the late Frank (Butch) DeMille.  Loving mother of Vince and Tracy, Angie and Ron Sugg, and Todd and Toni.  Dear grandmother of Lindsay, Zack, Raymond, Troy, Adam, Chelsea, Alyssa, and Tyler. Great-grandmother of Kaysen, Alex, Eden, Lyla, Jax, Tenly, and Knox.  Sister of Joan, Sandra, George, Gail, and the late Carol. Dear friend of Fran Chrysler.  Also survived by many nieces and nephews. A celebration of her life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, Br.#164, Hagersville from 2-4 p.m. on Friday September 18, 2026.  Arrangements by Hyde & Mott Chapel, Hagersville.  www.rhbanderson.com

May 7, 1946 – September 4, 2026 Peacefully, in her sleep, in her 81st year, Elayne completed her journey on earth. Elayne will be dearly missed by George Wardell, her beloved husband of 59 years. Mother of Glenn Wardell and Lynn Wardell Aitchison and her husband, Robert Aitchison. Cherished Nana of Dustin (Stephanie), Jordan, Jacob (Ashley), Nakita (Connor), Jarrod and Clinton, and Great-Grandmother of Maisie, Everett, Eden, Elliot and Elias. Sister of Joan Church. Sister-in-law of Jay and Carol Hoover, Shirley Cookson, Linda Silverthorne and Russ Robinson. Aunt and Great-Aunt to many nieces and nephews. Elayne will also be missed by many cousins and friends. Elayne, originally from Jarvis, was the daughter of the late Leonard and Margaret Church. Daughter-in-law of the late Alfred and Annie Wardell and the late Margaret Silverthorne. Predeceased by her sisters, Janet Church and Linda Miedema; brothers, John Chuch and Earl Church; sisters-in-law, Lillian Robinson, Marion Kindree and Pat Jamieson; and brothers-in-law, Gord Kindree, Jim Cookson, Larry Silverthorne and Joe O’Reilly. Elayne was an elementary schoolteacher with the Grand Erie District School Board for over fifty years. Elayne was passionate about teaching children, to the point that her fascination with learning and discovering new things was infectious and demonstrated for many children that learning can be fun. As per Elayne’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be set at a future date. https://tranquilitycremation.com/margaret-elayne-wardell/  Over the last ten years of her life, Elayne battled both Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia with determination and tenacity. Donations to The Alzheimer Society in memory of Elayne would be appreciated by the family. https://alzda.donorsupport.co/page/donate