Announcements

September 8, 1963 – August 20, 2024 It is with very heavy hearts that the family of Rhonda Marie Shepherd (nee Swayze) announces her passing into God’s loving arms on August 20, 2024 after a brief, unexpected but strong battle with cancer. Truly beloved wife of Patrick Shepherd, awesome and forever dedicated mother to Kyle Shepherd (Stephanie) and Antaya “Andie” Shepherd (Mitchell Patterson), and extra special grandma to Valerie Shepherd who was her cards and games buddy. Also survived by loving and caring parents John and Lynda Swayze, sister Julie, niece Leiah and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Predeceased by close-knit grandparents Andy and Gladys Berry and William “Roy” and Beulah Swayze, Nfld aunts/uncles Beat, Ivy and Melvin, Kay and Harry, Uncles Ron and Doug Berry, Charlie and Ruth Berry, Mabel and Jack Saunders (RAF), Uncle Ron Swayze (RCAF), Aunt Catherine Culver and cousin Mike Swayze. Rhonda took great pride in her son, daughter and granddaughter while always putting their needs and wants above her own, always. She was super supportive of their sports, dance and their many other activities, always thinking of little ways to make whatever they were doing special. It was her pride and joy to work in her yard year-around and decorating her home to make it a welcoming place for her family and friends. She also enjoyed watching the deer daily from her home and helping to protect them whenever she could. Her annual summer trip to Newfoundland was a highlight for her each year, especially when we would drive “out around the bay” to watch the whales. She was an avid reader of Stephen King books and always loved music. Rhonda would often listen to music as she went about her day while having a knack for remembering the names and lyrics from new and older songs, even her grandpa’s favourites. She took pride in baking her grandma’s and other family recipes. She also loved to visit in person and on the phone with those who were near and dear to her and she always had a special place in her heart for close friends and relatives Ken and Donna and Diane (Nfld), Aunt Juanita, Audra and Audrius and their two children who quickly became Rhonda’s “adopted” kids, Bruce and Olga Nevils, Debbie and Fred, Roydon and Esther and the rest of the Dunn Parish for which she dedicated many hours as Treasurer, and her dedicated friends Susanne Austin, Janet Stubbs, Deb and others who helped to make pie making and so many other events at Grandview School such a success. Visitation for Rhonda took place on Thursday August 22 from 6-8 p.m., Friday August 23 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at BALLARD MINOR FUNERAL HOME, 315 Broad Street East, Dunnville 905-774-7277.  Funeral service was held on Saturday August 24 at 10:30 a.m. at Christ Church, Port Maitland. Interment Port Maitland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Christ Church Restoration Fund (Dunn Anglican Parish) or the St. Catharine’s General Hospital would be very much

June 23, 1950 – August 18, 2024 With sadness, we announce the passing of Bonnie Mae Weiderick, on August 18, 2024, at Stedman Community Hospice, Brantford, after almost a 7 year journey of battling cancer. Bonnie was well known in her birthplace town of Hagersville, where she lived an active life. She found pleasure in her apartment, shopping downtown, visits with family and friends, walking, biking, jogging, reading and Bible studies. She loved her late cat, BJ, shopping trips, cooking, doing crafts and gardening. Bonnie was predeceased by her parents, Karl and Julia Weiderick, her younger brother, Garry and cousins, Leon Liebler and Grace and George Peterson. She is survived by cousins, Carol (Mario) Di Persio, Joanne (Gerry) Vitiello, Donna (the late John) Vogel, Jerry Weiderick, Joyce (the late George) Jackson, Marion Liebler. as well as the children of her cousins. Bonnie was also greatly supported and cheered by cards, letters, visits and gifts of food during her illness. Special thanks to her nurse, Clysen, dearest friends, Marlene Burger, Virginia Benner, Marion Baer, Diane Secord, Barbara Black, her landlord, Carlo Zanon, her church friends and her pastors, Pastor Andrew Cottrill and Rev. John Makey. Her funeral service will be held at Fisherville Trinity Lutheran Church, 30 Erie Ave. North, at 11 a.m., August 31, 2024. Final arrangements through the Hyde & Mott Funeral Chapel, Hagersville. If desired, donations in Bonnie’s memory would be appreciated to the Stedman Community Hospice, 445 Grey Street, Brantford, N3X 6S1, 519-751-7096, where Bonnie received the kindest and most compassionate care in the past month.(Cremation has taken place.) www.rhbanderson.com

Peacefully at Macassa Lodge in Hamilton on Saturday, August 17, 2024, in her 104th year, surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by sons Donald (Annie), Douglas (Barb), grandchildren Tracy (Adrian), Bradley (Lindy), and many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Mary lived a very full life caring for her family and was an active member of her church. She loved to travel with her husband (late Gordon Gilbart) and their various dogs. The family would like to thank all the wonderful, caring staff at Macassa Lodge, where Mary resided for the past 7 years. We are forever grateful for the enrichment they all provided in Mary’s convalescence. A grave side memorial and celebration of life will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Waterford, Thompson Rd. E. on Thursday, August 22,  2024 at 1:30 p.m. Arrangements entrusted with Glendinning Funeral Home, Port Rowan, On. 36 Front Road N0E1M0; 519-586-2901

February 13, 1953 – August 18, 2024 Leonard Armstrong, a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2024, at Norfolk General Hospital. He is survived by his devoted wife, Donna Armstrong. Leonard was a loving father to Lisa Roth (husband Sean) and their children, Jessica and Tim, Lindsay and Kyle; Charity Schaeffer (husband Randy) and their children, Darrel and Nikki, Rachael and Adam, Nicole and Zack, Jacob and Patricia; and Angie DeVries (husband Wesley) and their children, Caleb, Clayton and Kassie, Cassidy and Dylan, and Caylee. He was also blessed with 11 great-grandchildren: Eliza, Myra, Atticus, Isaac, Brooklyn, Ace, Harley, Mia, Myles and Quincy. The funeral service for Leonard Armstrong will take place at Sweets Corners Christian Church, 5356 Rainham Road, on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 2 p.m. A private graveside committal will be held at a later date. www.rhbanderson.com

Peacefully with his family by his side at the West Haldimand General Hospital, Hagersville on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Predeceased by his parents Jabez (Jay) and Lelah (Wilson) Slack. Loving husband of 61 years to Judy (Hoskin) Slack. Loving father of Lori Slack (Rick Meyer) and Lynda (Dave) Winger. Amazing grandpa to Nicholas, Joshua, Travis Mitchell, Jake and Riley Winger. Loving great pa to Teira, Marlee, Ronnie, Maddox and Eleanor Mitchell. Survived by his siblings Ross (Fern) Slack, Elaine Hall, Bruce Slack, brother -in-law to Jerry Swing, Jan (Rick) Phibbs as well as sister-in-law Marie Slack, Marianne Verduyn as well as many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his siblings Gord (Olga) Slack, Ken Slack, Wray (Evelyn) Slack, Lawrence (Delores) Slack, Mary (Arnold) Howard, Gloria (Cliff) Cuthbertson, Ron Slack, Glen Slack as well as sisters-in-law Joyce Swing, Lynn Slack and brothers-in-law Keith Hall, Bob (Betty) Smith and Jim Hoskin. Cremation has taken place. A private family service will be held. SERENITY BURIAL AND CREMATION SERVICES INC. 361 Main Street, Port Dover (226) 290-9093 have been entrusted with the arrangements. For those wishing to make a memorial donation in memory of Keith they are asked to consider Operation Smile, P.O. Box 235, Stn Main Markham, Ontario L3P 9Z9 or the Salvation Army, 184 Colborne St North, Simcoe, Ontario N3Y 3V3. Online condolences can be left at www. serenityburialandcremation.com

Passed away peacefully at Hamilton General Hospital on August 15, 2024 in her 82nd year. Predeceased by her husband Robert Walter Jantzi (2021) and her parents Menno Earl Stengel and Gertrude Elizabeth (Davis) of Selkirk, brother Earl Raymond Stengel (2017) and nephew James Earl Stengel (2019). Survived by sister-in-law Jean Stengel (Cripps), nieces Kathryn Stengel and Selina Stengel. Joyce is predeceased by her brother-in-law Paul Jantzi (2011). Survived by brother-in-law Bruce Jantzi, and sister-in -law Joyce Bauman (Lloyd). Survived by nephews and nieces Rebecca (Nick) Bauman, Christina (Bauman) and husband Kevan Arjune, Robin (Jantzi) and husband Matt Gallant and Shawn Jantzi and their families. Joyce worked at the Unemployment Office in Simcoe from 1960-1967 and then in Hamilton from 1967 until retiring in 1997. Joyce was a member of the Pilgrim Lutheran Church, Hamilton. Special thanks to Summit Heights Retirement Home, and the caring nurses, Physicians and Palliative Team on 7 South at HGH who ensured that Joyce lived with dignity. Special thanks to cousins Sylvia and Tony Filice, for their unwavering support, and dedication to Joyce. Cremation has taken place. Family will receive friends at CRESMOUNT FUNERAL HOME, 322 Fennell Ave. E., on Monday, August 26, 2024 from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. A private interment to be held at the Sweets Corners Union Cemetery, Rainham Township. Donations in memory of Joyce to Pilgrim Lutheran Church Hamilton, or a charity of your choice would be sincerely appreciated.

Joy was the beloved wife to her late husband William Alan Guest (2022), and devoted mother to Pamela Fletcher (Donald) and Terry (Kimberley). She was the cherished grandmother to Scott (Ashley), Keri (Dave), Jasmine (Matthew), Cameron (Lindsay) and Millar (Kiana). Dearly loved daughter of the late Robert and Beulah Sutor (nee Pridmore). Caring and loyal sister to the late Jack Sutor (Joan) and Ferne Nash (late Raymond). Unbreakable loving ties to Clarence (Gail), Robert (Marilyn), and the late Bill Sutor (late Lois). Dear sister-in-law to Joy Kohler (late Jack). Sadly missed by many cousins in the Sutor and Pridmore families. Joy was an extraordinary aunt to Greg (Debbie), Douglas, Janice (Terry), Michael (Patricia), Patricia, Robert, David (Kathy) and John (Caroline) and their families. Cremation has taken place. A graveside service will be held at the Windecker Cemetery, N. Cayuga Township, Haldimand County, ON will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to your local animal shelter (Humane Society) would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.biemanfuneralhome.com (Bieman Funeral Home, 3970 Hamilton Road, Dorchester, ON N0L 1G2 – (519)-268-7672 – in charge of arrangements)

With deep sadness we share the passing of Loretta (Chick) Dickhout on July 3, 2024 in Orwell, New York at the age of 85. She will be sadly missed by her son, Stephen. Loretta was predeceased by husband, Graham;  parents, William and Mary McDonald; brothers Bren and Lou; sisters Jean, Joan, and Rose; mother-and father-in-law, Gladys and Merton; sisters-in-law, Hilda and Pearl,  and brothers-in-law, Trav and Larry. Loretta was born in Bishop’s Falls Newfoundland on July 23, 1938.  She was educated by the Presentation Sisters in Bishop’s Falls, NL, and earned her RN at St. Joseph’s Hospital School of Nursing in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia. She nursed at Botwood Cottage Hospital in NL for a short while, but as a newly graduated nurse moved to Dunnville and embarked on a successful nursing career at Haldimand War Memorial Hospital, in the ER, on the Surgical and Cardiac floors, and as Evening Supervisor.  She later became Director of Care at Grandview Lodge in Dunnville. She moved with her husband, Graham and son, Stephen to the US and continued her nursing career as Director at Willing Helpers Home for Women in Johnstown, NY.  Loretta was a resident-volunteer nurse at Unity Acres in Orwell for over 20 years, until the time of her death. Since 2004 Loretta spent summers at her cottage on Lake Erie in Dunnville where she enjoyed the evening sunsets, fellowship at Sherbrooke Baptist Church, and the company of family and friends. She is survived by sisters-in-law Roberta House, Heather Dickhout, Vicky Cowlin, and Gloria Tobin, as well as numerous nieces and nephews in Canada and England.  She will be sadly missed by her co-workers, the many residents, and members (past and present) of the Unity Acres Community. Special thanks to Hospice of Jefferson County and Joan Shea (niece) who cared for her during her final weeks. A Funeral Service was held at Sacred Heart Chapel, Unity Acres.  A Committal Service will be held in Dunnville at Sherbrooke Baptist Church on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. with burial at Highbanks Cemetery.  Lunch will be served following the service. She was a woman of strength and determination, strong faith, love for her family and friends, and protective of her son.  Her motto in life:  ‘Your work is your prayer’. In memory of Loretta, donations may be made to Unity Acres online at unityacres.org. 

April 16, 1954 – August 7, 2024 After an intense 2 year battle with cancer, Julie went to be with her Saviour. Beloved feisty wife of Brian for almost 52 years. Supermom to Paul, Amanda (Chad) and Scott (Jennifer). Fantastic Nana to Alexis, Devin, Dominique, Sofia, Nina, Zachary, and Rowan. Julie was a firecracker in life and will be missed by all those who took the time to know her well. She had a strong personality and a strong faith. She spent much of her life blessing others, especially with her sewing, knitting, and crocheting. Her Lord has called her home, “Well done my good and faithful servant.” Julie lived well. Until we meet again. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Bob Kemp Hospice in her memory. Arrangements entrusted to COOPER FUNERAL HOME, Jarvis (519) 587-4414. Friends are invited to sign The Book of Memories at www.cooperfuneralhome.ca

January 6, 1927 – August 6, 2024 It is with great sadness that the family of Tom Inglis announce his peaceful passing at Edgewater Gardens on August 6, 2024, in his 98th, surrounded by his family. Tom was born on January 6, 1927 in Stirling, Scotland. His family arrived in Canada when Tom was 2 and eventually settled in Dunnville. He drove transport for Phillips for several years and was later employed as Foreman for the Town of Dunnville Public Works. He served as a volunteer firefighter for the Town of Dunnville and was a former member of the Dunnville Lions Club. Tom spent many hours entertaining and spoiling his grandchildren. He loved the farm, his horses and enjoyed leisurely buggy rides on country roads. Tom is survived by his loving wife Mona (Meyer) of 65 years, daughter Anne Marie (Rob) Queh and son, Scott (Carmen) Inglis; his grandchildren, Liam, Niall and Aubin Queh and Katherine (Isaac) Thomas, Ethan and Jaxon Inglis, and great grandchildren Aaliyah, Clara and Isiah Thomas.  Also survived by his sisters -in-law June Inglis and Mabel († Pat) Livingstone, brothers-in-law Ed Meyer (Kathleen), Bob Slaght (†Martha), Joe Wiseman († Isabelle). Predeceased by his parents, Peter and Catherine Inglis, brothers Peter (Doris) and Bill, sisters Katherine Kriter  (Stan) and Isabelle (Lloyd Wilson). He was uncle to many nieces and nephews and is remembered by his extended family and friends. Our family would like to thank Edgewater Gardens for their respect, compassion, and patience as they provided care for Tom over the past few years.  If desired, memorial donations to Edgewater Gardens Residential Council, Dunnville Hospital and Healthcare Foundation or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Family will receive friends at BALLARD MINOR FUNERAL HOME, 315 Broad Street East, Dunnville 905-774-7277 on Sunday August 11th from 2-5 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church, 203 Alder Street West, Dunnville on Monday August 12th at 11 a.m.  Inurnment Woodlawn Cemetery, Dunnville. Friends are invited to send condolences and sign the Book of Memories at www.ballardminorfh.ca.