Announcements

December 26, 1931 – December 8, 2025 Ada Beatrice Nemett (née Stark), formerly of Hagersville, Ontario, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, December 8, 2025, in St. Thomas, Ontario, at the age of 93. Born on December 26, 1931, in Cayuga, Ontario, she was the daughter of Helen (née Davidson) and Walter James Stark and was raised on the family farm in Cayuga. Ada was predeceased by her husband, Leslie Nemett, and her son Robert “Moon” Nemett. She is survived by her children Diane (Nemett) Donaldson, James “Jim” Nemett, Gary “Red” Nemett (and his wife Penny), and Leslie Nemett Jr. Ada was the grandmother of Jodie Donaldson, Braun Nemett, Rory Nemett, Matthew Nemett, Jamie Joe Nemett, and Sarah Rheault (and her husband Ricky); great-grandmother of Brandon (and Desiri), Shona, Brodie Shaye, Aiden, Evan, and Isabel; and great-great-grandmother of Amilia (daughter of Brandon and Desiri). She is also survived by her sister Laura Brown, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Ada worked for many years as the custodian at Parkview Elementary School, where she was well known and warmly regarded by staff, students, and families. She later became a beloved resident of her nursing home community in St. Thomas. A funeral service and burial will be held in the spring, with details to be announced at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Hyde & Mott Chapel, Hagersville, www.rhbanderson.com

Peacefully on Saturday December 6, 2025 at the Norfolk General Hospital, Simcoe, ON. Dearly beloved wife of David. Loving mother of Drew and Willo, Shelley and Jeff, Joanne, Jay and Ann. Dear grandmother of Caitlin, Matthew, Joesph, Amber, Victoria, Bridget, Piper and Riley. Kim will be dearly missed by her sisters Gloria and John Gallaugher, Peggy and Cliffy and her late brother Douglas. Loving aunt of Jennifer Kennedy and Lindsay.   A graveside service will be held on Friday December 12, 2025 at 1 p.m. at Gore Cemetery, Onedia. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Hyde & Mott Funeral Home Hagersville, www.rhbanderson.com

After a life well lived and well loved, Gayle passed away peacefully on Friday, December 5, 2025. She is survived by her soulmate, loving husband, Brian. Their meeting at Hagersville Teen Town would mark the beginning of much love and laughter, and a true partnership for 60 years. Gayle was a constant guiding light to her children, Shana Peart (Don), Erin Riel (Ray), and Kyle Hagan. She was a proud and cherished grandma to Emaleigh and Davin Peart; Adin and Lauren Fretz; Owen Riel; Julija Christanson and their partners; and five great-grandchildren. Surviving siblings are Doug Wilson (Barbara), Connie Morrison (Dick), Judy Atkinson (Tom), and Donna Ireland (Daryl); and brothers-in-law Stan Atkinson and Russ Beaurivage. Predeceased by parents Harold (Jamie) and Donna Wilson, and sisters Carol Lee Atkinson and Karen Beaurivage. Gayle was co-owner of Home ‘N Hearth Craftworks and made many other quieter contributions to promote the success of Caledonia and its people. We will remember her for her easy ability to make strong and loving connections with others. Gayle was genuine, open, honest, considerate, and so easy to love. She felt that she gained as much as she gave, as these relationships continued to bring her immense comfort and joy until the very end. Though rooted in a strong sense of family, Gayle also valued and nourished relationships with many dear and loyal friends. She leaves her family, and all the lives she has touched, with valuable lessons in kindness and compassion, as she always chose to see the good in others and was skilled at being a relentless encourager of the underdog. Gayle has been an inspiration to many. She faced each day, even nearing the end of this life she loved so much, with courage, grace, acceptance, dignity, gratitude, and joy. She chose to celebrate each day with family and friends, old and new, from near and far. The thoughts, wishes, words, and deeds from her “army” filled her heart and gave her strength. We would like to express heartfelt appreciation to Dr. Parveen Wasi and Nurse Juliana and staff at Juravinski Cancer Centre; Dr. Amy Montour and Nurse Jeanette and staff at Stedman Hospice; and to special friend, Nurse Nicola Booker. A celebration of life will be held at Caledonia Lions Community Centre, 100 Haddington St., Caledonia, on Friday, December 19, 2025, from 2–4 p.m., with memory sharing 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, donations to Norfolk Haldimand Community Hospice (norfolkhaldimandhospice.ca), P.O. Box 658, Port Dover, Ontario N0A 1N0, or Stedman Hospice (sjlc.ca), 99 Wayne Gretzky Parkway, Brantford, Ontario N3S 6T6, would be appreciated, while honouring Gayle’s wishes to share the gift of these wonderfully supportive services with others. Online condolences can be left at www.serenityburialandcremation.com

March 14, 1950 – November 27, 2025 It’s with great sadness we announce the passing of our sister MaryLou.  She died suddenly in hospital.  She was predeceased by her husband John Regos and her parents Wilma and Lon Willard of Hagersville.  Her siblings Susan (Jeff), Marc (Gwen), and Donna (Murray) will keep our memories of her forever.  Many thanks to the medical staff and nurses at Mt. Sinae, Princess Margaret, and Toronto General Hospitals. According to her wishes cremation has taken place.  A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  Arrangements by Hyde & Mott Chapel, Hagersville.  www.rhbanderson.com

June 15, 1956 – November 29, 2025 Beloved brother, uncle, and father.  Special friend to Judy Hawke of Fisherville.  No funeral services will be held.  Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.  www.rhbanderson.com

April 13, 1949 – December 2, 2025 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ivan James Touesnard in his 77th year on December 2, 2025. Ivan was married to the late Marlene (McBride) for over 52 years. He was the loving father of Louise (John) Townsend and the late Lisa (Wayne) Pender. Ivan will be deeply missed by his grandchildren Alyssah, Lindsay, and Braden. Ivan was born in River Tillard, Nova Scotia, to parents Joseph and Elizabeth (Stone). Brother to Millie (Fred), late John, late David, late Betty Ann (late Wilfred), Tony (Judy), Lorraine (late Patrick), Ernie (Vicky), Albert (late Janice), Wayne (Edwina), Phyllis, Martin (Betty), Marilyn (Roy), Laura (Carl), Lesley (Kenneth), and Mary Ellen. Dear brother-in-law to Wayne (Lisa) McBride, and the late Dwight (late Donna) McBride. He will be dearly missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Ivan worked many years as a truck driver. Even after retirement, Ivan continued to work for Haldimand Commercial Maintenance. The family will honour his life with visitation at Hyde & Mott Chapel, R.H.B. Anderson Funeral Homes Ltd., 60 Main Street South, Hagersville on Sunday December 7, 2025 from 12-2 p.m. A memorial will take place following the visitation at 2 p.m. Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. www.rhbanderson.com

Passed away peacefully at the Haldimand War Memorial Hospital, with her family by her side, on November 27, 2025 in the 86th year. Cherished mother of Karen (Lloyd) Vollick, David (Carol), Patti (Dave) Reynolds and Tim (Angela). Devoted and fun grandmother of Adam (Jess), Jim, Breanne (Arend), Andrew (Ariana), Macy (Connor), David Jr., Maxwell, Ethan, Denny, Liam, Alicia (Sem); and great-grandchildren Aliyah, Bijou and Velvet. Sister of Maxine (†John), Anne, Jim (†Kathy). Predeceased by her husband Clayton “Duke”, her siblings Bob (Verna), Marion (Gerald) and Craig. She will also be missed by her extended family Bobby, Donna †Cheryl and Mike.  Sheila was a fan of the Dunnville Mudcats and Terriers and was the washer of their jerseys.  She enjoyed doing ceramics and collecting Bradford Exchange. The coffee was always on and the door was always open at Sheila and Duke’s place. As per Sheila’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will take place in the new year. In lieu of flowers, donations to  Dunnville Hospital & Healthcare Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to BALLARD MINOR FUNERAL HOME, 315 Broad Street East, Dunnville. Friends are invited to send condolences and sign the Book of Memories at www.ballardminorfh.ca.

Surrounded by the love of her family, Ruth passed away on Monday, November 24, 2025 at the age of 86.  Ruth is survived by her loving son, Mark. Predeceased by her loving husband, Paul (August 2024) and her cherished son, Scott (January 2025).  Dearly loved and missed by her sister Shirley (Peter deLeeuw) and her sister-in-law, Wendy (Rick Levac). Ruth loved and was loved by her many nieces and nephews, Shelley and Ben Gona, Tracey deLeeuw, Anna Marie Dodge, Stephanie and Arek Rzadkowski, Chris and Nicole Levac. Loving great-aunt to John Peddle, Shaina, Sean, Kaylie and Hayden Gordon, Craig Peddle and Kassidy Schenk, Jessica Dodge and Sam James, Eric and Oakley Dodge, and Zayden Rzadkowski. Fondly remembered by Gabriella Riccio. Ruth was also predeceased by her sister and brother-in-law Marlene and Bill Shaw, her parents, John and Maude Lawrence, and in-laws, Fred and Shirley Lewis. Ruth’s fur babies Ralphie, Lucy and Sophia gave her much love and happiness. Ruth was a founding member of the Grace United Caledonia, “Along the Grand” Christmas house tour and an original member of “Bells of Grace”. Ruth and family were blessed by many dear friends and neighbours, and Ruth was famous in the neighborhood for her many “Thank You” lemon pies. Ruth’s family would like to thank the staff at RVilla, the Haldimand County Paramedics, and the staff of Hagersville Hospital for their compassionate care for Ruth and her whole family. Funeral service will be held at Caledonia Presbyterian Church, 117 Argyle Street North, December 6, 2025 at 1 p.m., preceded by visitation from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.  Reception immediately following the service.  Private family interment to take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, if so desired, donations may be made to the Caledonia Food Bank. 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

1932 – 2025 It is with heavy hearts that the family of Dorothy Jane Doughty announces her peaceful passing on November 23, 2025, at the age of 93, in the comfort of her home, with her son Allan and daughter-in-law Tracey lovingly by her side. Raised in Simcoe, Ontario, by the late Thelma Randall, Dorothy made her home in Jarvis. It was there that she created a life filled with love, family, and a deep appreciation for the land. She shared her life with her devoted husband, Jack, raising their two children, Karen and Allan, on the family farm she cherished so dearly. Dorothy was predeceased by her beloved husband, Jack (2004), whose memory she carried close to her heart. Dorothy was a woman of quiet strength, gentle humour, and steadfast faith. A proud member of Wesley United Church, she lived her values with grace and kindness. Her dedication to her church community was evident throughout her life: she served for over 20 years as a CGIT leader, Explorer leader, Sunday School teacher, and later as a Sunday School superintendent; she was also a charter member of the Jarvis Public Library and a founding member of JAAA. She had a lifelong passion for gardening, taking great joy in tending the soil and—most of all—pulling weeds, a task she claimed brought her peace. Her love of animals was evident to all who knew her, as was her joy in farm life. Family was the centre of Dorothy’s world. She is survived by her daughter, Karen, and her son Allan and his wife, Tracey, and was predeceased by her son-in-law, John Brown. She was also predeceased by her dear sister-in-law, Helen Fish. Dorothy was a cherished grandmother and great-grandmother to: Melanie Bryant (Travis) and their children, Linkoln, Lennox, and Clay; Melissa Brown; Jonathan Doughty; Kristy Jackson (Alex) and their children, Emery and Makenna; and Kayla Fitzgerald (Josh) and their children, Scarlett and Ryker. She also leaves behind her nephew, Stephen Fish (Kate), and their daughters, Claire and Evelyn; and her niece, Carolyn Fish (Hurvano Gutierrez), all of whom held a special place in her heart. Dorothy’s home was always filled with warmth, especially when her great-grandchildren visited. One of her greatest joys was listening to them play her piano—a sound that brought her immense happiness in her later years. Her legacy is one of love, family, and the simple beauty she found in everyday life. She will be forever remembered for her kindness, her devotion, and the gentle way she nurtured everyone—and everything—around her. Friends are invited to call at COOPER FUNERAL HOME, 19 Talbot St. W., Jarvis, on Thursday, November 27, 2025, from 2–5 p.m. Funeral service for Dorothy will be held at Jarvis Community Church (formerly Wesley United Church), 19 Church St., Jarvis, on Friday, November 28, 2025, at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at Wesley United Church Cemetery. If desired, donations in memory of Dorothy may be made to The Norfolk Haldimand Community Hospice or the SPCA. Funeral arrangements

Passed away peacefully at her home in Nanticoke on November 10, 2025, in her 73rd year. Lee was the beloved wife of Richard Bartlett. Cherished mother and grandmother of Melanie West and Rob Matzig (Ethan West and Liam West) of Simcoe, Corrie West and Jason Rusnak (Keira Rusnak and Connor Rusnak) of Stoney Creek), Sara and Andrew Tebworth (Anessa  and Miranda Tebworth) of Madoc, Adam West and Breanne Garmon (Gotham West) of Nanticoke, Ben Bartlett, and Josh Bartlett (Caleb, Ravyn, Rozalyn, Raychel, Remydi and Ryot) of Nanticoke. Lee is survived by her siblings Lynn (Wade) Lyon and Drew Zuber (Elaine Cooper). Following cremation, a Funeral Service will be held at COOPER FUNERAL HOME, 19 Talbot Street West, Jarvis, on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 11 a.m. with a luncheon to follow at Jarvis Community Church.  As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated by the family.  Friends are invited to send condolences and sign the Book of Memories at www.cooperfuneralhome.ca