Announcements

With heavy hearts, the family of Clair Phillips announce his passing on January 21, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. Loving father of Rob and Valerie Phillips, Sheila and Mike Dosser, and Lisa and Joe Di Re. Cherished Papa and Grandpa of Rob and Dakota Dosser, Danielle and Christopher Guidotti, Aaron Dosser, Madeline and Angelina Di Re and Great Grandpa to Cruz, Vera and Aiden. Brother of Earl and Val Phillips. Will be very missed by longtime best friend Jan Elfner and family. Predeceased by parents Mark and Irene Phillips. Cremation has taken place. As an expression of sympathy, donations can be made to Alzheimer’s Society—Haldimand Norfolk. www.rhbanderson.com

Please join us as we come together to honour and celebrate the life of Helen on Saturday January 27th 11 a.m. at Grace United Church 174 Caithness St. E., Caledonia.  Reception with light lunch to follow.

Suddenly on Sunday, January 7, 2024 with his daughter by his side. Predeceased by his parents, John and Judy and brother, Jeff. Left to mourn are brother, Todd (Tracey) and daughter, Heather. In Gords younger years he was an avid outdoorsman, and even if there was no catch for the day, the stories of the one that got away were more often more entertaining. Unfortunately in Gords later years especially the last 5, he was plagued by health issues that limited his mobility and affected his quality of life, but this didn’t stop him from getting around the kitchen to cook up batches and share his dishes of cabbage rolls, stuffed peppers and his specialty “Gramma Mellens famous spicy spaghetti sauce“. R.I.P. bro. Hope the beer is cold, the fish are hitting and the sauce is spicy. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2024 at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Hamilton, at the age of 67, losing his battle to Cancer. Son of Gladys and the late Eugene Lynch. He is survived by his children Derick (Emily), Becky (Seth) and Joshua, grandchildren Tyler (Summer), Ella, Brody, Brady, Nora and great grandchildren Renee, Everett and Rowan. He will be deeply missed by his friend Ann Taylor. Surviving are his siblings, Tom (Jean), Ann (Lynn), Mary (Howie), Teresa (Tom), Marie (Ron), Jim (Sarah) as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Cremation has taken place. SERENITY BURIAL & CREMATION SERVICES INC., 361 Main Street, Port Dover (226) 290-9093 have been entrusted with the arrangements. A Celebration of life will be held at a later date. Online condolences can be left at www.serenityburialandcremation.com

March 7, 1942 – January 15, 2024 It is with deep sadness that the family of Jack announce his passing on Monday, January 15, 2024.  He leaves behind his wife Wendy, son Ken, and daughter Erica. We would like to thank all of the paramedics and nurses for their dedication. A special thank you to Brian, Jim, Jacob, Don, Brent, Bill, Carson and Dave for their visits and calls. Also to my sister Margaret and her granddaughter Miranda. Jack was well known as “tumbleweed” to his fellow truck drivers. A private family ceremony has taken place, with arrangements made by Hyde & Mott Chapel, Hagersville.  www.rhbanderson.com

A faithful follower of Jesus Christ; promoted to the loving arms of her Lord and Saviour at Parkview Meadows Retirement Village, Townsend on Saturday, January 13th, 2024 in her 83rd year.  Devoted and loving wife of the late Arnold Nigh (2022).  Cherished mother and grandmother of Larry of Hamilton, Ruth Anne Engle (Phil) of Dillsburg, PA, their children Meredith, Allie and Connor;  and Karen Smith (Jason) of Simcoe, their children Abbey and Blake.  Dear sister of Alvin Hall (Barb) of Townsend, Howard Hall (Margaret) of Ireland, Marjorie Danton (Dave) of Hanover and by many nieces, nephews and extended family.  Loving sister-in-law of Norma Sherk (late Maurice) of Townsend.  Predeceased by her grandson Brendan Engle (2001), by her parents John and Marion (nee Heise) Hall and by brother-in-laws, the late David Nigh (Lynn) of Waterloo, the late Walter Nigh (Dianne) of Alberta, the late Howard Nigh (Elinor) of Jarvis, the late Wray Nigh (late Jean);  the late Melvin Nigh (Bettee) of Townsend, her husband Al and the late Robert Nigh (Debbie) of Windham Centre.  Friends are invited to share their memories of Marlene with her family at the Jason Smith Funeral Chapel, 689 Norfolk St. North Simcoe for visitation on Tuesday, January 16th, 2024 from 6 – 8 p.m.  Marlene’s homegoing service will be held from Emmanuel Bible Church, 24 Churchill Circle, Simcoe on Wednesday morning at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Andrew Bunner officiating.  Interment:  Greenwood Cemetery, Springvale 1:30 p.m.  Those wishing to donate in memory of Marlene are asked to consider the Faith Mission or Parkview Meadows Christian Retirement Village.  Heartfelt thanks to the staff of Parkview Meadows for their wonderful care and compassion during our moms stay, thank you all.  Personal online condolences at www.smithfuneralchapel.com  (519) 426-0199

Passed away peacefully at home on Friday, January 12, 2024.  Loving husband of Lynn.  Beloved father of Craig (Alicia), Keith (April) and the late Tiffany Lynn.  Proud grandfather of Hannah, Isabelle and Kaelynn.  Survived by his sister Pat (Victor) Gray and many nieces and nephews.  A celebration of life will be held at MILLER FUNERAL CHAPEL, 28 Caithness Street East, Caledonia on Thursday, January 18, 2024  from 6-8 pm.  A private graveside service and interment of cremated remains will be held at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens at a later date.  Friends are invited to send condolences and sign the Book of Memories at www.millerfuneralchapel.ca

Peacefully at Norview Lodge, Simcoe on Sunday January 14, 2024 at the age of 66 years.  Loving mother of Curtis, and Charlie and Paige.  Daughter of the late Mel and Margaret Henderson.  Sister of Fay (deceased) and John (Anna-Marie), and John and Kim.  Aunt of Josh, Jean, and Sophia. Cremation has taken place.  The family extends a special thank you to Norview Lodge for all their care and compassion.  Arrangements by Hyde & Mott Chapel, Hagersville.  www.rhbanderson.com

Peacefully at Cedarwood Village, Simcoe on Saturday January 13, 2024 at the age of 96 years. Wife of the late Kenneth Bartlett. Loving mother of Gordon (deceased) and  Joanne, Garry and Christine, and Glenn (deceased). Dear grandmother of Melanie (Andy), Sandra, Michael, Angela, Crystal (Rob), Shawn (Katie), Nicholas (Lisette) and 13 great grandchildren. Predeceased by her 16 siblings in the Donovan family.The family will honour her life with visitation at Hyde & Mott Chapel, R.H.B. Anderson Funeral Homes Ltd., 60 Main Street, South, Hagersville on Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. where funeral service will be held on Wednesday January 17, 2024 at 11 a.m. Interment St.John’s Cemetery, Cheapside. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to St.John’s Church, Cheapside. www.rhbanderson.com

Aug 2 1942-Jan 13 2024It is with great sadness that the family of Joan Peart announce her passing at Norfolk General Hospital on January 13, 2024 at the age of 81. She will be sadly missed by her husband of 58 yrs Jim Peart of Simcoe. She was a loving mother to Ron and Cathy, Sandy and Roger. She will be missed by her grandchildren Travis, Dalton and Brenna, Rachel and Levi. Joan was daughter of the late Thomas and Alberta Stevenson of Hamilton and sister to Bernice and late Thomas Simpson, Jim and Deanna Stevenson. Sister-in-law to the late Donalda and Leonard Reu , Betty and late Elson Reu. Joan was active on the family dairy farm in Oneida for many years, enjoyedgardening, baking, sewing, reading, quilting and travel. The family will honour her life with visitation at Hyde & Mott Chapel, R.H.B. Anderson Funeral Homes Ltd., 60 Main Street, South, Hagersville on Monday from 3-7 p.m. where funeral service will be held on Tuesday January 16, 2024 at 11 a.m. Interment Gore Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made the Alzheimer’s Society or the charity of your choice. Thanks to the staff at Cedarwood Village long term care facility for the many years of care they gave to Joan. www.rhbanderson.com