Obituaries

Passed away peacefully at home in Chelsey Park Retirement Community on October 6, 2022 at the age of 97. While she will be missed by all, we are thankful that she is again in the arms of her beloved husband of 38 years, the late Kenneth Allen Pollard (1984). Cherished mother of Doug Pollard of BC, Ross (Joanne) Pollard of CA, Jim (Pat) Pollard of BC, Judith Edmison of BC, John Pollard of BC, Teresa and Dean Streefkerk of London. Adored grandma of (13) and great grandma to (12). Treasured sister and sister-in-law of Eileen Walsh and the late Lester… Read complete obituary here.

At her home, surrounded by her children on Thursday, August 18, 2022, Eva Helen DeMarco of London, formerly of Niagara Falls, passed away peacefully at the age of 88. Beloved wife of the late Happy DeMarco (2021). Loving mother of Donald DeMarco of Niagara Falls, Christina and Daniel Boone of London, and David DeMarco of Stevensville. Cherished grandmother of Andrea Adams, Elizabeth Woodgate, Lisa, Sarah, and the late Kelly (2013) Boone, Rory, Jonathan, and Timothy DeMarco and 11 beautiful great-grandchildren. Respecting Eva’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a private celebration of her life will held at the family cottage… Read complete obituary here.

Helen Elizabeth Putherbough passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, at North Lambton Lodge in Forest on July 31, 2022.  Liz was born in London, Ontario on July 22, 1940. Predeceased by mother Helen Eby (Ashman) Fielding and father Spencer Franklin Fielding. Liz taught for 31years at St Mary’s DCVI. In this role she touched and influenced many lives. She will be remember fondly by her students. She was also an avid gardener (lifetime member of the Grand Bend Horticultural Society and Trillium Award Winner), artist, florist and cake decorator. She is survived by loving husband Robert Putherbough, her children… Read complete obituary here.

Peacefully at LHSC – Victoria Hospital on Thursday, July 21, 2022 of London, at the age of 84. Cherished and devoted wife of Real Trepanier for over 63 years. Proud mother of Louise and John Bryans and Robert Trepanier and Paula Tyers. Adored grandma of Nathan, Sean, Julianne, Michel, Nicholas, and Brandon. Cremation arrangements entrusted to Cremation & Celebrations, Arva (519-963-4003). Donations to the Alzheimer’s Society would be appreciated by the family.

I’ve been reading the obituaries for many years, always checking for mine, as Lesu did. Finally, today is the day! On the eve of Saturday, July 16, 2022 I chartered the last flight of my spectacular 87 years here on earth. I may no longer be with you but my undying love endures for and with my son Michael (Janice), my daughter Patti (Brian), my son Peter, grandchildren Breehan, Matthew, Nathan, Jacob, Melissa, Kathryn, their partners as well as my great grandchildren Sofia, Blake, Aidem and Ben. My heart is also with my sister-in-law Ange Wenechuk. I shared some very… Read complete obituary here.

Peacefully at Onieda Long-term Care Home, Southwold on July 2, 2022 at the age of 95. Beloved wife of the late Calvin Moody (1973). Cherished mother of Christina Stamarski (Dale), Cheryl Towle (Steve), Ira (Mary Foster); Calvin (Marlene Rushton), Shawn (Monica). Loving grandmother and great grandmother of many. Fondly remembered by sisters Ellen Fierbach, Velma Cooke, Shirley Carnegie. Missed by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by daughters Marilyn Hohner (Paul), Carol Barnaby (Percy), and Dianne Moody and son Alan Lyle (Mary Blackwell), sister Mary Ransom and brother Gerald Dobbs. In keeping with Margaret’s wishes cremation has taken place. A graveside service will be held at a later date. Interment Exeter Cemetery.  Donation to Alzheimer’s Society would be appreciated by the family. 

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of a gentle soul, Mary Eileen Rivers (Jeffery). Mary or Eileen as she was known by everyone, passed away peacefully on June 14, in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late William Douglas Rivers – known as “Doug”. Dear mother to daughters Barbara (Ben) and Cathy (Rob). Beloved grandmother to Paul (Pauline), Lisa, Travis (Amanda) and the late William (Majse). Great grandmother to two lively beautiful boys. Eileen grew up in the Exeter area just outside town on the Jeffery homestead. Her mother and father, William and Roxie Mae… Read complete obituary here.

Marie Merrithew passed away peacefully on June 9, 2022 in her 83rd year, in Palliative Care at University Hospital in London, ON following a short illness. Predeceased by her parents, Ottie and Vera Gallagher of Fredericton, NB and her husband, W. Frederick Merrithew, also of Fredericton, NB in 2007, Marie is survived by her younger siblings – sister, Mae Goold (Ron) of Alberta and her brother Dale Gallagher of Lincoln, NB; her three children of whom she was very proud – Deb Owens (Joe) of London, ON; her son Michael (Louise deGrandpre) of Toronto and her youngest daughter Connie Merrithew… Read complete obituary here.