Obituaries

It is with great sadness that our family shares the news of John’s passing at LHSC – University Hospital on Saturday, September 18, 2021, after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease. John was a loving father to sons, Chris Hammond-Thrasher (Josie) and Adam (Laressa Rudyk), daughter Allison (Stuart Campbell), step-daughter Alexandra Amor, as well as brother to Ross (Maxine) and sister Sue Brown (Jim), and doting bestefar to grandchildren Stephanie, Freya, Mackenzie, and Parker. He was predeceased by his parents, Ken and Ingrid, wife Beverley McCormack, son-in-law Stuart, daughter-in-law Laressa, and step-son, Brynley Hughes. John was born in 1948 in… Read complete obituary here.

August 21, 1945 – September 4, 2021 It’s with great sadness we announce the passing of Patrick Michael Dooley, age 76. Predeceased by his parents Rose and Daniel Dooley and sisters Shirley, and Sandra Dooley. Leaving to mourn are, his daughter Pamela Dooley and only grandchild Jade (Lucas) Dooley, sisters Loretta Patricia Belne (David Belne), Pauline Carter (Dorman Carter), brother Kelvin Dooley, and niece and nephews Cory Carter, Sean Carter (Kelly), Jeffery Hay, Jennifer Hay, Robbie Taylor (Charmaine) and Danny Taylor (Sarah). A special thank-you to the doctors and nurses on Parkwood Institute’s Palliative Care Unit, and also to his… Read complete obituary here.

Peacefully, at Huronlea Home For The Aged, Brussels, Malcolm Thomas Campbell passed away on August 24, 2021. Tom was a source of love and kindness in his circle of family and friends. His irresistible smile, gentle manner and generous demeanor will be remembered by all who were fortunate enough to know him.  A jaunt on his motorcycle, a rousing round of golf or a cold beer shared with a friend were favourite ways for Tom to spend a day.   Tom was a long time member of Branch 126 of the Royal Canadian Legion, Cambridge. Tom will be lovingly remembered… Read complete obituary here.

Passed peacefully at home with his family by his side after a brief illness, on June 1, 2021 at the age of 77. Devoted husband of Harriet (Hume) for 51 years. Loving father and father-in-law of Sharon and Rick Foster, and Barry Gibb. Adored papa of Lauryn; Callum, Sophie, and Alyssa. Loving brother and brother in law of May and Russell Murray. Fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews and extended family in Scotland. Predeceased by parents Elizabeth (McLaughlin) and Edward Gibb. Billy lived a full and rewarding life. He loved nothing more than being with his family in… Read complete obituary here.

Passed at LHSC – University Hospital on April 17, 2021 at the age of 70. Cherished mother of Garett Hughes, the late Wesley Hughes, Paula Hughes and Kelvin Rono, and Rick Laforge. Adored grandmother of Brittany Hughes, Sarah Hughes, Bradley Hughes; Tyler Hughes, Chad Imhoff; and Wyatt Hughes. Great-grandmother to Thia, and Damien. Sister of Anita Monzerolle, Norman and sister-in-law Wendy Chiasson, Leonard Chiasson, Velma Chiasson, Rheal and sister-in-law Tina Dugas, and Muriel Azzam. Fondly remembered by her many nieces and nephews and cousins Lisa and Kevin Mooney. Predeceased by her grandson Bradley Hughes, brother Gerald Chiasson, and parents Leonard… Read complete obituary here.

Suddenly at his home in London, on Friday, April 16, 2021, formerly of Peterborough at the age of 31.  Cherished son of Chris and Cindy Doris of Peterborough.  Dear brother of Jason Doris of Peterborough.  Dear grandson of Anita Doris of Peterborough and Marion Telfer of London.  Dear nephew of Kathy Crichton of London, Lee-Anne and Ed Hyer of Markham, Susan and Ken Hoar of Toronto, Mary Catherine and Mike Heffernan of Peterborough, and Lorne Doris of Peterborough.  Fondly remembered by his many cousins and large extended family.  Predeceased by his grandparents Bob Telfer and Vince Doris. Cremation has taken… Read complete obituary here.

Peacefully at his home, with his family by his side on Sunday, March 21, 2021 of London, formerly of Sudbury, at the age of 90. Beloved husband of the late Lois (Lawrence) Niemi (2020). Loving dad of Darrell Niemi (Terry Purvis) of Sudbury, and Brent (Geraldine) Niemi of London. Cherished grandpa of Jessica Niemi (Eric Levert) of Timmins, Pearl and Daisy Niemi of London. Dear great-grandpa of Drake. Leo ran Progressive Music Academy in Sudbury and Santa Ana, California. He was a world class accordion technician and known world-wide for his accordion repair abilities. Both Leo and Lois were well… Read complete obituary here.

Passed away peacefully at LHSC – University Hospital, London on Tuesday, February, 23, 2021 in her 78th year.  Loving wife of Harry Goodwin.  Dear sister of Ed and Helen Ard of Kelowna, B.C. Predeceased by her by her parents Rev. Fred (1975) and Olive (1991) Risdon, and twin sister Joan Olive Risdon.  She will also be missed by niece Nancy (John) Ferguson and nephews Bill Ard (Liz), Robert Ard (Bernie), Brian Ard (Ann), and Barry Ard (Claire) and their families.  Jane enjoyed paper embroidery and greeting card making and her cards were cherished by everyone.  Jane enjoyed cruising and travelling… Read complete obituary here.