Obituaries

It is with heavy hearts we announce that Thomas Hickson lost his battle with Dementia in his 74th year at LHSC – Victoria Hospital on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. Loving father of the late Michael Hickson and Amanda (Hickson) McGill. Cherished grandfather of Briana, Tyler, Jordan, Chelsy, Mitchell, and Alysa. Adored great-grandfather of Shada, Zaedon, Kashton, Kenai, Landyn, Athena, Leanna, and Halo. Dear brother of Steve (Penny) Hickson, and Chis (late Tim) Hickson. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews, as well as his great nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Roy and June Hickson. Keeping with Tom’s wishes,… Read complete obituary here.

  Passed away peacefully with family by her side on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at LHSC – Victoria Hospital. Beloved wife of the late Terry Meehan for 12 years. Cherished mother of Martina Szabo. Loving grandma of Alexander Szabo. Dear sister of Anne Snook (Alan). Fondly remembered by her niece and nephews, Cathy, Andrew and Christopher. Predeceased by her parents, James and Mary Josie Henderson, and by her siblings Shirley and Angus. Keeping with Margaret’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.

  July 24, 1951 – February 23, 2026   We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Deborah Ann Albrecht (nee Caven). Deborah died peacefully at home, surrounded by her family after a courageous and determined fight against Acute Leukemia, during which she never lost her positive attitude or her sense of humour. As the only daughter among four brothers of Dr. William (Bill) and Ruth Caven of Ottawa, she was used to standing up for herself and never hesitated to state her opinion. Deborah graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Fine Arts, then worked in art galleries and… Read complete obituary here.

1961-2026 Henry died peacefully on January 28, 2026, with his best friend and life partner, Janet, at his side. He will be so missed by Janet and his three adult children, Leah, Mark, and Paul. Henry will also be missed by his mom, Didy, and his sisters, Ruby Askes, Heather Roukema-Gritter (Roy), and Trish Turkstra (Andrew), his brothers, Ray (Eppie) and Cliff (Esther), and his in-laws: mom Jane Suk, and siblings Deb and John Douma, Karen Suk-Patrick and Duncan Patrick, and John Suk. Henry was predeceased by his dad, Job Roukema, and sister, Nienke (Len Batterink), father-in-law William Suk, brothers-in-law… Read complete obituary here.

Passed away at LHSC – Victoria Hospital, London on Friday, January 16, 2026 at the age of 83. Survived by his beloved wife for sixty years Sheila (Williacy) Fletcher.  Cherished father of Aaron and Ethan Fletcher.  Grandfather of Alyssa and great-grandfather of Daisy (Aaron).  Chris was the favorite “Unc” of Cheryl Anderson (niece) and fondly admired by Josh Wicks (nephew). Chris was proud to be a veteran having served in Canada’s Navy during the 60’s.  After working as a Bell Technician for many years Chris built a house/business that he called “Possum Hollow” near Port Stanley.  He loved carpentry, but… Read complete obituary here.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Elsie Lorraine (Dunham) Whitworth on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. She was the wife of the late William ‘Bill’ George Whitworth (2009). Elsie will be remembered in everyone’s heart as a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandma, great-great-grandmother, sister and aunt. Predeceased by her infant son Terry Whitworth and seven of her siblings. She is survived by her sister Betty Barker, several nieces, nephews, her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Mom’s passions included bowling, euchre, and puzzles. She especially loved her Toronto Blue Jays. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life… Read complete obituary here.

Passed away peacefully at LHSC – University Hospital, London on Thursday, December 18, 2025 at the age of 89. Beloved husband of Elva (Ross) Lesley for 65 years. Cherished father of Jim Lesley, Paul Lesley, and Janice and Patrick Colquhoun. Adored grandfather of Alanna, Shane; Keaton, Tristan; Zachary, Kaitlyn, and Brogan. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Philip and Simone Lesley, Jack Hole, Barbara and Rick Hodge, and John Ross. Fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews and extended family in Canada and overseas. Predeceased by his daughters-in-law Renata Lesley, and Sandee Lesley, sisters Anne Lesley, and Alice Hole, his parents… Read complete obituary here.

It is with tremendous sadness that we announce the passing of Karen. Karen Marguerite (Frank) Timms passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at Victoria Hospital on Wednesday September 17, 2025 at the age of 75. Beloved mom of Lisa (Sean) and Melanie, and cherished step mom of Trevis (Gina). Loving nanny of Maxwell, George and Harvey and step nanny of Emily, Calvin (Mckenzie) and Jacob (Holly). Karen was predeceased by her parents Polly and Bob Frank, and her sister Susie Frank. She is also fondly remembered by her former husband and father of her children, John Timms. She will be deeply missed… Read complete obituary here.

Passed away peacefully at LHSC-University Hospital, London, on Sunday November 2nd, 2025. Survived by her son-in-law Chris LeBarr. Fondly remembered by several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her beloved husband and best friend, Don McIntosh, whom she shared 72 years of marriage with, her children Kathryn LeBarr, and Robert McIntosh, her parents F. Wilfred and Laura Ratz, her sister Joy Harvey, as well as some of her nieces and nephews. Betty was born in Niagara Falls on January 31, 1931. She then moved to Hamilton in 1937 and grew up in the residential community of Westdale. She graduated from the… Read complete obituary here.