Obituaries

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.

Peacefully at LHSC-University Hospital on Wednesday, February 17, 2021 of London at the age of 64. Cherished wife and best friend of Chris LeBarr for over 18 years. Much loved daughter of Betty (Ratz) and the late Don McIntosh. Dear sister and sister-in-law of the late Robert McIntosh, Darlene and Mac McSwain, Lynn LeBarr and Jack Sullivan, Ann Thompson and Rob Morgan, Ted LeBarr and Michele Mann, and the late Michael LeBarr. Aunt Kathy will be dearly missed by Jason, Chad, Joey, Ben, Jessica, Clayton, and Sam. She will be fondly remembered by her extended family and close friends. Kathy… Read complete obituary here.

It is with a heavy heart that the family of Sheryl Ann Heaman (nee McLeod) announces her passing, in her 54th year, at University Hospital, London, Ontario on Tuesday, February 9,  2021. Loving daughter of Ken McLeod (Julie). And the late Marilyn McLeod. Sheryl will be sadly missed by her children, Patrick and Julia (Matthew). As well as her siblings Laurie Johnson, Andrew, Liam and Lily McLeod.   As a young girl, Sheryl enjoyed camping with her family at “The Blackhole” at Goderich and in Ipperwash. She enjoyed reminiscing at family get-togethers— usually at the expense of her brother Andrew. It was… Read complete obituary here.

On Monday, January 25, 2021, held in the arms of one of the many people who loved him, surrounded by the ferocious love of his family, and with the 20th Century Fox theme song playing in the background, Toby left this world, at the tender age of 4. While devastated, his family acknowledge that it was time for him – with his quirky sense of humour and the twinkle in his eye – to complete his earthly journey and reconnect with those waiting for him on the other side. Toby was an inspiration and purpose to his mom Lindsay (Bloch)… Read complete obituary here.

Peacefully at Parkwood Institute, London with her loving family by her side on Saturday, January 23, 2021 of London, formerly of Temiscaming, Quebec, at the age of 73. Beloved wife of Frank Sapala for over 51 years. Cherished mother of Tania and Rick MacQueen of Appin, and Krysia and Eric Phillips of Stratford. Proud grandma of Aidan and Mikey, Kyle and Alyssa, James and Mallory, and Nate. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Merlene and Ray St-Onge of North Bay, Dawn and Ray Hammond of Georgetown, Marcelle Eaglesham of Montreal, and Ted and Josie Sapala of London. Fondly remembered by many… Read complete obituary here.

On January 19, 2021 the world lost a good man. William Douglas (Doug) Rivers passed away peacefully under the wonderful care of the staff at Parkwood Institute in London, Ontario. Doug was in his 89th year. Beloved husband of Mary Eileen Rivers (Jeffery), dear father to daughters Barbara (Ben), Cathy (Rob) and loved grandfather of Paul, Lisa, Travis (Amanda) and William (Majse). Doug was a tremendous example for all, conducting himself with a quiet grace. He was unwavering in his ethics, had a rare ability to see the good in all people, and had a great sense of humour, qualities… Read complete obituary here.