Obituaries

Passed away peacefully at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at the age of 63. Proud mom of Amanda Farrell, and Ryan Farrell. Dearly missed by her four legged companion Zoey. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Bob and Deb Gehan. Cherished aunt of Patrick Gehan, and Laura Gehan. Predeceased by her parents Bruce and Lillian “Toots” (Southgate) Gehan. Pat worked at Metcalfe Gardens in St. Thomas for many years and will be fondly remembered by the staff and residents. She enjoyed wildlife and the beauty of nature. Above all, she was so proud of her children… Read complete obituary here.

Passed away peacefully at LHSC-University Hospital on Friday, November 1, 2024 at the age of 83. Cherished mother of Paul (Michelle) Moossdorff and Heather (Wayne Venhuizen) Moossdorff and wife and friend of Bill Moossdorff. Adored granny of Jack, Drew, Ryan, Luke, Robyn, and Melanie. Fondly remembered by her siblings, nieces and nephews in Ireland and Canada. Mom will be remembered for her unwavering love of family and friends, her joyful personality and her fondness for fashion. Words will never do justice to this wonderful woman.  She always had a kind and encouraging word, an Irish sparkle in her eye and… Read complete obituary here.

It is with great sadness but understanding hearts that we announce the passing of Peter Barczynski on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at the age of 66. Cherished husband and soulmate of Sharon Fitzsimmons. Dearly loved father of Lawrence Barczynski, Bryan Nash and stepfather of Marc Le Blanc, and Onile Le Blanc. Survived by his sister Linda Barczynski. Fondly remembered by nieces, nephews and extended family. Predeceased by his parents Stanislaw (Stanley) and Martha Barczynski. Peter was known for his admiration of the outdoors. He enjoyed hiking, photography and the beauty nature had to offer. Peter was recently retired from 23… Read complete obituary here.

Robert Lawrence “Larry” Cook was gathered into the arms of his Saviour on Sunday, October 27, 2024, from London Health Science Centre, Victoria Hospital in London; the cherished husband of Sue Cook who were married for a wonderful 39 years. Larry was born on May 21, 1952, to Jack and Agnes Cook, and grew up in a large family, the loved brother to seven siblings—Gord (Sharon) Cook, Jan (Earl †) Sharpe, Ernie (Linda) Cook, Bruce (Virginia) Cook, Doug (Wendy) Cook, Bryan (Lucy) Cook, and Glen (Manon) Cook. A loved brother-in-law to Isabelle & Max Faulds, Olive & Dusty Bodnar, Dan… Read complete obituary here.

It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of Gar Irwin, a much-loved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many, on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. Gar was the beloved husband of the late Brenda (Cordingley) Irwin (2015), with whom he shared 44 cherished years of marriage. He was a proud father to Brett (Kristen) and Ashley, and a proud grandfather to Wyatt and Maclean, both of whom he adored. Gar will be dearly missed by his brothers Barry Irwin (Gail), John Irwin (Ren), his sister-in-law Diane Cordingley, and many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. He also treasured… Read complete obituary here.

Passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, October 14, 2024 at the age of 78. Beloved husband of Lorene (Dix) Lightfoot for 54 years. Cherished father of Derek and Tammy Lightfoot, Jason and Tara Lightfoot, and Mark and Sarah Lightfoot. Adored papa of Joel, Spencer, MacKinley, Korben; Carly; Lilly, and Lauren. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Sharon and Lawrence Craven, Kevin and Marlene Lightfoot, Marilyn Lightfoot and Pat Schmitt, Lorie Lightfoot and Jeff Casey, Sherrie Lightfoot, Brian and Lucy Dix, and Ruth Anne and Rodney Reid. Fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brother, sister,… Read complete obituary here.

Passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at the age of 77. Beloved husband of Josée Lemay Asher for 27 years. Cherished father of Julie and Sal Ferlaino, Michelle Martin, and Darren Martin. Adored grandpa of Jack, Ruby, Libby, Bianca; Oliver, and Jacob. Dear brother of Connie Asher-Richards and brother-in-law of Steve Richards. Fondly remembered by the extended Asher and Lemay families. Predeceased by his parents Barry and Marion (Allison) Asher. Cremation has taken place. A memorial mass will be held at Holy Family Parish, 777 Valetta Street, London on Friday,… Read complete obituary here.

Passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Hospice, London on Friday, September 27, 2024 at the age of 66. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Mary and Dave Miles, and Kevin and Kathy Allison. Fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews, Ashley, Michael; Rachel, and Ian. Predeceased by his parents Albert and Helen (Logan) Allison. Brian was considered one of the hardest workers around, he was very skilled in his craft as a backhoe operator working for many years at J-Mar Electrical, Thorndale and Erth Power Corporation, Ingersoll. In his free time Brian enjoyed fishing, golf, and baseball, particularly pitching for the… Read complete obituary here.

 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dorothy Butler, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, grandmother, and friend, who left us on August 20,2024. Dorothy was born on November 20, 1960 in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Labrador and lived a rich life filled with love, laughter, and devotion to her family.    As a loving wife to Terry Butler, Dorothy was the heart of her family. They shared countless memories throughout their 42 years together, built on a foundation of support and love. Dorothy was the proud mother of Amanda (Jason Nedilski) and Loretta (Jason Hunwicks). She nurtured… Read complete obituary here.