OBITUARIES
Marcia Hollis
Nov 10, 2025
Marcia Crombie Hollis b 4 June 1937, d 10 November 2025
A thoughtful and creative writer, Marcia worked at the Montreal Gazette, wrote several best-selling devotional books and a children’s book, and was a frequent speaker at Anglican church conferences. She had an enduring Christian faith that was manifested in her character and life. Born in Alabama, she lived in Montreal...
Mihkel Maidla
Nov 1, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mihkel (Mike) Maidla, also known as Bear to family and friends on November 1, 2025, at the age of 73.
He lived in Hamilton with his beloved wife, best friend and soul mate of 30 years, Anne Maidla. He will be dearly missed by his daughter Catherine (Mike), and stepdaughters...
Randall Paul Gardiner
Oct 31, 2025
GARDINER, PAUL RANDALL
May 1, 1959 - October 31, 2025
We are deeply saddened to announce the loss of our beloved Randy.
Randy passed away peacefully at Queen’s Gardens LTC, his home in recent years, following a gradual decline.
He was predeceased by his loving parents, Douglas and Sylvia Gardiner, who cared for him devotedly for 47 years; his doting brothers, Glenn and Wayne...
Dexter Edward Drake
Oct 29, 2025
Dexter passed away suddenly on Wednesday October 29th at his home in Hamilton at the age of 78. Lovingly remembered by his son Colin, his sister Joan, his nieces, cousins as well as many friends and colleagues. He is predeceased by his parents, James Albert and Eva Mae and his brother Max.
Dexter was a recently retired, long time Parts Manager...
Michael Gordan Ganton
Oct 28, 2025
After a brief illness and hospitalization, Michael Gordon Ganton passed away suddenly at Oakville Trafalgar Hospital on October 28, 2025, in his 71st year.
Michael will be lovingly remembered as a cherished uncle to Sherri, and a caring, supportive cousin and friend to many. He was predeceased by his parents, Annie and Charlie Ganton, and by his brother, Thomas.
He was the...
Bruce Arthur Clay
Oct 28, 2025
Bruce Arthur ClayAugust 10, 1956 – October 28, 2025
After an extended illness, Bruce Arthur Clay’s light was peacefully extinguished while he was surrounded by family on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at Hamilton General Hospital. He was 69.
Bruce left his permanent mark on every life he touched, but none more so than with the family he loved so dearly. His is...
