OBITUARIES
June Marie Nichol
Jan 16, 2026
Hamilton, Ontario - June Marie Nichol (nee Sparks) passed away peacefully in her 85th year.
June was predeceased by her beloved husband Gary, with whom she shared a life filled with love and devotion. She leaves behind her cherished children Stephen (Lara) and Shari-Lynn (Jonathan), her treasured grand-daughters Alexandria, Abigail, Portia, Annaliesse, Savanah and Allison, and her precious great-granddaughter Violet.
June found...
Horst Schinschick
Jan 16, 2026
Hamilton, ON - It's with saddened hearts that we announce Horst Schinschick was called home to his lord and saviour on January 16, 2026. Lifelong partner to predeceased Elisabeth and father to predeceased Susan (Murray), Doris (predeceased Lorry), and Rudy (Jennifer). He will be greatly missed by his six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Horst was a retiree of Stelco after...
Samuel Kevin Barr
Jan 15, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Kevin on Thursday, January 15, 2026.
Kevin left behind his loving wife Barbara (nee Everett) and his two children; Clarissa (Jason) and Sam (Baillie) and two grandchildren.
You will always be in our hearts. Loved and Missed.
Malcolm Thomas Reid
Jan 12, 2026
MALCOLM THOMAS (BUD) REID
13 JANUARY 1936 - 12 JANUARY 2026
Dad passed away in his sleep at Baywoods Long Term Home, one day before his 90th Birthday. Born in Hamilton to Malcolm and Ellen Reid, he was the oldest of 3 sons. Both of his brothers, Donald and Douglas, predeceased him. He married the love of his life Sally (Sargeant) in...
Edward Hugh Brennan
Jan 12, 2026
Passed away January 12, 2026, age 60, at St. Joe's Hospital. Son of Michael (deceased) and Nancy; leaving son, Kaid; brother, Bob (Denielle); and sisters, Beverley (Roy, deceased) and Patricia of B.C.; also Kerry of Midland. Ed attended Delta High School. Cremation has taken place. Interment in the spring.
Brian Ecker
Jan 12, 2026
In Celebration of
Brian Herbert Ecker
March 1, 1942 – January 12, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Brian Herbert Ecker, who passed away peacefully on January 12, 2026, at the Hamilton General Hospital, at the age of 83 surrounded by family.
Brian was born on March 1, 1942, in Hamilton, Ontario, a city he proudly called home...
Jennifer Anne Strickland
Jan 12, 2026
Jennifer Strickland, age 44, of Hamilton, Ontario, passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026. Jennifer was a devoted mother, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend whose compassion and warmth touched all who knew her.
She was the loving daughter of Bonnie and Edward, a cherished sister to Jeff, and a dear sister-in-law to Nicole. Jennifer’s greatest joy was being a mother...
Daniel James Buxton
Jan 11, 2026
Grimsby, ON - It is with great sadness to announce the sudden passing of Daniel James Buxton on January 11, 2026, in the town of Grimsby, at the age of 78.
Lovingly remembered by his wife of 51 years, Gail (nee Metcalfe); his children, Julie and Kyle (Marlena); and his grandchildren, Leigha and Aubrey, who brought him much pride and joy....
Barbara Joan Kett
Jan 9, 2026
It is with sad hearts the family announces the passing of Barbara Joan Kett of Kirkland Lake at Hamilton General Hospital on Friday, January 9th, 2026 at age 71 years. Daughter of the late Wilson and Lola (McNeilly) Kett. Beloved mother of Julia Kett-Vanclief of Hamilton, grandmother to Alyssa Kett-Vanclief (Cameron) of Hamilton and Caleb Johnstone (Tori) of Hamilton and...
Deborah Leah Szelei
Jan 8, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Deborah Leah Szelei (Deb), age 73, on January 8, 2026, surrounded by the love of her husband and children.
Deb was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt. Her warmth, kindness, and loving presence touched everyone who knew her. She will be deeply missed by her husband, Terry Szelei;...
Orest (Ernie) Kowch
Jan 6, 2026
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Orest (Ernie) Kowch on Tuesday, January 6th, 2026 in his 93rd year. His world revolved around his adoring wife Barbara (Ayres), their four children Karen (Tally) Tatti, Rob (Sue) Kowch, Kathy (Mike) Martin, Rick (Kim) Kowch, eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Born in Hyas, Saskatchewan on November 11th, 1933, pre-deceased...
