OBITUARIES

Charlene Lynn Zyba

Charlene Lynn Zyba

Nov 16, 2025

ZYBA, Charlene LynnDecember 20, 1960 -November 16, 2025

Charlene had a gift for making everyone around her feel at home. Whether it was quiet chats, surprise visits, or grandkid chaos, her door was always open. Just walk past the (sometimes year-round) snowmen and a welcoming hug was always ready.

Charlene was loyal, whether you had known her since childhood or had only...

Shelley Ann Bernard

Shelley Ann Bernard

Nov 13, 2025

BERNARD, SHELLEY ANN (NEE SCHOOLEY) October 6, 1952-November 13, 2025. With heavy hearts, we announce the sudden death of Shelley Bernard on November 13, 2025 at her home in Dunnville, Ontario at the age of seventy-three.

She was born in Port Colborne, Ontario to parents Bertha and Norman Schooley (deceased). She is survived by her sister Karen Bradley and predeceased by...

Margaret Turner Watts

Margaret Turner Watts

Nov 13, 2025

Dundas, Ontario - Peacefully on Thursday, November 13, 2025, in her 102nd year. Predeceased by husband, Jack; sister, Thelma (Les) Tyldsley; and parents, May and Bill Cowan. Lovingly remembered by son, David (Kathy); special daughter, Susan Moore; grandchildren, Jackie Poulin (Pierre), Kevin Watts (Jennifer), Christopher Watts (Lora), Jennifer Honey, Rob Honey and Matthew Honey (Victoria). Also survived by her great-grandchildren,...

William James Elston

William James Elston

Nov 11, 2025

Passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025 at Juravinski Hospital, Hamilton, at the age of 79. Lovely remembered and forever missed by wife of 56 years Helen Elston (nee. Stevens) and his child Mac Elston (Sarah Rogers), granddaughter Isabella. And cherished dog Buddy.

"All things considered I'd rather be in Philadelphia"

Brian George Whittaker

Brian George Whittaker

Nov 11, 2025

Whittaker, Brian

Passed away peacefully on Tuesday November 11 2025. At the General Hospital at the age of 59.

Lovingly remembered by his spouse of 11 years and friend since kindergarten, Tammy Whittaker-Pitkeathly, and by his children David (Fiona), Stephenie, Michelle, Danielle (Jason), Daniel. Cherished Papa of Wesley, Kiersten, Bennett, Colby, Emerson, and Finnley.

Dear brother of Pauline (Bob), Len (Nicky), and Kenny....

Harry David Laking

Harry David Laking

Nov 5, 2025

Laking, Harry David

Passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025 in his 79th year. Born and raised in Hamilton, Ontario. He will be sadly missed by his children Kerry, David(Melissa) and predeceased by Melissa. Harry will be fondly remembered by his family and many friends. His quick wit and entertaining stories will be missed. He surely lived life to its fullest and...

Mihkel Maidla

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

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...