OBITUARIES

Dec 15, 2025

Hamilton, Ontario - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Domenic Allega aged 65 following a short and courageous battle with cancer.



Domenic was predeceased by his beloved parents, Paolo and Silvia Allega. He will be profoundly missed by his sister, Francesca Smith (Ed), his nephew David, and his niece Daniela Pullia (Domenic).



Domenic dedicated his life's work...

Dec 15, 2025

Waterford, ON - Bravely, and with his family by his side, Glenn finished his long battle with ALS on Monday, December 15, 2025. Heartbroken beyond words are his beloved daughters, Laura and Jennifer, and wife, Patricia. Brother to Brian (Lynda) and Leslie (Mitch), brother-in-law to Cathy, Shelley and Gary (Marisol). Uncle to Ryland, Romy, Sarah, and Julie and cousin to...

Dec 14, 2025

Ronald Allan SmithIt is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ronald Allan Smith, who, surrounded by family, passed away peacefully at Carpenter Hospice on December 14, 2025, in his 80th year.Born on July 12, 1946, Ron was the beloved son of the late Clarence and Mildred Smith. He is survived by his sister Lori (Ken) Fowler and...

Dec 13, 2025

Adella Marie Setter

We lost one of the kindest people the world has ever known on Saturday December 13, 2025.

Marie Setter passed away peacefully after a long battle with dementia and in the end, cancer. She would have turned 94 in February.

For everyone who had the privilege to know her, Marie loved to entertain and with my Dad (Merrill) hosted family...

Dec 12, 2025

Hamilton, ON - With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend.

Ron was a proud Toronto Blue Jays super fan. His love of the game was only matched by his passion for cheering on his grandsons, Westin, Tyler, Bennett, and Madden, whose games brought him endless pride and joy. Beloved husband of Sharron for...

Dec 11, 2025

Dec 11, 2025

Brian Christopher Clare1965-2025Brian Christopher Clare, 60, of Waterdown, Ontario passed away unexpectedly on December 11, 2025. He was born in Oromocto on January 7th, 1965, the son of the late Ronald and Shirley (Mercer) Clare.Brian grew up in West River and graduated from Caledonia Regional High School. He was always full of energy and when he walked in a room...

Dec 10, 2025

Andrew Charles Daigle (Manny)

Hamilton, Ontario

Andrew Charles Daigle (Manny) passed away on December 10, 2025, at the age of 81. He was

a member of Garden River First Nations.

Born on February 14,1944 in Sault Ste Marie, Ontario. Son of Cecile Daigle (2009) and Gerald

Mann (1997)

Predeceased by his loving wife of 23 years Darlene Burdon (2023) whom he loved deeply.

Andy is survived by...

Dec 10, 2025

Ancaster Ontario, 75 Dunham Dr. - It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Anne Merlino, who passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at the remarkable age of 102.

Anne lived her life with purpose, simplicity, and connection. She valued family deeply and nurtured bonds that spanned generations.



Predeceased by her husband of seventy...

Dec 9, 2025

Dec 8, 2025

Susan Elizabeth Burns passed away in the early morning on Monday, December 8, 2025 at the age of 63 from MSA-C. She is pre-deceased by her mother Betty Joan Near and her brother David Edward Gregory Near who passed away in 2017. Loving wife to Robert Burns, mother to Alanna (Geoff, Noah) and Stephanie (Adam). Daughter of Gordon, sister to...

Dec 8, 2025

Dec 8, 2025

Fenwick, ON - Randy Carl Coffey passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family after a valiant battle with cancer, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith and perseverance. Randy was a devoted father to Joanne (Antonio) and Brandon (Esther), and he cherished every moment spent with his grandchildren, Brayden, Mya, Cameron, Domenic and Aubrey Jo. He was a loving...

Dec 6, 2025

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Kurt Robin Pickering on Dec. 6 2025 in Kitchener, ON. He will be remembered by his many relatives and friends. He is survived by his daughter Madyson (Jesse), mother Caroland sister Kimberly (Gary). Kurt is predeceased by his father Edwin ‘Ted’ Pickering, brother Kyle Pickering, and Grandparents.

Dec 6, 2025

Peter Reginald Hosford passed away peacefully at Margaret’s Place Hospice following a valiant and resilient life on December 6th, 2025, only 40 days after his 100th birthday. Peter was visited by his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren on the occasion of his 100th birthday. He is pre-deceased by his beloved wife Cynthia Evelyn Bracey March 29th, 2022 and son Douglas...

Dec 5, 2025

Dec 5, 2025

On December 5th, Malcolm, beloved husband to Yvonne, proud father to son Lorne and caretaker to many kitties, passed away peacefully in his own home.

I would like to thank my family, friends and neighbors for all their kindness and support.

Cremation has taken place. A tribute to his life will be held at a later date.

Dec 5, 2025

Dec 5, 2025

Chadwick, Kent (John). Born in Hamilton, Dec.17,1939. We rode the last chairlift with Kent on Dec. 5th at St. Joseph's. Son of Kent and Olive (1998), brother of Gayle (2006). Kent attended Delta H.S. and retired from Stelco in 1996. A lifetime member of the YMCA and a well known figure on the slopes at Holiday Valley in Ellicottville, N.Y....

Dec 2, 2025