OBITUARIES

Jun 17, 2022

Peter Thomas Deckert (Switzer) January 16, 1957 - June 17, 2022 Peter passed away peacefully at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton on Friday, June 17th, 2022 surrounded by his family. He will forever be missed by his loving wife Laura, children Shane (Syarrah), Jessica (Paul), Stephanie (Stephen) and Bryce. As well as his grandchildren, Nixon, Colin, Finnley, Izabelle and Ruby. Papa,...

Jun 15, 2022

Carol Jean (MacLaurin) Thomas (September 2, 1937 - June 15, 2022)

We are profoundly saddened to announce the passing of Carol Jean Thomas at Juravinski Hospital surrounded by her family.  She went peacefully and the ‘charge nurse’ was in charge right to the end.

Jun 14, 2022

With heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Doug on June 14, 2022 at Juravinski Hospital.  Doug was the son of the late Marion. He will be deeply missed by brothers Dan and Ron (Andrea) and loving partner Barb (Kankowski).

Doug was a lift-truck mechanic at JH Ryder Machinery for...

Jun 6, 2022

On June 6, 2022, Steven Joseph, Boudreau of Hamilton passed away at the age of 63. Remembered by his three children, Jessica(Luie), Joe(Cheryl) and Justin(Andrea). Loving grandfather to Laura and Domenic. Remembered for always appreciating the little things. Simple, loving, proud, father who always had a smile on his face. His children would like to thank all of his...

May 26, 2022

It is with heavy hearts we announce Jeff's passing on May 26, 2022. Born December 26, 1978, he lived his entire life in Hamilton. He was a cherished son, brother, uncle, cousin, nephew and friend who always had time for anyone in need and would help without hesitation. Jeff loved hockey and grew up playing in the M.H.M.H.A. and...

May 23, 2022

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Terrence (Tye) Joseph Friday Jr, 60, of Hamilton, Ontario. Tye passed away on May 23rd, 2022 and will be forever loved as the brightest heart to all who knew him. Tye was born to Cathie Hanson and Terrence Friday on March 7th, 1962 in Hamilton, Ontario. Tye was a Hamiltonian though-and-through and...

May 16, 2022

Heather Anne Boyd (Scotland) January 9, 1942 – May 16, 2022

“The trees are calling, and I must go.”

On May 16, 2022, tight in the arms of her family, Mom left daughter Becky, and grandchildren Justin and Abby behind at the field gate, and free from pain, headed across the open...

May 16, 2022

Benita C Isalos, 78 passed away peacefully on May 16th 2022 in Hamilton, Ontario. Born on June 3rd, 1943 in the Philippines. Beloved Mother to Armando Bugayong, Araceli Helmer (Lorenzo Helmer) and Celeste Davison (Steve Snow) and loving Lola to Justin Angelo Angue, Patricia Alexandria Helmer-Soliz (Iggy Soliz), Zachary Davison,Loren Kaela Helmer and James Tomas Helmer. Benita lived a...

May 14, 2022

Robert James Urquhart entered into eternal rest on May 14th, 2022. Beloved son of June Jenkins and Robert Urquhart (Debra). He leaves behind his Urquhart siblings: Samantha (Chris), Michael, and Stacey, and his Jenkins siblings: Katharine (Drew), Sarah (Peter), Beth, and Emma (Mike). Father to Ian. Cherished uncle to Kelli (Josh), Tristan, Brooklyn, Austin, Chloe, Brent and Mackenzie. Great...

May 9, 2022

John Smindrovac It is with so much love we announce that John has passed away and will be missed by Family and Friends. Unfortunately his twin sister Marica Konjek (Ferdo) passed many years ago of Pancreatic Cancer, but they are together now in Heaven. John was an easy going friendly man, but it is sad to say he passed...

May 8, 2022

Iotzov, Alexandar Borislavov Alex passed away at the Juravinski Hospital, on May 8, 2022, at the age of 73. He will be missed by his son Boris, daughter-in-law Nadia, and granddaughter Maria, his daughter Maia, her partner Thomas, and grandson Kiril, his ex-wife Hristiana Johnson, his long-time partner and best friend Marie, her daughter Kerin and son-in-law Blair, her sister...

May 8, 2022

Patricia Helen Luckel It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our mother and Nanny, Patricia Luckel on May 8, 2022. 6 days shy of her 78th birthday. She was an amazing mom to John (Trish). Nanny to Jeff ( Elysse), Jay, Kylie (Kyle) and Breanne. Survived by brother Jack and sister Barbara. As per Pat’s wishes...

May 6, 2022

Keith Norman MacPherson March 25, 1940 –May 6, 2022 He was larger than life, and for that reason, despite his age of 82, his passing seems premature. Many people appear old at 60, but he was a “young” octogenarian.Born in the town of Haileybury, he was the youngest bus driver in Canada at the age of 16. Perhaps his...

May 5, 2022

BRETT, KATHLEEN (FRETWELL) June 10,1930 - May 5,2022 She was our English rose. She was loving, kind, accepting, charitable, brave and she was our mum. She called us lovey. She will be mourned by all who knew her but especially her children Judith Brett(Tracy Morrison), Sue Brett-Puddu (Antioco Puddu), Geoff Brett (Jane Vogel), grandchildren Kathleen Brett (Mike Kueber), Mariana...

May 3, 2022

With profound sadness we announce the passing of our brother Pete of Hamilton, Ontario. His journey will continue on to the spirit world with our father, Cameron Isaac, mother Ruth, and nephew Ricky. Survived by his sisters Rebecca Harrison, Ellie Joseph, his brother Paul Isaac, their partners, his many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Our condolences we extend to...

May 2, 2022

Lawrence E. Norris Jr.(Larry) It is with heavy hearts that we say our goodbyes to Larry who passed away and graduated to his heavenly home in the presence of Jesus on Monday, May 2nd, 2022 at the age of 68 years old after a short battle with cancer. Larry will be remembered for his kindness, tender heart and gift...

Apr 26, 2022

Peacefully at home on Tuesday April 26, 2022 Thomas joined his wife, Denise and his son Jason among the stars. Surrounded by his loving daughter Mandi, son in law, Ron and his best buddy Cooper by his side. Tom was supported at home for the past 4 years by his loving family and grandchildren Lucy and Sammy, who already...

Apr 22, 2022

Alan Buchanan, a retired electrician and long term resident of Hamilton, Ontario, died on April 21st, 2022 at the age of 73 after a long hard fought battle with cancer and dementia. Alan is survived by his wife Susan Buchanan, his children Hayley, Scott and Grant Buchanan; his brother Ken Buchanan; grand children Benjamin, Samuel, Alexa, Melana and Jaxon....

Apr 21, 2022

"It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Michel (Michael) Maurice Fillion on April 21st 2022 in his 63rd year of life. Micheal suffered with many complications due to diabetes and parkinsons. He worked over 25 years at Bunge and was a very gentle man giving all he had to those in need. Son of Late...

Apr 20, 2022

Prentice, Ruth Lena (1941-2022) It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ruth Prentice on April 20, 2022 at the Juravinski Hospital, aged 80. Ruth is now forever reunited with her beloved husband Dugald (2017). She was a devoted mother to her children Steven, Rick (Karen), Brian (Krista) and Elizabeth (Mike). She will be dearly missed...