OBITUARIES
Shirley Elizabeth Fratoni
Aug 11, 2025
Shirley Elizabeth Fratoni (nee Boyce) Obituary
Shirley Fratoni, affectionately known as Shirl the Pearl and the The River Queen, passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025, peacefully at Wentworth Lodge in Dundas, Ont. Her departure leaves a void in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. Born to Joe and Viola Boyce in Stoney Creek, Shirley was the oldest...
Louise Reed
Aug 7, 2025
In Loving Memory of Louise Lynne Reed (née MacKenzie) May 13, 1950 - August 7, 2025 Surrounded by love, Louise Lynne Reed passed away peacefully on August 7,2025.Louise was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother — the devoted mother of Tania and Jody (Kyle), a proud and loving grandmother to Kourtney, Garrett, Keira, and Jack, and a caring great-grandmother to...
Paul Yaretz
Aug 6, 2025
Paul Yaretz, born on November 7, 1966, left this world on August 6, 2025, leaving behind a legacy defined by his kindness, humor, and unwavering dedication to his family and community.
Throughout his career, Paul devoted himself to Autism Ontario, an organization close to his heart due to the personal experiences of his family. His commitment to advocating for those with...
James Alexander Bell
Aug 5, 2025
Bell, James Alexander
Passed away on Tuesday, August 5th in his 101st year. He was born in Co Down in Northern Ireland, was a graduate of Trinity College, Dublin, and a past graduate of Stanmillis University College, Belfast. Jim has a lengthy teaching career, having taught in schools in Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Southern Rhodesia (now Zabia and Zimbabwe) and finally...
Margaret Mary Allen
Aug 2, 2025
Margaret Mary Allen, born on November 14, 1956, in Hamilton, Ontario, embarked on her final journey on August 2, 2025. Margaret’s life was a tapestry woven with love, devotion, and a deep sense of community. She spent the last 20 years of her vibrant career dedicated to the Government of Ontario, contributing her skills and passion to public service.
From her...
Mary Anne Tilley
Aug 1, 2025
With love, in memory of Mary Anne “Nan” Tilley
June 3rd 1943 – Aug 1st, 2025
With great sadness we announce the passing of Mary Anne Tilley. Mary passed peacefully in her sleep surrounded by family at the age of 82.
Mary was born in Saint John’s, Newfoundland to her parents Michael Kelly and Eileen Wilcott. She is predeceased by her husband Michael...
Lieselotte Henriette Amme
Aug 1, 2025
AMME (Scheffers), Lieselotte Henriette
June 5, 1932 - August 1, 2025
We are sad to say that we had to suddenly say goodbye to our incredible Mom on Friday, August 1, 2025. Lotte was predeceased by her husband John, her sons Fred and Steven, and her siblings Lawrence and Johanna. Survived by her children Loretta, John, Edward and Catherina. Also survived by...
Lissi Vera Nielsen
Jul 30, 2025
Nielsen, Lissi Vera
Lissi passed away peacefully on July 30th at the age of 94, following a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
She is lovingly remembered by her children, Nancy, Jimmy (Cindy), and Brenda (Rob); her grandchildren Christopher, Abbey (Hemal), Jessica (Matthew), and Matthew; and her sister Bitten, in Denmark. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Willy (2012), her...
Barbara Breedon
Jul 29, 2025
In Loving Memory of Barbara Ellen BreedonFebruary 22, 1954 – July 29, 2025It is with deep sorrow and love that we announce the passing of Barbara Breedon, who departed this life peacefully on July 29, 2025, at the age of 71.Born on February 22, 1954, Barbara was the only child of her loving parents, Walter and Alice Parnell, who preceded...
