1934 - 2021
  
It’s hard to find the right words to describe our Dad/Grandpa, so instead of trying we just want to say thank you. Thank you for always saving us the comics from the paper, for letting us raid your vending machine stash, for letting us sit with you in your lazy boy after we long grew out of it, for teaching us to golf, for always calling your computer a “tin can” to avoid swearing in front of us. Thank you for teaching us that a family is what makes a home and that hard work will get you where you want to go no matter where that is. 
 
You were a family first kind of person, going out of your way to help your Mom when she needed something, no matter that she didn’t live close. You were there for all of us, whether it be to renovate a kitchen, build a garage, or just to walk with and enjoy the peace and quiet.
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Because of you we have memories of can crushers, TVs turned up way too loud, tomato soup, milk moustaches, brisk tea, vanilla ice cream, Blue Jays games, golf, and ice cream sandwiches. This list could go on forever, but to sum it up - without you our childhoods and adulthood would have had a little less magic in them. 
 
Bert is survived by his wife Beverly, adult children Valerie (spouse Dave), RoseMarie, Mike (spouse Jill), Coreen, Kevin (spouse Melita); grandchildren Dale, Jason (spouse Lise), Barry, Randelle (spouse Matt), Morgan (spouse Jeff), Ryan (spouse Allie), Kimberly (spouse Matt), Shaun; and 13 great grandchildren.
 
Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held in the fall of 2022 in Owen Sound. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Humane Society as expressions of sympathy.
 
Messages and condolences may be left for the family at www.tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237. Please visit Albert's obituary notice on Facebook.

1941 - 2021
 
Paul Douglas Magee of Kitchener passed away Sunday October 10, 2021. Paul died peacefully with his family by his side.
 
Paul was born in Toronto December 11, 1941 to Marjorie and Douglas Magee. 
 
Paul was a dedicated employee of Colgate Palmolive. If you ever saw Paul, he always had his tool belt on,  ready to help anyone in need. Paul’s motto “for every minute spent organizing, an hour is earned”.  Paul always thought he had the best neighbours. It turns out, he did have the best neighbours in the world.
 
                              “A true friend leaves paw prints on your heart” Love Hans 
 
Paul will be missed by his partner Vera, his children; Scott (Eda), Shaun and Shelly. His Grandchildren; Russell, Heather, Simeon, Liam, Brannan, Madeleine. His Siblings, Lawrence (Sandra), Heather, Brenda, Kim and predeceased by a brother John.
 
In lieu of flowers please donate to Lisaard House,  www.lisaardandinnisfree.com 
as expressions of sympathy.  Cremation will take place and at his request with no service. 
 
Messages and condolences may be left for the family at www.tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237. Please visit Paul's obituary notice on Facebook.

​Passed away peacefully at Cambridge Memorial Hospital on October 5, 2021 with his beloved wife by his side.

Born in Apohaqui, New Brunswick, Jim was the beloved son of the Late Ruby and Alfred Hope. He is predeceased by his brother Richard (Dick) Hope. Survived by his wife Dianna Hope and his daughters Crystal MacCallum (Tim) and Shannon Kennedy (Gerald). Proud grandfather of Lauryn and Brandon. He will be sadly missed by his brother Wayne Hope (Donna) and their children.

As expressions of sympathy, donations to VETS Canada (https://vetscanada.org) would be appreciated by the family.

Cremation has taken place and a private family gathering will be held at a later date.

Messages and condolences may be left at www.tricitycremations.com.  Please visit Jim's obituary notice on Facebook.

Passed away peacefully on Sunday October 3, 2021 at Hospice Waterloo at the age of 86 years.

Adolf was born in Neustandt, Germany and worked for many years as a Machinist and Tool and Die Maker. He enjoyed spending time doing outdoor activities such as gardening and canoeing.
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Beloved husband of Christel (nee Mewes), married for over 63 years. He leaves behind his wonderful children, Andy ( Donna), Michael ( Karin ) and Sharon Noecker ( Warren). Proud Opa of Lyric ( Vu ), Aaron ( Kim ), Tyson, Jacob, Nicholas ( Cheyenne). Cherished Great Opa of Camren and Sophia. Dear Brother of Marianne Etgeton. Predeceased by his parents, Karl and Gertrude Schmidtmeyer. 

Cremation will take place. A private family gathering will be held a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer’s Society or Kidney Foundation would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.

Messages and condolences may be left for the family at www.tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237.  Please visit Adolf's obituary notice on Facebook.

Passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of family at Parkwood Mennonite Home, on Sunday October 3, 2021 at the age of 76 years. 

Beloved husband of 53 wonderful years to Catherine  (nee Kennedy) . Loving Father and  "Daddy's little girl" Farrah Wehrstein (Darryl) and Chris Osborne. Predeceased by his parents Buck and Rose.

John and Cathy had an amazing life together travelling to the East and West Coast, Florida, multiple cruises, Hawaii and after they retired spent 11 years in Texas during the winter months. He was a member of the Norwich Classic Vehicle Club where he built from scratch a 1968 Red Mustang Convertable which won several awards at Car Shows. He was such an amazing husband and father. He adored his dog Oliver and loved having multiple picnics with us this summer. We will never forget all the great memories we have shared. Dad, we will always have Butterfly Kisses at night.

We would like to thank the amazing staff on Bauman Homestead for taking such good care of Dad. You welcomed him into your home for the last 7 months and we cant thank you enough for all the love and support you have given us.

Cremation will take place. A Celebration of Life/ A private family service will be held at a later date.  

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Parkwood Mennonite Bauman Homestead or KW Humane Society as expressions of sympathy.

Messages and condolences may be left for the family at www.tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237. Please visit John's obituary notice on Facebook.

With heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Aaron Mattes, most beloved son, brother, family member and friend on Sunday, October 3, 2021, age 38, at his residence.

Aaron enjoyed the hospitality industry immensely, especially when it came to the love of good food and good drink. He was a Free Spirit, Foodie and loved music, which led him to travel cities and countries around the globe.

Through his kind Spirit he touched the lives of many people and will be sadly missed. Those who knew Aaron, even just a little, lost a shinning light in their lives.

Aaron will be missed as much as he was loved by his mother Gail Mattes, his sister Mercedes Mattes-Kroisenbrunner (Jesse), his maternal grandparents Ruby and Clair Glebe, his loving Uncle Clair Glebe (Deborah), Aunt Marie Ingley (Jon), and Uncle Paul Glebe. Also, by his cousins Tyler Glebe (Natasha), Emily Glebe (Kalen) and Cassandra Ingley, along with his niece, Mabel Kroisenbrunner. Fondly remembered by his stepfather Steve Kidd and stepbrother Adam.

We’ll hold you now as you held so many of us:  bravely, fully, and with great love.

Rest in peace.

A Celebration of Aaron’s Life will be held at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or a Charity of your Choice.

Messages and condolences may be left for the family at www.tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237.

1942 - 2021​

Martin (Matt) Daw, 78, of Cambridge passed away at the Cambridge Memorial Hospital on Thursday, September 30, 2021.

Matt will be forever missed by Pat and his sons, James and Chris Daw.   His sister Margaret and husband Jim Airlie and Andrew and Kim Airlie of Vancouver BC. Matt was predeceased by his parents and brothers Hughie and James Daw of Scotland. Matt will be fondly remembered by extended family and friends.

Cremation (Tri City) has taken place. And a graveside service will be held at a later date. If desired donations to the Children's Wish Foundation would be appreciated.

Rest in Peace Dear Laddie,
You Did Good.

Passed away peacefully at Freeport Hospital, on Tuesday September 28, 2021 at the age of 63 years.

Beloved daughter of Ken Riehl. Loving wife of Rodger Vasey of Kitchener. Dear sister of John and Christopher Riehl, and Aunt of Stephanie Riehl. She is the cherished sister-in-law of Heather O’Callahan (Terry) and Patrick Vasey (Lorie Marcella). Predeceased by her Mother Carolyn (nee Snider) Riehl.

Cremation has taken place.  Friends are welcome to join the family for a time of memorial visitation to celebrate Mary’s life on Saturday October 16th, 2021 at Brock and Visser Funeral Home, 845 Devonshire Avenue, Woodstock from 3-4 pm, followed by the service in the Funeral Home chapel at 4 p.m. with Rev Jeff Smith officiating. Please RSVP by contacting the funeral home at www.brockandvisser.com.

We would also like to thank our many friends and family for their constant support in this difficult time.
 
“Turn your face to the Sun and the shadows fall behind you”  Maori proverb

Mary was our Sun,  and the light she cast will be sadly missed.
Now we will look for her in the stars, and smile when they twinkle
A daughter, a sister , an aunt, a wife and a friend,  she excelled in all these roles
 
If desired, memorial contributions to Canadian Cancer Society or Grand River Hospital Foundation – Freeport Site would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.

Messages and condolences may be left for the family at www.tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237.  Please visit Mary's obituary notice on Facebook.

Passed away peacefully at Lisaard House in Cambridge on Monday September 27th, 2021 at the age of 72 years.

Dear son of Lillian Barna, and loving brother of Ken and his twin brother Albert, along with his nieces and nephews; Jeff, Angela, Shannon, Stephanie, and Trevor. Cherished father of Kevin (Edi) and Steven Griese. He will be especially missed by his grandchildren; Briana and Mason.

Allan was retired from MTD where he worked as a welder. He enjoyed fishing, camping and having coffee with his friends Roy and Tony.

Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Lisaard House would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.

Messages and condolences may be left for the family at www.tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237. Please visit Allan's obituary notice on Facebook.

On Friday Sept 24, 2021 Robert Joel Pulkkinen loving husband, father, grandfather passed away at the age of 74. Bob was born on December 29, 1946 in Kapuskasing, Ontario. On February 25, 1967 he married the love of his life Dianne Dupuis. They raised two children Mya and Wayland.

Bob was a very talented athlete. He was awarded a scholarship offer to attend Brown University for Baseball. His devotion to his family life and values made him take another path. He received a diploma in Recreation Leadership from Confederation College. Bob worked countless hours with Big Brothers Association in Thunder Bay. His passion for billiards was evident with the extra goodies that were brought home to provide for his family. Bob’s work always took him away from his family life. Whether it was working in the mines in Hemlo or at different generating plants like Darlington for Ontario Hydro as a Mechanical Technician.

Bob had a passion for his family and work. He was a very devoted husband, father and grandfather. His love for his Boston Bruins was seen by many family and friends. Bob is survived by Mya (Erkki), Wayland (Caroline), grandsons Matti, Mika, Carlan, and granddaughter Brielle. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. He was widowed by his late wife Dianne and predeceased by his parents Joel and Norma Pulkkinen.

Cremation has already taken place. A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Lisaard House in Cambridge, Ontario.

Please visit Bob's obituary notice on Facebook.