November 14, 1930 - February 26, 2019

Passed away peacefully in Kitchener after Alzheimer Disease crept into his life.

Philip is survived by his wife Margaret of 66 years, daughter Chris (Dan), son Philip, four grandchildren, Dave (Kathy), Leanne, Kurt (Karla), Lorelle (Daniel) and two great grandchildren Noel and Nathan.

Respecting the family's wishes, there will be no service. Our family thanks Lanark Heights for the wonderful care they provided in the past four years. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer Society of Canada.

We will miss his wisdom, sense of humour and smiles forever. 

Please visit Philip's obituary notice on Facebook.

It is with great sadness that Lillian’s family announces her passing on Tuesday, February 26, 2019, at Lanark Heights Long Term Care. 

Loving and devoted mother to Ingrid Pinos (Tony), Valerie Petis (Don), Derek Zahraj and Jenice Zahraj.  Sadly missed by her grandchildren Andrea Pinos (Darius), David Pinos, Hillary Elinesky (Kyle), Kieran Fitzgerald (Tara) and her great grandchildren Irie-Ella, Leelaa and Ethan.  Predeceased by her husband Oldrich Zahraj (2002) and son-in-law Vladimir Pinos (2010).  Survived by her sisters Helen Huffman of Orchard Park, New York,  Joyce Sackfie, Hazel Janzen (John) and Sheila Dick all of St. Catharines, Ontario. 

Lillian was a wonderful mother, an accomplished soprano soloist, and a talented writer.  She was a beautiful person inside and out.  A small celebration of life will be arranged with the family and close friends at a future date. 

​Thank you to the staff of Lanark Heights for their compassionate care of our mother.  A special thank you to our cousin, Dale Sackfie, for making it possible for Mom to have one last visit with her sisters. 

Please visit Lillian's obituary notice on Facebook.

March 27, 1973 - February 22, 2019
 
She was taken from this world to early after a battle with cancer and passed away on her floor 3E St. Mary's Hospital where she worked as an RN and had her second family.

A woman we all aspire to be like in life. A loving wife to Greg Leno. Mother to Jovie and Sypher Leno. Daughter to Ken and Anne Gillespie. Sister to Jamie, Chris and Shane Gillespie. And friend to us all.

A generous, loving soul who was there for all of us.  She lived life to her fullest and never regretted any of it.

​We will be holding a Celebration of life on Saturday 9th at the Curling Club (27 David St. W) Elora, Ontario.  Family visit from 1pm - 3pm and Friends from 3pm - 5pm.  Dress casual. Just come with love and stories. 

​Please visit  Deanna's obituary notice on Facebook.

Passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Health Centre, Guelph, on Friday February 22, 2019, at the age of 75 years.

Beloved wife for over 50 years to the late Harry Malm who predeceased her on March 11, 2014. Loving mother of Peter Malm (Diane), Tina Malm (Darren) and predeceased by her daughter Pia Clemmer. Cherished grandmother of Kevin, Doug, Stacey, Josh and Joel and Great grandchild Grayson.

All are welcome to a graveside service at Parkview Cemetery, 335 University Ave., Waterloo on Saturday March 2, 2019 at 11 a.m.

 1932 - 2019
 
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Kerr Maynard on February 20, 2019 at 4:45 pm at Cambridge Memorial Hospital. 

He is survived by his wife Marion of 61 years, his children Wendy Maynard, John (Jay) Maynard (Debora) and Tannis Maynard-Langedijk (Richard), his grandchildren Leigh Stewart, Corey Stewart, Bryn Ludlow, Jodi Maynard, Oliver Maynard-Langedijk, Megan Guerra (Alex), Danielle Gordon, Emmet Maynard-Langedijk, Haley Maynard and great grand-daughter Angela Gomes.

John was born in North Battleford, Saskatchewan. He was the youngest son of Agnes (Nan) and John (Jack) with three older siblings, Robert, Beryl and Jean. He received a Bachelor of Commerce degree and a diploma in Hospital Administration from the University of British Columbia and a diploma in Health Systems Management from Harvard University. He served variously as an Administrator of acute hospitals ranging in size from 23 to 250 beds, psychiatric hospitals ranging in size from 200-1200 beds and as a senior civil servant in the Ontario Ministry of Health. He was the Director of Provincial Psychiatric Services and the Executive Director of the Institutional Division responsible for nursing homes, hospital planning and hospital operations.

When he left the civil service, he became the Executive Director of the Ontario Nursing Home Association establishing Nursing Home Accreditation for the Province of Ontario. He then became Vice President and a Healthcare Management Consultant at Diversicare performing operational reviews of large hospitals across Canada and was responsible for the establishment of the Ontario Veterinary College Hospital in Guelph, Ontario. After leaving Diversicare he established John K. Maynard and Associates in partnership with his wife Marion, consulting in the field of housing and healthcare for seniors for 20 years before his retirement in 2006. He and Marion additionally joined forces with their son John (Jay) Maynard to form PlanFX Systems (Canada) where he served as President of the Board.

Over the years John has been active in many service clubs including Lions, Kinsman, Rotary and was a founding member of the Probus Club in Guelph, Ontario. He served as a board member then vice-chairman of the Stonehenge Therapeutic Community (addiction treatment) and a board member of Guelph Hospice.

John served as a Warden in the Port Rowan Anglican Church, Port Rowan, Ontario and was an active member of Trinity Anglican Church in Cambridge, Ontario.

Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will be held at Trinity Anglican Church, 12 Blair Road, Cambridge, Ontario on Saturday March 23, 2019 at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers a donation to the Trinity Roof Fund would be appreciated. 

Passed away peacefully at St.Mary's Hospital on Monday February 18th 2019 after a battle with respiratory failure and she was a long time cancer survivor.
 
Predeceased by her parents, Ted Hesch Sr. and Helen (Obermeyer) Hesch also by brother-in-law 2018, Ralph Boniface..
 
She is survived by brother Ted Jr. of Calgary (Yvonne), sisters; Juanita (Bruce) McGlynn of Waterloo, Yvonne Boniface of Woodstock, Alecia Nicholls (Al) of Woodstock, Valerie Reeves (Patrick Walters) of Kitchener, Holly Hesch (Wayne Hergott) of St. Clements and by brother Philip (Kathy) Hesch of Kitchener. Lovingly remembered by many nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and nephews. She will be remembered by her long time friend, Wayne Urqhart who is mourning the loss of his beloved sweetheart.
 
Cremation has taken place.  A Celebration of Life will be held at The Dedication Centre - Williamsburg, 1541 Fischer-Hallman Road Kitchener, on Saturday April 27th, from 1-4 pm for a time of sharing and remembrances. Prvate family interment will take place.
 
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations would be appreciated by her family to St. Mary’s Hospital - 6th floor, Respiratory Ward, As well as   Anselma House and Pet Rescue, Considering Connie's special love of animals. These can be made directly through the organizations.
 
Donation of her eyes were made.  "Connie will see the world in a whole new light". We are so very proud of her strength and compassion.

At this time we would like to thank the 6th. Floor staff at St. Mary's and all the Doctors for providing Connie with such endless care and great support for our little sister. Especially, Dr. Alex Trussler who made the transition so peaceful.  

Please visit Connie's obituary notice on Facebook.

Ruth passed away peacefully with family by her side at her home on Saturday, February 16th, 2019 at the age of 81.  Lovingly remembered by her husband, Dieter Herzberg.
 
Proud mother of Donald (Lorena), Peter & Suzanne (James). Loving sister to John and Jim Disher. Ruth will be sadly missed by her grandchildren, Cameron, Amanda, Julia, Kayla, Shane & Katie. Dieter will truly miss his dear wife and best friend, his poetic “limerick” collaborator - his “heart of gold”.
 
We celebrate and are grateful for Ruth who taught us about kindness, compassion and God’s love.
 
She treasured her family and embraced every moment with them.  She took care of us with much love and devotion and will be dearly missed and forever in our hearts.  We will always cherish the precious time that we had with her.
 
A Celebration of Life will take place in a private family ceremony at a later date. 
 
As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

Please visit Ruth's obituary notice on Facebook. 

Peacefully at home on Friday, February 15, 2019 at the age of 93 with Shadow, her dog, at her side.

Missed by son Mark Vondrau of Preston, Cambridge, brothers Clarence (Ronita), Jim (Maggie) and Larry (Judy) and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by husband Howard Vondrau (1980), parents Ethel and George Hennessey and brother Fred.

​Born in Glace Bay, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia on December 23, 1925, Margaret moved to Ontario in the 1940’s for the war effort. 

A generous soul, she helped strangers and family alike, always thinking of others before herself. She loved animals, especially dogs, who were always in her company.  She also loved her many flower beds, gardens and lilac trees in her large yard. 

In the 1980’s she drove “down east” every year for a few months in her mini motor home. In the 1990’s and early 2000’s she took bus day trips across the border for shopping. She had sharp intellect and wit and was well-informed on most topics.

As per Margaret’s wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral service. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the KW or Cambridge Humane Societies would be appreciated by her family. 

​Please visit Margaret's obituary notice on Facebook.

Passed away peacefully on February 15, 2019 at his home in Paris, Ontario. Tarcy was born January 3, 1965 on Bell Island, Newfoundland.
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Beloved father to Ryan and Katie. Proud grandfather to Austin, Joel and Keira-Anne. Survived by his siblings, Bernice Wilson, Kathleen Mackey (Terry), Judy Kent (Ray), Marian Dezell, Gordon Fitzpatrick, Gary Fitzpatrick (Kim), sister-in-law Carol Fitzpatrick as well as many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins.

Tarcy is predeceased by his parents Gordon and Dorothy Fitzpatrick, his sister Sara (Sal) McKeen, his brothers Francis (Diddle) Fitzpatrick, William Blair (Buck) Fitzpatrick, his brothers-in-law, John (Jack) Wilson, Keith Wm. Kent and James C.W. Dezell.

Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.

Please visit Tarcy's obituary notice on Facebook. 
​
The Broken Chain

We little knew that day,
God was going to call your name.
In life we loved you dearly,
In death, we do the same.
 
It broke our hearts to lose you.
You did not go alone.
For part of us went with you,
The day God called you home.
 
You left us beautiful memories,
Your love is still our guide.
And although we cannot see you,
You are always at our side.
 
Our family chain is broken,
And nothing seems the same,
But as God calls us one by one,
The chain will link again.

 December 7, 1960 - February 14, 2019

It is with great sadness that we announce David's sudden passing at St. Mary's Hospital, Kitchener on February 14, 2019 at the age of 58.

He is survived by his brother Darrell and his wife Patricia and sister Donna Shephard and her husband Bill. David will be remembered by his nephews Ryan, Brett (Sonia), Jo-Dee and Shaun "Fraser Power", and his niece "Cooney Eileen", Shannon Uggenti (Justin). Uncle David always came up with the best nicknames!

Predeceased by his parents Donald Fraser (1995) and Beverley Fraser (2012).

Cremation has taken place. A private family burial will take place at a later date.

"Until we meet again"

Please visit David's obituary notice on Facebook.