Gladys Locke was born Gladys Georgina Oliver on April 21, 1933 in Galt. She passed peacefully April 21, 2018 in Cambridge, Ontario where she was born. She will be forever missed by her husband Everett and children Cindy, Elaine and Everett the third; well as their spouses Henry, David and Tammy. Her grandchildren Angie, Kristina, Stephen, Jacquelyn, Everett the 4th, Emma and Paige mourn her passing along with her great grandchildren Ashton, Jenissa, Kayla, Chloe and Georgia. The most recent family member to hold her love was Harper her great great grandchild.

Her family is her legacy; but she has touched the hearts of everyone she met. “Happy Bum” as she was nick named at Franklin Mfg. brought joy to many with her quick wit. Later she worked at Long Mfg. where she met her husband. While working so many years at Zehrs Market, it wasn’t only her fellow employees that were affected by her loving attitude, but also the many customers that would wait in her line just to check out with her. In retirement she spent many summers at Happy Hills, where she would love to host any family members who could and spend the time. The family will be gathering privately and welcomes your thoughts and prayers as Gladys joins the Angels in heaven. 

At 78 years of age, Linda passed away peacefully on Wednesday April 18, 2018.

She is predeceased by her parents, Wilson and Olive Derbecker, her sister, Barbara Otterbein, her son-in-law, Tom Upton, and her husband, Bill Potter. Linda will be sadly missed by her
spouse, Fred Baehr and her daughters, Shelley McGuire, Brenda Upton, Lorrie Becker, sons-in-law, Terry McGuire, and Rob Becker, and grandchildren, Ryan McGuire (Yvonne), Erin McGuire (Andy), Shayla McGuire, Lauren Becker, Haley Becker, Zakory Upton (Bella) and great-grandson, Emmett McGuire.

Friends and relatives are invited to share memories of Linda with a memorial visitation from 12 - 1 p.m. on Sunday April 29, 2018 at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick Street, Kitchener. A Celebration of Life will be held in the funeral home chapel at 1 p.m. followed by a reception.

Cremation arrangements are underway. Donations, in lieu of flowers, can be made to Lisaard House.

Passed away peacefully at Innisfree House on April 17, 2018.

Forever loved and remembered by children Paul of Kitchener and Donna of Toronto. Predeceased by his much loved wife Trudy (May 2017) and by his parents Matilda and Charles Graber.

A lifelong employee of Kaufman footwear, retired after 49 years of service.

Cremation has taken place and a private family time of remembrance has been held. Memorial donations to Innisfree House would be appreciated. 

Passed away suddenly at home on Friday April 13, 2018, at the age of 81.

Harold taught at G.C.I &V.S. as a woodworking teacher for many years.  He was also a long standing member of the Galt Strokers.  Harold was much loved and will be missed greatly.
 
Beloved husband of 57 years to Gloria (nee Sorbara) Dale. Loving father of Tina Dale, Tony Dale, and Peter Dale. Also survived by our sons of the heart, Ian, Ken and Danny.   Predeceased by his son Bill Dale.
 
Cremation has taken place. 

October 18, 1940 – April 12, 2018
 
As the result of complications from an untreatable neurological disorder and with the assistance of a MAID team (Medical Assistance in Dying), Richard passed away peacefully at home on April 12, 2018. 

Beloved son of the late Alfred and Eveline Lee, Richard is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Dianne, his wonderful daughter Michelle and her husband Adam Ley and their children:  Brennan, Grayson and Evyn. He leaves behind his sister Claire Duchene (Henry, deceased) and her children and their spouses: Kathy (Dennis), Mike (Karen), Sharon and Carol (Warren) and their families.

Richard spent 35 years working in various capacities, for the Toronto Board of Education.  An avid walker and traveler, he was most proud of having visited all 7 continents. A private interment will take place at a later date.

October 27, 1832 - April 12, 2018

Mayo Erwin Mellecke was given life by his creator and was born October 27, 1932 in Stillwater MN. The only child of Herman and Mabel Mellecke. He was reborn as a child of God in the waters of Holy Baptism on December 4, 1932. He confessed that baptismal faith in the Rite of Confirmation on August 1, 1946 and received the gift of the Lord’s life-giving body and blood. On August 12, 1956 Mayo was united in holy matrimony to Adelma Lillian Heintz. They were blessed with five sons and two daughters.

He graduated on May 31, 1957 at Concordia Theological Seminary, Springfield IL.

Mayo received his Elementary and Junior High School education in Stillwater, MN. He attended Dr. Martin Luther College, New Ulm, MN for four years of High School graduating in 1950. College education was attained at Northwestern College, Watertown, Wisconsin and Concordia College, St. Paul. Seminary training was at Concordia Theological Seminary, Springfield, Illinois. His vicarage year was under the Manitoba-Saskatchewan District President, the Rev. L. W. Koehler at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Winnipeg, MB. Mayo served as pastor of Grace English Lutheran Church, Brandon, MB; St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Milk River, AB and St. John Lutheran Church, Magrath, AB; Hope Lutheran Church, Port Coquitlam, BC; Trinity Lutheran Church, St. Walburg, SK and Zion Lutheran Church, Flat Valley, SK; Zion Lutheran Church, Dashwood ON; and St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Stratford, ON; as well as a number of congregations as vacancy pastor.

On April 12, 2018 at Kitchener, Ontario God blessed Mayo with a holy death and took him home to rest in the arms of Jesus until the resurrection of the dead.

Mayo was predeceased by his wife, Adelma; son, Peter; and his parents.

He is survived by his children; David (Donna), Daniel (Elizabeth),  Jonathan (Pauline), Judith, Rachel (Tim Kuhl) and Paul (Jennifer); grandchildren Melissa (Derek Millar), Charleen (John Rapp), Adam, Allison, Elise, James, Christopher, Christina, Sara, Peter, Sophie and Kaitlyn ; and great grandchildren Jasmine, John J, Alexander.

The memorial service for Mayo will be held at Historic St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 137 Queen St. S. Kitchener, ON at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 27, 2018. Visitation begins one hour prior to the service with lunch to follow the memorial service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Lutherans for Life – Canada or Diabetes Canada.

Passed away at St. Mary’s Hospital on Tuesday April 11, 2018 at 77 years.

Beloved wife of the late Louis G. Brenner (July 16, 2017). Loving mother of Jacqueline and husband David Lemont, Jan Paul Brenner. She is survived by 2 grandsons Colton and Dusten Lemont, 2 granddaughters Nicole and Natasha Brenner.

Dear sister of Gloria and Robert Hobden, Bert and Margaret Flood, Helen and Burt Christner, Leonard and Dianne Flood, Olive Roth, Earl and Sylvia Flood, Dorothy Honderich and Brian Garbedian, Marion and Fred Ancic, Murray and Judy Flood, Jane Flood, Sandra and Brian Fedy, Wendy and Patrick Fair, Gladys and David Divell and Chery and Bill Chanski. Also survived by brother-in-laws Peter and Keith Brenner.

Predeceased by sister-in-law Jean Haunn and Audrey Blake, brothers -in-law Donald, Robert and Burt Brenner.

Cremation has taken place and a celebration of Orla’s life will be held at a later date. Donations may be made to the St. Mary’s General Hospital Foundation. 

September 10, 1934 – April 7, 2018

Don, beloved son of Kanichi and Aki [Nakamura] Kishibe, beloved brother to Kaye {Mary} and Kenzo {Giselle Lacombe}, and beloved husband to Camellia {Duhaime}, passed away from a heart attack at St. Mary’s General Hospital in Kitchener, Ontario.

Don was born in Vancouver, British Columbia. His family sailed to Japan in August 1947 where, in less than a year, his father died in an industrial accident. The mother and three sons returned to Canada in 1954, settling in London, Ontario.

Don astonished his mother by teaching himself to read at the early age of three. Acquiring and sharing knowledge remained a lifelong source of pleasure.

Don established himself as a photographer for the Kumano Studio and was later recruited as a medical photographer for the large medical teaching centre known as the London Health Sciences Centre. He soon became well-respected and highly valued by the medical community. Don eventually taught medical photography at the London community college.

Don was also passionate about his hobby, competitive target shooting. He became a member of the Canadian National Team for five years. His other strength in this sport was as a lifetime official, where one of his fondest memories was officiating at the Montreal Olympics.

Don will be remembered for his quiet steadfastness and relentless strive for excellence in all aspects of his life. He is profoundly missed. 

At the age of 92, Diane went home to be with her Saviour on April 9, 2018. She joins her husband Mitchell and children Charles, Harold and Brenda.

Diane was loved by many and will be dearly missed by her remaining children; Lily, Larry, Clifford, Frank, Irma, Viola, Sadie and Lyle, Sheila, Marilyn, Brian, Gary, Wilma and Scott and their daughter Makenna “I love you Duda” and many more grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

​Thank you for the loving, warm and special care from the PSWs at ParaMed. There are not enough thank yous to express the outstanding and excellent care from the following medical team: Eimear Keely-Dyck NP from KW HealthLink; you were our angel in our time of need, Dr. Keleher, the nurses from Care Partners, just to name a few; Sandra, Melanie and Diane. And thank you so much to the Hospice of Waterloo Region and beautiful Cindy, you helped our family through a long and difficult journey. Our hope is that the Hospice will continue to help many more families for many, many more years.  

On Saturday, April 7, 2018 we said goodbye to a good man and proud retired Ironworker Local 721. Charles Robert Henry Lougheed passed away peacefully at home surrounded by love, laughter and his country music.
 
He is survived by his wife of 34 years Wanda, whom he adored and loved beyond words. Poppa was very loved and will be greatly missed by all of his children, grandchildren and family, including siblings, cousins, nieces and nephews.
 
Charlie was born on October 5, 1937 in Singhampton, Ontario to Iyla and Herman Lougheed. At his request, he will be buried with them on May 5, 2018 at 2p.m. in Singhampton. There will a celebration of life to follow at the Singhampton Community Center. 
 
In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the House Of Friendship in Kitchener, Ontario or a charity of your choice.