June 12, 1952 – June 29, 2019
 
With sadness we announce the sudden passing of Robert (Bob) Bruce Pelling on Saturday, June 29, 2019 in his 67th year.  

​Bob was a member of the Kitchener Waterloo Ham Radio Club where he made many friends. "SILENT KEY" VE3XNB.  

Heartfelt thanks to the wonderful staff at St. Mary’s Hospital.

Bob will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife, Bonnie Pelling (Martin), brother Richard Pelling and mother Lorene Pelling (Hallett), Father-in-law Menno Martin and his wife Laurel Hasenpflug , Sisters-in-Law  Brenda Martin (Randy), Julia Metzger (Stuart), Jackie Alli (Cam Anness), Darlene Schwarz (Burk), and Borther-in-Law Menno Dean.  Bob was predeceased by his father Ronald Pelling and sister Lynn Pelling.

As per his wishes, cremation has taken place.  A Celebration of Life in his memory will be held on Saturday, September 14th at the Preston Legion, 334 Westminster Drive in Cambridge, from 11-3 pm.  Condolences can be left at tricitycremations.com.

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Chris passed away at St. Mary’s Hospital surrounded by her family and friends on Sunday, June 23, 2019 at the age of 72 years.

Chris was born on Christmas Day 1947 in Surrey, England. She spent much of her childhood in Europe while her father served in the RAF. The family emigrated to Canada in the mid 50’s, living in several places including Quebec, Ontario and Saskatchewan.

Chris trained as a Registered Nurse at the Regina General Hospital School of Nursing and began her career at the General. She moved on to the University of Palo Alto Hospital in California for a position in the Renal Dialysis Unit. Dialysis became her specialty for the remainder of her career.

Wanderlust struck again and Chris wandered back to Canada to take a position at the University Hospital in London, Ontario. Then it was on to set up a new dialysis ward in Kitchener. At the suggestion of one of the dialysis doctors, she successfully applied for a job setting up a dialysis unit in King Faisal Hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The ward wasn't ready when she arrived, so each day while construction continued, she had to report to what she jokingly referred to as her 'parole officer' - to prove she hadn't wasted her day. Ward completed, her contract was for two years; Chris remains for six years and it was the adventure of a lifetime!

Chris married Peter Lynskey in April 1983, after meeting while both working in Saudi Arabia. They shared a love of travelling and continued to do so for many years. Chris also at this time became a mother to Peter’s 7-year-old daughter Kirstie.

Chris and Peter returned to Canada in 1987 where Chris took a position at Grand River Hospital (then K-W hospital) later becoming the Nurse Educator for the Unit. After many years at Grand River she made the move to Brampton Hospital (William Osler), and then to Oakville (Trafalgar) Hospital where she worked until her retirement.

Chris will be remembered by many as having the ability to see the other side of an issue and playing the devil’s advocate well. She was well known for her sense of humor by all she knew. She was the friend to whom old coworkers would call “How the hell are you?” across a crowded room, followed by hugs and conversations that picked up as if they’d met up yesterday. Chris had a unique ability to make friends out of strangers. She taught every day of her working life. Even at her sickest, her best coping mechanism was to teach. 

Her sense of humor stayed with her to the end: when the firefighters and paramedics came to take her for her last ride to hospital, she looked up at the all the men in the group and said, “Well, at least they sent the good-looking ones!” On her ride in the ambulance, she was most annoyed because they didn’t drive with sirens and lights; she felt she deserved that much.

Mom was a strong, determined and fiercely independent woman. We will miss her every day.
Loving mother of Kirstie Inwood and grandmother of James Inwood. Dear best friend of Peter Lynskey, Maureen Arthur, Marg Boyle-Class and Pat Wilken. Sister of David Durkin. She will be fondly remembered by many.

 A special thank you to the health care teams at St Mary’s Hospital and London University Hospital.

Cremation has taken place.  Messages and condolences may be left at tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made directly to the Kidney Foundation as expressions of sympathy. 

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Passed away following a brief illness at Lisaard House, Cambridge on Wednesday June 19, 2019 at the age of 88 years.

Loving spouse and best friend of Doug Hartley for 28 years. Also survived by cousins and close friends. She was the only daughter of the later Russell & Gladys Bard (nee Fasken) of Galt.

Bette enjoyed a career as a Teacher & Area Manager with the Ontario Conservatory of Music and more recently as Credit Manager at Whitman Golden Publishing House.

Special thank you to the staff of Clair Hills and Lisaard House for their kindness and support shown to Bette and Doug.

Cremation has taken place with interment and private Celebration of Bette’s Life, at Memory Gardens , Breslau.

Donations may be made directly to Lisaard House as expressions of sympathy. Messages and condolences may be left at tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237 

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Passed away peacefully at Lisaard House surrounded by family after a courageous battle with cancer on Tuesday June 18, 2019 at the age of 77 years.

Born in Montreal, daughter of the late Dora and Cecil Miller. Lovingly remembered by husband of 57 years Evans, her children Randy and Debbie, Darren and Linda, Scott and Shannon and her grandchildren Ryan and Bretton, Katie, Matthew and Alyssa, Rachel and Jeton. Dear sister to Lillian and Noel, Dagmar and the late Don, Brian and Marilyn, Phyllis and Darryl, Glenda and the late Lorne and sister in-law to Mildred and the late Herman. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Daphne lived for family and fellowship. She took joy in being surrounded by loved ones and spending time with her many close friends. Daphne was an angel among us and will be greatly missed.

A special thanks to the staff and volunteers of Lisaard House for their compassion and exceptional care.

Daphne will be remembered on June 22, 2019 at the New Apostolic Church, 10 Birkinshaw Road, Cambridge, Ontario. Visitation will take place between 5 - 7 p.m. with a funeral service to follow immediately after. Please join the family following the service for fellowship in Daphne’s honour.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lisaard House Hospice or New Apostolic Church Canada.

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Passed away at home, surrounded by her loved ones, at the age of 65 years.

Beloved wife of Terri Rudyk-Patterson. Loving Mother of Christine Blanchette (Randy Hammond), Fred Blanchette (Linda) and Lisa Pegoraro (Eric Gervais). Dear sister of Val Lechance, Darlene Patterson, Harold, David, Robert and Tom Patterson. Proud Grandma of Kevin Blanchette and Dawson Gervais.  GG of Tristian and Preston Blanchette.

Predeceased by her parents Fred & Irene Patterson, by brothers Brian and Jim, and by one granddaughter Sierra Blanchette-Parent.

Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of life will be held on Saturday July 13, 2019 at Victoria Hills Community Centre, 10 Chopin Drive Kitchener from 2-5 p.m. Please wear your bright bold colours or anything with stripes or plaids.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made directly to the Pet Patrol or Canadian Cancer Society as expressions of sympathy. Messages and condolences may be left at tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237

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It is with great sorrow her family announces that Kathleen, passed away suddenly at her home in Cambridge, in her 70th year.

Born in Hubbards, Nova Scotia, Kathleen was a kind soul who adored her grandchildren and always put others first. Cherished mother to Richard (Katie) Collier of Edmonton, loving Grandmother to Alicia (Ben) Arnott, Aaron Moon (Elizabeth), Ava Collier, and Great Grandmother to Declan, of Vancouver Island. Missed by her cat Midnight. Predeceased by her partner Frank Mowatt. Daughter of the late Aurilla (Shea) and Richard Miller and stepfather Dave Clarke. Predeceased by 3 siblings, lovingly remembered by her brothers and sisters, aunts, many nieces and nephews, cousins, and dear friends.

Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 22 at 11am at St. John’s Anglican Church, 567 Queenston Rd., Cambridge, with reception to follow.

Donations to Mental Health Services, the SPCA or a charity of your choice, are greatly appreciated. Please visit tricitycremations.com or call 519-267-7199 to leave condolences.         

1 Tim 6:7 - For we have brought nothing into the world, and neither can we carry anything out.

Kathleen, you are dearly missed.

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Passed away suddenly, on Monday, June 10, 2019 at the age of 59.

Bob was born December 6, 1959 to Ross and Lola Snider. He worked for over 40 years as a mix operator for Hogg Fuels.

Beloved husband of Ann Massey Snider and loving father of Amanda Snider. Dear brother of the late Sharon Christie, brother in -law of Bill Massey (Deb) and Mary Blais (Mark Wheatley). Bob will be sadly missed by his family, friends and coworkers.

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

Donations may be made directly to the Heart and Stroke Foundation as expression of sympathy. Messages and condolences may be left at tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237.

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James “Harry” Seeds passed away suddenly on June 4, 2019 with his loving wife by his side, at the age of 82.

Best friend of Vada (nee Brighton) whom he married on November 30th 1957 enjoying over 61 wonderful years together. Loving Father of Kelly (Robert Gray), Siobhan (Dave Kieswetter), Kate (Tom Kefalas), Brenna (Marc Weber) and Jim. Cherished Grandfather of Mike (Kayla), Danny (Ryan), Alex (Tricia), Emily (Wayne), Josh (Samantha), Maggie, Mack, Eric (Aftan), Matt, Jenai, Delton, Ashley, Sammy and Madison. Great-grandfather of Oliver, Elliot, Theo, Emma & Joey. Will be missed by his brothers Brian and Tom, brother-in-law Vic Brighton and sister-in-law Christina (Verna) Brighton and all their families.

Predeceased by his Father, James Henry Seeds, his Mother, Vera (nee Miehm) and sister-in-law Liz.

Harry spent many enjoyable years working at Electrohome and at Challenger Motor Freight. He was an avid motorcyclist all his life, a member of the Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Group and founding member of the Kitchener Section. He had also been with the HLI Army Reserve many years and enjoyed playing the bag pipes.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me.

Service will be held at Rosebank BIC Church, 1434 Huron Road, Petersburg on Saturday, June 8th at 11am followed by a Celebration of Life at 12. The family invite you to come and help celebrate Harry’s life.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Freeport Division of the Grand River Hospital as expressions of sympathy. Messages and condolences can be left for the family at tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237. 

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On Tuesday, June 4, 2019,  in Kitchener, at the age of 40 years.

Dear Son of Catharine and Bill Greenhalgh of St. Catharines. Loving father of Braydon, Madison, Nicole and Rylan. Also remembered by sister Erica Roest (Jesse) of Calgary.

Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Ryan’s life will be held at a later date.

Donations may be made to the Canadian Mental Health Association, as expressions of sympathy. Messages and condolences may be left at tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237. 

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It is with tremendous heartbreak that the family of Charles J. Brohman announce his peaceful passing at Grand River Hospital on Monday June 3rd, 2019 in his 74th year.

Charles sadly leaves his wife Mary of 53 years and their children Ted (Judi) and Kate (Sean McKillop) but joyfully reunites with his beloved daughter Caroline (Buzzy). He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren Ronnie, Caroline and Charlie Brohman and John, Kairie, Cameron (Nieva), Hannah and Caitlin McKillop. His pride in his children and grandchildren was limitless. Charles is survived by his sisters Carolyn Starchuk (late Victor), Marolyn McGinty (Jim Finlayson), Rosemarie Startek (Ron) and brothers Michael, John (Carol), and Christopher (David). He will be fondly remembered as a cherished brother-in-law and loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Predecessed by his parents Gilbert and Marie (Koehler) Brohman.

Cremation has taken place and a celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

A regional businessman and entrepreneur, Charles launched several initiatives that were decades ahead of his time including Cultures, the first healthy fast food restaurant in KW.  He was also a property owner and promoter of the arts, nothing was more important to him than enriching the Waterloo-Wellington community that has been home to his family for five generations.

As expressions of sympathy, contributions can be made to the Charles J. Brohman Commemorative Plaque in his memory to be erected at the Courtyard @ Bonnie Stuart.  Messages and condolences may be left at tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237

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