Passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness on Thursday, August 25, 2022, at the age of 87 years.

Joe was born in Eccles (Manchester), England in 1935 to Joseph and Mary Murphy (née Bronson), as the youngest of three children.  At 21 he toured America and lived for a time in Canada where he worked in several cities including Sault Saint Marie and London.  He returned to England where he married and had three sons; Jason, Spencer, and Andrew. The family emigrated to Montreal, Canada in 1968 and moved to Toronto in 1969.  He worked as a draughtsman for Ontario Hydro for 24 years, planning electric control systems for nuclear reactors and becoming head of his department before retiring.

Besides his sons, he leaves to mourn his partner Hazel Reid of thirty years and her sons; David Hartwick (Mary), and Dennis Hartwick (Karen), and grandchildren; Calvin, Katie, Breanna, and Travis. He also leaves several nieces, nephews, and other relatives in Canada, the US, and England.  He is predeceased by his son Spencer, his brother Jack and his sister Lillian (Baxendale), and their parents.

Joe's 40 year love of lawn bowling saw him belong to three clubs; Port Credit LBC, Brampton LBC, and Heritage Greens in Kitchener, as well as bowling on greens around the world wherever he travelled.

The family will be holding a private service and  donations may be made to a charity of your choice as expressions of sympathy.

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

1942 - 2022 
 
Passed away peacefully at Grand River Hospital on Thursday August 25th, 2022 at the age of 80 years.  
 
Born in Chapleau, Ontario, Gene was raised in Biscotasing and Marathon, where he excelled in most sports. An excellent curler (as skip he once scored an 8-point ender) and fastball pitcher, he was invited to a high-level baseball tryout in Texas that unfortunately ended when he broke his ankle. Upon returning to Canada, he took a job in a local paper mill. After briefly moving to Toronto to attend George Brown College, he moved to Kitchener-Waterloo in 1971 to raise his family. In 1985, he met Carolyn, when they married in 1993, Gene became a ‘new’ father of two daughters. He retired at 58 after spending nearly two decades at Union Gas. In the interim he split his time between Florida and Waterloo. He spent his time golfing, reading, playing pool and corn-hole with his friends while doting on his grandkids and rooting for the NY Yankees and the Montreal Canadiens.
 
Beloved husband and best friend of Carolyn Lavigne-Belanger, Loving father of Yale (Tammie), Wade (Char), Tina (Neil Forwell) and Kim (Jeff Knowles). Cherished Grandfather of Jonathan, Kevin, Matthew, and Alex. Great-Grandfather of Hunter and Autumn and special Uncle to CJ.  Dear Brother of Jeanette (Tom). Beloved son of Laura Belanger (nee Barnes) and predeceased by his father Jack.
 
At his request, cremation will take place and a private family gathering will be held at a later date. Donation may be made to  Parkinson Canada   as expressions of sympathy. 
 
Messages and condolences may be left for the family at www.tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237. Please visit Gene's obituary notice on Facebook.

August 3, 1949 - August 23, 2022. 
 
With profound sadness the family would like to announce that George passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family. 
 
Predeceased by his parents Jesse and Mary Biggs of Windsor, Ontario.  Survived by his wife of 50 years, Sharon (nee Laethem), daughter Leslie and Rob (Critch), son Brad and Jen (Gilhula) and grandchildren Owen and Lyla Biggs-Critch and Aston Sweet.  He will be remembered fondly by many family and friends.  
 
George was a proud foundry worker and member of the American Foundrymen’s Society (AFS) until he retired.  He enjoyed golfing, riding his motorcycle, fishing and gardening, but especially looked forward to his daily “board meetings” in his man cave.
 
Thank you to all that gave care to our Husband and Father. 
 
Information regarding his celebration of life will follow.
 
Messages and condolences may be left at www.tricitycremations.com. Please visit George's obituary notice on Facebook.

(July 21, 1995 ~ August 22, 2022)
 
One of our bright lights will no longer walk amongst us but is instead beside us all.

It is with the most absolute heartbreak that we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved Ty at the young age of 27 due to a head injury. He was a son, grandson, brother, nephew, cousin, uncle, best friend, best bud, teammate and a hero to his family and strangers.

Ty was the definition of beautiful chaos. He was the kindest soul with a true heart that craved laughter and happiness, if there was none, he was going to create it. It this past week we have discovered how many lives he has touched and the beacon he was to many during their darkest times. He drew people to him like a magnet and could walk into a room full of strangers and leave with 50 new friends. He lived freely and by the beat of his own drum. Sometimes he left us all confused trying to understand this guy….but the truth is, he was the one that saw people and the world clearly and we were the ones that didn’t understand. He looked inside people and always located their good and from then on, that’s all he saw in you. He lived with zero judgement of another, hated no one, never held onto anger, saw the world through rose-coloured glasses and literally did not possess the ability to hold a grudge.

Our family is speechless, overwhelmed and so very thankful for the outpouring of love, stories, messages, and thoughtful gestures. We are truly blessed and cannot express the magnitude of how you have all aided our family in this healing process.

Even in death Ty continues in his quest and has brought an already extremely close family even closer. As his big sister stated “he has taught us to be a little kinder, love a little bit harder, stress a little less, hug so that someone really feels it, forgive freely and see the beauty in what we take for granted”.

Love you Uncle Ty, I am going to miss you. Can’t wait to see you one day in Heaven. Thank you for dancing with me. ​

 
Adeline
 
If you wish to honour Ty with a donation or in lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in his name to KMBA (Kitchener Minor Baseball) or KMHA (Kitchener Minor Hockey) .

Celebration of Life

Friday, September 30, 2022 – The New York – 19 Queen Street E, Cambridge, N3C 2A7 – 3 pm ~  7 pm

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

Hanna Bunnett or affectionately known as Hanna Clause, Hanna Banana, Tante, Nanny, Mom and friend. Hanna entered eternal life this past Friday, August 19, 2022. She said she was vintage at age 74. Her spirit will be carried on and be greatly missed by family and friends that span generations and many circles. Hanna would like you all to know her work here is done.

Hanna certainly had some issues with declining health concerns. This recent bout brought on an infection that compounded into failures that would greatly hinder the quality of life if she recovered coming out the other end. Mom was comfortable with her choice to receive as much support from Dr.'s as needed to keep her well enough for family to spend some time with her. She still expressed concern about how we felt and didn't want to prolong anything. We were by her side as modern assistance was phased out and she began to relax.

She was accepting that we were good with her choice. She no longer needs to worry about sunscreen, no longer a concern or worry about eating healthy, cold salty winters or trying to one up her aging friends with competitive sickness bragging rights. She was good. The transition with her passing was smooth, calm and we are grateful. She is now with her mom and sister, creating a new bitch and stitch club.

The time-honored tradition of writing an obituary letter is on the wane, mirroring a decline of letter-writing overall. "Write a nice obituary for me." She said. "Something non traditional, make 'em smile. But don't be rude." My mom asked this of me because of my unconventional way of thinking. "Don't try to name everyone because you'll forget someone and the ad will cost you your inheritance if you did." (We giggled.) Those who knew Hanna often received letters, Christmas cards, Birthday cards, congratulations cards or thank you cards. Made with love from her heart, always welcomed or even unexpected at times. They were always fantastic and heart warming. Just one way of saying she was thinking of you.

Hanna had strong beliefs about family values that never waivered. Family and friends were always at the forefront, core principles, connecting, and helping others from her heart, even to a fault ;) Those who've taken her lessons to heart will continue to ensure this is passed on and is a beautiful thing.

No buildings named after Hanna; no monuments erected or street names in her honor. However my mother held a few titles with pride. Devoted daughter, sister, mother and friend. She made living the best life possible with connections and the chance to know and love each and every family member, their additions and friends new and old. How much more blessed can a person be?

Cremation will take place this week, her ashes will be kept around as long as the urn matches the décor, or interment is arranged. Mom, giggled at that line.

We are inviting everyone to gather at 1259 Bridge st in New Dundee for 9 a.m. Saturday, August 27th. We will gladly provide coffee/donuts, a service hosted by a long time family friend, Pastor Ken DeMaere followed by the interment at St. Peters Lutheran Cemetery 243 Weber St E, Kitchener, ON N2H 1E9 for 11 a.m. Returning to New Dundee for a light lunch.

Finally, the family asks that in honor of Hanna you simply pay it forward with kindness and write your MP to ask for the repeal of Day Light Saving Time, because she hated that. Dress code is comfortable and respectful as a request. No shirt, no shoes, no service. Pffft!! Yes George, you have to wear pants.

If you want to, you can look for Hanna in the evening sunset or with the earliest spring daffodils. You know she will be there in one form or another.
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I'll leave you with this...please don't cry because she is gone; instead be happy that she was here.

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

November 7, 1977 – August 16, 2022

Passed away at his home in Cambridge, Ontario.

Beloved son of Ilse Margaret and James (deceased) Foreman. Brother of Daryl. Loving father of Jaden, Justin and Jerzey. James will be sadly missed by family and friends.

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

Donations to Kirkwall Presbyterian Church, 1545 Kirkwall Road, Cambridge, Ontario N1R 5S2, would be appreciated by the family.

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

It is with profound sadness that the family announces the unexpected passing of Caroline Mae Bressette nee Doxtator in her 64th year.

Raised on the Oneida Nation of the Thames, her roots were there. She later became a member of Chippewas of Kettle and Stony Point, where her husband is from. She lived in London, ON for almost three decades before moving to Cambridge, ON twenty-three years ago. She made Cambridge her home with her husband of 41 years, Richard N. Bressette. Forever and fondly remembered by her children James L. Bressette of Chippewa of the Thames, ON, Andrea Juutilainen (Darren) of Cambridge, ON, Darryl Bressette of Cambridge, ON and Jocelyn Morgan (Rodney) of Cambridge, ON. Fondly remembered by grandchildren Jasmine, Aaron, Caylee, Sophie, Gracie, and Olivia. Survived by her siblings Victor Doxtator of London, ON, Gerry Doxtator (Leslie-Anne) of Parkhill, ON, and Deborah Kaer (John) of London, ON. She will be remembered by her nephews, nieces, cousins and all extended family and friends.  Predeceased by her father Oliver Doxtator and mother Loriene Lampman nee Ireland, both of Oneida Nation of the Thames.

Carol was an avid music lover. She loved her rock, classic rock and 80s rock. Her album collection she was proud of for many years. In her memory, please pick a song that reminds you of her, play it loud for her as she makes her journey home to that “peaceful easy feeling”. In her last decade of declining health, she couldn’t dance to her songs, she loved to dance. Have a dance for/with her, for we know she’s able to dance now.

Carol's family would like to acknowledge all the care and compassion she has received over the years by Dr. Jay Geddes, Dr. Roya Shaikholeslami, Dr. Christine Macie and Lana, RN. Most recent addition was Dr. Rashad Ali to her respiratory care. For the care received by ProResp including the kind delivery people.

Visitation for immediate family to take place Thursday, August 18th. Cremation to follow.

A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, September 25th, on her 64th birthday.
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Messages and condolences may be left at www.tricitycremations.com. Please visit Carol's obituary notice on Facebook.

August 6, 1949 – August 11, 2022 

Howard passed away on August 11th, with his wife and children by his side. 
 
Howard will be forever loved by Joan, his best friend and wife of 50 years. He is forever in the hearts of his son Greg and his wife Jen and their daughters Emma and Ava; his daughter Amy and her husband Todd and their son Nate, and his loving mother Jean and late father, George. 
 
Howard welcomed people into his life with open arms, treated everyone with kindness, offered thoughtful advice, shared good laughs and loved fiercely. His happy place was with his family and friends by his side, on the golf course, on his bike, or on the water, and those memories will live on forever. 
 
Cremation has taken place. A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy in Howard’s memory.

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

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Cheryl on Thursday, August 11, 2022. She passed away at her residence in Cambridge at the age of 68.

Survived by her mother, Yvonne Hauser, and her husband, Nick Stepaniuk. Cheryl leaves behind her daughter, Alicia (Matt) Bedard, and son, Aaron (Rachael) Stepaniuk. Predeceased by her father, Lloyd Hauser, and her sister, Susan.

At Cheryl’s request, cremation has taken place and the family will host a private memorial.

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