(1946 - 2017)

Jerry passed away on Oct 31, 2017 in Cambridge, Ontario after a long battle with asbestosis of the lungs.

He is survived by his loving wife Nora of 23 years, his 2 brothers-in-law, 6 sisters-in-law and his 2 dogs Ellie and Maggie.

Thank you to all the hospital ER Staff. Special thank you from Nora to Manny and Maria Moira, West Gate Shoppers Drug Mart Staff, and Whispers Day Spa Staff for your loving support and generosity.

A celebration of Jerry’s life will be held at a later date to be determined.

After a brave journey with ALS, Garry passed away on October 26th.

Beloved husband of Wanda; dear Dad to Susan Sanderson (Dean), Allan Becker & Jason Watson; loving Grandpa to Laura, Troy, Amanda, Preston, Adam, Aaron, McKeela & Wil; and brother to     Merlene Yandt (Grant).

A special thank you to dear friends Bill & Kerstin for their care; to Frank, Jimmy, Gord & Pat whose friendship Garry treasured. Our thanks to Dr. Harlick, Dr. Ward, Dr. Winfield, Dr. Anello, Julie & the 7th floor nursing team at St. Mary's General Hospital.  Thank you to so many friends and family for your kindness. 

It was Garry's wish that his life be remembered privately. 

Passed away peacefully with her family by her side on October 24, 2017 at St. Mary’s General Hospital in Kitchener, Ontario in her 71st year.
 
Sadly missed by her daughters Dianne Fitt (Ed) and Debbie Sarmazian (Garo) and grandchildren Jacob, Victoria and Jordyn. Lovingly remembered by her sister Shirley Hobbs (Nelson), her brother Gord Hinrichs, her brother-in-law Paul Bauer and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her husband Fred Fitt, her parents Gordon and Ruby Hinrichs and her sister Marie Bauer.
 
Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, November 18th at 11:00 a.m. at First United Church, 15 Wellington Street in Cambridge, Ontario.
 
“I see trees of green, red roses too,
I see them bloom for me and you,
And I think to myself what a wonderful world.”

Please visit Betty's obituary notice on Facebook.

 Jenny Danielle Van Dyk of Kitchener, Ontario passed away on  23 October 2017.

Jenny was born in Kitchener on 30 May 1988. She is lovingly remembered by  son Jacob, mother Shayna and father Joe (Lindia), stepbrother Alfie, grandparents Jeanne and Wayne Joslin, Freda and Jerry Van Dyk, along with many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Jenny  was preceded in death by  infant sister Amanda.

A memorial service for friends and family will be held at  2 to 4 pm on Saturday, November 11th at Relevant Church, (Paz de Cristo) 485 Charles Street East, Kitchener. Pastor Rudie Lemus will be officiating. Cremation has taken place and Jenny’s ashes will be returned to nature.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to  Relevant Church (above) or the charity of your choice.

Passed away peacefully at Innisfree House on Thursday October 19, 2017 at the age of 64, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Beloved wife of John, loving mother to Stephan (Heather), Geoff, Adam and Anthony, and grandson Linken. Predeceased by her parents George and Betty Rose. Sandra will be missed by her siblings Brenda Rose, Nancy (Mike) Pearson, Daniel (Kelly) Rose, and her nieces.

Sandra spent her career with Canada Post and retired from that position in 2015.

A very special thank you to all the staff of Innisfree House, for their care and support of Sandra in her last few weeks.

Ecklue made the decision to end his battle with cancer on Wednesday October 18, 2017, with his beloved wife Jennifer at his side.

Loving father to Shawn and Sam Palmer, and David Armstrong. Predeceased by his parents, Eck and Pat. Eck will be deeply missed by; his siblings Toni and Trevor Wilson, and Steve and Heidi Palmer, his nieces and nephews Josh, Tyler, Brandon, Evan, Emily, Taryn, Brady and Trinity, his great niece Oceana, great nephew Blake, his in-laws David and Nancy Armstrong, and his brother-in-law James Armstrong. He will be lovingly remembered by all of his family and friends, and especially his aunts, uncles and cousins here and afar.

A Celebration of Ecklue’s life will be held on Saturday October 28, 2017 from 2:00pm to 5:00pm at the Arthur Area Curling Club (160 Domville Street, Arthur, ON).

It is with deep sadness that Susan announces the death of her husband Robert at St. Mary’s General Hospital at the age of 56, on Wednesday October 18, 2017. He was a beacon of light to all who knew him. Susan and Robert shared 30 years together. Robert is predeceased by his dear Mother, Marilyn, and Nephew, Josh and lovingly remembered by his Father, Carman (Gloria), Brother, Gary (Nina), Mother-in-law, Ruth Heiman, Melanie (Mark) Chisholm and his dear Nephew, Maclean.

A long-time employee of Home Hardware Stores Ltd. as well as a wholesale manager for Peter Etril Snyder. Robert held positions on and championed many causes including Chair of the Renal Patient Council of Grand River Hospital, a member of the Celiac Foundation and the local chapter of the LHIN.

His passion as a master woodworker gave him much pleasure as did fishing trips with his brother. He had a deep love for his cats, Daphne, Zoe and Molly.

Robert was blessed to be the recipient of a kidney donation and he has passed on a gift through the Trillium Foundation. It was Robert’s wish that everyone sign up at beadonor.ca
Sincere gratitude for the skills, knowledge, support and continued advocacy of Dr. Christine Ribic, and Dr. Mark Benaroia. Additional thanks to the ICU staff at St. Mary’s General Hospital for their care.

Cremation has taken place as per Roberts wishes. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the KW Chapter of the Canadian Celiac Association (visit their website at www.celiac.ca).

 (1930-2017)

Of Kitchener, ON, passed away October 16, 2017 at home after a lengthy illness. Cliff is survived by his loving wife Gail of 39 years, daughter Jennifer Simpson, sons Garry (Vivian) Simpson, Brad (Lisa) Schedewitz and grandchildren Jessica (Steve) Kalf, Penny (John) Andrus, Andrew (Meghan) Simpson, Ian and Derek Schedewitz, and great-grandchildren Alexander, Arthur and Willa. Also survived by his sister Nancy (Murray) McKnight, brothers-in-law Russell Dorscht and Paul (Susan) Putney, plus many nieces, nephews and close friends. He is predeceased by parents Ethel and Clifford, sisters Eleanor and Marlene, and bother Robert (Jean).

Cliff was a graphic artist and owned and operated Simpson Graphic Arts, in Breslau, for over 20 years. He sold the business, and retired at the age of 58 to Grand Bend, where he served as Harbour Master for two years. He was also Commodore at the Grand Bend Cruising Club for one year.  Cliff and Gail spent their winters in Florida for ten years, and sold their home there and bought a 32 foot fifth wheel and travelled for five years. They sold the fifth wheel and rented for five more years. Cliff loved boating and golfing, and spent a great many hours on the water. He was also active in the Huff’n Puff Sport Club, in London, for seven years.

Cremation has taken place, and his ashes will be scattered at a later date, as per his request. Any donation you wish to make may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society in his name.

Marie passed away peacefully on October 14, 2017 at age 91 with her children John (Dr. Schaman) and Anne Reiter and son-in-law Danny by her side. Predeceased by her beloved husband Simon, Marie will be dearly missed by her grandchildren: Daniel Reiter (Roxanne), Davey Reiter (Kathryn), Elissa Liu (Irwin), Katrina Schaman (John Paul Del Monte), Jessika Sudarsan (Paul) as well as her great grandchildren: Logan Reiter, Kai Liu, Max Liu and newborn Silas Sudarsan. Predeceased by her sister Katharina Weiner, Marie will be missed by nephew Joseph Weiner and family, brother-in-law Tony Shaman and family, as well as sister-in-law Elizabeth Petereit and family.
 
For over 30 years, Marie was an integral part of Dr. John Schaman’s medical practice and clinic.  She and her husband Simon were the caretakers of the clinic, including all the groundskeeping, housekeeping and maintenance. Her quiet background presence was a great support to Dr. Schaman and to his medical clinic, as well as the Cardiac Fitness Association.  Marie was also a passionate gardener; no flower or plant was immune to her green thumb and the clinic grounds were always a gorgeous explosion of colour due to her care. Marie also found great pleasure in all her grandchildren and great grandchildren and her eyes lit up and her joyful smile appeared whenever they visited and shared their stories and experiences with her. Family was always her priority and she filled all with not only her love, but with her great feasts where she cooked well-remembered culinary masterpieces and amazing desserts.  She will be remembered fondly and greatly missed.
 
A memorial for the immediate family will be held. Donations in memory of Marie may be made to the Cardiac Fitness Association Walk of Life at www.cfaheart.com or 519-648-2252. Thanks to the staff at Sunnyside LTC Home who cared for Marie during the past years. Thanks to Dr. Omar and the staff at St. Mary’s Hospital for their care as well.  Thanks to Innisfree House for the special care and ease provided to Marie and her family in her final days.

 Passed away peacefully at Innisfree House - Hospice on October 8th, 2017 at the age of 62, surrounded by his family. 

Loving husband of Kathleen Figueira (Snyder), son of Manuel and Etelvina Figueira, father of Aron (Shay) and Kristina. He will be missed by many friends and family. As he battled his tough fight against cancer, many thanks to those who supported Manny throughout this  time.

“Rock for Manny,” held on September 16th at the Schwaben Club, was the perfect way he would have liked to be remembered and a heartfelt thank-you to those that came out. 

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Thank-you to the Grand River Cancer Centre, CCAC, and Innisfree House - Hospice for their compassionate care during Manny's journey.