August 26, 1933 - January 10, 2019

Life is a journey of growth and learning, and Don was one of its students.

Born in Montreal to Irene and Reg, and older brother to Arthur (Donna), Don appreciated life. He loved the water, beaches and having fun dancing with friends. He also set many professional goals for himself, and was well respected as a Sales Manager in the candy business. An avid sportsman and always up for fun, he supported his children in their pursuits, coaching their sports teams, and being the dad at the pool that all the kids wanted to play with. He expressed his creative side in woodwork and stained glass, creating many treasures for family and friends.

He leaves behind his loving wife and companion Helen; together their journeys are eternally linked. The family is forever grateful for her unending care that allowed Don to have peace at the closing of his life. He will be missed by his children Darrell (Anna), DL (Andy), Brock, Trina, Christine (Murray), Pam (Kevin), Brian (Lori), grandchildren, great-grandchild, nephews and great-nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life service and open house will be held on Sunday, January 27, 2019 at The Dedication Center at Williamsburg, 1541 Fischer-Hallman Rd., Kitchener, Ontario from 1-3 p.m.

In lieu of flowers a memorial donation can be made to St. Mary's General Hospital Foundation. 

Please visit Don's obituary notice on Facebook.

April 24, 1934 - January 9, 2019

Isobel McGregor (nee Sinclair) died unexpectedly in her sleep on Jan 9th 2019 at the age of 84.

She lived with unwavering purpose on behalf of others and the earth, and remains a beacon of inspiration and encouragement for many. She was a visionary, free spirit, community builder, teacher, learner, counsellor, caregiver, feminist, musician, gardener, peace-maker and environmental advocate.

Isobel was the beloved wife of Colin; daughter of the late Gordon and Violet (nee Davis) Sinclair; sister of Bruce (Elizabeth); mother of Robin (Robby McAteer), Bonnie (Gary Frederick), and Ian (Denise Marigold); grandmother of Heather(Julien), Ellen, Abby, Grady, Chloe, Rowen, and Ruby; sister-in-law of Marion; aunt of Colin, Marion, John, Bruce, David, and Joanne; predeceased by brother-in-law Warren and sister-in-law Betty.

To her last day she lived with vibrant devotion to Jesus' example of active love and compassion. She was a member and honorary pastor of Bethany Baptist Church in Ottawa, as well as a member of Parkminster United, and Grand River Unitarian congregations in Waterloo.

Memorial celebrations will be held in Ottawa at Bethany Baptist Church, January 26th, 2 PM, and in Kitchener at Grand River Unitarian Congregation, February 23, 2 PM. Legacy donations may be made to the McGregor-Sinclair Ecology and Peace Fund via the Ottawa Community Foundation.

Passed away unexpectedly on January 9, 2019 at his home in Cambridge, Ontario at the age of 60.
 
Gary will be sadly missed by his mother Ruth, his brother Wally and his sister Debbie (Sammy). Beloved father of Gary (Sherry), Holly, Brandy and Eddie. Proud grandfather of Austin, Phynix, Payton, Bane, Brax, Leigha, Sierra and Julianna. Cherished uncle of Hailey, Jessie and Blade. Gary was predeceased by his father Edward.
 
Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Gary’s Life will be held on Sunday, January 20, 2019 from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. at the Cambridge Newfoundland Club, 1500 Dunbar Road, Cambridge, Ontario. 

Please visit Gary's obituary notice on Facebook.

In loving memory of Leo Hart, who passed away peacefully on January 8, 2019 at St. Mary’s Hospital at the age of 86.
 
Loving father of Leo Hart, Allan Hart (Bonnie), Mary Hart, Roy Hart (Gloria), Elizabeth Dawe (David), Margaret Hart, Frances Dicks (Richard), Irene Clarke (Fred), Kathleen Wilson (Kevin), Francis Hart (Tara) and William Hart. Proud grandfather of thirteen grandchildren and great-grandfather of three great-grandchildren. Leo will be missed by a large circle of friends.
 
Predeceased by his parents Frank and Mary Hart (née Roberts), his wife Jane Hart (née Bursey), three brothers, two sisters, one granddaughter and his friend Barbara.
 
As per Leo’s wishes, cremation has taken place.  ​Please visit Leo's obituary notice on Facebook.

Barb passed away peacefully on January 4, 2019 with her life-long friend Veronica by her side, after an amazingly long battle with brain cancer.
 
Barb was predeceased by her parents Reverend Prosper and Jean (Morphy) Augustine and her two elder brothers, Herb and John.
 
She is badly missed by countless friends and colleagues, as well as by the Cambridge Art Community, where she was a founding member of the Drawing and Life- Classes.  She faithfully organized these popular classes for over nine years.  Many of her friends are proud owners of Barb’s incredible portrait paintings.
 
Barb’s first passion was art and she was delighted to be elected to membership in “Canadian Society of Painters in Water Colour” in 1998.  One of her watercolours was successfully chosen to be included in the Royal Collection in Windsor Castle on the Society’s 75th Anniversary in 2000.  She was present at the hand-over in 2001 at Canada House in London to HRH The Prince of Wales.
 
Barb grew up in Eden, Ontario and graduated from Tillsonburg High School, where she made many life-long friends.  She played the organ for the many occasions at her father’s churches in Eden, Goshen and Mannheim.  After graduating with an Honours BA in Psychology from McMaster University, she went on to obtain an MA from Windsor University.  She practised Psychology for four years and then Barb  discovered the second passion in her life, teaching.
 
Barb taught Psychology at Conestoga College, Kitchener, until her retirement in 2001. She is remembered by many students for using her amazing artistic skills to clarify the sometimes-confusing subjects and making the lessons fun.
 
Barb loved all forms of art.  Going to art galleries around the World truly fascinated her, but she always looked forward to returning to her beloved Cambridge home and dog—George is bereft.
 
Barb never refused a request for help regardless of the difficulty or inconvenience.  She was a most reliable, dependable, trustworthy and generous friend whose sense of humour is irreplaceable.
 
Barb’s contribution to society and strong sense of community made the World a better place.  She exemplified what goodness and caring should be. She was selfless in everything she did.  She loved unconditionally.
 
Special thanks to Dr. Duncan Schwarz and his incredible palliative care team at Freeport Hospital.
 
A celebration of Barb’s life will be held at a later date at the Cambridge Centre for the Arts. 

​Please visit Barb's obituary notice on Facebook.

1939 - 2018
 
Passed away peacefully at Freeport Hospital on Sunday, December 30, 2018 surrounded by his family.
 
Loving husband of Ruth C. Stevens (Farrow) and dear father of Bryan (Angie), Darren (Shannon) and Allison Stevens. Proud grandpa of Melissa (Simon), Samantha (David), Anastasia, McKayla and Noah and great-grandpa of Violet and Jack.  
 
The family would like to thank the entire staff of UT3 West at Freeport Hospital. The caring and compassionate staff worked tirelessly to ensure that Walter’s final days were lived as comfortably as possible.
 
In lieu of flowers, a bursary will be created in Walter’s name that will be awarded to a deserving student in the Automotive Program at Georgian College in Barrie. The bursary will be created and become active when the college re-opens after Christmas break.
 
The family would like to invite friends, co-workers and neighbours to a drop-in celebration of Walter’s life on Saturday, January 5, 2018 at 83 Glencliffe Court in Kitchener from 11am to 4pm. If possible, join the family for stories, pictures and memories to honour the life of Walter Charles Stevens. Messages and condolences may be left at tricitycremations.com, 519-772-1237.

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1946 - 2018
 
Passed away peacefully at home, on Sunday December 30, 2018 surrounded by family, he was 72 years.

Loving spouse of Heather Phillips and father to Dean Phillips and Stacey Dobbie (Mark); and adored grandfather of Chelsea, Lauren, Reice, Grace and Robyn. Sadly missed by his step-mother, Leween Francis and his siblings; Nora Smith , Scott Francis (Glenna) and Terri Mellors (Glenn). Predeceased by his father, John Francis, his mother Lorraine (nee Jarvis) and brother-in-law Bill Smith.

Wayne was actively involved in figure skating, power skating and later owned and operated The St Clements Village Variety and the skate shop at RIM park. Most recently he had businesses at the St. Jacob’s Farmer’s Market.

Cremation has taken place. Donations may be made to the Kitchener-Waterloo Humane Society as expressions of sympathy. Messages and condolences may be left at tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237. 

​Please visit Wayne's obituary notice on Facebook.

Passed away peacefully at St. Mary’s Hospital, Kitchener on Saturday, December 22, 2018, at the age of 72 years.  

Born in Kitchener, daughter of the late Ambrose and Agnes Lorbetskie. Beloved wife of 52 years to Dominic.  Loving mother and remembered by Ron and Gwen Maika and adored grandson Zackery Brown Maika. 

Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday January 19th from 2pm to 4pm at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #50, 524 Belmont Avenue West, Kitchener. Burial will take place in Kitchener at a later date.  Donations may be made to the St. Mary’s General Hospital. Messages and condolences may be left at tricitycremations.com, 519-772-1237.

Please visit Mary Ann's obituary notice on Facebook.

Passed away peacefully at Riverbend Place, Cambridge on Wednesday December 19, 2018, at the age of 88 years.

Born in Kitchener, daughter of the late Norman and Ina (Boulton) Fischer. Beloved wife of James Wray and remembered by his family. Loving mother of Daniel Barnhardt (Patricia) and their children. Lovingly remembered by nephew Wayne Spiegelberg (Sandra), niece Sue Spiegelberg and their families. Predeceased by sister Elaine Spiegelberg (Charles) and nephew Paul Spiegelberg.

​Cremation has taken place and there will be no funeral service. Burial will take place in Ayr at a later date. Messages and condolences may be left at tricitycremations.com.

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Passed away peacefully at Lisaard House Hospice in Cambridge, Ontario at the age of 65 with his loving wife, Diana Schafer (née Brugmann) at his side.
 
Sadly missed by his mother, Marta Schafer (née Janzen) and his brother Grant Schafer. Proud father to his children Cayla Schafer and Devon Schafer and to his stepchildren Chandra Holtze and Trevor Holtze. Cherished uncle to nieces Nataliya Schafer and Alixandriya Schafer. Predeceased by his father Charles Stanley Schafer.
 
Glen was in his third year of employment with ERAssure (Estate Risk Protection Plan Inc.) and was previously employed by Stedelbauer Motors Inc. for forty years. He will be fondly remembered by his co-workers.
 
His family would like to thank the staff at Lisaard House Hospice for the wonderful care given to Glen during his stay there.
 
Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will be held on January 20th, 2019 from 2-7 pm at Descendants Beer & Beverage Co., 319 Victoria Street N. Kitchener, Ontario. Please RSVP to celebrateglen@gmail.com if you plan to attend.
 
As expressions of sympathy, donations to Lisaard House Hospice would be appreciated by the family. 

​Please visit Glen's obituary notice on Facebook.