Passed away on December 18, 2019 at Freeport at the age of 78.

​He will be sadly missed by all his family.  Loving husband of June (1998), father to John Salsbury (Kerry) of Cambridge, Lynn Byatt (Dan Caetano) of Ayr and the late Roy Salsbury (2019) of England. Loving grandfather to Ruby Salsbury, Ross McKenzie, Ross Kattenhorn of Cambridge, Ryan Salsbury, Jannene and Darren of the UK. Great grandfather to three.

Cremation has already taken place as per his wishes. The family appreciates all the care and attention provided by the staff and doctors at Freeport Hospital, 2nd Floor, Seniors Mental Health. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated.

Messages and condolences may be left at www.tricitycremations.com or 519.267.7199. Please visit Brian's obituary notice on Facebook.

1964 - 2019

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Julia on Wednesday Dec 18, 2019 at Innisfree House, Kitchener at the age of 55 years.

Julia was born on May 22, 1964 in Kamloops B.C. to Howard and Constance Davies (nee  Brown). She loved working the front desk at the Waterloo Tennis Club where she worked for many years. Julia enjoyed gardening at her home in Waterloo, cooking and traveling to the sunny south.

She is the loving wife and best friend of Greg Riley. Loved daughter-in-law of Doug and Barbara Riley of Seaforth, Treasured sister-in- law of Kim and Dean Ellerbrock of Orchard Park, New York. Dear Sister of Simon Davies and Sarah and Special Aunt of Mackenzie and Sam Ellerbrock. Survived by her Aunt Barbara and Uncle Chuck of Ottawa . She will be fondly remembered by many relatives, friends, colleagues and members of the Tennis Club.

Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Julia’s Life will be Held at the Waterloo Tennis Club in the Spring(TBA)

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made at the Celebration of Life. The money will go to the support of Innisfree/Lisaard Hospices. They made Julia's last few days on earth very special.

​Message and condolences may be left for the family at www.tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237

May 13, 1932 – December 12, 2019
 
Passed away on December 12, 2019 at Innisfree House Hospice in Kitchener, Ontario.
 
Barbara is predeceased by her husband Donald Downer (2000). Loving mother of Cathy Downer (Bruce Weber), Nancy Hnatejko (Greg) and John Downer. Proud grandmother of Lauren, Kellsie (Justin), Craig and Mark and great-grandmother of Savannah and Payton. She leaves behind her brother Herb Johnson (Marg) and her sisters Betty Ellis (Ted), Janet Fleming (Jim), Margaret Moffat, Ruth Elmes and Dianne Cormier (Peter). Predeceased by her brother Bob Johnson.
 
Cremation will take place and a Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, December 15 from 1pm – 4pm, with memories to be shared at 2pm, at Homewood Suites, 800 Jamieson Parkway in Cambridge.
 
If desired, memorial donations may be made to Innisfree House. Messages and condolences may be left at tricitycremations.com

It is with heavy hearts that we have to announce that Chase Alexander Majerus passed away on Thursday December 12th 2019, 8 weeks old at Sick Kids Hospital in Toronto.

Cherished son of Stacey Strickland and Daniel Majerus, Beloved little brother of Chloe Majerus, Loving grandson of Barbara and Victor Strickland, Tina Linton and Darryl Brezina, nephew of Andrew Strickland, Nichlolas and Shae Strickland, Amanda Majerus and Devin Briand and cousins of Clark and Conner Strickland, he will be also missed by many many more, for such a little guy he had a big impact on a lot of lives.
 
Mommy, Daddy and Chloe miss you little man, so much everyday, even though you are not with us anymore physically, we know and feel that you will continue to be with us everyday, watching and protecting us. Until we meet again, my little guy.
 
Cremation has taken place, and a Celebration of Life will be held and announced at a later date.  Messages and Condolences may be left for the family at www.tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237. Please visit Chase's obituary notice on Facebook.

​July 21st 1957 - December 10th 2019
 
It is with broken hearts we announce that after a hard- fought battle with esophageal cancer, Bill passed away peacefully surrounded by love on December 10th at the age of 62. 
 
He is survived by his spouse Sandra Hillcoat. His daughters Jamie (Kevin), Carrie (Derek) and “special father” to Spencer Prochnicki. Survived by 3 grandchildren, his brothers David (Kathryn), Andy (Tammie), Ian (Linda), Brian (Kim) and nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents James and Doreen (nee Candy) Gibson.
                                       
Bill enjoyed a long passionate career in the union movement. Bill was a proud member of Unifor Local 414 and currently was proud Area Director for Unifor Canada.
 
Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday December 15th starting at 1 pm, at the Doubletree by Hilton, 30 Fairview Road South, Kitchener with Memorial Tributes at 2 pm. Reception to follow. 
 
In Lieu of flowers donations will be gratefully accepted for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada or the Food Bank of Waterloo Region. 
 
Many thanks to surgeon Dr. Paul Chiasson, Palliative Care physician Dr. Duncan Schwarz and Freeport Health Center Palliative Care staff for the amazing end of life care Bill was given. Messages and condolences may be left for the family at www.tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237. Please visit Bill's obituary notice on Facebook.
 
‘And in the end  the love you take  is equal to the love  you make’

​​Passed away peacefully on December 9, 2019 at Cambridge Memorial Hospital in her 79th year.

Mildred’s greatest wish was to be reunited with her beloved husband, Daniel Zelinski (2013) and now they are together again.

She will be sadly missed by her children Sheri (Neil), Danette (Shawn), Ken (Kym) and Brian. Cherished grandmother of Jason, Chase, Samantha (Marc), Sarah, Natasha and Olivia and six great-grandchildren. Also survived by her sister Marlene (Doug). Predeceased by her sister Madeline and granddaughter Jennifer.

​As per Mildred’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no formal memorial service. Messages and condolences may be left at www.tricitycremations.com.

It is with profound sadness the family announces the sudden passing of Diane, at Grand River Hospital on Sunday December 8th, 2019 at the age of 69 years.

She was the cherished daughter of Gwen and the late George Muckle. Loving mother of Scott Forbes (Miranda) of Calgary, Jennifer (Mike Foster) of Waterdown and the proud  Grandmother of Riley, Adelyn, Luke and Natalie Forbes and Jade and Wesley Foster. She was the dear sister of Darlene Kingston and Robert Muckle. Diane will be sadly missed by many family, friends, colleagues and students.

Diane worked for the Waterloo Region District School Board, for 20 years, prior to that she taught in Owen Sound for 10 years.  She had a big heart and enjoyed helping others: strangers, her family, and her students. Her ability to empathize with others made her know what was needed in a variety of situations. After retirement she had more time for her grand children and welcomed her puppy Sadie into her life.

Cremation has taken place.  A Celebration of Life will be held at Williamsburg Dedication Centre, 1541 Fischer – Hallman Rd. Kitchener on Saturday December 14, 2019.  Visitation will begin at 12:30, a service will begin at 1:30 and a reception will follow.

Donations may be made to directly to the Ronald McDonald House, South Central  (Hamilton)  1.905.521.9983 as expressions of sympathy.   Messages and condolences may be left for the family at www.tricitycremations.com  or 519.772.1237.

Passed away peacefully at Freeport Hospital, on Sunday December 8, 2019 at the age of 71 years.

Heather was a remarkable special needs care provider.  She loved to dance and listen to music.   She enjoyed cooking and she was a selfless host.

Loving mother of Shawn (Jill Barry), Jason and she will be especially missed by her friend Lynne MaCoy.  Proud Nana of Cynthia and Keely. Predeceased by her parents Walter and Verna Hornby. She is survived by many siblings, and an extensive number of family members.

Cremation has taken place.   A Celebration of life will be held at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the local SPCA as expressions of sympathy.

​Messages and condolences may be left for the family at www.tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237. Please visit Heather's obituary notice on Facebook.

With profound sadness we announce that Alan George Gingerich passed away at Freeport Hospital on Friday November 29, 2019 at the age of 67 years.

Loving father of Dylan (Sheila) and Meagan (Dwight); Dear brother of Christine, Keith (Barbara), Susan (David predeceased), and Jane. Alan’s greatest joy and most honored title was that of “Grandpa” to his two grandchildren; Dayja and Samson.  Predeceased by his parents Raymond and Esther Gingerich. Uncle Al will be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews as well as relatives and friends.

Alan worked at BF Goodrich for over 20 years. He enjoyed golfing with his family and friends.  Alan always had a joke and was known for lighting up the room with his presence.  He constantly made others laugh and feel at ease.  The way he died is just like he lived: he wrote his own rules and he paved his own way.  Alan will be remembered for his great sense of humor, thoughtfulness, kindness and devotion to his family.  

Cremation has taken place.  A Celebration of Life to be announced at a later date. 

In lieu of flowers, donations to Freeport Hospital as expressions of sympathy would be appreciated. Messages and condolences may be left for the family at www.tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237. Please visit Alan's obituary notice on Facebook.

With sadness we announce the passing of Margo Johanna DeBruin on Friday, November 22.

Beloved wife of 69 years of Cornelius (Casey), cherished mother of Marco (Donna), Sylvia Archibald (Sam) and Audrey Gervais. Loved Grandmother of Catherine DeBruin (Isaque Saraiva), Brian DeBruin, Steven Gervais and Eric Gervais. Margo Gravesteijn was born July 05, 1926 in Gouda, The Netherlands. Survived by one sister Cockie (Jan) Sanders in The Netherlands along with many nieces and nephews in both Holland and France.  Predeceased by siblings Jacques, Netty and Joke.

Thank you to the caring staff of Saint Luke’s Place (A-Main) and Cambridge Memorial Hospital for their care and compassion.

The family invites you to share memories of Margo in the Stauffer Auditorium, Saint Luke’s Place, 1624 Franklin Blvd. Cambridge on Sunday, December 8th from 1:30 – 3:30. 

​In lieu of flowers the family asks that you be kind to one another. Donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Cremation has taken place. Messages and condolences may be left at tricitycremations.com. Please visit Margo's obituary notice on Facebook.