Obituaries

August 1, 1947 – March 6, 2024 After a long illness, Bruce Gateman of Hanover passed away peacefully in the arms of the love of his life, his wife Bev, on March 6th, 2024.  Born on August 1, 1947, Bruce grew up in Brant township, on a small farm just north of Hanover, son of…

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Betty Pountney on February 24, 2024.  Born in Proton Township October 26, 1936.  Beloved wife of Barry Pountney. They were married for 65 years. Loving mother of Leah (Jeff) and Duane all of Owen Sound.  Betty loved watching sports, especially cheering on the Toronto…

Passed away on January 25, 2024 at Chapman House in Owen Sound. Ed was a longtime resident of Lion’s Head and Wiarton. He enjoyed his dog Maddie, his many friends and his daily trips to Tim’s in Wiarton.  He was a quiet, kind man who believed in being honest and fair.  He was quick with…

Bert Henry Henderson passed peacefully in his hometown of Owen Sound on February 20, 2024 in his 96th year. He is predeceased by his dear wife Bettina.  Bert was an avid world traveller, academic, historian and artist.  He founded the Southampton Art School in 1957 with 3 members of the Group of 7 on the…

Clyde Atkins was born in Bell Island, Newfoundland on September 14, 1939 and passed away at Lee Manor, Owen Sound on February 17, 2024.  Survived by brother Hubert (Rosalind) Atkins and sister Winnie (Leslie) Fletcher.  Father of Bonita Luckie (Brian), Ronald Atkins and Charles Atkins.  Also survived by his grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends.  Predeceased…

November 9, 1937 – February 16, 2024 It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of Harry Parker Junior. Kind-hearted, fun-loving, and generous to a fault, the “World’s Biggest Leaf Fan” leaves behind a memory of a truly great and most gentle Owen Sounder. Survived by his wife of 61 years Ruth (née…

Passed away at the Lion’s Head Hospital on Thursday evening February 8, 2024. Lottie Shouldice (Tyndall) of Lion’s Head in her 98th year.  Beloved mother of Molly (John) and Richard (Susan).  Loved grandmother of Hannah (Darcy), Kate (A.J.), Justian (Scott) and Shirree (Martin) and great grandmother of James, Claire, Annie and Hazel.  Dear sister of…

Peacefully passed away at Brightshores Health System, Owen Sound on February 10, 2024 after a long struggle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family.  Brian is survived by his wife of 52 years Eleanor Pell (nee Hillier), his daughter Kerry, his sons Ryan (Stacey) and Randy (Mollie), his grandsons Jayden and AJ and his last…

James (Jim) Raymond Smith of Brockton, passed away at South Bruce Grey Health Centre – Walkerton, on February 11, 2024.  Jim was born in Hamilton on March 31, 1942, to Raymond and Ruth Smith.  He attended Westdale High School in Hamilton and went on to join the Royal Canadian Air Force in Trenton where he…

June 15, 1944 – February 9, 2024 It is with great sadness that the family of Lois Evelyn Ward announces her passing on February 9th, 2024, at the age of 79, following a long struggle with Alzheimer’s Disease.  Lois is survived by her 2 children, Jehanne Finlay and Jesse Ward (Melisa Berner). A proud grandmother…