Obituaries

In loving memory of Brenda Ann O’Connor of Port Elgin, who passed away peacefully, on October 1, 2024, at Gateway Haven in Wiarton with family by her side. Brenda was born in Peterborough on March 6, 1945, to Francis (Whitworth) McKinley and Donald McKinley.  Brenda, the beloved wife of the late Leonard O’Connor. Brenda and…

October 4, 1936 – September 23, 2024 Just shy of her 88th birthday, our mother has been lovingly wrapped in the arms of her Lord and Saviour and carried home following a long and valiant battle with cancer. She passed peacefully in her home, surrounded by all her loving daughters. Final arrangements entrusted to Grey…

Gillian Pamela Miller of Mildmay, born in Bath, England, passed away peacefully at Rockwood Terrace in Durham, Thursday, September 12, 2024 in her 85th year, surrounded by family.  Beloved wife of the late Vernon Miller.  Survived by son Chris Miller and wife Lois of Mildmay, step granddaughter Reena Long and husband Kirk of Cold Lake,…

October 6, 1952 – September 19, 2024 Allan Douglas Cochrane, 71, of Owen Sound, passed away peacefully at Brightshores Health System in Owen Sound on September 19, 2024 after complications from his Parkinson’s Disease.  Allan was born October 6, 1952 in Owen Sound to Marjorie Myrle (Petch) and the late James William Cochrane.  Allan was…

James Fraser Hughes of Country Village, Brockton passed away peacefully at the Walkerton Hospital on September 10, 2024, in his 82nd year.  Long time friend of Angela Nixon and family and he will be missed by all.  Father of Jason and Jeffrey Hughes.  Grandfather of Kiley, Claire and Ryan.  Also survived by brothers Ron and…

Reta Weiser, formerly of Neustadt, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital on September 24, 2024.  Born in Normanby Township on December 25, 1934 to the late Daniel and Ella (nee Wettlaufer) Lantz.  Survived by sons Randy (Julie) Weiser of New Hamburg, Dale Weiser of Pickering and daughter Wanda Lamont of Hanover.  Loved grandmother of…

With heavy hearts, the family of Bernie Wilder (Waller) announce her passing at Lee Manor in Owen Sound at the age of 82 on Sunday, September 15, 2024 with her husband at her side. Beloved wife of Bill Wilder, cherished mother of Troy (Lisa), Todd (Tammy) and Travis (Heather). Proud grandmother to Brad (Candice), Jessamyn…

September 23, 1922 – September 15, 2024 “People are like stained glass windows – the true beauty can be seen only when there is light from within. The darker the night, the brighter the windows.” Elisabeth Kübler-Ross At almost 102 years old, Gwen died peacefully, listening to a Vivaldi Oboe Concerto, with her daughter and…

Connie Frances Bushell passed away surrounded by family on September 4, 2024 at the Kincardine Hospital at the age of 59. Beloved wife of Paul Bushell. Dear mother of Chris (Jenessa), Corey, Casey (Johnny), and Colin (Robie) Bushell. Cherished grandma to Dawson, Grayson and Bella. Connie will also be missed by her siblings Shirley Brenner,…

Barbara O’Connor, age 92, of Owen Sound, died peacefully on Monday, September 16, 2024 while holding the hand of her husband of 72 years, Bill O’Connor. Barb lived in both Owen Sound and Sauble Beach, and was a loving mother and grandmother. A proud member of the Neath clan, born in 1932, the ninth child,…