Obituaries

Donna Marion Grenke passed away at the Lion’s Head Hospital on December 23, 2023 at the age of 94.  Donna was born in Milton on November 22, 1929 and was the daughter of the late Stanley and Evelyn Love.  Beloved wife of the late Murray Grenke.  Loving mother of Jodie (Eric) Vanderende of Durham and…

March 23, 1945 – January 15, 2024 Ken passed away peacefully at the Louise Marshall Hospital on Monday, January 15th at the age of 78. He was born to Harvey and Elsie Houston on their farm near Holyrood, Ontario. The farm outside of Harriston has been home for Ken and Joy for the past 40…

April 2, 1934 – January 9, 2024 Doug gave his last breath Tuesday, January 9th. Some of his last words were:  take me out of the game.  As he was an excellent hip checking hockey player, (Mercuries, Greys and farmed Maple Leafer) we knew what he meant.  Tough as nails, loved joking with family (that is why…

1932 – 2024 Korleen (nee Wilson) Schmidt was born in Brockville, Ontario on January 17, 1932 to parents Gladys (nee Sharkey) and Udney Wilson. As an only child she spent her early years experiencing farm life with her parents and grandparents. A favourite memory was taking a packed lunch box in the morning and going…

Ronald “Speed” Gadke of Hanover passed away suddenly and peacefully at Hanover Hospital on January 2, 2024 in his 76th year.  Born in Walkerton on March 24, 1948 he was the son of Marjorie Brautigam and Raymond Gadke.  Survived by loving wife Helen (Lane) Gadke.  Loved stepfather of Trevor Agombar (Rebecca).  Special grandpa to Zach…

Betty Ruth Johnson (née Fairbairn) passed away peacefully at Brightshores Health System, Owen Sound on January 1, 2024, in her 90th year.  Betty was born in London, Ontario on March 4, 1934.  Beloved wife of the late William Johnson of Balmy Beach.  Loving mother of Dennis and his wife Kathy of Shallow Lake.  Proud grandmother…

We are saddened to announce that Gerardo passed away suddenly at home in Owen Sound on December 27, 2023 at the age of 71.  Born in Montevideo, Uruguay on January 2, 1952.  He is survived by his loving wife Linda Styles of 39 years, his stepdaughter Michelle, his sister Graciela, his niece Cherie and his…

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Casey Lea Mauricienne Olson (nee Coulis) at the age of 58, after a fierce battle with cancer on December 26, 2023, at Chapman House Hospice, Owen Sound, with family at her side. Loved wife of John Olson, dear daughter-in-law of Mary Olson, sister-in-law of…

Marion Redmond (nee Glover) peacefully passed in her home on December 15, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.  Marion was in her 88th year.  Predeceased by her loving husband, Douglas (Ben) and her best brother Ken Glover (Barb) of St. Catharines.  Loving mother to Michael (Edna), Blake (Jean) and Andrew (Pauline).  Also survived by 8 grandchildren,…

Michael Robert Beckberger, of Owen Sound, passed away at Brightshores Health System, Owen Sound on December 6, 2023. He was 52. Mike was a registered member of the Canadian Adult Recreational Hockey Association (CARHA). He actively participated and loved attending sporting events. He loved baseball and was an incredible Baseball Pitcher in his younger years.…