Lou (Ethel) Nickel, at the age of 63, passed away December 1st at St. Catherine's General Hospital. She will be lovingly remembered by her daughter Hayley Steuernol and her sisters Evelyn Trudel (Dennis deceased), Laurie Kidd (Stuart), Diane Stringer (John), Iris Stevens (Dennis),sisters-in-law Sherry Pratt and Ann Pratt, and her many nieces and nephews. 

She will also be missed by her long time friend and partner Michel Roy.

She was predeceased by her husband Ed Nickle, her parents Ernie and Wanda Pratt and her brothers Les Pratt, Pat Pratt and her sister Donna Matheson.

Respecting Lou's wishes, cremation has taken place and her ashes will be interred in the family plot at Eau Claire Cemetery in the spring at a private family gathering.

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Passed away peacefully on November 8, 2022 at St. Mary’s Hospital, Kitchener, Ontario with his family by his side. Jonny was born on August 25, 1947 in Cambridge, Ontario.

Lovingly remembered by his wife Betty Ann Clark (nee Matthews) (married December 10, 1966). Sadly missed by his children Shelley (Bruce Chornaby) and Scott (Kim Charron-McLeod). Proud grandfather of Nathan and Ryan Chornaby and Madeline Clark. Beloved brother of Donna Mae. Also missed by many cousins, nieces and nephews, numerous friends and his pet companion Charlotte.

Predeceased by his parents Sydney John Henry Clark (1967) and Isabella “Ruth” Dale (1994). Also predeceased by sisters Lynn (2016) and Dale (2004).

Jonny lived in Cambridge all of his life. He was an employee of Babcock & Wilcox from 1966 until his retirement in 2007. He was a past member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 126 in Preston and the Preston Scout House Band. He loved fishing, enjoyed Nascar racing and the Toronto Blue Jays. His family, especially his grandchildren, were his pride and joy. He was the most kind, caring and compassionate man a family could ask for.

Jonny fought so hard for so many years and he just couldn’t take the pain anymore. We all find comfort that he is no longer suffering.

Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will be held at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
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Peacefully on Monday November 7th 2022 at Brampton Civic Hospital with family at his side.

Terry was born in Sarnia in 1941 and grew up on the family farm in Mandaumin with his parents Bud and Marion Ellwood and brothers David, John and sister Elizabeth (Wannacott). He attended Northern Collegiate, Western University and London Teacher’s College. Terry’s love of music took him to Tillsonburg in 1966 where he started the Music program for grades 7  and 8 at Maple Lane Public School and he continued to teach music there until he retired.

He was a teacher, a brother, a friend, a grandfather and a loving father. He enjoyed spending time with his children Kristen and Sean Ellwood and Megan and Jennifer Richardson. Terry will be so missed by them, his grandchildren and his dear friends.

A celebration of life is planned for a later date.

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​(Allan) Stuart Dougall, 82, of Oakville, Ontario passed away on Saturday November 5th, 2022 in Burlington, Ontario after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.
 
Stuart was born in Trinidad to Leslie and Margaret Dougall on June 4, 1940. He married Jacqueline Stanley on October 6, 1961 and they welcomed three children. At a very young age, Stuart started at Barclay’s Bank in San Fernando, Trinidad as a bank courier working his way up to branch manager and eventually transferring to Kingston, Jamaica.  In 1975, the family moved to Canada to join members of their extended family, gaining their citizenship in 1981. Stuart pursued a career at the Bank of Montreal, working in several locations in the Mississauga and Oakville area, eventually retiring as the Oakville Main branch manager in 1995. Stuart was well loved by his clients and is known for his support to many senior citizens offering free income tax services well into his retirement.  He was an avid stamp and coin collector throughout his life. A true family man who loved to travel with his children and extended family to Florida, Myrtle Beach, the West Indies and Europe.
 
Stuart is preceded in death by his parents, his brother David Dougall, his sister Margaret Simpson and his beloved Aunt and Uncle June and Ralph Carter.   
 
He is survived by his spouse, Jacqueline; his son Stephen Dougall and his wife Terri and their children Heather (Andrew), Michael (Michelle) and Laura; his daughter Ann Marie Brown and her children Amanda (Dakari) and Victoria and his son Robert Dougall, his wife Brenda and their children Caitlin and Jessica.  Stuart will also be missed by his brother-in-laws/sister-in-laws and their families, several cousins and his many nieces and nephews.
 
A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorials may be given to the Alzheimer’s Society or a charity of choice.
 
The family wishes to extend our sincere thanks to the staff at the Village of Tansley Woods, who cared for Stuart and Jackie for many years, the staff at Billings Court Manor, who were so kind to Stuart and the family in his last days, and also the medical care that was provided by Dr. Layne and Dr. Ragonetti over the years. 

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Pearl Verna Mills (nee Wuerch) peacefully entered the presence of Jesus, her Lord and Saviour on October 5th, 2022 at 89 years of age, with family by her side.  She was married for 71 years to Keith Mills (September 2022).

Pearl is the devoted and cherished mother of three boys:  Gary & Helen Mills, Ron & Nancy Mills, and Wayne & Renee Mills.  

She leaves behind a beautiful legacy of 11 grandchildren in whose lives she invested spiritually and especially in the giving of her time:  Lori & Todd Shepperd, T.J. Mills, Aaron & Anne Mills, Desiree & Zach Steeves, Joshua & Janet Mills, Matthew & Becky Mills, Katie & Bill Crawford, Sabrina & Mike Maulucci, Ryan & Faith Mills, Michelle Bural, Darryn Mills, 22 great grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchildren. 
Pearl is predeceased by her parents William and Natalie (nee Rattai) and her siblings Lawrence, Harvey, Elsie (Bob), and Harry (Joan).  She is survived by her brothers Raymond (Phyllis), Bill (Ann 2022), Art (Mary Ann) and her sister-in-law Shirley.

She was a faithful woman of God, given to much prayer.  We three sons, and our respective families could never repay her for the sacrifices she made for us, except that we live for the Lord; which was her greatest desire. 

Cremation has taken place, and Pearl will be remembered in a private family celebration of life.

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​It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Margaret (Maggie) Morency (nee Gelinas) on September 14 2022.
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A beloved mother, sister, grandmother and friend. Maggie fought a hard courageous battle with cancer. Maggie left this world too soon. Maggie was a true animal lover and loved anyone's animal as her own. Maggie was an amazing seamstress and could restore any piece of furniture, she also had green thumb. Maggie also would not let you leave without playing her favourite dice game 10000.

Maggie is survived son Mark his wife Jennifer and son Richard his Wife Paulette sister Joan and brother Edward and grandchildren Sierra, Ashley and Eric. Mom your beautiful smile and lovely giggle will be in our hearts forever.

On behalf of the family, donations can be made to Hospice of Windsor. Arrangements have been entrusted to Cremation Alternatives.

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​Keith Ellis Mills, peacefully entered the presence of Jesus, his Lord and Saviour on Wednesday, September 14th, 2022 at 91 years of age.

He was married to Pearl Verna Mills (nee Wuerch) for 71 years and together they raised 3 boys: Gary & Helen Mills, Ron & Nancy Mills, and Wayne & Renee Mills.  He leaves behind a beautiful legacy of 11 grandchildren:  Lori & Todd Shepperd, T.J. Mills, Aaron & Anne Mills, Desiree & Zach Steeves, Joshua & Janet Mills, Matthew & Becky Mills, Katie & Bill Crawford, Sabrina & Mike Maulucci, Ryan & Faith Mills, Michelle Bural, Darryn Mills, 22 great grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchildren.

Keith is predeceased by his parents George and Maggie (nee Spooner), and his siblings Milo, Willis, Burns, Harry, Grant, Marie, and Ross.

He loved reading his Bible, memorizing the Word which was so precious to him. He was a Bible teacher, he loved people, and never wavered from his faith. Even after retiring from driving a city bus (where he had a captive audience), he and Pearl ministered in seniors and retirement homes, doing up to 60 services a month. The passion for sharing their faith never wavered.
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Cremation has taken place and Keith will be remembered in a private family celebration of life.

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It is with heavy hearts the family of Tomas R. Sanchez (Mike) announces his peaceful passing in his 73rd year.

Tom will be deeply missed by his wife Gloria Del-Ben Sanchez, his sons, Christopher Del-Ben (Michelle), Marcelo Sanchez and Sergio Sanchez.
 
Nonno will be sorely missed by grandchildren Joshua Del-Ben (Daniella) and Krystle Del-Ben Hillman (Kirk), and great granddaughter Presley, who just made Tom a Bisnonno for the first time.
 
Tom was born in Mendoza, Argentina and served in the Argentine Airforce as a mechanic before emigrating to Canada. Mike enjoyed all things “Canada” and becoming a citizen was one of his proudest moments.  Mike drove transport truck for many years but managed to find time for his favorite hobbies which included fishing, hunting, billiards, going to the casino and dancing with his wife Gloria. They shared many happy times together.
 
Tom is predeceased by his parents Edmundo and Yolanda Sanchez (Argentina) and will be missed by many relatives, in-laws, nieces, nephews, friends, and best friends Osvaldo and Roger.
 
Cremation has taken place with final resting place to be determined.
 
A private family “Celebration of Life” to be held.
 
Te acompano en este momento de dolor  
Sono con te in questo mometo di dolore
I am with you in this moment of grief

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Wayne Ying (Papa Wayne) age 74, passed away June 27, 2022 following a long, courageous battle - with his love and wife Paula by his side.  He leaves behind his son Brendan, daughter Carrie (Paul Belasco), step-son Ryan (Solange), grandchildren Seaon, Javien, Riley, Athaniel, Harry and Joshua, sister Dianna (Blowe), many other family members and dear friends.
 
Wayne was, Mr. "still waters run deep" as he was dubbed who was always in the background, but coming forward with a force when needed.  He will be remembered as a tough, kind guy.  Wayne had a sharp mind and a keen interest to learn which continued until the end of his life.
 
Wayne was raised in Chinatown, where he met many lifelong friends.  And those boys have lots of stories!  Wayne agreed to disclose his life story anonymously to the Department of History when approached by Simon Fraser University for a paper, "Bachelors and China Dolls."  Those interviewed were a union of mixed race. This was a valuable contribution to this history project.
 
Wayne was an employee of Goodwill Industries for 39 years, a job he loved and where he met his wife Paula and many close friends.
 
Wayne was self-taught with many passions including his "Audi," fishing, boating, target and skeet shooting, pool, reading, gaming, music including classical, Van Morrison, Taylor Swift and Willie Nelson among his favorites, with more serious work conducted in his garage/man cave.
 
Wayne contributed greatly to an overflowing basket of memories from the family house on Halbadier, the cottage on Black Lake and the farm in Bobcaygeon - his favorite home.
 
"He will be forever loved and remembered."

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1942 - 2022 

Kevin Joseph Coombs passed away peacefully at Hardy Terrace on June 2, 2022 in his 80th year.

He was born in St. John’s Newfoundland to Herbert and Evelyn (Purcell) Coombs on November 7, 1942. He leaves behind three children, Tracy (Scott), Terry and Greg and two grandchildren, Emily and Kaitlin. Kevin is survived by his siblings Cyril (Sandra), Mary (Jerry) Squires, Gerald, Evelyn (Vince) Norman, Allan (Heather) and many nieces, nephews and friends.

He is predeceased by his parents Herbert (1988) and Evelyn (2003) and siblings Bob (1979), Barb (2001) and Austin (2019).

At Kevin’s wish, cremation has occurred with internment in Newfoundland, close to his loving family. In memory of Kevin, donations to the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada or Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.

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