Peacefully on December 7, 2023, at the age of 82 years. Predeceased by her brothers Ted and John. She will be lovingly missed by her children, Timothy MacLean and Kimberly McGurrin (Timothy); granddaughter Locksley MacLean; sister-in law Helen Evans, nieces, nephews, and friends.
Mary was born in Stockton-on-Tees, completed her studies in nursing at Newcastle and midwifery at Oxford, and travelled the world with her young family as the bride of a Canadian army officer, before settling in Ontario. In Ontario, she first owned and later clerked in gift boutiques, remaining active and working into her 80’s. She was always busy with her family, church community, love of dogs, gardening and the horticultural society.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at St. James Anglican Church in Dundas, Ontario at 11:00 AM on Saturday December 16, 2023, with reception to follow at the church. To view the livestream, please click this link. Mary’s family wishes to send a special thank you to the staff of the Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice for their care and compassion.
It is with heavy hearts we share the passing of John George Cornell, still sharp as a whip in his 91st year, Johnny passed away peacefully in his Dundas home on Monday, December 4 2023. We are comforted that he is reunited in heaven with; in his words, the greatest joy of his life, his beloved wife, Darlene, who left our earthly world just over a year ago. He will be greatly missed and leaves a lifetime of cherished memories as a wonderful brother, brother in law and to so many nieces and nephews, greats, and great greats , as the fun loving uncle. He was a dedicated employee of Ontario Hydro for over 40 years and did great charitable work as a proud member of the local Knights of Columbus, as well as committed to his church, St. Augustine’s in Dundas. Johnny’s interests and talents were vast. From travelling with Darlene and many family members to hunting trips and cards with the boys, leading Easter hikes with family, woodworking, and was always game for any mind puzzle to challenge himself. Friends and family are welcome to attend a celebration of life at Turner Family Funeral Home: 53 Main St., Dundas on Friday, December 8, 2023. service at 1 PM with a reception including light refreshments to follow in the Cattel Center next-door from 2:00 to 3:00. Family will receive guests after a private interment.
With deeply saddened hearts we say goodbye to Susan Jacqueline Read Neesam-Daly, who passed away peacefully and surrounded by family at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton on November 22, 2023, at the age of 51.
Susan is the beloved wife of Thomas Daly. Susan is the daughter of Malcolm and Betty Neesam (1935-2019), and the much-loved sister of Timothy (with Linda Weichel) and Mark.
Susan will be missed by all of us, including her immediate family of Marie, Peggy, Anthony and Eleanor, Yvonne, Leslie and Elise, and so many nieces and nephews who all loved Auntie Sue so much.
Born in Sarnia, Susan moved to Dundas with her parents. There she met Tom, the love of her life, and spent ten blissful wedded years with him. They lived with their dog Bailey in an apartment just two floors below Malcolm and Betty. Susan showed her deep care for her parents with daily calls and visits.
Susan was a lifelong learner. She studied travel and to be a medical receptionist, worked in a variety of jobs she truly enjoyed, and ever the entrepreneur, for Avon and Color Street Nails.
Susan’s interests and talents ran wide and deep, from fishing on early family holidays to bowling, singing in the church choir, and piano and vocal lessons. Most recently she spent most evenings studying a variety of correspondence courses at the Stratford Career Institute, and taking walks with Tom and Bailey.
Heartfelt thanks to her physician, Dr. Turner, for care and support for Susan, and immense gratitude to Dr. Ligori and the ICU team at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton for looking after her in her final days.
Friends and family are welcome to come to the visitation at the Turner Family Funeral Home at 53 Main Street, Dundas on Sunday, November 26, from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Her funeral will be at St. Augustine’s Church, 58 Sydenham Street, Dundas, on Monday, November 27, at 11 am, with a reception to follow.
Passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Hospital on November 17, 2023 in his 79th year. Beloved husband of Winnie (nee Smith). Loving father to daughter Tammy (Sean Storr) and son Ronald Mercer. Survived by Sisters; Louise (Johnny Dunn) and Velma (Paul Mercier), Brothers; Peter Mercer and Dave Mercer. Will be sadly missed by Brothers-in-law Elwood Smith (predeceased), Onswald Smith (Pauline), Thomas Smith (Marie), Albert Smith (Janet) and Sisters-in-law Minnie Smith, Gail Ross (Don), Wanda Smith (Mark), Jeanette Power (James) as well as a circle of friends, nieces and nephews and Special nieces Ashley, Amber, great-niece Ariyah and great-nephew Adam who he treated with love as his own. Predeceased by parents Rev. Ronald T. Mercer and Mary Mercer and parents-in-law George and Emma Smith. Many thanks to the care from Wentworth Lodge and the staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Friends and family are invited to Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St. Dundas, ON, on Tuesday, November 21, from 4-7p.m. for a visitation. A Funeral Service will take place at the Funeral Home on Wednesday, November 22, at 1p.m. Burial at Christ Church Anglican Cemetery, 92 Highway 8, Dundas, ON.
Passed away peacefully at home on November 14, 2023 in his 80th year surrounded by family and loved ones. Beloved spouse of Lenore (nee Bower) for 56 years, and loving father to James (Suzanne) and Len (Kim). Cherished brother of Joyce Dunbrack (Fred) and Ross Watkins. Proud grandfather of Katie, Wyatt, Ryan, Jason, Quinnlyn and Chelsea. Jim was an employee of Dofasco for 25+ years and a longtime band member. He played the trumpet with Silver Swing, Dixieland Plus, The Dundas Concert Band and The George Arnone Big Band and this was his passion and joy.
Jim’s family would like to express their sincere thanks to the Cancer Assistance Program for all their support during this difficult time, and gratefully acknowledge Kristen Hallett and Fred and Joyce Dunbrack for their loving care and compassion. They would also like to thank all those who came to spend time with Jim and cared for him in his final days.
Family and friends are invited to Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St. Dundas, on Sunday, November 19th from 12 to 2 and from 4 to 6 for a visitation. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory to the Cancer Assistance Program at cancerassist.ca or An Instrument for Every Child (AIFEC) at hamiltonmusiccollective.ca A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Marie Evans McHattie April 26, 1922 – November 11, 2023
Marie Evans McHattie (Main) formally of Dundas Ontario, passed away on November 11, 2023 in her 102nd year. Daughter of the late Cecil and Annie Main (nee Taylor). Wife to the late Edward (Ted) McHattie. Mother of Anne Leegstra and predeceased by daughter and son in law Margaret and Joseph Bourgeois. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Terra McConnell (Steve), Warren Leegstra, Krista Leegstra, Cheryllee Bourgeois (Nir Gepner) and Lucas Bourgeois. Great grandmother to Jesse, Eden, Mio, Ayah, Lacy and Lyla. Sister to Leone Fischer (Paul), Jon Main (Lynn), Kathryn Moffat (Keith predeceased). Predeceased by brothers Bill, Grant, Glenn and Wray Main.
Cremation has taken place. Celebration of Life to be held on December 2 at 12:00 P.M., at The Cattel Centre, 45 Main St., Dundas.
Condolences through Turner Family Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
