With deep love and cherished memories, the family of Elsie Isabell Dearsley (née Smith) announces her passing on October 29, 2025 at St Joseph’s Villa at the age of 90, finally at rest after a long journey with Alzheimer’s.
Elsie and her beloved late husband, Bill, who was her partner in all things for 59 years, built a life filled with family, laughter, and love. Proud mother of Brenda (Keven), Gary, and Bill; loving grandmother “Grams” to Trevor (Karen), Matt (Sonja), Candace (Ryan), Scott (Melissa), and Karleigh; great-grandmother to Danielle, Jessica (Adriana), Ara, Samya, Mason, Maren, George, Easton, and Oliver; and great-great-grandmother to Alaina. She will also be deeply missed by her many nieces, nephews, and cousins, who held a special place in her heart.
Elsie was fiercely resourceful, endlessly creative, and never without a project on the go or a Post-It note list. She was known for her jerry-rigging skills, collection of pigs, love of baking, and hosting delicious family dinners. She volunteered for many years with the Ancaster Agricultural Society, and community church dinners, always giving her time generously with both passion and humour.
It is with sadness we announce the passing of Michael Robert Wilcox on October 25, 2025 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Hamilton, at the age of 85. Beloved husband of 55 years to the late June Wilcox (2021). Loving father to Robert (Marianne) Wilcox, David (Letitia) Wilcox, and Catherine (Ben) Sanderson. Proud grandfather to Robert and Megan Wilcox, Lindsay (Tyler), Ainslie, and Kylie Wilcox. Loving brother to Loretta (Santo) Alfano, and beloved uncle to Nick (Mirella) and Mike (Anna) Alfano.
Michael was born in Hamilton, Ontario to Robert and Imelda Wilcox. He grew up in the East End and was a proud graduate of Cathedral High School. Mike eventually became an insurance adjuster for Simcoe & Erie and later, York Fire. He was a proud member of the Insurance Institute of Canada as a designated Chartered Insurance Professional until his retirement in 2005. Mike loved sports and was an avid recreational hockey player, playing with the Milton Industrial Hockey League for a number of years. He loved to play tennis, golf, and was a proud season ticket holder for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. A long-time resident of Ancaster, Mike was a trusted friend and neighbour to many, and was a generous patron to many charities. Mike was a very social person, and took a genuine interest in people, their professions and their families.
His family wishes to thank the kind and caring staff at Wentworth Lodge for their compassion and understanding. Their contribution to his quality of life will never be forgotten.
Friends and family are invited to Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St., Dundas, for visitations on Thursday, October 30 from 5-7 pm and Friday, October 31 from 10-11 am. The funeral service will take place at 11 am, after Friday’s visitation. The reception will take place immediately after the service, followed by the interment at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery in Ancaster.
Childs, Dorothy (nee Saunders) – Peacefully at Wentworth Lodge on Friday, October 10, 2025, in her 100th year. Beloved wife of the late Ernest (2021) and dear mother of Wayne (Dawn) and the late Gary and mother-in-law of Judi. Sadly missed by her 5 grandchildren; Matthew (Terri), Natalie, Benjamin (Robin), Stephanie (Brent) and Joe and by her 4 great-grandchildren. Friends will be received by the family on Friday, October 24, 2025 from 10-11a.m. at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas where the funeral service will immediately follow. Interment will take place following the Service at Grove Cemetery.
Passed away peacefully at Margaret’s Place on Thursday, October 9, 2025 in her 85th year. Beloved wife of the late Donald Walker. Loving mother to Jeff (Sharon) and Steven (Tammy). Caring grandmother to Stacy, Lisa, Sarah, Erica, Joel, and great-grandmother to 14 great-grandchildren. Loving sister to Jack Hood, Gwen (Gord) Rayner and Brian (Cathy) Hood. Will be missed by many nieces and nephews and her friends at the coffee shop. Thanks to Dr. Heller and staff at the Juravinski Hospital and to the staff at Margaret’s Place Hospice. Friends and family are invited to Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St., Dundas on Tuesday, October 14th from 7-9p.m. for a visitation and again at 10a.m on October 15th until 11a.m. when the service will take place. Interment to take place at Strabane Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Margaret’s Place or the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated by the family.
With sadness, we announce the passing of Cecilia on October 3, 2025. She died with dignity, at the Parkview Nursing Centre in Hamilton, Ontario.
Wife of Leslie, mother of Chris and Anita, she set out from her native India to forge a new life in Canada. A kind and loving soul, Cecilia was a trusted confidant to many family members and friends. She was also a gracious host at many memorable dinner parties at her home in Dundas, Ontario.
She will be greatly missed.
A Visitation will be held at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas, Ontario on Wednesday October 22 at 1:00 p.m., with a memorial service in her honour taking place at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, you may make donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Passed away peacefully at the Juravinski Hospital on Sunday, October 5, 2025 in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Matthew Kras. Loving mother to Ted (Sharon – Predeceased), Chet (Debi), Cathy – Predeceased, Christine- Predeceased, Jerry (Tracey), Rick (Sandra), Matt (Sue). Caring grandmother to Nancy (Tony), Matthew (Jill) Ryan – Predeceased, Andrew (Shehnila), Kathleen, Teresa (Ben), Jessica (Michelle), Daniel, Michael, Megan and great-grandmother to Ella, Avery, Abby, Lily, Evie, Westley, Zachary, Hannah, Adeline, Stella – Predeceased, Blake and Beau. Loving sister to Kasimir (Gladys) Ochtabienski – Predeceased, Stan (Bernadette) Ochtabienski. She will also be missed by many nieces and nephews.
Genny was the matriarch of her family. She was a strong foundation for her family; for her to live, see and experience many grandchildren and great-grandchildren is such a blessing. Genny is resting peacefully now and feeling the love from her family, now and always. Our thanks to the doctors and nurses at Juravinski Hospital who took wonderful care of her.
Friends and family are invited to Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St., Dundas, on Wednesday, October 15 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm for a visitation. A Funeral Mass will take place at St. Augustine’s Parish, 58 Sydenham St, Dundas, on Thursday, October 16 at 1:00p.m. After the Mass, an entombment will follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery and a reception at St. Augustine’s Church Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated by the family. To share a memory or post a condolence, please visit Genny’s obituary at www.turnerfamilyfuneralhome.ca
