Our family is saddened to announce the passing, after a brief illness, of our beloved Mother, Grandmother and Great-grandmother. She was a devoted mother to Michael (Cindy), Karen (Wendall), Leslie (Dave), Michelle (Steve), Tyrone (Jackie), Mark (Lisa) and David. Grandmother to fifteen grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. She now joins her predeceased soulmate, Frank. She was born June 26, 1934, passing on December 14, 2023 in her 90th year. Affectionately known as Granny, she lived a very eventful life due to her large family. A no nonsense straight shooter, you definitely knew very quickly if you were in her good or bad books. She was a lover of all sports and an avid TV watcher; in her later years you were likely to find her guarding the living room couch. She was a resident of St. Joseph’s Villa for the past three years. Many thanks for the compassionate care of the St. Joseph’s ICU staff during this difficult time. Cremation has taken place. A Funeral Mass for Helen will take place on Thursday, December 21, 2023 at 11 a.m. at ST. AUGUSTINE’S CHURCH, 58 Sydenham Street, Dundas. Reception to follow in the Parish Hall. Donations in Helen’s memory to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
May you rest in eternal peace Granny, in the arms of our loving Father.
Our memories of you will last our lifetime. Please watch over us and keep a place for us until we see you again.
Just shy of his 94-year goal, Harry passed away peacefully with family by his side on December 7, 2023 in his 93rd year. He is predeceased by Joyce, his soulmate and wife of nearly seven decades, their four children and their spouses Paul, Dave (Phyllis), Scott (Nicki) and Joanne (Pete Kehoe), his grandchildren Graham (Paulina), Fraser (Rachael), Britney (Garrett), Emma (Tim), Trisha (Carlo), Nicole (Shane), Colin, Ben, Olivia, and Kellen, and ten great grandchildren. Harry was predeceased by his sisters Anne Thompson (Jack), and Doreen Falkiner (Ray). Special uncle, second dad and cherished friend to so many in the community.
Harry was an accomplished hockey player in his youth, winning the Intermediate A OMHA MVP award in 1951-52. He left his NHL dreams behind to obtain his Tool & Die Maker apprenticeship with John Bertram & Sons in Dundas. He then took over his father’s business, Beverly Fuels, delivering furnace oil all hours of the day to rural Flamborough residents for over 60 years. Harry continued to contribute to hockey – starting the Rockton Real McCoys with his friend Archie McCoy in the 1970s, raising funds for the building of the Beverly Arena and coaching countless kids in the community.
His volunteer work extended to years of service as a member and President of the Rockton Lions Club, and as a lifelong Mason. He took to the links in the summer, being a decades-long member of the Flamborough Hills Golf Club. His talent as a hobbyist woodworker lives on with cherished pieces in many of his family’s homes.
His family would like to thank staff at The Meadows in Ancaster for taking such great care of “Handsome Harry.”
We will honour Harry’s life on Saturday, January 6th from 1-4pm at the Royal Canadian Legion in Lynden. This will be an opportunity to raise a glass, share memories and celebrate a life well-lived.
In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations in Harry’s memory to the Rockton Lions Club or directly to the Rockton United Church.
It is with a broken heart that we announce the passing of our kind and caring Veronica Mary Coomber on December 11, 2023. Veronica joins her Mother, Constance Dowds, Father, James Dowds, Brother, Paddy Dowds, Niece, Katherine Rose Dowds, Mother in Law, Winifred Coomber, Father in Law, George Coomber, and sister-in-law, Barbara Dugard in heaven.
Veronica was born in Brighton, England on October 20, 1945. She was a talented hairdresser, starting her career at the age of 15. She met the love of her life, Brian Coomber at age 17, they married, then emigrated to Canada in 1967.
Veronica loved to dance and donned the title of the dancing queen, she loved to fill every room she entered with light and energy. She was a kind, caring and wonderful person, who felt she needed to give everyone she saw a little wave. Veronica has fulfilled many roles as a wife, mother, sister, aunt, Grammy, godmother, sister-in-law, friend. She was a Christmas fanatic and loved to celebrate whenever she could. She was the most caring person and always thought about others’ happiness and would do whatever she could to make a difference in someone’s life.
Recently, Veronica and her husband Brian, have enjoyed an adventurous life, joining the snowbirds in Florida to avoid the notorious Canadian winter. It was here that Veronica was able to spread her love of life to many more new friends and acquaintances.
We welcome our close family and friends to join us in celebrating Veronica’s wonderful life on December 15, 2023, at 2:00 pm at the Turner Family Funeral Home at 53 Main Street, Dundas, ON, L9H 2P7, We will also be hosting a virtual livestream of the service.
In lieu of flowers please donate in her name to a charity that resonates best with you.
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.
With sadness we announce the passing of Evelyn Beam at Victoria Gardens LTC in Hamilton on Friday November 3, 2023 in her 101st year. Predeceased by husband Alden (2009). Mother of Brian, Malcolm, Keith, Brent and Brenda. She will be missed by ten grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren. Cremation and interment at White Chapel Memorial Gardens, 1895 Main St. West, Hamilton on Monday November 13, 2023 at 12:00 PM.
