McFadden, Mary “Lorraine”

of Dundas, with her loving family by her side, at St. Joseph’s Healthcare on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, in her 89th year. Forever remembered and loved dearly by her sister Bonnie and brother-in-law Paul Hughes of Harriston, brother Jack McFadden of Guelph; nieces and nephews; Susan, John, Jane, Michael, Lisa, Patricia, Tom, Dan, Brenda, Kevin; many great-nieces and nephews; numerous friends and special friend Fred Haddock. Lorraine is predeceased by her beloved parents Joseph and Marie (nee Kelly) McFadden; brother Jim McFadden (2012); sister-in-law Marlene (2020) and nephew Jason. Lorraine was a Registered Nurse with Public Health in Hamilton for many years. Friends will be received by the family on Monday afternoon and evening from 2-4 and 7-9 at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas. Prayers at the funeral home at 8:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Augustine’s Church, 58 Sydenham Street, Dundas on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. Interment at St. Mary Immaculate and St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Elora. Donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.

Leech, Thelma Gertrude (nee Setterlund)

Passed away peacefully with her family by her side at the Juravinski Hospital on Sunday, January 8, 2023. Remembered and loved always by her husband Fred of 46 years; her sons David (Stacey) and Douglas, granddaughter Robyn, brother Jim, sisters Nancy and Louise and by her sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law. She was a dedicated Plant Biologist at McMaster University and an avid quilter. In keeping with Thelma’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a burial attended by her family will be held.

Geneviève Marianne Janine van Wersch – Syroid


Passed away peacefully at home, embraced by her family on Sunday,
December 25, 2022, at the age of 51.


Dear sweet wife to Dan for 27 years and loving mother to Anika, Maya, and
Luka. Beloved daughter of Jan and Netty, loving sister to Céline, and dear aunt
to Yenthe and Julian; loved by her extended family in The Netherlands.


Geneviève was very kind and gentle, and she was sincere in her thoughtfulness and
caring for others. She was warm and a good listener and always made people
feel comfortable. Geneviève lived her life with grace, always thinking of her
family first. Geneviève loved her family very much. She was brave and strong
in accepting her illness and continued to raise her children and care for her
family throughout her struggle. She taught her family well. Geneviève was a
beautiful person and will always be dearly loved.


A private Celebration of Life was held on Friday, December 30, 2022.

If you wish, memorial donations can be made in Geneviève’s name to the ALS
Society of Canada
.

Burgess, Calogera “Lee” (nee Liota)

Peacefully passed away at Wentworth Lodge on Friday, December 30, 2022 in her 98th year. Beloved wife of the late George (2017). Cherished children: Phil (Mary Linda), Carol, Aida Hyshka (Tim), and her beloved grandchildren: Tricia Catizzone (Chris), Annamarie. and great-grandson Scott. She will be sadly missed by her nieces, nephews and many friends. Predeceased by her parents and siblings. She was a long-time and faithful member at St. Augustine’s Church and the C.W.L. She worked at the Dundas Valley Golf & Curling Club as the office manager for many years. Heartfelt gratitude goes out to Dr. James Williams and staff, staff of Wentworth Lodge and Georgian Retirement Residence for their compassionate and loving care. Friends and family are invited to Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St, Dundas, on Thursday, January 5th from 10-11am for a visitation. Followed immediately by a graveside service at St. Augustine’s Cemetery. The family wishes that those attending the visitation wear a mask. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice.

Vedell, Sean Gregory

Passed away suddenly on December 28, 2022 in his 61st year at the Juravinksi Hospital surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of Barbara (nee Adams) for 36 years. Loving and proud father to Sarah (Predeceased), Rebecca (Paul) Bovbel , and Patrick (Sonja). Caring grandfather to Arthur and Lucy Bovbel and Oliver Vedell. Loving brother to Colin and Alexandra. Son to John and Barbara (Predeceased). Sean was an animal lover, he will be missed by his dogs Jack and Milly. He will be sadly missed by his CHAM Radio family. He was a lover of all good music, especially Rush. Friends and Family are invited to Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St. Dundas, on Saturday, January 7th from 10a.m.-12p.m. for a Celebration of Sean’s Life. The family requests that masks be worn during the Celebration of Life. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society – Ovarian Cancer.

Slocum, Gregory Edward


October 1st, 1957- December 24, 2022

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Gregory Edward Slocum in his 65th year. Born in 1957 to Helen Bateman & Vernon Slocum. Loving brother to (predeceased)Nancy(Slocum)Desrosiers, Loving father to Gregory Suco James Slocum, and stepdaughter Holly Hermina Haydon. Gregory will be dearly missed by his grandchildren and great grandchildren, nephew J.P. Desrosiers (Shelliee Ballum), partner Heather Coe- Goulet, and his many dear family and friends. There will be a casual celebration of life on Saturday, January the 7th, 1- 4 pm at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St. Dundas, Ontario. Cremation to follow. Greg was an avid motorcyclist and a motorcycle memorial ride followed by internment of his ashes to be announced at a later date. Donations made to the Slocum Family GoFundMe would be greatly appreciated.

Flemming, Reinhold Siegfried


1929 – 2022

Reinhold died peacefully in his 94th year and his soul has gone to be reunited with his beloved Erika.

A caring father to his daughters Karin Luke (Brian Festing) and Karola Carey.

A beloved Opa to his grandchildren Steven Luke (Delaine), Aaron Carey (Aline) and Kristen Moulden (Shawn)

A wonderful “Little” Opa to his great grandchildren Gavin Luke and Charlee Moulden.

He will be greatly missed by all his family in Germany and friends and staff at Amica Dundas.

Reinhold grew up as a city boy but he chose as his life’s career to be in farming. He came to Canada 65 years ago with his wife and two small children. He worked hard in farming for 36 years in Binbrook and Copetown before retiring to St. George. He finally had time to travel the world. He was also a skilled carpenter designing and building furniture.
He loved playing all kinds of card games, shooting a game of pool and going to the casino.

Per his wishes no visitation or memorial service will take place. Burial will be attended by family only.

In lieu of flowers a donation to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.

Fleet, Violet “Jean”

November 24, 1928 – December 14, 2022

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Violet “Jean” Fleet in her 95th year.  Loving wife to her devoted husband Ralph † of 61 years. Born in 1928 to Violet Louise † and Richard † Frost. Cherished and devoted mother to Jeannie Tonkin (Joe †). Loving sister to Laverne Frost † (Sylvia), Lorne Frost † (Agnes) and Melvin Frost † (Muriel).  Sister-in-law to Blake †and Laura † Fleet, Blanche † and Bruce † Robinson, Howard † and Jennie Fleet, Phyllis † and Pete † Carey, Lorne and Wanda Fleet, Orval † and Dorothy † Fleet, Ivan † and Kathy (Olive †) Fleet, Marion and John Brokloff, Margaret and Murdoch † MacAskill.  Jean will also be missed by many nieces and nephews.  Special thanks to Hamilton General Hospital for their great support, kindness and compassion.  In keeping with Jean’s wishes, there will be no Service.  Cremation has taken place. 

 

Paul, William “Bill”

January 27, 1941- December 12, 2022

It is with profound sadness we announce Bill’s passing at the Hamilton General Hospital on Monday December 12, 2022. Bill died peacefully surrounded by family after a brief illness. Bill’s commitment to his family was unwavering. His love, support, and guidance will forever be remembered, and we were truly blessed to have had him in our lives.

He will be deeply missed by the love of his life, and wife of 59 years Barbara and his sons Bill (Sue) and Bryan (Kirsten). Bill “Papa” will also be lovingly remembered by his grandchildren India (Adele), Dylan (Janet), Mason (predeceased), Samantha and Thomas and his great grandchildren Liam and Lane.

Bill’s 30-year career with UBA Chemicals Ltd, a subsidiary of Diversey, saw his reputation develop and grow as a family-first, ethically-centred, fair-but-tough negotiating business professional with decade upon decade of success.

Cremation has taken place. Please join us for a Celebration of his Life at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St. Dundas Ontario on Saturday January 14th, 2023 from 2-4pm with speakers at approximately 3pm. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hamilton Health Sciences.

Please sign Bill’s online Book of Condolence at www.turnerfamilyfuneralhome.ca

Hector, David Murray

Peacefully, on Saturday, December 17, 2022, David Murray Hector, a fighter to the end, passed away at the age of 88. He leaves his loving wife Jolanta, son Geoffrey Hector (Siobhan) and daughter Julia Douglas (JD) and stepdaughter Joanna as well as his grandchildren Abbaigeal (Austen), Molly, Hannah, Carter, Ashley, and Olivia. David attended St. Andrew’s College and was a graduate of the University of Toronto in the Engineering Business program. Following graduation, initially David began his career with Avro Engines Canada and then transitioned into a career in accounting. He joined Clarkson Gordon and obtained his Chartered Accountant designation. His career started in the firm’s Toronto Office with a short stint in Vancouver after which he was invited into the partnership in the Hamilton office. He spent the rest of his career in Hamilton where he made his home and was an active member of the community including many years as an active Rotarian. He was a passionate skier, windsurfer and tennis player and did each for as long as he was able. Deep gratitude to Dr. Ghert and Dr. Shargall and the whole health care community for their efforts in taking care of David. A visitation will be held on Thursday, December 22 from 12-1:30p.m. at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St. Dundas. A Private Family service to be held following. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, or a charity of your choice, would be gratefully received.