It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of James (Jim) Victor Hillier, a wonderful husband, dad and grandpa! Jim passed on September 3, 2025, peacefully, at St. Joseph’s Hospital.
Jim was born in Cape Breton, N.S., on July 7, 1941 to Gordon and Abigail Hillier. He grew up in Cape Breton and moved to Hamilton, ON., at the age of 21. Jim met his wife, Diane, a few years later and they were married shortly thereafter.
Jim had a 36-year long career at Stelco Inc. in the Transportation Dept. After his retirement, he enjoyed volunteering at the McMaster Children’s Hospital as well as Meals on Wheels for 20+ years! Jim was an active member of Knox Presbyterian Church and also participated with the Dundas Lions Club.
Jim was a big sports fan, with the Toronto Blue Jays being his favourite and of course, the Toronto Maple Leafs! He enjoyed camping and always spending time with his family.
Jim will be dearly missed by his beloved wife, Diane, of 60 years; his children, Tim (Shelley), Karen, Wendy (Kevin); his grandchildren, Bronwyn, Ethan, Hayden, and Alyssa. He will also be missed by his remaining brother, David. Jim will be dearly remembered by many more family and friends in Nova Scotia and Ontario!
A special thank you to the PSW’s for their patience, persistence and caring nature and also to the compassionate staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society or to St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Ancaster, ON.
A visitation will be held at Turner Family Funeral Home (905-628-6412), 53 Main Street, Dundas, Ontario, on Thursday September 11, 2025, from 6p.m.- 8p.m. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday September 12, 2025 at 1:30p.m. A reception will follow after the service.
Suddenly at Sarnia Hospital on Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025 in his 101st year. Son of the late Flore and Hector Coutu. Predeceased by his loving wife Dolly. Survived by the 3 women he so lovingly called “Daughter” Joy Klodt (Bob), Pennie Vibert (Art) and Carol Primeau. Beloved Papa of Angel, Christopher (Deena), Robbie, Brady Vibert (Kelvin), Francine (Danieli) and Liane (Jean). Great Papa of Kaden (Partner in Crime), Jonathan, Taylor, Cameron, Violet, Emma, Sophie, Xavier, Lida, Sara, and predeceased by Kinley. Predeceased by siblings Flore, Clothide, Amié, Georges, Cecile, Lucien, Rita, Therese and Guy.
He always said there is nothing that he hasn’t done in this life. Farming, soldier, mining, taxi driver, roofer. His many “Apprentices” carry memories of Papa Smurf and his coffee on many roofs.
His motto in life was “live and HELP live”, which he did all of his life.
Visitation will take place at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas, on Tuesday, September 9th, 2025 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. A funeral mass will take place at St. Augustine’s Church, 58 Sydenham Street, at 1:00 p.m., with an interment to follow at White Chapel Memorial Gardens.
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden yet peaceful passing of Dr. Ross Judd (husband, father, popa, friend, colleague, mentor, and teacher) on Thursday, August 28th, 2025. He was in his 89th year.
Ross leaves behind his beloved wife Joyce (Swerdfeger) of 63 years. Cherished father of Mary Ellen (Charles) and the late David (Sandra). Ross loved his four grandchildren very much – Erik (Jaidynn), Ashley (Stephin), Andrew, and Thomas, as well as his cousins, nieces and nephews and the entire family of Mrs. Enid Mallory. Survived by his sister Carol (Hosking) and her children Fred (Patti), Robert (John) and Sonja (Wayne).
Ross will be deeply missed by his McMaster colleagues and friends, his church family, and his wonderful neighbours.
Ross was born in London, Ontario on June 3rd, 1936 to the late Frank and Grace (Cress). He is now reunited with them in heaven, as well as his son David (2018) and uncle Leonard (Cress).
Ross loved all holidays and traditions, especially when there were big family dinners involved. He was fond of working on the Christmas puzzle at the card table, or seated on the couch in the corner watching the flurry of activity. Wood working was a side hobby, and he also enjoyed a good game of bridge. Ross enjoyed going to plays with Joyce at The Shaw Festival in Stratford, and downtown Toronto, especially if he could sit, watch and feed the geese and swans. Watching CFL football was always enjoyed, especially if The Toronto Argos beat The Hamilton Tiger Cats. His radio station in his office was always set to either 1010 CFRB, or 96.3 FM, Toronto’s classical station.
Ross had a great faith with God through the United Church of Canada. In the early 60’s, Ross became a loyal member of Binkley United Church in Hamilton, where he enjoyed teaching bible studies, and became the Chairman of the Board. Binkley was his extended family. Coffee time after church was a wonderful place to sit and have a chat with his friends. When Binkley closed, Ross and Joyce joined St. Mark’s United Church in Dundas. Bible studies continued and were now done at the house. Ross was honoured to be a trustee at both Binkley and St. Marks. Ross loved to sing hymns, especially “Trust and Obey”, and Christmas carols.
Ross had a love for all dogs, especially the ones in the neighbourhood that would drag their owners up the driveway for a pat on the head, followed by a dog treat, and then allow a visit with their owner.
Growing up, Ross’s studies excelled in both math and sciences, which he took very seriously. He joined the 31st London Scouts, completing his scouting cords in 1951. He had a love for chickens, and even had a few in his backyard.
Dr. Ross Judd was a proud McMaster Engineering alumnus (M.Eng. Mechanical Engineering, ’63), and a dedicated faculty member from 1963 until 2023. He was a legend and an iconic figure in Mechanical Engineering. In 1958, he graduated from the University of Western Ontario and won the Gold Medal. In 1968, he obtained his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan and was hired as an assistant professor. He became a full professor in 1980, and retired in 2001, while maintaining active work with the department, teaching heat transfer and coordinating graduate student seminars. In 2002, Ross was inducted into the Order of Honour of the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO) for his long outstanding service. He completed two decades on the Academic Requirements Committee, where he chaired the committee for four years, and served in a number of other roles, including the National Framework for Licensure Task Force.
In 2014, Ross was awarded Officer of the Order of Honour. In 2023, a sugar maple tree was planted on the campus to commemorate his 55 years of service to Mac. Eng. During the event, Dr. Judd shared this: “If you do what you love, you ‘ll never have to work a day in your life. That’s how I feel. I love teaching heat transfer.” His legacy will continue to inspire future generations at Mac. Eng.
For generations of Mechanical Engineering students, Dr. Judd was synonymous with Heat Transfer. His passion for fundamental research in nucleate boiling and heat generation was unmistakable, and his commitment to excellence left a lasting impression on all those who learned from him. He started in the department in 1963 as an instructor, and taught heat transfer from 1968 to 2023. Almost every undergraduate who passed through Mechanical Engineering up to the graduating class of 2024 took Heat Transfer from Dr. Judd. He is well known for his booming voice. He provided extraordinary service to the Department of Mechanical Engineering.
Forever in our hearts and always in our prayers.
Friends and family are invited to a visitation on Friday, September 5th, 2025, at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas, from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The funeral will take place on Saturday, September 6th, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. at St. Mark’s United Church, 1 Lynndale Drive, Dundas, with a reception to follow.
The Judd family would like to extend sincere thanks to the many doctors, nurses and caregivers over the past year from St. Joseph’s Hospital, the General Hospital, St. Peter’s Hospital, and most recently, the Able Living team in Binbrook. A special thank you to the Turner Family Funeral Home for their guidance and support.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to either St. Mark’s United Church in Dundas, a charity of your choice, or the Ross Judd Memorial Fund at McMaster University in honour of his enduring legacy and commitment to Mechanical Engineering.
Bruce Simpson died as the sun was setting on a beautiful August day in the loving embrace of his family. Bruce was gentle, patient, funny, empathetic, and kind to everyone he met. He was a loving husband and best friend to Christine and a devoted dad to Hannah and Lili.
He will be missed by his father James, his brother David (Dee), his sister Anne (Paul), his brother-in-law Andrew (Iwona), his nieces and nephew Abbie and Georgia, Madeline and Luca, and Maya and Ben, his dear friend Tim and many more much-loved friends. He was predeceased by his mother Jacqueline.
Bruce was a dedicated teacher of English to adult newcomers for many years and a kindergarten teacher at Bellmoore School for many more. He was a rock star, a songwriter, an artist, an advocate and an author who cared deeply about the world and his community.
To honour Bruce’s memory, we invite you to walk, run or wheel in your community’s Terry Fox Run, an event that was dear to Bruce. If you are local, his family welcomes you to join them at the Dundas Driving Park as members of “Team B” at 9:00 am on September 14, 2025. You can find details of your community’s event at run.terryfox.ca. We hope that wherever you participate, you hold Bruce in your heart.
It is with great sadness and deep sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of Emil Trunko on August 22nd, 2025. A wonderful and cherished husband to Maggie Trunko (nee Acierto). A loving and exceptional brother, brother-in-law, and a caring and generous uncle. Emil was a warm, helpful, and a trusted friend to many. He touched countless hearts and will always be remembered for his kindness, empathy, and generosity. His memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. With love and remembrance, may Emil’s spirit continue to inspire us.
Friends and family are invited to Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas on Friday August 29th, 2025 from 4p.m.- 8p.m. for a period of visitation. Saturday August 30th, 2025 from 9a.m. – 11a.m. there will be another period of visitation followed by a Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m.- 12p.m. with final goodbyes from 12p.m.- 1p.m
It is with immense sadness that family shares the passing of David Burton, 61, on August 14th, 2025. Dave leaves behind his loving wife Lisa, his two sons, John and Michael, his adoring parents, June and Ernie, brother Gary (whom he jokingly called Wally) and sister in law Victoria, and his sister Denise Treiber. Dave will also be remembered and missed by his mother in law Pat Scargall, his brother in law, Scott Scargall, and by his Uncle Jim and Auntie Linda McNair. Dave will be missed by many friends, especially Dave and Kenny.
Dave could be described as the ultimate family man. He loved spending his spare time making memories with those that he loved most. Dave was so devoted to his family that his mom would know to expect a call every Sunday at 8:00 p.m., and he called his brother “Wally” every day while he was on his way home from work. Dave always remained loyal and close to his loved ones.
Dave was a loyal employee at Kennedy Ford, and he was fortunate to enjoy his work. Known for his quick wit, he had the unique ability of approaching most situations with a great sense of humour. Fishing was also a passion of his, one that he passed down to his boys. Dave taught John and Michael how to fish at a young age, and they had a long standing tradition of going on a fishing trip every May long weekend. Dave was also an avid golfer.
A celebration of Dave’s life will take place on Saturday, September 20th 2025, from 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at 54 Valleyview Court, Kleinburg, ON., L0J 1C0. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Canadian Cancer Society, or a charity of your choice.
Passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Margaret’s Place Hospice on Monday, August 18th, 2025. Predeceased by her husband Andrew, daughter Lorraine DeVos, daughter Georgina Fraser, Yvonne Renneboog, Burt Slosse, Fred Slosse, Margaret vanLeuvenhage, and Madeleine Renneboog. Loving mother to Yvonne and Judy Goethals, and adoring grandmother to Justin Wozniak, Tina Darley (Darren), Lisa Thompson (Brent), Sherry Gayle, Byron DeVos, Claire DeVos, and Joanne. Mary was also a proud great grandmother to Austin, Kayleigh, Ayden, Evan, and Sherisse.
Mary was born in Leamington, Ontario. Her kindness and laughter will be deeply missed by the many friends she made throughout the Catholic Women’s League, and The Merrimakers.
Friends and family are invited to Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas on August 26th, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. for a period of visitation. A Funeral Service will take place at 11:00 a.m., followed by an interment at Bayview Mausoleum.
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at St. Joseph’s Hospital on Saturday, August 16, 2025 in her 91st year. Beloved wife of Rev. Merrill Graham just shy of 66 years. Loving mother to Rev. Timothy (Shelley), Maribeth (Austin) and Andrew. Caring grandmother to Nicholas (Corinne), Samantha, Nathan (Aadila), Darcy (Caitlyn), Clara (Jordan), Alex (Laurie), Russell (Kelly) and great-grandmother to Emma and Reese. She will be sadly missed by her nephews Scott (Denise) and Doug (Karen). Charlotte was a long-time member of the United Church of Canada. She graduated the University of Toronto in Modern Languages. Charlotte was a volunteer at Information Dundas for over 20 years. Friends and Family are invited to St. Paul’s United Church, 29 Park St. W., Dundas on Saturday, August 23rd from 10 – 11a.m. for a visitation. A Funeral Service will take place immediately following at 11:00a.m. in the Church Sanctuary. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Paul’s United Church would be greatly appreciated by the family.
Gloria A. Pyle, 86, lifelong resident of Hamilton, departed this life peacefully from her home on August 7th, comforted by her beloved husband of 59 years, Doug. Lovingly remembered by her daughter Terri-Ann (Dave), son Allen (Tawnee), sisters June, Susan, Pearl, Bonnie and Anne. Predeceased by her parents, Tony and Anne Baxter, brothers Warner, Tony, George, Ed, and sisters Joan and Grace. Gloria was a very proud Grandmother to Thomas, Tamara (Mitch), Tanner, Makayla and Cyanne. She cherished her large family of cousins, nieces, and nephews.
After raising her children, Gloria went back to school and received her GED. She trained in sales and bookbinding and managed Coles Bookstore in Jackson Square. She truly enjoyed her time learning and was proud when her devotion paid off. Once decided, she rarely changed her mind.
Sister’s weekends were an exciting time over the years, with giggling mischief the prime objective, drawing attention wherever they went. She especially loved hosting Boxing Day celebrations with her large family. She prized their close sibling bonds and loved to talk about her large family and their accomplishments any chance she got.
Throughout the years, she kept and treasured reading cards from her loving friends and family. The sappier the better, reflecting her affectionate and nurturing side. A proud Hamiltonian, she was a Tiger-Cat fan her whole life. From pottery and painting to watching the NFL, she could out predict most of her peers with her knowledge of the game.
Her passion for socialization and bringing good food to those around her was apparent throughout the years at The Cow, The Air Force Club in Dundas and Captain Jack’s. She was also known to enjoy a brewski or two with her friends and family, often bringing lively singing and dancing along with her to places like The Continental and The Wee Dram. She had a special talent for bringing people together.
She was a masterful matchmaker responsible for both lifelong friendships and relationships. She was a great listener with a kind and caring heart that would happily take on the role of honourary Grandma for anyone in need. Her spirit was contagious, her sass endless and she was fiercely loyal to her family and friends. Gloria could not help being herself, truly and authentically. She will be dearly missed.
Gloria loved to be the life of the party, a Celebration of Life will take place to honour her at TURNER FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 53 Main St. Dundas (905-628-6412) on Saturday August 16, 2025 from 2-4 p.m. Internment will take place at White Chapel Memorial Cemetery on Monday August 18, 2025 at 11 a.m. in the Garden of the Good Shepherd. The family extends a heartfelt thank you to Saint Elizabeth Health, with a special thank you to Bernice. The family request those who wish to express sympathy to consider donating to their favourite charity in Gloria’s name.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Hans Posthumus, who left this world peacefully, surrounded by love. Born on December 22, 1951, in Holland, Hans immigrated to Canada as a young boy, where he would grow into a man known for his warmth, creativity, and joyful spirit.
Hans had a lifelong passion for music—playing, writing, and sharing it with others. His harmonica was his constant companion, and through it, he brought smiles and comfort to many. He also had a deep love for the outdoors, finding peace and wonder in nature’s beauty.
Above all, Hans cherished his family. He was a proud and loving father to Chris (Sarah) and Erin, and a devoted Grandpa to his grandchildren while he adored- Greyson and Beau. They brought endless joy to his life. Hans was one of nine siblings, and his bond with his brothers and sisters was a constant source of strength and laughter.
Hans lived with a unique zest for life, always the eternal optimist, even in difficult moments. His optimism, kindness, and warm presence will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Family would like to express their eternal gratitude to Dr. Goffin, Dr. Johns, and the caring staff at Margaret’s Place for the compassion they demonstrated to Hans in his final days.
In Lieu of flowers, family is asking for donations to be made to Margaret’s Place Hospice and to pay forward an act of kindness in his memory. A Celebration of Han’s Life will take place at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St, Dundas on Wednesday, August 13 from 5-7p.m.
