Lois Meredith
Mar 27, 2025
Mary Lois Meredith was born in an old farm house on a dirt country road during harvest on October 12, 1940. As the oldest she was farmhand to her father, the late Donald C. Meredith. She was soon joined on the county line by sisters the late Betty (Jim Morlog), Donna (the late Victor Green) and baby brother Bill (Lela Elliott). Lois followed in the footsteps of her mother, the late Eva Fader. After receiving her teacher’s training at London Teachers’ College, Lois taught elementary school in Brantford, ON and London, ON for over a decade. Lois answered the call to teach Missionary kids in Burundi. After a brief return to Canada she was done with winter and spent the remainder of her working life balancing books for the Free Methodist Church in Burundi, Rwanda, Kenya, Ethiopia and Haiti. During her many travels she often brought home souvenirs for her many nieces and nephews: Cyndi (Paul), Craig, Kay (Steve), the late Chris, Laura (Phil), the late Derek, Kelly, Taylor, Brayden, Meredith, Morgan, JayC and Arthur. One time she even brought her widowed father a wife, her coworker the late Doris Moore. Lois spent her retirement staying involved on boards and committees, hosting and visiting friends from around the world, keeping up to date on current events and sharing her views and knowledge with others. Lois is also survived by her uncle Dr. Ray Meredith. On March 27, 2025 Lois joined a family reunion hosted by her Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Already in attendance are her Uncle Eldon who was murdered in his last year of medical school when Lois was very young; all her grandparents; the sister she lost to cancer at 43; both her parents; her musically gifted nephews, and the rest of her aunts and uncles. Lois’s friends and family are invited to meet at the Zion Free Methodist Church, Sombra Ontario (corner of Mandaumin and Bentpath) on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 10:00am for a time of memories and to continue her legacy by sharing the good news. Fellowship time to follow at Charlemont Free Methodist Church, Wallaceburg, Ontario (corner of Brigden and Kent) at 12 noon. Donations can be made to the ShareWord Global (formerly Gideons International in Canada).
Hazel Humphries
Mar 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mrs Hazel Evelyn Humphries (nee Wood) born the seventh child of Edgar John Wood and Daisy Winnifred Dora Bettle on November 5, 1925 and graduating peacefully from this life into the arms of her Saviour Thursday on March 27, 2025 at The Oaks Retirement Village Wallaceburg, Ontario. Predeceased by her husband of 45 years, Reverend Ralph Humphries, her eldest daughter Lois and husband Jay Bogar, her daughter in-law Lana, her parents Daisy and Edgar Wood, her 3 brothers and 4 sisters and their spouses. Survived by her children, Doug (Kathy), Ron (Theresa), Ruth Crawford, Stan (Marion), Steve (Margaret), Shirley (John Richardson), Margaret (David Maxwell), Mary (David Johnston), and Peter (Lynn). She will be dearly missed by her 27 grandchildren, more than 60 great grandchildren and her 6 great great grandchildren who she faithfully prayed for every day by name. Born in Mimico. At the age of 2 she moved to Bowmanville for her elementary school years where she remembers spending many happy hours roaming the neighbourhood on roller skates. Her family moved to Toronto for her high school years. She enjoyed the school orchestra where she played the violin and also studied piano. Before her marriage in 1947 she graduated with her B.A. from McMaster University. She worked as a librarian and attended youth group in her church. After her marriage she was a strong, supportive pastor’s wife as she served alongside her husband in Convention Baptist Churches in Monck, Mount Forest, Beamsville, Kitchener, Hamilton, Walkerton, Bothwell, and in retirement, Thornbury. Together they raised their 10 children (including three sets of twins). She also found the time to work with special needs children in the public school system. Following the death of her husband, in 1992, she attended Glen Acres Baptist Church where she got very involved in a craft group, and helped organize a senior's program. She then moved to Walkerton to live with her daughter and son-in-law, Shirley and John Richardson. Her final years were spent in The Oaks Retirement Village in Wallaceburg, where she found new friends among the residents and staff. Those who knew her were always amazed at the special fine needle point work she accomplished and many puzzles she completed. She loved her Lord and shared her faith with everyone. Lamentations 3:23 was one of her favourite verses: (Your mercies) are new every morning; Great is your faithfulness. The family wants to thank the staff at The Oaks for their care and compassion shown to mom these last 6 years. Funeral Service to be held at Memory Gardens in Breslau on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Visitation at 11:00am followed by the service at 12:30pm and reception at 1:30pm. Donations may be made to Canadian Bible Society or a charity of your choice.
Charlene Peters
Mar 26, 2025
Charlene Leah Peters (nee Villeneuve) a beloved wife, mother, Nana, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2025, at Bluewater Health in Sarnia. Born in Timmins, Ontario in 1945, Charlene was the daughter of the late Kaye and Len Villeneuve. She was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by her husband of 59 years, Norm Peters, and her daughters Lee-Ann Mac Neil (James) and Bonnie Peters (Paul Burke). Her grandchildren Kyra, Seth, Georgia, Malacai (Malory), and Jakob (Vanessa Burns) Mac Neil, and Jaime, Caleb, and Jessica Raymond, and great grandson Malcolm (soon to be joined by her second great grandchild) will all miss their Nana’s love and never-ending support. Charlene will also be missed by her siblings Lee Mortimer (Lyle) and Vic Villeneuve (Viki), her sister-in-law Melba Alexander (the late Bill), her lifelong best friend of 68 years, Bonnie Siler (the late Jimmy), son-in-law Peter Raymond, and by many nieces and nephews, Predeceased by her parents, her father and mother-in-law, Bert and Ruby Peters, brothers-in-law Clayton Peters (the late Phyllis), and Maurice Peters (the late Gwen). Charlene had many friends who loved her dearly. She always had a smile, a laugh, and a kind word for anyone she came across. She truly was a kind hearted friend to all. It was likely her beautiful blue eyes, big smile and friendly disposition that won the heart of her true love, Norm. They shared their life together raising their girls, enjoying many family meals together, often with a host of friends at the table, camping, and many summers at their cottage on Beauty Lake. Sitting in one of her many rocking chairs Charlene enjoyed visiting and chatting with her Beauty Lake neighbours and listening to the loons in the peaceful tranquility of Beauty Lake while knitting one of her famous dishcloths. She also enjoyed sitting in the boat reading while Norm sat peacefully with her trying to catch their dinner. Charlene followed in her mother’s footsteps and chose a career in nursing, working as an RPN for 40 years at St Joseph’s Hospital in Sarnia. She loved her job, her patients, and especially the girls she worked with, whose friendship she cherished into her final days. Charlene enjoyed country music, watching the Maple Leafs and the Blue Jays, reading in her rocking chair, knitting, spending time with friends, and most of all, time with her family where a meal was often on the table with everyone around it. Her greatest joy was her family and her incredible kindness often caused friends to feel like family as well. Charlene was always excited to chat and listen to stories, making everyone feel important and heard. Charlene comes from a long line of strong matriarchs and has left this legacy with her girls, along with the greatest example of loving kindness. We love you to the moon and back. Charlene’s family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the doctors, nurses, PSW’s and staff on the Continuing and Palliative Care Floor of Bluewater Health. Their impeccable care, respect, and compassion is second to none. Mom was honoured to be cared for so well on the very floor she nursed on. Those wishing to make a memorial donation in Charlene’s name are asked to please consider Bluewater Health Foundation (Sarnia Cancer Clinic) and St Joseph’s Hospice in Sarnia. Visitation will take place Monday, March 31, 2025 from 10:00am-12:00pm at Grace United Church (990 Cathcart Blvd, Sarnia, Ontario). Funeral at 12:00pm with burial to follow at Dresden Cemetery (296 Trerice St E, Dresden, Ontario).
Jeffery Alderdice
Mar 26, 2025
It is with great sadness we announce that Jeffery Wallace Alderdice passed away at his home on Wednesday March 26, 2025. Loving husband of Jody Rivet, father of Bryon (Tina), Chris (Karen), and step father of Jen (Rory) and Tom. Grandfather of Taylor, Jacob, Jordan, Tatum, Justin, Sammy, Kelsey and Kayla, and great grandfather of Lawson. Predeceased by parents Keith and Lillian Alderdice. Brother of Elizabeth, Lois (Rolly), Jim, Fred, Ann (Peter), predeceased by sisters Katherine and Wendy. Uncle of Jenny (Aaron) and great uncle of Blaze and Zak. Fur grandfather of Wally, Hunter and Beau. Jeff owned Dixie Lee in Wallaceburg where he had great staff and met many wonderful people. He went on to drive truck for Doug Coleman where he became friends with many of the postal workers. He had a passion for Jody, jig saw puzzles, fire works, dogs and always had a pocket full of treats. His arrangements have been entrusted with Life Transitions. Following his wishes, cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, donations are welcome to Pet and Wildlife Rescue.
Agnes Deketelaere
Mar 24, 2025
We are sad to announce the peaceful passing of Agnes Albertina Deketelaere (nee Martens) on March 24, 2025 at 91 years of age. Agnes was the proud mother of Daniel "Dan" Deketelaere and his wife Michele, and Cinthia "Cindy" Teetzel and her husband Kevin. She was the loving grandmother of Brandyn, Seraphine "Sera" (Shawn) and Carl Deketelaere and Dacre and Fairan Teetzel. Great grandmother of Bailey and Alana. Agnes is predeceased by her siblings Alphonse Martens, Eugenia Staal, Alice Boussen (Frank), Anthony Martens, Joseph Martens, Mary VanDeWynckel , William Martens, and Robert Martens (Julie). A Graveside Celebration of Life Service will take place on Friday, August 22, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. at Evergreen Cemetery, 470 Talbot St E, Blenheim, ON N0P 1A0, Canada.