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Mackay, Giuseppina (Pina)

Pina Mackay passed away, in the comfort of her own home, the morning of December 17, 2019, -after a courageous 4 year battle with brain cancer. Pina spent her last few days surrounded by loving family, friends, and her loyal pets. She is survived by her loving husband Rob of 40 years, her son Sean […]

Juenemann, Edith

Juenemann Edith – Peacefully on December 12, 2019 in her 80th year. Beloved mother of Ariane, Maureen Gilbert (Brian) and John. Revered Oma of Jade (Jesse) Robert and Becca. Great-Oma to Khaleesi. A Memorial gathering will be held at the Sonnenhof German Club 194 Henry Street, Brantford ON on Saturday February 01, 2020 from 1-4pm, […]

Siertsema,Tom

Thank you for your thoughts and prayers after my dad’s passing. I know he would have been moved by your kind words and your support. He was born in Holland and immigrated to Canada. Tom left behind an amazing life partner, Mieneke, son Dan and daugther in law Vanessa, grandkids Emmett & Hazel. He’s gone […]

Simas, Maria Rosa

Peacefully on December 9, 2019, surrounded by her family.  Loving wife of the late Humberto.  Cherished mother of Lucy Higgins and her husband Paul Spencer and the late Emmanuel Simas. Beloved grandmother of Crystal Correia and her husband Val, Eric Higgins and Brian Higgins.  Dear great grandmother of Mathis and Leila. Maria will be sadly […]

Speak with Care: What to Say in Times of Grief

One of the brutal facts of life is that death is inevitable. It is bound to happen to a co-worker, a relative, a friend, a neighbor, and even to you. In general, our society avoids talking about uncomfortable topics, which includes death and grieving. There’s just something taboo about death because the thought of someone […]

Secord, Mary Jean (Patterson)

Dec. 1, 1936 – Nov. 29, 2019 SECORD ( Patterson ) Mary Jean – Nick named ‘Mazy’ by her parents she peacefully passed with all of her children at her side at the Brantford General Hospital on November 29, 2019. Mary was in her 82nd year. She will be greatly missed by her loving family […]

Linington,Robert Douglas

Sep. 20,1955-Dec. 2,2019 After a courageous battle, it is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Rob, surrounded by his family, on Monday December 2nd, in his 65th year. Beloved husband for 40 years to Debbie. Loving father to Becky (Mark) and Amanda (Torin) and grandfather to Henry and Gavin, brother to […]

MacLeod, Anne

Anne MacLeod (Maddigan) June 7, 1938 – November 29, 2019 It is with great sadness that the family of Anne MacLeod (nee Maddigan) announces her passing at the age of 81 years. Anne will be forever remembered by her son Colin, his wife Debbie, and her grandson Charlie; her sisters Mary Jarbeau, Peterborough, ON, Regina […]

Racz,James (Imre)

RACZ, James (Imre) 1936-2019 We sadly announce the passing of our father on Thursday, November 28 at BGH. Remembered by his children Susan (Ron) Phillips, and James (Nicole) Racz and their mother Margaret Racz. Also grandchildren Andrew (Dawn) Phillips, Ashley Braun, Issac and Ethan Racz. Great-granddaughters Cameryn and Cayleigh Phillips. Survived by his brother Istvan […]