Visitation

January 4, 2026 • 11:00 am @ THOMPSON WATERS FUNERAL HOME, 102 First Ave. Port Dover 519-583-1530

Celebration of life

January 4, 2026 • 12:00 pm @ THOMPSON WATERS FUNERAL HOME, 102 First Ave. Port Dover 519-583-1530

In lieu of flowers

For those wishing, donations to the Norfolk Haldimand Community Hospice would be greatly appreciated

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Policing Career Highlights

• Dave served the O.P.P. for 30 years in Bradford and Brantford detachments. After his retirement Dave joined his brother Andy and wife Mary at Hoover's Marina and Wharfside Restaurant. This establishment was well known in the Nanticoke area. It was established in 1905 by his grandfather as a fishery until 1965 when his father Alton and mother Marjorie opened the Wharfside Restaurant. His father passed away that year and his mother Marjorie continued Hoover's Marina and Wharfside Restaurant. It was a family run business until 2017 when it was sold.

Family & loved ones

• Survived by his loving wife Mary (nee Panko), daughter Traci Kelly (Neil), grandchildren Ethan and Ava. He will be sadly missed by brother-in-law Peter Panko (Mary), sister-in-law Anne Gregorinski (late Peter), and many nieces, nephews and close friends. Predeceased by his parents Alton Hoover and Marjorie Peace and brother Andrew.

Celebration of life

January 10, 2026 • 11:00 am @ Falconer Funeral Homes, 201 Suncoast Dr., E., Goderich, ON

In lieu of flowers

Donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario

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Policing Career Highlights

• Ken was a proud 32 year veteran of the OPP. Ken served 18 years with the Sebringville Detachment starting in 1955, followed by 14 years at Goderich Detachment. In his retirement, he was a passionate farmer and loved all animals.

Family & loved ones

• Dearly loved husband for 47 years of Marlene (nee Middaugh). Dearly cherished father of David (Shirley), Tami (Geoff), Cheryl, Bill, Mardell (Mike), Laurie (Al), Leanne (Darryl), Ann-Marie (Sean) and Rod (Cari-Lin). Lovingly remembered by his 21 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren whom he adored. Also missed by his nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, John and Gladys Armstrong, his sister Doreen and her husband Glen Carter, and his sons-in-law Rick Taylor and Robin Jackson.

In lieu of flowers

In his memory, donations to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute or the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation would be appreciated.

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Family & loved ones

• Beloved husband for over 64 years of Monique. Dearly loved Dad of Dan Rousseau (Natalie), Mark Rousseau and Linda Mantha (Dan) Much loved grandpa of Marie-Josee Rousseau, Sydney and Summer Mantha. Dear brother of Jocelyne Jackson (late Patrick). Predeceased by his parents Louis and Albina Rousseau as well as a Sister Simone Charron (late Gaston) and his brother Rolland Rousseau (late Claire).

Visitation

December 13, 2025 • 10:00 am @ Malcolm, Deavitt and Binhammer Funeral Home 141 Renfrew St, Pembroke, ON K8A 5R8

Celebration of life

December 13, 2025 • 11:00 am @ Malcolm, Deavitt and Binhammer Funeral Home 141 Renfrew St, Pembroke, ON K8A 5R8

In lieu of flowers

As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society are appreciated.

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Family & loved ones

• Denise Marie Elizabeth Kossatz (nee Boucher) of Pembroke, beloved wife of Greg Kossatz. Loving and caring mother of Margaret (Shawn Thero), Ottawa; Anne (Dom Martin), Ottawa; and Katherine (Shawn DeGeer), Petawawa. Cherished grandma of Morgan, Cameron & Madison Thero; puppy Murphy; Scarlett, Winston & Stella DeGeer. Survived and deeply missed by mother Mary Boucher (nee Provost) and predeceased by her father Lionel “Leo” Boucher. Dear sister of Danny Boucher, Toronto; Annette Thrasher (Kirk), Ottawa; Andre Boucher, Saskatoon & Suzanne Boucher-Chen (Clayton), Alberta. Sister-in-law of Gail McIntosh (Noel), Kincardine and late Joyce Craig (late Collin), Sudbury. Predeceased by Greg’s parents Morgan & Mabel Kossatz (nee Sennett). Will be missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Visitation

December 5, 2025 • 4:00 pm @ Jackson & Barnard Funeral Home 233 Larch Street Sudbury, ON

Celebration of life

December 6, 2025 • 10:30 am @ St. Patrick’s Church 39 Walford Rd. Sudbury, ON

In lieu of flowers

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Parkinson Support Group of Sudbury at: 2531 Ida Street, Sudbury, Ontario, P3E 4W9

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Policing Career Highlights

• John had a distinguished 30-year career with the Ontario Provincial Police, rising through the ranks to become Superintendent of Sudbury District 13. Upon retirement, he dedicated his time to serving his community. He was an active member of the Knights of Columbus.

Family & loved ones

• Beloved son of the late Frank and Lina Laforge (née Lemieux). John leaves behind his devoted wife of 54 years, Margaret (Marg) Laforge (née Shanks), his son François, and his daughter Chantal (Jason). He will be deeply missed by his granddaughters Amelia, Ava, Allison, Marysole, and Lauren. He was a cherished brother to Astrid (the late Gerry), Gaëtan (Éliane), Michèle (Fern), Pierre (Stella), Gaston (Lucille), and Nicole, and a loving brother-in-law to the Shanks family. He was predeceased by his siblings Réjeanne (Jean-Louis), Colette (Peter), and Monique (Richard).

In lieu of flowers

If so desired, memorial donations to the charity of one’s choice would be appreciated by the family.

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Family & loved ones

• She was predeceased by her beloved husband OPP Corporal #1273 Ross CHARLTON in 2012. Survived by her loving children Jane Dekeyser, Kelvin Charlton (Holly) and Michael Charlton (Rhonda). Carol cherished her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Celebration of life

May 3, 2025 • 3:00 pm @ Barnfield Point Recreation Centre, 500 Atherley Rd in Orillia

In lieu of flowers

As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Alzheimer Society of Canada through the Simcoe Funeral Home

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Policing Career Highlights

• Charles was a past member of the Canadian Armed Forces (RCR). He worked for many years in the grocery industry before joining the Ontario government. While there he worked in Security before joining the OPP Transport Branch as a Dispatcher and Bus Driver.

Family & loved ones

• Predeceased by his parents, Charles and Josephine Edwards. Beloved husband of Joan (nee Hardy) for 63 years. Loving father of Donna Rundle (Rick) and Jim Edwards (Angie). Proud grandfather of Derek (Sarah), Amy (Jason), Addi (Ryan) and great grandfather of Everett and Reid. Dear Brother of Ruth, Betty (Robert) and brother-in-law of Ed. He is predeceased by his siblings Marguerite, John, Georgena, Daniel, Clarence, Lucy, Mildred, Malcolm, Josephine, Louise, Shirley and Edna.

Visitation

January 2, 2026 • 11:30 am @ KITCHING, STEEPE & LUDWIG FUNERAL HOME, 146 Mill St. N., Waterdown

Celebration of life

January 2, 2026 • 12:30 pm @ KITCHING, STEEPE & LUDWIG FUNERAL HOME, 146 Mill St. N., Waterdown

In lieu of flowers

Donations to the Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation in memory of Carmelina would be appreciated

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Celebration of life

St-Grégoire Cemetery in Vankleek Hill, Ontario.

In lieu of flowers

To honor her memory, donations to the following organizations would be greatly appreciated: Canadian Cancer Society and Hawkesbury General Hospital Foundation

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