Ontario Provincial Police Veterans' Association

In Memoriam

A space to honour members who have recently passed, reflect on their service, and keep their stories alive within our community.

Keith Sydney (Syd) Cain

Keith Sydney (Syd) Cain

April 28, 1936 – December 1, 2025

Chapter 9 - Belleville

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It is with sadness that I advise of the passing of retired Staff Sergeant Keith Sydney (Syd) CAIN #1943 on December 1, 2025. Syd was 89 years old

Celebration of life

December 10, 2025 • 2:00 pm @ Tweed Agricultural building

Cremation has already taken place. A casual gathering in honor of Syd's life will be held Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 2-6 at the Tweed Agricultural building.

In lieu of flowers

Family would appreciate donations to the OFAH Foundation

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Policing Career Highlights

  • Syd retired as an OPP Traffic Sergeant in 1991

Timeline

  • Born

    April 28, 1936
  • Passed away

    December 1, 2025

    Age 89

  • Celebration of life

    December 10, 2025 • 2:00 pm @ Tweed Agricultural building

    Tweed Agricultural building • Cremation has already taken place. A casual gathering in honor of Syd's life will be held Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 2-6 at the Tweed Agricultural building.

  • Tribute shared

    March 2, 2026

    Submitted by Bob Cousineau

Alice Virginia Ivall

Alice Virginia Ivall

April 10, 1947 – November 18, 2025

Chapter 17 - Kenora

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Alice passed away surrounded by family on November 18, 2025 at LaVerendrye Hospital in Fort Frances.. She was 78 years old.

Celebration of life

Forest Lawn Cemetery in Rainy River,ON

A graveside private family service with immediate family

In lieu of flowers

Riverside Health Care Facilities-Chemo Care Ward, 110 Victoria Avenue, Fort Frances, ON P9A 2B7

Condolences

Dennis Ivall and Family, P.O. Box 649, Rainy River, ON P0W 1L0

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Policing Career Highlights

  • Alice began her career with the OPP at Rainy River Detachment in 1975. Alice was secretary, dispatcher and stenographer. She retired in 2006 from Fort Frances Detachment.

Family & loved ones

  • Alice leaves behind her sons Michael and Dennis and their families.

Timeline

  • Born

    April 10, 1947
  • Passed away

    November 18, 2025

    Age 78

  • Celebration of life

    Forest Lawn Cemetery in Rainy River,ON

    Forest Lawn Cemetery in Rainy River,ON • A graveside private family service with immediate family

  • Tribute shared

    March 2, 2026

    Submitted by Bob Cousineau

James Gilbert (Skid) Robinson

James Gilbert (Skid) Robinson

September 10, 1952 – November 14, 2025

Chapter 13 - Sudbury

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James Gilbert “Jim” Robinson, known to many as “Skid”, passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025, at St. Mary’s General Hospital in Waterloo. He was 73.

In lieu of flowers

Donations in Jim’s memory may be made to the Waterloo Region Health Network, to another charity of choice and/or by giving blood

Condolences

Mrs. Sandy Robinson, 1504-6 Willow St., Waterloo, ON

Family & loved ones

  • Jim is survived by his wife and best friend of 50 years, Sandy Robinson (nee Jacobs); their twin daughters Heather Gronek (Tom) and Kimberley Koolen (Mike); and his four treasured grandchildren.

Timeline

  • Born

    September 10, 1952
  • Passed away

    November 14, 2025

    Age 73

  • Celebration of life

    In keeping with his wishes, a celebration of life will be held at a later date.

  • Tribute shared

    March 1, 2026

    Submitted by Bob Cousineau

Charles Robert (Bob) Gratton

Charles Robert (Bob) Gratton

April 4, 1938 – November 11, 2025

Chapter 1 - Chatham

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Life Member Brother Bob (Flea) Gratton, passed away at the age of 87 at Metropolitan Hospital in Windsor on November 11, 2025.

Visitation

Melady Funeral Home (572 Notre Dame St. Belle River 519-728-1500)

Sunday, November 16th, 2025 - 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Celebration of life

November 17, 2025 • 12:00 pm @ St. Simon & St. Jude Parish 488 St. Charles St. Belle River, ON N8L 1K8

Cremation will follow. The inurnment of Bob’s cremated remains will take place at St. Williams Cemetery at a later date

Condolences

Mrs. Hazel Gratton, 399 Lenore St., Belle River, ON N0R 1A0

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Policing Career Highlights

  • During Bob's career he served in Burk's Falls, Temagami, Precious Metals Branch in Red Lake and Kirkland Lake, his last posting at Windsor Intelligence Unit where he retired from on March 30, 1990.

Family & loved ones

  • Bob is survived by wife Hazel and their children Michele and Paul

Timeline

  • Born

    April 4, 1938
  • Passed away

    November 11, 2025

    Age 87

  • Visitation

    Melady Funeral Home (572 Notre Dame St. Belle River 519-728-1500)

    Melady Funeral Home (572 Notre Dame St. Belle River 519-728-1500) • Sunday, November 16th, 2025 - 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

  • Celebration of life

    November 17, 2025 • 12:00 pm @ St. Simon & St. Jude Parish 488 St. Charles St. Belle River, ON N8L 1K8

    St. Simon & St. Jude Parish 488 St. Charles St. Belle River, ON N8L 1K8 • Cremation will follow. The inurnment of Bob’s cremated remains will take place at St. Williams Cemetery at a later date

  • Tribute shared

    March 1, 2026

    Submitted by Bob Cousineau

Margaret (Jane) Allison

Margaret (Jane) Allison

July 23, 1946 – October 24, 2025

Chapter 8 - Peterborough

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Margaret "Jane" Allison passed away at Peterborough Regional Health Centre on Friday, October 24, 2025, at the age of 79. She was the wife of Alexander "Craig" Allison, retired OPP and Life Member of OPPVA Chapter 8, Peterborough.

Visitation

October 30, 2025 • 12:00 pm @ Ashburnham Funeral Home, 840 Armour Road, Peterborough

Celebration of life

October 30, 2025 • 1:00 pm @ Ashburnham Funeral Home, 840 Armour Road, Peterborough

In lieu of flowers

In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Alzheimer Society of Ontario would be greatly appreciated

Condolences

Mr. Craig Allison and Family, 1043 Sharpe Line , Cavan, Ont. L0A 1C0

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Family & loved ones

  • Jane is survived by their children Susan Judges (Mark) and Peter Allison (Julie). Grandmother of Macklan and Evangeline Allison.

Timeline

  • Born

    July 23, 1946
  • Passed away

    October 24, 2025

    Age 79

  • Visitation

    October 30, 2025 • 12:00 pm @ Ashburnham Funeral Home, 840 Armour Road, Peterborough

    Ashburnham Funeral Home, 840 Armour Road, Peterborough

  • Celebration of life

    October 30, 2025 • 1:00 pm @ Ashburnham Funeral Home, 840 Armour Road, Peterborough

    Ashburnham Funeral Home, 840 Armour Road, Peterborough

  • Tribute shared

    March 1, 2026

    Submitted by Bob Cousineau

Kalvin Carl (KC) Stewart

Kalvin Carl (KC) Stewart

March 29, 1936 – October 19, 2025

Chapter 3 - Simcoe-Brantford

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It is with sadness that we report the passing of Retired Staff Sergeant Kal Stewart, Life Member of Chapter #3 Simcoe-Brantford. Kal was 89 years old

In lieu of flowers

Childcan (www.childcan.com) or Stedman Community Hospice, 99 Wayne Gretzky Parkway, BRANTFORD, ON N3S 6T6

Condolences

Mrs. Anita STEWART, 83 Berkley Crescent, SIMCOE, ON N3Y 4N1

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Policing Career Highlights

  • "KC" was a proud OPP officer, retiring as a Staff Sergeant after 35 years of service

Timeline

  • Born

    March 29, 1936
  • Passed away

    October 19, 2025

    Age 89

  • Celebration of life

    At Kalvin’s request cremation has taken place. There will be a private Family interment at Lions Head Cemetery.

  • Tribute shared

    March 1, 2026

    Submitted by Bob Cousineau

Eino Karl (Bud) Manty

Eino Karl (Bud) Manty

July 23, 1930 – October 13, 2025

Chapter 16 - Thunder Bay

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It is with sadness that we report the passing of Bud Manty. Bud was a long time member and Life member of 16 Chapter OPPVA and a member of the over 90 club (95 years old)

Celebration of life

October 23, 2025 • 11:00 am @ Westfort Chapel, 420 West Gore St., Thunder Bay

Condolences

Hester Manty, 120 Cox Crescent, Thunder Bay ON P7A 7K8

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Policing Career Highlights

  • Bud began his career with the OPP in October 1954 and served at Port Arthur DHQ, Nipigon and Beardmore Detachments, Special Investigation Division (Security Bureau) retiring from Thunder Bay Detachment as a Corporal in December 1987.

Family & loved ones

  • He is survived by Hester his wife of 71 years, his children Rod (Betty), Judith (Devin), Grandchildren Nolan (Michele) and Sarah and Great grandson Nicholas,

Timeline

  • Born

    July 23, 1930
  • Passed away

    October 13, 2025

    Age 95

  • Celebration of life

    October 23, 2025 • 11:00 am @ Westfort Chapel, 420 West Gore St., Thunder Bay

    Westfort Chapel, 420 West Gore St., Thunder Bay

  • Tribute shared

    March 1, 2026

    Submitted by Bob Cousineau

Alexander (Al) Reid

Alexander (Al) Reid

February 11, 1957 – October 8, 2025

Chapter 18 - Orillia

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It is with deepest regret that we announce the passing of Alexander (Al) Reid, Badge #5571, who passed away on October 8, 2025. Al was 68 years old.

Visitation

November 14, 2025 • 6:00 pm @ Coldwater Funeral Home 22 Sturgeon Bay Coldwater ON L0K 1E0

Celebration of life

November 15, 2025 • 1:00 pm @ Coldwater United Church, 14 Harriet Street, Coldwater ON L0K 1E0

In lieu of flowers

As an expression of sympathy donations in memory of Alex may be made to Cystic Fibrosis Canada and can be made through the Funeral Home

Condolences

Mrs. Paula Reid and Family, 50 Brick Pond Road, Coldwater ON L0K 1E0

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Policing Career Highlights

  • Al served at Essex and Sombra Detachments and Traffic and Marine Branch before retiring as Sergeant from Provincial Counter Measures (Highway Safety Division) on May 30, 2008

Family & loved ones

  • Cherished and beloved husband of 47 years to Paula. Loved father of Michael (Katelyn), Colleen Brown (Andy), and the late Allison (March 2012). Loving grandfather of Nathan, Adriana, Josephine, Hannah, Emma, Eli and Owen. Dear son of Catherine and the late Alexander. Brother of Brian (Anne).

Timeline

  • Born

    February 11, 1957
  • Passed away

    October 8, 2025

    Age 68

  • Visitation

    November 14, 2025 • 6:00 pm @ Coldwater Funeral Home 22 Sturgeon Bay Coldwater ON L0K 1E0

    Coldwater Funeral Home 22 Sturgeon Bay Coldwater ON L0K 1E0

  • Celebration of life

    November 15, 2025 • 1:00 pm @ Coldwater United Church, 14 Harriet Street, Coldwater ON L0K 1E0

    Coldwater United Church, 14 Harriet Street, Coldwater ON L0K 1E0

  • Tribute shared

    March 1, 2026

    Submitted by Bob Cousineau

Robert James (Bob) Callaghan

Robert James (Bob) Callaghan

March 30, 1931 – October 7, 2025

Chapter 5 - Toronto

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It is with deepest regret that we announce the passing of Chapter 5 Life member Robert (Bob) Callaghan Badge #1523. Robert was 94. Bob drew Trevor the OPP Traffic Bug, bringing the character to life through his artistic skills.

In lieu of flowers

Should you wish to make a charitable donation, Canadian Cancer Society 55 St. Clair Avenue West, Suite 300 Toronto ON M4V 2Y7

Condolences

Wendy Budisavljevic and Family, 1345 Cleaver Drive, Oakville ON L6J 1W5

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Policing Career Highlights

  • Robert served at GHQ, Kingston, Traffic Safety Branch, Ontario Provincial Police College, Training Branch, and Special Field Units Branch before retiring as Staff Sergeant from Field Coordination Branch on December 31,1987.

Timeline

  • Born

    March 30, 1931
  • Passed away

    October 7, 2025

    Age 94

  • Celebration of life

    There will be no service

  • Tribute shared

    March 1, 2026

    Submitted by Bob Cousineau