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

Alexander Wayne (Sandy) Morrice

Alexander Wayne (Sandy) Morrice

October 17, 1942 – March 30, 2026

Chapter 17 - Kenora-Rainy River

Sandy (Alexander Wayne) Morrice of Atikokan and recently Winnipeg, Manitoba passed away March 30, 2026 Sandy was stationed at Atikokan Detachment from…

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Sandy (Alexander Wayne) Morrice of Atikokan and recently Winnipeg, Manitoba passed away March 30, 2026

Sandy was stationed at Atikokan Detachment from 1967 to 1977 leaving the OPP to work at the new Ontario Hydro generating plant in Atikokan as security officer.

He joined the OPPVA in 2009 and became a Life Member in 2022.

Sandy is survived by Connie his wife of 62 years, daughter Sharon, son Ronald (Kim) grandchildren Scott, Nick,   Allissa and Sophie and great grandchild Elizabeth.

Timeline

  • Born

    October 17, 1942

  • Passed away

    March 30, 2026

    Age 83

  • Celebration of life

    A celebration of life will be planned at a future date.

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    April 20, 2026

    Submitted by Dennis J. O'Sullivan

Submitted on April 20, 2026 — Dennis J. O'Sullivan

Christine (Chris) Haley

Christine (Chris) Haley

November 7, 1945 – April 13, 2026

Chapter 2 - London

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Chris Haley, Honorary Member of Chapter 2 on April 13, 2026.…

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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Chris Haley, Honorary Member of Chapter 2 on April 13, 2026.

Chris is lovingly remembered by Roly, her devoted spouse of 61 years; her children, Andrew Haley and Sandra Wilson; her cherished grandchildren, Devon Wilson, Conner Wilson, Lucas Haley and Skylar Haley; and her great-grandchildren, Issac and Jenna Wilson. 

She will be fondly remembered by her sister, Barbara Blott of Woodstock, along with Barbara’s family and by her many nieces and nephews across the world.

Chris dedicated much of her life to the Girl Guides, sharing over 50 years of commitment, mentorship and passion with the organization. She also spent many years as a caring and devoted early childhood educator, a role she held close to her heart until her health no longer allowed her to continue. 

Chris will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her.

 

Interment service has been completed.

Timeline

  • Born

    November 7, 1945

  • Passed away

    April 13, 2026

    Age 80

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    April 18, 2026

    Submitted by Mel Getty

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Fidelis (Phil) DeBruyne

Fidelis (Phil) DeBruyne

April 15, 1954 – April 12, 2026

Chapter 18 - Orillia

Phil joined the Tillsonburg Police Service (1974 -1977), then the Ingersoll Police Service (1977 - 1983), then worked at the Ontario Police…

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It is with sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Chapter 18 member Phil DeBruyne.

Phil joined the Tillsonburg Police Service (1974 -1977), then the Ingersoll Police Service (1977 – 1983), then worked at the Ontario Police College (1983-2009). He finished his 35 year career in law enforcement on a one-year secondment working at the Centre of Forensic Sciences in Toronto. He retired in 2010.

In retirement, Phil remained very active in the community. He was inducted as a member of the Penetanguishene Police Service Board in 2020, and recently completed some contract work for South Simcoe Police Service.

He and wife Susan Robillard were involved in multiple local charities, including the Georgian Bay General Hospital Foundation, the Huronia Community Foundation, the Georgian Bay Cancer Support Centre, the Midland Cultural Centre, Hospice Huronia, and Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care.

Visitation

May 8, 2026 • 2:00 pm @ Lynn-Stone Funeral Home, 15 Yonge St S Elmvale ON

Visitation from 2:00pm to 6:00pm

Celebration of life

May 9, 2026 • 12:00 pm @ Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church 106 Yonge Street North, Elmvale

Reception to follow. / / Internment: St. Croix Cemetery in Lafontane

In lieu of flowers

Memorial donations may be made to Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) Foundation in Midland, and the Elmvale Food Bank

Condolences

Online condolences may be made on the funeral home's website when his obituary is posted

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Policing Career Highlights

  • While at the OPC, Phil completed a secondment (1997–2002) to the Campbell Report Implementation Project (the implementation of the recommendations into the investigation of Paul Bernardo) in Toronto.

Family & loved ones

  • He will be missed by his wife Susan Robillard, his daughter Janna More (OPP), and Ian, his wife Krista and grandson Connor McBain.

Timeline

  • Born

    April 15, 1954

  • Passed away

    April 12, 2026

    Age 71

  • Visitation

    May 8, 2026 • 2:00 pm @ Lynn-Stone Funeral Home, 15 Yonge St S Elmvale ON

    Lynn-Stone Funeral Home, 15 Yonge St S Elmvale ON • Visitation from 2:00pm to 6:00pm

  • Celebration of life

    May 9, 2026 • 12:00 pm @ Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church 106 Yonge Street North, Elmvale

    Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church 106 Yonge Street North, Elmvale • Reception to follow. / / Internment: St. Croix Cemetery in Lafontane

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    April 16, 2026

    Submitted by Robert Cousineau

Submitted on April 16, 2026 — Robert Cousineau

Henry P. Kostuck

Henry P. Kostuck

February 1, 1935 – April 4, 2026

Chapter 11 - Hawkesbury

It is with regret that I advise of the passing of retired Chief Superintendent Henry P. KOSTUCK #1716 on April 4, 2026. Henry…

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Henry was always ready to serve and proud of his time with the OPP. He was a Past-Chairperson of our OPPVA Chapter 11 Hawkesbury and a Life Member. He will be sadly missing and remembered fondly. Il nous manquera beaucoup et nous garderons de lui un souvenir ému.

It is with regret that I advise of the passing of retired Chief Superintendent Henry P. KOSTUCK #1716 on April 4, 2026.

Henry began his career with the Ontario Provincial Police on November 19, 1956, at Cornwall District Headquarters. A transfer to Hawkesbury Detachment followed on February 17, 1957.

On September 1, 1965, Henry was transferred to Casselman Detachment. On December 1, 1966, Henry was promoted to Corporal.

On December 6, 1971, Henry transferred to Security Bureau. On May 1, 1972, Henry was promoted to Sergeant and transferred to the Anti-Rackets Branch.

Henry transferred back to Hawkesbury Detachment on August 7, 1972. Henry was promoted to Staff Sergeant on February 1, 1974.

A transfer to Long Sault DHQ occurred on September 18, 1978. Henry was promoted to Inspector on March 1, 1979 and to Superintendent on February 1, 1984.

On November 4, 1985, Henry was promoted to Chief Superintendent and transferred to Field Operations Division.

Chief Superintendent Henry Kostuck retired from the OPP on October 31, 1988 with 32 years of service.

In lieu of flowers

Canadian Cancer Society or charity of your choice.

Condolences

Cards can be mailed to Diane and Philippe Kostuck at 1683 Greywood, Orleans Ontario K1C 4W3

Policing Career Highlights

  • In 2016, Henry was awarded the “Friends of the OPP Museum Heritage Award” for authoring a book titled “A Charmed Life” (photo attached).

Family & loved ones

  • Henry was married to the late Monique Kostuck for 66 years. He leaves behind two children, Diane and Philippe, granddaughters Kathryne and Gabrielle, and great-granddaughter Lilah.

Timeline

  • Born

    February 1, 1935

  • Passed away

    April 4, 2026

    Age 91

  • Celebration of life

    At the request of the family, there will not be a service.

  • Tribute shared

    April 11, 2026

    Submitted by Barbara Gray

Gallery

Henry P. Kostuck

Submitted on April 11, 2026 — Barbara Gray

Carol Christina Broughton

Carol Christina Broughton

June 12, 1942 – April 2, 2026

Chapter 4 - Niagara

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Carol Broughton, Honourary Member of #4 Chapter Niagara passed peacefully on Thursday, April 2, 2026 after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s.

Celebration of life

Miller Funeral Chapel, 28 Caithness Street East, Caledonia, Ontario N3W1B7 (905-765-2712)

Cremation has taken place and a private family interment will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers

Memorial Donations may be made to the West Haldimand General Hospital Foundation, 75 Parkview Rd., Hagersville, Ontario N0A 1H0 or Alzheimer Society of Canada, 20 Eglington Avenue West, Suite 1600, Toronto, Ontario M4R 1K8

Condolences

Friends or family are invited to send condolences and sign the Book of Memories at www.millerfuneralchapel.ca

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Family & loved ones

  • She was predeceased by her loving husband Senior Constable Darrell Broughton, (2004) Haldimand County OPP (formerly Cayuga OPP) and her cherished son Todd (1994). She will be forever remembered by her surviving daughters Lori (Mark) Hamilton, and Kelly (Cory) Brain, grandchildren Brooke, Tyler (Olivia), Paige (Nick) and Matthew, Katie.

Timeline

  • Born

    June 12, 1942

  • Passed away

    April 2, 2026

    Age 83

  • Celebration of life

    Miller Funeral Chapel, 28 Caithness Street East, Caledonia, Ontario N3W1B7 (905-765-2712)

    Miller Funeral Chapel, 28 Caithness Street East, Caledonia, Ontario N3W1B7 (905-765-2712) • Cremation has taken place and a private family interment will take place at a later date.

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    April 10, 2026

    Submitted by Webmaster

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Ronald (Ron) George

Ronald (Ron) George

January 18, 1947 – March 20, 2026

Chapter 13 - Sudbury

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It is with deepest regret that Chapter 13 announces the passing of retired Detective Constable Ronald (Ron) Philip GEORGE #3686 on March 20, 2026.

In lieu of flowers

A Charity of your choice

Condolences

Mrs. Tammy George and Family, 37 Campbell Street West - Box 81, Little Current, ON P0P 1K0

Policing Career Highlights

  • Ron joined the Ontario Provincial Police on June 27, 1968, and was posted to Sudbury Detachment.
  • On June 11, 1973, Ron was transferred to Little Current Detachment. Ron was transferred back to Sudbury Detachment on July 20, 1992.
  • Ron was transferred to the Sudbury DHQ Crime Unit on June 20, 1994. He retired on June 30, 1998.

Family & loved ones

  • Ron is survived by his wife Tammy and children Tom, Michael and Sandra

Timeline

  • Born

    January 18, 1947

  • Passed away

    March 20, 2026

    Age 79

  • Celebration of life

    As per Ron’s request, there will be no service.

  • Tribute shared

    April 2, 2026

    Submitted by Robert Cousineau

Submitted on April 2, 2026 — Robert Cousineau

Ralph Winfield Hampton

Ralph Winfield Hampton

September 2, 1943 – February 21, 2026

Chapter 10 - Smiths Falls

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Ralph passed away suddenly, at the Brockville General Hospital, on February 21, 2026. He was 82 years old.

Visitation

March 21, 2026 • 1:00 pm @ 819 Centennial Rd., Brockville, ON K6V7H2

A celebration of life will be held at his home on March 21, 2026 starting at 1:00 pm

In lieu of flowers

As expressions of sympathy and in lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of your choice would be gratefully acknowledged

Condolences

Send a message of condolence or share a special thought of Ralph on the memory wall on the Funeral Home's website

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Policing Career Highlights

  • Ralph competed in several long-bore rifle shooting championships in several countries. He won the Australian Championship.
  • Ralph started his policing career with the RCMP. He often spoke of his horse (a draft cross), Saber, who taught him many valuable lessons in horsemanship and gravity. Ralph was stationed in Ottawa, then in Newfoundland.
  • He later joined the Ontario Provincial Police and enjoyed a 32-year career with most of it in Northern Ontario. The highlight was being chosen with several other officers across the province to represent policing in Ontario at the 1970 Expo in Japan. He had to learn the language before going to Japan. They were there for 10 months.

Family & loved ones

  • He was the son of the late Richard Hampton and Veronica (Garvin) Hampton. Beloved husband of Diane (Haggart) Halfpenny Hampton.
  • Loving father of Penny (Art) Visser, Kimberly (late James Kirkby), Late Clifford Halfpenny, Gregory Halfpenny. proud grandfather of Mervyn (Chenee) and Brittney Winters, Arthur Visser Jr, Michael Kirkby, Thomas, Frankie, Samantha Halfpenny, Gage Lily and Addison Halfpenny, Holly Reid, Leah Dabrowski, great-grandfather of 11, several cousins, and three estranged daughters in England. Allison, Elizabeth, Jillian. Predeceased by infant granddaughter Jessica Kirkby.

Timeline

  • Born

    September 2, 1943

  • Passed away

    February 21, 2026

    Age 82

  • Visitation

    March 21, 2026 • 1:00 pm @ 819 Centennial Rd., Brockville, ON K6V7H2

    819 Centennial Rd., Brockville, ON K6V7H2 • A celebration of life will be held at his home on March 21, 2026 starting at 1:00 pm

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    March 3, 2026

    Submitted by Robert Cousineau

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Walter James “Wally” Hopkins

Walter James “Wally” Hopkins

July 4, 1940 – February 20, 2026

Chapter 5 - Greater Toronto Region

Born in South Porcupine, Northern Ontario, to the late Walter and Anne Hopkins, he was the oldest of three brothers. He is…

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It is with regret that I advise of the passing of Life Member retired Provincial Constable Walter (Wally) James Hopkins #3857 on February 20, 2026 at the age of 85.

Born in South Porcupine, Northern Ontario, to the late Walter and Anne Hopkins, he was the oldest of three brothers. He is survived by his youngest brother, Brian. Predeceased by his brother Robert and is remembered by Robert’s wife, Pierrette. With fifteen years between him and his youngest brother, Wally stepped naturally into the role of mentor early in life, a role he would carry forward, sometimes invited, often simply assumed.
In the early 1960’s, his mother gifted him a trunk as he left home to begin his career with the Ontario Provincial Police. He kept that trunk all his life, gradually filling it with small but meaningful collectibles and practical items, each clearly labelled. It reflected how he lived: organized, deliberate, and attentive to what mattered. Wally was first stationed in the Niagara Falls area, moving to remote detachments and communities in Northern Ontario, where he took time to listen, particularly to Indigenous children and elders. He preserved their stories through artwork he safeguarded for decades; quiet reminders of relationships built on respect.
After leaving the OPP, Wally was co-owner of A&W Esso travel centre restaurant and gift shop in Kenogami and Englehart before earning his degree from York University, an accomplishment he held with pride. Toronto became his long-time home. There, his condo welcomed international students not simply for housing, but for guidance and consistent encouragement as their “Canadian Dad” to friends such as Daniel and Lekan. He was also a quiet caretaker, often checking in on and assisting senior neighbours when needed. His belief that education created opportunity extended beyond Canada, leading to travel and lasting involvement supporting a family’s academic journey in the Dominican Republic.
Wally preferred simplicity over activity and kept his circle small, valuing a few close friendships and remaining quietly generous. He did not seek a busy social life and often said he did not need to be entertained. Purpose, structure, and meaningful connection were enough, reflected in his annual Christmas letter written faithfully.
He preserved family history with care, ensuring photographs and records were passed on to his niece, Tanea (Marc). As Parkinson’s disease progressed, Wally chose to move to Kingston, where he was compassionately supported in his final years. He often made a point of saying thank you, clearly and directly, never taking the care he received for granted.
He approached physiotherapy with diligence, enjoyed fish and chips outings, cop shows, his delivery of sweets and snacks, and welcomed summer visits from the few friends he valued deeply.
As the phone became harder to manage, Wally would often accidentally call his great nephew Matt (Montana) while trying to reach Marc. He was always happy when Matt answered and took particular joy in meeting baby Aynslee, another chapter in the family story.

In lieu of flowers

Those wishing to honour his life may consider a donation to a children’s education charity or to Parkinson’s research, causes that reflected his enduring belief in opportunity and perseverance.

Condolences

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Timeline

  • Born

    July 4, 1940

  • Passed away

    February 20, 2026

    Age 85

  • Celebration of life

    In keeping with his wishes, Wally has been cremated. He will be laid to rest with his parents at Porquis Union Cemetery later this spring.

  • Tribute shared

    March 3, 2026

    Submitted by Robert Cousineau

Submitted on March 3, 2026 — Robert Cousineau

Ronald (Ron) Thomas Horton

Ronald (Ron) Thomas Horton

January 29, 1945 – February 15, 2026

Chapter 4 - Niagara

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Retired Senior Constable Ronald (Ron) Thomas Horton, Badge # 3336, passed away peacefully at the Norfolk General Hospital on February 15, 2026 after a brief illness. He was 81 years old.

In lieu of flowers

Anyone wishing to donate in memory of Ron is asked to consider the OPP Youth Foundation, 777 Memorial Ave., Orillia, Ontario L3V 7V3

Condolences

Ron’s close friend and executor, Patrick (Pat) WHITE at pbwhite44@gmail.com

Policing Career Highlights

  • Ron joined the Ontario Provincial Police on June 12, 1967, with an initial posting to St. Catharines OPP Detachment . On May 2, 1970, Ron was transferred to the Cayuga OPP Detachment (now Haldimand County OPP). He retired on December 31, 1998, with the rank of Senior Constable. Ron was rehired as a Special Constable shortly after and remained with the Haldimand County OPP doing court security and prisoner transfers. He continued in this capacity until his final retirement on September 6, 2013. Ron was a Life Member of #4 Chapter OPPVA Niagara.

Family & loved ones

  • Ron was single and his siblings have all passed before him.

Timeline

  • Born

    January 29, 1945

  • Passed away

    February 15, 2026

    Age 81

  • Celebration of life

    Ron wished to be cremated with no funeral service. Funeral arrangements entrusted to MILLER FUNERAL CHAPEL, Caledonia (905-765-2712)

  • Tribute shared

    March 3, 2026

    Submitted by Robert Cousineau

Submitted on March 3, 2026 — Robert Cousineau