Visitation

December 19, 2025 • 10:00 am @ St. Patrick’s Cathedral

Celebration of life

December 19, 2025 • 11:00 am @ St. Patrick’s Cathedral

In lieu of flowers

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Northern Cancer Research Fund in JP’s honour.

Condolences

Policing Career Highlights

• JP dedicated 31 years to the Thunder Bay Police Service, where he rose through the ranks and was eventually appointed Chief of Police in 2011. He led the city’s police service with integrity and courage until his retirement in 2018.
• Among many accomplishments, the moments and milestones he spoke most proudly of included teaching and mentoring at the Ontario Police College in Aylmer, Ontario; attending the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia; and graduating from the Police Leadership Program at the Rotman School of Management.
• In 2014, JP was humbled to receive the Order of Merit of the Police Forces in recognition of his exceptional service and contributions to policing, presented by the Governor General of Canada at Rideau Hall.
• JP’s commitment to his community extended well beyond his primary career. He served as Vice-President of the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police and sat on the Confederation College Board of Governors. His role in organizing and supporting Special Olympics Thunder Bay

Family & loved ones

• He is survived by his devoted wife, Colleen; daughters Madison (Hunter) and Olivia (Graeme); and his cherished granddaughter, Charlotte. He will also be deeply missed by his beloved parents, Stella and Leo; Patricia and Rod MacPherson; and extended family members, including his numerous nieces and nephews, whom he loved as his own.

Celebration of life

December 28, 2025 • 1:00 pm @ Brian E. Wood Funeral Home, 250 14th St. W., Owen Sound, 519-376-7492

In lieu of flowers

As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations in Gord’s name would be appreciated to one of the causes dear to him: Operation Smile, Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides, World Vision, or a charity of your choice.

Condolences

Policing Career Highlights

• Gord was an OPP Constable at Owen Sound Detachment from June 3, 1968, to May 15, 1980.

In lieu of flowers

If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Kidney Foundation and will be received by Carson Funeral Home – J.H. Lynn Chapel 290 First St. Midland. (705) 526-6551.

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Policing Career Highlights

• Bill fulfilled his passion for policing as Auxiliary Staff Sergeant, Southern Georgian Bay Detachment for 10 years. He was a proud member of the OPPVA.

Family & loved ones

• Predeceased by his parents Venora and William J. Reynolds. Beloved husband of Joyce Reynolds (Nee: Desroches) for 57 years. Loving father of Leanne (Mike Radko). Brother of Benson Reynolds (Nancy).Uncle of Shannon (Norm), Steven (Grace), and great-uncle of Liam, Roan, and Bridget. Missed by mother-in-law Leona Desroches. Brother-in-law to Linda and Ross Eccleshall, Nelson and Sue Desroches, Annette Middlemass, Bonnie Isaac and Trevor Beach, Gary and Kim Desroches, and Sandra and Dave Grenier. Uncle to many nephews, nieces, great-nephews, and great-nieces.

In lieu of flowers

In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory to the HSN Foundation-Northern Cancer Fund or the Maison McCulloch Hospice would be greatly appreciated.

Condolences

Policing Career Highlights

• Clay began his career with the Ontario Provincial Police on July 5, 1964 as a Civilian Radio Operator at Long Sault Detachment.
• On July 4, 1967, Clay became a regular member and was posted to Emo Detachment. On February 9, 1970, Clay was transferred to Red Lake Detachment.
• On January 25, 1971, Clay was transferred to Central Patricia Detachment and to Downsview Detachment on May 3rd.
• On July 17, 1972, Clay was transferred to Mattawa Detachment.
• After 19 years of service with the OPP, Clay joined the Office of Fire Marshal (OFM).
• Clay was also a Life Member with the North Bay Chapter of the Ontario Provincial Police Veterans’ Association.

In lieu of flowers

Memorial Donations can be made to Hospice Quinte

Condolences

Policing Career Highlights

• Karl joined the Ontario Provincial Police on July 5, 1971, with a posting to Toronto Detachment. On May 22, 1972, Karl was transferred to Oak Ridges Detachment.
• On August 11, 1975, Karl was transferred to Brighton Detachment. On November 17, 1997, Karl was transferred to the Premier’s Security Detail.
• Detective Constable Karl Hennek retired from the OPP on September 30, 2003, following 32 years of public service.

Celebration of life

December 20, 2025 • 11:00 am @ Northridge Funeral Home, 6446 Hwy 11, Emo, ON P0W 1E0

In lieu of flowers

In lieu of flowers, as per the family’s wishes, donations may be made to the Kenora/Rainy River Districts Alzheimer Society, The Riverside Health Care “Lights, Action Diagnosis” Campaign or to a charity of your choosing.

Condolences

Policing Career Highlights

• Cal became a member of the OPP in July 195 with an initial posting to Kenora DHQ. Cal was well known throughout the northwest, as his policing career with the OPP saw many transfers. Sioux Lookout 1954-56, Atikokan 1956-58, Dryden 1958-59, Ear Falls 1959-63, Dryden 1963-66, a promotion saw Cal going to Emo 1966-1970, Atikokan 1970-1974, promotion to Sergeant and transferred to Sioux Lookout 1974-79, then off to Emo. Sgt Robertson retired in April 1986 with 32 years of service. Cal held Life Memberships in The Police Association of Ontario, and the Ontario Provincial Police Veteran’s Association.

Family & loved ones

• Left to mourn his passing is son Don (Sandra) Robertson of Fort Frances, sister Bev (Denis) Busch of Fort Frances and sister-in-law Harriet Robertson of Victoria, BC.
• Cal also leaves behind grand-daughter Karrie (Darren) LeCraw of London, Ontario, grandson Steve (Cheryl) Robertson of Sunderland, Ontario, grand-daughter Laura (Travis) Lichti of Jarvis, Ontario. His great-grandchildren are Reid and Birch LeCraw, Ella Robertson, Tyson and Leah Lichti.
• He was predeceased by his wife Noreen in 2024. Also predeceased by parents Wilfred and Annie Robertson and brother Murray Robertson, son Dale in 1980 and daughter Susan in 2024.

Celebration of life

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

In lieu of flowers

Family would appreciate donations to the OFAH Foundation

Policing Career Highlights

• Syd retired as an OPP Traffic Sergeant in 1991

Celebration of life

Forest Lawn Cemetery in Rainy River,ON

In lieu of flowers

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

Condolences

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.

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

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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.