All Obituaries

Michael Joseph Best June 23 1923-March 26, 2020 Michael Best passed away in peace and tranquility at Hospice Peterborough in Peterborough, Ontario at the age of 96. Mike is survived by Dora, his wife of 71 years, and daughters Theresa Morris (Doug Ingram). Mary Allan (David) Bonnie Pidduck (David), and son Dunnery(Francoise Ducret). He was predeceased by son Jerome (Gay). He has 10 grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren. He is...

KETKO, Norma Margaret Louise (nee Owen) – While surrounded by her loving children, Norma passed away at Royal Gardens Retirement Residence, Peterborough, on Friday, March 20th, 2020, in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late John Ketko. Loving and devoted mother of Susan Nixon (Dale), Sandra Hogan (Bob), Nancy Britton (David) and John Ketko (Linda). Proud grandmother of Ken, Brent (Amber), Colleen (Ryan), Heather (Brad), Thomas, Steven and Avondale. Adoring great grandmother...

SAGER, Wayne Ross (Retired Canadian General Electric after 39 years, Guitarist, Woodworker, Avid Fisherman): Passed away peacefully at PRHC surrounded by the love of his family on Friday, March 20, 2020 at the age of 73 years. Wayne, beloved husband of Beverley “Dolly” (nee Paudash). Loving and devoted father of Rhonda Sager (Gregory West), and Amanda Sager (Randy Sommer). Cherished Grandfather of Gavin, Matthew, and Lillie.  Sadly missed by his sister Sharon Sager, and...

HUGHES, Larry Jamie “Jay”: At Northumberland Hills Hospital surrounded by his loving family on Friday, March 20, 2020 in his 47th year. Jay, beloved husband of Nicole Simpson. Loving and devoted father of Ava and Jorja Hughes. Son of  Julia Hughes (nee LaPointe and the late Larry Hughes. Dear brother of Ruth Mumby (Bill), and Garry Graham. Survived by Nicole’s parents Carol Simpson and Terry Simpson and by his sister-in-law Tanya Simpson. Loving uncle to many nieces,...

KITUNEN, Al Passed away peacefully at Peterborough Regional Health Centre on March 19, 2020 after celebrating his 97th birthday. Al moved to Canada from Finland as a child and spent most of his life in Sarnia where he worked as an electrician at Imperial Oil. He enjoyed golf, singing, meeting new people, and making people laugh. He was described by many as a true gentleman. He was a doting father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Predeceased by his wife, Anita, and his brother Bill. He...

EMMONS, Murray Carl – Murray passed away peacefully at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre on Thursday, March 19, 2020 in his 93rd year with his family by his side. Cherished husband and best friend of 64 years to Barbara (Nee Jones) and beloved father of Cathy of Maple and David (Cathy) of Mississauga. Grandpa will be sadly missed by his two grandchildren Danielle and Mitchell. Lovingly remembered by nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Son of the late...

In memory of our beloved Mother, Mary Melville Landry (nee White) who passed away gently on March 19, 2020 at Peterborough Hospice at the age of 82.  Beloved daughter of Anthony and Elizabeth (nee Brown) White. Pre-deceased by her husband Cyril Landry whom she described as the “perfect husband”. She is survived by her sons and their wives Greg (Cristina), Chris (Heather), John (Cathy), Barry (Lorna), Richard (Jennifer) and Roger (Lori) who share a profound love, devotion and...

Gauthier, Audrey Nora October 30, 1919 - March 17, 2020 It is with hearts full of loving memories that the family of Audrey Nora Gauthier share the sad news of her passing on March 17, 2020 in her 101st year.  Audrey was predeceased by her dear husband Valere (Vic) Gauthier (d 2003). She was the loving mother of Paula Smith (Ernie d.1998), Lynn Clancy (Mike), Yvonne Cirtwill (Francis), David Gauthier, and Denise Heard (James). Cherished mother in law of Jane Gauthier. Much loved...

SHANNON, Joseph Steven Peacefully at The Bridge Hospice in Warkworth on Monday, March 16th, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Heather Barnhart. Proud father of Kathleen and Abigail. Lovingly remembered by his sister Linda Kornblum (Sam) and by his brothers David (Cheryl), John (Bonnie), Michael and Terry. In keeping with Joseph’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Donations in memory of Joseph can be made to The Bridge Hospice. Online condolences may be...

FOSTER, Rory James (long time Chartered Accountant): Peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, March 15, 2020 in his 54th year. Rory, loving son of Irene Foster and the late Ronald Foster.  Beloved husband of Jo-Ann Howard. Loving and devoted father of Jason Hughes (Julie), and the late David Hughes. Loved by nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great grandchildren Makalia and Kyrie. Dear brother of Pat Hoover (Gary), Mike Hamilton (Marg), Bambi Cochrane (Steve), Paul...