Local obituaries for Brock & Visser Funeral Home
Randy William Lavigne
Jun 22, 2025
Lavigne, Randy William 1990 – 2025
On Sunday, June 22, 2025, Randy William Lavigne of Woodstock heroically gave his life to save his daughter while swimming in Port Burwell, Ontario.
He leaves behind his daughter Lana, parents Beth and Glenn Westendorp, Shawn and Sharon Donnelly, William Lavigne (2008) and Sue. Brother to: Robert, William, Gregory, Hannah (2017) and Joel, Vincent (Courtney), Eric...
James "Jim" Arthur Rylance
Jun 22, 2025
James "Jim" Arthur Rylance, a beloved figure and cherished member of his community, passed away peacefully at Woodingford Lodge in Ingersoll, Ontario, on June 22, 2025, surrounded by love, just shy of his 95th birthday. Jim’s life journey began on November 26, 1930, and he was a remarkable testament to resilience, dedication, and the simple joys of life.
Jim's professional journey...
Susanne Lee Skinner
Jun 20, 2025
SKINNER, Susanne Lee (née Cork)
With grace and serenity, Susanne Lee Skinner passed away peacefully on Friday, June 20, 2025, at the age of 78, surrounded by the love of her family. Beloved wife of Teddy Skinner for 58 wonderful years, Susanne was a devoted partner and true companion in a life rich with love, laughter, and shared memories. She was...
Janet Shields
Jun 20, 2025
Shields, Janet
It is with great sadness, we announce the death of Janet Shields on June 20, 2025.
After a period of declining health, she passed peacefully with family by her side, at Woodstock General Hospital.
Janet was born January 10, 1942 to William and Janet Stewart in a small village in Ayrshire, Scotland. She was the youngest of 5 in a close-knit...
Agnes Anne Elizabeth Hutcheson
Jun 18, 2025
Agnes (German) Hutcheson
April 1, 1929 - June 18, 2025
At the age of 96, Agnes passed away peacefully in Ottawa, with her daughters, Helen Hutcheson (Don Miller) and June Ferguson (Ian Gibb) by her side. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Keith Hutcheson, in July 2022. Much loved grandmother of Paul Miller, Scott Miller (Lindsay Whitesell), Alan Miller (Jessica Carey),...
Barbara Elaine Osmond
Jun 18, 2025
OSMOND, Barbara Elaine “Barb” (nee Naylor)
Barbara passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London on June 18, 2025 at the age of 78. A long time Employee of Canada Permanent / Canada Trust Bank and more recently with the Oxford Review and Sun Media. Barb is now reunited with her beloved husband the late Mervin Wesley Osmond (2019). Loving...
Doris Jean Swartz
Jun 17, 2025
SWARTZ, Doris Jean (Fleming) passed away peacefully in her 97th year on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at Caressant Care Nursing Home in Woodstock surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of almost 70 years to the late Earl Maxwell Swartz (2017). Loving mother to Leanne (Mike) Siebenmorgen of Sparta and Scott Swartz of Woodstock. Doting grandmother to Nicole (Tom) Malcolm...
Andrew "Andy" Ison Stevens
Jun 16, 2025
STEVENS, Andrew 'Andy' Ison
Passed away peacefully at Henley Place in London, Ontario, on Monday, June 16th, 2025 in his 91st year.
Beloved husband of the late Ruth “Elaine” (nee Calder) Stevens (2012). Cherished father to Dwayne (Ann) Stevens, Cheryl Stevens, Bonita (Randy) Stevens – Vere, and Blair (Lorrie) Stevens.
Loving “Pops” to Dana (Chad James) Bertelsen, Dawn (Dave) Hanna, Andrea (Tyler) McKay;...
Ruth Marie Hughes
Jun 15, 2025
Ruth Marie Hughes passed away peacefully on June 15, 2025, at the Caressant Care Nursing Home in her 88th year.
Ruth was married to her beloved husband, Les Hughes, for 66 joyful years. Together, they nurtured a family filled with laughter and kindness. Ruth is survived by her three daughters, Sherry (Mark) Warboys, Judy (Bill) Parker, and Stephanie (Mike) Whatley. Ruth...
Connie Pearson
Jun 14, 2025
Dorothy Constance (Connie) Pearson died peacefully in her home in Woodstock on Saturday, June 14, 2025, in her 84th year.
Connie was born in Sarnia, Ont., on March 27, 1942, the third of nine children born to and raised by Dorothy and George Disbrowe.
Connie met Arthur Pearson, the enduring love of her life, at a Sauble Beach dance in the summer...
Nicholas 'Nik' Anthony Brian Penny
Jun 13, 2025
With broken hearts, we announce the passing of Nicholas Anthony Brian Penny, more affectionately known as Nik, on Friday, June 13th, 2025 in his 33rd year.
He was reunited with his most favourite person in the world, his momma/granny Judy Penny(2014). Nik left behind his loving son Rowan Banks and his wife Karlie, his crazy mom Christine Penny and stepmom Tracey,...
Harold Herbert 'Herb" Oldford
Jun 12, 2025
Harold Herbert Oldford “Herb”
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Harold Herbert Oldford, affectionately known as “Herb,” who peacefully departed this life on June 12, 2025, in Woodstock, Ontario, with his beloved wife of 58 years, Wanda Oldford, by his side. Herb was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and friend, whose presence will...
Jill Elizabeth Clowes
Jun 11, 2025
Surrounded by the love of her family, Jill passed away at Woodstock Hospital on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at the age of 70. Beloved wife and best friend of David Clowes, sharing 48 years of marriage. Loving mother of Heidi Paterson (Geoff) and Penny Zinger (Jeremy) and best friend and Grandma of Owen and Hayden. Cherished daughter of Max and...
Roger Ivan Kuntze
Jun 9, 2025
Roger Ivan Kuntze
May 23, 1957 - June 9, 2025
Predeceased by Irvine (Father, d. 2004) and Dorothy (Mother, d. 2021)
Survived by brothers Allen (Helen) and Gordon (Susan), niece Amanda (Duncan), nephew Andrew (Rachel), great niece Elcy, great nephew Nate, niece Kathryn (Spencer), great niece Lina, niece Shelby (Tim), and niece Taylor.
Roger attended Elementary school at Huron Park P.S. and D.M. Sutherland...
Richard "Rick" Stewart
Jun 9, 2025
Rick Stewart, passed away peacefully on Monday June 9th, 2025 at Woodstock General Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer in his 78th year.
Rick is survived by his beloved wife Judy of 47 years, loving father to daughter Jennifer Leversage (Matt) who was the light of his life, and very proud Grandpa to Reid, Lane and Nash Leversage that always...
Paul Leo Urquhart
Jun 8, 2025
Paul passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully, in his sleep at home on Sunday, June 8, 2025 at the age of 68. Dear husband and best friend of Joanne (nee Kovacs), with whom he celebrated 50 years of marriage in January. Proud father of Kelly, Kerri (Nathan), Kory (Sylvia) and Kim and Grandpa of Xander, Renoa and Jasper. Beloved son of...
Ioan Nicolae Dumitru
Jun 6, 2025
November 6, 1958 – June 6, 2025
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Ioan Dumitru. Ioan passed away at home with his wife by his side on June 6, 2025, in Woodstock, Ontario at the age of 66.
Ioan was born on November 6, 1958 in Târgu Lăpuș, Maramureș, Romania. He immigrated to Canada where he spent most of his...
A. Irene Thompson
Jun 4, 2025
Irene passed away peacefully at her home at Secord Trails Care Community, Ingersoll, on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 after a brief illness in her 99th year. Predeceased by her beloved husband, James Merton Thompson (1984). Loving mother of Marie Ball of Springfield and Janet Johnson (Bruce) of Ilderton. Proud grandmother of the late Bryan Ball (Janet), Dennis Ball (Crystal), Kevin...
Grace Squires (nee Ritchie)
Jun 1, 2025
Grace Squires (nee Ritchie) was born in Woodstock, Ontario, the second child of Grace and Dave Ritchie, sister to her older brother Dave, and younger sisters Esther and Beatrice. It was a loving home, filled with laughter and music, influenced by her Scottish heritage. Sid first cast eyes on Grace when he saw her starring in a Gilbert & Sullivan...
Patricia Kipfer
Jun 1, 2025
Patricia Ann Marie (Hills) Kipfer
November 24, 1961 – June 1, 2025
Patricia Kipfer (Trish) died on her own terms at Woodstock Hospital on June 1st, surrounded by family and friends. She was the loving wife of 12 years to Cecil Kipfer (Kip), and will also be missed by his children Lyn Walsh, Peter Kipfer, Lorraine Marchant, and Lise Kipfer and seven...
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