Local obituaries for Brock & Visser Funeral Home

Aug 11, 2023

Gwen passed away peacefully with her daughters by her side on Friday, August 11, 2023,  at Woodstock Hospital at the age of 94.

Beloved wife of the late Jim Jamieson, who predeceased her in 2014.  Loving mother of Anne and Jim Macdonald,  late Tom (1994) and Sonja Jamieson and Katie Spence.

Proud Grandma of Jill...

Aug 11, 2023

John passed away in his 72nd year, surrounded by family at Victoria Hospital, London, ON.

Proud father of Shawn Rutkauskas (Kellie) and Tara Beacom (Brandon), and remembered by Debra Rutkauskas.

Beloved Life Partner of Barbara Dennis.

Survived by grandchildren, Ewan and Aidan Rutkauskas and Ronan and Auron Beacom.  Also survived by Barb’s children,...

Aug 9, 2023

Passed away peacefully on August 9, 2023 at 90 years of age. Loving husband of Trudy. Dear father of Jeske Overdevest, Pete (Jodi) Overdevest and Corien (Jim) Van Nes. Loving Opa of Mieka, Tim, Jodie, Ty, Lexi (Zach), Janeen, Mitch, Damy, Dylan, Sylvia, Breanna, Emma and Brent. Great Opa to Landon and Hadlee.

Cees is survived by...

Aug 8, 2023

passed away peacefully on August 8, 2023 at 93 years of age.

Predeceased by her husband William David ( 2009), her  daughter Susan Marshall (1989), and great grandson Gordon Daniel O' Rourke, sister Audrey McMullen, sister-in-laws Margaret Kelly and Louise Hume.

June is survived by her daughter Ann (Doug) Pelton, and 5 grandchildren and 9...

Aug 5, 2023

The last surviving member of her immediate family, our mom passed away on Saturday, August 5, 2023. Mom was born February 24, 1933 in Woodstock, Ontario. She was the youngest of 4 girls and 3 boys. Her father, John Asa Burton, born June 4, 1882, came to Woodstock from Greenspond, Newfoundland in 1916 and worked at the Eureka Foundry...

Aug 5, 2023

Cheryl Lynn Luescher, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2023, in her hometown of Woodstock, Ontario. Born on July 27, 1955, in the same town, Cheryl lived a life full of love, warmth, and creativity. Cheryl was the cherished wife of David "Dave" Luescher, with whom she shared many beautiful years...

Aug 3, 2023

William Orr Clark, fondly known as Bill to family and friends, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2023, in Woodstock, Ontario. Born on August 22, 1933, in Toronto, Ontario, Bill lived a full and meaningful life, touching the hearts of many with his kindness, humour and unwavering dedication to his family and profession. Bill's love story with his wife...

Aug 1, 2023

SNAREY, Donald George – Passed away peacefully with his family by his side at Woodstock Hospital on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at the age of 75.  Reunited with his beloved wife of 51 years, Judith (Judie) Eileen Snarey (nee McCutchen), who predeceased him on October 19, 2022.  Loved father of Mark Snarey, Kristy O’Neal (Bob Schmidt) and Stephanie Fraraccio...

Aug 1, 2023

WERKEMA – “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28).   Peacefully at home on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, Klaas Jan (John) Werkema passed to his Heavenly Father’s glory.  Beloved husband of the late Catharina Werkema (nee Meyer) 2009, Predeceased by an infant daughter 1953.  Loving father of Frank and...

Jul 30, 2023

Margaret “Jeanette” Box, 96, of Woodstock, died peacefully surrounded by family at Chelsey Park Long Term Care, London on Sunday, July 30, 2023.

Dear mother of her two daughters  Barbara Box (Stephen Giuliano) of Algonquin Highlands  and Margaret Campbell (Brian) of Belmont. Step-grandmother to Heather Campbell of Bracebridge and great- grandmother of Everleigh.  Predeceased by her loving...

Jul 29, 2023

VANDERHEIDE, Tracey L. – Passed away suddenly at her home on Saturday, July 29, 2023, in her 52nd year. Beloved mother to Tyler (Sam) Scott. Cherished grandmother to Kylie and Blake. Loved sister of Doug (Cathy) Caughill and Judy (Greg) Visser. Loving partner of Dave Bergman. Predeceased by her parents, Joy Berge and Allen Caughill. Tracey is also survived...

Jul 29, 2023

Psalm 30…’You have turned my mourning into dancing’. John was a man of faith devoted to God, his wife, and his family.  He was patient, always trustworthy, a good listener, and content with his lot in life. He passed away unexpectedly in his home in the early hours of Saturday, July 29th, 2023, with his loving wife of 19...

Jul 29, 2023

Surrounded by the love of her family, Pat passed away at home on Saturday, July 29,  2023 at the age of 76.

Beloved wife and best friend to David Smith.  Cherished mother of Sherry (Dan) and Ron (Amoreena), and step-mother of Pamela (Chris) and Steven (Lori).  Proud Granny of Matthew (Kristal), Laryssa, Riley, Trevor, Collyn, Lana, David...

Jul 28, 2023

WILKEN, Marilyn J. – Passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family at Sakura House, Woodstock on Friday July 28, 2023, in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of the late John Wilken (2015). Dear mother to Darlene (late Trent) Hussey, Cheryl Berezoski, Kevin (Jessica) Berezoski, and the late Brenda Berezoski (2020). Loved Grandmother of Dina (Jeremy), Courtney...

Jul 28, 2023

Emilien J.P. Cliche, "Emile", a deeply cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2023, in Woodstock, Ontario at the age of 71 . Born on March 9, 1952, in Bellecombe, Quebec, Emile was a beacon of kindness, and creativity, whose spirit will continue to inspire all who were blessed to know him.

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Jul 28, 2023

At the age of 86, surrounded by family, Bob passed away peacefully at Woodstock General Hospital on July 28, 2023.  Beloved husband of Donna (Bragg) for 61 years.  Loving father to son Randy (Liz) and daughter Kelly (Mona Le Blanc) of Ottawa.  Proud “Pop” to Meghan and Jacey.  Survived by his siblings, John (Linda) of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Sharon...

Jul 27, 2023

George Willis Woods, known to most as just George, took his final curtain call on July 27, 2023. Born on April 20, 1941, George spent 82 years on this earth, stubbornly refusing to do anything the easy way, and making everyone around him laugh while doing it. George was a man of many hats, and not just because he...

Jul 27, 2023

Sandra Jean Tichelaar, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully in her hometown of Woodstock, Ontario on July 27, 2023. Born in Woodstock on July 12, 1941, Sandra lived a life full of love, joy, and cherished memories.

Sandra was a devoted wife to her husband, Renus, with whom she shared 64 beautiful years....

Jul 26, 2023

With heavy hearts, we regret to announce the sudden passing of our mum, grandma, sister, aunt, cousin, and dear friend, Charmaine Farrell, on July 26th, 2023, at the age of 80.

She is survived by her sons Robert, and John Farrell, and her brother Steve (Sue) Stewart, seven grandchildren, and two great grandchildren, as well as many...

Jul 26, 2023

Jonathen Henry Cornell, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2023, after a brave battle with cancer. He was born on December 28, 1961.

John was the beloved husband of Cathy Cornell (nee Rockett) for 37 years.  He was the cherished son of Donna Smith (nee Carter). He was predeceased by his loving stepfather, Larry Smith,...