Local obituaries for Brock & Visser Funeral Home

Jul 24, 2023

Douglas Lloyd Richards, known affectionately as Doug, was a man whose passion for life and ceaseless pursuit of knowledge has left an indelible mark on the world. Born on December 5,1937 in Toronto, Ontario, Doug was a beacon of light to all who knew him. His journey came to a peaceful close on July 24, 2023, in London, Ontario...

Jul 24, 2023

Rickie E. Evans, affectionately known as Rick, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2023, at Woodstock Hospital. Born in Chatham, Ontario, on June 1, 1947, Rick will be remembered for his humor, love, and generosity. He is survived by his children; Cherie Edwards, Terry Evans, and Stacey Evans, his son-in-law Brad, his daughters-in-law Lianne, and Melanie respectively, and grandchildren,...

Jul 22, 2023

Maria deBoer, known affectionately as Marina to those who loved her, passed away peacefully on the 22nd of July 2023, at the venerable age of 72, at the Alexandra Hospital in Ingersoll, Ontario.

Her life was a testament to her adventurous spirit, as evidenced by her travels to far-flung destinations such as Alaska, Hawaii, and...

Jul 20, 2023

HEDBERG, Linda Lee – Passed away at the Woodstock Hospital on Thursday, July 20, 2023, in her 76th year. Dear sister of Robert (Wendy) Hedberg, Karl (Barb) Hedberg, and Rosemary Maddock. Linda is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by her parents Burnell and June Hedberg, her sister Shirley Whittle, brother Wilfred Hedberg, sister Barbara...

Jul 18, 2023

It is with great sadness to announce the sudden passing of Keon Ronald Wallace McTavish-Craigie, age 20, on July 18, 2023. He graduated from College Avenue Secondary School and was a former Cass Knight football player. He will forever be loved and missed by his father Kevin (Andrea, mom) Craigie, and mother Ashley (Oswald) Omeally, siblings, Damon, Denisha, Jahnaya,...

Jul 18, 2023

Passed away on July 18, 2023 at 37 years of age. Beloved husband of Rebecca Popiolek. Devoted father of Brianne Popiolek,  Bryson Popiolek and Nolan Popiolek. Loving son of John Popiolek  and Barbara, and Kathy Delarge. Missed brother of Krystal Popiolek. Dear uncle of Lillian and Amelia Mulholland. Son-in-law to Bill and Nancy Stevens. Brother-in-law to Willy Stevens and...

Jul 18, 2023

Janice Parliament, in her 61st year of Woodstock, Ontario, passed away peacefully with her loved ones by her side on July 18th, 2023. Dearly beloved mother of Prairie Parliament, Patrick Parliament (and mother-in-law to his wife Christina Foisy) and Brooke Lyn Pagliaroli (and mother-in-law to her husband Tyler Pagliaroli), grandmother of Bentley Pagliaroli and Emerson Pagliaroli, sister of the...

Jul 16, 2023

Leendert Jacobus Boogerd, affectionately known as Leen, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2023, after a brief illness, at his home in Burgessville, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on May 29, 1951, in Ouwerkerk, Netherlands, Leen was in his 73rd year.

Much loved husband of Beppie for over 48 years. Left to honour his...

Jul 15, 2023

Margaret “Margie” Eleanor Kelly (nee–Smith) Passed away peacefully on July 15th at PeopleCare Tavistock in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Patrick “Pat” Kelly. She was survived by her sister-in-law June Smith. Margie was predeceased by her sister Louise and her brother Bill. She was a proud Aunt to many nieces and nephews. There will be a...

Jul 15, 2023

Edward Philip Miles, born on January 3, 1935, in Vandecar ON, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2023, at Woodstock Hospital, ON. His life was filled with an abundance of love, hard work, and a strong dedication to his family and community.

Edward grew up in the rural community of Vandecar and later relocated to...

Jul 13, 2023

Bessette, Madeline Dorothy – Passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 13th, 2023, at Caressant Care Nursing Home, Woodstock, in her 86th year. Beloved wife of the late Gilbert George Bessette. Cherished mother of David (Giselle), Brian (Teri), and Paul. Proud grandmother of Simon and Andrea. Dear sister of Pat Gerber. Friends and relatives are invited to join...

Jul 12, 2023

Bradley Cecil Mansfield, known affectionally as Brad, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2023 at 4:20 pm in Woodstock, Ontario after a courageous battle with cancer. Brad was born on July 20, 1959, in Guelph, Ontario, and his life was marked by a deep love for his family and friends. Brad is survived by his beloved wife, Sharon, his...

Jul 11, 2023

Wolfe, Edwin Glen – Passed away peacefully at Sakura House, Woodstock, on Tuesday, July 11th, 2023 in his 90th year. Devoted and loving husband of Alice Wolfe for 68 years. Cherished father of Debra DeClark, Cathy (late Gord) Miller and daughter in law Sandra (late Brian) Wolfe. Proud grandfather of Blake (Lynndsay) DeClark, Jeremy (Gioia) DeClark, Kevin...

Jul 11, 2023

Surrounded by the love of his family, Frank passed away after a brief illness on Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at Sakura House at the age of 65.   Husband and best friend to Nancy (nee Dean) for 40 years.  Loving father of  Nicole Van Ostaeyen-Koot (Tony),  Katie Van Ostaeyen (2005), Christie Van Ostaeyen, and Kelsey Ingram (Brandon) and proud Grandpa...

Jul 10, 2023

Wakeling, Kenneth “Ken” Charles – Passed away peacefully on Monday, July 10th in his 96th year. Devoted and loving husband of Isabel for 73 years. Cherished father of Ruth (Rick) Blyth and Jeff (Helen) Wakeling. Proud grandfather of Cameo (Ken Penny) Blyth and Athena Wakeling. Cremation has taken place and a private graveside service is being held....

Jul 6, 2023

Passed away on July 6, 2023 at 55 years of age. Beloved wife of Bart. Dear mother of Karl, Jessica, Devon, Kimberly and Beverly. Grandmother to Victory, Kingston. Daughter of Irene  and the late Andrew Schaafsma.. She is survived by her brothers Jim, Steve. Predeceased by brother John and sister Shirley-Ann. She will always be lovingly remembered by her...

Jul 5, 2023

Bekris, Fotini – Passed away peacefully at home, on Wednesday, July 5th, 2023, her 87th year. Devoted wife of the late Nicholas Bekris (2020). Cherished mother of Vicky Drake and Jeanny (Chad) Lucier. Proud grandmother of Jasmine Wubs, Jordan Wubs, Nicholas Lucier, and Nicole Drake. Dearly missed by Emma and Elvis. Friends and relatives are invited to...

Jul 5, 2023

The family of Robert “Bob” Scott are heartbroken to announce his passing on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at Sakura House Woodstock in his 78th year. Bob was a devoted, loving, caring son, husband, father, father-in-law, and grandfather. He will be missed every day by his wife Marie (nee Morden) Scott. Bob was extremely proud of both his...

Jul 4, 2023

With sadness, Julie’s family announces her sudden passing at her home on Tuesday, July 4, 2023 at the age of 38.    Proud and loving mother of Ocean Iannialice.  Beloved daughter of Joyce Tonner (Diane Bialek) and Jeff Tonner (Michelle Hull).   Cherished sister of Sarah Tonner (Tom Caron), Michael Bialek (Katie Kaufman), Katie Barrette (Luke) and Jessie Shouldice (Devon) and...

Jul 4, 2023

Ronald Charles Weatherhead, a man of adventurous spirit and who was relentlessly energetic, passed away peacefully on July 4th, 2023, at home. Born on June 8th, 1937, in Toronto, Ontario, he lived a life filled with love, service, and the pursuit of his passions. Ron, as he was affectionately known, was a beloved husband to Betty (nee Burwell) and...