Local obituaries for Brock & Visser Funeral Home

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,...

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

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...