Local obituaries for Brock & Visser Funeral Home

Dec 26, 2022

Jean May Schwass (nee Bradnam) passed away peacefully at the Woodstock Hospital in the early hours of Monday, December 26th, 2022, in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late David Schwass. Loving mother of Julia, Jim, and Barb. Jean was born May 3rd, 1930 in Toronto and moved to Woodstock at the age of 2. Jean worked at...

Dec 25, 2022

HALL, Grace Agnes – Passed away peacefully at Woodingford Lodge, Woodstock on Sunday December 25, 2022, in her 100th year. Beloved wife of the late Donald Robert Hall (1979). Loving mother of Robert Hall, Carolyn Brown, Donna (John) Grabowski, Brenda (Jack) Mendes, Betty Hall, and mother-in-law to Jim Davis. Cherished grandmother of many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Predeceased by...

Dec 23, 2022

ARMSTRONG, Marion E. (Broad) It is with great sadness, the family of Marion Armstrong announces her passing at her residence on December 23, 2022. She is survived by her son Brian (Lori) and her daughter Cindy (Al). Grandma is fondly remembered by her grandchildren, Chris (Kelly), Lisa (Sean), Stephen (Jessica) and Kirk (Sandi). She enjoyed her great...

Dec 22, 2022

RUTHERFORD, Irene - Passed away peacefully with the love of family by her side on Thursday December 22, 2022, at Sakura House in her in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late James Rutherford (1983). Loved mother of Rodney (Annette) Rutherford, Brenda (Terry) Morrison, Sarah Rutherford, and Thomas (Peggy) Rutherford. Cherished grandmother of Rahel, Drew, Erin,...

Dec 22, 2022

It is with sad hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Barbara Graham (Rhindress), 68. Born and raised in Woodstock, she was predeceased by her parents Vaughn and Jean Rhindress. She is survived by 4 children, sister, Wendy, step-father, Bill, several aunts, an uncle, and cousins. She showered her friends and pets with kindness and generosity, missed by...

Dec 22, 2022

Judith (Judy) Anne Sokalski (McFaddin)

It is with profound sadness and immeasurable love that we announce the passing of Judith Anne Sokalski (McFaddin) a wife, Mother, Grandmother (Nana) and Friend on Thursday December 22 at the Woodstock Hospital surrounded with family at her bedside.

Judy was the strength pillar of our family and...

Dec 21, 2022

Betty Horinga, our dear sweet Mom, grand and great grandma, sister, aunt, friend to many went to heaven to be welcomed by so many she dearly loved including her beloved husband Hank (2019) with whom she was married to for 62 years, her cherished grandson Joshua (2011) and loving granddaughter Stacey (2017). An amazing Mom to 10 kids; Coby...

Dec 21, 2022

JONES, Robin Ann – Peacefully at the Woodstock Hospital on Wednesday December 21st 2022.  Robin A. Jones (nee White) of Woodstock in her 70th year.  Beloved wife of K. Robert “Bob” Jones for over 46 years.  Loved mother of  Cindy (Dan) Moat, Steven Jones (Michael), and  Kevin Jones (Jennifer).  Cherished grandmother of Jordan (Vanessa), Kayla (Ethan), Brandon (Katie) and...

Dec 21, 2022

SMIT, Joseph Ysbrand Gerardus - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Joe at University Hospital, London, on Wednesday, December 21st, 2022, in his 66th year surrounded by his family. Dear husband to Miritza Smit-Urrieta for 22 years. Proud father of Justin, Ryan and Hillary Smit. Loved brother of Ineke (Jos), Eric...

Dec 18, 2022

Spratt, Frederick Gordon – Passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 18th, 2022, at the Caressant Care Transition Unit in his 86th year. Beloved husband of Coyla Spratt (née Paul) for 65 years. Cherished father of Kim (Frank) Gutowsky, Deb Spratt (George Tait) and Paul (Eilene) Spratt. Dear grandfather of Lee (Victoria), Adam (Marianne), Sarah (Mick); Kandy, David,...

Dec 18, 2022

CRAIG, Doris M. – Passed away peacefully at Sakura House, Woodstock on Sunday, December 18, 2022, in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Laverne Joseph Craig (2016). Survived by her children Terry (Gwen), Diane (late Doug) Smith, Deborah (Dave) Baker, and Judy (Scott) Hayward. Cherished grandmother of seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Dear sister...

Dec 18, 2022

Moore, Carl Edward 1944-2022: On December 18, Carl Edward Moore passed away at the age of 78 years. Following a lengthy battle with cancer, Carl died peacefully at Sakura House in Woodstock, Ontario, surrounded by his family. Forever remembered by his wife Sharon Hart; his family: Carla (Darryl), Sean (Petra), Craig, Margaret (Shawn), Krista (David) and Valerie (Dale); eleven...

Dec 16, 2022

Williams, Robert “Bob” – After a lengthy illness, the family of Robert “Bob” Williams of Thamesford announces his passing. Robert is survived by his wife of 58 years, Dawn. His daughters Joanne Granger and Jennifer (Darin) Pozzobon, and his 4 grandchildren, Jordan (Alyssa), Jeremy (Lauren), Danielle (Anthony), and Carlee. His 2 great-grandchildren, Nova and Wyatt. He is...

Dec 15, 2022

MOODY, Scott Forrest- It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing at University Hospital, London, on Thursday, December 15th, 2022, in his 63rd year surrounded by his family. Dear husband to Earleen Moulton. Proud father of Donovan Moody.  Loved brother of Ron (Linda) Moody, and sister Penny. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and...

Dec 15, 2022

Clarke, Gregory “Greg” Thomas – Passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 15th, 2022, at Sakura House, Woodstock in his 51st year. Beloved husband of Betty for over 20 years. Devoted father of Alex, Owen, and Ava. Cherished son of Ron and Gwen Clarke. Dear brother of Brad (Michele) and Kevin. Loved son-in-law of Marinus and Cathy Arts. Proud brother-in-law...

Dec 15, 2022

POORTINGA (nee Anderson), Sandra “Sandy” – After a sudden medical episode, Sandy passed away at her residence on Thursday December 15th, 2022, at the age of 64. Beloved wife of Peter for over 44 years. Dear mother of Jessica (Shawn) VanVliet and Kimberly (Sean) Webb. Cherished grandmother of Hunter, Sam, and Holden. Loving daughter-in-law of Rose Poortinga. Sister of...

Dec 15, 2022

BEMBRIDGE, Suzanne L. – Passed away at her home on Thursday December 15, 2022, in her 76th year. Beloved wife of Robert “Bob” Bembridge for over 56 years. Loving mother of Glen and Scott. Cherished grandmother of Bryanna, Dylan and Wesley. Predeceased by her parents Glen and Hilda (nee Fraser) Willick. Suzanne was employed in the office...

Dec 13, 2022

Mary (nee McCorquodale) Hartley

April 27, 1929 - December 13, 2022

Mary Hartley, our beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and aunt passed away peacefully after life filled with many adventures.  Her experiences began young with stories of community euchre parties, attending a one room school house with cousins,...

Dec 11, 2022

SLEEGERS, Joseph “Joe” Cornelius- It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing at University Hospital, London, on Sunday, December 11th, 2022, in his 76th year surrounded by his family. Dear husband to Inez Tromp (1993) for 23 years and Laurie Munro. Proud father of Julie (Steve) Vandendool and Terry (Marcie) Sleegers. Loving grandfather of Justin, Jeffrey...

Dec 11, 2022

SEARLES, Judith Ann- Passed peacefully at Woodingford Lodge, Woodstock, on Sunday, December 11th, 2022, in her 68th year. Cherished daughter of William (2013) and Marion Searles (nee Showers). Dear sister to William Jr. (Susan), Robert (Maryalice), Patricia (Bruce), and Marion Jr. Judith will be lovingly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Cremation has...