Obituaries

In loving memory of a beautiful soul with a smile and laugh that could light up a room. It is with great sorrow we share the passing of Karon Hourie- Kelly. Karon is survived by her loving husband Ron that she affectionately referred to as “My Honey”. Children Pamela (Paul)…...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Nicole Dayman on November 2, 2024. During her final journey, Nicole was surrounded by family and friends sharing many great memories and love. Nicole was born and raised in Marathon Ontario, attended Steven’s Ave. Public School, Marathon High school…...

We are heartbroken to announce that on October 26, 2024, at the age of 31, Everett David James Kitchkeesic of Dryden, Ontario passed away after a brief illness.  Everett was born in Sioux Lookout, Ontario. Everett is survived by his mother Kathleen Kitchkeesic and his father Stanley Belmore, his siblings…...

With family and friends by his side, Roy Manfred Dahl, aged 83, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2024 at the Dryden Regional Health Center. Roy is survived by his loving and longtime partner, Florence LaPointe, his son, Roger Meeks (Denese) of B.C., his stepchildren, Brenda Donohue (Mark) of Kenora,…...

Anita Gail Pitchenese “Bout” “Memengweshiik” In lovely memory of a life that will never be forgotten with deep sorrow and heavy hearts. We sadly share the sudden passing of Anita Pitchenese our mother, sister, auntie, and friend. With deep sorrow and heavy hearts for all. Anita’s journey in life was…...

We are saddened to announce the sudden passing of both Rumour Harper. He grew up in Koocheching, ON. Born to parents Terry Harper and Janice Kakepetum, along with brothers Rowan, Raven and River Harper. All four brothers grew up interested in different activities such as sports but mostly wrestling. They…...

We are saddened to announce the sudden passing of Raven Harper. He grew up in Koocheching, ON. Born to parents Terry Harper and Janice Kakepetum, along with brothers Rowan, Rumour and River Harper. All four brothers grew up interested in different activities such as sports but mostly wrestling. They had…...

“Chief” Esther Pitchenese “Niigaanaashiik” “Saabekwe” In loving memory of a life that will never be forgotten and with deep sorrow and heavy hearts we sadly share the passing of Esther Pitchenese, our mother, sister, auntie, kokum, kobitay, cousin and friend. With immense sadness we lay to rest a powerful, strong…...

Christine passed away peacefully with her family by her side after a courageous battle with cancer. Christine will be sadly missed in the community and touched many people’s lives with her positive attitude, zest for life, and amazing sense of humour. Christine is survived by her two children April and…...

With family and friends by his side, Peter (Pete/Grandpa Pete) Kirk White passed away on October 10th, 2024, at the Dryden Regional Health Centre at the age of 81. Pete is remembered by his loving and long-time partner, Judy Russell, his brothers Richard White (Carol) of St. Thomas, ON &…...