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Obituaries

Shane McMillan

Norman Shane McMillan (known as SHANE) was born October 6, 1958 in Dryden, ON to William John McMillan and Thelma Mae McMillan (Gurney).  He was the eldest of four siblings – Heather (Mel), Scott (Brenda) and Robyn. Shane was a Dryden boy through and through.  Growing up on Lakeside Drive…...

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Terry Hatch

It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of our mom Terry Hatch on May 5, 2024, at the Dryden Regional Health Centre. Born in LaFleche, Saskatchewan on February 1, 1927. She lived in many places across Saskatchewan before the family settled on a quarter section of land…...

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Maria Pizzi

In loving memory of Antonietta Maria Pizzi who passed away peacefully on May 1, 2024, in Princess Court, Dryden at the age of 99. She was born to Michele and Laura Carlucci on June 12, 1924, in the quaint town of Santa Maria, Del Molise, Italy. Maria’s early years were…...

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Sharon Larocque

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Sharon Elizabeth Larocque (nee Caul) on Wednesday April 17, 2024. Sharon was born on September 10, 1951 and lived most of her life in Fort Frances. Sharon touched hundreds, if not thousands of lives. She was always ready to…...

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Walter “Buddy” Hastings

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Walter Brian Hastings (Buddy) whom passed away peacefully on April 17, 2024 with family at his side after a brief illness. Predeceased by his parents Walter and Madeline Hastings, and brother Charles Hastings. He is survived by his daughter Charlotte,…...

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Douglas Lundstrom

Our family is heartbroken to announce the passing of Douglas Lundstrom, on April 14, 2024 at the age of 84. Dad was born on July 4, 1939 on the family farm in Dobie Township, by Emo, Ontario.   During his childhood, the family moved around a lot, living in Emo, Keewatin,…...

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Sharleen Warren

With deep sorrow, we sadly share that our mother and wife, Sharleen Grace Warren (nee Spillett), aged 74, peacefully passed away with her family by her side at the Dryden Regional Health Centre after battling a multitude of health issues on Sunday, April 7th, 2024. Sharleen, born December 26, 1949…...

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Ralph Pietila

Ralph Allan Pietila passed away peacefully at his home on April 11, 2024 in Ignace Ontario. Ralph is survived by his wife of 54 years, Norma (Lockman) and sons, Craig, and Sheldon (JJ).  He also is survived by five grandchildren, Kaitlin (Wade), Ryan (Claire), Kaeley, Erica, and Madison and two…...

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Betty Finlayson

Betty Finlayson, aged 84, passed away on April 6, 2024 at the Dryden Regional Health Centre, Dryden, ON. Born on September 30, 1939 to John and Beatrice, Betty was a beloved member of her community known for her kindness, resilience, and unwavering love for the Disney character Tinkerbell. Betty’s life…...

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Joseph Delaney

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joe Delaney of Dryden, Ontario on April 7, 2024, after a lengthy illness. Joseph Gerard Jude Delaney was born on April 14, 1954 in Quebec City, Quebec. His parents were William Evoy Delaney and Mary Eileen Conway both of…...

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