Obituaries

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Ross Davidson, who passed away suddenly on May 29th at the age of 76. Ross is survived by his daughters Valerie Davidson (Chris) and Vickie Davidson (Phil), four cherished grandchildren Cassidy and Kaitlynn Desjardins, and David and Daphne…...

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our father Joseph Lassu who left us peacefully on May 17, 2024 at the age of 87. Born in Hungary, Joe lived through the turmoil of the Hungarian Revolution of 1956. Seeking a better life, he courageously emigrated to…...

Our family is saddened to announce the passing of our beloved wife, mom, nana, and friend, Butsie. Butsie was born in Dryden on July 28, 1951 to Nora and Henry Besselt.  At 14 years old, she met the love of her life, Brent.  They were married 4 years later, with…...

Ronald Gary McKay, born in Winnipeg, MB on June 20, 1937, passed away peacefully in Calgary, AB on Thursday, May 11, 2023. Dad grew up and lived most of his life in Dryden, Ontario which is located in Northwestern Ontario. He called it God’s Country. As a child his family…...

Our family is saddened to announce the unexpected passing of Mary Louise Lyle on May 17th, 2024, at the age of 77. Mary was born in Dryden on February 27, 1947, to Wesley and Mary Shaffer. She was a twin with her sister Alice and had 6 other siblings. Mary…...

Dad left this world peacefully on May 13, 2024 after receiving a cancer diagnosis in December and fighting hard until now. He was predeceased by his parents, Vernon and Irene (Teeple) Tattrie, brother Earl (Barb) Tattrie step-father Albert Danielson, first wife Barbara, and our Mom, Joyce. Dad lives on in…...

Darlene was born in Ogema, Saskatchewan on March 3, 1934, spending her early years on the family farm and attending school. Darlene married Jim Pearson in Yorkton, Saskatchewan, 1954. They moved to Kenora, then on to Dryden where they made their home. Darlene worked at the Royal Bank until retirement. Darlene…...

In loving memory of Marg Spicer, age 92, who passed away peacefully after a short stay at the Dryden Regional Health Centre on May 12, 2024. Marg is survived by her daughter Lori Barker (Bart) , daughter-in-law Cathy Spicer; grandchildren Dale Barker (Rebecca), Shawn Barker (Marissa), Drew Spicer (Chris Broman),…...

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It is with heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved Patsy, age 61, May 9, 2024.  Patsy Bazinet was the youngest child of Rose and Donald Bazinet. Born in Sturgeon Falls Ontario, Patsy was a welcome addition to an already large family.  From day one Patsy won…...