Shirley Louise Marie was born at home, in Sullivan Township, on Wednesday, January 31, 1934. She was welcomed into this world by her parents, Ezra and Elsa (Guse) Klages, and was later joined by younger siblings, Audrey (1939) and Jerry (1951). Ezra worked in a...

Evelyn Ruth was born on Sunday, December 29, 1935, in Schomberg, Ontario to proud parents, William “Leslie” and Elsie (Butler) Bryan. She joined older sister Mildred and was later followed by younger siblings, James, Marion, William, twins Keith and Kenny, Gary, and...

Janet “Barbara” was born in Victoria, British Columbia on Monday, September 23, 1935. She was her mother, Elvira Lustig’s, pride, and joy. As a single mother, Elvira, received a great deal of support from family and friends in raising Barb. At the top of that list was...

Esther Doris Brodie of Owen Sound passed away peacefully at Grey Bruce Health Services, Owen Sound, on Monday, August 15, 2022, at the age of 78. Loving mother of Lois and her husband Tom Londry, and Len Brodie, all of Owen Sound. Cherished grandmother of Melissa...

Marjorie Helen was the second eldest child, born July 27, 1928 to Allan Victor and Esther (Zeigler) Nickel; Evelyn J. (1926), Carman Mons (1930), Isabel Marie (1933), Mary “Jane” E. (1935), John Victor (1938), and Joyce (1941). Marj was born at the family’s home. It...

"I do not believe there was ever a life more attractive than life on a cattle farm..." Theodore Roosevelt Fred truly believed these words. In fact, he often wondered why everyone didn't get into agriculture. From a young age, Fred fell in love with life on the farm...

“Find something you love to do and you’ll never have to work a day in your life!” Harvey MacKay That is exactly what Ron did! Ronald Albert Henry was born on Friday, February 8, 1935, in Walkerton. He spent his childhood growing up between Walkerton and Hanover...

Dianne Elizabeth was born on Saturday, January 18, 1964, in Chesley to parents Samuel Arthur and Myrna Angela (Miller) Cooke. She was the eldest of three girls, Dianne, Nancy (1965) and Janet (1969), and her childhood was full of many adventures (and misadventures)...

“A Farmer only retires when his heart stops.”  Farming was more than just a way for Jack to provide for his family; farming was his lifestyle. His passion and dedication to the farm never wavered even as he aged.  Until his last days, Jack was always present on the...

Philip Lorne Doig of Chesley passed away at his home on Sunday, July 3, 2022, in his 75th year. Predeceased by his parents J. Lorne and Nora (Mitchell) Doig. He was deeply loved and brought laughter and joy to those around him. Philip will be dearly missed by those...