Alfred Leon Roisin, a beacon of kindness and unwavering optimism, left us on December 27, 2025, at the venerable age of 94. Born on July 13, 1931, in Belgium to the late Louis and Reneé Roisin. Alfred was married in 1963 to Lise Madison in L’Acadie, Québec, and together they […]
Obituaries
August 5, 1944 – January 6, 2026 Leland George Stinson, known to friends and family as “Lee,” and occasionally “Bear,” passed away peacefully at Burnaby Hospital in British Columbia on January 6, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on August 5, 1944, in Fort Frances, Ontario, Lee was the […]
The family of Robert Luke Archie regrettably announce his passing on January 3, 2026, at the Rainy River Hospital with his daughter by his side. Robert was born in Assabassca, now known as Mishkosiminiiibiing First Nation, Ontario, on November 5, 1938, to Robert John and Pauline (nee Bluebird) Archie. Left […]
It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of Tom Campbell at Riverside Hospital, Fort Frances, Ontario, on December 29, 2025, at age 79. Tom felt that he was very fortunate during his lifetime and was grateful for the many opportunities that he experienced. He grew up in […]
The family of Jeannine Elizabeth Cornell sadly announces her passing on January 2, 2026. A full obituary will follow. Arrangements entrusted to Northridge Funeral Home Ltd., Emo, Ontario.
The family of Laurent (Lawrence) Sylvio Desserre, 95, of Fort Frances, formerly of Pinewood, Ontario, are saddened to announce his passing on January 4, 2026. Full obituary to follow. Arrangements entrusted to Northridge Funeral Home Ltd., Emo, Ontario.
Born September 18, 1949, in Plaster Rock, N.B. Passed away peacefully with his family by his side on January 3, 2026, at Fort Frances Hospital. Left to mourn are his wife of 55 years Barb (Haines) Everett; daughters Bobbi-Jean Pitkanen (Tom), Shauna Ahern (Jason); grandsons Kole Pitkanen (Kristen), Tyson Pitkanen […]
It is with great sadness that we announce Beverley Rose-Mary Kozachenko passed away peacefully with her family by her side after battling a brief illness on January 1, 2026. Bev was born June 28, 1940, In Fort Frances, Ont., to her parents Dorothy May and Ivan Cunningham. She was raised in Fort Frances prior to moving to Atikokan where […]
Sadly the family announces the passing of Joy Marie Legaree, 90, of Fort Frances, Ontario, on January 1, 2026, at her residence in Fort Frances. Joy was born in Rainy River, Ontario, on December 4, 1935, to parents Ben and Violet Morrison. She will be lovingly remembered by her children […]
Dolly was born May 30, 1935 in Fort Frances Ontario to parents Albert and Lilybelle Warren. She was united in marriage to Conrad Lemieux in 1952 and together they resided and raised their family in Fort Frances. Sadly the family announces the passing of Agnes Dale Lemieux “Dolly,” 90, of […]
Albert Sulo Rajala was born on January 4, 1945, and passed away peacefully on his 81st birthday. Al was deeply loved by those who knew him. He had many adventures throughout his life and greatly enjoyed sharing his stories with those who gathered around him. He will be remembered for […]
John Wesley Big George, age 56, of Rainy River, Ontario, passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2025. He was known for his great sense of humour, the warmest and biggest smile, and the best hugs—ones that made everyone feel at home. He lovingly referred to his daughters as “his girls” […]
