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.
Obituaries
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” […]
With heavy hearts, we are saddened to announce the passing of our dear wife, mother and grandmother Violet (Vi) Doucette (nee Shine) who peacefully passed away December 7, 2025, with her family by her side following a tragic fall. Violet was born April 21, 1945, and grew up on the […]
Arlene Hoffman, 93, a resident of Rainycrest Long Term Care facility in Fort Frances, Ont., passed away peacefully and well cared for on Saturday, December 20, 2025, just days before her 94th birthday and after nearly 20 years of advancing dementia. Arlene and her twin brother Arlen were born in […]
August 11, 1998 – December 16, 2025 Ogima Ginew, Ozowa-Bines. Pizhew Dotami Ojibways of Onigaming First Nation It is with great sorrow that the family of Elijah Indian announces his sudden passing. Elijah was deeply loved by his blended family, he grew up in Onigaming with his Copenace, Indian, Allan […]
Diane Anita Lovisa was born on August 29, 1958, in Fort Frances, Ontario, where she was also raised and remained deeply rooted in her community. Diane was the devoted mother of Michael (Kelly) Noonan, Christine (Bob) Botsford, and Sarah Noonan (Chris Faragher). She was a proud and loving grandmother to […]
Irene McEntyre of Ely, Minn., passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, at Boundary Waters Care Center at the age of 93. Irene was born September 11, 1932 in Fort Frances, Ontario, Canada, to Bernard and Mary (Jolicoeur) Flynn. She married Roy McEntyre on May 12, 1955, and became a […]
