Since I started writing this column back in 2007, I typically try to write about seasonally relevant topics, mostly related to fishing but sometimes other outdoor activities as well. There are always fishing seasons open and it’s usually not to hard to find something to write about but I won’t […]
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OK, so today starts the official day that the holidays are over. No more putting things off and eating snacks and treats. I never get excited to de-Christmas here, but I’m feeling more ready this year since I have big plans to do a major de-clutter. I am still hosting […]
Sadly, the family announces the passing of Kevin Dale Berg, 59, formerly of Stratton, Ontario, on January 2, 2024, at his place of residence in Hamilton, Ontario. Kevin was born in Emo, Ontario, on July 27, 1964. Kevin was predeceased by his grandparents; Harold and Ellen Doudiet of Dryden, Ontario, […]
Doug passed away peacefully with family by his side on January 3, 2024, after a long battle with cancer. He was born March 30, 1965, to Gene and Lois (Angus). Doug married Sharon (Gillies) on July 5, 1985, and soon started their family. Dad had various jobs over the years, […]
The family of Michael Foran, 59, of Couchiching First Nation, sadly announce his passing on Thursday, January 4, 2024. Full obituary to follow. Arrangements entrusted to Northridge Funeral Home Ltd. Emo, Ontario.
Bradley Haw, a lifetime resident of North Branch, Ontario, passed away peacefully at home on the farm as he desired on Saturday, January 6, 2024. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Edith Haw (Stang) of 54 years in 2009. Bradley was born in 1933 in Rainy River to the […]
On January 5, 2024, Madeline Rose Martin, born Rose Madeline Legaree, passed away at Rainycrest Home for the Aged in Fort Frances, Ontario, peacefully at age 90 with family by her side. Madeline was born to the late Mary Ann and Alcide Legaree on April 23, 1933, in Fort Frances, […]
In loving memory of John Roderick McLeod, who was born on May 8, 1940, in Black Hawk, Ontario. He was one of 11 siblings, born into a close-knit farming family. John passed away peacefully on January 4, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by the love […]
The family of Marlene Anne McQuarrie (Ervick) announce her passing on January 9, 2024, at Ross Memorial Hospital, Lindsay, Ontario, in her 87th year. Marlene was born the eldest of five children on January 29, 1937, to Anne Gladys Ervick (Sanders) and Harold Marentius Ervick. She is predeceased by her […]
The family of Lyla Sanders announce her peaceful passing on Thursday, January 4, 2024, at the age of 97 years. Lyla was born on January 29, 1926, in Russell Manitoba to Louis and Katherine Mink. She was raised on the farm as the youngest of three siblings before travelling to […]
Peacefully on January 5, 2024, Elmer Whitefish, 87, of Lac La Croix passed at the Atikokan General Hospital. He was born August 10, 1936, in Lac La Croix to parents John and Doris Whitefish. He had a great love for music especially the fiddle. He loved his grandchildren and enjoyed […]
It is with heartbreaking and overwhelming sadness that we announce the passing of Joy Woodhall on December 2, 2023. She was born on December 18, 1951, to Clora (Dumeney) and Weldon McEvoy. Joy will be affectionately remembered and deeply missed by her daughter Kimberly (Woodhall) Kleckner, son-in-law Mike Kleckner, grandson […]
