Sadly, the family announces the passing of Jeannie Morphet, 92, on Monday, Dec. 18, 2017 at Rainycrest Long-Term Care in Fort Frances, Ont. Funeral arrangements are pending and a complete obituary will follow.
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Elaine Agnes Frazer (nee Harland) passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2017 in Perth, Ont., at 80 years of age, after a decade with Alzheimer’s. Cherished wife of Doug Frazer (d. 1987); beloved mother of Bruce (d. 1966), Paul (Caroline), and Garth (Catherine); grandmother. of Ethan, Noah, Matthew, Naomi, […]
It is with profound sadness that the family of Sharon Jean Myers announces the unexpected passing of their dear beautiful wife, mother, sister, and friend on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2017. Following a short illness and surrounded by family, Sharon went to be with her Lord. Born in Winnipeg, Man. on […]
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Joseph Dorie announces his passing, at the age of 84, at La Verendrye General Hospital in Fort Frances Ont. Eight months have passed since the passing of his beloved wife, Patsy Ann. Joe spent much of his time in remembrance and […]
Dear editor, The 2017 “Coats4Kids” campaign is now over and has been branded as a huge success. With the help of more than 20 local partners, the Knights of Columbus have secured eight dozen brand new winter coats for at-risk youths in our community. This will bring some relief to […]
To the editor: We are very disappointed that town council decided to change the Sister Kennedy Centre’s name. Margaret and I were not seniors yet when Sister Kennedy and a dedicated group realized that there was very little for seniors in our community, notably a place to meet and socialize. […]
Who should get a stocking with a single potato or a lump of coal this year? There was a pervasive belief in the 19th century that if you were poor, it was because you or your ancestors did bad things. God was punishing you. If you live in the United […]
Monday was my first official day off–well, kind off. I had two meetings and was hoping to do some shopping. I have next-to-no gifts purchased yet so my list is a mile long. If you see me in town shopping, and I am not very friendly, don’t be offended as […]
What do you find inside the silence, in the dark, nestled there, out of harm’s way, safe from the chaos of being alive? You find the soft under-belly of who you are. I ache for the silence this time of year; the still sense of peace that often gets lost […]
Over the past few days when I looked at my social media pages, I couldn’t help but notice all the fish pictures that my friends have been taking on the ice-all across Sunset Country and in neighbouring areas. While I haven’t been fishing on the ice yet, I’m going to […]
Sharon Myers, of Fort Frances, Ont., passed away Thursday, Dec. 14, 2017 in Thunder Bay, Ont. A memorial service will be held Thursday, Dec. 21, 2017 at 11 a.m. at Knox United Church in Fort Frances. A complete obituary will follow.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald Franklin Mainville, 74, on Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2017. Ron was born on Sept. 8, 1943 in Fort Frances, Ont. to Dan and Madeline Mainville. Ron was predeceased by his son, Bobby; granddaughter, Sara Joan; and his parent. He […]
