Obituaries

 ​It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald Thomson, at the age of 94. Ronald was the beloved husband of Dorothy, the love of his life, for almost 72 years. Their life together was filled with love, family, laughter, and many wonderful memories. They were fortunate to share so many years...

Peter Erick Vellow passed away peacefully at the Elizabeth Centre, Val Caron on Thursday, August 6, 2026 at the age of 90 with family by his side.  He was the beloved husband of Heather Ann (Bonnie) Vellow (nee McNicol) (predeceased), married for 59 years.  The loving father of Kimberly (Carl) Bergenstein, Sidney, BC, Robert (Charlene)...

Our hearts are heavy as we share news of the passing of our husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Tapio Markus Paajanen. Tapio left us peacefully on August 1, 2026, just days before what would have been his 79th birthday. Tapio is survived by his soulmate Monique. He was a proud father to Kurt (Stacy),...

In Loving Memory of Shirley Lucille Laplante (née Doyle) of Azilda, who passed away on July 31, 2026 at the age of 79. Born in Mattawa on December 30, 1946 to the late Joseph and Anna Doyle (née Vachon) Shirley was the beloved wife of Gérard Laplante for 62 years. She is survived by her three...