Memorial donations to the Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family and online condolences may be left at www.rushnellfamilyservices.com. A Celebration of Dans Life will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be shared at www.ainsworthfuneralhome.com, WILLIAM JOHN HARDY 1934-2021 William John Hardy of Consecon passed away with his wife Marilyn by his side on Saturday, August 14th, 2021. Online condolences at www.ainsworthfuneralhome.com, DOROTHY ADELE BROOKS (Evers) January 12th, 1924 September 26th, 2021 Peacefully surrounded by her family, entered into rest at the Trent Valley Lodge, Trenton on Sunday, September 26, 2021, Dorothy Brooks (nee Evers) formerly of Publow House and Queen Street, Picton died at the age of 97. A celebration of Bobs life will take place when circumstance permits. A Graveside Service & Rite of Committal with Prayers will be held at Mt. MARIAN LITTLE October 12th, 1931 February 15th, 2021 A Mother holds her childrens hands for awhile Their hearts forever! Vietta was the loving mother of Cindy Snider of Lloydminster, Alberta, Randy (& Vera) of Demorestville, Brian of Belleville, and Peter (& Lorie) of Picton and grandmother of Jay, Kendall, Ben, Michelle, Ryan, David, and Mackenzie and great grandmother of 12 great grandchildren. Dorothea was the proud grandmother of Anastasia Messier (Bryon) of French River and Richard (Carine) of Melocheville, QC and great grandmother of Coulton and Cora Messier. Rick was the brother to Terry (Leanne) of Madoc and will be fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews: Kerrylynn, Robert, Elizabeth and Daniel and his many great-nieces and nephews. Loving father to Kieran (Nathalie), Edward (Carin), and Rachel (Michael). Graveside service at Cherry Valley Cemetery on Tuesday August 10 at 11 am. RODNEY IVOR BLOWER October 5th, 1928 July 16th, 2021 Passed away peacefully at Hospice Prince Edward on July 16th, 2021, in his 93rd year. In his final years, living independently at Berwick Comox Valley, and in Dads fondness of his agrarian life, he meticulously built a model of his family farm, each detail lovingly captured. Casey Spaan of Green Point died at the age of 94. His step-children brought an additional 10 grand-children to his family. Heaven has taken another Angel, our Dad, George Cole. Audrey Whitney officiating. Mrs. Fagan is resting at the Whattam-Hicks Funeral Home, 33 Main Street West, Picton (613-476-2450). All pandemic protocols are being followed and respected; masks/face coverings are required, as well as social distancing is to be respected and maintained. Online condolences and to share memories, please visit: www.rushnellfamilyservices.com, DAPHNE JOAN McMULLAN (Atchison) November 22nd, 1932 August 24th, 2021 One day you will ask me which is more important. Memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society of Prince Edward or the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Survived by her sister Suzanne Cairns and sister in-law Faith Thomlinson. Cremation has taken place. Special thanks to Dr. Scrivens who took great care of Buddy over the years and was with him at the end. He is deeply missed by his brother Greg, sister Susan, and many cousins in Toronto, Peterborough, and England. Online condolences may be shared at www.ainsworthfuneralhome.com Memorial Donations to Love your Library (www.peclibrary.org) or the PEC Minor Hockey Association would be appreciated by the family. He will be sadly missed. He completed degrees in Education at Toronto Teachers College, York University, and the Ontario Institute of Studies in Education at the University of Toronto. Online condolences and to share memories of Jeff, please visit: www.rushnellfamilyservices.com, * * * Olga was the cherished mother of Timothy (Liz) of Windsor and Angie Everall (Steve) of Picton. Although his sweet body was encumbered, eventually to the point of complete dependence, Trevor greeted each day joyfully in anticipation of an adventure, meeting someone new, or a good laugh. Al joined the RCAF at 17 as a private, through years of hard work and perseverance earned a Mechanical Engineering degree from the University of Calgary and went on to become a flight test engineer through the US Naval Test Pilot School in Maryland. The collection includes obituaries, wedding announcements, anniversaries, and birth announcements. JOHN HAROLD WILLIAM HILL August 26th, 1959 August 12th, 2021 It is with saddest regret that we announce the passing of our dear family member John Harold William Hill. His 6th and final career was with the City of Brampton as Manager of Administration until his retirement in 2002. Gary was a devoted follower of Jesus, and family and friends will now gather to seek His comfort and strength. Arrangements entrusted to the Whattam-Hicks Funeral Home, 33 Main St., Picton. Of all the delightful food opportunities in a long lifetime, some of the most special were the cones at Scoopermans after a summer evening stroll down Main Street with her two grandboys, Jeffrey and Colin. He is fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. Mr. Romanchuk rested at the Rushnell Funeral Home Picton Chapel, 33 Main Street West, Picton (613-476-2450). Special niece of Jordan Courtney (fiancee Kali Michaels), Sarah Monroe and Brittney Penn Tomsett and the little cousin of Braxton. They lived in Kitchener until their move in the 1980s to Wellington. A Graveside Service will be held at Cherry Valley Cemetery on Saturday, October 2, 2021 at 1 p.m. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Kentwood Nursing Home for the kind and compassionate care of Connie. Cherished daughter of Brandy (nee Simmons) and Greg and forever remembered by her big sister Ella (age 3). She will be fondly remembered by her three wonderful grandsons, James Pero, Cameron Pero, and William Theakston, who she loved very much. Ross lived a full life. Buck will be laid to rest in a private ceremony at the Sophiasburg Cemetery. Online condolences at: www.rushnellfamilyservices.com. Edna was the beloved wife of Compton Singh for 64 years. Canadian Arrangements entrusted to the Whattam-Hicks Funeral Home, 33 Main Street West, Picton (613-476-2450). He will forever be remembered as a Master (Gold Seal) Tool & Die Maker, Graduate of George Brown College, and will be greatly missed by his many friends and colleagues at Willis Manufacturing. She equally enjoyed many years of long stays in Cocoa Beach, Florida with a fun group of friends. A small family gathering will be held. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or charity of your choice would be appreciated. Melanie was the special aunt of Liam and George Bedard of Picton. Dear brother of the late Nora Kaiser, Eleanor McDowell, Joanne Mallen, Sheila Dean and Brian and Neil York. Jeff will be forever remembered by his many aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends. Online donations and condolences at www.ainsworthfuneralhome.com, HERBERT LANCASTER Herb HICKLING January 4th, 1941 March 15th, 2021 Retired Pipefitter, Dupont Canada 25-Year Member & Leader, Scouts Canada Suddenly entered into rest on Monday, March 15, 2021 at the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital, Picton. Fondly remembered by sister, Connie Sewell and sisters-in-law Diane Werry and Sophia Hanewich. She was very comfortable and happy in her home there. He was the step-father of Jennifer Ronan (Matt) of Picton and Jim Lindsay (Lisa) of Wellington. Kevin arranged to be cremated and laid beside his parents at Belleville Cemetery columbarium at a later date. Who Where Receive John Paul could wax eloquent on almost any subject, always with his trademark ironic wit. Dear sister of Eleanor Osterlee, Faye Everhardus, Vera Mayne and the late Jean Ditchburn, Hilda Pringle, Thelma Struthers, Phyllis Dainard, Gerald Hawley, Geraldine Samson, Brenda Freeburn and Leonard Hawley. Linda rejoined the family business once the kids were off to school, this time putting her newspaper editing experience to work as production manager of the weekly editions of a group of four community papers. I loved them before their birth. Owing to COVID-19 restrictions, in person attendance will be limited to family members. Arrangements entrusted to the Rushnell Funeral Home, Picton Chapel, 33 Main St., Picton, ON If desired, messages of condolence may be left at www.rushnellfamilyservices.com https://www.rushnellfamilyservices.com/whattam-hicks-funeral-home, NINA BEATRICE STACEY At Hospice Prince Edward on Monday, November 29, 2021, Nina Stacey (nee Marisett) passed away at the age of 88. 288 NOXON AVENUE, WELLINGTON www.ainsworthfuneralhome.com, JAMES (Jim) ERIC GUERNSEY July 20, 1939 January 31, 2021 It is with great sadness that his family announce the peaceful passing of Jim on January 31, 2021 in his 82nd year. To celebrate Claudes life, donations may be made to the following charities that were close to her in many ways: Hospice Prince Edward, Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario and Covenant House. Trevors favourite day was his birthday, November 1st. Lovingly remembered by his family: his daughter Karen, and son Brent, niece Dona-Lee, the grand children and his brothers Robert and Jerry and an uncle to many. Her demeanor was to greet each day happily taking pleasure in seeing anyone who popped in, whether a family member or a person from her care team of doctors, nurses and personal support workers (PSW). Beloved husband of Patricia Ann (nee Minaker) of 60 years. Online condolences may be left at www.rushnellfamilyservices.com, * * * John was the brother of Maisie Cockburn of Picton, Bob (& Teri-Ann) of Hanna, Alberta, Paul of Calgary, Alberta, Colleen Prince (& Cameron) of Nepean and Angela Dew (& Steve) of Blackville, New Brunswick. Cremation has taken place with a Private Family Graveside Service at Olivet United Church Cemetery, Seeleys Bay. She will always be remembered by her sister Elva Haggerty of Picton. Survived by her children Colin (Lisu Hill), Kate (Jay Parnell), and Adam (Louise Cooper), and grandchildren Kaleb, Oliver and Ruby, Zepherin and Declan, Henry and Sam. Pamela C. Auxter was born February 8, 1946 in Shreveport, Louisiana. Many years later, when Vern was widowed, he relocated to Prince Edward County; a few years at Quinte Gardens in Belleville, and finally, Hallowell House in Picton. Alameda County moves to orange tier of reopening, health experts caution changes. Condolence messages may be shared at www.ainsworthfuneralhome.com Memorial Donations to the Alzheimer Society of PEC would be appreciated by the family. In lieu of flowers, donations to your charity of choice would be appreciated by the family. Dorothy was the loving mother of Dennis and his wife Reta of Ameliasburg, Patricia Wallwork and her husband Robert of Wellington and John and his wife Kathy of Picton. They married nine years later during WWII living in Halifax, Nova Scotia while Vern served on a Canadian minesweeper in the North Atlantic. He was the son of the late Alfred & Fanny Bicknell (nee Elvins) and beloved husband of the late Pauline (formerly Toye, nee Griffiths). Memorial donations to Emmanuel Baptist Church or the ROC would be appreciated by the family. Vern is pre-deceased by his sisters Joyce Girvan and Barbara Fletcher. Private Family Interment Christ Lutheran Church Cemetery, Maple Leaf. Look at all who have his name in theirs! Audrey Whitney officiating with visitation for 1 hour prior to the service. Ernie spent his career as an engineer with Canadian Pacific, along the rails making several lifelong friends. Fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews and their families. PETER BRYAN BICKNELL May 28th, 1930 December 23rd, 2021 Peacefully entered into rest with his loved ones by his side at the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital, Picton on Thursday, December 23, 2021, Peter Bicknell of Picton died at the age of 91. Mrs. Vaughan is resting at the Whattam-Hicks Funeral Home, 33 Main Street West, Picton (613-476-2450). Inurnment & Rite of Committal with Prayers Mt. If desired, donations to the Hospice Prince Edward would be appreciated by the family. Don was the loving father of Donna Kelly of Picton and Lori Cockburn of Bradford. A private memorial service will be held for family. The family survived but were spilt up to live in different locations for a short time, eventually reunited in a house that Pearls brother Peter had purchased in Woodmansterne, Surrey. She walked many miles around the Library gym floor, earning a special Walking Club T-shirt. Like our page to stay informed about passing of a loved one in Alameda, California on facebook. Dear sister to Geraldine Smith, Carol Mullin and Donald Huntington. Dear father of Amy Vacirca, Francis Vacirca (Mike Laroche), Paul Vacirca (Heather), Ellen Vacirca and Rita Vacirca (Patrick Linett) and step father to Paul (Dawn) Pettingill, Judy Pettingill, Steven Pettingill and Sherry Thackeray (Fred Upshaw). Erika is resting at the Rushnell Funeral Home, Picton Chapel, 33 Main St. Memorial service in the chapel on Friday November 5 at 2 pm. Arrangements entrusted to the AINSWORTH FUNERAL HOME, 288 NOXON AVENUE, WELLINGTON Condolences may be shared at www.ainsworthfuneralhome.com. If desired, donations to the Belleville General Hospital Foundation -Oncology Dept. Beloved wife of the late W. Leo Ryan and loved mother of Larry (Barb) of Hamilton, Jean (Harold) Laird of Bowmanville, Jerry (Pat) of Picton, Kevin of Whitby, RoseMary (Pierre) Bedard of Picton and the late Maureen Rogers. To view online condolences or to share memories, please visit: www.rushnellfamilyservices.com, DEBRA JOAN VADER (Millark) September 6th, 1953 April 20th, 2021 Peacefully entered into rest on Tuesday, April 20, 2021. If desired, donations to Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Back the Build would be appreciated by the family. Helen was predeceased by her brothers and sister and will be fondly remembered by her many nieces and nephews, and especially remembered by her good friend, Sonja Wynen. John will be lovingly remembered by his sister Sylvia Hordyk (late Paul) of Newcastle, and his brothers Sid (Sharon) of Picton and Fred (Ann) of Enterprise and by his many nieces and nephews. The spring after she turned 80, Barb came out to live with her son and his family in the Viking and Vegreville area of Alberta. Visit our Support Center. Dan is survived by his siblings Ron (Shelagh), Colleen Tobler (David), Tim (Tina) and Rob (Yolanda) and is predeceased by sister Nancy Hawke, his brother Al (surviving wife Sue) and he will be fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. He was happiest when his home was filled with family and friends. Alameda County supervisor dies after being hit There was always enough to eat thanks to a big garden. She will be greatly missed by her son, daughters, grandchildren and many others. A Graveside Service will be held at Cherry Valley Cemetery in the Spring. Don Cockburn of Picton died at the age of 89. WebOfficial California Alameda County Obituary Records Provider! She was proceeded in death by her sisters Chloe and Marie, and her brothers, Blake, Bob, Lynyrd, & Ross. A Celebration of Irenes life will take place when circumstances permit followed by Interment at Cherry Valley Cemetery. George has advocated strongly for alternative energy sources in the County and worldwide. Cremation has taken place. Predeceased by siblings Bill and Jeanette Kappel. They retired in the late 1980s and relocated to Wellington, Ontario and Estero, Florida. Predeceased by sister Claudia and parents Tilley and Bill Ward. If desired, donations may be made to the Loyalist Humane Society and would be appreciated by the family. He will be missed and remembered by his long time friend Kevin Simmons and his fiance Angela Gray of Picton, brother Francis (Millie) of Corbyville, sister Donna (late Jack) Futers of Picton, his many friends at the Prince Edward Yacht Club where he was a life member and his many colleagues, fellow teachers and administrators in education. Claude loved gardening, travelling, hooking and a good story. Predeceased by parents Bob and Olive Aird and his Aunt Mary Cahoon whom he cared for, for many years. Helen enjoyed the time spent with her church family and the friendships that blossomed through activities. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Mr. Hickling is resting at the Whattam-Hicks Funeral Home, 33 Main Street West, Picton (613-476-2450). BEVERLY ANNE YOUNG February 4, 1955 June 2, 2021 Suddenly at her home on Wednesday June 2, 2021, Beverly Young passed away at the age of 66. Survived by his son Ken (Leslie) and two wonderful grandchildren, Sara Kaitlin and Ian Roy William. Dear brother of Carolyn Zicari of Toronto and Thomas Zicari of Windsor. Online condolences may be shared at www.ainsworthfuneralhome.com, CLAUDE MARIE KAVANAGH (Belanger) June 25th, 1934 April 13th, 2021 Claude Marie passed away at home on Tuesday, April 13, 2021. Please no flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Prince Edward or the Alzheimer Society of Hastings-Prince Edward. Born and raised a true County Boy by his predeceased parents Ken & Betty Carroll. A celebration of Bills life will be held at the Derby residence at a later date. A very special thank you to all the staff, doctors and nurses at the NICU Kingston Hospital for the wonderful care provided to our Layla and our family. Marion Campbell (nee Young) died at the age of 93. Marie and Angie Abram (Jonathon) of Picton. To leave a condolence please visit Bucks memorial page at www.rushnellfamilyservices.com, * * * Loving husband to Joan Stacey for 53 years. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. He was greatly loved and will be missed by daughter Debbie (Bob Missen), daughter Diane (Bob Aylward), daughter Bev and son Rick (Laura Dickison). In keeping with his wishes, cremation arrangements have been made with the Whattam Hicks Funeral Home Ltd. Main St. Picton (613-476-2450). Beloved wife of the late John Freeborn. Arrangements entrusted to the AINSWORTH FUNERAL HOME, 288 NOXON AVENUE, WELLINGTON.
