Passed away peacefully at the CHUS Hôtel-Dieu, on Saturday, December 16, 2017 at the age of 90 years. Husband of the late Joyce Hawkins, Survived by Kelvin (Diane), Clifford (late Janet), Clayton (Wendy), Colin (Mary), Jocelyn (James), Mavis (Gilles), Martin and dear friend of Marion Patrick. He also leaves to mourn his grandchildren, great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, April 28, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at the St-Anne’s Cemetery in Richmond.

1982 -2017, Accidently in Perth, Ontario, on August 7, 2017 at the age of 35, formally from Kitchener, Ontario. Samantha was the beloved daughter of Henk and Vicki Stremmelaar of Stanstead. She was a dear sister to Amber (Aaron), a loving aunt to Nethaneal, Benjamen, Hannah and a special grand-daughter to Nana (Marion Cox). She is predeceased by her beloved Papa (John Cox). She also leaves to mourn her aunts Wendy Luce (Keith), Shelley Clark (Kevin) as well as many other aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family. She leaves her beloved Chris Zimmerman and her very very best friends Danielle Kennedy (Chad) and Amber Van Wyck, as well as all the many friends, co-workers and members of the Kitchener community. She was loved by all who knew her. Visitation will be held at the Cass funeral Home, 545, Dufferin St, Stanstead, Qc, on Friday, August 18, 2017 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. as well as on Saturday, August 19, 2017 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. A funeral service will follow at the funeral home with Rev. Barbara Wintle officiating. As a memorial tribute, donations to the World Vision Canada, 1, World Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L5T 2Y4, would be appreciated by the family.

1937 - 2017 - Passed away peacefully on May 12, 2017 in his 80th year. Beloved husband of the late Lois Bailey Bryant and the son of the late Elwin and Evelyn Bryant of Austin, Quebec. Cherished father of Gordie (Patty), Pamela (Bud), Laura (Dwight), Ronnie (Carol), Trevor Bryant and Barbara Burbank (Randy) and the late Arthur Bryant Jr. Loving grandfather of Dwight jr., Trevor (Chloe), Corey (Mimi), Jesse (Erica), Ashley (Matt), Dylan (Tara), Bryce (Shailagh), Trudy (Greg), Jody (Sean) and the late Austin Bryant. Arthur will also be sadly missed by his great-grandchildren Maverick, Payton, Arthur, Harper and Tom; his brother Melvyn (Helen) and sister Margaret (Sid); as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and numerous Friends.  Honouring Arthur’s wishes, there will be no visitation and a graveside service will be held at the East-Bolton Cemetery on Saturday, August 26, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. with Melvyn Bryant officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations to the East Bolton Cemetery c/o Malcolm Juby, 124, Archie Mitchell St, Lennoxville, QC, J1M 2K1; or the Austin Fire Department c/o Paul Robitaille 21 Millington Road, Austin, QC, J0B 1B0, would be greatly appreciated by the family.

1922-2017 - Passed away at the CHUS Fleurimont August 25, 2017. Loving wife of the late Garth Carson, mother to Mary and Lois (David Jones) and grandmother to Dylan Jones (Katie Castro) and Caleb Jones (Laurène Jardin). Daughter of the late Charles and Mildred Horan, she is survived by brother George Horan and sisters Deveda Morrill, Elva Lockwood and Murdeena Jordan as well as many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by brothers Andrew, Gordon, Carl and Clair Douglas Horan, and sisters Eileen Carson and Leola Kazulak. Hazel was a well-known teacher in the community of Richmond where she taught for more than 30 years at St. Francis Elementary School. She was a graduate of Macdonald College and Bishop’s University. She will be lovingly remembered for her dedication to her family and friends and her commitment to the community where she was a member of many organizations including the Women’s Institute (Gore). A service in memory of Hazel will be held at St. Anne’s Anglican Church, Richmond, on Sunday, August 27 at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Hazel Carson Memorial Scholarship at Bishop’s University, c/o University Advancement Office, 2600 College St. Sherbrooke QC J1M 1Z7 would be greatly appreciated by the family.

1931 -2017 Passed away at his home in Stanstead, on August 29, 2017, at the age of 86. Loving husband to Joanne Davis. Mr. Powers leaves to mourn his children Melville (Judy), Phyllis and Jason (Sabrina). He is predeceased by his daughter Lorie (Wayne). He will be missed by his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Family and friends will gather at the Cass funeral Home, 545, Dufferin, Stanstead, QC, on Saturday September 2, 2017 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. A private funeral service will be held at a later date. The family extends its heartfelt appreciation to caregivers at the CLSC Memphremagog and to neighboring friends.

1954 – 2017 Surrounded by his family, Dale Hartley passed away at the Hôtel Dieu hospital on August 30, 2017 at the Age of 63, husband to Margaret Brus and son of Gordon and Zita Hartley. He leaves to mourn his sons Michael and Christopher (Laura); his grandchildren Chase and Colton; his brother Wendall (Jean) and their children Gina and Jason. He is predeceased by his sister Gertrude. He will also be missed by his aunt, by the Brus family, cousins, other relatives and many friends. Family and friends will gather at the Cass funeral home, 900, Clough St, Ayer’s Cliff, QC, on Sunday, September 3, 2017 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. A private graveside service will be held at a later date. The family wishes to thank the caregivers at the Palliative Care Unit of the Hôtel Dieu Hospital for the excellent care given to Dale. As a memorial tribute, donations to the DeafBlind Ontario Services, 17665, Leslie Street, Unit 15, Newmarket, Ontario, L3Y 3E3, would be appreciated by the family.

67 years of age, passed away peacefully at Grace Christian Home in Waterville, Qc, surrounded by her loving family, on Saturday September 02, 2017, after a lengthy illness. Sadly missed by husband and best friend, Christopher Wood. Pre-deceased by her parents Roland and Isabel Hartley, her son Scot Archer, and her son-in-law Daniel Beauregard. She leaves behind her adored daughter Kimberley Archer (Ivan) and much loved grandchildren Alyssia & Daniel Junior "DJ". She will also be missed by step-daughter Laura Catchpaw (Kevin) and step-son Richard Wood (Natalie) and step-grandchildren Jasmine, Philip, Dylan & Owen. Also mourned by her sister Sandra Hartley (Dave), special niece Sarah Ferris (Andy), and cherished friends Nan & Dave Rock, her second family. Nancy's family was her passion! She touched many lives with her generous and loving nature. Her infectious smile and lively spirit were endearing. A celebration of her life will take place Thursday, September 07 2017 at 11:00 AM, Cass Funeral homes, 545 Rue Dufferin, Stanstead. Visitation Wednesday, September 6, 2017 from 7:00-9:00 PM and Thursday 9:00-10:30 AM. Any donations can be made to the Frontier Animal Society, to be handled by Cass Funeral Homes.

(1919-2017) Passed away peacefully at home on Friday, September 1, 2017 in his 99th year. Survived by his wife Jean Kerr and predeceased by his sister Phyllis and brother Oliver. Resting at the Cass Funeral Home, 3006 College St. Sherbrooke (Lennoxville), on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm and on Thursday, September 14, 2017 from 1:00 to 2:00 pm followed by the funeral service at 2:00 pm with the Pastor Michel Houle officiating. Interment in the Island Brook Cemetery.

(1937 – 2017) Passed away suddenly at her home in Danville on Friday September 8th 2017, Helen Healy at the age of 79. Loving daughter of the late Harvey Healy and the late Bertha Fowler, and dear sister of the Late Mabel (Late George Thorne), The late Kenneth (Harriet), Kathleen (the late Michael Baker), Donald (Esther), Dorothy (Ronald Evans), the late Margaret (late Herb Steele), and Robert (Nancy). Helen also leaves to mourn, her cherished nieces and nephews: Laura (Albert), Dwight (Marielle) and Carol (Don), along with her many other nieces, nephews, relatives and dear friends. Visitation will be held at the Danville-Asbestos Trinity United Church on Friday September 15th from 1 to 3:00 PM, followed by a funeral service at 3:00 pm with Mr. Ellis Clark officiating. Interment in the Danville Protestant Cemetery following the service. Donations to the charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated by the family.

1981 - 2017 Steven passed away peacefully on September 6, 2017 at the age of 35. Beloved son of Norman Wood and Sharon Bronson. Steven leaves to mourn his aunt Darlene (Mike), uncles Ronald and Michael and many other relatives and friends. A graveside service will be held at the Ayer’s Cliff Cemetery, 967, Main Street, Ayer’s Cliff, Qc, on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. with Reverend Barbara Wintle officiating. Donations in Steven’s memory to the Ayer’s Cliff cemetery would be appreciated by the family. Ayer’s Cliff Cemetery, 950 Rue Amy, Ayer’s Cliff, QC., J0B 1C0

(1925-2017) Passed away peacefully at Grace Village, Sherbrooke on Thursday, September 7th, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Arnold Tweed. Mrs Nutbrown Tweed leaves to mourn her sister Mildred Nutbrown Green as well as many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, September 19th, 2017 at 2:30 p.m. at the Malvern Cemetery. Donations to the Dr. W.J. Klinck Foundation, 1515 Pleasant View, Sherbrooke, QC J1M 0C6 would be appreciated.

Passed away in his 87th year at the CHUS Fleurimont on September 11, 2017. William leaves to mourn his sons Robert (Renate), David, Daniel (Suzanne) and seven grandchildren, along with nieces and nephews. A private graveside service will be held at a later date.

(1934-2017) Passed away at the CSSS-IUGS Pavillon St-Joseph, on September 7, 2017 at the age of 83. Son of the late Christian Sorensen and the late Gladys Martin. John leaves to mourn his niece Christine Morrison, his great nephew Jeffrey Norris, his brother-in-law Bruce Barber, along with other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Honouring his wishes there will be no funeral service.

(1956-2017) Passed away on September 20th, 2017 at the age of 61. Beloved daughter of the late Douglas Bradley and the late Jane Cole. Margaret leaves to mourn her siblings, Tim Bradley (Diane Elsliger), Jane Cameron (James Cameron), and Peter Bradley (Linda Bradley), along with numerous nephews. The family will receive condolences at the Cass Funeral Home, 3006 College St. Sherbrooke (Lennoxville), on Friday, September 29th, 2017 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

(1947-2017) Passed away with her family by her side, at the Maison Aube-Lumière, Sherbrooke, on Wednesday September 27, 2017, at the age of 70, Judith Anne compagnion of the late Keith Smith and daughter of the late Walter Statton and the late Lillian Desruisseaux. She is survived by her daughter Lillian (Denis), granddaughter Vanessa (Bruno), grandson Greg (Shelby), great granddaughter Charlotte, her stepson Garry Smith and also her brothers and sisters, brothers in law and sisters in law, nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. Resting at Bury St-Paul’s Church, 558 Main St., Bury on Saturday September 30, 2017 from 2 to 3pm followed by the funeral service at 3pm. Interment at Bury Protestant Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Maison Aube-Lumière, 3071, 12ième avenue Nord, Sherbrooke, QC, J1H5H3 would be appreciated.

(1911-2017) Passed away peacefully at Grace Village on Monday, October 2 in her 107th year after a long and full life. Beloved mother of Heather (James Sweeny) and Nora. Cherished grandmother of Claire, Mary (Jean-Marc Francius), Bridget (Chris Maynard), Keira, Johanne, and Tamara and much loved great-grandmother of Xavier, Lewis, Arsène, Gareth, Hannah, William and Elianna. Visitation will take place at Cass Funeral Home, 3006 College Street, Sherbrooke (Lennoxville Borough) on Thursday, October 5 from 2 – 4 p.m. and from 7 – 9 p.m. The funeral will take place on Friday, October 6 at St. Mark’s Chapel, Bishop’s University at 2 p.m. Donations to The Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund, 80 Hayden Street, Toronto, ON. M4Y 3G2 or The Dr. W. J. Klinck Foundation, 1515 Pleasant View, Sherbrooke, QC. J1M 0C6 would be gratefully appreciated by the family. The family wishes to thank the staff at Grace Village for the kindness and loving care they gave to Joan.

passed away peacefully on October 14th, 2017 in Magog at the age of 71 years. She was a loving companion to the late Irvin Cosgrove and a dear daughter to the late Verian McCoy and the late Norman Brown. Jenny was a fierce fighter, a positive life-loving woman who touched and enriched the lives of countless people. She was a creative and generous soul with a quirky sense of humour, who always seemed to know someone no matter where she went. She will be profoundly missed by her loving daughter Robyn (Jarrod Tetreault); her cherished grandchildren Hannah and Grace; her stepchildren: Kelley (Rick), Tracy (Francis), Erin and Tara (Kevin); her brother Winston (Rosemarie Brown); her sisters Dianne (Eric White) and Faye (Roger Bronson). She also leaves many nephews, nieces, cousins, other relatives and friends, and her beloved Café. Visitation will occur at the Cass funeral Home, 900, Clough St, Ayer’s Cliff, QC, on Saturday October 21st, 2017 from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. A celebration of life will follow with Rev. Barb Wintle officiating. The family wishes to give special thanks and express their gratitude to the caregivers of the Résidence Plein D’Amour: Suzanne Cyr, Richard Riendeau and Marie-Hélène Guillemette, as well as to Diane Cyr at La Maison sous les arbres, for the excellent care given to Jennifer. The family also wishes to thank the excellent staff at the CHUS Fleurimont and the CSSS Memphrémagog who always went above and beyond, and to the many friends who accompanied her during her 10 year battle with cancer. In lieu of flowers and as a memorial Tribute to Jenny, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, 5151, boul. de l’Assomption, Montréal, Québec, H1T 4A9, would be greatly appreciated by the family.

(Jan. 30, 1922 - Oct. 12, 2017) Passed away peacefully at Hospice, Cornwall, Ontario. She was the beloved wife of the late Albert Binney and companion to the late Louis Gosselin. She is survived by her children Larry (Kirsten), Marge (Steve), Sheila (Barry), Eileen and Ricky (Christine) and predeceaesd by her son Ronnie (Heather) and daughter Sherry. She leaves to mourn 24 granchildren, 32 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren and her dear brother Frank (Jeannine). Grace was predeceased by 3 sisters and 3 brothers. Family will receive condolences at the Cass Funeral Home, 3006 College St., Sherbrooke (Lennoxville), on Monday, October 16, 2017 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Funeral service and prayers will be held on Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Cass Funeral Home with Rev. Heather Thomson officiating. Interment at Malvern Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Pet Connection, 1730 Wellington St. South, Sherbrooke, QC J1M 1K9 or to the SPCA in Stanstead, QC.

passed away peacefully at the Wales Home on October 14, 2017 at the age of 92, formally from Stanstead. Loving husband to Hazel McComb and son of the late Gordon White and the late Eula Hartwell. Delmar leaves to mourn his sons Gordon (Nancy Jameson) and Robin (Lorraine MacLeod); his grandchildren Erin, Sean (Alexandra), Nicholas, Joshua and great-grandson Forrest. Delmar was a brother to the late Robert (Mary), the late Nyla (Late Frank), Dale (Winnie) and the late Basil. He will be missed by his many relatives and friends. Visitation will be held at the Cass funeral Home, 545, Dufferin, Stanstead, Qc, on Saturday, November 4, 2017 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. A funeral service will follow with Rev. Barbara Wintle officiating. The family wishes to thank the many caregivers at the Wales Home for the wonderful care provided to Delmar.  In lieu of flowers, donations to the Wales Home Foundation, 506, Rte 243, Cleveland, Québec, J0B 2H0, would be appreciated by the family.

Passed away peacefully at the Wales Home, Richmond QC, on Tuesday, October 3, 2017, at the age of 88. She leaves behind her sons Ian (Nicole Blake), Melbourne QC, and Cameron (Cindy Rusnak) Waterloo, ON, her grand-daughters Anne-Marie, Corinne, Isabelle, and Hannah. Also mourning from the U.K. are her sister Meryl Parker (late Douglas), nephews Jonathan and Gregory, and long-time friend Dorothy Pearson. In keeping with Gillian’s wishes, there will be no visitation or service. Following cremation, a private family graveside service will take place at a later date. Special thanks to the staff at the Wales Home for their compassionate care of Gillian. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Wales Home Foundation or the Parkinson’s Society would be appreciated.

passed away peacefully on October 15, 2017, at the CHUS Fleurimont. He was predeceased by his parents John Home and Marion Pidgeon. He was the loving father of William (Isabelle) and Bruce (Katherine) and proud grandfather of Jake, Dezmond and Billie. William leaves to mourn his two sisters Alice (Larry) and Mary (Jerry). In accordance with his wishes there will be no visitation or service. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. As a memorial tribute to Bill, donations can be made to the Grace Village c/o the Dr. W.J. Klinck Foundation, 1515 rue Pleasant View, Sherbrooke, QC J1M 0C6.

1931 -2017 Passed away at CSSS Memphrémagog on October 26, 2017, at the age of 76. Loving wife to the late Wallace Powers and daughter of the late Moody Davis and the late Phyllis Wormsley. Mrs. Davis leaves to mourn her children Melville (Judy), Phyllis and Jason (Sabrina). She is predeceased by her daughter Lorie (Wayne). She will be missed by her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. The family and friends will gather at the Cass funeral Home, 545, Dufferin, Stanstead, QC, on Tuesday, October 31, 2017 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. A private funeral service will be held at a later date. The family extends its heartfelt appreciation to caregivers at the CHLSD Memphremagog.

Passed away peacefully in his 25th year on October 26, 2017, at 5:25 pm Saskatchewan time at the Regina General Hospital with his mother Ngaire DeNora by his side. Myles sustained two very serious brain injuries after an ATV accident on October 8 and never regained consciousness.  Myles is the cherished and beloved son of Ngaire DeNora and the late Joseph Alfred Labrecque. He is the cherished grandson of John DeNora and Nancy Stewart and the late Elinor DeNora, the late Gladys Audrey Parr Labrecque and Joseph Clifford Labrecque. Myles will be remembered with love by his uncles Sean (Helene), Miles (Marianne), Peter (Emily), Phil (the late Diana), his aunts Sally (Kevin), Gill, Helen, Beverly, Joyce, Shirley, and his great-aunts Mary, Pat (the late Roger), Linda (Gordon), and Yolanda (Bill), and all their families. Myles will be sadly missed by his girlfriend, Karinda Dawn, of Kipling, Saskatchewan, and remembered fondly by his brother Allan Labrecque and numerous cousins, particularly Adam, Johan, Elinor, Cheryl, Brenda, Shelley, Sarah, Todd (Nancy), Meghan, Colin, Chris, Seth and Ryan. Myles has incredibly loyal and good friends because he was an incredibly loyal and good friend, to Dan Sylvester, Nathan Johan, Mike Dutka, Jane Millar, Cameron Winter, Corey Winter, Corey Wilson, Sam Godbout, Adam Patton, and Jessie Cunningham, to name only a few of those who are heartbroken by their loss. Myles learned welding in Lennoxville and had a successful career in that profession, first at Wulftec in Ayer’s Cliff and then with Seed Hawk in Saskatchewan. He was an enthusiastic self-taught guitar player and owned several different guitars. He was always active and enjoyed life to the fullest. He was also an avid animal lover and will be missed by his dog Tyson and his cat Holly. Donations in Myles memory to: YouCaringSupport for Myles DeNora Labrecque and Ngaire DeNora (https://www.youcaring.com/ngairedenora-990817) or to the Frontier Animal Society (www.frontieranimalsociety.ca), 2405, Griffin, Ogden, Quebec, J0B 3E3, would be appreciated by the family. A celebration of Myles’ life will be held on Saturday, November 18, at Cass Funeral Home (545 Dufferin St, Stanstead). Visitation will be held from 1 pm to 3 pm, followed by a service at 3 pm. A reception will follow at the Stanstead Royal Canadian Legion on Maple Street from 4:30 to 7:00.

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at the CHUS Hotel-Dieu on October 26, 2017 at the age of 90. Beloved husband of Gisèle Fontaine and the late Thérèse Gagnon. Dear father of the late Christian, Yvon (Micheline), Diane, Gilles (Carole), Jocelyne (Paullin). He was the brother of Mireille and the late Mariette (Norbert Tanguay). He leaves to mourn his stepchildren Johanne (Paul) and Judith (Pat), his grandchildren, great grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held in St-Rosaire Catholic Church, Sawyerville, on Saturday November 4, 2017 from 9 to 11 am followed by a funeral service at 11am. Interment at the St-Rosaire Cemetery, Sawyerville. In lieu of flowers, donation to the CHUS Foundation for Palliative Care, 530, 10è avenue South, Sherbrooke, QC, J1G 2R9 would be appreciated by the family.

1930-2017 It is with much sadness that we announce her passing on October 26th, 2017 at the age of 87. She was the daughter of the late Judson and the late Eliza Farwell. She is survived by her brother Donnie (Olene), her sister Jean (late Louis Monty) and her brother-in-law Bill Hudson (late Joyce), many nieces & nephews and very close friends. Norma was predeceased by her brothers Albert (late Violet), Arthur, and sisters Esther (late Clovis Côté) and Joyce (Bill Hudson). Norma was born in Compton and later her parents moved to Ayer’s Cliff. For many years she was a truly dedicated teacher. She was a very wise person, her voice and lessons will remain in our hearts. She enjoyed music, especially opera, cross-country skiing and curling. She will be greatly missed. A private ceremony will take place at the Ives Hill Cemetery in Compton.

Passed away peacefully at the CHUS Fleurimont, on November 8, 2017 in her 87th year. Loving wife of Mark Clark. Dear mother of Debra and Sylvia (Lucien) and cherished grandmother of Jessica and Jeremy. A private burial has been held.

Passed away at the Asbestos Hospital on Wednesday November 8th 2017, Jules Blouin at the age of 75. Loving husband of Peggy Smith, and dear father of Lisa and Joyce (Dennis). Jules also leaves to mourn his 6 grandchildren, 1 great granddaughter, along with many brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, and many nieces, nephews and dear friends. A private graveside service will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Cass Funeral Homes 819-564-1750 www.casshomes.ca

It is with much sadness that our family announces the passing of Carole at the Wales Home on November 9th, 2017 at the age of 80 years with her loving husband and best friend Hilton Driver by her side. Carole was the daughter of Maurice Ewing and Jeanne Poulin. Dearly loved mother of Jan (Gordon Saray), Lisa, and Paul (Lois Miller) and grandmother to Amy and Elliott Saray, Elyse, Leah and Anna Driver, Rosa and Marcella Driver-Moliner. Carole will be greatly missed by her brothers Dennis Ewing (Denise) and Ron Ewing (Theresa), her brothers in-law Galen Driver (Heather) and Norman Allard (Lorna), many nieces, nephews, family and friends. The family would like at this time to thank the staff of the Connaught (Grace Village) and very recently the Wales Home for the excellent and warm care she received over the last several months. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday November 18th, 2017 between the hours of 2:00 and 5:00pm at the Township of Melbourne Hall located at 1257 Route 243, Melbourne, Quebec. Please join us and share your favourite memories. A spring burial of ashes will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to either of the care homes would be greatly appreciated:

Tena passed away peacefully at the CHUS Fleurimont, Sherbrooke, on November 4, 2017 at the age of 88. She was the daughter of the late Abram and Bathy Harder. She leaves to mourn her daughter Shirley and her sons Fred (Sherri), Clifford, and Donnie, her grandchildren Aylssa, Sam, Erica, Spencer, Justin, Ian and Katie, her many great grandchildren and her sisters Mary, Sarah and Susie. Tena was predeceased by her sisters Margaret and Helen and her brothers Peter, Abe and John. A private burial service was held at the Greenwood Cemetery Waterville as per Tena’s wishes. “Shultz” will be greatly missed by family and friends.

Passed away peacefully at the Wales Home on Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at the age of 92. Born in Veghel Holland. She was the daughter to Hendricus Verbeek and Maria Johanna van der Pol, and wife to the late Peter Goorts. Anna leaves to mourn her children Peter (Cynthia), the late John, Henry (Lisa Crosby) and Johanne (Brian Taber). She was grandmother “Oma” to Jeremy (Maryse Chagnon), Jason, Sarah, Chris (Isobel Lupien), Marisa, Andrew and Brandon (Katrina Raymonde). Great-Oma to Zachery, Anthony, Fredrick, Riley and Adrian. She will be missed by numerous relatives and friends in Canada and Holland. Visitation will be held at the Cass Funeral Home, 295 Principale St. S. Richmond, on Friday November 24, 2017 from 7:00 to 9:00 PM and on Saturday November 25 from 1:00 to 1:45 PM. A funeral Mass will be held at the Ste-Bibiane Church, Richmond at 2:00 PM. The family would like to thank the Wales Home and especially all of the Norton 3 staff for the excellent care given to Anna. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the Wales Home Foundation, 506 Rte 243 N, Cleveland, QC J0B 2H0 would be greatfully appreciated.

Passed away peacefully at the CHUS Fleurimont, on November 23, 2017 in her 89th year. Survived by her loving husband Lloyd. Cherished mother of Sheila, Charles, Anthony (Murdeena) and Marilyn. Dear grandmother of Christopher (Afrooz), Samuel (Elizabeth), Jeremy (Lianne) and Zachary. Great grandmother of Everett and Seamus. Predeceased by her brothers Perry and Mel Lemoine and her sister Betty McKeage. Visitation will take place at the Trenholm United Church, on Monday November 27, 2017 from 1:00 to 2:00 PM followed by the funeral service at 2:00 PM with Rev. Reg Jennings officiating. Interment will be in the Trenholm Cemetery. Special thanks to the CHUS Fleurimont 4th floor nursing staff and the Wales Home Norton 1 caregiving staff for the wonderful care given to Mary. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Trenholm Cemetery Fund would be greatly appreciated.

Winnifred Griffith (Gee) died peacefully at 85 years old on Thursday afternoon November 23, 2017 at the Wales Home in Richmond, Quebec, surrounded by her husband Royce, family and caring staff. Winnifred, dear sister of Brian (Joan) and the late David (Gayle), was the first born child of the late William and Annie Gee (Hughes). She was born March 25, 1932 at the family farm in Gore where she spent 55 of her 85 years. Winnifred met Royce on the first day of the second grade at the Gore schoolhouse and they married on September 24, 1955. Two years later they were blessed with their first child, Jennifer (Geoff Webber), who sadly predeceased her. Winnifred and Royce's family continued to grow, with the additions of Peter (Charlotte Beattie), and Douglas (Allison Beattie). Winnifred will be missed by her many grandchildren, Anne, Erin (Matthew Toth), Kyle (Marie-Pierre Bégin), Amber (Eamonn Waters), Robin (Andrea Jung), Jamie, Alexander, Jessica and Kathleen, as well as her two great-grandchildren, Élizabeth and Liam, and many long-time friends. Until her health no longer allowed, Winnifred was actively involved with the Richmond-Melbourne United Church. As well, she dedicated much of her life volunteering at the Wales Home, and was a life member of the Gore Women’s Institute. On Friday December 1st from 7 to 9 pm, visitation will take place at the Cass Funeral Home, 295 Principale Sud, Richmond. On Saturday December 2nd, visitation will take place at 10 am at the Richmond-Melbourne United Church 247 Principale Sud, followed by the funeral at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Wales Home Foundation or to the charity of your choice.

November 17, 1940 - November 27, 2017 It is with great sadness that the family of Mary announces her peaceful passing on the morning of November 27th at The Grace Village Home in Lennoxville Quebec, after her long battle with Pulmonary and Heart Disease Mary was a nurse at the Sherbrooke hospital for over 30 years, working in the delivery room and palliative care. Through out her retirement years her and her late husband Merritt Andrews shared their love and home with over 200 foster children in Vermont. Even in her last months at the Grace she was still giving care to her fellow residence. Pre deceased by her loving husband of 51 years Merritt Andrews and her eldest son Keith Andrews. She is survived by her brother and sister-in-law Bob & Lee Walker, Newport VT. Her daughter and son in law Lana & Ross Oliver, Kelowna, BC. Her son Corey Andrews and daughter-in-law Kerry Cole, Squamish, BC She will be greatly missed as "Nanny" to her grand children, Tyler, Tanya, Austin, Emily and Abbie Mary is remembered by her many friends and past patients for her never ending kindness and loving nature. The family would like to extend our deepest gratitude to all those who gave their time to visit and care for her over the last few years. A visitation will be held at the Cass Funeral Home, 3006 College St. Sherbrooke (Lennoxville), on Friday Dec 1, 2017 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. A celebration of her Life for family and friends will be held in the Summer of 2018 In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lennoxville Pet Connection, 1730 Wellington St. S. Sherbrooke, QC J1M 1K9.

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Kathy in her 57th year on Nov. 28th, 2017 at the CHUS Fleurimont Hospital. Beloved wife of Dave Bessant and the daughter of Donald McCormick and the late June Statton. Left to mourn her loss are her husband Dave, her father Don, her sisters Barbara (Lance Paxton) Laura (Barry Deadman) and her brother Jeff (Louise), Dave’s brother Dale Bessant and also Dave’s sons Bryan and Dan and their families, her goddaughter Lana Paxton and her godson Greg Savage as well as many aunts uncles nieces nephews great nieces and nephews cousins and friends. There will be a graveside service on Sunday December 3rd, 2017 at 2p.m. in the Bury Protestant Cemetery, Bury Qc. In lieu of flowers donations to the SPCA or a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.

May 18, 1957-November 28, 2017 Passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2017. Predeceased by his parents Lachlan Stalker and Thera Ball and also by his loving grandparents Frank Stalker and Mina Welch. He leaves to mourn his uncle & friend Clayton Stalker, his brothers and sisters John Stalker ( Diane Buzzell ), Heather Stalker, Harold Stalker (Lisa Doyle), Debbie Stalker (Gerry St-Laurent), Helen Begin (Michael Jones), Robert Begin (Helen Mitchell), Lisa Begin (Chris Sylvester) and Elizabeth Begin. He also leaves to mourn numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, along with many life long friends. Visitation will take place at Cass Funeral Home, 295 Principale St. S. Richmond, on Tuesday, December 5, 2017 from 7:00 to 9:00 PM and on Wednesday, December 6, 2017 from 12:00 to 1:00 PM. A graveside service will be held immediately following visitation on Wednesday, December 6th at the St. Andrew’s Cemetery Melbourne Quebec. Write your sympathies or tribute

Passed away peacefully at Grace Village, Sherbrooke, Quebec, on Friday, December 1st, 2017, in her 97th year. Dorothy McGee, beloved wife of the late Garth (Jack) Montgomery. Dorothy is survived by her son, Brian Montgomery (Nancy), also her grandchildren, Brent, Jordan and Danica (Matthew Nutbrown), as well as several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother Ashton, and sisters Doris (Pierre Sarrasin), Hazel, Evelyn (Jim Joyce), and Irene (Francis Paige). Resting at the Cass Funeral Home, 3006 College, Sherbrooke, Quebec, where friends may visit on Tuesday, December 5th, 2017, from 1 to 2 p.m. followed by the funeral service at 2:00. Interment in Malvern Cemetery. We would like to sincerely thank the staff at Grace Village for the compassionate and professional care given to Dorothy. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Dr. W.J. Klinck Foundation, 1515 Pleasant View, Sherbrooke, Quebec J1M 0C6, will be gratefully acknowledged by the family.

After a courageous battle with cancer, we sadly announce the passing of Barbara McAuley, on December 3, 2017 at the age of 64. Daughter of the late Shirley Aldrich and the late Bruce McAuley.  She is survived by her faithful partner Alan Smith, her devoted daughters Kim Bonin (Chris Buzzell), and Angie Bonin (Bruce Buzzell), and her two cherished grandchildren Zack Smith and Paris Bonin. She also leaves to mourn her sister Cheryl Verlinden (late John Verlinden) and nephew Philip Verlinden.  A special thank you to Dr. Masse, Dr. Trudel and the paliative team at the CHSLD, the CLSC and the CO-OP for the care and compassion shown to our mother during the final months of her illness. As per her wishes there will be no funeral, only a short service at the grave at Pine Hill Cemetary, in Magog, PQ on Saturday December 9th at 1 p.m. Arrangements entrusted to Cass Funeral Home, Stanstead,PQ.

1930 -2017 Passed away peacefully at the Magog hospital, on Saturday December 9, 2017 in her 88th year. Beloved wife of Russell Brown and daughter to the late Gordon Knowlton and the late Edna Sisco. She leaves to mourn her husband Russell, her children Byron (Marilyn), Debra (Jack), Trudy (Sue), Cindy (Doug), Laurie (David) and Darryl (Darlene). She will be dearly missed by her grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, her sister Shirley (Stan), as well as many other relatives and friends. Visitation will take place at the Cass funeral, 545, Dufferin, Stanstead, QC, on Wednesday, December 13, 2017 from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. A graveside service will be held in the Spring. As a memorial tribute, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 110-1525 Carling Ave., Ottawa, ON, K1Z 8R9, would be appreciated by the family.