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Betty Beaman passed away peacefully at Fordwich Village Nursing Home on January 1, 2026, at the age of 74. Beloved wife of Peter Beaman, Betty will be lovingly remembered by her family. She was a devoted mother to Tiffany (Simon Marsh) Buchanan of Atwood and Dean (Valerie) Buchanan of Listowel, and a caring stepmother to David Beaman and Krista (Ian) Emmerson. She was a cherished grandmother to Parker, Bayden, Sarah, Emily, and Megan, and a loving step-grandmother to Noah, Lia, Jasmine, Abbey, Poppy, Jeremy, Lilly, and Hazel. Betty is survived by her sister Brenda (Alfie) Vaughan and her brother Allan MacDonald, and was predeceased by her parents, George and Hilda MacDonald, and her sister-in-law Joan MacDonald. She is also fondly remembered by Thelma Will, longtime friend of her brother Allan. A woman who truly loved the simple joys of life, Betty cherished time spent with family and friends and had a special fondness for the Christmas season, which she celebrated with enthusiasm and warmth. She was an active member of Lucknow United Church and its choir, finding joy in music and fellowship, and she also enjoyed being part of a ukulele group. Betty was a loyal supporter and could often be found cheering proudly from the sidelines as she watched her son Dean play baseball. Cremation has taken place, Family and friends are invited to gather on May 2, 2026, at 2 PM at the home of Dean & Valerie  6662 Perth Line 86, Listowel, Ont . to share memories and celebrate Betty’s life. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society. Online condolences may be left at  www.brennemanfuneralhome.ca . Arrangements have been entrusted to Brenneman Funeral Home.

Lena went to glory to meet her Lord and Saviour on Monday January 5, 2026 at Huronlea Home for the Aged in Brussels at the age of 87. Predeceased by her brothers, Dominic and Mike. And her sisters Ann and Irma. Predeceased by Mike Ferringo, the love of her life. It has been said of Lena that she is "always waiting on someone, always doing something for someone." Lena loved life to the fullest; people, dogs and especially pizza. God answered Lena's prayers by helping her to learn to love all people while doing so she encountered peace and love for herself. Lena will be deeply missed by all who knew her; until we meet again. Cremation has taken place per Lena's wishes and a private service will be held in the Spring of 2026. In lieu of flowers, donations to Parkview Church in Guelph or the Guelph Humane Society would be appreciated by the family. "And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:7 ESV

April 23, 1957- December 25, 2025 Passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital on December 25 th  2025 at the age of 68. Beloved husband of Linda Brown. Loving father of Anne (Shawn Lawson) Laidlaw, Gail Laidlaw, Jamie (Trudy) Laidlaw, William (Jenn) Brown, Cindy Jennings and Kenneth (Krista) Brown. Cherished grandfather of Emma, Lily, Oliver, Hunter, Carley, Hannah, Kaylie, Parker, Shaymus, Shaelynne, Nathan, Jolie, Joslin and River. Survived by his mother Vivien (the late Kenneth) Laidlaw, his siblings Sandra (Ben) Wesselink, Jerry (Barb) Laidlaw, Rosemary Galloway (Jim Brubacher), Kevin (Anna) Laidlaw and sister in law Karen Laidlaw.   Predeceased by his first wife Marie Laidlaw, his brothers Doug (Susan) Laidlaw and Robert Laidlaw and his brother in law Kenneth Rea.    Donald was passionate about hunting, fishing, and anything outdoors. He dreamed of simple living. He was involved in his community from the Atwood Lions Club, organizing and bringing sled dog races to Atwood. His kindness knew no bounds, helping anyone who was in need and will be remembered forever. Memorial visitation will take place on Saturday January 10 th  2026 from 1 PM -4 PM at Brenneman Funeral, 141 John St Atwood. Memorial donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be left at www.brennemanfuneralhome.ca

Passed away suddenly, on December 15, 2025, at the age of 78. Loving husband of the late Marie Ireland for 35 years and of Katherine Ireland for the last 14 years. Beloved father of William Ireland. Cherished grandfather of Brian, Keith and John. Survived by his sisters Rosemary (the late Tex) Donohue and Susan (Wayne) Carter He will be missed by many nieces, nephews and friends. Predeceased by his mother, Ruth Lynch. Morris passionate about his career trucking. He passed away doing what he loved and will be remembered for his knowledge and hard work ethic. As per Morris’ wishes, cremation has taken place and will be interned in the Woodland Cemetery, Mitchell. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online condolences may be left at www.brennemanfuneralhome.ca

December 30 1958 - October 29, 2025 Passed away peacefully with family by her side at Rotary Hospice in Stratford on October 29 th  at the age of 66. Beloved wife of George Worth. Loving mother of Cindy (Jason) Fleming of Spruce Grove Alberta and Vicki Worth-Mabb (Kevin Mabb). Cherished grandmother of Jeffery (Kylie), Kolbie, Nicky (Daniesha), Jordan (Joelie), Taylor and great grandmother to Maven, Jaxy boy, Theo, Brinley, Brooks and a new arrival on the way. She will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Survived by her 5 sisters Predeceased by her parents Bill and Joan Luckhardt. Pat work for many years as a dispatch with Wilhelm excavating   and was very dedicated. Pat was also dedicated to her family and loved all her family very deeply. The family would like to thank Dr. Haffner for the support, care, compassion and the visit at the hospice. As per Pat’s wishes, cremation has taken place, and a celebration of life will take place in the spring. Memorial donations may be made to Rotary Hospice Stratford. Online condolences may be left at www.brennemanfuneralhome.ca Donation link to Rotary Hospice Stratford: https://www.rotaryhospice.ca/donate

Terrance (Terry) Lloyd Yost, the only child of Lloyd and Bertha Yost (Stephan) born in Listowel, Ontario passed on September 10, 2025 with close family and friends by his side (Listowel Memorial Hospital). Terry attended Listowel Central Public School and Listowel District Secondary School.  Following which he studied at Radio College Canada in Toronto.  Upon graduation he joined his father’s business (Yost Appliance and TV) in Listowel where he worked over 30 years. When the family business closed Terry joined the Schaeffler Group Stratford where he made many friends during twenty years of service. Predeceased by his parents Lloyd and Bertha Yost; Aunt Matilda Karl (Henry); Uncle William Stephan (Jean); in-laws, Charles and Winnifred Mann (Steiss); Brother-in-law, Fred Smith; sister-in-law, Barbara Moore (Mann), Survived by his wife Cheryl Yost (Mann); Son, Todd (Kelly Nicholson) and daughter Chelsey (Brandon Lindquist), grandchildren Garrett, Sydney, Carter and Grayson Yost; Charles and Faith Lindquist. Sister-in-law Sandra Smith (Mann) and brother-in-law John Mann; aunt Madeleine (the late Stewart) Steiss; aunt Eileen (the late Harry) Mann; cousins and nieces and nephews. Terry was well known and beloved as a dedicated farm community member.  He grew up working with his Dad in the family business and spent his weekends at the family cottage at Point Clark.  His love of the outdoors started at a young age fishing and playing at the beach and later spending time on their family farm tending to his beef cattle and working the crops.  His love of family guided all of his decisions and Terry loved the time spent at their camp on Manitoulin Island with Cheryl and his furry companion Missy, as well as friends from Canada and USA. He enjoyed time spent with the farmers at the Mitchell Coffee Group (Tim Hortons) solving all of the problems of the world.  In Terry’s opinion there was never a bad cup of coffee or bad hamburger.  His favourite hobby was to go on a crop tour, check the cattle, and know the history of each farm.  He was a faithful, kind, generous, and compassionate husband, father and grandfather and his death has left a huge hole in all of their lives.   Private family graveside service has been held.  Celebration of Life Sunday November 2 at Mitchell Golf and Country Club 1:30 until 4:00 (words of reflections at 2:00). Donations to Listowel Memorial Hospital, Huron Perth VON, Mitchell and Area Mobility Bus or a charity of your choice.  Donation link Listowel Memorial Hospital: https://www.lmhfoundation.ca/make-a-donation Donation link for Huron Perth VON https://von.ca/en/donate-von Live stream link: https://youtube.com/live/iz9T0IU1Wdg?feature=share

Born April 3, 1952 - October 30, 2025 Brian was born in Atwood, ON where he grew up and later owned and operated Atwood Auto Body for many years before moving on to paint at Smith Steel in Atwood. Brian will be missed dearly by his beloved wife Linda Duncan, his daughter Delaney Worton and her husband Chris, his stepdaughter Danielle Foster and her husband Kedric and his stepson Scott Lalonde and his wife Sharon, his grandchildren Brittney, Makenzie, Jadyn, Hunter, Hayden, Blake and Taylor and his great grandchildren Sophie and Emma, his sister Bonnie Berlett and her husband John, sister-in law Kathy Duncan and Ian Farrish and many nieces and nephews. Brian is predeceased by his parents Delford and Donna Duncan and his brother Barry Duncan. As per Brian wishes, cremation has taken place. A private family interment will take place at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Legion Branch 218 Brussels. Online condolences may be left at www.brennemanfuneralhome.ca

August 18 1939- October 20, 2025 Passed away peacefully at Huronlea Home for the Aged, on Monday, October 20, 2025, at the age of 86. Beloved husband of the late Helen Hamilton. Loving father of Julie Hamilton of Kincardine, Rob (Leanne) Hamilton of Atwood, Scott (Leanne) Hamilton of Listowel, and Kimberley (Nicolas) Reis of Belle Vallée. Cherished grandfather of Kelly (Mike) Guy, Kendra (Derek) Brown, Justin (Ashlee) Hamilton, Josie (Dave) McKay, Alicia (Jacob) Byiman, Stephanie (Kris) Cox, Cassandra (Matt) Brodhaecker, Destiney (Nick) Van Dam, Shelby Carson (Luke Danen), Dylan (Julia) Carson, and Sydney (Campbell Kippen). Proud great-grandfather of Bronwyn, Jael, the late Anniston, Hunter, Olivia, Keegan, Paiton, Olivia, Sully, Maria, Colton, Kiera, Conner, Bazz, Kayce, Blayze, Audrey, Jaxson, Sophie, Callum, and Elaina. Predeceased by his parents Gordon and Ethel Hamilton. Barry attended Kitchener Collegiate Institute, where he studied carpentry and architecture, skills that served him throughout his life as a master craftsman. He was well known in the community for his many years as a bus driver, carpenter, and owner of the gas station on Main Street in Atwood. Barry was also a dedicated Boy Scout and Venture leader for decades, faithfully helping with community fundraisers, especially selling Christmas trees each holiday season. He was an avid HO scale train collector and loved sharing his passion for building and creativity with others. In earlier years, Barry helped design and build one of the first school buses. Before that innovation, he personally drove children to school in his car, ensuring they always had a safe ride. He loved his family deeply and cherished time spent at the family cottage in Point Clarke, enjoying summers by the lake and snowmobiling in the winter. The family extends heartfelt thanks to the staff of Huronlea for the exceptional care and compassion shown to Barry during his years there. Visitation will be held at Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John St., Atwood, on Friday, October 24, 2025, from 2–4 PM and 6–8 PM. A memorial service will take place at Atwood Presbyterian Church, Atwood, on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 10 AM. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Alzheimer Society or Huronlea Home for the Aged Recreation Fund would be appreciated. Online condolences may be left at  www.brennemanfuneralhome.ca

October 15 1931- October 23, 2025 Beloved wife of the late Bruce Bennett and Jack Bennett. Loving step mother to Brenda and Doug Browne. Daughter of the late Mabel and Bill Willoughby. Predeceased by brothers Vern and Kenneth Willoughby. Survived by sister in law Pat Willoughby. Predeceased by in-laws, Beryl and George Snider, William and Greta Bennett. She will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Eileen was born in Elma Township, spending most of her life in Howick Township. Eileen spent the last few years as a resident of the Fordwich Village Nursing Home. The family would like to thank the staff for their constant and high-quality care for Eileen over that time. Visitation will take place at Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John St, Atwood on October 28 th  from 10 AM until the time of the service at 11 AM. Interment to follow at Wroxeter Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Heart and Stroke and the Fordwich Village Nursing Home Residence Council. Online condolences may be left at www.brennemanfuneralhome.ca

July 18, 1933- October 23, 2025 Maxine Scholl passed away peacefully with family by her side at Listowel Memorial Hospital on October 23, 2025 at the age of 92. Beloved wife of the late Jack Scholl (1992). Loving mother of Mary Helen (Ken) Dale of Stratford, Kevin “Cubby” Scholl of Atwood, Tanya (Lloyd) Kuepfer of Britton and the late Ron Scholl. Cherished grandmother of Joe (Karen) Scholl, Jeff (Shannon) Scholl, Kristy (Jamie) Taylor, Josh Dale (Sonja), Shane (Mai) Dale, Steven (Chelsea) Scholl, Lisa (Darryl) Dewar, Jackson Kuepfer, Lucas Kuepfer and the late Johnathan Scholl. Great grandmother of 10 with one on the way. Survived by her brother in law Fred Scholl and sister in law Doris Gordon. Predeceased by her siblings, Marion, Helen, Marg, Frank, Joe, Bud and Don. Maxine was a dedicated member of the Atwood Presbyterian Church. The family would like to extend a thank you to the nurses and doctors at the Listowel Memorial Hospital Palliative care unit for their dedication and wonderful care over the last few days. Visitation will take place at Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John St Atwood, On Wednesday October 29 th  2025 from 4-8 PM. Funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Thursday October 30 th  at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to the Palliative Care Unit at the Listowel Memorial Hospital or charity of one’s choice. Online condolences may be left at www.brennemanfuneralhome.ca

November 20, 1925 - October 7, 2025 Passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025 Beloved husband of the late Marie Colquhoun (née Wenzel) for 75 loving years. Loving father of David (Andrea) Colquhoun, Kathryn (Isaias) Teves, and the late Douglas Colquhoun. Cherished grandfather of Scott, Chrystal (Jon), Meghan (Jason), Julia (Ben), Allison (Alex), and Catriona (Noah). Proud great-grandfather of Ayla, Malcolm and Isla. Predeceased by his parents Fred and Mary Colquhoun, his dear son Doug and brothers Murray and Allen. Don will be lovingly remembered by his sister Jean (Ivan) Fischer, sisters  in law Helen Wenzel (the late Jon), Jalna Colquhoun (the late Al), as well as many nieces and nephews. Don was raised on a farm in Elma Township, the middle of three high-spirited boys with a younger sister. After serving in World War II, he earned his BPHE degree and Teaching Certificate from the University of Toronto. Following two years at Ridgetown High School, Don joined Listowel District Secondary School (LDSS) to teach Mathematics and Physical Education, later serving as Vice Principal until his retirement after 30 years of dedicated teaching. He married his high school sweetheart, Marie Wenzel, in 1947 — beginning a lifelong partnership filled with love, laughter, and adventure. An accomplished athlete, Don played rugby, football, hockey, and baseball throughout high school and university. He enjoyed fastball, golf, and pool for many years, and was an avid bridge player who also loved a good game of cribbage or euchre with his wife and grandchildren. Don and his brother Allen, with whom he shared a special bond, worked their family farm together. They spent many enjoyable years involved in the raising and training of standardbred horses in the racing world. Don will be remembered for his sharp mind, acute wit, and unwavering love for his family. Family and friends are invited for visitation at Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John St Atwood, on Monday October 13 from 7 PM-8:30 PM. Visitation will continue Tuesday October 14, 2025 from 10 AM until time of service at 11 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations to Listowel Memorial Hospital or Heart and Stroke would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences can be left at  www.brennemanfuneralhome.ca   Heart & Stroke Donation Link Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation Donation Link:

August 16, 1952 - October 1, 2025 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Diane   Hahn, who died peacefully at home on October 1 ,  2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Beloved wife of 52 years to Bruce Hahn. Loving mother of Darrick (Jane Barkley) Hahn, Bill (Jenn) Hahn, Pam (Trevor) Brame, Charlene Hahn, Adam (Megan) Hahn, Christopher Smith and the late Melissa Hahn (2017). Cherished grandmother of Noah, Mila, Eadie, Owen, James, Danny, Kaden, Ashlyn and CJ. Survived by her brother Rick (Terri) Metzger. Predeceased by her parents Albert and Dorothy Metzger and step-father Stan Foell. Diane was born and raised in Glen Allan, where she established lifelong friendships referred to as “The Gang.” Diane met Bruce in Glen Allan, and together they began their life as a couple, settling in Perth County in 1973. Diane embraced life on the Hahnderosa and became involved with her family, local activities, and various causes. She was a devoted mother of seven, raising her children with patience, strength, and love. Diane advocated tirelessly for her firstborn, Melissa, who had intellectual and physical disabilities. She and Bruce adapted to Melissa’s needs, overcoming challenges together and creating lasting memories. Her example taught all her children unconditional love, courage, and dedication. Diane devoted her career to community service and building connections at both local and international levels. She held significant roles in numerous organizations, co-founded the G.I.R.L.S. Club, and made substantial contributions to local government and community initiatives through leadership, program organization, and fundraising efforts. Throughout her professional and volunteer work, Diane supported children, families, and international students, welcoming many exchange students into her home. Together with Bruce, she served as a foster parent and provided guidance through parent support groups and motivational speaking, positively impacting a wide array of individuals with her commitment.  Diane will be remembered most for her warmth, resilience, and ability to find positivity in every circumstance. She touched many lives with her generosity, laughter, and dedication to community. Her legacy lives on in her children, grandchildren, the students she hosted, and the countless people she inspired. We want to express our heartfelt thanks to Adrianna, the resource nurse from the Listowel medical clinic and the Care Partners’  visiting nursing team, as well as all those who supported her throughout her cancer treatments and ongoing care. Visitation will take place on Saturday October 4, 2025 at Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John St. Atwood, from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM. Visitation will continue at the funeral home on Sunday October 5, 2025 from 2-4 PM. Funeral mass will take place on Monday October 6 th  at 11 AM at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Kinkora. Interment will make place in Macton Cemetery at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Huron Perth Children's Aid Society or L’Arche Stratford. Online condolence may be left at  www.brennemanfuneralhome L' Arche Stratford Donation Link: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/9035 Huron Perth Children's Aid Society Donation Link: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/84447