December 26, 1955 to October 8, 2016 Jo-Anne Hurst – of Newry, after a 4 1/2 year illness passed away peacefully with her husband by her side at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Saturday October 8, 2016 at the age of 60. For many years Jo-Anne worked for Newry and Monkton Veterinary Services. She then started her own secretarial services business with 22 years at Hutchinson Welding and 14 years at Maitland Terrace. Jo-Anne’s commitment and gift to the work force was her compassion and love she extended to everyone she touched. Beloved wife of Glen Hurst whom she married in 1974. Loving mother of Ann-Marie (Ken) Rehberg and Travis Hurst. Special nana of Jocelyn who predeceased her in 2012 and Jordan Rehberg. Dear sister of Gerard (Karenann) Herrgott, Donna Herrgott, Julie (Rick) Brubacher and sister-in-law of Lloyd (Mary Ann) Hurst. Fondly remembered by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by her parents Tommy and Annette (Siopiolosz) Herrgott. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Tuesday October 11 from 1-4 and 7-9 p.m. with Parish prayers at 6:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, Listowel on Wednesday October 12th, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Father K.P. Morrison officiating. Cremation to follow. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation CT Scanner 255 Elizabeth Street East Listowel, ON N4W 2P5 or North Perth Community Hospice 135 Main Street East, Suite 105 Listowel, ON N4W 2B5 would be appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice at the above address

August 26, 1934 to October 4, 2016 Richard (Dick) Adair – passed away peacefully at his residence in Caressant Care Nursing Home, Listowel on Tuesday October 4, 2016 at the age of 82. Dick enjoyed snowmobiling, bowling, the old white ‘63 Ford and spending time with his family. Beloved husband of the late Maxine (Baillie) Adair who predeceased him on April 19, 2016. Loving father of Lauretta and Chris Raven, Linda Chrissley, Don and Patti Adair. Special grandpa of Mark and Nicky, Kristy and Julian, Emily and friend Kyle, Mike and friend Leona, Jen and great-grandpa of Liam, Casey, Riley and Reese. Brother of Lloyd, Sharon and John Wright, Mary Ellen Gerber and John. Fondly remembered by the extended Adair and Baillie families. Predeceased by his parents Jack and Olive (Pride) Adair, brothers Glenn and Ricky, sisters Doris Ingram, Marlene (in infancy), Gail and husband Robert Osborn and sister-in-law Barb Adair. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Friday October 7 from 7 to 9 p.m. where the funeral service to celebrate Dick’s life will be held on Saturday October 8, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. George Russell officiating. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation CT Scanner 255 Elizabeth Street East Listowel, ON N4W 2P5 would be appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity at the above address.

February 3, 1928 to September 28, 2016 Beth Pehlke – formerly of Monkton, passed away unexpectedly at Stratford General Hospital on Wednesday September 28, 2016 at the age of 88. Beth resided at Country Meadows Retirement Home, Brunner and was a faithful member of Redeemer Lutheran Church Monkton. She enjoyed spending time with her family at the cottage, knitting, crocheting and gardening. Beloved wife of the late Elmer Pehlke who predeceased her in 2004. Loving mother of Diane (deceased 2012) and Terry Dietrich, Eric and Kathy Pehlke, Brian Pehlke, Keith and Kathy Pehlke, Janet and Donald Buchanan. Special grandma of Pam and Larry, Lisa and Jamie, Bill and Erica, Brian, Terry-Lynn, Heather and Jason, Curtis and Meg, Craig, Amy and Tim, Michelle and Mark, Kristy and Dan, Katelyn and Brandon, Kelly and Mike, Brad and Robin, Kyle and Jesse, Ryan and Elesha and 24 great-grandchildren. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Wilbert and Phyllis Davis, Rita Davis, Marguerite Davis, Jack Pehlke, Ken and Rosemary Pehlke, and Betty Pehlke. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Samuel and Edna (Woodley) Davis, brothers Jack and wife Illa, David, Melvin and wife Alice, Hartley, sisters Luella and husband Grant Campbell, Grace Davis, Pauline and husband Bill Seblefski. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Friday September 30 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate Beth’s life will be held at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Monkton on Saturday October 1, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Marvin Bublitz officiating. Interment in Redeemer Lutheran Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Redeemer Lutheran Church 207 Selby Street Monkton, ON N0K 1P0 would be appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity at the above address.

September 13, 1959 to September 22, 2016 Brian Struthers – of Mitchell passed away peacefully at Stratford General Hospital on Thursday September 22, 2016 at the age of 57. Dear brother of Grace Struthers of London, Don and Ann Struthers of Mississauga, Bonnie and Leroy Skinner of RR1 Mitchell. Remembered by his aunts Jean Dewar, Delphine Dewar both of Atwood, Helen McLean of Seaforth, his nephews Tom and Aaron, his niece Karen and his cousins. Predeceased by his parents Percy and Aletha Struthers. There was no visitation and a private family funeral service was held at Brenneman Funeral Home on Saturday September 24, 2016 with Rev. Ernie Naylor officiating. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Mitchell Nursing Home Enrichment Fund 184 Napier Street SS1 Mitchell, ON N0K 1N0 or a charity of one’s choice would be appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity at the above address.

December 5, 1953 to August 21, 2016 Verna Strickert – of Ethel, passed away at Seaforth Community Hospital on Sunday August 21, 2016 at the age of 62. Beloved wife of Walter Strickert whom she married in 1987. Sister of Irene Wagner, Mervin and Adeline Brubacher, Lloyd and Candie Brubacher, Willard Brubacher, Alice and Clayt Knorr. Fondly remembered by brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law John Strickert, Mary Hartman, Irvin and Shirley Strickert, Frieda and Les Ducharme, Lillian and Dave Grandy and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by her parents Simeon and Ada (Gingrich) Brubacher, brothers-in law and sister-in-law Norman and Joan Strickert, Carl Strickert, Ernie Strickert (in infancy) and Wayne Hartman. In keeping with Verna’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation or service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to: Seaforth Community Hospital 24 Centennial Drive Seaforth, ON N0K 1W0 would be appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity at the above address.

May 21, 1928 to August 4, 2016 Marjorie Louise Smith – passed away peacefully at the Ritz Lutheran Villa on Thursday August 4, 2016. Born May 21, 1928, daughter of Hugh and Reba (Boyd) Gilmour. Marj was a dedicated member of Knox Presbyterian Church, Listowel and the Willing Workers. She enjoyed 17 years working at Sears in Listowel. She spent many hours crocheting her “special mama” blankets that will always be cherished by her beloved family and friends. Loving mother of Kenzie and Robin Smith of Molesworth, Donna and Dennis Biehn of Listowel, Chief and Shirley Smith of RR2 Listowel, Sharon and Murray Clarke of Molesworth. Special Mama to Kristal and Brandon Zyta, Ryan and Richelle Smith, Stacey and Paul MacEwen, Torie and Derek Machan, Alanis Clarke and friend Ryan Portena, and Austin Clarke. The best GREAT mama to Abby, Makinley, Aleah, Pierce, Keaton and friend Holly, Holden and Bexlie. Also survived by her sister Audrey and Ken McKague of Wingham and her nieces and nephews. Marj will also be missed by many special friends. Predeceased by her parents Hugh and Reba Gilmour, her sister Marion Campbell and brother-in-law Don Campbell, and her sister Grace Gilmour. A special thanks to the staff at Listowel Memorial Hospital and a very special thanks to “the angels on earth” at the Ritz Villa in Mitchell. They went above and beyond to make sure our mom and mama’s last weeks were as comfortable as possible. Although Marj was only there for a short amount of time, all of the staff loved her and because of that they will be held in a special place in our hearts. At Marj’s request there will be no visitation. A celebration of her life will be held on Sunday August 7, 2016 at the Listowel Legion, 565 Elizabeth Street East, from 1 – 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to: Ronald McDonald House South Western Ontario 741 Base Line Rd. E. London, ON N6C 2R6 or Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation 255 Elizabeth Street East Listowel, ON N4W 2P5 would be appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice at the above address.

August 8, 1925 to June 27, 2016 Nelson Hanna – of London, formerly of Route 1 Atwood, passed away peacefully at his residence on Monday June 27, 2016 at the age of 90. Nelson enjoyed dancing, was a hunter, trapper and fisherman. He was a lifetime member of the Huron County Trappers Association and received an award from the Ministry of Natural Resources for his co-operation in the Rabies Research Program. Beloved husband of the late Lillian (McCourt) Hanna who predeceased him in 2005. Loving father of Louise and Don Buchanan, Brian Hanna, Susan Hartung and Jeff Hanna. Grandfather of 9 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Missed by his friend, companion and caregiver Marion Weltz and his sisters Bernice Bridge and Ruby Gordon. Remembered by many nieces, nephews, Diane Hanna and Bryan Hartung. Predeceased by his parents Wesley and Hazel (Rose) Hanna, his daughter Nancy Anne, sisters Eadie, Marjorie, Margaret, Kathleen, Velma, Joyce and brothers Melvin and Robert. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Saturday July 2, 2016 from 11 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. followed by the funeral service at 2 p.m. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to a charity of one’s choice would be appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice.

March 27, 1947 to June 13, 2016 Charlene Morgan – of Kitchener passed away at her residence on Monday June 13, 2016 at the age of 69. Mother of James Morgan and grandmother of Angel. Survived by her twin sister Ellen and her brother Jim. Predeceased by her parents James and Lena (Greensides) Anthony and her sister Joan. Cremation has taken place and a private family interment will be held in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Freeport Campus of Grand River Hospital 3570 King Street East Kitchener, ON N2A 2W1 appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity at the above address.

October 17, 1916 to June 9, 2016 Jean Murray – formerly of Listowel, passed away peacefully at Brucelea Haven Nursing Home, Walkerton on Thursday June 9, 2016 at the age of 99. Jean was a licensed hairdresser, enjoyed sewing and was an avid gardener. Beloved wife of the late Robert Murray who predeceased her in 1981. Loving mother of Wayne (predeceased in 2013) and Gail Murray. Cherished grandmother of Stephen (Susan) and Mike (Joanne) and great grandmother of Shealin, Jacinta, Travis and Courtney. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Jean was the last surviving member of her family being predeceased by her parents Harry and Margaret (Haddow) Longman, brothers Britt (Lillian) Longman, Harvey in infancy and sisters Bedah (Cecil) Jones, Vera (Ross) Peirson. In keeping with Jean’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held at Listowel Pentecostal Church, 5629 Hwy 86 on Saturday July 9, 2016 from 10 to 10:45 a.m. followed by the memorial service at 11:00 with Pastor Keven Rooney officiating. Interment has taken place in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to a charity of one’s choice appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice.

March 2, 1925 to June 6, 2016 Verstoep, Adrian – It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Adrian Leendert Verstoep on June 6, 2016 in his home with his family by his side, after a brief battle with cancer. Adrian was born in Gouderak, Holland on March 2, 1925 to Leendert and Marrigje (de Jong) Verstoep. He was the second oldest of six brothers and one sister. At a very young age he began working at home helping with the chores. At age 13 Adrian went to work in his Uncle’s garden business growing vegetables for the market. As he grew older, he worked for other dairy farmers and during this time, going by bicycle, Adrian and his brother Piet took a two year agricultural course during the winter months in the evenings. They very proudly finished this course as the two top students. Then the war broke out. The family suffered through the hardships of World War II, and then in 1946 Adrian was drafted into the Dutch Army to go to Indonesia where he spent over 3 years with no breaks. In 1951 Adrian emigrated to Canada by ship. He began his new life near Brussels, Ontario living with and working for his sponsors, the Cardiff family. Adrian purchased his first farm in Monkton, Ontario in 1955, and married Shirley Lamont in the same year. In 1964 they bought a second farm across the road and lived there for 28 years while operating a dairy herd, working the land, and raising their seven children. In 1992 Adrian and Shirley moved back to their first farm into a new home that they built and retired there. Adrian enjoyed his family and his community. He enjoyed going to local dances with his wife, and was a regular at local euchre parties. He spent some time as a volunteer driver for the VON transportation program and also volunteered for Meals-on-Wheels. He enjoyed wood working, building windmills and lighthouses. Beloved husband of the late Shirley (Lamont) Verstoep who predeceased him in 2014. Loving father of Marian Hutchinson, Hugh (Pearl) Verstoep, Marjorie (David) Lindsay, Linda (Ted) Groenestege, Barbara Verstoep, Leo Verstoep, and Leona (Jeff) Donaldson. Missed by his grandchildren Rick (Jo-anne), Mitch (Ricarda), Aron (Ashley), Gina (Kristiaan), Curtis (Michelle), Sherri, Jonathan (Krista), Justin (Sarah), Carrie (Laud), Jennifer (Rob), Joey (Tasia), Melissa, Tammy (Adam), Amanda, Sarah (Scott) and 15 great-grandchildren. Fondly remembered by two brothers Willem (Truus) and Maas (Aartje), one sister Jannie (Teun) de Groot, sisters-in-law Clara, Gerrie, Josina and Rina all from the Netherlands, sisters-in-law Doris Lamont from London, Jean Storey from Stratford and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brothers Adrianus, Pieter, Jan and Leendert. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Wednesday June 8 from 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service will be held on Thursday June 9, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Ruth Long officiating. Interment in Brussels Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: VON - Listowel 975 Wallace Ave. N. Listowel, ON N4W 1M6 or Atwood United Church PO Box 159 Atwood, ON N0G 1B0 appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice at the above address.

March 1, 1946 to May 31, 2016 Lea Martin of RR # 4 Listowel, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on May 31, 2016 at Listowel Memorial Hospital, in her 71st year. Lovingly remembered by her husband Jim of 49 years and her children Anita of Kitchener, Tony and April of Atwood and Steve and Jennifer of Barrie. She will be greatly missed by her grandchildren Chris, Jeremy, Maci and Jasper. Lea is survived by her sister-in-law Faye Peelar of Barrie, her mother Alice Visser of Fairview, Alberta, three sisters, four brothers and their spouses, all of Alberta. Lea is predeceased by her in-laws Austin and Eva Martin, her father, Len Visser, brothers-in-law Don and Gord, sisters-in-law Anne and Leona. At Lea’s request, cremation has taken place and a private family service will follow at a later date. Interment at Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation (CT Scanner) 255 Elizabeth St. E., Listowel, ON N4W 2P5 or Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario 50 Kent Ave., Kitchener, ON N2G 3R1 would be appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity at the above addresses.

February 5, 1930 to May 20, 2016 Doreen Smith – of Listowel passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital on May 20, 2016 at the age of 86. Doreen was secretary-treasurer of Atwood Pet Food Supplies (now Atwood Resource Inc.) for over 20 years. She enjoyed knitting, making crafts and bowling, but most of all spending time with her family. Beloved wife of Garnet Smith whom she married in 1953. Loving mother of Diane Darroch (Allan Runhart), David (Cathy), Doug (Lorell) and Darlene Bowes (Tom). Special grandma of Sharon, Debra, Michelle, Tom, Nancy, Jennifer, Jason, Angie, David, Verne, Stacey and 23 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her parents Oscar and Nellie (Pryce) King, her sister Lillian Cheeseman and son-in-law Gordon Darroch. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John St., Atwood, on Sunday, May 22, 2016 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate Doreen’s life will be held on Monday, May 23, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at the Elma Memorial Community Centre, 251 Main Street, Atwood, with Brian Hymers officiating. Interment in Fairview Cemetery, Listowel, at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: St. Alban’s & St. David’s Anglican Church 172 Main St. Atwood, ON N0G 1B0 would be appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity at the above address.