December 16, 1925 to May 10, 2016 Jean McNaughton – formerly of Atwood, passed away peacefully at Caressant Care Nursing Home, Listowel on Tuesday May 10, 2016 at the age of 90. Jean was a member of Atwood United Church and a former member of the Listowel Chapter of the Rebekah Lodge. She was well known for operating Jean’s Snack Bar for 29 years. Beloved wife of the late Harold McNaughton who predeceased her in 2007. Step-mother of Glenn (Ada) McNaughton. Sister-in-law of Anna Blatchford. Dear aunt of Clarence (Donna) Johnston, Anne (Graham) Kaufman and Ernest (Janette) Blatchford and their families. Fondly remembered by the extended McNaughton family. Predeceased by her parents Clarence and Lyall (Love) Blatchford, her first husband Walter Rolof, sister Ruth (Lorne) Johnston, brother Bill Blatchford, nephews Joe and Peter Blatchford, great-nephew Brett Kaufman and Maxine Johnston. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood, on Friday May 13 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. A private family funeral service will be held on Saturday May 14, 2016 with Rev. Colin Snyder officiating. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Atwood United Church PO Box 159 Atwood, ON N0G 1B0 Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation 255 Elizabeth Street East Listowel, ON N4W 2P5 Or Elma Centre Cemetery c/o Louise Rea PO Box 307 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.

October 19, 1958 to May 5, 2016 Shally Ernest – of Monkton, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Thursday May 5, 2016 at the age of 57. Lifelong partner of Dennis Sanders. Loving mother of Katie Ernest, Jason Ernest, John & Ivy Ernest, Lisa Ernest. Special grandma of Angel, Richard, Hayley, Ryan, Riley, Lita, Chelsea and Tekyra. Dear sister and sister-in-law of John and Margaret Darroch, Donna Rudow, Donelda and John Herrfort, Barbara and Robert Mitchell, Alvin Darroch, Raymond and Connie Darroch, Sheila and Albert Subject, Cathy and David Smith, Bonnie and Fred Wocks, Roxanne and Greg Bowman, Phyllis and Ted Smith, Diane Darroch, and Douglas Gowing. Fondly remembered by Ann and Al McKenzie, John and Laura Ernest and their daughter Ruby, Wayne and Bonnie Ernest, Chris Ernest, Sharon and Larry Searth, Dave and Dianna Ernest, Daniel Ernest, special friends Denise and Shawn and many nieces, nephews, aunts and cousins. Predeceased by her parents John and Norma (Fischer) Darroch, brother Gordon Darroch, sisters Shirley Darroch, Eleanora Larson, Lynda Gowing, brother-in-law Ron Rudow, father and mother-in-law Lloyd and Shirley Ernest. At Shally’s request, cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday May 14, 2016 at the home of Cathy and David Smith, 124 Queen Street, Atwood from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Canadian Diabetes Association PO Box 26331 Stn BRM B Toronto, ON M7Y 4R1 Canadian Cancer Society 536 Huron Street Stratford, ON N5A 9Z9 or Steps for Kids Lutherwood Child & Family Foundation 285 Benjamin Rd. Waterloo, ON N2J 3Z4 www.lutherwoodstepsforkids.ca appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals and clicking on the Make a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice at the above address.

August 22, 1928 to May 2, 2016 Elwood James (Pat) Wilson – of Route 2 Atwood, passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Monday May 2, 2016 at the age of 87. Pat was a member of Atwood United Church, past chairman of the Board of Elma Centre Cemetery and a member of the Atwood Mens Club for 30 years. He enjoyed woodworking and spending time with his family. Pat played bagpipes with the Listowel Legion Pipe Band for over 60 years. Beloved husband of Ferne (McNeilly) whom he married in 1957. Loving father of Ron and Debbie, Don and Leanne, Karen and Dave Schmidt. Cherished grandpa of Amanda, Becky, Terri and friend Jeff, Cory, Kelsey and Shelby. Dear brother-in-law of Irene Wilson, Elma and Adrian Konings and Doris McNeilly. Fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews. Pat was the last surviving member of his family being predeceased by his parents Bert and Elva (Cuthbertson) Wilson, sisters Dorothy and Beth, twin brother Elgin and his wife Marguerite, brother George and brother-in-law Bill McNeilly. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Wednesday May 4 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service to celebrate his life will be held on Thursday May 5, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. with Ruth Long officiating. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Atwood United Church PO Box 159 Atwood, ON N0G 1B0 or Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation 255 Elizabeth Street East Listowel, ON N4W 2P5 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.

December 5, 1946 to April 20, 2016 Reinhold Gerlach – of Brunner, passed on to be with his Lord and Saviour on Wednesday April 20, 2016 at Sakura House, Woodstock after a long struggle with ALS. He was born December 5, 1946 in Gronau, Germany and immigrated to Canada in 1951. Reinhold was a member of Poole Mennonite Church where he shared his song leading talent, participated in various singing groups and taught Sunday School. He enjoyed the mechanical and welding aspect of automobile restoration, photography, reading and his 28+ years in the printing industry. Rein courageously fought the last years with ALS which robbed him of physical health, but his love for God infused him with joy till his journey’s end. Though he could not speak, his eyes and smile spoke volumes. Rein lived life with fearless determination to succeed at his various interests through experimentation and research. His biggest accomplishment was being faithful Beloved husband of Connie (Musselman) Gerlach for 25 exciting years. Dear brother of Herbert and Edith Gerlach, Elinor and Eric Tuer. Fondly remembered by his father-in-law Clayton F. Musselman, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Pat and Ron Wagner, Jerry Musselman, Roger and Anne Musselman, Dean and Carol Musselman and many nieces, nephews, cousins and aunts. Predeceased by his parents Herbert and Elvira Gerlach, brother Friedhelm Gerlach and mother-in-law Irene Musselman. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at Milverton Mennonite Fellowship, 6619 Perth Road 131, Milverton on Friday April 22 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where the memorial service will be held on Saturday April 23, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Steve Brnjas officiating. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: ALS Canada 3000 Steeles Ave E. Suite 200 Markham, ON L3R 4T9 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 2, 1937 to April 19, 2016 Maxine Adair – of Listowel, passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Tuesday April 19, 2016 at the age of 79. Maxine was a former 4H instructor and a former Women’s Institute member. She enjoyed knitting, reading and making crafts. Beloved wife of Richard (Dick) Adair whom she married in 1953. Loving mother of Lauretta and Chris Raven, Linda Chrissley, Don and Patti Adair. Special grandma of Mark and Nicky, Kristy and Julian, Emily and friend Kyle, Mike and friend Leona, Jen and great grandma of Liam, Casey, Riley and Reese. Sister of Ken and Linda Baillie, Audrey Ludington, John Baillie, Barry and Cheryl Baillie. Fondly remembered by the extended Adair family, Lenore Moser and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by her parents Mark and Wilda (Baker) Baillie, her sister Donna and husband Jack Sanburn, brothers Bill and wife Alice, and Bob and brother-in-law Fred Ludington. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Friday April 22 from 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at the Elma Memorial Community Centre, 251 Main Street, Atwood on Saturday April 23, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to: The Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation 255 Elizabeth Street E. 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 26, 1957 to April 6, 2016 Noella Ryan – of RR2 Atwood, passed away unexpectedly at University Hospital, London on Wednesday April 6, 2016 at the age of 59. Noella enjoyed spending time with her family and loved living on the farm with her horses and dogs. Beloved wife of Edmund Ryan whom she married in 2007. Dear mother of Chad Carey (Cathy) and step mother of Sherri Ryan (Shane) and Tina Ryan (Andrew). Special nanny of Mike, Sophia, Savannah and Alexandra. Sister of Lilly and Brian Maughan, Gloria Gaudet, Yvette Doiron, Rita and Charles Mitton, Larry and Marilyn Doiron, Jackie and Gerald Hebert, Raymond Doiron, Al Doiron, Fernand and Sharon Doiron, Aline and Paul Smith. Fondly remembered by brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Noella Ryan and John Fagan, Lloyd Ryan, John and Rita Ryan, Mike and Deborah Ryan, Madonna Ryan, Patricia and Wayne Walsh, her first husband Charles Carey and many aunts, uncles, nieces,nephews and cousins. Predeceased by her parents Joseph and Mary (Meunier) Doiron and brother-in-law Alfred Gaudet. Visitation will be held at the Elma Memorial Community Centre, 251 Main Street, Atwood, on Thursday April 14, 2016 from 1:00 to 2:15 p.m. followed by the memorial service at 2:30 p.m. Special thanks to the staff at University Hospital for the compassion and care provided to Noella and her family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to: The Heart and Stroke Foundation 556 Huron Street Stratford, ON N5A 5T9 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 19, 2014 to March 28, 2016 Owen William Befurt – passed away at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Monday March 28, 2016. Dearly loved infant son of Joey Befurt and Amanda Donohue. Brother of Nathan, Willy and Maryjane. Cherished grandson of Tex and Rosemary Donohue and great grandson of Ruth Lynch. Fondly remembered by Uncle B and the extended Befurt and Donohue families. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood, on Friday April 1, 2016 from 6:00 p.m. until time of the service at 8 p.m. officiated by Captain Naomi Dalley. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: The Atwood Firefighters Association PO Box 10 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 address above.

March 28, 1951 to March 26, 2016 Beverley (Bev) Acheson – of Monkton passed away peacefully as a result of a stroke with his family by his side at Stratford General Hospital on Saturday March 26, 2016, two days before his 65th birthday. Bev was a licensed mechanic and farming was his hobby. He was a former volunteer firefighter with the Monkton Fire Department for over 15 years. Lifelong friend and beloved husband of Wilma (Hymers) Acheson whom he married in 1978. Loving father of Kevin (Cathy). Cherished grandfather of Jevin Acheson-Clark (Lindsey), Jody, Michael and great grandfather of Ryker and Ryla Wilson. Remembered by his sister Denise Acheson, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Donna Bauer (Mervyn), Dina Patterson (Ken), Wendal Hymers (Susan), Walter Hymers (Sandy), John Hymers (Dianne), his two half-sisters Cindy and Sherry, and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. He will be missed by his best friends (puppies). Predeceased by his parents Sam and Bunny Acheson and parents-in-law Cecil and Dorothy Hymers. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Tuesday March 29 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service will be held on Wednesday March 30, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Colin Snyder officiating. Interment in Donegal Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: The Heart and Stroke Foundation 556 Huron Street Stratford, ON N5A 5T9 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 of choice.

December 5, 1952 to March 11, 2016 Wilfred Yantzi – of Poole, with his wife by his side, took Jesus’ hand and passed away peacefully at Stratford General Hospital on Friday March 11, 2016 at the age of 63. Wilf’s family wish to express their appreciation to the family who graciously donated their loved one’s lungs in order for him to receive a double lung transplant in 2005. This allowed him 11 more years with his beloved wife Marlene (Ropp) whom he married in 1975 and his loving children Rochelle and Bruce Langlands, Jason and Jenni Yantzi and Renee Yantzi. It also gave his grandchildren Riley, Alexis, Austin, Dustyn, Zachary, Liam and Megan special time with their Papa. Wilf’s brother Marvin is thankful for the time they spent together on the farm while he was still able to enjoy tinkering and fixing farm machinery. Wilf was a faithful member of Poole Mennonite Church where he held many positions over the years, most recently as Elder. Fondly remembered by Marlene’s family, Rosemary Stein, Carol and Owen Cook, Willard and Mary Ropp, step-mother Mary (Schultz) Ropp and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by his parents William and Vera (Schultz) Yantzi, father and mother-in-law Stanley and Leona Ropp, and brother-in-law Warren Stein. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at Poole Mennonite Church, 6475 Road 121, Perth East on Monday March 14 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate Wilf’s life will be held at Poole Mennonite Church on Tuesday March 15, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Steve Brnjas officiating. Interment to follow in the adjoining church cemetery. A special thank you to the Transplant Team at Toronto General Hospital and the doctors and nurses that have cared for Wilf since his transplant. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to: Poole Mennonite Church PO Box 249 Milverton, ON N0K 1M0 or Trillium Gift of Life Network 522 University Ave., Suite 900 Toronto, ON M5G 1W7 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 29, 1940 to February 28, 2016 Nelda Roth – of RR1 Listowel, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Sunday February 28, 2016 at the age of 75. Nelda was a member of Listowel Evangelical Missionary Church. She enjoyed sewing, quilting and spending time at the lake. Beloved wife of the late Delmer (Del) Roth who predeceased her in 2013. Loving mother of Cindy and Cliff Elliott, Dan and Elaine Roth, Laurie and Paul Brink, Darcy Roth and Missy Bell. Cherished grandma of Chris and Jon Frey, Carolyn and Stephen Marles, Andrew Elliott and Sarah, Kelsey Roth and Blayne, Kyle Roth and Emily, Tanya and Luke Slotegraaf, Amanda and Aaron Foell, Tyler Roth and Annie, Ryan Roth and Miranda, Jaime Roth, Brady Roth, Morgan Bell, Ryan Bell. Missed by her great-grandchildren Emma, Leah, Mac, Braya, Kole, Khloe, Bryce, Myles, Kaighlynn, Jaxon, Zander, Zachary, Riley and Noah. Dear sister of Shirley and Herb Wagler, Mayne and Brenda Roth, Ervin and Marie Roth, Ed and Wanda Roth, and Dianne Rellinger. Fondly remembered by brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Gladys and Reinhardt Ohnsorge, Dorothy and Howard Burkholder, Barb and Dwight Wratchford, Mervin and Marjorie Roth, Doug Roth, Richard and Diane Roth and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Almon and Annie Mae (Ropp) Roth, parents-in-law Christian and Pricilla Roth, brothers-in law Bill Knoblauch, Alex Henry, Laverne Roth and sister-in-law Diane Roth. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at Listowel Evangelical Missionary Church, 1205 Tremaine Ave. South, Listowel, on Thursday March 3 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service to celebrate Nelda’s life will be held on Friday March 4, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Jeff Wood officiating. Interment in Fairview Cemetery, Listowel. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Listowel Evangelical Missionary Church 1205 Tremaine Ave. South Listowel, ON N4W 3H2 or The Lung Association Jenny Trout Centre 342 Erie Street, Suite 121 Stratford, ON N5A 2N4 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.

March 27, 1922 to February 9, 2016 KIPFER, Alfred – passed away peacefully at his residence in Maples Nursing Home for Seniors, Tavistock on Tuesday February 9, 2016 at the age of 93. Alfred was formerly of Milverton and was a faithful member of Poole Mennonite Church where he served on various committees. He was secretary of Son Light Missions for many years and served on many agricultural boards. Alfred had a passion for family genealogy compiling two family books. Beloved husband of Laura (Roes) Kipfer with whom he celebrated 70 years of marriage. Loving father of Lloyd and Barb Kipfer, Doreen and Don Roth. Cherished grandpa of Brent (Sarah), Bryan (Anita), Bryce (Anjana), Brad (Kelly), Lori (Travis), Dennis (Yvonne) and great grandpa of Joel, Micah, Joanna, Markus, Julia, Lena Kate, Daniel, Nayan, Kiaan, Kingston, Levi, Braeden, Connor, Carter and Zach. Dear brother of Dora Roth and brother-in-law of Esther and Ralph Kropf. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Ephraim and Lydia (Steckly) Kipfer, his sister Marion and Edward Lebold, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Michael Roth, Emma and husbands Raymond Gerber and Amos Steckly, Alvin and Marie Roes, David and Mildred Roes. Visitation will be held at Poole Mennonite Church, 6475 Perth Rd 121, on Thursday February 11 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service will be held on Friday February 12, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastors Brent Kipfer and Steve Brnjas officiating. Interment to follow in the adjoining church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Son Light Missions PO Box 527 5 Tower Heights Milverton, ON N0K 1M0 or Mennonite Central Committee - Syrian Refugee Response 203 - 50 Kent Avenue Kitchener, ON N2G 3R1 would be appreciated 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.

January 27, 1929 to January 20, 2016 Reginald Chislett – passed away peacefully at his residence in Ritz Lutheran Villa, Mitchell on Wednesday January 20, 2016, one week short of his 87th birthday. Reginald was retired from the Royal Canadian Air Force where he served as a flight engineer on the Hercules Aircraft. Beloved husband of Margaret (Hawkins) Chislett whom he married in 1954. Loving father of Doug Chislett and Debra Woodske of Sherwood Park, Alberta, Dodi and Grant Morgan of Listowel, Bill and Leslie Chislett of Smithville. Special grandpa of James Morgan, Jessica and Mike Carter and great grandpa of Jimmy and Annabelle. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and friends. A special thank you to the friends and staff at Ritz Lutheran Villa. Predeceased by his parents James and Suzanna (Jones) Chislett. Reg was the last surviving member of his family being predeceased by eleven siblings. In keeping with Reg’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no funeral home visitation. A private family memorial service will be held at Brenneman Funeral Home, Atwood at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to: The War Amps 1 Maybrook Drive Scarborough, ON M1V 5K9 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.