June 29, 1957 to January 16, 2014 Donna Gropp of Stratford passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at Stratford General Hospital on Thursday January 16 at the age of 57. Beloved partner of Ken (Clem) Davidson. Dear sister of Rose White of Stratford, Fern and Paul Maedel of Thedford, Ross Illman of Stratford, Bob and Barb Illman of Gorrie, Ted and Judy Illman of RR1 Monkton, Joyce Deslippe of St. Marys, Neil Illman of Brussels and sister-in-law of Tony Peachey of Brussels. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, cousins and the Davidson family. Predeceased by her parents Frank and Lillian Illman, her first husband Bob Gropp, daughter Tabitha, sister Lillie Peachey and brother Douglas Illman. There will be no visitation. A family service will take place at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Heart and Stroke Foundation 556 Huron Street Stratford, ON N5A 5T9 Juvenile Diabetes Association 684 Belmont Ave, Unit 103 Kitchener, ON N2M 1N6 or 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 at the above address.

April 3, 1936 to January 13, 2014 Anna Campbell of Atwood passed away peacefully with her husband John and family by her side, at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Monday January 13, 2014 at the age of 77. Beloved wife of John Campbell whom she married in 1958. Loving mother of Brian and Barb of Atwood, Colleen Vetor of Waterloo, Brenda Campbell and partner Mike Graham of Sedgewick Alberta, Karen and Wayne Rea of Cambridge, Sharon Campbell of Atwood. Special grandma of Samantha, Robert, Michelle, Nelson, Tyler, David, Jonathon, Amanda, Allison, Susan, Tina, Melissa, Amanda, Jason and great-grandma of twelve. Dear sister of Oscar Weber and Oswald Weber both of Kitchener, Lorraine Weber of Formosa, Mary Ann and Walter Reitzel of Millbank, Marlene and William Fay of Waterloo, Sister Irene Weber of St. Catharines, Allan and Audrey Weber of Kincardine. Fondly remembered by Gary Vetor, sisters-in-law Margaret Weber, Ruth McCullouch, brother-in-law Roy McCullouch and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Charles and Irene (Kestner) Weber, step-mother Margaret (Dolan) Weber and her sister Doreen in infancy. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood, on Friday January 17 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate Anna's life will be held at Listowel Evangelical Missionary Church, 1205 Tremaine Ave S., Listowel on Saturday January 18, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Jeff Wood officiating. Spring interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to: Canadian Cancer Society 536 Huron Street Stratford, ON N5A 9Z9 or Listowel Evangelical Missionary Church 1205 Tremaine Ave S. Listowel, ON N4W 3H2 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.

April 15, 1916 to December 21, 2013 Pearl Upper passed away peacefully at Caressant Care Nursing Home, Listowel on Saturday December 21, 2013 at the age of 97. Pearl was a member of Atwood Presbyterian Church, a life member of the Presbyterian Womens Missionary Society, a charter and life member of the Bruce Chapter Order of the Eastern Star Kincardine and past Noble Grand of Huron Star Rebekah Lodge Ripley. Beloved wife of the late John Upper who predeceased her in 1991. Loving mother of John and Marilyn of Ottawa. Special grandma of Tracey Beaupre and her husband Todd, and Sheri Upper and her husband Neil Wiltshire. Pearl experienced much love from two great grandchildren, Claire and Cameron Beaupre. Fondly remembered by nieces and nephews. Pearl was the last surviving member of her family being predeceased by her brothers George and his wife June Dahmer, Alfred and his wife Dorothy Dahmer and her sister Margaret and her husband Lloyd Sage. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Monday December 23 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. with an Order of the Eastern Star service at 1:30 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate Pearl's life will be held at Atwood Presbyterian Church on Tuesday December 24, 2013 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Andrew Thompson officiating. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. The family would like to express heartfelt thanks to other family and friends for their many acts of kindness and support during the last few years. Special thanks to Wendy Dunn and Dr. Gillian Edmonds for their passionate care and kindness to Pearl for many years. Many thanks also to the staff of North Perth Community Hospice, Listowel Memorial Hospital and Caressant Care Nursing Home for care and comfort. Thanks also to Rev. Andrew Thompson for his spiritual support. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: North Perth Community Hospice 135 Main Street East, Suite 105 Listowel, ON N4W 2B5 or Listowel Memorial Hospital 255 Elizabeth Street East Listowel, ON N4W2P5 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 foward your cheque directly to the charity of choice at the above address.

June 21, 1941 to December 6, 2013 Delmer (Del) Roth of RR1 Listowel, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family after a lengthy battle with cancer on Friday December 6, 2013 at the age of 72. Del was a member of Listowel Evangelical Missionary Church. His favourite pastime was spending time at the lake fishing. Beloved husband of Nelda whom he married in 1961. Loving father of Cindy and Cliff Elliott, Dan and Elaine Roth all of Listowel, Laurie and Paul Brink of RR1 Listowel and Darcy Roth and partner Missy of Stratford. Cherished papa of Chris and Jon Frey, Carolyn and Stephen Marles, Andy and Sarah Elliott, Kelsey Roth, Kyle and Caleigh Roth, Tanya and Luke Slotegraaf, Amanda and Aaron Foell, Tyler Roth, Ryan Roth, Jaime Roth, Brady Roth. Missed by his great-grandchildren Emma, Leah, Mac, Braya, Kole, Khloe, Myles, Kaighlynn, Bryce, Jaxon, Zander, Zachary, Riley and Noah. Dear brother of Gladys and Reinhardt Ohnsorge of Stratford, Dorothy and Howard Burkholder of Edmonton, Barb and Dwight Wratchford of Pennsylvania, Mervin and Marjorie Roth of New Hamburg, Doug Roth of Hickson, Richard and Diane Roth of Bright. Fondly remembered by brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Shirley and Herb Wagler of Tavistock, Mayne and Brenda Roth of Fordwich, Ervin and Marie Roth of Harriston, Ed and Wanda Roth of Gorrie, Dianne Rellinger of Listowel and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Christian and Pricilla (Kropf) Roth, parents-in-law Almon and Annie Mae Roth, brother Laverne Roth, sister-in-law Diane Roth, brothers-in-law Bill Knoblauch and Alex Henry. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at Listowel Evangelical Missionary Church, 1205 Tremaine Ave. South, Listowel, on Sunday December 8 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service to celebrate Del's life will be held on Monday December 9, 2013 at 2 p.m. with Pastor Jeff Wood officiating. Interment in Fairview Cemetery, Listowel. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Canadian Cancer Society 536 Huron Street Stratford, ON N5A 9Z9 or Listowel Evangelical Missionary Church 1205 Tremaine Ave S. Listowel, ON N4W 3H2 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.

February 5, 1929 to December 1, 2013 Marjorie (Eckert) Orr, of RR#1 Atwood, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Sunday December 1, 2013 at the age of 84. Marjorie was a faithful member of Atwood Presbyterian Church. She worked tirelessly with her husband John on their farm and in her flowerbeds, but her greatest legacy was her love for her family. Beloved wife of John Orr, her husband of over 63 years. Dear mother of Sharon (Frazer) Diehl of Milverton, Karon (Brian) McIlroy of Gowanstown and Keith (Nora) Orr of Listowel. Proud and cherished grandma of Charmaine (Larry) Kestle of Sebringville, Crystal (Kyle) Wagner of Milverton, Trevor (Karen) McIlroy of Kitchener, Tim McIlroy of Wellesley, McKinley and McLean Orr of Listowel. Step grandma of Jim (Michelle) of Listowel. Great-grandma to Emma, Lacey, Kolton and Carter. Step great-grandma to Zach, Jenna, Nicholas and Tyson. Dear sister of Isabelle (Harvey) Willoughby of Stratford. Predeceased by her parents Eldon and Annie (Ballantyne) Eckert. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Tuesday December 3, 2013 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate Marjorie's life will be held at Atwood Presbyterian Church on Wednesday December 4, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Andrew Thompson officiating. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to: Atwood Presbyterian Church PO Box 179 140 Monument Rd. 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 at the above address.

February 6, 1943 to September 24, 2013 Bob peacefully passed away after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Predeceased by his parents Jack and Dorothy (Tindall) Hamilton, his brother Clifford in infancy, brother-in-law Bob Mathers, sister-in-law Laurie Hamilton and brother Barry Hamilton. Survived by his daughter TammyLynn (Chris) Campbell, grand children Stefanie and Anna; son Michael (Marcia) Hamilton, grand children Cole and Lucy. Also survived by his sisters and brothers Judy (Bill) Dunnell, Doug Hamilton, Marg (Frank) Young, Gus (Janine) Hamilton, David Hamilton along with many nieces, nephew and great nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind no better friends than Carman and Ruth Ruppel. Bob was a gentle soul known for his kindness, big smile and love of storytelling. He loved to fish, work with wood and hunt for treasure. Heartfelt thanks goes out to brother Doug, Carman and Ruth, and Dr. Fil Incitti for taking care over- and -above of Dad. Special thanks to Geddes Medical Clinic, Dr. Kapoor, Sheila Dixon, Dr. Weiss and the Palliative staff at Groves Memorial Hospital. Dad appreciated each of you so much. In keeping with Bob's wishes, there will be no visitation. A celebration of life will take place at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Canadian Cancer Society 536 Huron Street Stratford, ON N5A 9Z9 or a charity of ones' 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 a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity at the above address.

April 24, 1922 to September 4, 2013 Leonard Partridge of Mitchell, formerly of Monkton, passed away peacefully at Stratford General Hospital on Wednesday September 4, 2013 at the age of 91. Leonard was a member of Monkton United Church where he taught Sunday School for many years. He was a very proud member of the Monkton Lions Club where he held various positions including President. Leonard was the first Monkton Lion to receive the Melvin Jones Fellowship as recognition of humanitarian work. He enjoyed fishing and looking after the electrical maintenance at Monkton Poultry Farm. Beloved husband of the late Doris (Davidson) Partridge who predeceased him in 2005. Loving father of Larry and Lillian Partridge of Kinmount, Don and Ruth Ann Partridge of RR1 Atwood. Special grandpa of Terry and Tammy, Paul and Karen, Bruce and Cathy, Karen, Nancy and great-grandpa of Jackie, Trevor, Erica, Lauren, Ian and step great-grandpa of Jaimie, Danielle, Kaleb, Sharayah, Joshua and Leland. Dear brother of Janet and Klaas Kroesen of Monkton. Fondly remembered by the Davidson family and many nieces & nephews. Predeceased by his parents John and Mabel (Schade) Partridge, sisters Wilma and Clarence Connelly, Marion and Kenneth McNaught and brother John and Dallas Partridge. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood, on Sunday September 8 from 5-9 p.m. with a Lions service taking place at 8:45 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate Leonard's life will be held at Monkton United Church on Monday September 9 at 11:00 a.m. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Monkton Lions Club PO Box 160 Monkton, ON N0K 1P0 or Monkton United Church PO Box 149 Monkton, ON N0K 1P0 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.

July 5, 1953 to August 30, 2013 Jerry Beyer of Atwood, passed away peacefully after a short battle with cancer, at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Friday August 30, 2013 at the age of 60. Jerry was a motorcycle enthusiast who enjoyed cleaning and fixing his bike and riding with his wife Patricia and their friends. Beloved husband of Patricia (Struyk) Beyer whom he married in 1995. Loving father of Korey and Jordan. Dear brother of Lavern and Gloria Beyer, Sharlene Beyer all of Listowel, Joy and Dan Kelly of Atwood. Son-in-law of Egbert and Trude Struyk of Listowel. Fondly remembered by brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Clarence Johnston of Atwood, Wanda and Frank Rozendal of Clinton, Arnold Struyk, Emily Greydanus and Graham Somerville, Jim Greydanus all of Listowel, Shirley and Ray Boonstra of Palmerston, Hilary and Stephanie Struyk of Listowel, Arlene and Brian Binkley of Clifford, Melissa and Chris Stege of Listowel, Linda and Dan Pearson of Atwood and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Howard and Elsie (Bartmann) Beyer, sisters Maxine Johnston, Sheila Ann in infancy and brother-in-law David Hansma. Visitation will be held at Bethel Christian Reformed Church, 345 Elizabeth Street East, Listowel on Monday September 2 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service to celebrate Jerry's life will be held on Tuesday September 3, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Ralph Dwarika officiating. Cremation to follow with interment in Elma Centre Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to: Wingham and District Hospital Foundation (Chemotherapy Wing) 270 Carling Terrace Wingham, ON N0G 2W0 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 and clicking on the Make a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity at the above address.

October 11, 1947 to August 4, 2013 Austin Curran of Monkton, passed away suddenly at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Sunday August 4, 2013 at the age of 65. Austin enjoyed spending time golfing, fishing and in the shop tinkering. Beloved husband of Pauline (Broughton) Curran whom he married in 1967. Loving father of Jamie and Mary Frances of London, Mark and friend Becca Hymers of Atwood. Special grandpa of Matt, Nicholas, Kaye-loni and her daughter Paizley, Justin and Taylor. Brother of Gladys and Herb Luschtinetz of British Columbia, Ernest of New Brunswick, Casey and Donna of Alberta. Fondly remembered by mother-in-law Mary Broughton of Milverton, brother-in-law John Broughton and fiance Linda of Madoc and many nieces & nephews. Predeceased by his parents Vincent and Ella (Lewis) Curran and father-in-law Jack Broughton. In keeping with Austin's wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation or service. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Stratford General Hospital 46 General Hospital Drive Stratford, ON N5A 2Y6 or Heart and Stroke Foundation 556 Huron Street Stratford, ON N5A 5T9 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.

June 17, 1943 to July 19, 2013 Peter Dargie, of Atwood, passed away peacefully with his beloved wife Nancy Davidson by his side on Friday July 19, 2013 in his 71st year. Loving father of Paul (Marija) Barton, Dan (Ania) Dargie, Shanna (Darryl) Thomson, Jennifer Davidson and Lyndsay (Kyle) Coghlin. Proud Papa of Reese, Rowan, Spencer, Aggie, Olivia, Jonathan and Owen. Dear brother of John (Barb) Dargie. Fondly remembered by his nieces Kim and Kathy. Predeceased by his parents John and Margaret (Locock) Dargie. Memorial visitation will take place at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Thursday July 25, 2013 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. followed by a celebration of life at 2:00. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Canadian Cancer Society 536 Huron Street Stratford, ON N5A 9Z9 or Listowel Memorial Hospital 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.

July 9, 1957 to July 18, 2013 of Atwood at the Stratford General Hospital on Thursday, July 18, 2013 at the age of 56. Loved son of Cornelius Holzamer of London and the late Veronica (Renck). Beloved father of Sebastian (Paula) of Drayton, Sheena Sandru (Costin) of Waterloo and Natasha Holzamer of Windsor. Proud Opa of Teaghan and Hailey. Loving partner of Anna McCallum of Owen Sound. Dear brother of Patti Oser (Ray Khan) of Mindemoya, Corina Austin (Rob) of Waterloo and Simone Holzamer (the late John Nethercott) of New Liskeard. Mario was a well known butcher in the Atwood area for many years. He enjoyed the hours spent with the Boy Scouts and as a soccer coach, but it was the time with his motorcycle he loved best. Memorial visitation at Brenneman Funeral Home, Atwood from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, July 23rd. The memorial service will be held at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 505 Wallace Ave. N. Listowel on Wednesday, July 24th at 11:00 a.m. Cremation has taken place. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Canadian Cancer Society 536 Huron Street Stratford, ON N5A 9Z9 or Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario 556 Huron Street Stratford, ON N5A 5T9 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.

November 27, 1961 to July 14, 2013 Private family Services