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June 25, 1935 to March 26, 2012 Gordon E. Martin, of Listowel, passed away after a battle with cancer, at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Monday March 26, 2012 at the age of 76. He was born in Elma Township on June 25, 1935 a son of the late Austin and Eva (Hudson) Martin. Survived by his sisters Aldean Montgomery of Listowel, Faye Peelar of Barrie and his brother Jim and his wife Lea Martin of RR4 Listowel. Fondly remembered by many nieces & nephews. Predeceased by his brothers Donald and Lincoln and his sisters Margaret Beth, Leona and Mildred. In keeping with Gord's wishes, cremation has taken place. Burial in Elma Centre Cemetery at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: The Canadian Cancer Society 536 Huron Street Stratford, ON N5A 9Z9 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 9, 1915 to March 18, 2012 Fern Manson, of Sault Ste Marie, passed away at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Sunday March 18, 2012 at the age of 97. Fern was a member of John Wesley United Church, Sault Ste. Marie and a life member of the Order of the Eastern Star Nokomis Chapter. Beloved wife of the late Harry Manson who predeceased her in 1995. Loving mother of Darlene Rains of Ethel, Bob and Fran Manson of Sault Ste. Marie. Special grandma of Jennifer and Steve Cochrane of Ethel, Andy and Twyla Rains of Stratford, Jeff and Suzanne Manson of Sault Ste. Marie, Stefani and Mike Bouchard of Blind River, fourteen great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. Fondly remember by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Archibald and Zeatha (MacIntyre) McLean and her son-in-law Raymond Rains. Fern was the last surviving member of her family being predeceased by five sisters and three brothers. In keeping with Fern's wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial visitation will be held at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Saturday March 24, 2012 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. A graveside service will be held in Sault Ste. Marie at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Ethel United Church c/o Diane Diehl 43767 Cardiff Road RR1, Ethel, ON N0G 1H0 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 7, 1914 to March 1, 2012 Margaret McNeil, of Listowel, formerly of Atwood, passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Thursday March 1, 2012 at the age of 97. Margaret was a member of Atwood Presbyterian Church and a former member of the Atwood Chapter of the Rebekah Lodge No. 343. Beloved wife of the late Jim McNeil who predeceased her in 1996. Dear sister of Beth Moffat of Norwood. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and great-great nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents John and Laura (Turnbull) Love, her sisters Lyall Blatchford, Gladys Hines, Evelyn Lennox, Laurine Adams and her brother Ken Love. Visitation will be held at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Monday March 5, 2012 from 12 noon until time of the funeral service at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Thompson officiating. Spring interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Atwood Presbyterian Church PO Box 290 Atwood, ON N0G 1B0 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 click on the Make A Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity at the above address.

April 19, 1927 to February 27, 2012 Hanna Cleland, of Kitchener, passed away surrounded by her family, at Grand River Hospital, Kitchener on Monday February 27, 2012 at the age of 84. Hanna was a 3 year Powder Puff Champion at the Acton-Ospringe Speedway and will be remembered as Hot-Rod Hanna. She was a former member of the Independent Order of Foresters. Beloved wife of David Cleland whom she married in 1944. Loving mother of Barry of Bancroft, Lorraine Cleland-Renaud of Kitchener, Blaine (deceased 1979) and Bill and Karen of Buckhorn. Cherished grandma of Che and Helen and children Damien, Megan and Kali; Devin and Kim and daughter Adele; Jeff and Anita and children Alicia, Sara, Marcus and Jason; David and Mia and children Jem and Persephone; and special grandma of Will and Jennifer. Dear sister of Esther Prince of Bancroft and sister-in-law of Phyllis Jacklynn of Kitchener. Fondly remembered by Linda and Keith Jacob and many other nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by her parents Harry and Olga (Hookland) Jacklynn, twin sister Olga and husband Harry Sanderson, sister Lavina and husband Don Robertson and brothers Andy, Harry, Richard and wife Moira, and Steve. In keeping with Hanna's wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood, on Saturday April 28, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. Interment to follow in Elma Centre Cemetery. 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 A Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to your charity of choice.

March 13, 1953 to February 12, 2012 Diane Dietrich, of RR3 Monkton, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with cancer, at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Sunday February 12, 2012 at the age of 58. Diane was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, Monkton, where she spent many hours volunteering at church events, teaching Sunday School and filling the role of church secretary. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, canning but most of all enjoyed the time spent with her family and her grandchildren. Beloved wife of Terry Dietrich whom she married in 1979. Loving mother of Pam and Larry Stewart of Fullarton, Lisa and Jamie Gibbings of Mitchell, Bill and Erika Dietrich of Atwood, Brian Dietrich and Terri-Lyn Dietrich both at home. Special grandma of Ava, Jonah, Sean and Corbin. Cherished daughter of Beth Pehlke of Monkton. Daughter-in-law of John and Alma Dietrich of Mitchell. Dear sister of Eric and Kathy Pehlke of Conestoga Lake, Brian Pehlke of Monkton, Keith and Kathy Pehlke of Stratford, Janet and Donald Buchanan of Monkton and sister-in-law of Marilyn and Carl McMahon of New Hamburg, Jack and Marilyn Dietrich of Stratford, Joan and Wayne Edwards of Windsor, Joyce and Craig Cockle of London. Fondly remembered by her many friends, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and brothers and sisters in Christ. Predeceased by her father Elmer Pehlke, mother-in-law Mildred Dietrich and brother-in-law Murray Dietrich. Diane's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Wednesday February 15, 2012 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate Diane's life will be held at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Monkton on Thursday February 16, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Marvin Bublitz officiating. Spring interment in Redeemer Lutheran Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: The Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada 620 Colborne Street Suite 301 London, ON N6B 3R9 or Redeemer Lutheran Church PO Box 179 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 of choice at the above address.

January 9, 1933 to January 26, 2012 Pam Hewison passed away peacefully at her residence in Trowbridge on Thursday, January 26, 2012 at the age of 79. Pam was a member of the Listowel Red Hatters and for over 20 years enjoyed the weekly social with the 4th line farm ladies. Beloved wife of Eric Hewison whom she married in 1956. Loving mother of Andrew and Brooke of Palmerston, Rupert and Vicki of Bellevue Alberta and Tim of Victoria BC. Special grandma of Jeremy and friend Samantha, Mikey, Mitchell, Tony, Chris, Sarah, Cameron, Natalie and Nathaniel. Dear sister of Geoffrey Jollye of England. Fondly remembered by brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Ernest and Joan Hewison, Jim and Patsy Hewison and Pat Hewison all of England. Predeceased by her parents Bert and Winnifred Jollye, brothers-in-law Reginald Hewison, Ronald Hewison and sister-in-law Mavis Loft. Pam's family invites relatives and friends to a memorial visitation at Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Wednesday, February 1, 2012 from 10:00 am until time of the memorial service at 11:00 a.m. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: The Canadian Cancer Society 536 Huron Street Stratford, ON N5A 9Z9 North Perth Community Hospice 135 Main St. E., Suite 105 Listowel, ON N4W 2B5 or Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation 255 Elizabeth Street 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 Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice at the above address.

August 23, 1996 to January 18, 2012 Jocelyn Rehberg, of RR2 Listowel, passed away unexpectedly at Toronto Hospital for Sick Children on Wednesday January 18, 2012 at the age of 15. Jocelyn was a Grade 10 student at Listowel District Secondary School. She had a love for music and enjoyed interacting with her friends through facebook and the social media network. Beloved daughter of Ken and Ann-Marie (Hurst) Rehberg. Loving sister of Jordan. Cherished granddaughter of Glen and Jo-Anne Hurst of Newry and great-granddaughter of Thomas and Annette Herrgott of St. Clements. Fondly remembered by her aunts and uncles Travis Hurst, Linda and Andy Murphy, Dorothy Rehberg, Beatrice Rehberg, Sharon and Narinder Mattu (godparents), Marjorie and Keith McMurray and her loving cousins, great aunts and great uncles. Predeceased by her grandparents Gordon and Gladys Rehberg. Visitation will be held at the Elma Memorial Community Centre, Atwood, on Saturday January 21, 2012 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate Jocelyn's life will be held at the Community Centre on Sunday January 22, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to; The Children's Wish Foundation PO Box 185 Kitchener, ON N2G 3X9 or 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 of choice at the above address.

August 22, 1928 to December 27, 2011 Elgin Wilson, of Atwood passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Tuesday December 27, 2011 at the age of 83. Elgin was a member of Atwood United Church and the former Loyal Orange Lodge Atwood No. 630. Beloved husband of the late Marguerite (Johnson) Wilson who predeceased him in 2004. Loving father of Marie and Kevin Semple and Tom and Sherri Wilson all of Listowel. Special grandpa of Brydone Semple and friend Samantha Edgar, Matthew Semple, Joey, Zach, and Katelyn Wilson. Dear twin brother of Elwood and his wife Ferne of Newry and brother-in-law of Irene Wilson, Dorothy and Jim Barton all of Atwood and Elaine Carson of Listowel. Fondly remembered by many nieces & nephews. Predeceased by his parents Bert and Elva (Cuthbertson) Wilson, sisters Dorothy and Beth, brother George, sister-in-law Ruth and her husband Clayton Johnston and brother-in-law Albert Carson. Elgin's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood, on Thursday December 29th from 7-9 p.m. and on Friday December 30th from 10:00 a.m. until time of the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Michelle Owens officiating. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: The Lung Association Jenny Trout Centre 121 - 342 Erie Street Stratford, ON N5A 2N4 or 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 of choice at the above address.

August 3, 1923 to December 22, 2011 Evelyn Nichol, formerly of Route 2 Listowel, passed away peacefully at her residence in Knollcrest Lodge, Milverton on Thursday December 22, 2011 at the age of 88. Evelyn was a member of Atwood Presbyterian Church where she was a life member of the Women's Missionary Society. She was a former member of the Maple Leaf Women's Institute and enjoyed needlework when relaxing. Beloved wife of the late Weldon Nichol who predeceased her in 2006. Loving mother of Linda and Ross Robertson of Atwood, Marlene and Lorne Heinmiller of Route 1 Gownstown and Robert Nichol of Route 2 Listowel. Special grandma of Lisa and Glen Taylor, Craig and Brenda Robertson, Steve Heinmiller, Brent Heinmiller and great grandma of Blake, Taarna and Lance Taylor. Dear sister of Della Hood of Listowel and Sharon Grubb of Mildmay and sister-in-law of Doris Jacklin of Brussels and Twyla Jacklin of Molesworth. Fondly remembered by many nieces & nephews. Predeceased by her parents Joseph E. and Lily Mae (Conley) Jacklin, sons James and Bruce in infancy, granddaughter Jill Heinmiller, brothers Archie Jacklin, George Jacklin (in infancy), Glen Jacklin and friend Mona, Lloyd Jacklin, sisters Marjorie Bray and husband Stan, Myrtle Jacklin and brothers-in-law Stirling Hood and Bob Grubb. Evelyn's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Atwood Presbyterian Church, Monument Road, Atwood, on Saturday December 24, 2011 from 11:00 am until 12:45 p.m. where the funeral service to celebrate her life will be held at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Thompson officiating. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Atwood Presbyterian Church PO Box 290 Atwood, ON N0G 1B0 or Children's Wish Foundation of Canada PO Box 185 Kitchener, ON N2G 3X9 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.

September 14, 1927 to December 13, 2011 Cora Broughton, of Monkton, passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Tuesday December 13, 2011 at the age of 84. Cora was a member of Monkton United Church and enjoyed sewing, quilting, crocheting and knitting but most of all enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. Beloved wife of the late George Broughton who predeceased her in 1988. Loving mother of Sharon Pengelly of Goderich and friend Ken McLaughlin, Marion Colquhoun of Listowel and friend Peter Hare, Betty Lou and Ross Rennick of Monkton, Brenda and Bill Burkholder of Blyth. Special grandma of Judy, Donald, Nancy, Joey, Tammy, Vicki, Kevin, Gary, Sandra, Angela, Heather, Tina, Shane, Cory, Chad, 31 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren. Sister of Mike and Shirley Hulley of Kingston, sister-in-law of Margaret Little of Waterloo, Lois and Bob Boyd-Mueller, Jean and Ray Buchanan all of Monkton. Fondly remembered by her dear friend Marg Bartja of Monkton and many nieces & nephews. Predeceased by her parents Gordon and Emma (Ward) Hulley, son Bob Broughton, sons-in-law Donald Pengelly and Wayne Colquhoun, brothers Jack and his wife Margaret Hulley, Jim and his wife Myrtle Hulley, sisters Greta and her husband Walter Ward and Tillie and her husband Ross Engel. Cora's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Thursday December 15, 2011 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate her life will be held at Monkton United Church on Friday December 16, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Lung Association Jenny Trout Centre 121-342 Erie Street Stratford, ON N5A 2N4 Heart and Stroke Foundation 556 Huron Street Stratford, ON N5A 5T9 or charity on 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 at the above addresses.

November 11, 1929 to December 9, 2011 Joyce Lake, of Listowel and formerly of Atwood, passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Friday December 9, 2011 at the age of 82. Joyce was a member of Atwood United Church, Atwood U.C.W. and the former Atwood Lioness Club. Beloved wife of the late Charlie Lake who predeceased her in 1998. Loving mother of Carolyn (predeceased) and Barry Heinmiller of Palmerston, Marie and Ray Baerg of Blair, Gail and Scott Pearson of Delaware, Linda and David Ballantyne of New Hamburg, Susie and Chad Gross of Millbank. Special grandma of Lisa, Kent and Kelly, Adam (predeceased), Cory, Jackie and Steve, Jenny and Ed, Alex, Philip, Ethan, Jason and Amber, Bailey, Shay, Callie, Drew and great grandma of Laurrin, Gavin, Allie, Kassidy, Kennedy, Izaac, Jakob, Talbot and Charlie. Fondly remembered by her brother Bill Thornton of Gorrie, brother-in-law Audruino Stefani of King City and many nieces & nephews. Predeceased by her parents Anson and Lottie (Cathers) Thornton, son Gerald in infancy, sisters Loreen and Mary and brothers Jack and Doran. Joyce's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Monday December 12, 2011 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at the Atwood United Church on Tuesday December 13, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Michelle Owens officiating. Private family interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. Special thanks to Dr. Barb Matthews, Wendy Dunn, the nurses on 2nd Floor at Listowel Memorial Hospital and caregivers at Caressant Care Nursing Home. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Listowel Memorial Hospital 255 Elizabeth Street E. Listowel, ON N4W 2P5 or Atwood United Church PO Box 159 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 of choice at the above address.

May 16, 1917 to December 7, 2011 Carl Alfred Ruppel, of Palmerston, passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Wednesday December 7, 2011 at the age of 94. United again with his loving wife Lloye Ruppel who predeceased him in 1999. Sadly missed by nephews Neil McDonald (Chong Huang) of Kitchener, David Linton of BC, the Adams family of Palmerston and many dear friends. Carl was a World War II Veteran of the 28th Field Ambulance and served on the Lady Nelson Hospital Ship from July 15th 1942-January 26th 1946. He was also a devoted parishioner of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Listowel. Predeceased by his parents John and Ida (Lehman) Ruppel. In keeping with Carl's wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation or funeral service. A private graveside service will be held at Fairview Cemetery Listowel. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Canadian Diabetes Association PO Box 26331 Stn BRM B Toronto, ON M7Y 4R1 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.