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June 3, 1948 to March 25, 2011 Vernal Raycraft of RR1 Lucan passed away suddenly at Crest Support Services on Friday March 25, 2011 at the age of 62. Vernal was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, Monkton. He enjoyed woodworking and carving, loved dogs and cats and camping. Loving brother of Elizabeth Shiell of Stratford and fiance Jim Feick of Kitchener and Edward and Melinda Raycraft of Stratford. Fondly remembered by many nieces & nephews. Predeceased by his parents Walter and Virginia (Strickert) Raycraft, brothers Nelson, George (in infancy), sister Muriel (in infancy) and brother-in-law Jamie Shiell. Private funeral arrangements entrusted to the Brenneman Funeral Home, Atwood. Spring interment in Redeemer Lutheran Cemetery, Monkton. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to: The Canadian Cancer Society 536 Huron Street Stratford, ON N5A 9Z9 or 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 Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice at the above address.

June 19, 1954 to March 23, 2011 Cheryl Dallner of RR2 Grand Bend, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Wednesday March 23, 2011 at the age of 56. Cheryl was formerly of RR2 Atwood. She was a member of Donegal United Church and Donegal Women's Institute. Cheryl loved painting, sewing, reading, but mostly loved spending time with her family. Beloved wife of Brian Dallner whom she married in 1971. Loving mother of Scott and Sherry, Bill and Melissa all of RR2 Atwood, Patti and Andrew Coghlin of Listowel. Special grammy of Madalyn, Joel, Logan, Carter, Grace and Sophia. Dear sister of Wayne and Marilyn Petrie of Manitoba, Larry Petrie of Lindsay, Bev and Jack Porterfield of Listowel. Fondly remembered by brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Pauline and Keith Mueller of New Hamburg, Alan (Charlie) and Vicky Dallner of RR2 Atwood, Jean and Jim Welsh of Milverton and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by her parents Joseph and Elizabeth (Hinks) Petrie and sister-in-law Marg Petrie. At Cheryl's request, cremation has taken place. Memorial visitation will be held at Brenneman Funeral Home, Atwood on Sunday March 27, 2011 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. A private family service will be held at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Donegal United Church c/o Ruth Ruppel RR #2 Atwood, ON N0G 1B0 Donegal Cemetery c/o Neil Cockwell PO Box 10 Atwood, ON N0G 1B0 or Ronald McDonald House of Southern Ontario 741 Base Line Road East London, ON N6C 2R6 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.

December 4, 1954 to March 17, 2011 Ken Rea passed away tragically in Listowel serving his community on Thursday March 17, 2011 at the age of 56. He resided in Atwood and was the son of the late Oliver and Doreen (Hiusser) Rea. As a founding member of the Atwood Fire Department, Ken was a dedicated volunteer firefighter for 37 years serving as Deputy District Fire Chief (Atwood Station). He was a board member of Victim Services, enjoyed hunting, but mostly cherished time spent with his family. Beloved husband of Louise (Runhart) Rea whom he married in 1975. Loving father of Amy and Scott Copland of Mount Forest, Sara and Paul Furey of Baden, Beth and fiance Eric White of Cambridge. Cherished grandpa of Savannah, Jaxson and Jorja. Dear brother of Wayne and Karen Rea of Cambridge, Jean and Marty Ambedian of Windsor, Marie Laidlaw and Rick Thompson of Listowel. Missed by his mother-in-law Neah Runhart of Atwood, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Don Laidlaw and Linda Brown of Newry, Allan Runhart and friend Diane of Atwood, Daniel Runhart of Hensall, Kevin and Mary Jane Runhart of Mitchell, Murray and Darlene Runhart of Atwood. Fondly remembered by Brooklyn Copland, many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. Predeceased by his father-in-law Arend Runhart. Ken's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Elma Memorial Community Centre, Atwood, on Tuesday March 22, 2011 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. and on Wednesday March 23, 2011 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The joint funeral service to honour the lives of both our fallen heroes will be held at the Listowel Memorial Arena, 380 Maitland Ave. N., Listowel on Thursday March 24, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. A simultaneous broadcast will be held at the Elma Memorial Community Centre for Atwood neighbours and friends. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Atwood Firefighters Association PO Box 10 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 clicking on the Make Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity at the above address.

May 9, 1996 to March 12, 2011 Kasey Pestell passed away suddenly surrounded by his family, at London Health Sciences Centre, Victoria Hospital on Saturday, March 12, 2011 at the age of 14. Kasey was a young man who loved the outdoors. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, four wheeling, dirt biking and playing hockey. Cherished son of Kevin and Laurie (Hulley) Pestell of RR1 Stratford. Loving brother of Kraemer and friend Jessica O'Brien. He will be sadly missed by the family dog Dakota. Special grandson of Warren and Sharon Hulley of Monkton, Rae (deceased 2003) and Elaine Pestell of Mitchell and great grandson of John Campbell of Mitchell. Fondly remembered by aunts and uncles Liz and John Winer, Nancy Vosper and friend Bob Smith, Nick and Crystal Hulley, all of his cousins and many friends. Predeceased by his uncles Jamie and Terry Pestell. Kasey's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Elma Memorial Community Centre, Atwood on Tuesday March 15, 2011 from 1-4 & 6-9 p.m. where the funeral service to celebrate his life will be held on Wednesday March 16, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: London Health Sciences Foundation London Pediatric Critical Care Unit, Victoria Hospital 747 Baseline Road East London, ON N6C 2R6 or The Elma Logan Recreation Complex Building Fund PO Box 164 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 Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice at the above address.

April 15, 1921 to March 10, 2011 Nelson Gray formerly of RR2, Listowel, passed away peacefully at his residence Caressant Care Nursing Home, Listowel on Thursday March 10, 2011 at the age of 89. Nelson was the son of the late Russel and Lilius (Reid) Gray. He spent his life working very hard on the Gray family farm which has been in the Gray name since 1917. Beloved husband of the late Margaret Isabelle (Guy) Gray (2004) whom he married on September 14, 1948. Will always be remembered by daughter Brenda and her husband Barry Ashley of RR2 Listowel. Special grandpa of Andrew and Tammy Ashley of Wroxeter, April and Adam Atkinson of Fordwich, Ivy and John Ernest, Jeremy and Heather Gray all of Guelph and great grandpa of Brianna and Jenna Ashley, Keean and Amber Atkinson, Lita Ernest, Natasha and Griffin Gray. Will be dearly missed by his sister Mary Anderson of Winnipeg, friends, relatives, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his son Thomas John Nelson Gray (1978), brother Elwood Gray (2000) and his wife Dorothy (1988), brother-in-law Bert Anderson (1998) and one great grandson Alexander Gray (2000). Nelson's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Saturday March 12, 2011 from 1:00 p.m. until time of the funeral service at 3:00 p.m. with Rev. Cathrine Campbell officiating. Spring interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to: North Perth Community Hospice 135 Main Street East, Suite 105 Listowel, ON N4W 2B5 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.

July 25, 1919 to March 9, 2011 Mildred Douglas passed away peacefully, at her residence Caressant Care Nursing Home, Listowel, on Wednesday March 9, 2011 at the age of 91. Mildred was a former member of the Donegal Women's Institute and the Donegal U.C.W. She enjoyed spending time quilting. Beloved wife of the late Ralph Douglas who predeceased her in 2004. Loving mother of Marie and Roy Krauter of Goderich, Gerald and Carolyn of Grand Bend, Roy and Colleen of Point Clark, Harold and Connie of St. Marys, Lloyd (deceased) and Ruth Douglas of Stratford. Fondly remembered by 13 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. Also missed by her brother-in-law and sisters-in-law Marguerite Beirnes of Listowel, Walter and Laura Douglas of Stratford, Dorothy Pinkerton of London and Mary Douglas of Winnipeg. Predeceased by her parents Bill and Gladys (Blowers) Beirnes, brothers Bill, Cliff and wife Margaret, Ralph, and her sister Helen and husband Stan Alexander. Mildred's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood, on Saturday April 2, 2011 from 1:00 p.m. until time of the funeral service to celebrate her life at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Michelle Owens officiating. Spring interment in Donegal Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Listowel Memorial Hospital 255 Elizabeth Street East Listowel, ON N4A 2P5 or Alzheimer Society of Perth County 1020 Ontario St., Unit 5 Stratford, ON N5A 6Z3 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.

April 23, 1918 to February 25, 2011 Ross Stephenson of RR1 Ethel, passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Friday February 25, 2011 at the age of 92. Ross was a 35 year member of Grey Township Volunteer Fire Department and an Elder of the former Ethel Presbyterian Church. He enjoyed playing cards, farm sales, pie & ice cream, coffee social times, but mostly loved spending time with his family. Beloved husband of Marie (Hammond) Stephenson whom he married in 1949. Loving father of Donna and Robert Mitchell of Dublin, Jim and Kathy of Ethel, Jean and Murray Whytock of Teeswater, Les and Susan of Ethel. Special grandpa of Stephen, Paul, Craig, Trevor, Ann, Michael, Adam, Dan, Ben, Darcy, Nyssa, Brad and Scott. Brother-in-law of Mary Pringle of Alliston. Fondly remembered by seven nieces & nephews. Predeceased by his parents Bill and Maude (Lamont) Stephenson, two sons in infancy, his sister Evelyn and her husband Colwell Speiran and his brother Norman. Ross' family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood, on Monday February 28, 2011 from 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service to celebrate his life will be held on Tuesday March 1, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. Spring 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 A Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of your choice.

November 22, 1939 to January 16, 2011 Wayne Golightly, of Monkton passed away peacefully at his residence on Sunday January 16, 2011 at the age of 71. Wayne was retired from the Ministry of Transportation with 32 years of service. He was a former member of the Monkton Fire Department for 15 years. Wayne enjoyed woodworking as a hobby and was especially proud of his 1950 International pick-up truck. Beloved husband of Bonnie (Machan) Golightly whom he married in 1961. Loving father of Doug (Si) and friend Cheryl Morden of Emsdale, Dennis and Kathy, Charlene and Bill Hamilton all of Monkton. Special grandpa of Michael and his children Saige and Hailey, Brandy and friend Todd, Jake, Alexa and Jesse. Fondly remembered by his Aunt Betty Maedel and her family and by the Machan family. Predeceased by his parents Lorne (Si) and Marie (Maedel) Golightly, aunt Illa Maedel and uncle Carl Maedel. Wayne's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood, on Tuesday January 18, 2011 from 10:00 a.m. until time of the funeral service to celebrate his life at 11:00 a.m. Spring interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Listowel Memorial Hospital 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 Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity at the above address.

June 19, 1934 to January 12, 2011 Fred Ludington, of Atwood, passed away peacefully at his residence with his family by his side on Wednesday January 12, 2011 after a brief battle with cancer at the age of 76. Fred was a member of Calvary United Church, Listowel. He enjoyed farming, hunting, his years driving school bus and blowing snow for Atwood businesses and residences. Fred was also very proud of his family heritage. Beloved husband of Audrey (Baillie) Ludington whom he married in 1956. Loving father of David and Gayle Ludington of Atwood and Kristen and Bill Warden of Waterloo. Special grandpa of Laura and Joe Kerr and their children Bensen and Gavin, Nicole and Mike Boneschansker, Mary Pat Ludington and Carter Warden. Fondly remembered by Lenore Moser. Dear brother of Eric and Carole, Alvin and Judy all of Listowel, Ross and Margaret of Wingham, Gordon and Barb of Wellesley, Doris and Jim Harrow of Milverton. Also remembered by the Baillie family and many nieces & nephews. Predeceased by his parents Ken and Laura (Harrison) Ludington, his brother Keith in infancy, sister-in-law Pauline Ludington and nephew Paul Ludington. Fred's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood, on Friday January 14, 2011 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate Fred's life will be held at Calvary United Church, Listowel on Saturday January 15, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. George Russell officiating. Spring interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Calvary United Church 150 Binning Street Listowel, ON N4W 1G3 or Care Partners 211 - 10 Gillingham Drive Brampton, ON L6X 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 of choice at the above address.

February 15, 1929 to December 15, 2010 Dallas Partridge of Monkton, passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Wednesday December 15, 2010 at the age of 81. Dallas was a member of Monkton United Church. She enjoyed quilting, making crafts and gardening, but most of all spending time with her family and friends. Beloved wife of John Partridge whom she married in 1949. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Bonnie and Wray Lealess of Fullarton, Irene Partridge of RR1 Brunner, Kevin Partridge of Monkton, Kimberley and Kevin Culligan of Mitchell. Cherished grandma of Perry and Kendra, Patrick and Candis, Virginia, Heather and fiance Adam, Ryan, Trevor and Julie. Special great-grandma of Madison, Erika, Alexis, Kayla and Tuesday. Dear sister-in-law of Ruby McEwen of Mitchell, Leonard Partridge and Janet and Klaas Kroesen all of Monkton. Fondly remembered by many nieces & nephews. Predeceased by her parents Van and Ethel (Bannerman) McEwen, son Ronald and brother Keith. Dallas' family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Friday December 17, 2010 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service to celebrate her life will be held on Saturday December 18, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Ian O’Neil officiating. Spring interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Heart and Stroke Foundation 556 Huron Street Stratford, ON N5A 5T9 Monkton United Church PO Box 149 Monkton, ON N0K 1P0 or Listowel Memorial Hospital 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 of choice at the above address

April 21, 1918 to December 6, 2010 Agnes Harrow passed away peacefully with family by her side at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Monday December 6, 2010 at the age of 92. She was formerly of Atwood and resided at Maitland Terrace, Listowel. Agnes was a member of Atwood Presbyterian Church, a former member of the Atwood Evening Auxiliary and the Lily Dempsey Women's Institute. She spent many hours sewing, knitting and playing cards and had a true love of music, both playing and singing. Beloved wife of the late Earl Harrow who predeceased her in 1976. Loving mother of Audrey and Bartley Bowman of RR3 Listowel and Pauline and Lee Bentley of Listowel. Special grandma of Lu-Ann and Peter Clarke and their children Caleb and Hannah, Scott and Kristen Bowman and their children Keaton and Izzie, Heather Bentley, Susan and Dennis Hall and their children Tyler and Brendan and Laurie Bentley. Dear sister of Annie McCourt of Atwood. Fondly remembered by her sisters-in-law Mary Agnes Harrow of Listowel, Margaret (Harrow) and her husband Earl Pridham of Harriston and by many nieces & nephews. Predeceased by her parents John and Elizabeth (McMane) Haddow, brother-in-law Clarence McCourt and nephew Murray McCourt. Agnes' family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Thursday December 9, 2010 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service to celebrate her life will be held on Friday December 10, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. John Hogerwaard officiating. Spring interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Atwood Presbyterian Church c/o Deanne Metzloff PO Box 290 Atwood, ON N0G 1B0 or Listowel Memorial Hospital 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 of choice at the above address.

June 25, 1960 to November 6, 2010 Debra Newbigging, of RR2 Listowel (Trowbridge), passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer, at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Saturday, November 6, 2010. Beloved wife of John Newbigging whom she married in 1982. Loving mother of Amy Newbigging of Listowel and friend Patrick Miller, Brody Newbigging and Ashley Machan of Monkton, Tess Newbigging of Listowel. Cherished daughter of Olive Coghlin Walsh and her husband Steve Walsh. Dear sister of Brenda Nieves of Toronto, Rick and Barb, Brian and Cheryl, and Paul Coghlin all of Atwood. Fondly remembered by her mother-in-law Louise Newbigging of Listowel and the Newbigging family. Predeceased by her father Glynn Coghlin. In keeping with Debra's wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no funeral service. Debra's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at a memorial reception to celebrate her life on Monday November 8, 2010 from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at the Elma Memorial Community Centre, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Community Care Access Centre 65 Lorne Ave E. Stratford, ON N5A 6S4 would be appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home at 519-356-2382 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.