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December 12, 1946 to June 29, 2010 Jacque Raycraft of Route 2 Atwood, passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital with her family by her side on Tuesday June 29, 2010 at the age of 63. Jacque enjoyed spending time gardening but her greatest love was her family. Beloved wife of Dick Raycraft whom she married in 1966. Loving mother and grandmother of Steve and Marg and their children Jordan and Zach of Atwood and Todd and Belinda and their children Hannah and Noah of Trenton. Dear sister of Jane Johnston of Atwood, Heather Vallance and friend Sak of Vancouver Island, Cheryl and George Boorman of Barrie, Dean Vallance of Toronto and sister-in-law of George and Doris Raycraft, Bruce and Joyce Raycraft all of Milverton, Rosemary and Gary Newman of Waterloo, Ronald and Meg Raycraft, Janice and Doug Wick all of Rostock and Marlene and Elwood Wagler of Tobermory. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Predeceased by her parents William and Lois (Parrish) Vallance. Jacque's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Thursday July 1, 2010 from 3-5 & 7-9 p.m. A memorial service to celebrate Jacque's life will be held at Atwood Presbyterian Church on Friday July 2, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Alan Barr officiating. 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 a charity of one's choice 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 at the above address.

May 26, 1924 to June 22, 2010 Spence Broome passed away peacefully at Fordwich Village Nursing Home with his family by his side on Tuesday June 22, 2010 at the age of 86. Beloved husband of Shirley Misner whom he married in 2000. Loving father of Terry and Lois, Ed and Lori all of Alberta, Laurie and Murray Bray, Mary Jane and Barry Bender all of Listowel. Father-in-law of Brad Magee of Alberta. Missed by his grandchildren Barb and David, Tom and Rachel, Shari and David, Jeanne, Johnny, Joannie and Andrew, Paul, Spencer and Jodi, Bill and Yvonne, Candace and Mike, Shelley, Sherry and Trish, Bob, Katelyn, Michaela, 20 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his first wife Marjorie (Smith) Broome, parents Joseph and Isabelle (Checkley) Broome, daughter Shirley Magee, sisters Gladys and her husband Norman Nicholson, Joyce and her husband Charlie Gabel, Mildred Broome, Marjorie Broome and brother Wilbert Broome. Spence's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood, on Friday June 25, 2010 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate Spence's life will be held at St. Alban's and St. David's Anglican Church, Atwood on Saturday June 26, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Thelma Kudelka officiating. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Alzheimer Society 1020 Ontario Street Unit 5 Stratford, ON N5A 6Z3 Friends of MacGregor Point Park RR #l Port Elgin, ON N0H 2C5 or Fordwich Village Nursing Home Resident's Council 3063 Adelaide Street Forwich, ON N0G 1V0 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 13, 1927 to July 15, 2010 Mayda Scholl formerly of Monkton, passed away peacefully at Ritz Lutheran Villa on Thursday July 15, 2010 at the age of 83. Mayda was a strong supporter and member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, Monkton where she had been active in the Lutheran Women's Missionary League, a Sunday School teacher and Sunday School treasurer. She enjoyed playing piano and singing in the church choir. Beloved wife of the late Lorne Scholl who predeceased her in 1996. Loving mother of Dave and Brenda of Goderich, Doug and Peggy of Monkton, Esther Demczak and friend Ron Nowell of Cloyne, Murray and friend Kim Schaefer of Ilderton. Special grandma of Darren, Kendra, Randy, Laura, Ken, Karen, Paul, Mark, Katie, Brad, Graham, Jamie and great grandma of Natalie and Owen. Dear sister of Jean and Richard Haalboom of Kitchener. Fondly remembered by sisters-in-law Reta Scholl of London, Laureen Smith of Mitchell, Charlotte Scholl of Stratford and brother-in-law Louis and his wife Hattie Scholl of Belle River and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by her parents George and Esther (Schineman) Mueller. Mayda's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Sunday July 18, 2010 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate her life will be held at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Monkton on Monday July 19, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Marvin Bublitz officiating. Interment in Redeemer Lutheran Cemetery, Monkton. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: 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 at the above address.

June 10, 1921 to June 2, 2010 Elva Coghlin passed away peacefully at her residence Huronlea Home for the Aged, Brussels on Wednesday June 2, 2010 at the age of 88. Elva was a life member of Atwood Women's Institute and a member of the Barn Dance Association. She was involved with Junior Farmers, was a 4H leader for many years leading 18 projects and enjoyed watching her daughter's square dancing competitions. Beloved wife of the late Cliff Coghlin who predeceased her in 1973. Loving mother of Sharon and Gary Evans of Cranbrook and Shirley Quipp of Tiverton. Special grandma of Dwayne and Melanie, Brent, Michael and Vicky, Kelly and Jim and great grandma of Jordan, Brittany, Morgan, Bradley, Darren and Justin. Fondly remembered by her nieces Bev and Pauline. Predeceased by her parents George and Lillian (Davidson) Hart, son-in-law Jim Quipp, brother Curnel and his wife Gladys Hart and brother-in-law and sister-in-law Elwood and Velma Coghlin. Elva's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood, on Saturday June 5, 2010 from 12 noon until time of the funeral service to celebrate Elva's life at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Cathrine Campbell officiating. Interment to follow in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Huronlea Auxiliary 820 Turnberry Street Brussels, ON N0G 1H0 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

August 30, 1943 to May 19, 2010 Cornelius Albrecht passed away peacefully with his family by his side, at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Wednesday May 19, 2010 at the age of 66. He resided in Listowel and was formerly of Newton. Cornelius was a member of Crossroads Community Church, Harriston. He was a hard worker with a great love of horses and camping, but his first love was family especially his grandchildren. Beloved husband of Esther (Jantzi) Albrecht whom he married in 1964. Loving father of Edna and Andy Kuepfer of RR1 Clifford, Darlene and Seranus Kuepfer of Milverton, Ray and Lori Albrecht of Atwood, Diane and David Streicher of Gorrie. Special grandpa of Jerome and Velma, Joshua and Kathy, Julia, Joanna, Scott, Stacey, Jessica, Shane and Shannon, Delicia, Deandra, Dawnelle and great grandpa of Kody. Dear brother of David and Mary Albrecht of RR1 Milverton, Catherine and Levi Streicher of RR4 Harriston and brother-in-law of Magdelena Albrecht, Sarah Albrecht both of Newton, Elizabeth and John Gerber of Milverton, Catherine and Jake Streicher of RR1 Clifford, Allan and Laureen Kuepfer of RR1 Milverton, Solomon and Peggy Jantzi of RR1 Newton, Eva Streicher of Millbank, Gid and Mary Jantzi of Poole, Erma and Mahlon Schmidt of RR1 Newton. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by his parents Solomon and Bena (Zehr) Albrecht, great granddaughter Leah, brothers Henry, Jonas, Tobias, sister-in-law Laura Kuepfer and brother-in-law David Streicher. Cornelius' family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood, on Saturday May 22, 2010 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. and Sunday May 23, 2010 from 2-4 p.m. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood will take place on Monday May 24, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. followed by the memorial service at Crossroads Community Church, 99 Young Street West, Harriston at 11:00 a.m. Pastor John Finochio will officiate. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Crossroads Community Church 99 Young Street Harriston, Ontario N0G 1Z0 or 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 of choice at the above address.

November 1, 1930 to May 15, 2010 Allen Parkhouse of Atwood, passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Saturday May 15, 2010 in his 80th year. Allen was well known for his hobby of making rustic bird houses. He enjoyed traveling, camping and attending bluegrass festivals with his wife Ruth. Beloved husband of Ruth (Heibein) Parkhouse whom he married in 1949. Loving father of Peggy and Ken Johnston of Atwood, Harv and Ginny of Listowel, Linda and Gord Coulter, Susie and Clare Schiestel, Brad and Grace all of Atwood. Special grandpa of Terri and Djino, Ryan, Nathan, Brandon, Shawn and Shawna, Todd and Katie, Amanda, Chad and Elise, Erin and Cory, Ben and Stephanie, Alex and Maralee, Andrew and Megan and great grandpa of Dustyn, Talyn, Kylie, Leah, Kayden, Kiyran and Mariah. Fondly remembered by the Heibein family. Predeceased by his parents Harold and Jenny (Peebles) Parkhouse and great granddaughter Sierra Coulter in infancy. In keeping with Allen's wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral home visitation. A private family service to celebrate Allen's life will be held at the Brenneman Funeral Home, Atwood on Tuesday May 18, 2010. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Leukemia Society of Canada 480 University Avenue Suite 1502 Toronto, Ontario M5G 1V2 or 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.

February 11, 1923 to May 12, 2010 Ruth Johnston, of Atwood, passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Wednesday May 12, 2010 in her 88th year. Ruth was a member of Donegal United Church where she was a long time choir member and taught Sunday School for many years. She was an active member of the Donegal U.C.W. and a former member of the Atwood Chapter of the Rebekah Lodge No. 343. Beloved wife of the late Lorne Johnston who predeceased her in 2004. Loving mother of Clarence and Donna of RR#2 Atwood, Ann and Graham Kaufman of Kitchener. Special grandma of Kevin and Karen, Kim and Mark, Kent and Heather, Brett and Sherry, Kara and Steve and great grandma of Tyler, Jamie, Alex, Kyla, Jaron, Aunika, Lana, Wade and Colby. Dear sister of Jean McNaughton of Listowel and sister-in-law of Anna Blatchford of Listowel, Ferne Johnston of Atwood, Marie and Edwin Ament of Elmira. Fondly remembered by many nieces & nephews. Predeceased by her parents William and Anna (Love) Blatchford, son George, daughter-in-law Maxine, brother Bill Blatchford and brothers-in-law Harold McNaughton and Harold Johnston. Ruth's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood, on Friday May 14 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate Ruth's life will be held at Donegal United Church on Saturday May 15, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Michelle Owens officiating. Interment in Donegal Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Donegal United Church c/o Joan MacDonald 855 Wallace Ave S.,Unit 8 Listowel, ON N4W 0C6 The Children's Wish Foundation Ontario Chapter Unit 7, 725 Westney Road South Ajax, ON L1S 7J7 or Donegal Cemetery c/o Neil Cockwell 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.

November 19, 1916 to May 3, 2010 Mary MacDonald passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Monday May 3, 2010. She resided at Livingstone Manor Retirement Home, Listowel and was born 93 years ago in Grey Township, a daughter of the late Martin and Margaret (McNabb) MacDonald. Survived by her sister-in-law Faye MacDonald of Goderich. Remembered by her niece Margaret McInroy (nee Shortreed) and her husband Rick, niece Julie Hymers (nee MacDonald) and her husband David, nephew Peter MacDonald and his wife Jennifer and her nephew Bill's wife Valerie Shortreed. Predeceased by her sister Muriel Shortreed, brothers Graeme MacDonald and Ken MacDonald and her nephew Bill Shortreed. In keeping with Mary's wishes, cremation has taken place. Mary's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood on Saturday May 8, 2010 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. A family committal service will take place in Cranbrook Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Listowel Memorial Hospital 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 Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity at the above address.

August 6, 1921 to May 2, 2010 Kenneth Stewart MacDonald passed away peacefully at his residence in Forwich Village Nursing Home on Sunday May 2, 2010 in his 89th year. Survived by his sister Mary MacDonald of Livingstone Manor Retirement Home, Listowel and his sister-in-law Faye MacDonald of Goderich. Remembered by his niece Margaret McInroy (nee Shortreed) and her husband Rick, his niece Julie Hymers (nee MacDonald) and her husband David, his nephew Peter MacDonald and his wife Jennifer and his nephew Bill's wife Valerie Shortreed. Predeceased by his first wife Doris Cunningham, his second wife Margaret Rogister, his parents Martin and Margaret (McNabb) MacDonald, his sister Muriel Shortreed, his brother Graeme MacDonald and his nephew Bill Shortreed. In keeping with Ken's wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial visitation will be held at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood, on Saturday May 8, 2010 from 1-4 p.m. A family committal service will take place in Cranbrook Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Atwood Presbyterian Church c/o Deanne Metzloff PO Box 290 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.

January 10, 1924 to March 28, 2010 Joseph Earl Holmes passed away peacefully at Caressant Care Nursing Home on Sunday March 28, 2010. Earl was born on January 10, 1924, the youngest son of Joseph and Florence (Spillet) Holmes. Earl remained a bachelor his entire life, while his four siblings all married and raised families. Earl enjoyed visiting and sharing special occasions with his eldest sister Amy and her husband Fred Martin and their two children, Allan Martin and Pat Koch. Earl respected and admired his oldest brother Harry, who, with the help of his soul mate Florence often entertained Earl with visits and car trips with their daughters Dorothy Knipe and Grace Strachan. Earl visited regularly with Bev and Mildred Mitchell and their children, Bob Mitchell and Marion Sharpe. When Bob appeared to be following in the bachelorhood footsteps, he often spent a weekend evening or a Sunday afternoon with the Boys; Earl who was often called Sam, Bob Menzies, and Eric Coates. Earl and his brother Bill farmed together until Bill married Gladys at which time Earl was welcomed into the Robert Menzies home. Bill and Gladys had one son Keith. Earl took on the life of a farmer's helper as he was welcomed into the lives and homes of the Earl Johnson family, Bill and Marybeth Mann's family and the McIlroy family of Gowanstown. Earl completed his farming career at David Carson Farms. He worked for a brief time at Wheaton Glass and rented an apartment on Barber Avenue N. in Listowel. Earl was a member of Trowbridge LOL No. 652. In the late 1990's Earl suffered a moderately severe stroke that changed the course of the remainder of his life. A few months at Parkwood Hospital in London won him the love and respect of the staff there, as he regained some of his independence. He returned to Listowel where he took up residence at Caressant Care Retirement Home. Joe Moore was his friendly room mate for many years. Earl's health took him to Listowel Hospital just after his 85th birthday and then he returned to Caressant Care Nursing Home in August of 2009. His room mate since that time has been another amiable gentleman, John Drost. Earl was loved and respected by all who knew or worked with him, and he will be greatly missed. His sense of humour, his ability to laugh at himself, and his capacity or talent to make the best of any situation endeared him to all. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Trowbridge United Church, on Tuesday March 30, 2010 from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service at 2:00 p.m. Rev. Michelle Owens will officiate. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Listowel Memorial Hospital 255 Elizabeth Street East Listowel, ON N4W 2P5 or Trowbridge United Church c/o Marg Clarke RR #1, Atwood, ON N0G 1B0 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.

October 7, 1934 to March 27, 2010 Fern Stemmler passed away peacefully at South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Saturday March 27, 2010. She resided at Rockwood Terrace, Durham and was born 75 years ago in Wellesley Township, a daughter of the late James and Elizabeth (Birmingham) McMahon. Beloved wife of the late William Stemmler who predeceased her in 1994. Loving mother of Carl of Saskatchewan, Barb and Bob Illman of RR1 Wroxeter, Colleen and Dennis Keith of RR1 Wallenstein, Lorie Kuepfer and Eugene Gallucci of Port Elgin and Jim of Guelph. Missed by her grandchildren Lyndsey, Kevin and their daughter Ella; Matthew and friend Delrae; Shane; Devin; step-grandchildren Jesse and his son Justin; Trevor; Cory, Candace and their children Morgan, Aiden, Addison. Dear sister of Frank McMahon of Kitchener, Jim and Marg McMahon of Gorrie and sister-in-law of Jack Hanley of Linwood, Carol McMahon of Linwood and Bruce Reibling of Tiverton. Fondly remembered by Laverne Kuepfer and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by her daughters Sandra, Darlene and Carolyn, brother Russ McMahon, sisters Rita Sachs and her husband Bob, Helen Hanley, Kay Reibling, and sister-in-law Marg McMahon. Fern's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Tuesday March 30, 2010 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service to celebrate Fern's life will be held on Wednesday March 31, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Karen Stemmler officiating. Interment in St. Mary's R.C. Cemetery, Hesson. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: The Heart and Stroke Foundation 556 Huron Street Stratford, Ontario N5A 5T9 would be appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to Current Funerals and clicking on the Make Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity at the above address.

December 18, 1954 to March 26, 2010 Wayne Colquhoun passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Friday March 26, 2010. He resided in Listowel and was born 55 years ago in Stratford, a son of Marion (Boyd) Colquhoun of Stratford and the late Fred Colquhoun. Wayne was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 259 Listowel. Beloved husband of Marion (Broughton) Colquhoun whom he married in 1986. Loving father of Vicki Scheeringa and Barry McIntosh of Listowel, Kevin Leis and Annette Morrison of Elora and Gary Leis of Kitchener. Special grandpa of Melissa, Amanda, Andrew, Kris, Nolan, Justin, Ryan, Danielle and great-grandpa of Kaylee and Noah. Dear brother of Barry and Ann Marie of Stratford and Wendy Bye and Randy Lee of Thamesford. Son-in-law of Cora Broughton of Monkton and brother-in-law of Sharon Pengally and friend Ted Williams of Goderich, Betty Lou and Ross Rennick of Monkton, Brenda and Bill Burkholder of Blyth. Fondly remembered by his special niece Sherri and her husband Matt McGill and many other nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by his father-in-law George Broughton, brothers-in-law Bob Broughton and Don Pengally. In keeping with Wayne's wishes, cremation has taken place. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Wednesday March 31, 2010 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. A private family memorial service to celebrate Wayne's life will be held at the funeral home on Thursday April 1 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Ralph Dwarika officiating. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Community Care Access Centre 65 Lorne Ave E. Stratford, Ontario N5A 6S4 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.