General

At Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 William Hugh “Bill” Allan of Glencoe passed away in his 72^nd year.  Beloved husband of Sue (nee Taylor) and dear father of Jackie and her husband Spencer Donald.  Loving grandfather of Brooks and Andie, the two joys of his life.  Dear brother of Jan Allan and Bruce Allan (Lynne).  Also survived by his mother-in-law Joyce Aitken and brother-in-law Mike Taylor (Sharon).  Uncle Bill will be missed by his nieces and nephews and their families; Sean (Chantal), Jenny (Mike), Kelsey (Julian), Josh and Jacob. Predeceased by his parents Hugh and Reta Allan.  Bill was retired from Dow Chemical where he worked for thirty-five years.  He was proud of the Glencoe community where he lived all his life and was actively involved for many years with Minor Hockey, the Glencoe and District Curling Club, Glencoe Legion, CERV Middlesex and enjoyed the game of golf.  Bill was someone who never sat still for long — always busy doing something, whether it was helping at a local event, lending a hand, or simply checking in on others.  He found joy in being useful, in being present, and in being involved.  To his family, he was a steady hand and a loving heart. To friends and strangers alike, he was a friendly face you could always count on and had a natural gift for making people feel welcomed and at home.   A private family service will be held at the Van Heck Funeral Home, Glencoe with interment at Oakland Cemetery.  A Celebration of Life will be held at the Glencoe Agricultural Hall, 268 Currie Street, Glencoe on Sunday, July 27 from 2:30 to 5:00 p.m. with a Legion Service at 2:30.  Family and friends are invited to gather, share stories, laughter and raise a glass of Molson Canadian – his favourite – to toast a life well-lived and a spirit that will never be forgotten.  Memorial donations may be made to Four Counties Health Services Foundation or Glencoe Presbyterian Church.  The Allan family wishes to express their appreciation to Dr. Lavasova, Dr. Wang, Dr. Bean and Dr. Gunn and all the nursing staff on 2 South at Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital for their outstanding care and compassion.

Suddenly on July 6, 2025 , Marie McNaughton passed away in her 81^st year. Beloved wife to Dan McNaughton. Dear mother Terry (Terri Lynn Jeffery) and Todd (Marlene) McNaughton. Cherished grandmother to Krystal, Devon, Dustin, Kasi and Jeanie , Jamie, Jolene and Johnathon. Great-grandmother to Donnelle, Hazel, Jack, Jasper, and Nash. Marie will be missed by her siblings, Charlie (Deanna) Blain, Bev (Ron) Kelly, Dan (Kieu Pham) Blain and sisters-in-law Diane Brewer, Ruth (Randy) Gatecliff, Susan McNaughton and Ruth Ann McNaughton. Predeceased by her brothers-in-law Ross Brewer, Gary, Ross and Robbie McNaughton. Following Marie’s wishes cremation has taken place and a private Graveside Service will be held at Alvinston Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Newbury Legion Branch 583 on Saturday, July 26 2025 from 1 – 4 p.m. Memorial Donations may be made to Four Counties Health Services Foundation.

Peacefully at Four Counties Health Services, Newbury on Saturday, June 28, 2025, Richard DePelsmaeker of Newbury passed away in his 84^th year.  Beloved husband of Mary Lou (Soudant) for 57 years.  Dear father of Sandra (David) Walker, Doug, Lori (Josh McMillan) and Chris. Loved by his grandchildren Tyler, Taylor, Courtney, Courtlyne, Raquel, Sabrina and Talen and his great-grandchildren Oliver, Isla, Aubrey, Blaine, Kiera and Myka.  Also survived by many nieces and nephews.  Predeceased by his 2 brothers Joe (Marietta) and Frank (Donna).  Visitation Tuesday, July 1^st from 5-7 p.m. at the Van Heck Funeral Home, 172 Symes street, Glencoe.  Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Charles Garnier Church, 244 Stella Ave, Glencoe on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 11 a.m.  (Visitation at the church from 10-11 a.m.). Interment will follow at St. Ignatius Cemetery, Bothwell.  Memorial donations may be made to Four Counties Health Services Foundation or Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre.

Liselotte Landsborough passed away at her home in Wardsville of a sudden heart attack on the morning of the 27th of January, in her 82nd year. She was born in Copenhagen, Denmark on March 23rd, 1943.

Wife of Robert Charles Landsborough born July 5th, 1938 and passed away January 1st, 2021. Dear mother of Chris Landsborough, Paul Landsborough of London, Ontario, and Scott Landsborough of Edmonton, Alberta. Grandmother of Gregory, Alex, Jeremy, and Payton. Lise was the youngest of five siblings to Lener and Ruth Frederiksen , née Johansen. Three siblings passed away early in their teenage years. Predeceased by sister Kirsten Genthner.

Lise was a Registered Practical Nurse. She enjoyed working as a visiting nurse for the Victorian Order of Nurses (VON). She also spent time working in various nursing homes, and Lakeshore Psychiatric Hospital. For a period in the 1980s/1990s, she was a school bus driver. Even there she ended up using nursing skills driving special needs autistic children.

Both Bob and Lise were involved in various aspects of the United Church of Canada. They were both Elders and board members of the United Church in Newmarket, and the United Church in Acton. Both enjoyed singing in the Church Choirs. Lise kept the books and represented the Wardsville United Church at the Presbytery and General Council.

Lise’ other hobbies included arts and crafts clubs, local nature clubs, and the local choir, The Voice Prints. Lise had a special fondness for her dogs. This was something passed on by her father. From her earliest years a canine companion (or two) held a special place in her heart. Most recently she is survived by her two Border collies, Ellie and Sam.

Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at Van Heck Funeral Home, 172 Symes Street, Glencoe on Thursday , July 10^th 2025 at 1:30 p.m. Inurnment will take place the following Monday, July 14, at Woodlands Cemetery, Elliot Lake.

We are celebrating the lives and marriage of Edward Hubbard, 84 years (June 4, 1941 – Sept. 14, 2024) and Marilyn ‘Bunny’ Hubbard, 84 years (Dec. 13, 1941 – April 15, 2025.

They were dear and treasured parents to Scott (Laura) of West Lorne and Chris (Carol) of Manitoba. Beloved grandparents to Christy (Mike), Tyler (Lily), Matthew (Megan), and Calla and great-grandparents to James. Cherished step-grandparents to Kate (Zack), Michelle and step great-grandparents to Charlie. They will be missed by Marilyn’s sisters Patricia Pole, Bonnie (Gary) Berdan, Bette Mullis, Barb (Alec) Edwards, and Ed’s brother Bob (Louise) Faulkenham. Bunny and Ed will also be remembered fondly by many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Following Ed and Bunny’s wishes, family and friends are invited to their joint Celebration of Life. On Saturday, June 28 from 11a.m. – 12:30p.m. please join us for a light lunch and refreshments at Van Heck Funeral Home, 172 Symes Street, Glencoe. A graveside service and inurnment will follow at Kilmartin Cemetery, Glencoe. Memorial donations may be made to Four Counties Health Services – Palliative Care

On June 18, 2025, David Little of Glencoe passed away on his 73rd Birthday . Dear father to Grant Little (Jenna) and Ashley Little. Cherished grandfather of Levi and Lawson. David will be missed by his friend and partner Barb, brother Donald (Linda) and his nephews Michael, Stephen and Kevin. Predeceased by his parents Murray (2004) and Jean (2005) Little. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 24 from 2-4 and 6-8p.m. at the Van Heck Funeral Home, 172 Symes Street, Glencoe. The Funeral Service will be on Wednesday, June 25  at 11 a.m. at Glencoe Presbyterian Church, Glencoe. Rev. Deb Dolbear-VanBilsen officiating with interment to follow at the Oakland Cemetery, Glencoe. Memorial donations may be made to Ontario 4-H Foundation – Middlesex 4-H Association Endowment Fund.

Peacefully at Four Counties Health Services, Newbury on Thursday, June 12, 2025, Kenneth David MacMillan of Glencoe and formerly of Tillsonburg passed away in his 84^th year.  Predeceased by his wife Lorraine Joyce (Todd) MacMillan and his parents Clarence and Annie (Wallace) MacMillan from Ingersoll.  Dear father of Michael MacMillan of Tillsonburg, Lisa Desnomie of Moose Jaw and Todd and Caysha MacMillan of Glencoe.  Loved by his grandchildren Wyonna, Myles, Shannon, Sara, Taylor, Kennedy, Joey and Maddison and great-grandchildren Summer, Bradlyn, Ryann, Maverick, Paisley, Robin, Olivia and Isabelle.  Also survived by his brother Peter MacMillan of North Bay and sister Linda Easton of Calgary.  Predeceased by his siblings Pat, Jim, Don, Jack, Marg, Mike, Joan and Leona.  In keeping with Ken’s wishes cremation has taken place and his family will remember him privately. Memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.