OBITUARY LISTING

Dec 24, 2018

Heather May (Ollis) McCurdy

April 7, 1923 – December 24, 2018

We are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Heather May (Ollis) McCurdy of Pembroke, at Pembroke Regional Hospital in Pembroke, Ontario on December 24, 2018, peacefully, with family at her side.  She was born in Ash Vale, England on April 7, 1923, to Cyril and...

Dec 20, 2018

Dec 16, 2018

ROBINSON, Darl William – passed away peacefully at Marianhill, Pembroke on Sunday, December 16, 2018 at the age of 87 years.

Darl Robinson of Beachburg, beloved husband of Marilyn Robinson (nee McBride).  Dear father of Lloyd (Laura), Beachburg; Ward (Sandy), Nepean; & Stacey (Chris Pleau), Pembroke; and predeceased by infant twin sons.  Cherished grandfather of Ashley, Berkley & Taylor Robinson; Brandon...

Dec 14, 2018

NEUMAN, Evelyn – age 93, called home to be with her Lord on December 14, 2018 at Groves Park Lodge, Renfrew, surrounded by her children after a long struggle with dementia.

Evelyn was born in Schutt, Ontario on November 12, 1925.  Her parents were Carl and Dorothy Grosskleg (nee O’Drain); and step-mother Janet (nee Romanson).  She was married to Dr. Edmund...

Dec 14, 2018

ARSCOTT, Terance “Terre” – passed away suddenly at the Pembroke Regional Hospital on Friday, December 14, 2018 at the age of 63 years.

Terre Arscott of Pembroke, beloved husband of Lynn Arscott (nee Okum).  Dear son of the late Gerald and Leona Arscott (nee Legault).

Respecting Terre’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a celebration of his life will be held at...

Dec 13, 2018

BLIMKE, Bernice – passed away peacefully at the Deep River and District Hospital on Thursday, December 13, 2018 in her 86th year.

Bernice Blimke of Deep River, beloved wife of Lyn Blimke.  Caring mother of Douglas Blimke (the late Angela).  Doting grandmother of Scott Blimke (Corrie-Lyn).  Great-grandmother of Abby Rose, Isabelle and Bronson Blimke.  Daughter of the late Marvin and Florence McPherson (nee...

Dec 13, 2018

HOBART, J. Dianne – passed away due to complications of long-standing lung disease, surrounded by family and her best friend at the Pembroke Regional Hospital on Thursday, December 13, 2018, just 2 days shy of her 62nd birthday. 

Dianne Hobart (nee Oliver) of Pembroke, dear wife of Dr. Richard Hobart. Devoted daughter of Eileen Smith Oliver and the late John "Doug"...

Dec 11, 2018

SCHWANTZ, Alma – passed away peacefully at Miramichi Lodge, Pembroke on Tuesday, December 11, 2018 in her 100th year.

Alma Schwantz (nee Ritcher) of Petawawa, wife of the late Alfred Schwantz.  Beloved mother of Willard Schwantz (Edwina) and Shirley Hampel (Terry) both of Petawawa.  Loving grandmother of Bradley (Courtney), Amy & Holly (Colby); and Erin, 6 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild.  Daughter...

Dec 7, 2018

RALPH, John Love (Life Member of the Petawawa Lions Club, Associate Member of the Petawawa Legion, 30 years of dedicate service to DND) – Passed away at Marianhill, Pembroke on Friday, December 7, 2018 in his 82nd year.

John Ralph of Petawawa, husband of the late Emily Ralph (nee Bennett).  Father of the late June Bell, George Ralph and John Ralph. ...

Dec 4, 2018

HABEC, Lois – peacefully passed away at her home with loving family by her side on Tuesday, December 4, 2018.

Lois Habec (nee Teschner) of Petawawa, wife of the late Mike Habec.  Mother of Ken Habec (Kathy), Oshawa and Vida Habec, Petawawa.  Nanny to Jeff Habec (Emma), Morgan Roberts (Kyle) and Lindsey Hartling (Joe).  Great-Nanny to Jack, Tom & Abby; Ben...

Dec 4, 2018

McCauley, Mae – passed away peacefully at the Pembroke Regional Hospital on Tuesday, December 4, 2018 in her 90th year.

Mae McCauley (nee McLaren) of Pembroke, beloved wife of Robert McCauley.  Loving mother of Joan Unger (Harvey), Kevin McCauley (Caryl) and Sheila Rennick (late Mike).  Loved and cherished by 8 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by brothers Jack & Peter McLaren...

Dec 2, 2018

POPKIE, Gilbert “Gibby” – passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 2, 2018 at Miramichi Lodge, Pembroke at the age of 73 years. 

Gilbert Popkie of Pembroke, husband of Beverly Popkie (nee Ledgerwood). Father of Shirley Hopper (Phil), Petawawa; Pauleen Nickerson (Kevin), Kingston; Brenda St. Pierre (Bob), Chalk River; and Michael Popkie, Pembroke.  Grandpa to André (Kristie) & Jennifer (Mat); Tyler; Sarah...

Dec 2, 2018

MURPHY, Robert “Bob” – On December 2, 2018, Robert “Bob” Emmet Murphy passed away peacefully at the Pembroke Regional Hospital, surrounded by family.

Bob of Pembroke, was born on April 8, 1940 to the late Michael and Mary (nee Croft) Murphy in St. John’s Newfoundland.  He is survived by his beloved wife of 28 years, Elizabeth Brose-Murphy, and their two sons,...

Nov 30, 2018

CALLAHAN, Merissa Lynn – passed away unexpectedly at the Pembroke Regional Hospital, surrounded by her family on Friday, November 30, 2018 at the age of 14 years.

Merissa Callahan of Pembroke, and formerly of Timmins, precious daughter of Derrick Callahan and the late Tanya Orth; and beloved sister of Kentessa Pearce.  Cherished granddaughter of Rachel & the late Norm Callahan; and...

Nov 27, 2018

Maves, Jean – passed away peacefully with family by her side on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at the age of 84 years. 

Jean Maves (nee Ryan) of Pembroke, wife of the late Norbert Maves.  Mother of Douglas Maves, Kelowna BC; Susan DeHaan (late Konnie), Chalk River; Grant Maves (Kimberly), Pickering; Nancy Carswell (Alan), Prince Albert SK; and Lorna Maves, Ottawa.  Grandmother...

Nov 20, 2018

ROCHE, David – passed away at the Queensway Carleton Hospital, surrounded by his family on Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at the age of 66 years.

David Roche of Pembroke, beloved husband of Lori Roche (nee Lehman).  Dear father of Adam (Jessica) & Sean Roche; and grandfather of Izabelle & Jackson.  Son of the late Vincent and Willow Roche (nee Ringrose), and...

Nov 19, 2018

KLENTZ, Peter Allan – passed away suddenly at the Pembroke Regional Hospital, surrounded by his family on Monday, November 19, 2018 at the age of 57 years.

Peter Klentz of Pembroke, beloved husband of Shelley Klentz (nee Brown), and father of Brian & Samantha.  Dear brother of Christine Byers (late Lloyd), David Klentz, Mary Kent (Donald), Ruth Giesler (Ray) and James...

Nov 18, 2018

WILSON, Charlie – passed away peacefully at the Pembroke Regional Hospital on Sunday, November 18, 2018 in his 83rd year. 

Charlie Wilson of Greenwood, beloved husband of 62 years to Pauline Wilson (nee Steege).  Father of Steve; Cathy Wren (Allan); and Terry (Connie).  Also survived by grandchildren Ashley (Lee) & Katie (Patrick); and Tyler (Rebecca) & Kristin (Colin).  Great-grandfather of Hallie,...

Nov 17, 2018

McGUIRE, Allan S. - passed away at the Ottawa Civic Hospital, peacefully he left this world with no sorrows and no pain at the age of 71 years.

He left behind his wife Clarene (Claire) McGuire (nee Labine), his son Keith McGuire (wife Amanda), and his granddaughter Sandi (Mia) McGuire.  Predeceased by his parents Eldon & Phyllis McGuire (nee Layman), his...

Nov 7, 2018

FARR, Kevin C – passed away peacefully after a brief, yet courageous battle with cancer at the Pembroke Regional Hospital on Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at the age of 52 years. 

Kevin Farr of Pembroke, dearly loved husband of Debbie Farr (nee Schwan).  Devoted father of Allison & Brett Farr, Pembroke. Son of the late Cyril & Beverley Farr (nee Prescott). ...