Drury Funeral Centre Ltd.

12/23/2025

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Gail Yvette Turner (nee Byron) announce her peaceful passing at 4:44 pm on December 21, 2025 at the age of 74.

Gail Yvette Turner cherished wife of Lewis Clair Turner (predeceased).

Beloved stepmother of Robin Ann Seguin (nee Turner) and son-in- law James M. Seguin.

Cherished big sister to Linda Mary O’Brien (nee Byron) and sister-in-law to Richard O’Brien; brother John J. Byron II; Aunt to nieces Kelly Lucci (nee O’Brien) Kimberley R. O’Brien (predeceased) and nephew John W. O’Brien.

Precious grandmother to Renee Elizabeth Ledsham, David Paul Ledsham (Chelsey Bible) & Jennifer Ann Ledsham (John Doucet).

Great grandmother to Brittany, McKenzie, Olivia, Liam, Laynah, Benjamin, Claire, Anderson & Jackson.

Predeceased by her parents John J. Byron and Claire (Belisle) Byron.

Humanitarian. Food and wine connoisseur. Good friend to many. Dedicated Blue Jays fan. Lover of golf, warm sands & salty breezes.

Rest well, dear, sweet Gail.

At her request, friends who wish to honour Gail’s incredible life are asked to make a charitable donation to Matthews House Hospice, Alliston.

A Celebration of life to be held in Spring 2026.

12/17/2025

Richard “Rick” Waylen

Passed away peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket on Tuesday, December 16, 2025.

Loved father of Debra, Edward (Tracy) and Teri (Dan). Loved grandfather of Elizabeth, Joey, Jaiden, Peyten, Meghan, Kyle (Liss), great grandfather of Adrianna, Nevaeh, Abby, Dina and Alex. Cherished brother of Rex (Joan), Reg (Mary) and cherished uncle of Kimberly (Cam), Lawrey (Nathan), Cathy (Gerrard). Rick will be missed by Karen Waylen and many friends.

Visitation will be held at Drury Funeral Centre on Monday, December 22nd from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m.

If so desired, memorial donations to the Stronach Cancer Centre would be greatly appreciated.

12/16/2025

Vera Allan

Passed away peacefully at Matthews House Hospice on Tuesday, December 16, 2025.

Loved companion of the late Victor Gauley. Loved mother of Howard, Deanna and Justine. Cherished sister of Alan and Keith. Vera will be fondly remembered by her partner Douglas Montgomery, her extended family and friends.

A family interment will be held at Alliston Union Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Matthews House Hospice would be appreciated.

12/16/2025

Dorothy Penney

Born October 3, 1932 in Walkerton, Dorothy Penney (nee Eckenswiller) passed away peacefully December 1, 2025 at Bradford Valley Care Community in her 93rd year.

Loved wife of the late Lawrence Penney. Loved mother of Beverly Penney and Deborah (Garry Mercer), predeceased by her sons Wayne Penney and David Penney. Loved grandmother of 7 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Dorothy will be fondly remembered by her extended family and friends.

A family interment will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Stevenson Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.

12/15/2025

Johanna Fumerton

Passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2025 at Stevenson Memorial Hospital.

Beloved wife of John Fumerton. Loved mother of Ernie Fumerton (Jane) and Angela Fumerton (Troy Turner). Loving gramma of Michael (Sam), Jesse, Talen and great gramma of Carson. Loved daughter of the late Gus and Maria Brienesse. Dear sister of Gus, Jack, Bep, predeceased by Wim, Gerrit, John, Trudy and Hank. Dear sister in law of David and Darryl, predeceased by Bruce, Jimmy and Mary. Johanna will be fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews and friends.

A Celebration of Life will take place at The Royal Canadian Legion Branch #171 (111 Dufferin St. S., Alliston) on Saturday, January 10, 2026 from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m.

If so desired, memorial donations to Breast Cancer Canada would be greatly appreciated.

12/12/2025

Zenon Sochacki
December 7, 1958 – November 24, 2025

Funeral Mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, December 19, 2025 at Our Lady of Grace 27 Centre St., Angus. Reception to follow at the Church.

12/09/2025

Armida Pignatiello

Passed away peacefully with her daughter by her side at Matthews House Hospice on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at the age of 90.

Beloved wife of the late Paolo (“Babbo”). Loving mother of Paul (Jane), Anna (Keith Over) and Rosa Izzi (Mario). Loved nona of Stephen (Jorden), Christopher, Brandon (Kimberly), Vanessa, Brian (Sarah), Jonathan, Roberto, Carmela and fondly remembered by her great grandchildren. Dear sister of Berina Firmana and the late Carmalina Pacetto.

Visitation will be held at Drury Funeral Centre 519 Victoria St. E., Alliston on Friday, December 12th from 12:30 p.m. until time of Funeral Service at 1:30 p.m. Interment to follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Orangeville.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Matthews House Hospice would be appreciated.

12/08/2025

Richard “Rick” Karr

Passed away peacefully at Matthews House Hospice on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at the age of 73.

Loving husband of Marie. Loved dad of Wesley (Heather) and Darlene (Ash). Loved grandpa of Brianna, Madison, Amanda and Samara. Cherished brother in law of Phyllis (Andrew), Kim (Ron), Shiela (Brian) Morley (Julia), Brian (Tanya), Karen and predeceased by Harry (Helen). Rick will be fondly remembered by his extended family and many friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Matthews House Hospice would be greatly appreciated.

12/04/2025

11/28/2025

John Rhodes

Passed away peacefully with family by his side on Tuesday November 25, 2025 at Matthews House Hospice, Alliston in his 86th year.

Beloved husband of 66 years to Betty Rhodes. Loved father of Ken and Shawn (Janice). Loving grandpa of Joshua and Cody (Candace) and papa to Gavin and Dustin. John will be fondly remembered by his extended family and friends.

A Celebration of John’s life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, 111 Dufferin St. S. Alliston on Saturday, December 20, 2025 from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to Matthews House Hospice would be appreciated.

Arrangements entrusted to Drury Funeral Centre, Alliston.

11/26/2025

Gerald “Gerry” Ham passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 22nd, at Matthews House Hospice in Alliston.

Gerry is lovingly remembered by his partner Vivian; his brother Charles (Marilyn) of Edmonton, AB; his sister Arlene (Jon) of Vancouver, BC; his stepchildren Jennifer (Scott), Glen (Sue), Tammy, his grandchildren Ashley, Hayden, Christopher, Justin and great grandchild Hunter. He was a devoted uncle to Jackie and to Mark (Lena), who cherished his warmth and steady presence.

A successful mining and civil engineer, Gerry was admired for his dedication, insight, and integrity throughout his career. Outside of work, he found joy in golf, cheering on his favourite NFL teams, and faithfully supporting the Vancouver Canucks. Quiet by nature but rich in heart, Gerry was known for offering thoughtful advice—and always having a good joke ready to share.

He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

A private family interment will take place, with a Celebration of Life to be held next Spring. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Matthews House Hospice, Stevenson Memorial Hospital or the Canadian Cancer Society.

11/24/2025

We are excited to share the news that after 2 1/2 years of planning, construction is underway! We will be modernizing, improving and increasing the size of our building to serve our community for many years to come.

The new addition will be a 3000 square foot modern multipurpose room added to the front of our current building. This will serve a variety of purposes; whether it be a celebration of life, reception, visitation or funeral service. Our beautiful new space will help us serve our community better. Along with this multipurpose room, it will also include administration space, a warm and welcoming front entrance. The building will undergo a facelift with new stone, stucco, timber framing and roof. Thank you in advance to our local trades who are helping make this vision a reality.

Construction is never a convenient or fun process, in saying that we will remain open and available throughout this time with minimal disruption.

Thank you for your continued support and patience.
Grant & Gavin