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03/14/2026

Noble, Sherry

Sherry Lynn Noble (nee Armstrong), formerly of Hanover, passed away at Brightshores Health System – Markdale, on Friday, March 13th, 2026 in her 56th year. Beloved wife of the late Dwayne Noble. Predeceased by her loving parents Jerry and Joyce (nee McCracken) Armstrong. Dear sister of Jerry Armstrong Jr and Mickie of Guelph, Terry Armstrong and Christine of Mount Forest, and Garry Armstrong and Carol of Owen Sound. Cherished aunt of Cody, Dakota, Logan, Dillan, Morgan, Branden, Brandi and Kerrick, and great-aunt of Charleigh. Sherry will be missed by many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Visitation will be held at the McCulloch-Watson Funeral Home, Durham on Friday, March 20th from 5 - 8 p.m. A funeral service celebrating Sherry’s life will be held at the Durham Legion, 271 Bruce Street North, Durham on Saturday at 1 p.m., with visitation prior to the service from 12 - 12:45 p.m. Cremation to follow. Spring interment of cremated remains will be held at Shiloh Cemetery, Chatsworth.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to Community Living Hanover and Area or Special Olympics would be appreciated by the family.

03/13/2026

Mighton, Eileen

Reta Eileen Mighton, of Durham, passed away with her family by her side at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Wednesday, March 11th, 2026, in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Irvan Mighton. Loving mother of Dennis and Sheri Mighton of Durham, Corinne and Jeff Love of Durham, and Kevan and Carole-Anne Mighton of Elmira. Grandmother of Devan Mighton, Jennifer (Corey) Caswell, Kim Caswell, Adam (Alison) Love, Katie Love (Brittany Mauro), Angela Love (Billy Terpstra), Renee (Vince) Magwood, Jessica (Matt) Dietrich, and Robin Mighton. Great-grandmother of Emma, Robert and Patrick Mighton, Keegan, Millaina, and Chloe Caswell, Paitance and Acen Caswell, Ava and Eloise Love, Olivia and Brooks Terpstra, Maverick Magwood, Aubrey and Oliver Dietrich, and Odin Schiestel. Great-great-grandmother of Mazey and Kacey Caswell. Predeceased by her siblings Fred (the late Edith) Wilder, Aveon (the late Jack Atkinson and the late Albert Reay), Olive (the late Ralph) Miller, Jim (the late Mary) Wilder, Arthur (the late Betty and the late Majorie) Wilder.

Visitation will be held at the McCulloch-Watson Funeral Home, Durham on Monday, March 16th from 5 - 8 p.m. A celebration of Eileen’s life will be held at the Durham Legion, 271 Bruce Street North on Tuesday at 12 p.m., with visitation prior to the service from 11 – 11:45 a.m. Cremation to follow with interment at a later date at the Durham Cemetery.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to Durham Hospital Foundation, Durham Hospital Foundation – X-Ray Campaign, or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.

03/08/2026

McFadden, Clara

Clara McFadden (nee Alexander), of Durham, passed away at the Hanover & District Hospital on Saturday, March 7th, 2026 in her 85th year. Beloved wife of the late William “Bill” McFadden. Loving mother of Steven McFadden, Gregory McFadden and his wife Sheryl, and Susan and her husband Steve Torrie. Cherished grandmother of Mitchell McFadden and his wife Kinsley, Emily McFadden and her partner Jason Fryfogel, Cody Dixon and his wife Samantha, Curran Dixon and his fiancée Hayley McMillan, Scott Dixon, and Jackalyn Torrie. Great-grandmother of Theodore and Josie Dixon. Sister-in-law of Erma McFadden. Predeceased by her parents R. J. and Clara Alexander, her brother Robert Alexander and his late wife Florence, her sisters Annie Dowsling and her late husband Harry, and Jean and her late husband Norm Wells.

Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held at the McCulloch-Watson Funeral Home, Durham on Wednesday, March 11th from 6 – 8 p.m. A memorial service celebrating Clara’s life will be held at the Durham Presbyterian Church, 205 Lambton Street East, Durham on Thursday at 11 a.m.

Spring interment of cremated remains at the Durham Cemetery Columbarium.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the Durham Presbyterian Church (general fund), Durham Food Bank or the Durham Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family

03/04/2026

Thomas, Lorne

Lorne MacKenzie Thomas, formerly of Priceville, passed away at Rockwood Terrace, Durham on Friday, February 27th, 2026 in his 89th year. Beloved husband of the late Francis Thomas/Dr. Francis Bobik-Orchard. Father of Jaci Thomas, Patti Samways, Barbara Thomas and her husband Andre D’Odorico, and Laura Osborne and her husband Jeffrey Osborne. Cherished grandfather of Ryan MacDonald and his fiancée Brianna Franklin, Annaleisa D’Odorico, Jacob D’Odorico, Michael Osborne, and Gregory Osborne and his wife Erin Osborne. Dear brother of John and Marilyn Thomas.
Cremation will take place. A celebration of Lorne’s life will be held at a later date.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to Rockwood Terrace would be appreciated.

Arrangements entrusted to the McCulloch-Watson Funeral Home, Durham.

03/03/2026

Pegelo, Murray

Murray Ivan Pegelo passed away peacefully at home with family at his side on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026 in his 74th year. Beloved husband of 33 years of the late Susan (nee Neufeld). Will be missed by his daughter Krissy; son-in-law Mark Stevens; grandsons Crosby and Maxwell; siblings: Alvin (Florence), Glenn (Velma), Delrene (Wayne Monk), Grant (Sandra), Keith, Arden (Sheila), Kevin (Jane), Brien (Bonnie), Ian (Joan), Richard (Willie), and Connie Stephens (John); mother-in-law Anna Neufeld; sisters-in-law: Herta (Emil), Edith (David), Kathe (Kon), Mary (Steve); brother-in-law Peter (Maria); and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Lenus and Patricia, father-in-law Peter, siblings Beverley, Bruce, James, and Robert.

Murray loved spending time with his family and friends, cheering on his Nascar drivers, motorbike rides, woodworking, enjoying his flower gardens and feeding his birds.

Cremation has taken place. Private family interment to follow where Murray will come to rest with his wife at Parkview Cemetery, Waterloo.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society.

Arrangements entrusted to the McCulloch-Watson Funeral Home, Durham.

02/25/2026

Celebrating the Life of Harold Roberts
March 11, 1942 to February 23, 2026

Our beloved husband, father, grandfather “Poppy”, and great-grandfather passed peacefully on Monday, February 23, 2026 in his 84th year, surrounded by family and friends.Beloved husband of Louise (nee Baker) Roberts of 61 years. Loving father of Pauline (Paul) Callahan, John (Naomi) Roberts, and Tim (Sharon) Roberts. Beloved brother of Gordon (Maureen) Roberts, Scott (Carol Ann) Roberts, Zetta (Dale) Lane, Nina Mulligan, and Shawn (Jennie) Roberts. Beloved brother-in-law of Bessie Roberts, Henry (Florence) Baker, Bill (Lorraine) Baker, Eileen (Ed) Stuckless, Dave (Evelyn) Baker, Ed (Judy) Baker, Ron (Brenda) Baker, and Gerald (Valerie) Baker. Cherished grandfather of Amanda (Luke) Snow, Naomi Callahan (Ryan), Kayla (Peter) Eckhardt, Jonathan Roberts (Bonnie), Noah Callahan (Michaela), Annika Roberts, and Clara Mae Roberts. Loving great-grandfather of Evelyn, Elijah, Ollie, Henry, and Abigail.

Predeceased by parents Harry and Beatrice Roberts, sister Catherine Esty, brother Reginald Roberts, parents-in-law Edmund and Amelia Baker, sisters-in-law Bernice Hannon, Renee Baker, Francis Baker and Marlene Baker, and brother-in-laws Sandy Mulligan and Ron Hannon.

Harold lived a full life filled with stories, laughter, wisdom, and faith. Harold loved and served his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ throughout his life. Born and raised in Newfoundland and later in Ontario and Point-of-Bay, Newfoundland, Harold was an incredibly hard worker, logging in the forests and building and renovating homes. Harold loved fishing, hunting, picking blueberries, and his double-double Tim Hortons coffee with a carrot muffin.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Scott, Jaelyn, Nicole, Vanna, Jenna, Amy, and all the nurses and staff at South Bruce Grey Health Centre (Palliative Care) Kincardine Hospital who went above and beyond taking special care of our precious Dad.

Visitation will be held at the McCulloch-Watson Funeral Home, Durham on Saturday, February 28th from 2 – 5 p.m.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation or the family kindly asks you to plant a tree in his memory.

02/11/2026

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01/26/2026

McCallum, Neil

Neil Wesley McCallum, of Durham, passed away at the Brightshores Health System, Owen Sound on Saturday, January 24th, 2026 in his 74th year. Beloved husband of Marjorie McCallum (nee Steep). Loving father of Wesley McCallum, Ryan McCallum and his late wife Angie, and the late Krestine Collins and her husband Matthew. Cherished grandfather of Isabella, Dylan, Alexandria, Lukas, Johnny, and Calem. Dear brother of Lynn McCallum and his wife Sharon, Peggy and her husband Roy Pratt, Randy McCallum and his wife Karin, and Teresa Ferrier-Markle and her husband William. Predeceased by his parents Dougald and Florence McCallum (nee Roseborough).

Cremation will take place. Spring interment of cremated remains at Durham Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to the McCulloch-Watson Funeral Home, Durham.

01/15/2026

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01/13/2026

Hackson, Sandra

Sandra Jean Hackson, of the Village Residence in Hanover --- formerly of Priceville, Toronto and Edmonton --- passed away after a brief illness on Sunday, January 11th 2026 in her 85th year. Predeceased by her parents Alexander and Hazel (Sims) Hackson; brothers David (Helen), Neil (June, Janice) and John (Anne, Virginia) Hackson; sister Lorna (Sandy) Martin; and nephews Ian (Shirley), Andrew (Tina), Ross (Lisa) and Gregg Hackson. She is survived by nieces Marilyn (Paul) O’Dell, Leigh (Bill) Monette, Kim (Rick) Robinson and Heather Hackson, along with nephews Davey, Darren (Darlene), Kevin (Darlene) and Graham Hackson; Alex (Melody) and Cameron (Mary) Martin; Brent (Tanya) Harrison.
Sandra was a pioneer of her time. Fiercely independent, she studied at UBC prior to joining Air Canada in the 1960s, where she enjoyed many years in customer service, including working at the Maple Leaf Lounge and forming a close friendship with (then) Air Canada President, Claude Taylor. Sandra travelled extensively. She was a free spirit who loved nothing more than having fun. She also appreciated music, reading, playing cards and crosswords, politics and keeping up with her large circle of friends. She had a beautiful singing voice, and as the story goes, she was supposed to be the original partner for Ian Tyson before he found Sylvia.
Sandra adored the various animals in her life: Buddy, Peaches, Smokey, Jack and April just to name a few. They usually came as strays --- she fed anything that decided to live under her deck--- and would eventually coax them into her home.
Sandra spent almost all of her eighty-four summers at her family cottage at Trout Lake, near Parry Sound. The people at the lake were dear to her, and she forged close relationships that spanned generations of lake-goers. She detested a north wind, believed she could move the clouds away with a wave of her hand, and the bullfrog symphony outside her bedroom window was her lullaby. She felt a deep spiritual connection to the land and it’s creatures --- well, except for the bears --- at that special place.

Cremation has taken place. At Sandra’s request, there will be no funeral service. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Grey-Bruce Humane Shelter (Meaford), Georgian Triangle Humane Society (Collingwood) or a charity of your choice. Arrangements are entrusted to McCulloch-Watson Funeral Home.

Sandra’s family would also like to send a note of appreciation to the Doctors and staff at the Hanover & District Hospital, who provided exemplary and compassionate care for the last number of months.

I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints of snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain,
I am the softly falling rain.
When you awaken in the morning hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
-Mary Elizabeth Frye-

01/13/2026

Lough, Charlie

Charles William Lough, of Durham, died suddenly at his home on Sunday, January 11, 2026 at age 83. Married to the love of his life Marlene (nee Wainwright) for 63 years. Loving father of Scott Lough and his wife Shawna, and Owen and his wife Alisia. Proud grandfather of Vivian Lough, and Nathan Lough. Dear brother of Richard Lough and his wife Patricia. Brother-in-law of Ann and Gary Phillips, and Dale Wainwright and Phil Dandurand. Predeceased by his brother Bob Lough.

Charlie happily drove school bus in Toronto for 32 years and was a part time clown at the school bus parties for 8 years. He coached soccer for 3 years in Mississauga for 8 – 9 year olds. He loved going to his trailer in Sauble Beach for 38 years. After retirement he moved to Durham and he proudly told everyone the he loved living in Durham for the past 29 years.

A private service will be held. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the Durham Presbyterian Church (general fund) or the Durham Food Bank would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the McCulloch-Watson Funeral Home, Durham.

01/09/2026

Morris, Steve

Stephen Morris, of Durham, passed away at Brucelea Haven, Walkerton on Thursday, January 8th, 2026 in his 73rd year. Beloved husband of the late Cathy (nee Torry). Loving father of Gillian and her partner Dereck Wheeler. Cherished grandfather of Bailey and her partner Hayden Buchanan. Dear brother of Audrey and her husband Merv McInnis, Andrew Morris, and Alison Holliday and her partner Kelvin Adams. Dear brother-in-law of Karen and Larry Matheson, and W***y and Michele Torry. Steve will be missed and remembered by his nieces and nephews, and his good friend George and Deane Anderson. Steve worked at Durham Furniture for 45 years and was general manager of the Hanover Barons association for many years. Cremation will take place. Visitation will be held at the McCulloch-Watson Funeral Home, Durham on Monday, January 12, 2026 from 6 – 8 p.m. Spring interment of cremated remains at the Durham Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to MS Canada, Canadian Cancer Society or Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.