Obituaries

Jordan Ashish Meck, of Barwick, Ont., passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on April 25, 2018 at the age of one year, six months, and nine days.

He was born on Oct. 16, 2016 to Daryl and Rhoda (Martin) Meck.

Jordan brought a little bit of Heaven to his family during his short life here, and will be lovingly remembered for his sweet, endearing smiles that he gave freely to everyone—even though he often suffered discomfort and difficulty breathing because of his defective heart.

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Paul Ivor Dalseg at the age of 93.

He passed away peacefully, at home, with the loving care of family and caregivers.

Paul was born on the family farm in McInnes Creek, Spohn Township on Aug. 5, 1924.

His wife, Eleanor, with whom he shared a loving and blessed marriage for 50 years, predeceased him. He also was predeceased by his siblings, Harley, Norman, Melvin, Roy, and Judy.

Shirley Mae Gadd (nee Ahrens), 74, of Fort Frances, Ont., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances.

A service of celebration and remembrance will be held Saturday, May 5, 2018 at 1 p.m. at the Northridge Funeral Home in Emo, Ont.

A complete obituary will follow.

Sadly, the family announces the passing of Charles Harrison, 83, a former longtime resident of Barwick, Ont., on Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at his residence in Fort Frances, Ont.

Chuck was born on Sept. 4, 1934 in Rossburn, Man. to Irwin and Blanche Harrison.

Chuck was passionate about watching sports, often challenging other sports enthusiasts to a small wager just for fun. He also loved to play cards, listen to classic country and western music, test his luck at casinos, and spend time with friends and family.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Alan Cameron Wensley on Saturday, April 21, 2018, with his family by his side, at the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre in Thunder Bay, Ont.

Alan was born on Dec. 21, 1938 in Emo, Ont. At the age of 18, he joined the Royal Canadian Airforce and worked as an Aeroengine Technician at Camp Borden, Ont. It was there he met the love of his life and future wife, Bernice Dungey.

Sadly, the family announces the passing of Leslie Howarth, 82, of Fort Frances, Ont., on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances, Ont.

Leslie was born on Aug. 4, 1935 in Fort Frances to Cecil and Zelma Howarth.

He was an avid photographer, learning from his father over the years, and he often would be seen taking wedding pictures and at social events. He also enjoyed living the majority of his life at his family cabin on Rocky Inlet.

On March 31, 2018, Jackie Roste passed away peacefully at Grove Park Home in Barrie, Ont.

Mary Jacqueline Roste, known as Jackie and affectionately known as “Cookie” by her cousins and high school friends, was born on Aug. 13, 1941 in Macklin, Sask. to Grace (nee Crowe) and Jacob Shucard, along with brother, Gerald Schucard.

Shortly after Jackie's birth, the family moved to Fort Frances, Ont., where Jackie lived most of her life. It was in Fort Frances that Jackie met Wayne Roste and they were married.

It is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of Roger Grouette, who went peacefully on Monday, April 16, 2018 in the presence of his family at HSC.

Roger was predeceased by his parents, Marie Elizabeth Marguerite and Joseph Eduardo Grouette; brother, Edward Grouette; and sister, Doris Brown (Grouette).

He forever will be loved and remembered by his wife, Pamela Grouette; children, Crystallee (Dan), Allison (Matthew), and Aaron (Kacey); and grandchildren, Atticus, Michael, Eve, and William,

Sadly, the family announces the passing of Cliff Noble, 89, of Emo, Ont., on Wednesday, April 11 2018 at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances, Ont.

Cliff was born on March 25, 1929 in Morley Township, Ont. to Clarence and Myrtle Noble.

Cliff worked in Marathon, Ont. for 30 plus years before retiring to Emo.

He loved his garden, most of which he generously gave away. He also loved going to garage and auction sales, probably more to meet people he knew and to visit although he did buy his share (old lamps and bone china teacups for Cindy).

It is with great sadness that the family of Stewart Charles Firth announces his passing on Wednesday, April 11, 2018.

Stewart was born in Dewsbury Yorkshire England on Aug. 10, 1950 to Albert and Margaret Firth.

Though his heritage was half-English and half-Scottish, he loved his Scottish ancestry the most. Stewart especially enjoyed travelling to Scotland with his family for holidays.

Stewart came to Canada in 1976, and in 1980 met his sweetheart for life, Debra Elaine Pearse. Stewart and Debra were married on Aug. 13, 1983.

On Saturday, April 14, 2018, our mother, wife, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Shirley Dianne Elizabeth Larsen, passed away peacefully at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances, Ont. with loved ones by her side.

Shirley was 72. We are saddened by her passing but find comfort in knowing she has gone to her heavenly home to be reunited with her Heavenly Father, parents, family members, and dear friends.