All Obituaries

Peacefully with her family at her side at the Guelph General Hospital on Wednesday November 7th, 2018.  Elaine McGibbon (nee Porterfield) of Guelph, in her 72nd year was the dear sister of Una Porterfield of Brampton, Yvonne Newton (Ron) of Dundalk, June Rouw (Pete) of Erin and Joyce MacDougall of Guelph.  Dear sister-in-law of Roy McGibbon of Guelph.  Predeceased by her husband Frank McGibbon, brothers Allan Porterfield and Lyle Porterfield and brother-in-law Herb...

At Headwaters Hospital in Orangeville surrounded by his family on November 4, 2018 at the age of 85.  Survived by Pamela (nee Bolton) his loving wife of 59 years.  Much loved father of Helen (Alan Abelsohn), Brian and Gillian (Aslan Motahedin)  Stephen will be missed by his three grandchildren: Haley, Laura and Alex Motahedin as well as his sister Bea and his brother John and their families.  Stephen was predeceased by his sister Elspeth earlier this year. Stephen will...

Peacefully on Tuesday October 30, 2018 at Eden House Nursing Home, Guelph.  Orma Ferguson in her 97th year was the beloved wife of the late Ross Ferguson (2003), loving mother of Gary Ferguson (Sandra), the late Linda Wilson (John Gates and the late Don Wilson) and the late Robert Ferguson, adoring grandma of Dan, Scott, Ryan, Rebecca and Mark and great-grandma of Drew, Lauren and Taylor.  Orma was predeceased by her sisters Audrey and Doris. Friends are invited to MacIntyre...

Peacefully on October 27, 2018 at St. Joseph’s Health Care, Guelph.  Donald Gallagher in his 74th year was the loving father of Craig Gallagher and Cheryl Hainz(Craig) and adoring grandfather of Megan, Steven and Hailey. Donald was predeceased by his parents Leo and Isabelle Gallagher and is survived by his brother Ron and sisters Leona and Margaret. Today we say goodbye to a real kind and generous character. Donald Kevin Patrick  Gallagher my dad. He leaves us...

Peacefully on Thursday October 25, 2018 at his home, surrounded by his family.  Doug Gorter, in his 75th year was the beloved husband of Doreen Gorter for 53 years, loving father of Linda Plesa (Gary), the late Sheri Gorter (Rob Leitch) and the late Douglas Gorter and adoring grandpa of Robert “Bud”, Alexis, Krissy and Ryan. Friends are invited to MacIntyre Family Funeral Home, 5399 Wellington Road 52 (Main Street, South), Erin, on Sunday October 28, 2018 from 2 p.m....

Peacefully on Friday October 19, 2018 at Hospice Wellington, Guelph.  Greta Isabella Parkinson, in her 88th year was the beloved wife of the late Ralph Parkinson (2002), loving mother of Wayne Parkinson, Joyce Rayner (Charlie), Cheryl Anne Brown and Lorne Parkinson and adoring Grandma of Sara, Joey, Josh, Lacey, Bryson, Becca and Heather.  Greta will be remembered by her sisters Madeline Hall and Bernice Trimble. Arrangements entrusted to MacIntyre Family Funeral Home, 5399...

Life and work partner of Dave (Dave's Service Centre). Awesome mother and best friend to Sherry (Calver) and Dave Jr. Nanny to Brody. Sister to Carole and special friend to many. Passed away peacefully in her sleep at the home she loved, October 13, 2018. Her beautiful spirit will be missed by many and celebrated in a private service. Remember her with a smile and kind words. MacIntyre Family Funeral Home 519 833 2231

Peacefully on Saturday September 29, 2018 at Bethell Hospice, Inglewood.  Wayne Morris Gillis in his 72nd year was the loving father of Michael and David Gillis.  A celebration of Wayne’s life will be held at The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 442, 12 Dundas Street East, Erin on Saturday October 6, 2018 from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.  Donations in Wayne’s memory can be made to The Bethell Hospice Foundation.  Donations can be made at the Royal Canadian Legion, Erin...

Peacefully on Thursday September 13, 2018 at the Milton District Hospital.  Derek Slater, in his 90th year was the beloved husband of Joan Slater, loving father of Philip Slater (Leah) and Howard Slater (Kandice), adoring grandfather of Kimberly Slater Palloo (Richard), Jason Slater (Erica), Liza Howes (Kevin) and Jeremy Slater (Debbie) and great-grandfather of Brandon, Justin, Parish, Amellia and Lucas. Arrangements entrusted to MacIntyre Family Funeral Home, 5399 Wellington Road 52,...

Loreen Gregson, age 90 of Guelph formerly of Erin, passed away on Monday, September 10, 2018. She was born Marjorie Loreen Robinson to the late Gordon and Sarah Robinson.  Loreen was an active member of the Erin and Hillsburgh communities for many years. She was a Past President of the Ladies Division of the Erin Agricultural Society and Fair Board, she participated in curling, and was very involved in Erin Minor Hockey and Figure Skating while providing behind the scenes support for...