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Mighton Funeral Home Ltd, 123 10th Street, Hanover, ON (2026)

05/24/2026

Ken St. Marie of Hanover, passed away peacefully with his family by his side at Hanover District Hospital on Saturday May 23rd, 2026 in his 87th year.
Born in Clifford On August 1st, 1939 to the late Austin and Anna Mary Catherine (nee Huber) St. Marie. His life was his family, who he loved dearly and supported anyway he could.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Mary Anne (nee Schnurr).
Survived by daughter Tracey (John) Craughwell of Hanover and son Daryl of Barrie.
Devoted Grandpa of Joanna (Eric), Jennifer (Dan), Jade (Madi), Ryan and Jacob. He will be remembered by his great-granddaughter Dylan and was looking forward to the arrival of his second great-granddaughter in June.
You could always count on him for a laugh, his humour and quick wit were second to none. Enjoying a game of cards or a round of golf with friends were some of his favourite pastimes. One of his several talents was woodworking. There are many family and friends that have his custom projects in their homes with a memory to share with it. He was an avid sports fan until the end, cheering on the Bluejays and Maple Leafs.
Fondly remembered by his siblings Florence, Maurice (Jean Bacon), Jean Currie (sister-in-law).
Predeceased by siblings Della (Clayton Schneider), Bernice (Edgar Weber), Bill Wells (brother-in-law), Gerry and Larry (Linda Hanson).
He will be missed by his many beloved nieces and nephews and their families.
Family and friends are invited to Mighton Funeral Home on Thursday, May 28, 2026 from 6-8pm. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Church on Friday, May 29, 2026 at 11 am. For those not able to attend, the Mass will be livestreamed through www.holyfamily.ca Interment in Holy Family Cemetery, Hanover.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Messages of condolences can be made through www.mightonfuneralhome.ca

05/19/2026

LANTZ

Doreen Ida Irene Lantz (Lerch) beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend passed away May 18, 2026, at the age of 94, surrounded by her loving family at the Hanover Care Centre.

Doreen was born November 21, 1931, in the family home. Doreen is the daughter of the Edward and Anna Lerch. She grew up with 8 siblings in Carrick Township and attended Public School in a one room schoolhouse.

Throughout her life, Doreen was a source of unwavering love, strength and compassion to her family and friends. She married George William Lantz on June 20th, 1951, and together they built a life in a farming Community just outside Neustadt. Together they raised eight children, Bruce (Ivy); Bonnie (Ron) Becker; Joyce (Jim) Nuhn; Debbie (Gerald) Becker; George (Mary Jo); Linda (Bruce) Fidler; Dale (Denise) and Greg. In addition blessed with 18 grandchildren Vicki (Jake) Svanda, Derek (Valarie) Lantz; Angie (Greg) Benninger, Shelly (Ryan Enright) Becker, Jillian (Jason) Londry; Jamie (Jenny) Nuhn, Jodie (Henry Harder) Nuhn, Joshua (Rebecca) Nuhn; Michael Becker, Chad Becker, Tonya (Jason Moore) Becker; Jeff (Marissa) Lantz, Jake (friend Jillian Montgomery) Lantz, Jordan (Pete) Lainey; Scott (Katelyn) Fidler, Jeremy (Kristen) Fidler; Devyn (friend Kayla Dickinson) Lantz, Dustin (Erica) Lantz. As well adored her 26 great grandchildren Taylor (Eric Sicker) Svanda, Sara Svanda; Caitlin & Claire Lantz; Paige Becker, Avery & Aiden Benninger; Addison, Summer & Quinn Enright; Jayse & Jaidyn Londry; Jude & Jaxon Nuhn, Garrison, Bentley & Hadley Harder, Rhea & Eddie Nuhn; Emma Becker, Owen & Olivia Becker-Moore; Easton & Colter Lainey; Willie Fidler; Jack Lantz.

Doreen is survived by her brother Alfred (Norma) Lerch, sisters-in-law Eleanor Lerch and Lynn Lerch. Brother-in-law Harold (Hazel) Lantz. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews, extended family, and friends. Doreen was predeceased by her husband George, her son Bruce and son-in-law Gerald, and also her parents; sisters Gladys (Martin) Singbiel, Florence (Elmer) Leifso, Eileen (Conrad) Wiseman, Audrey (Harold) Hill and brothers Wilmer, Bert, Harvey and Harold in infancy.

Doreen had a passion for her flower and vegetable gardens, watching birds around her multiple feeders and so enjoyed quilting, sewing, liquid embroidery, needlepoint, knitting, crocheting, tatting, ceramics, photography, baking, and upholstery. Doreen loved keeping journals. If you wanted to know something significant that happened in the past, most times she had it recorded. She loved puzzles and games including crokinole, bingo, solo and euchre and nerts (solitaire). Doreen was very competitive in a fun-loving way. Doreen loved sharing and showing her talents in local fairs. Throughout Doreen’s lifetime she had multiple jobs including janitor at her Church, upholstery, judging flowers and KitchenAid at McVean Lodge-Hanover Care Centre.

Doreen was very active in her community, a member on the St. Paul’s Lutheran WOF; Neustadt Normanby Carrick Agricultural Society; 4-H Homemaking Leader; Member of the Red Hats; Neustadt Swing Bowling League and Neustadt Horticulture Society.

Doreen loved watching the Blue Jays on TV and relished conversation about the game/s with her grandchildren and so enjoyed a family outing attending a Blue Jay game at the Rogers Centre in Toronto. Doreen also loved watching the family “Lanzview Hereford Team” in the annual Family Slo-pitch Tournaments held in Neustadt and Ayton. Doreen loved to decorate for special occasions especially Halloween and Christmas. Doreen was an amazing cook for family gatherings especially her roast beef dinner and yummy apple pie.

To honor and celebrate Doreen’s life, visitation will take place at Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover, on May 24, 2026, from 1:00 to 5:00 pm. A funeral service will be held at St. Matthews Lutheran Church, Mildmay on May 25, 2026 at 11:00 am. Interment in St. Paul’s Lutheran Cemetery, Normanby Township. The family extends an invitation to join them following the service and committal, at the Neustadt Community Hall for refreshments and to share memories of Doreen.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Doreen’s memory to Saugeen Hospice (https://www.saugeenhospice.ca/donations/) or McVean Lodge - Hanover Care Centre. Condolences messages may be left for the family on Doreen’s obituary page at mightonfuneralhome.ca.

For those that are unable to attend, the funeral service will be live streamed directly on the obituary page on our website, and through the Mighton Funeral Home YouTube Channel at: https://www.youtube.com//streams The live stream will start approximately 5-10 minutes prior to the service - at that time, please look for the live video post on the obituary page on our website or the Funeral Home YouTube Channel to join the service. For people unable to join at the time of the service, the live stream video will remain posted and available for viewing afterwards.

05/13/2026

Gary George Carl Rahn, of Hanover, passed away peacefully with his family by his side at Hanover and District Hospital on Saturday, May 9, 2026, just a week shy of his 92nd birthday.

Born in Hanover on May 16, 1934 to the late Clayton and Selma (nee Rahn) Rahn. Many will remember Gary in their living rooms installing cable. Gary was an avid RC Flyer and enjoyed it so much that he was the founder of the Saugeen RC Flying Club. He will be missed by many fellow fliers for their craftsmanship and fellowship over the years. He was a devoted member of St. Matthew's Ev. Lutheran Church in Hanover serving the Lord alongside his devoted wife Carole. Gary sat on many church boards and committees as well as instrumental in the building of Lutheran Manor Apartments and honoring legacy through his work on the Cemetery Board for many years. Although tiny in stature, he and Carole were never apart and had the biggest hearts.

Survived by his devoted wife Carole (nee Dowsett) Rahn of Hanover. Father of David (Darlene) Rahn of Guelph, Mark (Pam) Rahn of Parry Sound, Shelley Grant of Trenton. Dearly loved grandpa of grandchildren Adam Rahn, Daeca Rahn (Chris Freeman) and Hunter Grant (Katie Augi) and step grandpa of Amanda and Justin. Loved by his great grandchildren Jackson and Kiaan. Predeceased by his parents.

To honour his wishes, cremation has taken place. A Memorial celebration of life will be held at a later date. Inurnment in Hanover Cemetery - Columbarium.

Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.mightonfuneralhome.ca

05/04/2026

Please join the family to celebrate on Friday, May 8, 2026 at Mighton Funeral Home at 11am.

04/27/2026

Marilyn Florence Spencer (nee McCurrie), of Hanover, passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Hanover and District Hospital on Saturday, April 25, 2026. She was 77.
Born on November 30, 1948 in Belfast, Ireland to the late William and Irene (nee Patterson) McCurrie. Marilyn was a kind person with a heart of gold. She was a member of Hope Community Church and loved serving the Lord. She had a gift of baking and hospitality and always wanted to help others. She was either baking you a gift or she was praying for you. Usually both!
Survived by devoted husband of almost 50 years John "Jack" Spencer of Hanover. Loved mother of Chris (Jenn) Spencer. Adored grandmother of Cassidy and Hailey as well as her fur grandbaby "Remi", the Bernese Colli Retriever, that loved her more than anything. Fondly remembered by her younger brothers Mike (Mary) McCurrie of Calgary, Colin (Nancy) McCurrie and Kevin (Sharon) McCurrie both of Campbell River, B.C. She will be remembered by many nieces, nephews and their families as well as her extended family in Ireland. Predeceased by her parents.
Family and friends are invited to a Memorial Celebration at Hope Community Church, Hanover on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 1:00 pm. Pastor Terry DenBok officiating. Private family inurnment in Hanover Columbarium.
Memorial donations to the Hanover & District Hospital Foundation or to Hope Community Church would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Mighton Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.mightonfuneralhome.ca

04/27/2026

Marianne Caroline Hansen (nee Harnack), a resident of Hanover for 68 years, passed away at the Owen Sound Southbridge LTC on Friday, April 24th, 2026. She waited until her four children could gather by her side until she was content to let herself go. She was just like that – a determined woman with a loving and generous heart.
Marianne was born on October 10th, 1932 in Williamsford, Ontario – the only daughter in a family of nine. She was predeceased by her husband Carl (March 1993), her parents John & Cora (Procknow), and her six brothers, Nelson (Irene), Melville, Elmer (Beatrice), Russell (Lena), Bill (Dorothy Mae) and Arnold (Daisy).
She was resilient, resourceful & strong. She always believed in her guardian angel. In retirement she explored & enjoyed golfing, curling, bowling & lawn bowling, where she made many new friends. In later years she was always up for a game of Rummy-o or euchre with her dear friends in her apartment building.
She was loved and will be missed by her children Anne Holdcroft (Bill) of Lakefield, Cathy O’Rourke (Gary) of West Kelowna BC, Lee Hansen and Alan Hansen (Sonya) both of Whitehorse YT; her grandchildren Jessica, Meghan, Heather, Bonnie, Aric and Ian; and her great-grandchildren Natalie, Emma, Adalynn, Mackenzie and Elias. Also by her many nieces and nephews. She will be especially missed by her niece Lorna Girard who was a steady presence in Marianne’s later years.
In her final three years she became attached to her devoted caregivers at her Southbridge home, to whom the family extends their thanks and appreciation.
We’ll sure miss you Mom
A private family inurnment will take place at the Hanover Cemetery.
Please drop in to celebrate Mom’s life on May 1 anytime 1:00 – 4:30, at Owen Sound Legion, 1450 2nd Ave. W.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.mightonfuneralhome.ca

04/24/2026

Thomas James "Jim" Halliday, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. He was 86.

Born in Owen Sound, Ontario on November 17, 1939 to the late James and Clara (nee Minke) Halliday. Jim met and married the love of his life (Susan Gilbert) on December 2, 1967. After living a while in the United States, they moved back to Ontario, and settled in Hanover in 1968. Jim found fulfillment in his long career working as the International Sales Manager for Hanover Kitchens, while his wife operated their business, Quick Print, which was located beside Shultz's bakery. Together they retired to Miller Lake to enjoy being surrounded by nature and many friends. Jim was a 40+ year member of the Royal Canadian Legion, and was also a part of the Barrow Bay Fishing Club for many years. Jim enjoyed spending time with his growing family and had great pride in his many grandchildren and great grandchildren. In recent years, Jim also enjoyed spending time with close friends at Chuck’s Roadhouse in Hanover.

Loved father of Mike Halliday (Tracey Clark) of Wellesley, Karen Anderson (Paul Kechnie) of Austin, Texas, Cindy Eropkin of Huntington Beach, California and Wendy Saviola of Phoenix, Arizona. Proud Grandpa of Courtney Sue Anderson, Taylor Anderson, Christine Lalonde, Kyle Eropkin, Jason Abbott, Mitchell Halliday, Samantha Fletcher, Kimberly Fletcher, and Great Grandpa of 9 (two of which will be arriving this May). Fondly remembered by his wife's family, many nieces and nephews, extended family, and many close friends. Predeceased by his brother Gord (Wilda) Halliday.

To honour his wishes, cremation has taken place. An inurnment of his ashes will be held at a family memorial at the Hanover Cemetery at a later date.

Memorial donations to the Hanover Legion (Branch #130) or to the charity of your choice would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.mightonfuneralhome.ca

04/23/2026

Gary Robert Kunkel, of Hanover, passed away at The Village Seniors Community, Hanover on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.

Born on January 13, 1952 to the late Henry and Jessie (nee Brindley) Kunkel. Gary faced several health challenges as he was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis at the young age of 24.

Survived by his brother Len (Sunsan) Kunkel, Marjorie Ernest and sisters in law Marilyn Kunkel, Susanne Kunkel and Yvonne Kunkel as well as nieces, nephews and their families. He will be fondly remembered by his godmother Barbara Kunkel (nee McLennan) of Cargill. Predeceased by his parents and brothers Francis "Frank", Henry "Hank", Ronald and godfather Leonard Kunkel.

Family and friends are invited to a Graveside Memorial Service held on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 11:00 am at Douglas Hill Cemetery, Brockton. Pastor Lyndsay McGregor officiating.

Memorial donations to the MS Society would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.mightonfuneralhome.ca

04/22/2026

Robert Wayne Kress, of Elmwood, passed away suddenly at SBGHC-Walkerton on Monday, April 20, 2026. He was 83.
Born on June 24, 1942, in Toronto to the late Leland & Violet Kress, was better known as Wayne to his family and friends.
Wayne pursued numerous diverse careers throughout his life which would take him on many adventures. Starting out as a hairdresser in Stratford and then moving on to several salons, he next managed Zacks, a women's clothing store, followed by opening his own furniture store. Subsequently selling furniture at Sears in the Fairview Mall, and then onto being a car salesman, where Wayne would drive one of the vehicles he was trying to sell to a furniture store in Hanover called Smitty’s Fine Furniture where his next adventure began. After many years at Smitty’s he moved onto being a door-to-door salesman of furniture and caskets, he then tried driving a big rig but gave it up, it wasn’t his favourite job. Wayne baked donuts at Tim Hortons when they still made them from scratch, and there are probably some students who still remember his teachings as their driving instructor, but of all the jobs in the various fields he had his last employment at Home Hardware, which was his favorite. You could find him easily throughout the store wearing his red shirt with that grin on his face. Anyone that needed help with anything to do with their home, he was the handyman to ask. He loved his customers and passing along his knowledge he had acquired through his own life experiences.
Wayne was not only focused on his many careers but had several hobbies and interests as well. He had a love of sports cars and motorcycles, which he had owned in his earlier years, he also had a love for photography and capturing many life moments on film. Wayne also had a passion for the outdoors and fishing, along side his father-in-law and family at the Rocky Saugeen and golfing throughout his years at Smitty’s with coworkers which some turned out be long time family friends. Wayne’s largest passion along side his wife, was his family home, an old schoolhouse that was in dire need of repair. This is where Wayne’s attributes can still be seen today. As you walk around the schoolhouse and property in Brant township, you can see the precision in everything Wayne did, from the whole design, building the interior to restoring the exterior while keeping the integrity of the building, it was done with his artistic touch and keen eye for detail. This is where Wayne was at his happiest, he could be found tinkering around in “Wayne’s World” fixing something or making his next creation. He was very proud of what he and wife had built, and loved to have many parties with neighbour’s, friends and family which he loved even more.
Survived by devoted wife Patricia "Pat" (nee Eccles) Kress of Elmwood. Loved father of Jonathan (Melissa) Kress and Nikki (Dan) Holmes. Special grandfather of Jonathan Jr. (Amy), Savannah, Sahara and Violet; and a great gramps to Arya and Bellamy. Wayne had a heart of gold and even bigger heart for his animals. He will be missed terribly by his sidekick companion, his black lab Annie. Wayne will be remembered by his nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by his parents and siblings.
To honour his wishes, cremation has taken place. A Celebration will be held on May 9th at his residence 613 Sideroad 20 Mun. of Brockton (Brant Twp.) come and go between 1:00 & 4:00pm.
Memorial donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or to Saugeen Hospice would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.mightonfuneralhome.ca

04/22/2026

Julia “Julie” Maria Hartman, of London, passed away peacefully at Extendicare Elmwood Place in London on Thursday, April 16, 2026.
She was 97.

Born in Brant Township on December 14, 1928 to the late Elmer and Wilhelmine (nee Little) Fritz. Better known as "Julie", she will be remembered for her skills as a seamstress with Dickies.

Survived by son Garry (Wendy) Hartman of London and daughter-in-law Elizabeth Hartman of Toronto. Loved grandmother grandchildren Steven (Veronica) Hartman, Chad (Lori) Hartman and Michael Hartman. Adored by her great grandchildren Kristopher (Samantha), Cole, Alania, Emery and Margot as well as her great great granddaughter Halle. Fondly remembered by her sister Ruby Birr and nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by husband Clendon Hartman, son Kenneth Hartman, and siblings Shirley Russell, Maxine Bucholtz, William "Bud" Fritz and Larry Fritz.

To honour her wishes, cremation has taken place. A Private Family Graveside Service will be held at the Hanover Cemetery.

Memorial donations to the Hanover and District Hospital Foundation would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.mightonfuneralhome.ca

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