Mighton Funeral Home Ltd

02/24/2026

Iris Lorraine Maas, of Hanover, passed away after a short illness at the Georgetown Hospital on Wednesday February 18, 2026.
She was 88.

Born in Bala, Ontario on January 16, 1938 to the late Amos and Margaret (nee Montgomery) Bowles. Iris graduated in 1959 as a Registered Nurse from Hamilton General Hospital. She worked as a RN in Burlington and Hamilton where she opened the very first Intensive Care Unit. Iris returned home to Hanover to work at the Hanover Hospital. Iris’ specialty was Emergency Medicine and Intensive Care Nursing. She met the love of her life, Don, at the CKNX Barn Dance back in the early 60’s and were married shortly after. She moved to Regina, Saskatchewan while waiting to marry Don who was finishing his training with the R.C.M.P. and then Oyen, Alberta. Iris followed Don across Canada and Germany for the many postings Don had.

Predeceased by beloved husband of 63 years, Donald Harold Maas of Neustadt, Ontario. Dear mother of Kimberley (Patrick) O'Hearn. Special Danda to Jackie and Cameron (Claire). Fondly remembered by sisters and brother-in-law, Helen Bryce-Hoy of Waterloo and Elaine (Bill) Chalmers of Neustadt and her many nieces, and nephews. Predeceased by her 3 siblings, Lois King, Leona Simerson and Raymond Bowles.

A Graveside Service will be held in April at the Hanover Cemetery. Pastor Lyndsay McGregor will be officiating.

Memorial donations to the Parkinson Foundation or Heart and Stroke 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

02/23/2026

Luke Hawkins Edington

September 14, 1995 - February 7, 2026 at 30 years of age.

After many years of living with the agony of severe mental illness, Luke is now free and out of pain. He died peacefully and on his own terms.

Luke had a very close relationship with God and strove to serve the Lord faithfully, spreading light and truth and fighting the darkness. He was a talented musician who was often heard playing his saxophone in Hamilton, North Vancouver or Whistler, British Columbia. He also played guitar, piano, sang and wrote many songs.

Luke enjoyed helping others and although he had little, he was relentless in sharing with those who had less. As much as the mental illness affected his mind, mood, decision making and relationships, it never changed his spirit. It never changed the core of who he was.

Although his heart was in British Columbia, for the last few years Luke settled in Hamilton and worked on his wellness. He made a huge effort to create friendships and community. He was active in his church and volunteered at the Cathedral Café and at De La Sol yoga studio in Hamilton. He also worked as a landscaper at Rainbows End. He was a gentle soul, who radiated love, kindness and acceptance. Luke was highly intelligent and was always studying and learning. He was very open with his struggles and sought to raise awareness and help others with mental illness.

Luke is predeceased by his uncle Walter B Howard Hawkins, his 2 grandfathers Robert Findlay Edington and Thomas Sydney Hawkins and his dear friend Karina Smeds.

Luke will be missed by his parents Maggie and Bruce, his siblings Ian (Rezi), Emily (Carl Eastman), Chester (Leah Courtney) his nieces and nephews, Ada, Clara, Azier, Theodore, LaVerne, Howard and his newest niece arriving in April, many aunts, uncles, cousins and his 2 grandmothers, Marie Hawkins and Charlotte Edington.

Luke’s celebration of life will be held at Hope Community Church Hanover, Ontario on March 7th, 2026 at 11am with lunch at 12:30 and music to follow. Please bring your instruments and come ready to jam and/or enjoy the music. For those unable to attend, the service will be live streamed and available for viewing at luke.edington.ca/live. Luke’s remains will be interred at Holstein Cemetery Natural Burial Site, Holstein, Ontario on pastureland donated by a neighbouring farmer.

These are the organizations who have been there for Luke and his family over the years:
• Lift Church, Hamilton (https://www.liftchurch.ca/give)
• Rainbows End, Hamilton (https://rainbowsend.ca/)
• Canadian Mental Health Association, Owen Sound (https://greybruce.cmha.ca/donate-today/)
• Dr. Xavier Amador & the LEAP Institute: I’m not Sick, I don’t need Help (https://leapinstitute.org/)
• NarAnon, Ontario (https://naranonontario.com/)
• Hanover Mennonite Church (https://www.hanovermennonite.ca/)
• Greenestone Treatment Centre, Bala, Ontario (https://greenestone.net/)
• Lionsgate Hospital North Vancouver, B.C. (https://lghfoundation.com/)
• St Joseph’s Hospital Hamilton West 5th Campus (https://stjoesfoundation.ca/) Donations to the Foundation can be directed to Mental Health & Addictions Care
• Narcotics Anonymous Ontario (https://www.orscna.org/contribute)
• Crossfire Assembly Hamilton Ontario (www.crossfireassembly.com)

Donations to any of the above or a charity of your choice would be appreciated in lieu of flowers.

Our kind, generous, intelligent, beautiful, warrior son has left us until we meet again – and we are better people for having known and loved him.

02/22/2026

GERTH

John Carl Gerth, formerly of Linwood, passed away peacefully at The Village Seniors Community in Hanover on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
He was 91.

Born on November 15, 1934 in Wellsley Township to the late Carl and Pauline Gerth. He was employed by E&E Seegmiller Construction for most his life and even with his diabetes, he did not let that stop him in anything he wanted to do. He was always busy and enjoyed even cutting the grass at home and the cemetery of which he volunteered to do. He loved to walk, and that was a big part of his daily routine. He also loved his occasional trips to the casino for entertainment.

Predeceased by his lifelong companion of 65 years, Ruth (nee Koenig) Gerth. Survived by sons Doug (Carolyn) Gerth of Fordwich and Darryl Gerth of Kitchener. Loved grandfather of Trishalyn (Warren) Rogers, Jayme (Erin) Gerth, Christa (Jermaine) James, Niki Gerth and great grandfather of Jayden, Brooklyn, Chase, Cody, Ethan, Maya, Addilynn and great great grandfather of Jayce. Special grandpa and great grandpa to Karen (Jason) Hewitson and their children Braiden, Chloe, Savannah and Presley.

To honour his wishes, cremation has taken place. A private inurnment will be held in the spring.

A special thank-you to all the nurses and staff at The Village Seniors Community for taking such good care of John, including a special thanks to his favourite nurse Lattoya. John’s family very much appreciates you.

Memorial donations to the St. Peter's Lutheran Church - Linwood 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

02/22/2026

HEIBEIN

Gary James Heibein, of Ayton, passed away at Brightshores Health Centre, Owen Sound on Wednesday, February 18th, 2026, in his 79th year.

Born on August 21, 1947, and raised by Charlotte (nee Heibein) Smith and the late William and Sarah (nee Thomson) Heibein. Gary was a long-time resident of Ayton, and many will remember him from his many years working at Sklar-Peppler until he retired.

Loved brother of Carol (Dan) Steward of Brockville and Ray (Susan) Smith of New York. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, and their families, as well as many close friends. Predeceased by his wife Dianne (nee Watkins), parents, brother Dale, and sister Ann Lynn Moore.

To honour his wishes, cremation has taken place, and there will be no services. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.mightonfuneralhome.ca

02/20/2026

Nancy Helen Livingstone, of Hanover, passed away at St. Mary’s Hospital in Kitchener on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. She was 85.

Born in St. Catharines on June 9, 1940 to the late Joseph and Helen (nee Troup) Wismer. Nancy was a member of the Elmwood Seniors and will be missed by her many friends over the years. She had a love for cards as she looked forward to playing them each week.. no matter the day there was always somewhere to play cards.

Survived by children Jean Livingstone (Dean Burley) of Bognor, Laurie (Robin) Leifso of R #1 Hanover, Ron Livingstone of Grimsby, Jim (Silvia) Livingstone of Holstein. Loved grandmother of Nadine, Renee, Thomas (Leigha), Matt (Kayla), Alex, Duncan, Benjamin, Emily, Nancy, Jessica, Spencer and great grandmother to Blake, Alexis, Hailey, Gabriel, Violet, Willow, Delilah, Meadow, Aleena, Aisha, Jaida, Isla and Nolan. Dear sister of Joseph (Jean) Wismer. Predeceased by husband Bob Livingstone.

Visitation will be held at Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover, on Sunday, February 22, 2026 from 1-4pm. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, February 23, 2026 at 11:00 am. Pastor Lyndsay McGregor officiating. Spring Interment in Elmwood United Cemetery, Elmwood.

Memorial donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or to the Hanover Hospital would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.mightonfuneralhome.ca

02/18/2026

David Allan Dunlop
January 6, 1948 – February 14, 2026

It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of David Allan Dunlop, who passed away peacefully on February 14th, 2026, at The Village Seniors Community in Hanover, Ontario.

David was born in Montreal on January 6, 1948. He is survived by his beloved wife, Heather Dunlop. David and Heather were married on August 1st, 1987, in Mississauga, Ontario, and shared almost 40 wonderful years together.

David will be dearly missed by his children — Jennifer (Frank) of Carlisle, Ontario, Paul (Misa) of Richmond, British Columbia, and his stepson Craig (Heather) of North Shore, Nova Scotia. David was a proud grandfather to Nevena and Sullivan (Jennifer & Frank); Ayana and Hiro (Paul & Misa); and Liam and Emily (Craig).

David was predeceased by his parents, James and Florence, and by his older brother William (Marie). He is lovingly remembered by his older brother Daniel (Dora) of Campbell River, British Columbia.

David’s career began with United Aircraft and Pratt & Whitney Aircraft in Montreal and Toronto. He later earned a designation in Personnel Management and worked in that field in the Toronto area before taking a full-time position with Durham Furniture in Durham, Ontario. David and Heather enjoyed many happy years in nearby Elmwood and Hanover, Ontario.

After being diagnosed with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF), David went on long-term disability and, in an extraordinary turn of hope, received a double lung transplant on March 6, 2006. He became one of the longest-living survivors of this rare operation, a testament to his strength, gratitude, and quiet perseverance.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the University Health Network Foundation by visiting https://uhnfoundation.ca/.

02/16/2026

Donna Ann Vessie, of Hanover, passed away peacefully with her girls by her side at Chapman House in Owen Sound on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at the age of 85. She is now reunited with her beloved Keith, who passed away last year.
Born in Walkerton on December 29, 1940, Donna was the daughter of the late Norman and Dorothy (née Long). She was affectionately known to many as “Aunt Donna.” Donna enjoyed working for Bell Canada as a telephone operator and took great pride in raising her girls. She was active in her church, St. Matthew’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Hanover, and was always ready to lend a helping hand. Donna also proudly wore her 25-year pin from the Legion Ladies’ Auxiliary.
She will be dearly missed by her daughters, Wanda (David) Leah, Michele (Simon) Docherty, and Angela Vessie (Bradford Kuhns). Cherished Nana of Nicole (Mike), Mitchell (Alyssa), Jordan (Angie), Jasper, and Lincoln, and Great-Nana of Hudson, Lennon, Jameson, and Stevie. Donna will be fondly remembered by her siblings Sheren Checkley, Nancy Schenk, Wayne (Shirley) Schultz, and Carol (Dave) Kraft; her sisters-in-law Linda Schultz, Gayle Vessie, and Elva Vessie; and her special nephews, David and Barry Duncan. She will also be lovingly remembered by the extended Schultz and Vessie families.
Donna was predeceased by her brother, Bob Schultz, and her brothers-in-law, Jack Checkley and Bob Schenk.
Visitation will be held at Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover, on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 from 10-11:30am where a Funeral Service will be held at 11:30 am. Rev. Lori Pilatzke officiating. Spring Interment in Hanover Cemetery.
Memorial donations to the Saugeen Hospice would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.mightonfuneralhome.ca

02/13/2026

02/02/2026

Anne Marie Hahn, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital on Saturday, January 31, 2026 in her 75th year.
Deeply loved and cherished by her daughter Alissa (Chad) Magwood and grandchildren Connor, Curtis and Cameron of Guelph, daughter Raechelle Devereaux and grandchildren Charles, Matthew and Emelia of Guelph and daughter Gillian Devereaux and grandchildren Lily, Brooklyn and Jacob of Garden Hill. Loved daughter of Mary Seifried of Harriston and dearly missed sister of Edward (Helen) Seifried, Frances (Robin) Best and Daniel (Angela) Seifried. Anne was predeceased by her father Matthew Seifried and her husband Edner.
Mom lived her wonderful life to the fullest and warmly welcomed others to share in it with her. If there was a minute left in the day, she wanted to fill it with a visit, a drive to see something remarkable, or an ice cream cone. Treasured memories include vacations on Manitoulin Island, time spent on the farm and in the bush having campfire lunches, camping, gardening, skiing, cycling and travel of all kinds – most notably to visit her grandchildren. Grandma never missed a baseball game, dance performance, 4H show, Christmas concert or any celebration in our lives. Mom adored her various pets over the years and loved our pets too. She set an example of the importance of learning and obtained her Bachelor of Art in Fine Arts and later in life, her Bachelor of Education. She took great pride in noting the achievements of her various students over the years.
Following her career as a teacher, she discovered her gift for missionary work serving in Uruguay, Senegal, Costa Rica, The Gambia, Ecuador and Peru with Samaritan’s Purse and Inspire Hope. 25 years ago, Mom launched Operation Christmas Child in Hanover which over the years has blessed thousands of children around the world with gift-filled shoeboxes and continues to this day.
Mom was an incredible example of faith, love, generosity, dedication and hard work to everyone she met.
Family and friends are invited to a Memorial Visitation held at Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover, on Thursday February 5, 2026 from 6-8pm. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Church, Hanover on Friday February 6, 2026 at 11:00 am. Father Romalito Guillen officiating. Cremation has taken place with inurnment in Hampden Cemetery.
Memorial donations to Impact Hope – Guelph (https://impacthope.ca/), Pan de Vida -Ecuador (Samaritan’s Purse) https://www.samaritanspurse.ca/, or Operation Christmas Child (https://www.samaritanspurse.ca/operation-christmas-child/) would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.mightonfuneralhome.ca