Byers Funeral Home

01/06/2026

Barbara Anne VanBreugel (Nee Cinnamon)
Passed away suddenly at home on Sunday January 4, 2026. Barbara VanBreugel age 82 of Wi******er. Loving Mom of Mike (Debbie) and Jamie VanBreugel. Cherished Grandma Barb to Whitnie Kelly (late Elliott), Adrianna (Luke), Hunter and Beth; Stacey Rowe (Jason), Tara Holmes (Tim), late Jennifer Wylie and Craig Wylie (Angela) and Great-Grandma to Blake, Rory, Parker & Sophia; Kyle (Megan), Brooke (Drew), & Nolan Stewart (Brooklyn), Tanner, Tyler Boyd, Paige, Logan Holmes, Jay-Zeus, Amryah Wylie, Kolson and Landon Wylie. Predeceased by her parents Kenneth and Gladys Cinnamon. Dear sister of the late Gordon Cinnamon, late Doris (late Ray) Imrie, Allan (Maureen) Cinnamon, and the late Dwayne (Kathy) Cinnamon. She will be sadly missed by many nieces and nephews and the VanBreugel Family. By Barbara’s request Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Mountain Township Agricultural Hall 2967 Lough Road, South Mountain on Saturday January 31, 2026 from 2 to 5 p.m. with shared memories at 3:30 p.m.
By family request donations may be made to the Ottawa Heart Institute or the Lung Health Foundation.
Arrangements entrusted to the Byers Funeral Home, South Mountain (613-989-3836). Online condolences may be made to www.byersfuneralhomeinc.ca

01/05/2026

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01/02/2026

Judie Eleanor Hart (Nee Dillabaugh)
March 22, 1944 - December 31, 2025
It is with great sadness that we the family of Judie Hart announce her passing on Wednesday December 31, 2025. We take comfort in knowing that Judie has now been reunited with her beloved husband and love of her life, the late Irvin Hart, whom she has missed tremendously the last seventeen and a half years. Judie was a devoted and loving mother to Kimberly Hill (Kevin, who she fondly referred to as “her favourite son-in-law”).She was a cherished “Nan” to Kortney Taylor (Jamie) and Kandace Hill (Connor Rintoul). Her granddaughters were 2 of the greatest gifts in her life. Proud “GG” to Chayse and Peyton Taylor, Brooklyn and soon-to-be-born great-grandbaby Rintoul, all of whom her whole world revolved around and filled her life with joy.
Judie was born and raised near Heckston and the youngest of ten children born to the late Gladys and Ralph Dillabaugh. She will be lovingly remembered by her siblings Lorraine Baker (late Russell) and Dorla Baldwin (late Murray). Judie was predeceased by her siblings Trevor Dillabaugh (late Dorothea), Dalton Dillabaugh (late Dorothy), Douglas Dillabaugh (late Jean), Lorne Dillabaugh (late Grace), Norma Black (late Bert), Glenda Laird (late Jim), and Olin Dillabaugh (Sandra), sister in-law Marie Lightle (nee Hart)(late Jack). She will also be fondly remembered by her many nieces and nephews, the Hill family, extended family, and friends whom she loved dearly.
Thank you to all the staff at the Kemptville District Hospital (with a special thank you to nurse Michelle), and to the team of doctors and nurses in the ICU at the Ottawa General Hospital for their extraordinary care.
As per Judie’s wishes Cremation has taken place. A Private Family Graveside Service will be held in the Spring at South Gower Cemetery where she will be laid to rest with Irvin. By family request donations may be made in Memory of Judie to the Kemptville District Hospital Foundation, The Kidney Foundation of Canada or CHEO
Arrangements entrusted to the Byers Funeral Home, South Mountain (613-989-3836). Online condolences may be made at www.byersfuneralhomeinc.com

12/29/2025

Wanda Vandemheen (Nee Scott)
Peacefully surrounded by her family at the Wi******er District Memorial Hospital on Saturday December 27, 2025. Wanda Vandemheen age 74 of South Mountain.
Beloved wife of the late Lubbert Vandemheen. Loving Mom of Scott (Sharlene) and Marty (Julie). Cherished Gram of Kyle (Hayley), Shaina, Kiara and Ketana and great grandson Oliver. Special companion Miss Daisy. Deeply missed sister of James (Bonnie), Wayne (Mona), Peggy (Harry) Honey, Joanne (Dennis) Leeck and Barbara (Glen) Stevenson. She is fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and the Vandemheen & Dawson Family. Predeceased by her parents Muriel (Nee Dawson) & Donnie Scott.
By Wanda’s request there will be no Visitation or Funeral Service. Donations in Memory of Wanda may be made to the Wi******er District Memorial Hospital. Arrangements entrusted to the Byers Funeral Home, South Mountain (613-989-3836). Online condolences may be made at www.byersfuneralhomeinc.ca

12/29/2025

Anne Marie Langenegger (Nee Loan)
Anne-Marie, age 72 of Kemptville, passed peacefully at home, surrounded by family on Tuesday December 23, 2025.
Beloved wife of Ernie Langenegger. Loving Mom of Scott Bain, Patrick Bain (Linda) and Sara Murray (Shawn). Cherished Grandma of Lacey, Brin & Tessa; Lillian & Elizabeth; Isabella & Jameson. Dear sister of Clint (Lorraine) Loan, David Loan. Fondly remembered by Ernie’s family and her many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Irene and Warren Loan and her brothers Mark and Sean Loan.
As per Anne Marie’s wishes Cremation has taken place.
A Memorial Service will be held at First Christian Reformed Church, 2455 County Road 18, Kemptville on Saturday January 3, 2026 at 11 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Anne Marie may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Leeds Grenville Paramedic Service.
Arrangements entrusted to Byers Funeral Home, South Mountain, (613-989-3836). Online condolences may be shared at www.byersfuneralhomeinc.ca

12/22/2025

12/21/2025

Alastair Black

Surrounded by family at the Wi******er District Memorial Hospital on Thursday December 18, 2025. Alastair Black, age 85, of Wi******er formerly of Ile Bizard, Quebec. Beloved husband of Ingrid (Reinkober). Loving father of Jamie Black (Catherine Prud’homme). Cherished brother of Margaret Fullerton (the late Ian) of Scotland. Dear brother-in-law of Gabrielle Rothe (Larry) and Tasso Hackel (Anne Marie) and cousin of Maria (Dan) and Andrew. Uncle of Genevieve (Brian), Oliver (Alicia), John (Yvonne) and Debbie (David). He will be missed by many nieces and nephews, friends and extended family.

Cremation has taken place. By family request in lieu of flowers, donations in Memory of Alastair may be made to the Complex Care unit of the Wi******er District Memorial Hospital

Arrangements entrusted to the Byers Funeral Home, South Mountain (613-989-3836). Online condolences may be shared at www.byersfuneralhomeinc.ca

12/18/2025

Myrtle Louise Allen (Nee Morton)

Peacefully at Southbridge, Kemptville on Tuesday December 16, 2025. Myrtle Allen age 90 of Hallville. Predeceased by her beloved husband Bob Allen (1972) and her loving children Pat Johnston (2019) and Linden Allen (1992). Cherished Grandma of Melanie Johnston. Predeceased by her siblings Bruce (Glenna) Davis, Stanley (Muriel) Morton, Jean (Albert) Doley, Orval (Ella) Morton and Ernie (Lois) Morton. Fondly remembered by Steve Johnston.
Cremation. By family request donations may be made to the House of Lazarus Community Outreach Mission. Arrangements entrusted to the Byers Funeral Home, South Mountain (613-989-3836). Online condolences may be made at
www.byersfuneralhomeinc.ca

12/18/2025

George "Olin" Dillabaugh

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of George “Olin” Dillabaugh who died peacefully and on his own terms on December 11, 2025, at the age of 84 years. Beloved husband of Sandra Dillabaugh (née McCooeye). Devoted father of Bradley (Sue) and Gayle (Adam Walker), proud grandfather to Chloe, Jack, Ava and Ethan.
Dear brother of Lorraine Baker (late Russell), Dorla (late Murray) Baldwin, Judie Hart (late Irvin) and predeceased by Dalton (late Dorothy), Trevor (late Dorothea), Douglas (late Jean), Lorne (late Grace) Dillabaugh, Norma Black (late Bert), Glenda Laird (late Jim). Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews.
Olin greatly enjoyed the company of others, wherever that may be. He was exceptionally happy at the family cottage near Cobden, in a garage inventing or fixing something, in the outdoors with his brothers and nephews, or helping anyone with a project. He was also a very patient man who demonstrated caring and kindness to those around him and who didn’t take for granted any time he spent with family and friends.
Cherished cottage memories include: skating on the outdoor rink, playing cards, soup on the wood stove, and the many family meals and conversations shared over the years. Olin greatly enjoyed his early morning coffee on the dock, quietly watching and listening to nature.
Olin was a gifted mechanic and was pushed by his curiosity of machines. He explained that when he had a job to do, he wanted it “done as good as he could and as particular as he could, regardless of the time it took”. He had a gift of being able to pre-build something in his head, work and rework a concept, troubleshoot, and come back to a project with “fresh eyes” whenever challenged. “Nothing beats experience” he would frequently say.
To know him was to know honesty, giving, and love. Olin and Sandra were in their 57th year of marriage. “I led a wonderful life and married an excellent woman. The best there could have been.”
In the spring, in lieu of a service, a celebration of life will be held at Stanley’s Olde Maple Lane Farm in Metcalfe.
Immense thanks to his family doctor, Dr. Donald Merrett in Metcalfe and Dr. Patricia Moussette in Wi******er for their experience and help over the years. Special thanks to the staff at the Civic Hospital for their dedication, professionalism, and care over the last month. Arrangements entrusted to the Byers Funeral Home, South Mountain (613-989-3836).
Online condolences may be shared at www.byersfuneralhomeinc.ca

09/04/2025

Roger Truman Larabie

It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Roger Larabie, who passed away peacefully on August 26, 2025, in Cornwall, Ontario, at the age of 87.

Born on March 11, 1938, Roger was the beloved husband of Fay Hewson and the devoted father of Michelle Larabie (Erik Perrier). He was a proud grandfather to Kayla Larabie (Wesley Young), Alyssa Seguin (Richard Seguin. Roger was also blessed with great-grandchildren Arielle, Ashton, Madelynn, Miranda Seguin, and late Chelsea, who brought him endless joy.

Roger is survived by his loving sister Annette West (Mark West), Jacqueline, Lilliane, Denise, and many cherished nieces, nephews, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, including his dear niece Lise Larabie He was predeceased by his parents, Mable and Arthur Larabie, as well as many brothers and sisters who welcomed him home.

Roger dedicated much of his career to serving as a Correctional Officer at the Ottawa-Carleton Detention Center, where his commitment and integrity left a lasting impact on colleagues and communities alike. Known for his strength, sense of humor, and unwavering love for family, Roger will be remembered for the values he instilled and the love he gave so freely.

The family takes comfort in knowing Roger is reunited with loved ones who passed before him, and his memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

A Private Family Graveside Service will be held at a later date.
Arrangements entrusted to the Byers Funeral home, South Mountain, 613-989-3836.