English Obituaries

BOUFFARD, Raynald (Renald) (1939 – 2024) It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Mr. Raynald Bouffard, Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at the age of 84 years, in Sudbury, Ontario.  He leaves behind his children Nathalie, Lyne (John), Suzanne (Pierre) all of Timmins and Annick of Ottawa.  He will be lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Meghan and Jessica (Connor) of Timmins. Raynald leaves behind his brothers Gaetan (Odette), Jean Guy (Claudette predeceased),...

Binette, Murielle (née Lafrenière) 1938 -  2024 C’est avec le cœur très lourd que la famille Binette vous annonce le décès de leur mère (mumu), entourée de sa famille, survenu à Sturgeon Falls, le mardi 16 avril, 2024 à l'âge de 85 ans. Fille de feu Alcide Lafrenière et de feu Isabelle Lafrenière (née Savignac). Épouse de feu Claude Binette et amie de Gerry Gilligan....

RANGER, Gilles (1959-2024) In loving memory of Gilles Ranger who passed away in Sudbury, on Monday, April 15, 2024, at the age of 64 years. Son of the late Maurice Ranger and of the late Alfreda Auger. Loving husband of Helene.  Dear father of Allana (Chris), and Amanda. Gilles will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his grandchildren, Mylah and Taylah.  Dear brother of the late Denis (Geraldine), the late Norm, Louise Demore (Marcel), Jocelyne Matthews (Bob), Claude...

PELLERIN, Normand (1955-2024) In loving memory of Normand Pellerin who passed away at home on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at the age of 69 years. Son of the late Louis Pellerin and the late Florence Smith. Loving husband of Rose Pellerin (nee White). Dear father of Gerald (Suzette), Leslie (Andrew), David (Vero) and Tracy (Ken). Normand will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his eight grandchildren, Alyssa, Jacob, Brody, Carter, Abby, Arabella, Trey, Cooper.  Predeceased by his...

BROWN, Dale (1948 – 2024) In loving memory of a beautiful man.  Dale passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at the age of 75 years, with his little sister by his side.  Dale was born in Barrie, Ontario, to parents Cliff and Pat Brown (both predeceased). He was a loving father of Jeb and Adam and the much-loved brother of Arthur (Jean predeceased), Valerie (Mike MacKelvie) and Pat (Peter Cundari).  Dale was a special uncle to Dawn, Kent and Kerry Mackelvie,...

In loving memory of Richard Maillet who passed away Friday, April 12, 2024, at the McCulloch Hospice in Sudbury where he was very well taken care of. Son of Lillas Biggar and the late Arthur Maillet. Dear brother of Lenora, Arthur, Marlene, Tina, and the late Germain. He will be affectionately remembered by many nieces and nephews. Richard loved nature, being in the sun, and watching the flowers grow. Richard loved great food and he loved to cook.  He loved the song “summers...

Clara Louise Boyd (Robicheau), also known as MAMA Clara, passed away, April 10, 2024, at the age of 91 years, at Health Sciences North surrounded by her loving family. Clara was born March 13, 1933, in Digby, Nova Scotia. Clara was the daughter of Adelaide and Myron Robicheau (both predeceased). Clara was the sister of Ronald, Donald, Shirley, Robert, Myron, Thelma (all predeceased), and Woody. She married Burton Boyd (predeceased) on April 10, 1951. Soon after, they moved to Coniston to...

LAY, Harvey (1934-2024) In loving memory of Harvey Clifford Lay, who passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at Finlandia Village at the age of 89 years. Beloved husband of Gloria Lay for 49 years. Loving father to Lorne (Cassandra) Lay and cherished grandfather to Tucker Lay and Chase Lay. Brother to Eunice Poirier, Clearwater, BC, Jean Carter (Merlyn predeceased), Hay River, N.W.T, Floyd Lay (Irene), Edmonton, Garry Lay (Mary Jo) Edmonton, and Dallas Lay (predeceased) Hay...

It is with deep sorrow that the family announces the sudden passing of Darlene Lacourciere at Health Sciences North on Saturday, April 6th, 2024, at the age of 65. Daughter of the late Doris (nee McCann) and the late Marcel Lacourciere. Loving mother of Drew McKessock (deceased), Codey (Ricki), Branden, and Eevee. Darlene will be remembered and missed by brothers Danny (Janet), Dale (Lynne), Darcy (Brenda), and her sister Debby (Joe) Fong, and her nieces and nephews. She had a true heart...

DUFF, Thomas John  April 12, 1944 -April 3, 2024 It is with heavy hearts, we share the unexpected passing of Thomas John Duff, Wednesday April 3, 2024, at his home, at the age of 79.  Son of the late Thomas Duff and Evelyn Duff (Mossey).  A loving and dedicated husband to Heather Duff (Sime) Dear father of Kevin (Erin) Marc (Sonya) and Corrie ( Bryan Funk) Tom will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his grandchildren, Justin, Alyssa, Chad, Connor, Tyler, Reeghan and...