All Obituaries

Heinz Georg Sczyrba was born in Lunen, Germany, March 14, 1947 to parents Inge Dirksmeier and Georg Sczyrba. Heinz passed away peacefully at his home, in Elliot Lake on June 25, 2022. He was 75 years old.  Heinz immigrated to Canada in 1957 with his Mother and eventually settled in the Kitchener region of Ontario. Heinz married Annelies Van den Berg December 20th, 1975 and they shared many years together, very much enjoying their children.  Heinz is remembered with much love by his...

Shirley Anne Jack January 5, 1942 - June 21, 2022 Shirley Anne Jack, of Massey, ON, passed away at Espanola Hospital on June 21 2022 in her 80th year. Daughter to Thelma and Albert Wanamaker (predeceased), married to Ken Jack for 63 years. Mother of Chris Landry (Pat Thornton), Jennifer Wallace (Shane), Jamie (Predeceased 2019) Grandma of Madison, Caitlin and Troy, Jesse (predeceased 2016). Puppy Bella. Great Grandmother to Jace. Sister of Lloyd (Barbara)...

John Barker, aged 76, passed away peacefully at St. Joseph's General Hospital in Elliot Lake on May 22nd. Brother of Donald and his late wife Mary, and Uncle of Ruth (Brian), Lorne, and Glenn (Jessica).  John was predeceased by his parents Mabel and Lorne Barker.  John lived much of his life in Woodbridge, but also lived in Ottawa and Cambridge before moving to Elliot Lake 24 years ago.  He became involved in the Elliot Lake Astronomy Club, the Field Naturalist Club,...

It is with great sorrow that the family announce the passing of Emmett Jessome. He is survived by his wife, Sharon. Children; Terri Lee, Emmett Jr, stepdaughters, Kim and Jackie, predeceased by step son Cody. He leaves behind 10 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Survived also by sister Charlotte (Bernie), pre-deceased by sister Wilma (Ray). Predeceased also by wife, Isabel. There will be a graveside service, on June 11, 2022 at 1 PM with a light lunch...

It is with great sadness that the family announces the sudden passing of Maria Fairbrother at the age of 79 on May 4, 2022. Wife to Robert Fairbrother (predeceased, 2012). Daughter of Anna and Vincenzo Fragomeni (predeceased). Mother of Dorothy Ann Fairbrother (Onzie Secord). She is survived by sisters and brothers; Teresa Principato (Paul, predeceased), Toni Roque (Joe), Carmen Petrina (Michael), Tony Fragomeni (Claire). Sue Kowalchuk (Dan) and Vince Fragomeni (Beth). She will also be...

Iris Kinsman (nee Anderson) was born May 30, 1931 in Toronto, Ontario, daughter of the late Rose (Loveday) and William Anderson. She passed away peacefully at home on May 3, 2022, in her 90th year, in Elliot Lake, Ontario after a brave battle with cancer.  She was cared for with deep love and dedication by her three daughters Carene Beattie, Christine Davies and Sandra Bassie. Iris's funeral service was held at Gentle Shepherd Christian Church on Wednesday May 11, 2022. Funeral...

We had to say goodbye to Nik today. He left behind his wife of 50 years Yvonne, son Wayne (Kera), grandchildren Alyssa and Ewan. Foster son and grandson, Paul and Dakota Bottos. Also his best furry friend Zack. We thank our wonderful friends and neighbours for their amazing, caring support and assistance. Thanks to our wonderful nurse Suzanne and Dr. Deverell for their help. Also a great thanks to Angus Pharmacy for all their assistance. Cremation has taken place. As per Nik's wishes,...

With great sorrow & deepest love we announce the passing of Kelvin Douglas Lampi. Beloved husband of Linda. Father of Amanda & Brett. Brother to Rick & Jack & predeceased brothers Len & Gary. A celebration of life will take place at a later date. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Alternative Funeral Services, Elliot Lake.

It is with profound sadness that Jamie announces the passing of her father, Kevin Grimshaw, at the age of 60 on April 28, 2022 in Elliot Lake. Kevin was born on December 6, 1961 in Timmins Ontario. He was the second youngest child of Mearl and Douglas Grimshaw (both predeceased). He had three siblings, Dereck Grimshaw (predeceased), Debbie Winters, and Brenda Sonego (Bruno). On September 22, 1993 he and Penny Fast welcomed their daughter, Jamie Grimshaw to the world; the day he described to...

Suzan Anne Valade Koljonen, passed away on Saturday April 23, 2022, at the Health Sciences North Hospital. She was the beloved wife of Mark Koljonen for over 48 years and loving mother of Sarah (Steve Prime) and her grandsons Tyler and Zachary. Predeceased by her parents Lucien Valade and Vera Arnell Valade as well as her brother Maurice (Patricia). Survived by siblings Tom (June), Peter (Patricia), Rick, Louise (Patrick Travers), Mike (Judy) and Bobby (Ivana) as well as many nieces and...