Cam Waddell

December 23, 2006

In lieu of an open house, send the “Card Queen” a card or spend some quality time with her.

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Your Siblings

Obituary

Franklin, Mildred “Kelly”

Schill, Clifford

It has been 15 years since we last seen this smiling face. We think of you often and know you are looking out for us Please embrace Emily as she has come to join you.

Until we meet again

Guerrero, Jo-Ann

Passed away peacefully at her home in Elmira, surrounded by family, on Sunday, December 12, 2021 at the age of 70 years. Beloved mother of Bill Guerrero and Diane Lachapelle of Ottawa, Maria-Elena Guerrero of Kitchener, Elizabeth Guerrero of Elmira, Christine Guerrero of Elmira, Angela Guerrero and Jeffrey Lewis of Atwood. Devoted Grandma of Everett Lewis. Will be missed by her younger siblings, Barbara Harnock, Frances and Dave Hatherton, James Becker and Linda Vanstone, Catherine Palach, Mary and Ron Donnelly. Will be remembered by Fulgencio Guerrero, many nieces, nephews and their families, and her wonderful friends. Predeceased by her parents William and Helen (Germann) Becker, and brother-in-law Randal Palach.

Jo-Ann worked as both an RN and in management for over 35 years at Parkwood Mennonite Home in Waterloo, and will be missed by the staff and residents. She had a passion for gardening, sewing, the outdoors and above all, being a Grandma.

Jo-Ann’s generosity, kindness and humour will be missed by all who knew her. Memorial visitation will be held from 2-5 p.m. on Sunday, December 19, 2021 at the Dreisinger Funeral Home, 62 Arthur St. S., Elmira. Proof of vaccination and masks are required. In lieu of flowers, donations to SickKids, Amnesty International, or Covenant House would be appreciated; or plant something beautiful in Jo-Ann’s memory.

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Mildred Arlene (Fennessy) Franklin, known to her friends as Kelly, passed away on December 11, 2021 at Grand River Hospital, Kitchener at the age of 85. Kelly went to be with the Lord, surrounded by her family, after a battle with cancer. She is survived by her daughters Debra Franklin, Judy Franklin, and her son Brian Franklin; nine grandchildren, and eleven greatgrandchildren. She was preceded by her late husband Roy Franklin, her daughter Lori Desousa, and her loving partner Ron Pullman. A memorial service will be held at Emmanuel Evangelical Missionary Church, 2 First St. W, Elmira on Saturday, December 18, 2021 at 11 a.m. with a time of fellowship to follow. Masks are mandatory and social distancing in effect. Please register your attendance by calling the Dreisinger Funeral Home at 519-669-2207. As expressions of sympathy, donations to Community Care Concepts or Grand River Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated and can be made through the funeral home.

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Obituary

Trautwein, Ewald

Passed away peacefully at Chartwell Elmira LTC on Thursday, December 9, 2021 at the age of 91 years. Beloved husband of the late Edith (Kawalski) Trautwein (1931 - 2017). Dear father of the late Rolf Trautwein (1950-2016) and his wife Margaret. Grandfather of Rebecca Trautwein and Erich Trautwein. He will be missed by his friends, and extended family. Ewald was married to Edith in 1949. They immigrated as a family to Canada in 1960. Ewald and Edith owned a sewing store in the Conestoga Mall. Ewald worked for Seagram’s as a tool and die maker until his retirement. They were avid readers and storytellers, loved gardening and the outdoors. They enjoyed traveling and exploring new cuisines, always ready to stop at a new German spot for schnitzel. Ewald loved watching his dear wife play piano as they shared such a love for music. He enjoyed the companionship of his feline friend, Pussy. Arrangements entrusted to the Dreisinger Funeral Home, Elmira. At Ewald’s request, cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral home visitation or service. As expressions of sympathy, donations to Chateau Gardens Auxilary or Community Care Concepts would be appreciated and can be made through the funeral home.

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Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at Groves Memorial Hospital, Fergus on Monday, December 13, 2021 at the age of 83. Beloved husband of Geraldine (Johnston) Schill for 58 years. Devoted father of Pat (Kate), Tim (Rachel) and Kelly (Doug). Loving grandfather of Emily, Shawna, Alex and Jesse. Survived by siblings Esther (the late Casey) Sagan, Oscar (Marg) Schill, Ralph (the late Betty) Schill, Mary (the late Cos) Schiebel and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Sylvester and Prescilla (Foerster) Schill, siblings Harold (Dorothy) Schill, Rose (Werner) Weikert, Betty (Gord) Biggar, Lily Lippard and Ruth (Willy) Lorch. A passionate farmer, Clifford was steadfast with his family, values and endeavors. He loved his family dearly and all their wonderful gatherings, especially at Christmas and summers at Straggle Lake. He never missed a beat with his sharp wit. While he enjoyed reading a good western, he also had many adventures snowmobiling with family and friends or travelling with Geraldine. Clifford was a dedicated chartered member of the Linwood Lions Club for 39 years and an usher at St. Joseph’s RC Church, Macton for 51 years. He was a wonderful and kind soul who will be greatly missed. A private memorial mass will take place at St. Teresa of Avila RC Church. The family invites you to view the service online on December 17, 2021 at 2 p.m. on Clifford’s tribute page of the Dreisinger Funeral Home website. As expressions of sympathy, donations to HopeSpring Cancer Support Centre, St. Teresa of Avila RC Church, Elmira or St. Joseph’s Church, Macton would be appreciated and can be made through the funeral home.

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Death Notice

BRENNEMAN, MILDRED - Mildred (Milly) Brenneman, formerly of Wellesley, passed away peacefully at her residence in Nithview Community, New Hamburg on Saturday, December 11, 2021 at the age of 81.

SAUDER, HANNAH - Went home to be with her Lord and Saviour on Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at Barnswallow Place Care Community, surrounded by family, at the age of 102 years.

STEINMANN, ELMER "BRUCE" - It is with great sadness that the family announces the sudden passing of Bruce at Grand River Hospital, Kitchener, on Monday, December 6, 2021, in his 75th year.

VAN ELSWYK, JACOB - Peacefully, in his 92nd year, Jacob went home to Jesus on Saturday, December 11, 2021, at the Freeport Campus of Grand River Hospital, Kitchener.