Justus Ernst Leschied January 15, 1940 - January 5, 2025 After a life well-lived, Justus passed away peacefully at Dryden Regional Health Centre on January 5, 2025 with his family by his side. Justus was predeceased by his wife of 40 years, Lillian (Martens). He is survived by his children Ramona (Russ), Marcia (Scott) and Dean (Diane). He holds a special place in the hearts of his grandchildren Matthew, Amelia, Kate...

Roy Napish Sr. "Niiganawaydong" Atik Doodem December 8, 1950 - January 14, 2025 A life well-lived came to a close on January 14th, 2025 as Roy Napish passed away peacefully at the Dryden Regional Health Centre, surrounded by family and friends. Roy was born on December 8th, 1950 to parents Joseph and Laura Napish. Roy was the youngest of eight children and spent the first years of his life in his home commu...

Jeanine Murray December 8, 1958 - January 7, 2025 Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Second Chance Pet Network Box 343, Dryden, Ontario. P8N 2Z1 You were the foundation of my life, Mom. Your love and guidance shaped who I am today. Your strength and resilience were an inspiration. I miss your hugs, your laughter, and your wis...

Michael John Potts December 20, 1953 - January 8, 2025 It is with heavy hearts that we must announce the passing of Mike Potts, 71, of Ignace, Ontario, due to a tragic fall. He peacefully passed on January 8, 2025. Michael Potts was born December 20, 1953, in Guelph, Ontario, to Frank and Craigie Potts. He attended elementary and high school in Guelph and graduated with his forest technician papers from Sault College...

Sharon Lynn Bertrand March 17, 1957 - January 7, 2025 It is with profound sadness and a deep sense of loss that we announce the passing of Sharon Lynn Bertrand (Paull) at St. Joseph's Hospital at the age of 67 years with her family by her side. Sharon will be missed and remembered by her beloved husband Roger of 45 years, and her children Michelle (John) of Lunenburg, NS; Matthew of Red Lake, ON; her grandson Ethan o...

Hildegard (Hilde) Hamel March 30, 1937 - January 5, 2025 Peacefully, in the bright sunny afternoon of Sunday, January 5, 2025, Hilde Hamel entered into eternal rest. She was 87 years old. Hilde was born in Wuppertal, Germany and came to Canada as a young teenager in 1951. She moved to different communities with her family until she took on the position of a farm hand in Eagle River, Ontario. She was a hard worker and...

Darleen Margaret Nordlund nee LaBrash April 2, 1945 - January 2, 2025 It is with great sorrow that we announce the unexpected yet peaceful passing of Darleen Nordlund January 2, 2025, at Princess Court in Dryden at the age of 79. Darleen is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Roger Nordlund, her brother Harvey LaBrash, daughter Laura and son-in-law Vic Zajarny, Grandchildren Carla and Mark Savinac, her two gr...

Edward "Ed" James Senakovicz September 24, 1941 - January 3, 2025 In loving memory of Edward James Senakovicz (Ed) who passed away January 3rd at Princess Court in Dryden, Ontario. Ed was born and raised in Ignace Ontario. He attended Ignace Public School, and High School in Thunder Bay. After high school he moved to Toronto to attend The Provincial Institute of Trades graduating in 1964. He began working a...

In loving memory of Margaret Gosbee. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mom. She was born April 3, 1931 in Riverhurst, Saskatchewan and passed into the presence of her Lord on December 2, 2024. A celebration of life will be held at a later date

Christa Louise Derouin September 2, 1971 - December 25, 2024 Christa Derouin (Lands) of Migisi Sahgaigan First Nation passed away December 25th, 2025 2:35am (EST) at Thunder Bay Regional Health Science Centre - Intensive care Unit due to respiratory complications and heart failure which was amplified by her long battle with kidney failure. Christa truly was a fighter and a very strong brave woman and will be remember...

Laurie-Anne Desautels nee Finch It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Laurie Desautels, who left us peacefully in Dryden on December 23, 2024, at the age of 75. Born in Winnipeg on November 9, 1949, Laurie was a cherished daughter of Ross and Norah Finch, both of whom preceded her in death. She was also predeceased by her beloved brother Grant Finch, her nephew Jason Finch, her sister Sharon Fuerst,...

Hazel (Jeanette) Raslask nee Lyle November 10, 1936 - December 18, 2024 Jeanette was born in Dryden, Ontario, and lived in Dryden her entire life with her final years spent in Timber Land Estates with her many friends. Jeanette passed away at the Dryden Hospital on December 18th, 2024 at the age of 88 with family at her side. Jeanette was predeceased by her husband Allan Raslask, her daughter Carol Dunlop, sons-in-la...