Sometimes in life you meet one of those 'characters' who makes a difference. Doug Johnson was one of those.
Saugeen Times called him 'cub reporter' because he would phone and leave a message if there was what he considered to be a newsworthy item. The message always began in the...
With profound sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother Jeannie O’Reilly (wife of the late Ron O’Reilly) of Southampton on Oct 27th at the Southampton Care Centre after a courageous battle with dementia.
Jeannie was born in Hamilton February 8, 1931 to Beryl and Roderick Allan. Loving Sister...
This is a personal reflection of a man that I greatly admired.
Sometimes you meet people in life who you know are special. They don't make a big fuss or go about things in a loud way. Instead, they quietly go about making a difference.
John Kyles was one of those...
When it comes to obituaries are our four-legged friends who devote their lives to others any less deserving of tributes? At Saugeen Times we don't think so.
Pegasus Riding Association Nurturing Challenged Equestrians (PRANCE) in Port Elgin has lost a friend who lived up to her name, Diva. She was...
On September 4th, Mac lost his life. Gracey King's mother and her companion, Mac, were in the water at Pioneer Park Beach in Southampton when they were taken by the powerful current of Lake Huron.
Many people came to their aid and King's mother was saved from drowning by a...
Ontario Premier issues a statement: Provincial Day of Mourning pays tribute to the Queen
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“Ontario will mark September 19, 2022 as a provincial Day of Mourning in lieu of a provincial holiday. The people of Ontario may observe a moment of silence at 1:00 p.m. on that day.
This will give all Ontarians an opportunity to reflect on the remarkable life of Queen Elizabeth...
Gloria Nesta Crozier passed away peacefully on Friday, August 30, 2024 in her 97th year at Brucelea Haven in Walkerton. Loving wife of the late Orval Crozier. Predeceased by her first husband Keith Nicholls. Devoted mother of son Eddie Nicholls (Nora) and daughter Susan Symons (Dean). Cherished grandmother to...
Sybil Josephine (née Barger) Mercer, 89, passed away suddenly on December 21, 2025, surrounded by her family. She will be forever missed by her children, Barb and her husband Bill Nonnewitz and Jim Mercer and his wife Laura, and her grandchildren Michael, Jody, Patrick, and Caitlin. She is predeceased...
Donald Joseph Schnurr passed away peacefully with family at his side at Southampton Hospital on March 4th, 2019, in his 87th year.
Loving husband of Joan for 61 years, devoted father of Alan (Renee) Clare (Paul), Margaret (Michael), Anne (Johnny in memory), and William (Michele). Nurturing grandfather to Alexander, Christopher,...
John Michael ‘Mike’ in his 82 year, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2024 at the Southampton Care Centre, surrounded by his loving family at his bedside.
Beloved husband and best friend of Vicky; and children from his first marriage Wendy (Don) Miskie, Saskatchewan; Julie (John) McLean, Dobbinton; seven grandchildren...
It is with the heaviest of hearts we announce the passing of Marie Wilson after a courageous battle with cancer, at the Huron Shores Hospice, Tiverton, on Saturday, October 17th, 2020, in her 65th year. Marie was born on June 26, 1956 in Barrie, ON, and grew up in...
Abby Irene Bolton (nee Smith) passed suddenly, in her 58th year at home. Beloved soulmate of Michael for 43 years. Wonderful mother of Sheena (Adam), Zachary (Christina), and dog Rogue. Daughter of James Smith (Anne) and predeceased by her mother Irene Manuel (nee Robidoux).
Loving sister of Connie (Al), Paul (Heather),...
The Celebration of the Life of Dianne Sharp was completely planned by her ...
“Live, Laugh, Love”
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With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mum Margaret Dianne Sharp (née Klager). She left this world surrounded by love, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to shine brightly in...
Gerald Frank Erwin, 88 years young, of Port Elgin, passed away peacefully at home late Monday, January 6th 2025. He was born on June 18th 1936, to Margaret Baker, and was later adopted by Frank and Violet Erwin who raised him with love and caring. He married Ruthanne Reilly...














