Lights of Love Recognition 2023

We hope you take comfort in seeing the name of your loved one, and the names and messages of others, in this online recognition list. We will update this list regularly, until December 31, 2023.

Gwen and Wilson Abraham

In loving memory of my dear parents, Gwen and Wilson Abraham 

Patricia Abbey
In loving memory 

Elton Baker

In honour

Fred and Andrea Baker

In loving memory

William Barker
In loving memory of our Husband and Father, William Barker.
We love and miss you.
Aunt Barbara 
“My Aunt Barbara was a wise woman, strong in her faith and always ready with words of comfort for anyone who needed them. And a hug...the best hugs ever. I have always cherished the time we spent together, and more so in the years since we moved to Stratford. I will miss her dearly, forever in my heart.
Rest Well Aunt Barbara” - Jan Dunnell

Sam Beauchamp

In loving memory 

 "Your passion for life and kindness is remembered and honoured by those who love you"

Sam Beauchamp

We remember Sam everyday in our daily rituals and make a point of talking about his favourite places and people when we are out and about with the littles ones whether it's the skate park he so loved, or his good friends that we run into.

He is forever in our hearts.  

Rudy Bensler

In loving memory

Laurene Bender

In loving memory

"We miss you dearly. Love you forever." - Liz and Paul

Jennifer Bergeron

In loving memory of my mom

Susan Bidgood

In honour of Susan Bidgood’s special birthday! Much love, Lorraine 

 

Janice Bierness

In loving memory 

The City of Stratford Holiday Donation to Rotary Hospice was made in memory

of Janice Bierness 

Richard Blackburn 
In loving memory 
"My husband, Richard, spent his last days in January 2020, in the loving care of the hospice staff and volunteers." - Barbara Collier Blackburn
Cran Bockus
In memory
Paul Boshart
In loving memory 
Beth Brown 
In loving memory
Nell Brown
In loving memory
"Thank you to the staff for their help and support for all of us."
Peter Sansom and Alec Bryan
"Two dads long gone but not forgotten." 
Gayle (Ardiel) Burford
In loving memory
Richard Burgess 
"My wonderful husband, a true gentleman. Grateful to Hospice for giving him respect and dignity." 

Eleanor Calcott

In memory

Kim (Moorehead) Chilton

In loving memory

Tony and Isabel Culliton

In loving memory 

“Wherever a beautiful soul has been there is a trail of beautiful memories...” 

Robert D. Davidson 

In memory 

Fred Diehl 

In loving memory 

"Forever in our hearts"

Franca Di Diomete

In loving memory of our dear aunt and sister. You are greatly loved, deeply missed and your memory a treasure. Forever in our hearts.

Love Heidi, Rob, and Family. 

Louise Dodge

In loving memory

Douglas 

In loving memory

Lloyd Douglas

In loving memory

Bruce Dow 

In loving memory

"A great father, who we miss everyday. Your light shines on."

Carole Dowsett 

In Honour

Bert Drenth

In loving memory 

Joyce and David Evans 

"In loving memory of my wonderful parents, Joyce and David Evans, who are loved and missed beyond measure.... with love Gillian"

Iben Evans

In memory

Reg Fickling

In loving memory 

"Husband, Father and Grandfather."

Ella Francis 

In loving memory

Pat and Ken Fowler

In loving memory 

Remembering our cherished parents - forever loved; never forgotten." - Philip and Erna Fowler

Marion Anne Fox

"My family is forever grateful for the time Mom spent at the Hospice. Thank you to all the staff and volunteers for your support and for enabling us to share moments of beauty with her in her final days.
Miss you every day, Mom. Love you so very much!" - Kristin


Marion Anne Fox

"In memory of Marion Anne Fox who entered heaven on July 11, 2023. Greatly missed by family and friends. Always in our hearts and prayers. Until we meet again... Love you forever!" -  Your loving husband and family

Marion Fox

In loving memory 

The City of Stratford Holiday Donation to Rotary Hospice was made in memory of Marion Fox  

Marlene Feltz 

In memory 

Brian Joseph Flaxbard 

In memory 

"In memory of my husband Brian. I appreciate all the support and care that Brian and I received during his stay at Hospice." - Mary Ann Flaxbard 

 Kim Gallant

In loving memory

Garry 

In loving memory 

"Ever loved, ever remembered" - Love Linda

Stanley Gerber

Remembered in Love... dear husband, dad, grandpa, great-grandpa and brother. 

"The sure provisions of my God attend me all my days:

Oh may thy house be my abode, and all my work be praise. 

There would I find a settled rest, while others go and come;

No more a stranger, nor a guest, but like a child at home." 

Pearl Graver

In loving memory 

Bob Gulliford 

In loving memory  

Jim Hamilton

In loving memory - your smile, sense of humour and laugh will shine eternal  

Sophie Hamza 

In loving memory

'Fly High Sweet Bee'! - Sarah, Tom & Grace Hamza

Milan Hamza

In loving memory

"Sure hope there’s chocolate wherever you’ve landed – missed so much, but never forgotten." - Sarah, Tom & Grace Hamza

Stan & Helen

In loving memory

Susan Hepburn

In loving memory

Jim Helmuth 

In memory 

Ron Higgins

In loving memory of our dear Dad, Grandpa & Great Grandpa - Ron Higgins who passed away November 16, 2023 at Rotary Hospice. Thank you to our Hospice’s wonderful staff and volunteers for the care they gave to Dad in his final days. 

Ron Higgins

Dad passed away peacefully on November 16, 2023 - after spending his final four days of life at Rotary Hospice. Our family will be forever grateful for the kindness, support and exceptional, dignified care that Dad received during his time at the Hospice.
We hope this donation continues shining a light for other families as they support their loved one’s final journey.
Ron Higgins 
"In loving memory of my husband." 
Judy Hoover
In loving memory
"Thank you to Rotary Hospice for all the care and support Grandma was given and our family during a difficult time." 
John Holland 
In honour of John Holland
Robert G. Huras
In loving memory
Alex Jackson
In honour
Stephanie Judge 
In loving memory 
"In memory of one who left a beautiful legacy in far too short a time." - Stratford Festival Family
June Kinsman
"The love of my life. Sadly missed by Don and family."
Barbara Kyle 
In loving memory 
Barbara Kyle 
In loving memory - Donald Kyle
Kenneth Kistner 
In honour 
Teena Laporte
In memory
Mark Lemon
In memory
Lynn Leu
In loving memory 
Jim Leis 
In loving memory 
"Remembering our loyal friend and dedicated colleague." - Philip and Erna Fowler
Adrian & Mathea Lepelaars
In memory
 
David Meek & Raymond Lott
"In loving memory of our Grandfathers David Meek and Raymond Lott" - Ryan and Logan Lott
 
Julie and Erich Majer Sr
In loving memory 
"Remembering our cherished parents - Forever loved; Never forgotten."
- Philip & Erna Fowler
Louise Marrocco 
In loving memory 
 
Anson Martin 
In loving memory 
 
John Mavity
In loving memory
"Loving husband, father and grandfather" - Laurie Brown Mavity
William and Barbara McCaw
In loving memory
Audrey and John McMurray
In loving memory
Cindy McCauley 
In loving memory 
"We miss you xo" - Meredith and Ryan
David Meek
In loving memory
Bill Merkel 
In loving memory 
David Meakin
In loving memory
Fred Mielke
In loving memory
John Miller
In honour 
 
Gloria Moss 
In loving memory 
"Love and miss you, mom"
Walter & Gisela Mueller 
In honour 
Mary Murphy
In loving memory 
"Mary really appreciated the peaceful space provided by the wonderful staff at Rotary Hospice."
Diane Myers
In memory
Ron McKay
In honour
Gord Murray 
In honour 
Marissa Murray 
In honour 
Frank Nyenheuis
In loving memory
"The Hospice is a wonderful place. My dear husband Frank was so well taken care of." 
Dave Nickel 
Remembering Dave Nickel  - love Alyn, Jennifer, Todd & Kathrine
Milton and Audrey Neebs and brother Randy
In loving memory
 

Mike O'Hara 

In loving memory

Connie Orr

In honour 

Carmen and Ron Brierley and Jean and Paul Oliver 
In loving memory 

Blake Pincoe

In loving memory of my husband

"It's hard to forget someone who gave me so much to remember."

Judy Purcell 

Lovingly remembered by her sister, Joan

Roger Proulx

In memory 

Roger Proulx
In loving memory
Remembering Roger and his time at Hospice

Tim Pritchard 

In loving memory

"We miss you every day." 

George and Janet Quinn

In honour

Elizabeth Hazel Redshaw 
In loving memory
"I saw you in your sorrow.
I saw her in her joy.
I saw her in her yesterday. 
I saw in her tomorrow.
And I will see her soon... again"
  

Harold Raptis 

In memory 

Douglas Reberg

In memory

Gordon Reiger

In memory 

Karolyn Richardson 

In memory

Maxine Robbins
In memory of Maxine Robbins, a former Hospice donor

Ragna Sansom

In memory

Noelle Saville and Paul Saville 

In memory of Noelle and her brother Paul who are sadly missed by their friends and neighbours. 

Mary Scherbarth 

"Forever Love"

Mary Scherbarth 

In loving memory 

"An incredible mother and grandma. As we prepare for our first Christmas without you here, we think of all the memories of you and hold them close. Love you so much! Always in our hearts and we miss you every day." 

Mary Scherbarth 

In loving memory

"It's hard to forget someone who gave me so much to remember. Missing you!"

Pauline Schwartzentruber
"In loving memory of my sister. I miss you so much!"

Barbara Scott

In memory

Marie Shurgold
In loving memory - from Tammy and Luc Lagrainge
David Shail 
In loving memory 
"Missed but not forgotten." 
Ann Steckly 
In honour of Ann Steckly’s 80th birthday
Andrew Skowby
In loving memory
"Your life was a blessing. 
Your memory a treasure.
You are loved beyond words.
And missed beyond measure." 
Barbara Skuro
"In loving memory of my sister Barbara Skuro who passed away this past summer" - love Rick and Cheryl Cooper
Alex Smith 
Remembered, missed and loved by Nancy and the family
Dan Smith 
In loving memory
Gerry Smith
In memory 
Gerry Smith 
In loving memory 
Gerry Smith 
In loving memory 
"Your light and love will be truly missed by us all."
Sheila Smith
In loving memory of my Auntie Sheila
Barb Snider
In loving memory
"An incredible mother, wife, and grandmother. As we prepare for our first Christmas without you here, we miss and love you so much."
Charlie & Liz Stuart
In loving memory of my parents
Rotary Hospice Staff
"Thank you for your compassion and dedication to our Community." 
Rotary Hospice Staff
"In lieu of Christmas gifts this year, our staff opted in to making donations that will make a small difference in our community. Merry Christmas from the staff at JPC Farms."
Rotary Hospice Staff
Appreciate what you do for the community
Rotary Hospice Staff
We hope this will help in a small way to continue the wonderful and necessary services  that the hospice provides.

Rotary Hospice Staff

This donation is in honour of the caring staff at Rotary Hospice Stratford Perth 

Rotary Hospice Staff 

To all of you who care for others  

Debra Sterkenburg 

In loving memory - Barry Sterkenburg

JoAnne Telford
In memory 
"Miss your wonderful laugh and your loving friendship for 80 years." 
Ken Thomas
In loving memory
"In loving memory of a wonderful man, my fella Ken Thomas. Loving Ken was easier than anything I will ever do again. Oh for the touch of a vanished hand and the sound of a voice that is still." 
Lovingly remembered by his wife Marion and all of his family

Paul Tremblay

In loving memory

"Miss you so much Dad & Pop – gone too soon, but never gone from our hearts." - Hamza & Tremblay Families

Mike Walsh

In honour 

"It was a blessing to all who met him."

Trudy Watson

In memory

Cleatus, Mildred and Daniel Watters 

In loving memory

“Those we love don’t go away. They walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed, and very dear.” 

Dorothy Ryde and Louisa Wakelin

In memory of our Moms

June and Bob Wheal and Tony and Isabelle Culliton

In memory of our parents, June and Bob Wheal and Tony and Isabelle Culliton - Tom and Lorraine Wheal

Shirley White

In loving memory - December 22, 2022

 Dorothy Wisternoff 

In loving memory

Dean Woodcock

"In loving memory of our son and brother Dean Woodcock" - the Woodcock Family

R. Wendland 

In loving memory 

Anne Wright

In memory 

"In memory of my mother, Anne Wright, and our first Christmas without her. Thank you for everything you did for making her final days special. We are so grateful to the Rotary Hospice." - Emma Rudy

Deirdre Wilbee 
 In loving memory 

Marg and Tom 

In memory 

In memory of a dear brother lost to Parkinson's 

With gratitude from your friends at Van Simpson Portfolio Management 

We are proud to support such a worthwhile organization that is dedicated to supporting those in need! - Doug & Pat Fleming.