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Sharron Anne McGean

Jul 31, 2026

McGEAN, SHARRON ANNE (Née Drake) – Peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, on Friday, July 31, 2026 in her 81st year. Daughter of the late Bert and Irene Drake. Dear mother of Lana Carey, Doug (Robin) McGean, Irene (Richard Clenént) McGean, Sherri (Mike Bellchalmber) McGean and John (Lynn) McGean. Loving Nana to twelve…

Giovanni LaFratta

Jul 30, 2026

LaFratta, Giovanni  February 1, 1931 - July 30, 2026  Peacefully at Walker House Hospice in Welland on July 30th, 2026, Giovanni LaFratta of Thorold passed away in his 96th year. Beloved husband of the late Marynova LaFratta.  Loving father of Johnny (Phyllis), Dino, Gino, and David (Sherry). Proud Nonno to Chris (Carissa), Jennifer, Alexis, and Colton, and…

George Raymond Fortune

Jul 14, 2026

FORTUNE, GEORGE RAYMOND – (Retired welder from Port Weller Dry Docks after many years of dedicated service) Peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family, George Raymond Fortune passed away in his sleep on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at Niagara Health – Greater Niagara General Hospital, shortly after celebrating his 89th birthday. George was blessed…

Ginny Rutherford

Jul 10, 2026

RUTHERFORD, VIRGINIA “Ginny” (née Hanson) – Peacefully, with family by her side, and just weeks before her 80th birthday Ginny passed away at Niagara Health Marotta Family Hospital on Friday, July 10, 2026. Ginny is now reunited with her beloved husband, Wayne, whom she missed dearly since his death on June 2, 2008. Their love…

M. Marilyn Buchanan

Jul 9, 2026

BUCHANAN, M. Marilyn (née Wark) July 1, 1932 - July 9, 2026 – Peacefully, Marilyn passed away with the love of her family surrounding her at Ina Grafton Gage Village on Thursday, July 9, 2026 at the age of 94. Cherished wife of Arthur Buchanan, who predeceased her in May 2017. Beloved mother of Sharon…

Theresa Maria Feor

Jun 28, 2026

FEOR, THERESA MARIA (née Aiello)- Peacefully, after a courageous and unwavering fight, on Sunday, June 28, 2026 Theresa passed away at her family home with her beloved husband, Paul, by her side. Theresa was the devoted soulmate and best friend of Paul for 18 wonderful years. She was a cherished “baby sister” to Philip Aiello…

Jerry Panunto

Jun 26, 2026

PANUNTO, JERRY - It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Jerry on Friday, June 26, 2026 at his home in his 64th year. He was adored by so many, maintaining lifetime friendships and leaving a legacy of steady strength, warmth, and endless love. Jerry leaves behind the love of…

MariaLibera Ruggi

Jun 23, 2026

RUGGI, MARIALIBERA (née D’Amico) –Peacefully, on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at Millennium Trail Manor, surrounded by the love of her family, in her 94th year. She is now reunited with her beloved husband, Gabriele. A devoted mother to her four sons and three daughters-in-law, a proud and loving Nonna to eight grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren with…

Frances "Fran" Lee Worden

Jun 19, 2026

WORDEN, FRANCES LEE “Fran” – Peacefully, after a long illness, at Extendicare St. Catharines, surrounded by the love of her family in her 89th year. Fran is predeceased by her best friend and partner, Bob Culver in 2016. Proud Mom to Craig Worden (Kim), Cyndy Gall (John), Bruce Worden (Zeljka) and Debbie Sutor (Robert). Devoted…

Carolina Conte (Née Pirone, formerly Pizzacalla)

Jun 17, 2026

CONTE, CAROLINA (Née Pirone, formerly Pizzacalla) - Carolina passed away peacefully, with her three daughters by her side at Foyer Richelieu Long Term Care, on June 17, 2026 at the age of 88. She is now reunited with her beloved husband, Francesco (1987). Loving mother of Susan DeCicco (Joe), Lucy and Loreto Tersigni, and Lily…

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