Obituaries & Tributes
Mary Boal
Feb 15, 2026
BOAL, MARY (Née Bot) – Peacefully passed away in Welland at Woodlands of Sunset, on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at the age of 67. Proud mother to Patrick (Rachel) and Sarah (Josh). She will be remembered by them as the best and supportive mom any child could ask for and whose endless support and encouragement…
Sidney Robert Taylor
Feb 14, 2026
TAYLOR, SIDNEY “Sid”, It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of our beloved father, papa and great papa in his 99th year at the Greater Niagara General Hospital surrounded by the love of his family on Saturday, February 14, 2026. Sid is reunited with his beloved wife Grace (2017) and his cherished son,…
Martien John Smit
Feb 10, 2026
SMIT, MARTIEN JOHN – (retired from the City of St. Catharines after 27 years of service) It is with profound sadness we share the passing of Martien on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at Niagara Health Marotta Family Hospital after a brave battle. Though he wasn’t ready to leave his loving wife and family, his body…
Mario Joseph Girotti
Feb 8, 2026
GIROTTI MARIO JOSEPH- Is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mario Joseph Girotti on Sunday, February 8, 2026, in St. Catharines, Ontario at the age of 97. Born October 18, 1928, in Merritton, Ontario, Mario lived a life of devotion, service, generosity and kindness.Growing up in a modest household with five brothers and…
Victoria Nancy Hodge
Feb 4, 2026
HODGE, VICTORIA NANCY (nee Steele)- Peacefully, at the Niagara Health - Welland Hospital on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, in her 70th year. Dear and loving daughter to Ted and the late Nancy Steele. Loving mother to Derick (Jodi). Vicky will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Lillie and Jaxon. Loving sister to Katharine (Barry) McDonnell…
Linda Elaine Bradley
Feb 1, 2026
BRADLEY, LINDA ELAINE – (Long time sales associate at Irene Hill and Herzogs Wedding) Peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family on Sunday, February 1, 2026 at Extendicare St. Catharines at the age of 83. Reunited with her beloved husband Bob and son Daryl, Linda is survived by her son Sean (Cheryl). Cherished Nana…
Mary Solohub
Jan 30, 2026
SOLOHUB, MARY (Née Raimondo) – At Linhaven, on Friday, January 30, 2026, just after celebrating her 96th birthday. Beloved wife of the late Peter (2021). Devoted Mom to Colleen and Rodney. Dedicated and caring Grandma to Brianna (Brian) Thiessen and Shanna (Dustin Demoe). Great Grandma to Preston, Gavin, Porter, Finnley and Ember-Rayne. Mary is survived…
Maria Iorio
Jan 28, 2026
IORIO, MARIA (née D’Alessandro) – Surrounded by the love of her family, peacefully, on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at Greater Niagara General Hospital just after her 94th birthday. Beloved wife of the late Natale (2022) for more than 72 years. Dear mother to Pasquale and Gianni, predeceased by her son Tony in 2024. Proud Nonna…
Mary Smythe
Jan 26, 2026
SMYTHE, MARY (Née D’ADDARIO) - It is with the heaviest of hearts that the family of Mary Smythe announces her peaceful passing on January 26, 2026 at Niagara Health Marotta Family Hospital at the age of 85.Cherished Mother of Gary (Sue) and Steven (Lori-Ann). Special Nana to Brad (Bobbie), Mitchell (Kaz), Shane (Lauren) and loving…
Charles "Chuck" Arsenault
Jan 17, 2026
ARSENAULT, CHARLES “CHUCK” – Peacefully, at the Niagara Health Marotta Family Hospital on Saturday, January 17, 2026, Chuck passed away in his 89th year. Loving husband to Elsie (née Ninniss). Dear father to Bradley (Michelle) and Brent (Beatrice). Loving Grandfather to Lucas. Sadly missed by his brother Elwood (Marilyn) and his sister Claudine. Predeceased by his…