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January 11, 1948 to March 15, 2008 Wayne passed away peacefully at his residence in Listowel on Saturday March 15, 2008. He was born 60 years ago in Stratford, a son of the late Franklin and Elsie (Demmerling) Bowman. Wayne was a member of Calvary United Church, Listowel. He was well known in the community as an antique dealer. Wayne was the beloved husband of Gloria (Jacklin) Bowman whom he married in 1973; the loving father of Charlotte Bowman of Toronto and Virginia Bowman of London and the dear brother of Graham Bowman of Kurtzville. Also remembered by his mother-in-law Doris Jacklin, brothers-in-law Barry Jacklin and Keith Jacklin all of R.R.#2 Bluevale and by his nieces & nephews. Wayne was predeceased by his sister Susan Fisher, father-in-law Archie Jacklin and sister-in-law Ruth Farrish. As per Wayne's wishes, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place and a grave side service will be held at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Ethel in the spring. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: St. Joseph's Healthcare Pulmonary Research 50 Charlton Ave E. Hamilton, Ontario L8N 4A6 would be appreciated and can be arranged by calling the Funeral Home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make Donation button.

March 24, 1947 to March 14, 2008 Brian passed away at his residence in Atwood on Friday March 14, 2008. He was born 60 years ago in Northern Ireland, a son of the late William and Winnifred (Bailie) Tormey. Brian worked with the local farming community as an owner/manager of Atwood Farm Supplies. He served on the Board of Managers of Atwood Presbyterian Church; was a member of the Atwood Volunteer Fire Department for over 25 years reaching the distinction of Captain and a former member of the Atwood Lion's Club. Brian was the devoted husband, father and papa of Kate (Rourke) Tormey of Atwood; Shane and Stacey Tormey and their son Nathan of Listowel, Sharon and Dave Strickler and their children Benjamin and Andrew of RR#1 Atwood. He will be missed by his brother Bill Tormey of Winnipeg, his extended family in Northern Ireland, his walking companion Shona and by many nieces & nephews. He was predeceased by his brother Ed. Brian's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood, on Wednesday March 19, 2008 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Atwood Presbyterian Church on Thursday March 20, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Alan Barr officiating. Spring interment will be in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Atwood Presbyterian Church c/o Deanne Metzloff PO Box 290 Atwood, Ontario N0G 1B0 Or Atwood Fire Station PO Box 8 Atwood, Ontario N0G 1B0 can be made by calling the funeral home at 519-356-2382 or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make Donation button.

November 3, 1909 to March 13, 2008 Nancy passed away peacefully at her residence Knollcrest Lodge, Milverton on Thursday March 13, 2008. She was born 98 years ago in Logan Township, a daughter of the late John and Maud (McNaught) Melville. Nancy was a former member of Knox Presbyterian Church, Monkton where she received the distinction as a life member of the Women's Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church in Canada. She was a past member of the Monkton Chapter of the Rebekah Lodge. Beloved wife of the late John Boyd who predeceased her in 1959. Loving mother of Jim and Jean of Listowel, Bill and Shirley of Point Clark, Carolyn Yundt of Stratford, Larry and Jane of Miller Lake, Pat and Marie of Sauble Beach. Special grandma of 14 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Also remembered by her daughter-in-law Lois Boyd-Mueller and her husband Bob of Monkton. Predeceased by her son Jack, son-in-law Ron Yundt, her sister Laura and great granddaughter Nealie. Nancy's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood, on Saturday March 15, 2008 from 1:00 p.m. until the time of funeral service at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Alan Barr officiating. Spring interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to: Knollcrest Lodge 50 William Street Milverton, Ontario N0K 1M0 would be appreciated and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make Donation button.

August 12, 1929 to February 7, 2008 Faye passed away peacefully at her residence, Caressent Care Retirement Home, Listowel on Thursday February 7, 2008. She was born 78 years ago in Essex County, a daughter of the late Wesley and Mary Ellen (Bridgen) Mulcaster. Faye was a member of the Rebekah Lodge Atwood Chapter No.343, Donegal United Church and a former member of the Donegal UCW. She will be remembered by the community as a long time employee of Knollcrest Lodge and as a custodian at Elma Township Public School. Beloved wife of the late Angus Matheson who predeceased her in 1994. Loving mother of Murray (Gus) and Adele of Milverton, Mary Ellen and Gary Wirth of Stratford, Bill and Mich of Listowel, Barb and Ron Robertson of Atwood, Brenda and Glen Crawford of Moncrieff, Mark and Marilyn of Milverton and Kevin and Jo-Ann of Listowel. Special grandma of 20 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Also remembered by her twin brother Ray and Betty Mulcaster of Kingsville, brother-in-law Murray Hall of Essex, sisters-in-law Marj Mulcaster of Windsor, Laurene Gowing of Kitchener, Agnes Jacques of Brantford and by many nieces & nephews. Predeceased by one great-grandchild, four brothers and three sisters. Faye's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood, on Saturday February 9, 2008 from 2-4 p.m. and Sunday February 10 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. where the memorial service will be held on Monday February 11, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Spring interment in Donegal Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Listowel Memorial Hospital 255 Elizabeth Street East Listowel, Ontario N4W 2P5 or Knollcrest Lodge 50 William Street Milverton, Ontario N0K 1M0 would be appreciated and can be arranged by calling the Funeral Home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make Donation button.

July 23, 1933 to January 5, 2008 Ed peacefully went to be with his Lord on Saturday January 5, 2008 at KW Health Centre of Grand River Hospital. He resided in Wellesley and was formerly of Millbank. Ed was born 74 years ago in Wellesley Township, a son of the late Clayton and Magdalena (Gerber) Leis. He was a member of Poole Mennonite Church where he served as Elder, Sunday School Superintendent and teacher. Ed blessed his church family with his musical talent as song leader and musician. Beloved husband of Lydiann (Zehr) Leis whom he married in 1956. Loving father of Doug and Cheryl of Wiarton, Judy and Tim Yantzi of RR#2 Tavistock, Rob and Brenda of RR#1 Newton, Val and Robert Bender of RR#2 Wellesley, Don and Julie of Wellesley, Sherry and Metaxas Makedos of RR#2 Tavistock. Special grandpa of 21 grandchildren. Brother of Marjorie and Doug Bowles of Woodstock, Helen and Howard Kropf of Tavistock, Albert and friend Pat of Stratford, Laurene and Bruce Wilhelm of New Hamburg and brother-in-law of Allan and Marg Zehr of RR#1 Newton. Also remembered by his aunt Lavina Kraft of Waterloo and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by one brother in infancy and sister-in-law Sandra Leis. Ed's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Crosshill Mennonite Church on Monday January 7 from 7-9 p.m. and Tuesday January 8 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Poole Mennonite Church on Wednesday January 9, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Paul Dyck officiating. Interment to follow in the adjoining church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Mennonite Central Committee 50 Kent Ave. Kitchener, ON N2G 3R1 Or 100 Huntley Street c/o Crossroads Christian Comm. Inc. PO Box 5100 1295 North Service Road Burlington, ON L7R 4M2 can be made by calling the funeral home at 519-356-2382 or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make Donation button.

February 1, 1915 to December 30, 2007 Mabel passed away peacefully at her residence, Countryview Retirement Home, RR #3 Listowel, on Sunday December 30, 2007. She was born 92 years ago in Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late Horace and Anna (Kolb) Longacre. She was the beloved wife of the late Royden Nigh. Mabel will be remembered by her sister Edith L. Yoder of Delaware U.S.A. and by many nieces & nephews. She was predeceased by four sisters. A funeral service to celebrate Mabel's life was held at Countryview Retirement Home on Monday December 31, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Fred Lichti officiating. Following transfer to Spring City, Pennsylvania, a funeral service will be held at Shalkop Grace & Strunk Funeral Home, 135 Bridge Street #6, Spring City (610-948-7666) on Friday January 4, 2008. Memorial donations to a charity of choice can be made by returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make Donation button or calling Brenneman Funeral Home at 519-356-2382.

January 17, 1922 to November 25, 2007 Charles passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Sunday, November 25, 2007. He resided in Listowel and was born 85 years ago in North Easthope Township, a son of the late Walter and Florence (Cockwell) Sage. Charles was an avid Montreal Canadian fan. He was the beloved husband of the late Marie Sage who predeceased him in 1999; the loving father of Evon and Don Cochrane of Ethel and Ron and fiance Sharon of Listowel; the special grandpa of Rob, Steve, Mandy and friend Calvin, Adam and friend Samantha, Alisha, Alexis, Allanis; and great grandpa of Tyler, Kyle, Brayden and McKenna. Charles will also be remembered by many nieces and nephews and the Hartman family. He was predeceased by his son George, daughter-in-law Carolyn, grand-daughter Jowell, his sister in infancy and half-brother Skip Sage. Charles family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood, on Tuesday November 27, 2007 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service will be held on Wednesday November 28 at 11:00 a.m. with Sandra Cable officiating. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery, Milverton. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to a charity of choice would be appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home at 519-356-2382 or returning to the Current Funerals page and selecting the Make Donation button.

March 30, 1973 to November 21, 2007 Cory Baker passed away suddenly at University Hospital, London on Wednesday, November 21, 2007. He resided in Listowel and was born 34 years ago in Listowel, a son of Bruce and Faye Baker of Monkton. Cory loved his children, Karissa and Kaeleb. He was a fun loving redneck who had a passion for Dodge trucks. Loving fiance of Stephanie Topham of Listowel. Dear brother of Kim and Steve Jordan and their children Chanse and Creasyn of Mitchell. Special grandson of Clara McLean of Listowel. Also remembered by Gerald and Lillis Topham of Clifford, Michelle and Kevin Martin of Listowel, Mike and Sheri Lyn Topham of Blyth, Curtis Topham of Clifford, Jeff Topham of Brussels and by many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Cory's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood, on Friday November 23, 2007 from 1-3 & 6-9 p.m. A private family service will be held at the funeral home on Saturday November 24, 2007. Pastor Marvin Bublitz officiating. Interment to follow in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Kim Jordan in trust for Karissa & Kaeleb Baker c/o Scotiabank P.O. Box 1180 Mitchell, Ontario N0K 1N0 can be arranged by calling the funeral home at 519-356-2382 or returning to the Current Funerals page and selecting the Make Donation button.