In Memoriam
Willibald Hackl
Willibald Hackl, March 27th, 1936 - September 29th, 2023 Celebration of Life for Willibald Hackl We invite you to join our family as we remember and celebrate the life of Willi Hackl, who passed away Sept. 29th, 2023. Celebration to be held on May 18th from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm in the Sunset Room at the Best Western. Interment of ashes will be held prior to the celebration at the Dryden Cemetery at 12:00 pm. We hope yo...
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Norman Shane McMillan
Norman Shane McMillan October 6, 1958 - May 3, 2024 Norman Shane McMillan (known as SHANE) was born October 6, 1958 in Dryden, ON to William John McMillan and Thelma Mae McMillan (Gurney). He was the eldest of four siblings - Heather (Mel), Scott (Brenda) and Robyn. Shane was a Dryden boy through and through. Growing up on Lakeside Drive and eventually building his forever home next door to his childhood home. He spe...
23h ago
Therese (Terry) Hatch
Therese (Terry) Hatch February 1, 1927 - May 5, 2024 It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of our mom Terry Hatch on May 5, 2024, at the Dryden Regional Health Centre. Born in LaFleche, Saskatchewan on February 1, 1927. She lived in many places across Saskatchewan before the family settled on a quarter section of land in Makwa. In 1948, Terry moved to Dryden with her sister Marg, following in the footste...
May 08, 2024
Antonietta Maria Pizzi
Antonietta Maria Pizzi June 12, 1924 - May 1, 2024 In loving memory of Antonietta Maria Pizzi who passed away peacefully on May 1, 2024, in Princess Court, Dryden at the age of 99. She was born to Michele and Laura Carlucci on June 12, 1924, in the quaint town of Santa Maria, Del Molise, Italy. Maria's early years were adorned with the serenity of nature and the enchanting beauty of Italy. She carried these memories ...
May 03, 2024
Ella Mary Jane (Parr) Kosik
Ella Mary Jane (Parr) Kosik September 7, 1936 - December 15, 2023 A Graveside Service will take place in the Kenora Cemetery on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1 p.m. with Pastor Robert Wittmeier officiating. Ella passed away at the age of 87 after a short illness, at the Dryden Regional Health Centre, surrounded by loved ones. Ella was born in Dryden, then moved to Kenora where she met her husband Josef. She resided in K...
Apr 25, 2024
Grace Lydia June Baron
Grace Lydia June Baron Gracie passed away suddenly, with her soulmate Ryan holding her hand, while vacationing in New Zealand. Gracie is survived by her father Daniel (Denise) Baron, her mother Margaret Aitken (Tom Williams), siblings Emma and Ranger Baron, Ryan's parents Jim and Theresa Gee, his siblings Steven (Rebecca) Gee, Danielle Gee, and Eric (Janessa) Gee, grandparents, cousins of both families, and many frie...
Apr 24, 2024
Walter Brian Hastings (Buddy)
Walter Brian Hastings (Buddy) May 31, 1954 - April 17, 2024 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Walter Brian Hastings (Buddy) who passed away peacefully on April 17, 2024 with family at his side after a brief illness. Predeceased by his parents Walter and Madeline Hastings and brother Charles Hastings. He is survived by his daughter Charlotte, Tammy, his sisters Shirley Eyjolfson and Linda Taddeo, brot...
Apr 22, 2024
Alice Beatrice Pakarinen
Alice Beatrice Pakarinen September 13, 1929 - March 30, 2024 Alice Beatrice Pakarinen of Wabigoon, Ontario passed away peacefully with her daughters at her side at Princess Court, Dryden, Ont. on Saturday, March 30, 2024 at the age of 94 years. Alice had an indomitable spirit and a sharp mind and the life she lived displayed those characteristics. She loved to read, was always interested in travel and during her life...
Apr 19, 2024
Douglas Raymond Kent Lundstrom
Douglas Raymond Kent Lundstrom July 4, 1939 - April 14, 2024 Our family is heartbroken to announce the passing of Douglas Lundstrom, on April 14, 2024 at the age of 84. Dad was born on July 4, 1939 on the family farm in Dobie Township, by Emo, Ontario. During his childhood, the family moved around a lot, living in Emo, Keewatin, Camp Robinson, and Oxdrift before choosing Dryden as their forever home. In 1961, a beaut...
Apr 17, 2024
Sharleen Warren
Sharleen Warren December 26, 1949 - April 7, 2024 With deep sorrow, we sadly share that our mother and wife, Sharleen Grace Warren (nee Spillett), aged 74, peacefully passed away with her family by her side at the Dryden Regional Health Centre after battling a multitude of health issues on Sunday, April 7th, 2024. Sharleen, born December 26, 1949 in Thunder Bay, Ontario spent her final years living in Ignace, Ontario...
Apr 17, 2024
Donard (Don) Peter Vieira
Donard (Don) Peter Vieira December 23, 1971 - April 1, 2024 Donard P. Vieira, 52, of Dryden, Ontario, unexpectedly passed away on April 1, 2024. Donard, more fondly known as Don or Donny, was born to Jose and Maria Fatima Vieira, on December 23, 1971, in Dryden, Ontario. Don spent his entire life in his hometown of Dryden, where he attended Dryden High School. He worked at Canadian Tire for 29 years, eventually becom...
Apr 10, 2024
Wendalynne Doreen Johnston nee Schramm
Wendalynne Doreen Johnston nee Schramm June 14, 1949 - April 6, 2024 In loving memory of Wendy, born June 14, 1949 in Gladstone, Manitoba to John and Eileen Schramm, who passed away peacefully at the DRHC on April 6, 2024. She moved to Dryden where she had her two daughters. Later in life, she moved to Yorkton, Saskatchewan with her loving spouse Bill, before returning to Dryden where she stayed for her remaining yea...
Apr 10, 2024