2024 Lights of Love Messages

In loving memory of Charlie & Liz Stuart, and Sheila Smith. Remembered always.  
-Lucie Stuart

In memory of Mike Osborne.
-William & Mary Jane Osborne

In memory of Gail and Paul Culp xoxo
-Bonnie Henderson

In memory of Beverly O’Leary.
-Maureen Whitehead

In memory of Adam Whitehead
-Maureen Whitehead

In memory of our loving son & brother Dean Woodcock. Gone too soon but never forgotten.
-Brad & Susan Woodcock

In memory of Bob Woodburn, July 28, 1928 - August 6, 2024. Loving dad, husband, grandpa, great grandpa. I miss you every day, dad.
-xo Anne

This light is in memory of my father John Newman on behalf of his 3 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren (his treasures as he said) who all loved him deeply and miss him every day. He lived out his last days here at the hospice surrounded by love of family and the caring staff to whom we are forever grateful.
-Elizabeth Newman

Dedicated to Bill Brown. Wonderful Dad and Grampa. We miss you every day.
-Liz Heimpel

In memory of Brenda and Barbara.
-Wendy Mansbridge

In memory of my dear sister, Pauline Schwartzentruber. Hard to believe it’s been 5
years since she passed! She received such wonderful care at the Rotary Hospice, as did her family! I remember her with love and miss her terribly!
-Brad & Brenda Ackersviller

Much love always to our dear mom/nana, Myra, and our late dad/papa, Don.
Lynnette, Chris, Jordyn, Brady, and Braden.
-Lynnette Gerber

In memory of Ken Pearson. The care and availability given while in Hospice was fantastic.
-Marg Heyden-Pearson

In memory of Trisha Marie & Carolyn Rose.
-Margaret & Tom Robinson

In memory of John K Eifert. Forever in our thoughts, always in our hearts. Love you Dad.
-Kerri Otten

For Hospice staff and volunteers best wishes for a holiday season filled with peace and joy.
-Norma Reese

In memory of Alex Smith. Always remembered. Always missed. Always loved.
-Nan and family

In memory of Steve Baechler. We love you & miss you forever. A terrific husband, father, son, and brother - love your family.
-Donna LeSouder

In memory of June Kinsman. The love of my life - sadly missed by Don and family.
-Donald E. Kinsman

In memory of Lesley Thomas. So loved and so missed, your light will forever shine in our hearts.
-Hailey & Michelle

In memory of David Shail.
-Janet Shail

In memory of Richard Blackburn. With gratitude for the love and dedication of staff and volunteers during my husband’s stay.
-Barbara J Collier

In memory of Rob Foster & Debbie Ecker. Forever in our hearts, always in our thoughts.
-Joanne and David Foster

In memory of Grandpa Jim (Jim Smith). Grandma Jim is still lighting things up!
Love, Jakob and Sophie.
-Kate Smith

In memory of John Eifert. Your big heart and giggles won’t ever be forgotten Johnny!
-Kate Smith

In loving memory of my dear husband Frank Nyenhuis.
-Mary Nyenhuis

 
For Pauline Riehl.
-Gary & Karen Wagler

In memory of Frank Nyenhuis.
-Wilfried Temming


In memory of John Mavity. We wish Rotary Hospice had been here when you needed it. Miss you every day.
-Laurie, Shannon, Jill, and Family

In memory of Delores Phillips. Loving wife and friend for 66 years.
-Murray Phillips

In memory of Vanessa Cowen.
-Ron & Liz Belliveau

Light dedicated to Rita & Arnold Brewer.
-Patricia Brewer

In memory of Nancy Davidson. You fought a great battle and now you’re at peace.
-Barbara Fidler

In memory of Isla, my 5yr old Great Niece who passed away Nov 2nd, 2024 in Scarborough, Ontario.
-Pamela Ashbourne

In memory of Anson Martin. Always in our hearts and mind.
-Sharon Noble

In loving memory of my parents, Gwen and Wilson Abraham.
-Diane Abraham

In loving memory of Kim Gallant.
-Cynthia Famula

In memory of Donna McIntosh. The world is less bright with your passing. May this light in your name, help carry on your sunshine. I will always think of you when I pass the giftware display at Sinclairs. Your purposeful work touched many lives over nearly 40 years!
-Kristen Culliton

In memory of Sara Jantzi Nelson.
-Kara Kipfer

Fiona Kipfer...our light!
-Kara Kipfer

To all the brave women who lost the ultimate battle and moved on, free of their pain.
-Charles & Nancy Schneider

In memory of Ron Higgins 1937-2023. Remembered with love by your family.
-Clive & Karen Edmonds


To Mom, Dad, and Steve, With love always, Bev.
-Beverley Clute

For Sharon Knowles. With love, Brian.
-Beverley Clute

To our Mom and Nana, Sharon Knowles. You will always be the best mom ever. We miss your smile, your laugh, your amazing cooking and all your perfect advice. You’d be so proud of your great grandchildren.
-Love, Tim, Jodilynn and Family

For Bob and Theresa.
-Peter Brooks

Christmas was Valerie Maddren’s favourite time of the year,  so it especially apt that we donate a light to help light up Rotary Hospice in her honour.
-Judy Maddren

In memory of my parents Ruth and Don Trotter.
-Ruth Trotter

In memory of Pop/Dad/Paul - the twinkle lights just aren’t the same without you!!
-Thomas & Sarah Hamza

In memory of Sophie - Fly high sweet Bee!
-Thomas & Sarah Hamza

In memory of Grandpa Milan. - for all you did to bring so much life into this world, we remember you with the light of the love. xo Tom, Sarah, Grace & Angel Sophie
-Thomas & Sarah Hamza

In loving memory of Peter.
-Kyle Burton

In memory of my parents, Stan & Helen Peszit.
-Linda Doede

In loving memory of Gerry Smith.
-Dianne Huras

For Mary, a very loving mom and grandma who is missed very much … “take the highway home”.
-Mary, Garry, & Sarah Scherbarth

In memory of Don Gibson, lighting up Rotary Hospice with our love and remembrance.
-Cathy Gibson

In loving memory of Walter Kollman.
-Gloria Kollman

In memory of Shalon. You were the strongest and most courageous person I knew. Always so kind!
-Julie Eaton

In memory of Douglas Haveron. The family The family of Douglas Haveron would like to thank everyone for the care and compassion they showed Doug the short time that he was in Hospice. You made his passing so much easier for us. God bless you all.
-Catherine Sippel

In loving memory of Ref Fickling. Always in our hearts.
-Cheryl Fickling

In loving memory of my husband, Blake Pincoe. My mind still talks to you. My heart still looks for you, but my soul knows you’re finally at peace. I miss you every single day!
-Lynn Davidson

In loving memory of my dear son Randy. Love always, Mom.
-Joan Fink xo

In loving memory of our brother-in-law and uncle Randy Fink.
-Tom & Heather Hislop

In memory of my wonderful husband and very best friend Randy. Always in my heart.
-Barb xoxo

In memory of my dear son-in-law, Randy.
-Love Pat xo

In loving memory of my dear husband Keith Hislop.
-Love Pat xo

In memory of our Dad and Grandpa, Keith Hislop.
-Tom & Heather Hislop

In memory of my wonderful dad, Keith Hislop. Love you always.
-Barb xo

In loving memory of Keith Hislop
-From Joan Fink and family



In memory of Keith Hislop. This memorial light symbolizes the warmth, guidance and love that he so freely gave throughout his life. As the light flickers, we remember the laughter, wisdom
and the quiet strength that he provided us. It represents the impacts he leaves behind, a legacy that will continue to shine brightly through the generations of family he helped shape and nurture. With each passing moment, we are grateful for the time we had, and we hold him close in our hearts. His love transcends time, and his memory will forever be a part of us.
-With love, Lauren Wilmore & Chad Fink

This memorial light shines in honour of a man whose love and devotion knew no boundary. A father who gave anything for his children and grandchildren, always guiding, supporting and loving unconditionally. His memory will forever illuminate our hearts, a beacon of strength and kindness he passed down to all of us. Though he is no longer with us, his spirit lives on in every laugh, every lesson, and every cherished moment we shared. We dedicate this light to his unwavering love and to the lasting legacy he created in the lives of those who were blessed to know him. Forever in our hearts.
-Love, Chad Fink & Lauren Willmore

In memory of Dr. J. Marie Dale.
-Amy, Ryker & Hadleigh Dale

In memory of Hen Poy Jung. A wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. We miss you every day.
-James Jung

In memory of Dr. J. Marie Dale. Amazing wife, mom, and “super” grandma.
-Jim Dale

In memory of Shalon Mayberry. I love you mom and miss you every day.
-Trisha McLean

In memory of Barb Leyser. Our lives have changed forever. Seems like decades since we laughed together, we cried together, we constantly supported each other. Miss you so much.
-Love, Joan

In memory of Jim Leyser.It gives me comfort knowing you are no longer suffering. Miss you everyday.
-Love, Joan

With Thanksgiving for & in loving memory of my precious Mom & inspiration, Marlene Ruby. God has you in His keeping, you will always remain in my heart...until we meet again. Love you forever Mom. It will all work out.
-Linda Furtney

In memory of my beloved husband,  Brian Vollett...Remembering you is easy as I
do that every day. Missing you is the headache that never goes away.
-Cathy Vollett

For our beautiful son Sam Beauchamp taken from us way too soon. There will
never be a day we don’t miss you. Love you buddy.
-Cathy Dawson

In memory of my dad, Jim Thomson and my mother-in-law, Dinah Koot.
-Lynn Koot

Remembering our wonderful Mum and Dad, Fran and Bruce Shantz, our dear brother Mike Shantz, and our dear sister Pauline Patterson, we love you and we miss you so much!!
-Love, Jane, Patrick, Tony, Karyn and families!

In loving memory of a wonderful mom, grandma, and granny, “Tootie” Brodhagen, we miss you every day, xoxo.
-Tanya Boersen

In memory of Verna Herold.
-Janet Herold

In memory of the wonderful Arntfield men.
-Jane McDonald

In memory of our Moms - Dorothy Ryde and Louisa Wakelin.
-Al & Sue Wakelin

In memory of my forever friend - Kim (Moorehead) Chilton. I miss you xo.
-Al & Sue Wakelin

In memory of our parents, Jack and Audrey Adair, and George and Irene Burford. We’ll love you always and remember you forever. Until we meet again.
-Love Bob and Lynne Burford and family

In memory of a former volunteer, John Thrasher. Lovingly remembered by his sister, Sue Brown
-Sue Brown

In memory of Cindy McCauley. Miss you Mom.
-xo Meredith & Ryan

In memory of our mother Helen Cook who passed away November 23, 2024. Little by little, we let go of loss, but never love. Rest in peace mom.
-Love Howard and Mary Anne

In memory of our dear sister, Joyce. Never forgotten.
-Eddie & Wendy Oliver

For my husband Brian Schade who passed Sept 17, 2024. You went too soon. Merry Christmas in heaven. First Christmas without you. We love you to the moon and back.
-Love Pauline, Matt, Jenn, Lydia, and Craig

In memory of Joyce & David Evans. Another year without you Mom & Dad. Gone but never forgotten, forever in my heart.
-Love Gillian

In loving memory of Carmen and Ron, and Jean and Paul.
-Carole Oliver

In memory of Phyllis Schooley. Forever in our hearts.
-Melissa McManus

Merry Christmas Mom/Nana, we love you and miss you so much!
-Lisa, Chris, Nick, and Sammi

In loving memory of my brother Darryl Vorstenbosch who died 34 years ago.
-Joanne Innes

In memory of my mom Audrey McCurdy, the best of the best, incredibly well loved, and missed every day.
- Sharon Nymeyer

In memory of Laura Martin. Your light still shines bright.
-Bradley Martin

In memory of Pauline Schwartzentruber.
-Becky Baechler

For my husband Douglas Charles Williams. Gone but never forgotten, love and missed by your family.
-Karen Smith-Williams

In memory of Marion Fox. We think of you every day and are forever grateful for all the ways you continue to touch our lives and the lives of everyone you met! Missing you and looking forward to when we’ll all be together again! Love you forever, your loving husband and family.
-Philip Fox

In memory of my sister-in-law, Barb Cretzman. Miss you so much.
-Rick and Cheryl Cooper

In Loving memory of my mom,Marlene Ruby, who was one of the brightest lights in my life. Hospice was a true blessing to her and her family. I miss her immensely and had comfort in knowing all the staff at the Rotary Hospice were there for her, to help ease her passing. Their compassion and kindness was never ending and truly appreciated. Love Catherine
-Jose Rebelo

For family & friends who shine brightly above us and always in my heart.
-LeeAnn Jackson

In memory of Gordon Hay. Dear Dad, you have been deeply missed by your loving family.
-Hay Family

In loving memory of my son Justin Hay. My beloved son, you were taken before your time. You are forever in my heart and beside me always. Your family misses you dearly.
-Love Mom, your sisters - Jenna and Nicole, and your daughter Charis

In memory of Gordan Hay. Dear Dad, I am happy you left the way you wanted. Walking in and you are not in your chair is hard. You are forever missed.
-Love your daughter, Wendy

To our love Carol Darou. You are missed every day by your Family God Bless You.
-Ken Darou

For my dear mom Marlene Ruby aka Tweedy. She is dearly missed every day. Hospice was a wonderful experience and the care was amazing that mom received. We couldn’t have asked for anything better.
-Pamela Ruby-Hill

In loving memory of the deceased members of the Merkel & DiDiomete families. All who are deeply missed this Christmas season and Always.
-Love Heidi & Rob DiDiomete & Family

In memory of Norman Hahn. To my Beloved Husband.
- Margaret Hahn

In memory of Ross Hislop.
-Joseph P. Hishon & Mrs. Susan L. Hishon

In memory of my husband, Bert Drenth.
-Irene Drenth

In memory of Patricia Anne Pilon. Gone but not forgotten, my wife of 55 years, and wonderful mother of our four children.
-Robert Pilon

In memory of Barbara Kyle.
-William & Susan Elliott

In memory of Shalon Mayberry.
-Preston Anderson

In memory of Carol V. Shore.
-Robert G. Shore

In memory of Jean Maloney.
-George, Cleo Smith & family

In memory of Noelle Saville and her brother Paul Saville.
Sadly missed by their friends and neighbors.

In memory of Dianne Palmer, and Ray & Shirley Phibbs.
-Wade & Tanya Phibbs

I miss you, my man.
-Carlos Vela

In Memory of Barbara Kyle.
-William & Susan Elliott

In memory of Ross Hislop.
-Joseph P. & Susan L. Hison

In memory of Norman Hahn, my beloved husband.
-Margaret Hahn

Julie & Erich Majer -Remembering our cherished parents. Forever loved; never forgotten.
-Philip & Erna Fowler

Jim Leis -Remembering our loyal friend and dedicated colleague.
-Philip & Erna Fowler

Pat & Ken Fowler -Remembering our cherished parents. Forever loved; never forgotten.
-Philip & Erna Fowler

In memory of Nancy Davidson.
-Mary Hinsperger

In memory of Joe Moss.
-RCSS Goodwill Committee

In memory of Joe Moss.
-Valerie Zacher

In memory of Nancy Davidson.
-Nancy Coghlin

In memory of Vanessa Cowen.
-Marni Herold

In memory of Nancy Davidson.
-Chris & Lindsay O’Grady

In memory of Nancy Davidson.
-Rick & Lorraine Vuylsteke

Thank you for all you do for our community.
-Team Wildgust Real Estate

In memory of Norma Calhoun.
-Robert Woodley

In memory of Lori Ruston. Thank you for your amazing care of her
-Dor Schramm

In memory of the late, Joan Holmes.
-Joan Coutanche

In memory of Jack Quail.
-Joan & Dave Franks

In memory of Ted Pauli. Thank you very much for the support and care during my husband’s stay. It was greatly appreciated by myself and family.
-Ruth Pauli

In memory of Nancy Davidson.
-Atwood Farm Supplies Ltd.

In memory of Nancy Davidson.
-Jennifer Davidson

In memory of Vivian Falardeau.
-Nancy Rough

In memory of Clarence Poole.

In loving memory of Kim Selbie.


In memory of Sara Jantzi Nelson. The care that you provide to your patients and families is exceptional. Her stay wasn’t very long but it was good for all of us. Thank you from her family.
-Mark & Linda Jantzi

In memory of Anne. Voor mijn lieve nichtje Anne. Voor altijd in ons hart. We missen je en vanavond branden we een kaarsje voor jou en denken we extra aan jou, papa, mama en Martijn.
-Veel liefs, Bert, Mirjam, Eva en Julia.

Lois Lantz of New Hamburg, my aunt, was a resident at Rotary Hospice Stratford-Perth, Dec. 26, 2022 to Jan. 12, 2023. The day after she arrived from the hospital she was smiling and happy! What an amazing experience for both her and me as well! All the staff and volunteers are incredibly kind and just so caring! A beautiful and warm home for end-of-life!
-Sincerely, Yvonne Pletsch

In memory of Mirko Obadich. We miss you every day.
-The Guidi Family

In loving memory of Mary & Ronald Fischer.
-Beth Fischer

In memory of Dinah Koot. And a big thank you to the Hospice staff!
-Marian Van Klooster

In memory of our parents: John & Jackie Mathieson and Doug Fulton. We miss you and think of you every day!
-Paul & Helen Fulton

In memory of Veronica Price.
-Charles Price

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

In memory of my mother Verna Herold.
-Shirley Wilhelm

We hope this will help in a small way to continue the wonderful & necessary services that the Hospice provides.
-Gord & Kate Moylan

We appreciate the work that you do in our community.
-Greg Shelton

In memory of Tom McLaughlin.
-Mary Anne Cook

In memory of Dianne Rellinger.
-Sonia Wagler

Thanks for your continued great work.
-Doug and Leslie McArthur

Thanks for the care you gave my dad, Clarence Poole, and making his last days so wonderful. All the staff and volunteers were so wonderful. God Bless you all!!
-Patty Albrecht

Thanks for the excellent care given to my dad, Clarence Poole. It was nice to know that dad was cared for when we couldn’t be there. Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year.
-Brenda Steckle

In memory of Susanna Hepburn.
-Mike and Holly Galloway

In memory of Robert Quail.
-Aisin Canada Inc.

In memory of Pearl Johnston.
-Chris Johnston

In memory of Pearl Johnston.
-Derek Johnston

In memory of Pearl Johnston.
-Floyd & Mary Johnston

In memory of Pearl Johnston.
-Chris Johnston

In memory of Lesley Hailstone and Michael Franjkovic.
-From Stan, Sheila, and Vanessa Franjkovic

Remembering the life of Mrs. Valerie Maddren. One hundred years of lovely!
-Grace Bradish