IN MEMORY

Sidney: David Leighton Sr. 88, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Sidney surrounded by his two sons, David Jr. and Dwight. He was born April 24,1937 to George “Barney” and Gladys (Rushton) Leighton. David graduated from Williams High School in Oakland, Class of 1956. He married the love of his life Jeannette Mitchell in 1960. He spent the next 64 years by her side enjoying each other to the fullest. He enlisted in the US Army serving in Kentucky and Germany. He worked at Keyes Fiber for 33 years as a machinist and shift supervisor. David Sr. and Jeannette loved to spend time at their camp on Moosehead Lake where they had many fond memories.  The majority of their past time after retirement, included traveling, visiting all 50 states and numerous countries around the world, and many cruises making memories and friends along the way. Together they wintered in Acadia, Florida, where they had so many friends come to their porch for Happy Hour. David was predeceased by his parents, his wife Jeannette, brother Podgie, sister Barbara, and grandson David III. David is survived by his sons David Jr.; Dwight and his wife Theresa and grandchildren Katie Bridges and husband Jake of Morris CT; Dalton Leighton of Oakland; great grandchildren Hazel Bridges of Morris CT and Quinn and Vivian Leighton of Oakland. A special heartfelt Thank You to Sarah Kimball, Inez Trahan, Maureen Moshier and Roger Carter for being there through out. We cannot Thank You enough.  There will be a Graveside Service at Longley Cemetery, 43 Lupine Lane, Sidney  at 11:00am on Saturday, October 11, 2025. Immediately followed by a social hour at his home at the same address. 

It is with a very heavy heart to announce the passing of Wayne Kantor after a long and courageous battle with cancer.  Wayne resided on Lot J and will be missed by his Toby's family.  Our prayers and sympathies go out to his family. 

James Kelch (September 9, 1951 — September 14, 2025)  Whitestown  - James (Jim) Warren Kelch of Whitestown, IN (previously from Metamora, IL) passed peacefully on Sept 14, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. He was an excellent husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Jim graduated from Richwoods High School in Peoria, Il. He worked 30 years for Caterpillar, retiring as a Systems Analyst. He spent 26 years as a volunteer EMT in Metamora, Il. Post retirement, he worked in OSF Saint Francis emergency room. He was married to his wife, Kathy,for 52 years. He enjoyed woodworking, hunting and fishing for grouper in the Gulf of Mexico. He leaves behind many dear friends from 9 years spent as a snowbird in Florida.  Jim was preceded in death by his parents Donatus and Frances Eugenia (Atteberry) Kelch. He is survived by his wife Kathy (Schaidle) Kelch; his children Kassandra (Kevin)Duncan and Kristina (Joseph) Lu; his grandchildren Ian, Ainsley, Heath, Rune and Penelope. He leaves behind his siblings Helena (James) Douglas, Donatus (Patricia) Kelch, Ann (David) Tripp, Frances (David) Newman, William (Kathy) Kelch, Jacque (Douglas) Walton, Dorothy Reed and Douglas Kelch who will never forget his pranks and fun loving attitude. A private service will be held at a later date with immediate family as they celebrate his love of deep sea fishing. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to ASPCA in his memory. Jim loved his little white dog, Maddie. To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of James Kelch, please visit our flower store.

Richard "Dick Dale Foster Obituary - On the evening of August 1, 2025, Richard “Dick” Dale Foster was called home by his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He departed this life at Hospice of Cincinnati, Anderson unit. Dick was born in Manchester, Ohio, May 8, 1939, to the late Forrest Virgile and Bertha Lee Foster (nee Dryden). He was 86 years old and lived in Bethel, Ohio. On August 30, 1957, he was united in marriage to Nancy Ann Wall. They were married for almost 68 years. In this marriage a daughter was born; Patricia Ann (Foster) Gullett (Dan). Also he is survived by granddaughters: Amberly Ann Ramsey, Franklin, Ohio, and Arika Lynn Harvey (John), Georgetown, Ohio; 5 Great-Grandchildren: Christopher Dylan Ramsey, Batavia, Ohio; Marisa Lynne Humphries (Caleb), Franklin, Ohio; Ian Jacob Ramsey, Franklin, Ohio; Johnathan Jay Bodhan Harvey and Parker Keaton Harvey, Georgetown, Ohio, and 2 great-great-granddaughters; Annabella Lynne Humphries and Rylee Ann Humphries, Franklin, Ohio. Dick also leaves behind his sister-in-law,Carol Foster, Bethel, Ohio. Also he leaves countless friends and neighbors.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Samuel Foster and Forresta Lee Foster.  Dick attended church all his life at Mt. Olivet Methodist Church, Winchester, Ohio, Bethel Nazarene Church, Bethel, Ohio, and Trinity Arcadia Methodist Church, Arcadia, Florida. On June 20, 2013, he accepted Jesus Christ as his personal Savior. Dick loved to attend church and sing the old hymns. He loved to read the Bible, particularly The Old Testament. Dick never met a stranger and could talk to everyone. He was a very generous person. Always ready to help someone, whether physically or monetarily, even if he only had a dollar or five. He even gave a homeless person the coat that he was wearing. Dick enjoyed talking to people on the CB Radio. His CB handles (names) were Big Brother, Paper Boy, and 199. He made countless friends through this hobby. He also loved old antique cars and owned several vehicles, which he drove to many car shows, cruise-ins, and parades. He belonged to the Zane Trace, Classy Chariots, Hoodlum Alley Boys, and Old Car Friends car clubs. He also enjoyed many years boating on the Ohio River and many other lakes, including fishing in Canada. He loved to ride motorcycles. He was member of Bethel Masonic Lodge No. 61; Valley of Cincinnati, Ohio Scottish Rite; Syrian Shrine, Cincinnati, Ohio, dementing to the Sahib Shrine, Sarasota, Florida; and Amelia Chapter #338, Ohio Eastern Star. Dick retired from The Cincinnati Enquirer as a Teamster on May 30, 1996. He and Nancy were blessed to spend many winters in Arcadia, Florida, where he leaves many friends to mourn his passing. Visitation will be held at E.C. Nurre Funeral Home 315 W. Plane St. (St. Rt. 125) Bethel, Ohio, on Thursday, August 7, 2025, from 6:00 PM until time of Masonic Service at 8:00 PM. Funeral Service will be held at Bethel Church of the Nazarene 50 E. Water St., Bethel, Ohio on August 8, 2025, at 10:00 AM. Interment Tate Township Cemetery.

Peter John Van Dyk - Peter passed away peacefully at Southlake Health in Newmarket on August 1, 2025 at the age of 86 years. He was the devoted husband of his beloved wife, Anne Van Dyk (Kenny). He was a loving father, “Pops”, to Peter Jr. (Pamela), and Joseph (Maria). He was a wonderful grandpa to Victoria (Joost Van Dorp), Rebecca (Christopher Joksas), and Samantha (Ian Censner). Unfortunately Peter did not have the opportunity to meet his first great grandchild, Timothy Peter Van Dorp, who was born in April of this year.  He will be sadly missed by his siblings, of which he was the eldest: the late John (Mary), the late Johanna (Marinus Van Bakel), Elizabeth (the late Reagh Mann), Maria (the late Dieter Wiedeman), Narda, Lena (Henry Sterling), Len (the late Dottye), and Annie (Andrew Magee). Fondly remembered by his brother-in-law Peter Kenny (Bev), and his sisters-in-law, Christena (the late Bill Jonkman), and Marie (the late Terry Charlton). He will be missed by his cat, Goldie, who he simply referred to as “The Cat!”  Peter will forever be in the hearts of his many relatives, especially throughout the Netherlands. He will be greatly missed by his many friends (The “Boys Breakfast Club” has lost a very committed member.) Peter was born to Leonard and Maria (van de Gevel) in Zandoerle, the Netherlands, in 1939. The family then moved to the island of St. Eustatius in May of 1949. They arrived in Toronto, Canada, in July of 1952. Peter was very proud of his Dutch and Canadian heritage. Peter and Anne settled in Schomberg where they raised their two sons. He had a fulfilling career in the sewer and water main sector. After their retirement, Peter and Anne enjoyed travelling. They were fortunate through the years to experience many wonderful places. Peter was always in favour of travelling within Canada and the Netherlands. He was well known for his antique automobiles, his support of historical organizations, and local charities. We would like to sincerely thank all of the staff, nurses, doctors, and PSW’s at Southlake Health in Newmarket. Thank you Father Eric Mah for the times you were there to bestow your blessings to Peter over these many weeks. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. James Church, Colgan, 2118 Adjala Tecumseth Townline, on Thursday August 14, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will take place in St. James Cemetery, Colgan. Reception will follow in the Cliffside Hall at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Road in Tottenham. 905-936-3477. Please consider donations to Sick Kids or St. Vincent de Paul, in Peter’s memory. Memories and condolences may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

Phillip V. Goodrich passed away July 5, 2025 at the age of 76. He is preceded in death by his daughter Pamela LaRoche. Beloved husband of Susan (Kuehl) Goodrich. Loving father of Danny (Jill) Goodrich, Michelle (Tom) Morris, and Kenya (Scott) Johnson. Proud grandfather of Alex Derse, Timothy (Theresa) Derse Nosacek, Emily (Christian) Smolik, Alyssa Goodrich, Adrien (Maddie) Maas, and Nicole (Wes) Zwifelhofer. Dear brother of Carol (John) McGuire, Nancy (Denny) Keys, David (Marcia) Goodrich, Jim (Karen) Goodrich, and Sue Ann (Gary) Thompson and son in law Joseph LaRoche. Further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Phillip worked in purchasing for D&L for 29 years, then in inside sales at Revere until his retirement in 2018. He proudly served in the United States Army. Phillip was very family oriented. He was always positive, and loved conversations with family and friends. He enjoyed camping in Florida, golfing, cornhole, horseshoes, dancing, cards, and music.  He will be dearly missed. Visitation will be held Thursday, July 10th from 6-8 PM at Schramka Funeral Home, W164 N9034 Water St, Menomonee Falls.

BIGNALL, James Guy - Age 78, of Acadia, FL, formerly of Grand Blanc, passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2025. Funeral service will be held 1 PM Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at Sharp Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Road, Grand Blanc. Visitation will be held at from 4-8 PM Monday, July 14, 2025 and from 11 AM - 1 PM Tuesday, July 15, 2025. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan (www.fbem.org).  Jim Bignall was born August 7, 1946, in San Diego, California, the son of Charles I. and Donna M. (Christner) Bignall. He was a 1965 graduate of Grand Blanc High School and married Sharon M. Everhart on June 18, 1966, in Flint. Jim had resided in Arcadia, Florida, for the past two years, having previously lived in Tawas City and Grand Blanc. He retired in 1999 from General Motors after 33 and a half years of service as a press operator. In addition to his long career, Jim spent over 40 years plowing snow, continuing until 2012. Dedicated to serving his community, Jim was a volunteer firefighter with the Mundy Township Fire Department from 1977 to 1988 and again from 2001 to 2006. He was also a longtime member of the Rankin Lions Club for over 20 years and a charter member of the Arcadia Lions Club in Florida. Jim had a passion for motorcycles and enjoyed riding for more than four decades. Above all, his greatest joy was his family. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather whose love and commitment to his family were unwavering. Surviving are: his wife of 59 years, Sharon; daughter, Rene (Matt) Sherwood of Grand Blanc; son, Terry (Tammy) Bignall of Columbiaville; grandchildren, Brick (Allison) McMann, Donald (Mallory) McMann, Kayla (Brennan) Fortner and Cassandra (Aaron) Peltonen; sister, Janet Crandell of Grand Blanc; brother, Jerry (Joyce) Bignall, Sr. of Sebewaing; brother-in-law, Tim (Connie) Everhart' sister-in-law, Sandy (Jimbo) Mize and several nieces and nephews. The family extends special thanks and recognition to the dear friends at Toby’s RV Park in Florida, who became like family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Donna Bignall; brother-in-law, Herb Crandell. Tributes may be shared at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. To order memorial trees in memory of James Guy Bignall, please visit our tree store.

Mr. Paul Vernon Davis passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2025. He was born June 13, 1944, in Patriot, Indiana to William F. and Julia (Waller) Davis. Paul had lived in the community for 25 years. He graduated from Patriot High School in 1962. He was a Truck Driver and had been employed by TNT Holland in Holland Michigan. In 1986 He won awards for State Truck Driving Champion and the National Truck Drivers Rodeo Champion. He was also a Veteran of the US Air Force.

He was a member of the Patriot Baptist Church. He enjoyed driving cars and/or trucks and playing cards. He will be remembered as a friendly, kind person who had a unique sense of humor. He was always willing to help anyone in need. He is preceded in death by his wife Margaret Davis who passed in 2008 and his parents William F. Davis and Julia Carolyn (Waller) Davis, and stepson Robert Wheat. He is survived by his longtime companion Ailene Wheat and stepsons, William (Elizabeth) Wheat, Richard (Colleen) Wheat and step daughter-in-law Shirley Wheat. There will be a Memorial Service at a later date. Online condolences may be made at: www.pongerkaysgrady.com  Ponger-Kays-Grady Funeral Homes & Cremation Services has been entrusted with the arrangements. 

Raymond Joseph King 

KING, Raymond – Age 86 of Meteghan Centre, passed away Friday, June 13, 2025 at home with his loving wife, family and friends by his side. Born in Salmon River, he was a son of the late Everett and Leonie (Gaudet) King. Raymond was a member of the Royal Canadian Navy. After leaving the Navy, he had many occupations until he settled on fishing and opening his own companies, R.J. King Fisheries Ltd. and Ocean’s Best Seafoods. He was a member of the legion, diving instructor, pilot and owned his own plane. He liked golf and enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren and any other kids around, with him being the biggest kid of all. He loved knowledge and took many courses. He enjoyed many interests throughout his life. He thoroughly enjoyed his time with family and friends at Toby’s RV Park in Arcadia, Florida. He was hardworking, determined, honest (and stubborn, lol) and a very gentle, kind, loving person to all. Arrangements have been entrusted to Meteghan Funeral Home. A private graveside service will be held at a later date in Stella Maris Cemetery, Meteghan. A public celebration of life will be held at a later date in Saint Mary’s Bay Community Centre (formerly Meteghan Lions Club). Donations in Raymond’s memory may be made to Jacky Comeau & Friends Cancer Help Fund Association.