Robert Dion
June 26, 1968 – October 25, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Robert Dion (“Mustard”).
Rob is predeceased by his parents Chris Armstrong and Paul Dion. He will be mourned and lovingly remembered by his wife Jennifer Dion, his three children Rachel (Ron), Eric, and Dustin, as well as Rachel and Eric’s mother Linda, and his brother Adam (Brooke). Also in mourning are his step mother Pat, step father Brian, and step-siblings Robin, Starr and Graham, his many nieces, nephews and cousins all whom he loved dearly, his club family, and his numerous friends who kept his life so full of joy.
Rob had many passions in life including his renewed love for motorcycles, a love of music, collecting records, military memorabilia and other antiques, camping and being outdoors, and spending time with his family, friends and pets.

He was always there for a family member or friend in need and always ready with a smile and a helping hand. He was known for his infectious laugh, his sense of humour, and his love of his children which he shared with anyone he met.

Visitation will be held at Rod Abrams Funeral Home 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham 905-936-3477 on Saturday November 7, 2026 from 10am until the time of Funeral Service in the chapel at 12pm. Cremation will follow. Online condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

Anne Van Dyk (Kenny)

After residing at the Bradford Valley Care Community for the past seven months, Anne passed away on October 26, 2026, at the age of 87.

She was the devoted wife of the late Peter Van Dyk and caring mother to Peter Jr. (Pamela), and Joseph (Maria). Anne was a wonderful grandma to Victoria (Joost Van Dorp), Rebecca (Chris Joksas), and Samantha (Ian Censner). Her steady presence in their lives will be missed greatly. Although not able to be active in Timothy Van Dorp’s life, he did meet his great-grandma a few times over the past year.

Anne will be forever in the hearts of her three siblings: Peter Kenny (Bev), Christena (the late Bill Jonkman), and Marie (the late Terry Charlton). She will be fondly remembered by her brothers-in-law Len Van Dyk (Candace), Andrew Magee (the late Annie Van Dyk), Marinus Van Bakel (the late Johanna Van Dyk), and her sisters-in-law, Elizabeth (the late Reagh Mann), Maria (the late Dieter Wiedeman), Narda, Lena (Henry Sterling), and Mary (the late John Van Dyk). Of course she will be missed by her cat “Goldie.”

Anne was the eldest child of the late Vincent Kenny and the late Christena Kenny. She grew up in Beeton, Ontario, and moved to Toronto where she began her teaching career. After moving to Schomberg, Anne was one of the first teachers at St. Patrick’s School. As the school wasn’t ready in September 1967, her class of Grade 2’s were in the basement of St. Patrick’s Church. Anne
continued teaching for many years in Schomberg and then St. Margaret Mary Elementary School in Woodbridge.

Anne was a very talented piano player. Her piano/organ playing has played a role in many funerals, weddings, and school celebrations. Over the years, many of her former students would ask her to play at their wedding. Performing children’s music and reading children’s books to her granddaughters and students brought her so much joy.

Anne’s other talent was organizing. Whether organizing trips, celebrations, tours, family get togethers, and many other events, she was in her element!

Anne enjoyed travelling. Her and Peter travelled extensively over the course of their lives. Always meeting new friends whose names would then be added to their address book. Another Christmas card, with a photo of the two of them and an old car on the front, to send out! Even though Anne was always on the go, volunteering was important to her. After retiring from teaching, she continued to volunteer with various schools and, for many years, played for the weekly mass at Simcoe Manor.

Thank you to all the staff on the 6th floor at Southlake Hospital. A heartfelt thank you to all personnel at Bradford Valley Care Community. Your extensive care of Anne over these past seven months was exceptional. To all the nurses and personal support workers, you make a difference.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. James Church, Colgan, 2118 Adjala Tecumseth Townline, on Friday November 6, 2026 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, St. Vincent de Paul (St. James Church, Colgan), or the Alzheimer’s Society. Memories and condolences may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

Anne will be missed. But she will now be reunited with her beloved Peter where he has been waiting for her to go on another car tour!

Murphy: Norman,

With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Norman Murphy at Bradford Valley Care Community in Bradford, Ontario on October 23, 2026 at the age of 92 years. Norman was predeceased by his loving wife Kathleen “Kay” Murphy. Norman was the loving father of Jeff (Pina Cupello), and is predeceased by his beloved son Kenneth. Cherished grandfather of Hannah and the late Cameron. Norman is survived by his sister Lorna Owens and predeceased by his siblings Andy, Harry, Robert, Ken, Gwen, Jean and Florence. Forever remembered in the hearts of his nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held in the Chapel at Bradford Valley Care Community, 2656 Line 6, Bradford, Ontario, L3Z 2A1, on Friday October 30, 2026, at 1:30pm, immediately followed by a memorial service at 2:00pm. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery Orangeville to take place at a later date.
Donations in Norman’s memory to The Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

Norman is reunited with his love of his life and at peace in heaven together.

Mary (Riet) Petra Ehlebracht (née Gerrits)
July 4, 1933 – September 23, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Petra Ehlebracht (née Gerrits), who passed away peacefully in her home in Guelph, Ontario, on September 23, 2026, at the age of 93.

Mary was a loving mother to Harry, Patricia, the late Michael, and Kate (Richard). She was a cherished grandmother to the late Rachel, and a proud great-grandmother to Jesse and Kylee. Mary will be remembered for her deep faith, commitment and love for her family and her industriousness and ingenuity for a multitude of do-it-yourself projects, renovations, real estate endeavors as well as providing a safe and warm home away from home for numerous University of Guelph Students that lived with her for over 25 years. Mary loved music especially the German music on her radio on Saturday mornings. She also had the biggest green thumb with a long history of enormous vegetable gardens, and her celebrated collection of Clivias that she jokingly said she “smuggled” in from the Netherlands when she immigrated in 1953 as well as several trees that she grew from seeds around her home in Guelph.

Mary will be lovingly remembered by her siblings Matthea (Tilly) (the late Jacobus (Jack)), Joanne (John), and John (Sara), and by her close and dear friend Eileen Bousfield.
Mary was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Herman and Helena Gerrits, and is now reunited with them and her loved ones who passed before her.
She leaves behind a lifetime of cherished memories and will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, siblings, nieces, nephews, extended family, and many dear friends.

A Funeral Service will be held at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham, 905-936-3477, on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. For those who wish, donations in Mary’s memory to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

McDonald: Harold Emerson,
Born in Cooksville, Ontario, on April 19, 1936, Harold built a life grounded in hard work, family, and love. After 35 years working at Goodyear in New Toronto, he was fortunate to enjoy a retirement that lasted even longer than his working years.
He married his beloved Eleanor on October 11, 1958, and together they made their home in Nobleton. It was in that home that they welcomed and raised their four children: Claire Schneider (Paul), Dawn Fincher (Tom), Bill McDonald (Lori), and Denise Osborne (Peter).
For 85 years, Harold worked the farm, dedicating countless hours to the land. Farming was an important part of his life, and the farm became a place where family memories were made, traditions were carried on, and generations came together.

Their love and commitment created a lasting legacy, including 10 grandchildren: Jakob, Jesse, Billy, Laine, David, MacKenzie, Paige, Holly, Will, and Robyn.
He was predeceased by his father and mother (Ernest and Victoria), his siblings, Mary, Ellen, Ernie, Ron and Shirley. Together, Harold and Eleanor built a lifetime of memories, family traditions, and love that will continue through the generations.
Cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Rod Abrams Funeral Home. Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Sandra Ann Span (née Lasruk), who passed away on October 16, 2026, at Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital in Vaughan, at the age of 76.

Sandra will be lovingly remembered by her beloved husband, Karel, and her cherished daughters, Stephanie ( Jeffery) Castronaro and Jennifer (Allen) Frans. She was a proud and loving grandmother to Alyssa, Taylor, Vicky, and Katelyn, who brought great joy to her life.

Sandra is now reunited in heaven with her beloved parents, George and Minnie Lasruk, and her brother, John Lasruk.

Family and friends will be received at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham, 905-936-3477, on Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 6:00–8:00 p.m., and on Friday, October 23, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. A reception will follow in the funeral home’s Cliffside Hall.

Donations in Sandra’s memory to the Stronach Regional Cancer Centre at Southlake would be greatly appreciated by the family.

Online condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

Hutchinson: Kathleen “Kay” Anne,

Peacefully passed away surrounded by the love of her family at Matthews House Hospice in Alliston, on October 10, 2026. Kay Hutchinson (nee: O’Kane) 87, beloved wife of the late Gerald Hutchinson. Loving mother of Ken (Trudy) and Mark (Mary). Kay will be deeply missed by her grandchildren Melissa and Stephen, with a special place in her heart for Keri, Adelyne, Charly, and Norah. She will be forever in the hearts of her extended family and friends, both here and in Ireland.

A Special thank you to Dr. Jansen and all the Staff and Volunteers at Matthews House Hospice for their exceptional care and compassion.

Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Kay’s Life will be held at the Tottenham Legion, 25 Richmond St., East, Tottenham on Sunday November 15, 2026 from 1-4pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Kay may be made to Matthews House Hospice Alliston. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

John Edward Flanagan
March 3, 1954 – October 8, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear brother, John Flanagan at the age of 72. He entered into the loving arms of our Lord on Thursday October 8, 2026 dying peacefully at London Victoria Hospital. John passed with his family at his side surrounded by love and prayers after a brief illness.
Reunited now with his parents Peter Flanagan and Kathleen Sullivan Flanagan, his adored and sorely missed sister Kathleen Duggan (Bill), his big brother Gordon and sister in law Ann, his nephew Donny O’Neill and stepbrother Norm Pearce (Liz). John leaves behind many who mourn his absence, especially his siblings. His brother Patrick (Patricia), his sisters: LaVerne O’Neill (Paul), Linda Rowe (Ted), Madleen Katkauskas (Ed), Beverly (Bob McAuley) and his brother Michael (Annette).

“Uncle John” is remembered fondly by his nephews and nieces. Wayne and Karen Flanagan, Chris and Bryan Flanagan, Ryan and Jeff O’Neill, Ted, Shaun, Drew and Lindsay Rowe, David Duggan, Connor and Kathleen McAuley and Peter and Matthew Flanagan.

He was a great uncle to Donny and Maya Flanagan, Paul, Jack, Irelynn, Charlie and Ellie O’Neill, James, Ben, Sullivan, Finn and Kit Rowe, Lila and Oak McAuley. He was a lifelong friend to John Marsden and many more who appreciated his humour and friendship including many cousins he kept close to in his life. John was a dog lover and will be missed also by Izzy the four legged escape artist.

John was the consummate story teller, who could find humour in every situation no matter how dire the situation might be. He was fun to be around and eager to assist a friend or stranger alike. John we miss you already but are so grateful you are no longer suffering.

Friends and family are invited to visit Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham, 905-936-3477 on Friday October 16, 2026 from 5 pm to 8 pm. Cremation has taken place. The Funeral Mass will take place at Sacred Heart Church, 14485 Jane Street, King City, on Saturday October 17, 2026 at 10 am. Reception to follow in adjoining Hall from 11am to 1 pm.

If desired, donations in John’s memory may be made to Sacred Heart Church, King City. Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved son, Michael Anthony Leakey, on September 28, 2026.
Michael was born on July 5, 1973, in South Tetagouche. He was the eldest son of Lorraine Imhoff and the late Harold Leakey. He was a beloved brother to Mark and Alan (Andrea Lavigne), a loving father to Addison, and a beloved uncle to his nieces, Hannah, Bella, and Elizabeth.
Growing up, Michael had a unique spirit and a heart full of kindness, curiosity, and love for his family. He was hardworking, naturally gifted mechanically, and always willing to help. After graduating from Bathurst High School in 1991, he put his mechanical talents to use, earning a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from Centennial College in Ontario.
He went on to build a successful career in Ontario in the manufacturing of heavy-duty industrial and production equipment. Michael also embraced his entrepreneurial spirit, studying and practicing day trading.
When we think of Michael, so many cherished memories come to mind. We remember him coming home every Christmas and making sure there were gifts under the tree for everyone, even when times were tough. We remember his warm hugs and gentle smile, and the excitement of seeing him pull into the driveway when he came home from Ontario for a vacation.
Our family is devastated. Michael was my rock and shelter, and I am heartbroken. Though his time with us was far too short, our world was brighter with him in it, and his memory will be etched in our hearts forever.
We are truly grateful for all of the private and beautiful messages, condolences, expressions of kindness, and food sent to our family during this difficult time. Your gentleness and kindness will never be forgotten.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Rod Abrams Funeral Home. Cremation has taken place. A private ceremony will be held at a later date.
Donations in memory of Michael to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

To My Son
You were not just my son—
You were my whole world,
and the reason my heart beats with purpose.
You were one of God’s greatest gifts
and blessings in my life,
and I will always be proud
to call you my son.
Rest in Peace.

Gary Hudson passed away peacefully at Royal Victoria Regional Health Center in Barrie at the age of 75. He is reunited with the love of his life Judy. He was a loving father to Steven (Tracey) and Karrie Ann (Jason). Proud Poppa to Hannah and Darcy. He will be remembered by Joshua, Julian, and Jayden. He will also be dearly missed by his sisters Kathy (Rick) and Barb (John), and his dear friend Sandy as well as his extended family and many friends.

Gary had a successful career at Grief Containers. He and Judy also enjoyed years operating Aunt Judy’s Boarding Kennel for dogs. Over his lifetime Gary had many hobbies and interests but his passion was his dogs. He earned countless obedience titles and made lifetime friends through them. He will be greeted by Casey, Flyer, Heist, Score and missed by Blitz and Guinness. Gary will be remembered for the love he shared with his family and the many memories he created throughout his life. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

For those who wish to donate in Gary’s memory to the Canadian Cancer Society or Muskoka District Kennel Club MDKCdeposit@gmail.com (Memories of Gary Hudson) would be appreciated. Cremation has taken place. Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.