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Claire Margaret Murphy

It is with great sadness that the family of Claire Margaret Murphy announce her peaceful passing with her loving husband Lawrence Murphy by her side on Sunday, January 25th, 2026 at the Guelph General Hospital in her 87th year. Claire, also affectionately known as Peewee, was the navigator of many trips traveled throughout Canada and the United States making many friends along the way. She was a fierce competitor at the Murphy Olympics and loved bowling and bingo.

Claire will remain in the hearts of her family, Larry Murphy (Sarah), Shelley Price (Jack) grandchildren Dana Farr (Ryan), Cameron Price, Mitchell Murphy (Jenna), Steven Price (Sara), Hunter and Jake Neamtu and great granddaughters, Ensley and Shayla Murphy. 

We would like to thank the doctors and nurses at the Guelph General Hospital 6W for their compassionate care given to Claire in the final days of her life.

A memorial mass will be held at Holy Rosary Church  (175 Emma St., Guelph) on Friday, April, 24, 2026 at 11 am with a reception to follow in the parish hall. A private family interment will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery.  Arrangements entrusted to the WALL-CUSTANCE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 519-822-0051 / www.wallcustance.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the St. Joseph’s Health Centre Foundation, Guelph, Community Support Services (Alzheimer’s Day Program) would be greatly appreciated by the family.

A tree will be planted in memory of Claire M. Murphy in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest. 

Marcel Joseph Lanneval (1934-2026) attended the first Heavenly birthday of his wife Barbara Marie Lanneval (1938-2025) on Wednesday February 18, 2026. Marcel was also reunited with his first wife Lois Faye Lanneval (1937-1992) after 34 years apart. Also in attendance of the festivities was his daughter Marianne Elizabeth (1963-1999) after 27 years.

Marcel leaves behind his much loved daughter Cheryl Marie (Dean), Guy (son in law) and four loved step sons Derek, Craig (Sheila), Phillip (Lisa), and Joel (Leigh Anne). Marcel adored his grandchildren Brandon (Samantha), Zachary (Marissa), Kylie (Gabriel), Lydia (Aaron), Jeremy (Reilly), Amy (Brad), Michael and Keifer (Alexis).

Marcel’s greatest joys guaranteed to make him smile were his great-grandchildren Alice, Ellie, Aum, Maverick, Vivienne and Alice Rose.

Marcel is lovingly remembered by his extended family and friends he considers family all over the world.

Thank you to Catherine, Christine, Kathleen and Etta for your love and support over the last year. Thank you also to Paulette and Willma for your unending love and support.

Hospice Wellington, thank you for making Marcel’s final hours as peace-filled and comfortable, surrounded by love.

Please join our family in celebrating a full and vibrant life on Saturday April 11, 2026, at Wall-Custance Funeral Home, 206 Norfolk Street, Guelph, visitation will be held from 1:00 – 2:00 pm, the service will begin at 2:00pm. Reception to follow in the Wall-Custance Family Reception Centre.  

Arrangements entrusted to the WALL-CUSTANCE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 519-822-0051 / www.wallcustance.com.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Hospice Wellington and their incredible work.

A tree will be planted in memory of Marcel J. Lanneval in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest. 

A tree will be planted in memory of Dorothy E. Waller in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest. 

CAMPBELL, Carol – It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of my mom, Carol Campbell. 

After a very brief but courageous battle with kidney disease and multiple myeloma we are grateful she is now at peace. We are at ease knowing she will be with her love John Blacklock who passed away in 2022. 

Carol leaves behind her daughter Michelle (Chris) and her two granddaughters Mia and Evelyn who will miss her dearly, she was always known as “Nana kitties”. 

Carol was the youngest of 11 kids, and leaves behind her only living sibling Linda who resides in St Johns, NFLD. Carol is predeceased by her parents John and Providence.

In her spare time, Carol had a new found love of building Lego, decorating diamond dots, and being around her feline companion, Daisy. Carol loved the seniors building she was apart of and enjoyed the many conversations with the other residents. 

Cremation has taken place and there will be no service.

The family wishes to thank the nurses and doctors of 6 west at Guelph General, along with the chemotherapy team at Grand River. 

Arrangements entrusted to the WALL-CUSTANCE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 519-822-0051 / www.wallcustance.com.

Donations can be made to the Guelph General Hospital Foundation. 

A tree will be planted in memory of Carol A. Campbell in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest. 

Janie Elizabeth Keizerwaard (nee Williamson)

Janie passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026 at Hospice Wellington in Guelph, after living courageously with cancer for fifteen months. She is lovingly remembered by her husband, Andy, who supported her with care and devotion throughout her illness. She was predeceased by her son, Jeffery and parents Ruth (Susie) and Charles (Chuck) and brother and sister-in law Rick and Mary Lyn. Devoted sister to her brothers Larry (Marcia) and Stewart (Diane). Fondly remembered by daughter-in law Ann Dewar and her son Brian Jacob and cherished aunt to many nieces and nephews.

After her retirement in marketing communications, she became a valued volunteer for a number of charitable organizations notably the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Guelph. Her warmth, generosity and hard work will be greatly missed by the staff and volunteers there. Her creative gifts were reflected in her home décor, watercolour art and eclectic garden art. She spent many happy hours working in her garden and enjoying the beautiful abundance of her labour.

Thank you to the doctors and nurses at the Hospice Wellington for the special care and compassion through her final journey. Special thank you to Dr. Courtney Bell.

As Janie wished, cremation has taken place. Her celebration of life will take place at a later date to be announced. Arrangements entrusted to the WALL-CUSTANCE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 519-822-0051 / www.wallcustance.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice Wellington.

A tree will be planted in memory of Janie E. Keizerwaard in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest. 

Embro, Trieste Leonard in his 89th year (1937–2026) “Tree-Candy Man” – It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father on March 24, 2026, after a short battle with cancer at St. Joseph’s Health Care Centre. 

Beloved father of the late April Belcastro (2023), Kim Embro, Kathy Carpino (Joe), Angela Embro, Tammy Beliski (John), and his extended family. Predeceased by his parents, Carl and Alice Embro, and his siblings Morris, Vinnie (Judy), Raymond, and Anita (Doug). Survived by his siblings Tommy (Cindy), Rose Marie (late Eusebio), Carl (Jeanette), Brenda, Randy (Sherry), and Heather (Alfie). He will be deeply missed by his many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, friends, and his beloved fur baby, Ginger. 

Many will remember Dad as the man who sold Christmas trees at the corner of Stevenson Street and Cassino Avenue for over 60 years, and as the “Candyman,” handing out homemade candy apples every Halloween.

He loved Elvis, and in his younger years was said to resemble him; he certainly had the moves and enjoyed singing his songs at karaoke nights. He also played in the NHPA Horseshoes League and was a devoted Blue Jays fan. 

We would like to extend a special thank you to the palliative care team, physicians, nursing staff, PSWs, and service staff at St. Joseph’s Health Care Centre for their compassionate care. 

Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to the WALL-CUSTANCE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 519-822-0051 / www.wallcustance.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Joseph’s Health Care Centre, or the Guelph Legion.

A tree will be planted in memory of Trieste L. Embro in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest. 

Mary Louise Hughes (née Smith) passed away peacefully on Friday, March 20, 2026. Born in Waterloo, Québec, on April 14, 1931, Mary was the daughter of Maurice Smith and Lois Smith (née Weir). She was predeceased by her sister, Judy Goodin (née Smith), in 2011.

Mary graduated from the nursing program at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Montréal in 1954 before moving to Toronto with her dear friend Joan Kutis to work at SickKids Hospital. Their friendship remained strong until her final days. That same summer, Mary met Donald James Hughes, the love of her life, on the tennis court. They married in 1957 in Toronto and, in 1960, moved to Campbellford, where Don began his dental practice. It was there that they grew their family and Don’s practice, welcoming their three children, Sam (Suzette), Jenny (Mike), and Daunt (Sabrina). The family later settled in Hamilton before eventually making their home in Dundas, where Mary especially cherished the small-town feel.

For over 50 years, Mary was an active and devoted member of Christ’s Church Cathedral, where she was especially known for her contributions to bake sales and the altar guild. Mary was a skilled bridge player, an avid golfer, and, above all, a dedicated and loving grandmother to her Dundas family, Catherine (Wes), Émilie (Andrew), and their mother, Michelle; her Hamilton family, Christian and Roberta; and her California family, Rosie (Dane), Hunter, and Katie.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at the Court at Rushdale, The Nottingham and to her family physician of over 40 years, Dr. Williams, for their compassionate care.

A visitation will be held at 10:30 a.m., followed by a funeral service at 11:30 a.m., both at Christ’s Church Cathedral, on Friday, March 27, 2026. Address: 252 James Street North, Hamilton, Ontario.

In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations to the Hamilton Burlington SPCA in honour of Mary’s lifelong love for animals.

She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew and loved her.

Arrangements entrusted to the WALL-CUSTANCE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 519-822-0051 / www.wallcustance.com.

A tree will be planted in memory of Mary L. Hughes in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest.