It is with tremendous sadness that we share the peaceful passing of Rita Perri (Caputo) whose first breath of life began on January 18, 1939, in Cosenza, Italy.
On August 2, 2025, in her 86th year, Rita’s loving Mother Maria and Father Armando welcomed her into their awaiting arms and into God’s Heavenly Kingdom.
Rita...
RANDALL, Shirley Ann
June 22, 1938 – July 31, 2025
It is with great sadness that the family of Shirley Ann Randall announces her passing on July 31, 2025, at Niagara Health Marotta Family Hospital at the age of 87.
Shirley will be deeply missed by her beloved husband...
BROOKES, Karen Leslie - We are heartbroken to announce the sudden passing of Karen Leslie Brookes at Niagara Health Marotta Family Hospital on Sunday, July 27, 2025 shortly after celebrating her 57th birthday. Owner, Operator, heart and soul of Cosmo’s Diner, serving the Thorold community for 30 years. Devoted Mom to Niki, Nolan and Noura. Cherished daughter of Trent...
FOLEY, DOUGLAS LESTER – (Retired from General Motors after many years of service in Quality Control) Reunited with the love of his life, Loretta (née Lynch) on Thursday, July 17, 2025 at Niagara Health Marotta Family Hospital just days before his 86th birthday. Loving Dad to Kristin (Randy Ferguson) and Greg (Tina Furness). Proud Papa to Brandon, Steven, Elizabeth...
JACKSON, JESSICA “Jekker” - At home, on Friday, June 27, 2025 shortly after celebrating her 50th birthday. Caring and proud mother to Duncan Heessels. Beloved daughter to Jorie Sharpe and Denny Jackson. Sister to Jerry Jackson. Jessica will be fondly remembered by her uncle, aunts and cousins in the States. Jessica was smart as a whip, with an incredible...
STEVENS, WILLIAM JOHN – (Retired from Ontario Paper after many years of service) Peacefully, at Niagara Health Marotta Hospital on Thursday, June 26, 2025, John passed away in his 90th year. Loving husband to the late Olga. Dearest father to Mark Stevens (Shari), David Stevens and the late Michael Reid (surviving spouse Lucie). Dear, loving grandfather to Cory (Taylor),...
SCHROCK, Clarice “Terry” Margaret - Passed peacefully on June 23, 2025 at Royal Rose Place in Welland having lived a full life of 93 years.
Terry was born and raised in Toronto and moved to Thorold as a young bride.
She will be missed by her children Bunny (Michael) Holierhoek, Bob White, Paul White, Brenda...
SERRAVALLE, GIUSEPPE "JOE" - It is with great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Joe, on Thursday, June 12, 2025 at Niagara Health Marotta Family Hospital, having just celebrated his 101st birthday, lovingly surrounded by his family. He will now be reunited with his cherished wife Chiarina (née Venneri). Devoted father to Irene (Morris) Yurkewich and Fran (Fred)...
DORWARD, LORNA R. August 22, 1932 - June 9, 2025
It is with great sadness our family announces the death of Lorna Ruth Dorward (née Green) on June 9, 2025 at the age of 92. Lorna is lovingly remembered by her children Steve (Deanna), Mike (Kimberly) and Ann (Steve); her grandchildren: Melissa, Shane, Keyanna, Kenzie,...
WEIR, TWYLA (née Cort) – it is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden, unexpected passing of Twyla, after complications with a very brief but courageous battle with cancer. She passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at Niagara Health Marotta Family Hospital at the age of 59. Loving and devoted wife of John for 33 years. Cherished...