Obituaries

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our mom, Mrs. Vera Molenda, age 86. Vera passed away peacefully in her Westfort family home on Monday September 18, 2017.

It is with great sadness that the family of Ruth Cahill, age 82 years, announce her passing with family by her side, on Thursday, September 21, 2017 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Mrs. Iris Patricia Sambray, age 73 years, passed away peacefully with family at her side in the T.B.R.H.S.C. on Tuesday, September 19, 2017. Iris was born in Fort William on March 17, 1944, the daughter of Ernest and Florence Smith.

Mrs. Tuulikki Erickson, age 84, resident of Thunder Bay, passed away September 17, 2017. She is survived by his sons Ron, Gary and Ralph along with their wives, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and sister Tellervo and family in Finland.

Mr. Bernard “Bernie” Roland Tibbs, age 96 years, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2017 in his residence at Roseview Manor. Bernie spent his early years growing up in Emo, Ontario before moving to Thunder Bay, Ontario.

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved Mr. Richard Barry Hardy at the TBRHSC on September 16, 2017 after a courageous battle with cancer. His family was beside him.

Mr. Rudolf Franciszek age 89 years, a resident of Lakehead Manor and formerly of the Royalton Hotel passed away at his residence on Monday, September 18, 2017.

It is with profound sorrow the family of Estelle announce her passing. Estelle will be lovingly remembered for her vivacious style and grace, her tenacious strength, work ethic and wit.

Mrs. Gretel Baron, age 85 years, passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2017. She was a former member of the German Canadian Association and an active supporter of the Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra.

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, and son Vincenzo Crupi, at the age of 59. Vince passed away peacefully with his wife, children, family and friends by his side at the TBRHSC.