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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. 

SANDALS, William Charles David

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of David Sandals on March 27, 2026 at Hospice Wellington in Guelph. Despite his seven year battle with severe kidney disease David managed to reach 79 years of age.

David was predeceased by his parents Bill and Estle Sandals and his sister Mary Caesar. David was the beloved husband of Liz (nee MacNaughton) and the devoted father of Richard (Christine Passmore) and Allison Dawes (Ian). He was the proud Papa of Malcolm Sandals and William and Nathan Dawes. He will be deeply missed by sister-in-law Janis MacNaughton (Dave Parratt).

David grew up in Brampton where he spent his summers working on a cousin’s dairy farm. He attended the University of Guelph (where he met Liz) and graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) in 1972. After spending two years in rural Alberta practising Large Animal Medicine, David and Liz returned to Guelph in 1974 where David joined the faculty of the Clinical Studies Department at OVC to teach ambulatory large animal medicine with a particular interest in dairy cattle.

In addition to his teaching duties David served on the council of the College of Veterinarians of Ontario (CVO) from 1986 to 1995. He served as CVO President in 1988/89 at a time when CVO was transitioning from an advocacy organization for veterinarians into the legally recognized professional and regulatory college for the veterinary profession in Ontario. His work with CVO led to David joining the team responsible for accrediting schools of veterinary medicine throughout North America.

David adored spending time at the MacNaughton family cottage on Lake Muskoka.  There he enjoyed any and all DIY projects, including building Liz and David’s neighbouring cottage in 1987 and helping Allison and Ian complete their adjacent lakeside home in 2020. Cottage days were filled with enjoying the antics of his grandsons William, Nathan and Malcolm, reading countless novels, repairing anything that needed attention, servicing boats, and rounding out his days barbequing at sunset. The cottage was truly David’s happy place and the hub of family life.

David relished the opportunity to hear his son Richard play trumpet and attended countless performances from grade school to Principal Trumpet for the National Ballet of Canada.

David treasured his wife Liz beyond measure and was immensely proud of her accomplishments at the Wellington County/Upper Grand District School Board (1988-2003) and as a Cabinet Minister and Guelph’s MPP from 2003 to 2018. David was an integral part of Liz’s campaign team, by her side through all of her 8 successful elections. David was the lead on all Team Sandals signage throughout the decades, often seen at intersections repairing signage with level in hand for a perfect installation. David and Liz’s partnership was profound.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Guelph Youth Music Centre (75 Cardigan St) on Monday April 6th commencing at 2:00 pm with remarks at 3:00 pm and concluding at 5:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions to the Guelph Renal Clinic, The Foundation of Guelph General Hospital or Hospice Wellington would be appreciated.

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

A tree will be planted in memory of W. C. David Sandals 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. 

In Loving Memory of Heather McCreadie

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Heather McCreadie, who was born on July 13, 1969, and passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026.

Heather will be remembered for her kind spirit, quiet strength, and the love she carried for those in her life. She held a deep and enduring love for her son, who remains an important and cherished part of her life story.

Heather had a special place in her heart for animals, and her beloved cats, Angel and AJ (Angel Junior), were constant sources of comfort and companionship throughout her life.

A Private Family Celebration of Life is being planned, and details will be shared with loved ones in the coming days.

Heather will be deeply missed and forever remembered by her family and friends who knew and loved her.

In lieu of flowers, those who wish to honor Heather’s memory may consider making a donation to a local animal shelter.

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

A tree will be planted in memory of Heather McCreadie in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest.

Sheila Presant, April 28th 1937 – March 28th 2026

In her 89th year, Sheila Mary Presant (nee Constantineau), surrounded by family, was called Home on March 28th, 2026, after succumbing to a brief illness.

She will be dearly missed by her husband Edward Wesley Presant, her daughters Wendy Marsha Presant and Cindy Ruth Presant, (Mark Sandford) her beloved grand-daughter Caitlin Lilla Jahn, her sister Marsha Brock (Leith Brock), her nieces and nephews. Sheila was a friend to all

Celebration of life will be held on Saturday, April 4th, 2026, at WALL-CUSTANCE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 206 Norfolk St., Guelph at 10:00 am. Funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel at 11:00 am. 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.

Donations to your local Food Bank, or the Salvation Army gratefully accepted in lieu of flowers.

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

Pedrito L. Butihen

Passed away peacefully into the arms of the Lord, with his daughter Florence by his side, on Friday, March 27, 2026.

He is now reunited with his beloved wife, Herminia (2023), and his first-born and only son, Ron (2004), both of whom he deeply missed. He leaves behind his daughter, Nenet/Florence, and the Charlie B.

Pedrito was known by many names – Pete, Noy, Toto, Pedot, Pedring, Pare, Tito, Lolo, Ninong, Uncle, but most lovingly as Papa, or the “Popsicle Man.”

Predeceased at a young age by his father Narcisso Butihen and raised by his mother the late Flora Butihen. He was the younger brother of the late Narcisso Jr. and Rudy Butihen (Eva, with son Rudy Mark).

He will be fondly remembered by many friends, cousins, nephews, nieces, and Godchildren across Canada, the United States, Australia, and the Philippines, with special love of the Losaria and Lizada families, whom he adored.

Pedrito was raised in Bacolod City, Philippines, where he attended Don Bosco Technical School and later studied Mechanical Engineering. He worked for many years at San Miguel Beer Corporation in Manila before immigrating to Canada. 

He first settled in Windsor, Ontario, and later retired from General Motors after 30 years of dedicated service as a Machine Repairman.

His strong Catholic faith was an integral part of his life, and he had a deep belief in the Lord. He was also a member of the former Katilingban Sang Ilongo in Windsor, Ontario.

He had a passion for Western and horror films – especially vampire films – as well as martial arts, in which he held a Brown Belt.

A quiet man by nature and known for his kindness, Pete became a lively storyteller after a few beers or a shot or two of whiskey, always ready with giggles and unforgettable tales of his youth, including street fights and other adventures growing up. He cherished karaoke – especially “Please Release Me” by Engelbert Humperdinck, “My Way” by Frank Sinatra, and “Sweet Caroline” by Neil Diamond.

He was a devoted father who showed his love in his own unique way as he raised his children – through playful sparring, surprise McDonald’s lunches tucked into lockers, school pick-ups, playground outings, water parks, camping trips, and memorable family travels, including their first trip back to the Philippines.

Florence extends a heartfelt thanks for the care and compassion shown to Pedrito at Hillcrest Reactivation Centre (Nolan, Fatima, Shirley, Mary, Thandie) and later at Rekai Centre-Wellesley, where he was fondly known as “Tatay.” Special appreciation is given to Tenzin, Elena, and the many staff members who supported both him and Florence in his final days.

In Pete’s own words, which he leaves with all of us: “Take it easy.”

A visitation will be held on Monday, April 6, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Wall-Custance Funeral Home & Chapel, 206 Norfolk St., Guelph. A service will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 10:30 am at the Basilica of Our Lady Immaculate, 28 Norfolk St, Guelph. A reception will follow the service, location to be announced.

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

Donations in memory of Pedrito, in honour of his fight with Lewy Body, may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Canada. 

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

Susanne Catherine Wilson died Friday March 27, 2026 at Hospice Wellington surrounded by her loving family at the end of a long journey with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis. 

Born March 14, 1948 in Hamilton to Grant Abriel and Helen Cameron. She was predeceased by: her mother in 2009, her father in 2020, her brother Grant in 2009, her first husband Robert Auger in 2000. She leaves to mourn her brother Robert Abriel and partner Linda Scozzaro of Hamilton. And a blended family of husband Thomas Edward Wilson, children Catherine Cameron and partner Sil Hernando in Toronto, Robert Auger and wife Kate Hewitt in Newport Australia, Thomas Robert Wilson and wife Lesley Robertson in Toronto, Sandra Bowers and husband Robert in Uxbridge, Christine Wilson and wife Jonah Wainberg in Guelph. Grandchildren: Skya (Mo), Willow, (Hoàng), Aidan (Liz), Griffen (Micha), Alexander, Annika (Declan), Dagan, Broden, Samuel, Max and Oliver.

Susanne will be remembered for: her caring love of family; as a creative primary grade teacher; her participation in a number of choirs over the years. She supported the advancement of equity and the recognition of women for their contributions to society. Her other interests ranged from politics, to workplace safety, to spiritual explorations, to family gatherings and nature.

The family is most appreciative of the care Susanne received during her time at Hospice Wellington.

The family would appreciate memorial donations to Hospice Wellington or to Threads of Life – The association for Workplace Tragedy Family Support.

A Celebration of Susanne’s Life will be held at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, April 7th, 2026 at the WALL-CUSTANCE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 206 Norfolk St., Guelph, with a reception following to include those unable to participate in the celebration but would like to greet the family.

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

A tree will be planted in memory of Susanne C. Wilson in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest.