OBITUARIES

KURT REICHSTEIN, DECEMBER 29, 2024

Born in 1937, Slagelse, Denmark. With broken hearts we will deeply miss a strong, kindhearted, caring man. Kurt’s Life, last days, hours, and minutes had his family by his side. On Sunday December 29, 2024 in his 88th year we said goodbye Grateful for all the wonderful memories Kurt has left for his family, friends and all the hearts he touched Kurt was the best friend and loving husband to his wife Rika of 62 years Amazing father to Debbie Vandewiel (Ted) and Denise Reichstein (Dennis) and the late Danny (2008); Proud Poppa to Tiffany Young (Jamie), Kylie Swanson (Chris) and Ryan Vandewiel (Ashley); Loving Old Poppa to Logan, Kaitlyn, Alexis, Easton, Micheal and Colton. Dear brother to Bente Vibholm of Denmark.

“I see trees of green Red Roses too

I see them Bloom For me and you And I think to myself WHAT A WONDERFUL WORLD”

Special thanks to Telfer Place, especially the staff in long term care for their kindness and care. Thank-you for all who took the time to touch Kurt’s Heart.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Paris Curling Club (14 Oak Ave Paris) on Saturday January 4, 2025, from 2-5 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations to Sick Kids Hospital or SPCA would be appreciated Online Condolences and donations may be arranged through www wmkippfuneralhome com or by contacting WM. Kipp 519 442 3061

MARY ELLEN EDGAR (NEE GREENWOOD) DECEMBER 25, 2024

After a brief illness, Mary Ellen Edgar, of Paris, passed away peacefully at the Stedman Community Hospice in Brantford, on December 25th, 2024 She was 89 years of age. Cherished wife of Harold Edgar for 67 years. Loving mother of Lisa (Bruce) Carrow, Glenwood, NY, John (Marsha) Edgar, and Ken (Jennifer) Edgar of Paris Devoted grandmother to Dylan (Alexandra) Carrow, Hayley (Bill Brown) Carrow, and Skylr (Kaleigh) Carrow all of New York State; Cathryn (Keegan Amy), Meghan (Charlie Turnbull), Tobias (fiancée Madeline Reis), and Amelia Edgar of Paris and great grandmother to Cora Brown and Rowyn Carrow. She will be sadly missed by her special nephew Ben Depew and the late Nancy, and many nieces and nephews, as well as Jan Johansson from Sundsvall, Sweden, who was like another son to her. Mary Ellen was predeceased by her parents Ben and Ella Greenwood, stepfather Rev. C. H. Scoffield, and siblings Gwen, Doris, Evelyn, Bob, Ion and step-siblings Herb, Eric, Vera, Muriel, and Clara. Forever remembered by her extended family and a large circle of business associates and friends

Mary Ellen worked for Don Graham the Brant County Ag Rep, Pride of Paris, Cockshutt Farm Equipment, Mary Maxim, and at George Lawrence’s Law Firm. She fully engaged her entrepreneurial spirit when she started her own business, Eucalan Delicate Wash, in 1989. She was a steadfast help to Harold in the family farm operations

Mary Ellen lived a full and busy life and was very involved in many organizations, where she also held executive positions, including the Whiteman’s Creek WI, Bethel UCW, CGIT, Paris Agricultural Society Homecraft Division, and the Paris Horticultural Society. She was a long-time member and supporter of the Junior Farmers Association of Ontario and for many years was a leader in 4-H. She enjoyed a long tenure with, and was Past President of, the Women’s Probus Club of Brant Mary Ellen had a great affinity for music and sang with the Brant Belle-a-Dears for many years. She was also a prolific reader and an excellent writer. Along with her keen love of travel with Harold, Mary Ellen loved hosting visitors from all over the world

Friends will be welcomed at the Dwayne D. Budgell Funeral Home,1105 Rest Acres Road, Paris, on Friday January 24, 2025, from 7 – 9 p m A Memorial Service will be held at the Bethel Stone United Church Community Hall, 154 Bethel Road, Paris, on Saturday January 25, 2025, at 1 p m Rev Adrianne Robertson will officiate. In accordance with Mary Ellen’s expressed wishes, cremation has already taken place

The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and volunteers at Brantford General Hospital and Stedman Community Hospice for their care and genuine compassion. In lieu of flowers, donations to Bethel Stone United Church Memorial Fund or the Stedman Community Hospice would be appreciated by the family

DONNA MARIE DISHER (NEE MC. HUTCHION), DECEMBER 23, 2024

It is with profound sadness that the family of Donna Marie Disher, announce her passing on Monday December 23, 2024, in the comfort of her home, after a long courageous battle with cancer. Donna was married to her best friend Keith Disher for almost 57 years She is predeceased by her parents Donald and Joan McHutchion Loving mother of Shawn (Tracey), Kevin (Sara) and Neil (Andrea). Cherished grandmother of her 9 grandchildren: Justin (Jacklyn), Tyssen, Hannah (Ethan), Ashlynn (Andrew), Kayden, Dylan and Hudson, Dustin (Ally) and Nic Beloved sister of Debbie (Rowland), Marion (Frank) and Michelle (Mike). Predeceased by her sisters, Linda (John) and Lisa (Doug) Donna will be missed by her extended family and many dear friends

Donna’s favourite activity was tending to her garden and being surrounded by her family in the backyard by the pool at her home in Paris, Ontario Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Dwayne D. Budgell Funeral Home A private Graveside Service will be held for close family. A Celebration of Life will be held at The Rivers Edge at the Arlington, 97 Grand River Street North, Paris, ON for guests to pay their respects on January 5, 2025, from 1 p m to 4 p m In accordance with Donna’s expressed wishes, cremation has already taken place In lieu of flowers, Donna has asked that donations be made to the Stedman Community Hospice. A special thanks to Karen with VON and Kelly & Rob Guitar for helping with Donna’s care at home. We also know that Donna will be in good hands by her warrior friend Tara who is waiting for her Online condolences and donations may be made at www budgellfuneralhome ca

BETTY ANNE FRENCH (NEE HUTCHINSON), DECEMBER 20, 2024

Finished this part of her journey, surrounded by the love and support of her family, on Friday December 20, 2024, at the Brantford General Hospital. Betty was 81 years of age Predeceased by her beloved husband Wayne Douglas French. Cherished mother of Leroy and his spouse Sabrina Forever loved Gramma of Kevin & Justin. Loved sister of Mary and Marie. Adored ‘Pet Mom’ Petunia and Spook Betty will be dearly missed by her extended family and amazing friends.

Betty enjoyed knitting, baking, and playing Bingo She was a big collector of spoons, wind chimes and dolphins. Betty loved to watch baseball, hockey, wrestling and game shows Friends were welcomed at the DWAYNE D BUDGELL Funeral Home, 1105 Rest Acres Road, on Thursday December 26, 2024. A private family Graveside Service took place on Friday, December 27, 2024, in the Burford Pioneer Cemetery In Betty’s memory, donations to the Brant County SPCA would be appreciated by the family

NELLY SCHELLENBERG (NEE DYCK), DECEMBER 16, 2024

Peacefully, at Park Lane Terrace in Paris, Ontario, Nelly Schellenberg passed from this life on Monday December 16, 2024. She was 87 years of age. Predeceased by her beloved husband Ed Schellenberg (2015). Loving mother of Judy Maidment and her husband Darryl, Paris. Predeceased by son Jeff Schellenberg (2007). Cherished grandmother of Meghan Walker, Nick (Shannen) and William (Courtney Lynn) Predeceased by her brother Oswald. Sister-in-law of Art (Eleanor) and Linda Weiss (Arno) and the late John and Helen Nelly will be dearly missed by her extended family, dear friends and former colleagues. Nelly worked in the Cash Office of the Hudson Bay Company for many years. She treasured the time she spent with family, especially her grandkids She counted baking and sewing as some of her favourite pastimes and always looked forward to the next ride in her son-inlaw’s classic pick up truck Old Blue.

A special thank you to the staff on the Twin River Floor at Park Lane for excellent care given and genuine compassion shown.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to the DWAYNE D. BUDGELL Funeral Home. A time and place for a Celebration of Life will be uploaded to the website once the details have been confirmed. In accordance with Nelly's expressed wishes, cremation has already taken place. In Nelly’s memory, and in lieu of flowers, donations to Parkinson Canada would be appreciated by the family