Memorial List

Carol Hutt, Student

Carol Ann Hutt

Monday, April 27th, 1959 - Sunday, November 8th, 2026

Obituary

Peacefully at the Cornwall Community Hospital on Sunday, November 8, 2026. Carol Hutt of Cornwall; age 67 years. Dear sister of Barbara Patenaude (Rolland), Gail MacKay (Gerry Rivet), Elaine Lalonde (late James), and Violet Hutt. Predeceased by her parents Bernard and Beatrice Hutt (nee Gilligan) and by her siblings John Hutt (late Ingrid), Harold Hutt (late Marlene), Norman Westley (late Thornton), Bernadette Lafleche (late Gerald), Linda Hutt and Catherine Lauber (Earl Derouchie). She will be sadly missed by her dear friend Gerry Pryde, by her loving cat Holly and by many good friends. Funeral arrangements under the care and direction of Munro & Morris Funeral Homes Ltd., 46 Oak Street, Lancaster, ON (613-525-2772). A celebration of Carol’s life will be held at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, Memorial Donations to CNIB or the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated by the family. Condolences may be made online at www.munromorris.com

Elena Liu Hung, Student

Elena Liu Hung

October 8, 2009 – August 24, 2026

Elena Liu Hung was born on October 8, 2009, in Fuzhou, China, and on July 19, 2011, became the deeply loved daughter of Patricia and James Hung.

Elena is survived by her parents, Patricia and James, and her siblings, Ian, Eric, Patrick and Grace. Her extended family includes grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Elena was surrounded by so much love and loved by so many that it would be impossible to name everyone whose lives were touched by hers.

Elena was brilliant, determined and fiercely independent. She was kind, wonderfully sarcastic, and possessed a dry sense of humour that could catch you completely off guard. She loved apples, crafts and goalball, although “loved” hardly seems a big enough word for what goalball meant to her.

Born with albinism and legally blind, Elena never allowed her limited vision to determine what she could do. Her family was extraordinarily proud of the independence she developed and the determination with which she approached the world. She found ways to navigate life on her own terms, often accomplishing things others might have assumed were beyond her reach.

Elena will be remembered not simply for what she accomplished, but for who she was: exceptionally bright, determined, funny, complicated, independent and deeply loved.

Visitation and Funeral

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. and 6:00–8:00 p.m. at Heritage Funeral Centre, 50 Overlea Boulevard, East York.

Elena's funeral will be held at the same location on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., with a reception to follow.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Elena's memory to Under the Same Sun.

Melissa Porter, Student

In Loving Memory

Melissa Christine Porter

July 20, 1993 – July 17, 2026

It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of our beautiful daughter Melissa, age 32, who left this world far too soon but left behind a legacy of joy, curiosity, and love that will never fade.

Melissa fought hard against the odds with a compromised immune system and liver disease.

Melissa will be sadly missed by her parents, Janice and Jim, her sister Brianne and her brother Scott, her brother-in-law Rob and Scott’s fiancée Julia. Melissa was Auntie to her beautiful nieces Charlotte and Olivia. Melissa will be sadly missed by her Grandma and Papa, Uncle Wally and Aunt Michelle, Aunt Linda and Uncle Ted, Aunt Lynda and Uncle John, Uncle Steven and Aunt Lori and her many cousins and friends.

Born with both hearing and vision impairments, Melissa faced life with extraordinary courage and spirit that inspired everyone who knew her.

She was wonderfully smart, curious about everything, and full of boundless energy. She loved looking at pictures of friends and family.

She enjoyed looking at pictures of all the activities and adventures she went on at W. Ross Macdonald School and all her activities and outings with her support workers at King Street. She loved to scroll on her iPad underneath a blanket. Her laughter, warmth, and deep love for her family brought light to every day and touched all who were blessed to share in her journey.

Though her world was different, Melissa’s life was anything but small.

She explored, learned, loved, and connected in ways that were truly extraordinary. Her presence reminded us that life’s greatest gifts are not measured in years but in moments of love, joy and connection.

Melissa’s family extends their heartfelt gratitude to her incredible DeafBlind Ontario Services support workers and intervenors, who devoted themselves to helping Melissa live her life to the fullest. Their compassion, patience, and dedication brought richness to her days and comfort to her loved ones and for that they will always be deeply grateful.

Melissa will be forever remembered by her family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her life was a testament to resilience, love, and the beauty of a sole who truly lived.

Melissa’s family would be grateful for donations made to DeafBlind Ontario Services who support the deaf blind community, in honour of Melissa’s remarkable spirit.

A Celebration of Melissa's life will be held on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at the West Shore Community Centre (1011 Bayly Street, Pickering) from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm, drop in, casual attire, children are welcome. Kind words or wishes may be expressed at 2:00 pm

We hope you and Piper are taking beautiful walks in a meadow. Until we meet again missmonkeydoodle, we’ll have an Iced Capp for you. Love you forever, Mom, Dad, Brianne and Scott.

Funeral Details

Celebration of Life

West Shore Community Centre

Event Times:

29-Jul-2026 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Jennifer Miller, Student

January 10, 1978-July 27, 2026

Note: The birth year is incorrect in the following obituary, but we present it here as originally published.

Jennifer Lynn Skrydstrup HARPER (nee Miller) Obituary

Passed away peacefully, as she wished in Grimsby, at West Lincoln Memorial Hospital on Monday, July 27, 2026. Born January 10, 1998, at Oshawa General Hospital. Left to mourn are her mother, Diane; and step-father, Roger Bain; and brother and sister-in-Law, David and Lindsy Miller. Predeceased in heaven by her father, Robert Miller; her husband, Robert Harper; grandparents, LeRoy and Grace Skrydstrup, John and Evelyn Miller, Douglas and Ada Bain and numerous aunts and uncles. Survived by aunts and uncles Sharon (late Calvin) Glasser; Brian (Monika) Skrydstrup, Walter (Marg) Miller, John (Betty) Miller, Ivy (Dave) Smart, Dennis Bain, Cheryl Bain, Lawrence (Trisha) Bain, Joanne (Ken) Hale, loving cousins Shawn, Carol Ann, Adam (Amanda), Sarah S, David (Jen), Sarah I, Christopher (Rachel), Michael (Katrina), Alexandria (Jesse), Laura (Ulas), Victor, Andrew and Allyson. Missed by numerous other cousins, as well as friends Joyce and Keith, Katie and Chris, Debbie, Sandy, Leanne and Louise, to just mention a few of the 120 contacts on her phone. Jennifer went to various schools in St. Catharines and Ross MacDonald School for the Blind in Brantford. Her most favorite thing was talking on the phone, then music - whether listening to the oldies, playing the keyboard, dancing or singing karaoke watching DVDs of her old favorites and the Toronto Maple Leafs. Of course, anything blue or purple with sparkle and bling! Our world will not be the same but we know she is a better place where she can see again and sing her big heart out with all the angels gone before her. Visitation at Stonehouse-Whitcomb Funeral Home, 11 Mountain Street (905-945-2755), Grimsby on Friday, July 31, 2026, from 3:00 to 5:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Visitation 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. prior to funeral on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Christ Our Saviour Lutheran Church, 448 Main Street West, Grimsby. Burial to follow at Grimsby Mountain Cemetery with reception at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Christ Our Saviour Lutheran Church or West Lincoln Memorial Hospital Foundation.

Fly with the angels Jen, until we meet again.

David Whitehead, Student

David Whitehead

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of David Allen Whitehead on June 17, 2026, at the age of 69, in Kingston, Ontario.

David is lovingly remembered by his wife, Helen; his children, Paul (Bobbi-Jo) and Christina (Jeremy); and his cherished grandchildren, Desiree, Adalynn, Hannah, and Paul. He also leaves behind his sisters, Dorothy, Wilma (Brian), and Sandra (Albert); his sisters-in-law, Eva and Pearl; along with many dear nieces, nephews, and close friends.

A man of diverse talents and passions, David loved music and spent his younger years playing the guitar and keyboard, often joining in on lively jam sessions with friends. Personally and professionally, David was incredibly independent, confidently navigating the busy streets of Toronto to bring his skills as a piano tuner directly into people's homes. Later, as his young family grew, he transitioned into a career in photo finishing, working hard to provide for those he loved most. Possessing a sharp mind and a generous spirit, he spent the last several years researching complex computer problems online so he could teach and train visually impaired individuals to navigate technology.

When he wasn't working or helping others, David was a passionate fan of the Toronto Blue Jays and Toronto Maple Leafs. He also had a wonderful appreciation for the simpler things in life—namely a good pizza, any kind of chips, a hearty bowl of soup, and especially his wife’s homemade banana bread.

David shared a deep bond of trust and companionship with his three beloved guide dogs, Jazz, Smokey, and Mac.

David will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. To honour his wishes, a private family viewing will take place.