Earl Grisdale

Date of Passing: October 23, 2024

Earl Grisdale passed away on October 23, 2024, at the age of 80. He was the loving husband of Ruth (Ulch) and a cherished father to Carrie Lynn, Earl, Kevin, Melissa, and Randy. Earl is fondly remembered by his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

Earl was a dear brother to the late Clara Alberta, Sundae McQuillan, the late John Grisdale, the late Gerry Grisdale, and Norma McQuillan. His memory will be held close by all who knew him.

Cremation services have been entrusted to Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (128 Talbot St. North, Essex). In lieu of flowers, donations in Earl's memory may be made to Ronald McDonald House at WRH Met Campus.

Doug Heil

Date of Passing: October 20, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Doug Heil in London on October 20, 2024, at the age of 71, with his family by his side. Doug was the dear son of the late Earl and Addie Heil, and a cherished brother to Larry (Gerry) Heil, Sharon (Vaughn) Hartley, Bruce, Donna (late Don) Ramsay, Nancy Bechard, Tim (Christine), and the late Mike (Chrissie). He will be greatly missed by his dear friend, Dawn Smith, along with many loving nieces and nephews.

Doug retired from the University of Windsor after over 30 years of service as a Stationary Engineer. He was a dedicated member of the Es Retirees and the Es Kent Bluegrass Society, and he also generously volunteered at the Canadian Transportation Museum.

Visitation for Doug will be held at Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (128 Talbot St. North, Essex) on Thursday from 2:00–4:00 PM and 6:00–8:00 PM. Family and friends are invited to gather on Friday at Holy Name of Jesus Parish (146 Talbot St. S, Essex) at 11:00 AM, with the funeral mass to begin at 11:30 AM. Cremation will follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Doug’s memory may be made to Erie Shores Hospice (via Erie Shores Health Foundation) or Windsor Hospice. These gestures of kindness are greatly appreciated by the family.