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Journeys articles share about lives lived in our community are made possible as part of our Community Leaders Program.


Fergus artist Jean Loney appreciated the beauty of life

Fergus artist Jean Loney appreciated the beauty of life

'We all have pieces from her that will live on,' said friend and former co-worker Leanne Johns
Health of Fergus community was top of mind for Richard Taylor

Health of Fergus community was top of mind for Richard Taylor

He was an avid supporter of Groves Memorial Community Hospital and on the Groves Hospital Volunteer Association board
Linda Hart loved her family above all else in life

Linda Hart loved her family above all else in life

'It was all about the grandkids," said Laurie Rogers, Linda's daughter
Elora will remember Barbara 'Bonnie' Smiley for her friendship and volunteer work

Elora will remember Barbara 'Bonnie' Smiley for her friendship and volunteer work

'Everybody loved her,' said Jayne Smiley, one of Bonnie's daughters
Bob Shaw remembered for his strong arm and sweet voice

Bob Shaw remembered for his strong arm and sweet voice

'He was a person with a smile all the time, a hand out helping, and just enjoyed every day he possibly could'
Remembering Centre Wellington's grocery store king Merlen Kropf

Remembering Centre Wellington's grocery store king Merlen Kropf

'There aren't many people who had a business mind like he had,' says Dale Kropf, Merlen's son
Joan Cuming's energy and love of life will be missed by the Fergus community

Joan Cuming's energy and love of life will be missed by the Fergus community

'I read those cards and see those things from other people and she definitely was one amazing person'
Remembering Ted and Jean Haines’ love for each other and giving back

Remembering Ted and Jean Haines’ love for each other and giving back

The Haines’ were dedicated members of the Victoria Park Seniors Centre in Fergus.
Remembering Laura Bieman: a proud lifelong resident of Elora

Remembering Laura Bieman: a proud lifelong resident of Elora

'She was just solid. Being in Elora, and living within such a small radius, that was her foundation'
Fergus sculptor Tyzo Toccalino leaves behind a 'visionary' legacy

Fergus sculptor Tyzo Toccalino leaves behind a 'visionary' legacy

Elected into the Sculptors Society of Canada in 2008