All Obituaries

It is with sadness that we announce the unexpected death of David "Rocky" Coulas in his 65th year. He is predeceased by his parents Silas and Mary Coulas. He is survived by his sisters Diane (Joseph "Ed" Weatherbed), Cathy MacKenzie, Joan Coulas and Bonnie Coulas; his nieces Jessica (Mike), Lisa (Scott), his nephew Jason MacKenzie and 2 great nephews and a great niece. He will be missed by his many cousins and friends. 

It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of our mom, Rose Coulas (nee Blank) on January 17, 2023 with family by her side. Rose was the loving wife of Alphonse Coulas who predeceased her in 2005, but never left her heart. Rose is survived by her seven children; Gladys Zummach (Harold), Darlene Coulas, Clarence Coulas (Kathy), Shirley Ann Lorbetskie (late Dan), Glenda Coulas, Karen Utronkie (Morris) and Michele Etmanskie (Arnold). She will be greatly missed by all her...

We are saddened by the passing of Garrance Wilmot Hamilton on January 14, 2023 at the age of 91. Beloved husband of the late Edna Hamilton (Brown) of 62 years. Loving father of Gloria (Chris). He will be missed by his grandchildren Janene (John) and Nicole (Matthew) and his great grandchildren Dryden, Fiona, Evan, Ivy and Sonny.  Garrance was born and raised at Victoria Lake in Madawaska Ontario where he spent many years working for the Weston family before he ventured into truck...

The family of Bronis Ronald “Ronnie” Shalla sorrowfully announces his death on January 5, 2023 at the age of 87. Beloved husband of Alice (Etmanskie) for 62 years. Deeply loved and respected by his children Donna (Paul Mahabir), Mary (Gary Gatschene), Michael (Su-Kim Roy), and Elaine (Dale Dumas). Proud Grandpa of Alia, Scott, Sarah, Mark and Adam (Kayla). Pre-deceased by his infant daughter Carolann, parents Angus and Rose (Kulas), and all his siblings and their spouses:...

On January 5, 2023, Barry Walter Watson of Bells Rapids Ontario passed away at the age of 72 after a short battle with cancer at St Francis memorial hospital. Barry was the only son of Ethel and Walter Watson. He will be lovingly remembered and missed by many family and friends. We would like to give special thanks to Crystal Hicks and Sammy Hicks for the kindness and care they have shown Barry over the past years it was very appreciated. A service will be held at a later date for...

Passed away peacefully at Valley Manor at the age of 80 years. Predeceased by his father John, mother Lucy (Norlock), brothers Andrew, Leonard, Zigmond, Robert, sister Leona (Shalla), brother in laws Bronis Chippior, Tom Beanish and Ambrose Shalla. Surviving siblings Rita (Beanish), Carmel (Chippior), Richard and Lawrence. We would like to thank the staff at Valley Manor for the loving care they gave Paul. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Valley Manor would be appreciated. Paul...

Brian Andrew Paplinskie passed away on December 2, 2022 at the age of 69. Son of Frank and Mary Paplinskie. Beloved husband of Colleen Paplinskie for 49 years. Loving Father of Shawn and Frederick. Brian is also survived by his brothers Larry (Raydean), Mark (Karen), Bernard (Cheryl) and John (Angela). He will be missed by his grandchildren, nieces and nephews and friends. There will be a visitation at a later date. A special thanks to Nurse Lisa. 

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Sandi after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. Sandra (Sandi) Yaraskavitch nee Coulas, beloved wife of Glenn for 30 years. Dear mother of Robyn (Cody Pietrangeli) and Booker. Loving grandmother to Farrah Pietrangeli. Predeceased by her parents Stanley and Elizabeth Coulas. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Sandi can be made to the Madawaska Valley Hospice Palliative Care Program through the St Francis Health Care...

With deep sorrow we announce the sudden passing of Charles Griffith of Madawaska, ON on Nov.27, at the age of 88. Son of Alfred and Margery Griffith. Beloved husband of Anne Turner for 51 years. Charles is survived by his brothers Lloyd (Theresa), & Gordon (Madeleine).Predeceased by brothers Harold (Jessie), Gary (June) and sister Evelyn. Loving father of Stephen, Karen, Nansi and Janey. He will be missed by all his grandchildren and friends. Graveside service at St. Paul/St, James...

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of David Joseph Afelskie on Friday, November 25 at M.V. Hospice with his loving wife by his side. His 3 1/2 years of suffering are now over. David will be deeply missed by his wife and friend for 15 years Florence, his children Andrew, Jeff (Melissa), Kayla (Kiran) and grandchildren Charleigh and Crosby. Also survived by siblings Chuck (Marion), Shaun (Beth), Tammy (Bob), Mary Lyn (Sylvester) and Cindy (Saul). Will also be missed by...