Randy Horvath
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Randy Horvath. Peacefully and surrounded by his loving family at St. Joseph’s Hospice in Sarnia, Randy Horvath was welcomed home into heaven on October, 19, 2025.
Randall “Randy” Horvath, age 68, of Sarnia and formerly of Corunna, was the beloved husband of 41 years to Anne Marie. He was a devoted father to Angie Kendall (Luc) of Timmins, Courtney Mellow (Curtis) of Port Lambton, and Katie Horvath of Sarnia and the cherished Papa of Lucy, Ruby, Kali, Reed, and Luke.
Randy will be fondly remembered by his brothers-and-sisters-in-law Doug Johnston, Dan (Rita) Johnston of Winnipeg, Colleen (Byron) Abram of Brights Grove, and Connie (Lloyd) Churchill of Sarnia. He is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents, Joseph (1999) and Claudette (1996); his brothers, Joey (1986) and Wayne (2000); his mother-in-law, Joan Johnston (2009); father-in-law, Malcolm Johnston (1985); and brother-in-law, Richard Johnston (2020).
Randy was a true charmer-known for his quick wit, warm heart, and amazing ability to make friends wherever he went – a real “softie in a hard shell”. He had a passion for golf, cruising in his Corvette and riding his Harley Davidson. He also loved traveling with “Fire-Eyes or Ann-Murray”, the love of his life. His wife, daughters, and granddaughters were the center of his world.
Randy enjoyed a career at Nova Chemicals and previously at Dow, retiring after 40 years of dedicated service. Throughout his life, a man of faith and a firm believer in giving back to the community, he spent many years serving with the Knights of Columbus and generously giving his time and fundraising efforts to volunteer organizations, his personal favourite being the “Sunshine Dreams for Kids”. He left a lasting impact on everyone he worked with.
He will be profoundly missed for his humour, his unique (and delightfully stubborn) Hungarian perspective, his sharp intelligence, and the fierce love, loyalty, and protection he gave to his family and friends.
Friends will be received at Knight Funeral Home, 588 St. Clair Parkway, Corunna on Thursday, October 23rd, 2025 from 4–7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Fr. Dan Vere at St. Joseph’s Church in Corunna on Friday, October 24th, 2025, at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Mercy Cemetery, Sarnia.
A celebration of Randy’s life will be held at Antonio’s in Corunna beginning at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, sympathy may be expressed through memorial donations to St. Joseph’s Hospice, Sarnia or the Bluewater Health Oncology Department. Messages and condolences may be shared online at www.knightfuneralhome.ca Knight 519-862-2845.
.Maria “Mary” Balogh - Former Resident
July 4th, 1932 - October 26th, 2025
It is with a broken heart that we announce the passing of Maria “Mary” Balogh, born July 4, 1932, on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at Afton Park Place, at the age of 93.
Mary was the thoughtful, loving and caring mother of John (Tammy) Balogh, and grandmother of Christopher (Allison) Balogh and Sarah Balogh. She was a loving and loyal wife to the late John Balogh Sr. for 54 years. She was a strong, fierce European woman whose dedication to God, family and friends, and her work made her a shining example to anyone who was lucky enough to know and love her.
The family would like to thank the entire staff of Afton Park Place Nursing Home, including Dr. O’Mahony and Dr. Hall, for their extraordinary care of Mary. She loved the staff and all her friends at Afton.
Cremation has taken place. Mary will be laid to rest beside John Sr. in Lakeview Cemetery, following a private family service. Sympathy may be expressed through donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Alzheimer Society of Sarnia-Lambton (cheques only at the funeral home please). Arrangements entrusted to Smith Funeral Home, 1576 London Line, Sarnia.
Monique Buckley - Former Resident
24 March, 1936 – 16 October, 2025
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Monique Buckley, born Alary, on October 16, 2025, at the age of 89. Monique was the beloved wife of the late Richard Buckley and the daughter of the late Liguori Alary and of the late Irène Lapointe.
She will be missed by her sister-in-law Louise Chagnon (the late Roger Alary), her godson Marc, her nieces Suzanne, Marie-Josée, Francine et Renée, several cousins and friends. She was predeceased by her brothers Jean-Paul, Gilles, Roger, Maurice, and André, as well as her sister Denise.
Monique was born in Luskville and raised on the family farm. As an adult, she pursued a career at Bell Canada in Toronto. Upon retirement, she moved to Sarnia, where she lived until 2021, finally returning to the Outaouais region.
In accordance with her wishes, a private family ceremony will be held at the Luskville Cemetery. family.
Mary Pauline Pearson - Former Resident
June 13th, 1938 - October 28th, 2025
Peacefully, surrounded by loving family on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at Bluewater Health – CEE in Petrolia, Mary passed away at the age of 87. Beloved Wife of the late Frederick Pearson (2010). Loving Mother of Mike (Dorotha) Pearson and Mark Pearson (Maureen Kelly). Cherished Grandmother to Becky (Chris) Chaves, Chris Pearson, Andrew Pearson (Christie Davis), Kevin (Emily) Pearson. Mary took immense joy in being Great Nana to Poppy and Price Chaves, and twins Leo and Lucy Pearson. Dear Sister to Murray (Joan) Thoms, the late Robert (Lorna) Thoms, and Bryan (Zoi) Thoms, and the late Estella Joan Thoms. Predeceased by her parents Roland Thoms and Estella (Osmond) (Thoms) Erb (Gorden).
Mary was an avid knitter, gifting hundreds of preemie hats to the local hospitals and countless tuques, mittens, sweaters and baby blankets to friends and family.
Special thank you to the Staff of Petrolia and Sarnia hospital who provided compassionate care to Mary. Cremation has taken place.
In keeping with Mary’s wishes, and a private funeral service has been held. Sympathy may be expressed through donations to CEE Petrolia Hospital and VON or of your choice (cheques only at the funeral home please). Arrangements entrusted to Smith Funeral Home, 1576 London Line, Sarnia.
Robert "Bob" Lyle Barnes
November 25th, 1939 - December 2nd, 2025
Robert "Bob" Lyle Barnes, 86, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2025, at Blue Water Health in Sarnia, Ontario, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Margaret; his sons David (Deborah) and Douglas (Loretta); and his five cherished grandchildren: Sarah, Amy, Brett, Nicholas, and Allison. He is also survived by his brother Lee (Patricia); his sister-in-law Dorothy Barnes; and his sister-in-law Judy Rintoul (Dennis Kenney). Bob was predeceased by his cherished daughter Jill; his parents Roy and Peggy Barnes; his sister Joanne (Terry Dupuis); and his brother Tom. He was lovingly known as "Uncle Bob" to many nieces and nephews.
A respected entrepreneur, Bob opened Canada's first KOA Campground in 1970 and later established Skate Country roller rinks in Sarnia-including roller rinks in Brampton and Scarborough. After a brief retirement, he developed Blue Water Country Retirement Resort in 1994, a community he proudly helped build and later called home. Bob valued friendship deeply. He loved traveling across North America with his close friends Ron and Jennifer Gordon and family, spending quality time with lifelong friends Lynn and Mary Jones, Dennis and Anita McKenzie, playing cards with Bob and Sheila Hart, and enjoying Scrabble with his friend Steve Burley. He generously supported local causes, including organizing the BAHA Conference for four consecutive years, raising funds for Blue Water Health and the Alzheimer Society.
A celebration of Bob’s life will be held Bluewater Country Retirement Resort, 5700 Blackwell Sideroad, Sarnia, on Saturday, December 20, 2025, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Donations in Bob's memory may be made to Blue Water Health or the Alzheimer Society of Sarnia.
Arrangements entrusted to Smith Funeral Home, 1576 London Line, Sarnia.
