We remember those who played a part in the life of Holy Trinity, past and present. If you are aware of someone associated with Holy Trinity that has passed into Life Beyond Death, please advise our office. 

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Isabel Laking
November 10, 2020
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The family wish to announce the peaceful passing of Isabel Laking on November 10, 2020 at the St. Joseph’s General Hospital in Elliot Lake at the age of 97 yrs.  Pre-deceased by her loving husband William “Bill” Laking December 25, 2015 she is survived by her children Myrna Kretzschmar and Ronald Laking.  Also survived by 9 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren as well as numerous nephews and nieces.  
Mom was the youngest of five children and full of fun and an excitement for life.  She moved through her life looking to the next adventure.  They had many friends, music and good food were available for everyone.
I know there was a big hullabaloo when she arrived at heaven’s gate ! Lots of fun for all who went ahead.
We will remember her with love.

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Elza Berzins
​​July 7, 2020
It is with great sadness that the family announce the passing of Elza Berzins at St. Joseph’s General Hospital in Elliot Lake on Tuesday July 7, 2020 at the age of 97. Beloved wife of the late Valdis Berzins. Loving mother of Maiga Ogrins (late Peter) of Elliot Lake, ON & of the late Peter Berzins (Kim) of Calgary, AB. Dear grandmother of Robert Ogrins (Athena) of Raymond, AB, Edward Ogrins (Joan) of Wawa, ON, Ruth Ladouceur (Michael) of Chelmsford, ON, Roger Ogrins (Donna-Lynn) of Elliot Lake, ON, Eric Ogrins (Janice) of Lethbridge, AB & Madison Berzins (Nick) of Calgary, AB. Also survived by 16 great grandchildren & 40 great great grandchildren. Due to the current pandemic & restrictions imposed by the provincial government, a private graveside committal service will be held at Woodlands Cemetery, Elliot Lake. Memorial contributions to a charity of choice would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Elliot Lake Funeral Chapel & Cremation Centre Limited (36 Ontario Ave).

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Elizabeth Ann Whitmell (Becky)
June 7, 2019

Born July 20, 1941 in Port Loring, ON to Herbert & Idrene Brooks. Sister to the late Billy Brooks, Roland Brooks, Bonnie Rogerson (Barry). Loving and devoted wife to the late Robert (Bob) Whitmell. Survived by her sister Goldie Leather. Devoted Mother to Bernard (Melissa)Whitmell & Wyman (Vickie) Whitmell. Step Mother to Vicki Whitmell and Tracy (Steve) Martin. Loving Grandma to Brett, Jenna, Dylan, Ayden, Ayva, Greg & Kelly. Died peacefully surrounded by family at HSN hospital in Sudbury on June 7th, 2019. Funeral service to be held at: Holy Trinity Untied Church, 40 Hillside Drive, Elliot Lake, ON on Friday June 14, 2019 at 11am. Luncheon follows downstairs. Donations gladly accepted for the CT Scanner she tirelessly fundraised for at: St. Joseph’s Foundation of Elliot Lake CT Scanner 1-705-848-7181 ext 242

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Ida Viola Bender
June 6, 2019

The family wishes to announce the peaceful passing of Ida Bender at home in Elliot Lake on June 6, 2019 at the age of 91. Pre-deceased by her husband Ralph William Bender in 2011 she is survived by her children Diane Lea of Elliot Lake, Brian of Elliot Lake, Murray (Rudeekarn “Pom” Thaisomboon) of Elliot Lake and Alan (Dianne) of Elliot Lake. Dear grandmother of Lyndon (Sophie), Rebecca, Braeden, Monica (Brad), Becka (Dustin), Preston (Cindy), Shaun (Rosy), Robert, Krysta, Pim (Coulter), Alana (Jeff), Kyle (Ashley), Corey (Marie) and Kaila (Steve). Dear great-grandmother of 21 great grandchildren, 1 great-great-granddaughter. She is survived by her siblings Delia Durham of Matheson, Dan (Roselda) Cadeau of Timmins, sister-in-law Marla Bender of Matheson and pre-deceased by many brothers and sisters. Also survived by numerous nephews, nieces as well as great nephews and great nieces. Ida will be sorely missed by “daughter number 2” Vivian Ford (Barry) and by her loving companion Timmy who never left her side. Ida was born and worked in Matheson where she met and married Ralph. Ralph worked in a bush camp and Ida became camp cook even though she didn’t know the first thing about cooking. They eventually settled in Elliot Lake where she flourished and she became chief accountant for Rio Algom. She was co-chairman of the St. Joseph’s General Hospital Board and was instrumental in the expansion of St. Joseph’s General Hospital in the mid 1970’s. The Bender family will receive friends on Thursday June 13, 2019 from 10 am until the time of service at 11 am from Holy Trinity United Church. The Rev. Cory Vermeer-Cuthbert officiating. Internment will follow at Woodlands Cemetery in Elliot Lake. Arrangements entrusted to the Elliot Lake Funeral Chapel & Cremation Centre (36 Ontario Ave). 
The family would like to take this time to thank the St. Joseph’s General Hospital staff on the med-surg floor for their compassion and care shown to Ida. They have reaffirmed what it is to be a true professional and for that the family will be forever grateful. A VERY special thank you to the PSW’s at Huron Lodge- Mom loved each of you and enjoyed your assistance and companionship. Thank you to CCAC and Navi from Bayshore. And thank you also to Dr. DeBortoli for your care over the years and honouring Mom’s last request. Memorial contributions to the St. Joseph’s General Hospital CT scanner fund.

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