It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Anna Marie Barrett, who left this world at the age of 56, surrounded by the love that she so freely gave to others.

Anna was the devoted and loving wife of Chris Barrett, her partner in laughter, strength, and adventure. Together they shared countless beautiful memories, especially their cherished weekends at their trailer — sitting around bonfires, laughing late into the night with friends, and enjoying the simple joys of life side by side.

She was an incredible and proud mother to Jake Beaune (Kaitlynn) and Danielle Beaune (Duane). Her children were her greatest accomplishment and the center of her world. Anna’s love was steady, fierce, and unconditional — the kind of love that never wavers.

She is now reunited with her precious baby boy Joel, her loving parents, Bernice and Clifford Ford, and her brothers John and Tim, along with many other cherished family members who welcomed her home.

Anna was the strongest, most positive woman you could ever meet. Even a diagnosis of Ovarian cancer did not define her or stop her from living life on her terms. She faced every challenge with courage, grace, and determination. On her 56th birthday, she did exactly what she loved most — surrounded by everyone she loved, swimming in her pool, soaking up the sunshine and the laughter of her family. That is how she lived — fully, joyfully, and with her whole heart.

Her grandchildren were her pride and joy. She loved her granddaughter Aria beyond measure and will forever be her guardian angel. She adored her three grandsons, Demarko, Asher, and sweet baby Oakley, each holding a special place in her heart. Her love for them was endless and pure.

On behalf of Anna and her family, we would like to extend heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Bergeron, the compassionate team at VON (especially Matt), and the incredible staff on 4W of the cancer unit at Met Hospital. Your care, kindness, and dignity meant more than words can express during her final journey.

In keeping with Anna’s wishes, there will be no funeral service. A celebration of her beautiful life will be planned at a later date — a gathering filled with stories, laughter, and love, just as she would have wanted.

Anna’s strength, warmth, humor, and unwavering love will live on in all who knew her. Though our hearts are broken, we are forever grateful to have been loved by her.

She was our home, our safe place, and our greatest blessing. She will be missed beyond measure and loved beyond words — always.

Dr. Michael O. Akpata passed away peacefully on February 23rd 2026 surrounded by his loved ones. His smile, personality and honest laughter will be missed by all that knew and loved him. He was a dedicated surgeon and healer having touched many lives in our community. His devotion to healing and his patients was a driving factor in his life. He took his skills and dedication in medicine to Barbados where he taught the next generation of healers how to treat the body and heal the patient.

He will be deeply missed by the family that loved him Virginia, Kris and Joey. His children Michael and wife Sheri Michelle and John, and grandchildren Reece, Regan, Ayla and Evan. He was pre-deceased by his wife Lucille.

We are all made better for the time we were able to spend with him. He will be deeply missed.

If you so desire, a donation may be made to The Hospice of Windsor Essex County or to St Mathews Anglican Church. 

A visitation will be held on Monday, March 2nd, 2026, from 2pm to 5pm and 7pm to 9pm at Families First South Windsor (3260 Dougall Ave, Windsor, ON, N9E 1S6).

It is with broken hearts we announce the passing of Giuseppe Pantaleo on February 22, 2026 at the age of 66.

Giuseppe is survived by his wife Nancy with who he shared 46 incredible years of marriage. Giuseppe was the beloved father to Rosa (Mark) Bleau, Gaspare Pantaleo, and Filippo Pantaleo. Dearest Nonno to Kyle, Josh and Riley Bleau.  

Giuseppe was cherished by his mother in law Maria Maltese, he will also be missed by his sisters and brothers in law, and his nieces and nephews.

He is survived by his 3 sisters. Giuseppe was predeceased by his parents Gaspare and Rosina Pantaleo and his siblings.

Guiseppe was an organ donor recipient, and thanks to his care team, doctors, and the donor family, he was gifted another 2 years of life to cherish with his family.

As per Pino's wishes, a private family service has taken place. 

THOMPSON, Richard David

Passed away peacefully after a long battle with dementia on February. 21, 2026 at the age of 63. Loving son to the late John and Joan Thompson. Dear brother to late John, Michael, Cathy, and Vicki. Richard will be missed by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He will be missed by his extended family at St. Francis Advocates.

Richard was a huge fan of the Toronto Blue Jays. Richard was an amazing person who touched all the lives of the people he met.

Visitation at Families First, 1065 Lauzon Rd., East Windsor on Friday February. 27, 2026 from 2-4 and 6-8pm. A Celebration of Life will take place at Families First on Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 1-3pm. Richard loves the colour blue, please feel free to wear Toronto Blue Jay's gear or anything blue to the Celebration of Life. Donations may be made in Richard’s name to St Francis Advocates.