Obituary of Ardith Judy Ann Onland

Ardith Judy Ann Onland (nee Shepherd)

 Passed away peacefully at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, Chatham surrounded by family on Saturday, December 23rd, 2023 at the age of 80. Born in Russell, daughter of the late Roy and Maude (Thomas) Shepherd. Beloved wife of the Late George Onland. She was a loving member of the community and used her talents to serve the automotive industry for 25 years. Ardith was also a committed member of the Dresden minor baseball association and an avid lover of the local hockey community. Ardith is survived by her daughter Margaret Jordan (John) and their children Jonathan (Jocelyn), Melissa Macleod (Jason), Joshua (Sonja) and her great grandchildren Colton, Kaiden, Georgia, Nova, Jaxon, Ella and Aiden and son Steve Onland (Roslyn) and their children Ayden Van Egmond (Justin), Ethan, Jonah and Denia Onland.and her late son Jeffery Onland’s son Jesse Onland.  Also survived by her siblings Shirley Cassidy (Alton), Murray Shepherd (Margaret), Beverly Ault (Mike), Doug Shepherd and Joan Lamont (Allen). Predeceased by her son Jeffery Onland, and her brothers Gord and Mac Shepherd. All those who were touched by Ardith’s Life are invited to attend visitation at the Badder Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 679 North St., Dresden on Saturday, January 6, 2024 from 10:00 AM until the time of the Memorial Service at 11:00 AM. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance Foundation or the Dresden Minor Baseball Association would be appreciated. The Onland family would like to extend their gratitude to all the staff at Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, specifically those in the ICU for their attentiveness and loving care. Online condolences and donations may be left at www.badderfuneralhome.com