All Obituaries

Ruth Helen Blanchard passed away peacefully, at her home away from home, The Pines, on April 3, 2020 at the age of 89. Ruth was born in Mallorytown, ON and moved with her family to Bracebridge where she met and married the love of her life, Bill Blanchard.  They bought a home together upon Bill’s returning from WWII where they raised their three children, Leeanne (Nielsen), Wayne and Henry. Ruth was a long time employee of Bell Canada but was most well known for her employment...

BLACK, Geraldine Eleanor (Clark) Passed away peacefully at The Pines Long-term Care Home, on Saturday, March 28, 2020 in her 98th year. Geraldine was the beloved wife of the late William H. Black. Loving mother of Sandy Lelliott, Jackie Simpson, Kirk Black, Glenn Black, Vickie Abbott, and Cheryl Black. Cherished grandmother of 15, great grandmother of 14, and great-great grandmother of 2. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers,...

It is with heavy hearts the family announces the sudden passing of Stephanie on Friday, March 27, 2020 in her 40th year. Stephanie was the beloved mother of Graydon, the much loved and forever cherished daughter of John “Jack” Grant and she will always be remembered in the hearts of her sister Melissa (John) Hall and Erica. Dear aunt of Isaac, Cory and Justin and great-aunt of Lydia, Ryder and Hunter. Daughter of Sharon Johnson. In keeping with the family's wishes a...

BALDWIN, Olive Louise 1923 – 2020 Olive passed away peacefully at The Pines in Bracebridge, on Thursday, March 26, 2020 at age 96. Loving mother of Rod Baldwin (Brenda), Lu-Ann Baldwin (John Bartel), Cindy Bailey (the late John Bailey) and Bill Baldwin. Dearest grandmother of Christopher, Lee and Steven Baldwin, Jonathan Baldwin, Emma Bailey and Michael Baldwin. Proud great grandmother of Curtis. Sister to Isobel Smith. Cremation has taken place. Messages of condolence can be...

HARRIS, Maria Grazia (née Nucifora) Peacefully on Thursday, March 26, 2020 in Bracebridge, Ontario in her 65th year. Beloved wife of Ernie Harris. Dear sister of Dina (Ben) and sister-in-law of Cherin and Sandy. Maria worked at the Metro grocery store for many years. She will be dearly missed by family and friends. A private family entombment will take place at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, Toronto, Ontario. Memorial donations in Maria’s memory may be made to a charity of your...

WALKER, Marie (nee Schell) September 9, 1926 to March 25, 2020 Marie Walker passed away peacefully with family by her side.  Predeceased by her husband Des Walker, she leaves behind her sons Roy (Marie), Ralph (Leslie) and Paul (Sherilyn).  Loved and admired by her many grandchildren Amanda, Justin, Kaitlyn, Alana, Samantha, Cameron and Braedon, and great grandson Lachlan.  She was a role model and hero to her family.  In lieu of flowers donations to the Alzheimer...

Barry passed away peacefully at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge March 19th, 2020. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Beverly. Dear father of Doug (April) Orillia, Darren (Peggy) Bracebridge, and Dean (Sue) Bracebridge. Proud grandfather of Rachel Nelson BC, Josh (Taylor) of North Bay, Julia, Hayleigh, Holli, and Heidi of Bracebridge. Predeceased by his son David (1977) and his Grandson Nathan (1997), his parents Wilfrid and Dorothy and brothers Tom (Barb) and...

Bill passed away at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge on Saturday, March 14, 2020 at age 95. Predeceased by his beloved wife of 45 years, Helen (nee Botting), Bill is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Ruth Bell-Towns of Bracebridge. Dear father of Susan Lancaster (John) of Niagara-on-the-Lake, Katherine Towns (Richard Crivari) of Toronto, and Bill Towns Jr. (Janet Donnan-Towns) of Bracebridge. Proud grandfather of Zoë Lancaster, Brittany Lancaster (Steve...

 Passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 7, 2020, at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge. At the age of 93. Anna was the beloved wife of the late N. Robert “Bob” Harper. Cherished mother of R.A. (Bob) Harper M.O.M., John, Scott (Pat), and Brian (Tammy). Loving grandmother of Conner, Cody, Charlotte, Lindsey, Stephanie, and Emily. Dear sister of Ellen (Herbert) Lyon, Carol (Isaac) Taylor. Predeceased by her sisters Ruth (Tom) Bousfield, and Helen (Frank)...

JACKSON, Helen Marie  Helen Marie Jackson (nee Suthons) passed away peacefully, in her 91st year, on Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at Algonquin Grace Hospice, Huntsville, Ontario. Youngest daughter of Charles & Hilda Suthons. Beloved wife of Murray Jackson. Cherished mother of Gary (Daria) and grandmother of Mark. Predeceased by her sisters Jean Luscombe & Ruth Faircloth and brother Murray Suthons. Dear sister-in-law of Ron (Elda). Loved aunt of Kmit, Lisa (Greg), Mark (Pat),...