All Obituaries

LAWSON, Irma Jacqueline- Peacefully, at Woods Park Long Term Care in Barrie, Ontario, on Tuesday, January 14th 2020. Irma was 84 years old. Beloved wife of the late Eugene "Sliv" Lawson. Loving mother of Gerald Lawson and Perry Lawson. Proud grandmother Samantha, Travis & Leanna. Dear sister of Donna MacArthur and the late William Flood.  In keeping with Irma's wishes, cremation has taken place. A private internment of her ashes will take place at the Baysville...

WATTS, H. Fae (Skirrow) Passed away peacefully on January 12 2020. Beloved wife of the late Wesley Watts. Loving mother of Virginia and son-in-law Gregory Aljoe. Survived also by her sister Aileen Shalay (Stan), brother Gerald Skirrow (Judy), and sister-in-law Phyllis Dale. Many heartfelt thanks to the entire staff of James Street Retirement Home in Bracebridge where Fae spent the last few years of her life. Without their tireless care, her wish to stay in her “home” would...

Frederick Jefferson Neal, of Rosseau, died peacefully on the morning of January 10th at his place of residence. Fred was a loving husband to Sarah (nee Ditchburn), and a caring father to Darcy (Sylvain), David (Sarah), and John (Nadine).  He will be affectionately remembered by his grandchildren Myriam, Symeon, Emily, Rachel, Oliver, Sophie, Caroline, and Audrey and great-grandchildren Joshua, Samuel, and Julia. Fred was born in Watertown, New York, and raised throughout the Eastern...

With his family at his side loving him and supporting his choice, Frank Neal planned and completed the final step of Medical Assistance In Dying (M.A.I.D.). His illnesses were irreversible and he knew death was imminent. Without pain and in total peace Frank accepted the assistance he wished for. That wonderful, funny man is remembered by his wife of 43 years, Chris MacDonald Neal of Bracebridge; his children Andrea and Max Cantin of Sherwood Park, Alberta and Brad Neal of Penetang; his...

DAWSON, Pauline E. Passed away suddenly at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge on Sunday, January 5, 2020 in her 86th year. Beloved wife of Harold. Loving mother of Michael (Janet), Brian, Amy (Jeramy) and the late Judy. Proud grandmother of Kristin, Jeff, Dylan, Jordan, Simon, Nikita, Chelsea, William & Molly and great grandmother of Zayden & Tyson (and one on the way). Dear sister of Gwen Kirkness, Marilyn Tremblay & Susan Robertson.  Friends will be...

McKenzie, Joan Louise The McKenzie family is sad to announce the passing of Joan at Belleville General Hospital on Sunday December 29th, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Donald. Loving mother of Kenneth (Nancy) and the late Ann Louise. Cherished grandmother of Nighthawk, Kimberly and David. Proud great-grandmother to 11 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Dawn Pearcy (Pete). Missed by nieces Patty Pearcy and Bonnie (Mark Young) and nephew Mike Pearcy. She will be greatly missed...

BARNES, Elizabeth ”Liz” – After a brief but courageous battle Liz passed away at Bethell Hospice, Inglewood on Monday, December 30, 2019 in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of the late Robert. Loving mother of Violet, Doug (Sandra), Carol, and John. Cherished grandmother of Michelle (Dan), Matthew and Denise (Will). Great grandmother to Calla, Mica, Cedar, Clementine, Makenna, and Lukas. Dearest sister of Georgina. Predeceased by her parents George and Polly Beck, sister Olga...

Glenn Thomas Hanson   Passed away at St. Michael’s Hospital, Toronto, on Monday, December 30, 2019. Glenn was the loving husband to Sheila, amazing father to Lesley (Charlie), Carolyn (Rick). Fun loving grandfather to Haley, Mackenzie, Ava and Cohen. Brother to Donald and Suzanne. Glenn spent 33 years in sales with Dye & Durham Stationer and Printer for the legal profession. He retired at 60 years old and travelled the world. Glenn was always jovial and enjoyed life to the...

DeForest, Gwendolyn Mavis “Gwen” July 3, 1929 – December 29, 2019 Passed suddenly at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge. Born in Park Head, near Owen Sound, where she grew up and worked. Gwen is the loving wife of Gerald of Bracebridge. Dear mother of John DeForest and Suzanne DeForest (Dean Pheonix). Proud grandmother of Daniel (Kathlyn), Cody, Jason, Heather and the late Chelsea and great grandmother of Luke & Sadie. Dear sister of the late Betty Scott...

Peacefully at home with his wife by his side on December 27, 2019 at the age of 70.  Beloved husband of Deborah (nee Beeley).  Cherished father of Melissa (Mike), Alycia (Mike), Krista (Chance), Melissa (Adam) and Amanda.  Loved grandfather of Dan and Brandon and loving Papa to Dorian, Danielle, Kendra, Caden, Gage, Jackson, Kailey, Rayana, Marley, Gemma, Morgan and Makenzie. Dear brother to Sharon and Rick and predeceased by Bob, John, Tom, Bill, Steve, Barb and Carol. ...