David Gordon McWilliams, 82, of Bracebridge, Ontario, passed away October 7, 2022, in his sleep at Muskoka Hills Retirement Home. David was born in Toronto on September 12, 1940. He is predeceased by his parents Henry Douglas McWilliams and Margaret Isabelle (Middleton) McWilliams. He is survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Susan (McWilliams) and Ted Daglish, his nephew David Daglish and niece, Lauren Solar. David was never married. David graduated from Forest Hill Collegiate,...

Clifford Allan Bruce passed away peacefully, in his sleep on Thursday, January 19, 2023 at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital at the age of 89. Beloved husband of the late Loreen Ann (nee Hubert) (2018). Loving father of Gregory (Bee), Gary (Debbie), Peter (Suzanne), Paula Gibbesch (Vern) and Cheryl Post (Steve). Proud grandfather of 12 and great grandfather of 19. Dear brother of Howard of Enderby, B.C., and Fred Bruce (Sue) of Callander. Predeceased by sister Evelyn Smith, brother-in law...

It is with deep sadness we announce the peaceful passing of our dear Aunt Marion Blanchard. Born in Bracebridge on October 28, 1930, to Charles and Olive Goddard. She had two sisters Ruth Ball (Archie) and Emily Conway (Ray) whom all predeceased her. When Marion grew up she went to work at Bell Canada and stayed there for 24 years. She met the love of her life Thomas Blanchard and they were married on April 6, 1974. Having no children Marion was loved and supported by her nephews and nieces...

J. Karen Atkin, age 85, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 26, 2023 after a long illness. She was born March 14, 1937 in Grand Forks, British Columbia to Edna and Knud Honholt. She met her husband, Albert Atkin, on a blind date while in nursing school at Vancouver General Hospital and Albert was in Engineering at UBC. They married on September 20, 1958 in the Honholt family home. Albert preceded her in death on August 22, 2007. Karen had a creative spirit, a strong sense...

On Friday, January 20th, 2023, Brandon B Righetti, a loving brother, and son, passed away at age 30. Brandon was a kind, free-spirited man. He was generous and whole-hearted; friends say he would give you his last dollar even if it meant he would go without. Brandon loved spending his time outdoors, gardening, or playing in nature and always enjoyed being surrounded by his good friends. He loved to spend time with his brothers and friends going snowboarding, hiking, biking, and...

FARR, John Errol - passed away at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital on January 20, 2023, in his 85th year.  Predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Ethel Farr, sisters Jean (Clark), Margaret (Calder), Mary (Needham), and brother Joey.  He leaves behind his children Geoffrey (Shelagh), Sheila Norman, and Craig (Gretchen), and his adored grandchildren Elizabeth, Emma, Gwyneth, George, Ewan, Anne, Bryce, Henry, Amaryn, and Quinn.  John was born in Stouffville, Ontario, and grew up...

(Charles William) TED Boon April 10th, 1931 – January 19th, 2023 It is with sadness we announce the passing of Ted Boon on January 19, 2023 at Muskoka Shores Long Term Care home in Gravenhurst at the age of 91. Left to mourn his passing are Linda, his loving wife of 53 years, daughter Laurelle (Rich), son Graeme (Sarah), daughter-in-law Nancy, grandchildren Audrey, Malcolm, Ellie, Lara, Neil and Sarah and seven great grandsons. Ted was sadly predeceased by his son Ted Jr in...

With deep sadness, we announce the peaceful passing of Elizabeth (Liz) on January 19, 2023.  Cherished mother of Cindy (Steven), Kelly (the late David Dick) and Danny. Beloved Nanny of Shannon, Sarah, Sean, Melissa, Kyle (Jamie), Danny (Alana), John (Kristy) and Parker (Avery). Great Nanny to Jaiden, Riley, Julien, Johnathon, Addisyn, Jack, Carter, Skylar, Kane and Tanner. Elizabeth will fondly be remembered by her brother, John, nieces, nephews and many friends. She was predeceased by...

HASTINGS (Lowe), Penny Marie—passed away on January 19, 2023, at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital. Loving mother of Tyler Hastings, Mandy Hastings, and son-in-law Shaun. Dear grandmother of Maci, Landon, and Alaia. Sister of Doug Lowe, Linda Hyde, and brother-in-law Doug Hyde. Also, a beloved Aunt and friend. She holds a special place in all our hearts and will be remembered fondly. In following Penny’s wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be no services held at this...

Shirley Elsann (nee Reid) Macleod   - With love and sadness, we announce the peaceful passing of Ann surrounded by the love of her family on January 15, 2023.  Cherished mother of Moira Macleod (John Dunn).  Much loved “Grammie” to Catriona, Callum and Mackenzie.  For 53 years, she was the best friend and adoring wife of Roderick who predeceased her in 2008.  Elsann was the youngest child of Albert and Katie Reid, born in Fort Frances, Ontario on...