Obituaries

Carolyn Nelson

Carolyn Nelson

Apr 28, 2026

NELSON, Carolyn Lee (nee Speedie), passed away peacefully in the care of Andy’s House in Port Carling in her 85th year, April 28, 2026, surrounded by her family. Her passing is mourned by Howard Nelson, her beloved husband of 66 years and her cherished children, Joseph Nelson, Stephen Nelson (predeceased by Kelley), (Jill) and Sherry Lee Major (Mark) . Carolyn...

Myrna Margaret Jane Conway

Myrna Margaret Jane Conway

Apr 28, 2026

Myrna Margaret Jane Conway (née Sutton) was born on September 2, 1936, in Toronto. She passed away peacefully at Castle Peak, with two of her granddaughters by her side. She is lovingly remembered by her children — Ricky (Darlene), Marilyn, Randy (Debi), Roger (Sandra), and Peter (Carol) — and by her cherished grandchildren: Nick (Julie), Michelle, Jessica, Julia, Kyle (Kristy),...

Irene Mary Kneeshaw

Irene Mary Kneeshaw

Apr 24, 2026

KNEESHAW, Irene Mary (Peprnik) of Bracebridge, Ontario passed away Friday, April 24, 2026, surrounded by family, leaving us with so many beautiful memories and much love in our hearts. She was one tough, beautiful lady who endured and overcame a lot in the last few years.

Irene was born in Scarborough, Ontario in 1937, daughter to Czech-born Tony and Anna Peprnik,...

Helen Ruth Coates

Helen Ruth Coates

Apr 23, 2026

It is with sadness we announce the passing of Helen surrounded by her family at the Northumberland Hills Hospital, Cobourg on April 23, 2026, at the age of 81.

Helen Coates was born to missionary parents in Northern Rhodesia (now Zambia). The family returned to Canada when she was very young and she was raised in Canada. Both parents and her...

Norma Jean Kaye

Norma Jean Kaye

Apr 22, 2026

Our dear, sweet Mom, Norma Jean Kaye, left us peacefully on April, 22, 2026 in Bracebridge, surrounded by the love of her family. Norma was an incredibly loving person, as a wife, daughter, mother, sister, and grandma, a loyal friend, and a role model who brought warmth, positivity, humour, wisdom, and strength to those around her.

Norma was born on March...

Brian Tickle

Brian Tickle

Apr 21, 2026

Brian Alexander Tickle “BT” passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Tuesday, April 21st, at his home in Bracebridge, Ontario a few days short of his 87th birthday.

Born to parents, Alex and Phyllis Tickle on May 3rd, 1939, in Manchester, UK, Brian’s early years were spent in Surrey, England. Evacuated to northern England during World War 2, Brian lived with...

Adelinda Rosa Lammers

Adelinda Rosa Lammers

Apr 20, 2026

Adelinda Rosa Lammers, known as Linda, age 97½, passed away peacefully after a fight with pancreatic cancer on Monday, April 20, 2026 at Andy’s House Hospice in Port Carling, Ontario.

Linda was born in Zimmerau, Bavaria, Germany and grew up in Bad Königshofen, Germany where she was the oldest of 6 children. After WWII, Linda wanted to travel and worked in...

Beatrice Helen Gerry

Beatrice Helen Gerry

Apr 20, 2026

Beatrice Helen Gerry (Jones) passed peacefully at Andy’s House in Port Carling, Ontario on April 20, 2026 at the age of 97 years. 

Beatrice is survived by her son Richard (Shirley), Granddaughter Jennifer (John) and Great Granddaughter Everley, all of Bracebridge, Ontario. She was predeceased by her husband of 76 years, Edward and her son Thomas. 

Visitation will take place at Reynolds...

Theodore David Mieske

Theodore David Mieske

Apr 19, 2026

In Loving Memory of Ted Mieske ("Taxi Ted")

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ted Mieske, also known as "Taxi Ted," who passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026.

Ted is now reunited with his parents, Norma Evans and Harry Mieske, as well as his brothers, Jim and Jack Mieske.

His memory and his spirit of kindness will...

Phyllis Myrtle Topping

Phyllis Myrtle Topping

Apr 14, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Phyllis Topping, in her 99th year, at James Street Retirement Home.

Phyllis was predeceased by her beloved husband, Morris, in 2010.

She will be deeply missed by her children: Terry (Christine) Topping, Candace (James) Quale, Lori (Alvin) Hill, Chrisanne Robinson, and Trent (Tammy) Topping, as well as her 15 grandchildren and...

Kenneth Smith

Kenneth Smith

Apr 13, 2026

Kenneth Edwin Smith, age 92, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Monday, April 13, at The Pines Long-Term Care in Bracebridge, Ontario.

Born on August 11, 1933, in Digby, Nova Scotia, Ken was born to parents Oakley and Hazel Smith of Smith’s Cove. He lived a full and dedicated life centered around family, hard work, and the outdoors. He spent...

Effie Eleanor Lunnen

Effie Eleanor Lunnen

Apr 9, 2026

On Thursday, April 9, 2026, Effie Lunnen passed away in her sleep at Muskoka Shores Home at age 90. She is predeceased by the love of her life, her husband Walter. Beloved mother to Brenda (Lee), Len (Clare) and Alec (Brenda). Cherished grandmother to Tiffany, Graeme, Killian, Darrius and Alex. She loved her family, community and spending time outdoors. Winter...

Barbara Ann Forth

Barbara Ann Forth

Apr 7, 2026

In loving memory of Barbara Ann (Broad) Forth who passed away on April 7th 2026 at Bobier Villa Long Term Care Home in Dutton Ontario at the age of 86.

Beloved spouse of the late Charles Rodney Forth, loved mother to Charles (Season) and Joseph and cherished grandmother to Sarah (Josh), Laura (Iian) and Liam.

Adored sister of Jean (Aurther) Blake and...

Patricia Margaret Regina Cain

Patricia Margaret Regina Cain

Apr 6, 2026

On April 6, 2026, Patricia “Pat” Cain passed peacefully at the West Parry Sound Health Centre at the age of 80, surrounded by a lifetime of love and memories.

Pat was the devoted and cherished wife of Garry, with whom she shared 63 wonderful years of marriage. Together they built a life grounded in family, laughter, and steadfast support. She was a...

Gwyneth Christine McKay

Gwyneth Christine McKay

Apr 2, 2026

Gwyneth Christine McKay passed away April 2, 2026, at the Pines Long Term Care Home in Bracebridge, ON. Born January 11, 1941, Gwyn was 85 at the time of her passing after a short battle with cancer.

Gwyn was born in Jamaica to Eric Carlton Ormsby and Flauna Joyce (Lloyd) Ormsby and immigrated to Canada in 1952. Married in 1962, she...

William Stanley "Stan" Greer

William Stanley "Stan" Greer

Apr 1, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stan at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, Bracebridge on April 1st, 2026 at the age of 92. Reunited with his beloved wife Shirley. Stan was a dear brother to Helen (d. Bob) Stephens, the late Gord (Helen) Greer, Irvin (Jean) Greer and Marilyn (d. Stan) Beirness. Loving Father of Jennifer...

Christopher Clement Davis

Christopher Clement Davis

Mar 31, 2026

On Tuesday March 31st, 2026, Chris passed away peacefully at Muskoka Hills Retirement Villa at the age of 87. Beloved spouse to Sandra Helen Davis (predeceased). Cherished stepfather to Lynne Harvey (Jim Willis) and step granddaughter Brooke Willis.

After leaving Toronto in 1995, Chris spent nearly 25 years in the town of Dorset which he treasured and loved, followed by 3...

Kenneth Neil Wettlaufer

Kenneth Neil Wettlaufer

Mar 30, 2026

Kenneth Neil Wettlaufer, born November 9, 1940, in Gravenhurst, Ontario, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, March 30, 2026, at the age of 85, after a courageous battle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and Multiple Myeloma.

Ken spent much of his childhood in Gravenhurst, graduating from Gravenhurst High School before pursuing a variety of careers that all reflected his natural...

Keith Stewart Shantz

Keith Stewart Shantz

Mar 25, 2026

On Wednesday, March 25, 2026, Keith Stewart Shantz died at Andy’s House in Port Carling just three weeks short of his 91st birthday. He was raised on the Mennonite farm of his parents, Leonard and Idella Shantz, Kitchener, ON. He is survived by his beloved wife, Gayle Mitchell, two of his brothers: Howard (Barbara) and Dale (Sharon), plus cousins, nieces...

Isobel Walker

Isobel Walker

Mar 24, 2026

On March 24, 2026, Isobel Walker died at Andy’s House at the age of 88, after a long battle with illness. Beloved partner of Rod White (predeceased). Treasured mother to Kim (Frank), Vicki White, Beth (Dale) VanAssche, Dan White, Frank (Jill) White, and Terry. Predeceased William (Marg) White and Gail (Larry) Rogers. Cherished grandmother to Rodney and Tori VanAssche. Predeceased...