Laura Jean Scott
Dec 31, 2023
Laura Jean Scott
July 23, 1940 – December 31, 2023
On December 31st, Laura Jean Scott passed away at home peacefully at the age of 83. Born on Bell Island, Newfoundland on July 23rd, 1940, she called Ontario home for the past 60-plus years. She was a loving mother to Chris McLean (Kelly), Orval McLean (Terri Ann), Shelley McLean (Peter),...
David Allan O'Brien
Dec 28, 2023
David O’Brien was known in the Bracebridge community for many many years as “Dave the doorman”, frequenting our local Tim Hortons. He was a kind soul with unfortunate mental challenges that did not change the fact that he had a huge heart and always wanted to help his fellow man. Dave will be missed by all, including his two living...
Brenda Marie Dawson
Dec 27, 2023
Brenda Dawson (Hillman)
On Dec 27, 2023 after a lengthy battle with Dementia, Brenda Dawson passed away peacefully with her family by her side, at Andy's House Hospice. She was in her 81st year.
Beloved wife of Cliff for 59+ years.
Loved Mother of Glen (Jane), Sandra (Shaun) and Janet (Scott).
Cherished Grandmother of Sarah, Gregor, Cecily and Rachel.
Predeceased...
Dorothy Aileen McCullough
Dec 23, 2023
In Loving Memory of Dorothy Aileen McCullough (nee Lindquist)
Dorothy peacefully passed away in her sleep early on the morning of Saturday December 23rd. She had fallen at home Thursday morning, fracturing her right hip and died at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital while waiting to go for her surgery at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie.
Predeceased...
Bernard James Black
Dec 22, 2023
It is with sadness, to announce Bernie Black passed away at The Pines on December 22, 2023 following his 84th birthday on December 17th. He leaves to mourn his beloved wife Donna (nee Keall). Cherished father to Carolyn (Dominic), Ron and Michelle (Darby). Loved grandfather to Stephanie (Richard), Lauren, Cameron, Emily, Megan, Matthew and great grandfather to Madelyn and Charlie.
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James Grills
Dec 20, 2023
Peacefully with family by his side, James (Jimmy) Lindsay Grills of Algonquin Highlands, formerly of Orillia, died at Andy’s House in Port Carling on Wednesday, December 20th, 2023. James was in his 71st year. He was the beloved husband of Donna and a dear father to Josh (and Kate) and Jason (and Sam). James will be remembered as a loving...
Linda Hazel May Matthews
Dec 18, 2023
Matthews, Linda Hazel MayIt is with heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of our dear Linda, at Andy’s House on December 18, 2023, at the age of 70.
Linda fought a courageous four month journey with an extremely aggressive form of cancer. Her determination and positive outlook shined through during her brain surgery, radiation and chemotherapy. Leaving a legacy...
Ruth Fern Fowler
Dec 15, 2023
Ruth Fern FowlerFebruary 26, 1931 - December 15, 2023Fowler, Ruth - Ruth passed away peacefully at home Dec. 15, 2023 at the age of 92.Beloved wife of the late Mervin Fowler.Loving mother of Debrah Goddard (the late Jan), Muriel Whalley (the late Tim), Melinda Deuling (the late William) and Merlin Fowler and wife Colleen.She will be missed by her grandchildren...
Georgina Briese
Dec 10, 2023
Georgina Briese, age 94, peacefully passed away in Hospice at Andy’s House in Port Carling on December 10th, 2023.
She was born on October 1st, 1929, to George and Mary McEachern in East York, Ontario.
She married Mervin Briese on August 14th, 1954, at Don Mills United Church and had 2 children, Barb, and Scott.
Georgina’s husband predeceased her in...
Robert John "Bob" Falvy
Dec 9, 2023
Robert John "Bob" Falvy
November 1, 1963 — December 9, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we are announcing the sudden and unexpected passing of Bobby, known by many as Robert or Bob Falvy. He passed in his sleep, in peace with an unexpected heart attack, in the early morning hours on Saturday December 9th, 2023 at the...
Betty M. Speck
Dec 2, 2023
Betty M. Speck
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Betty (Margaret) Speck, age 85 on December 2, 2023, at The Pines Long Term Care Home in Bracebridge with family by her side. Betty was born in Muskoka. She is predeceased by her parents Alvin and Amelia Leeder. She was a businesswoman in Bracebridge and owned...
Gilbert Murray Moore
Dec 1, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Murray Moore on December 1, 2023. He had suffered a stroke in late August and struggled to regain his speech and language.
Predeceased by his parents Norman and Mabel Moore and sister Donna Forth.
He will be deeply missed by his loving wife Gloria, son Chad (Colleen), daughter Jennifer...
Thomas Wesley Johnson
Nov 30, 2023
Thomas Wesley Johnson
November 30, 2023
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Thomas Johnson at the age of 80 on November 30, 2023, at Andy’s House in Port Carling.
Tom was born in Bracebridge, Ontario July 3, 1943, and spent the best part of his life in the construction trade.
He has left...
Catherine Benedetto
Nov 29, 2023
It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of Catherine Haddow Benedetto on November 29th, 2023. Cathy fought the complications of Diabetes, but it never stopped her from living her best life. The world has lost a great daughter, sister, wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, and friend. We will all miss her more than words can say.
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Douglas George Lawson
Nov 23, 2023
Interment Service to take place Friday May 17, 2024 1:00pm Bracebridge Municipal Cemetery 19 Lilac Lane Bracebridge, Ontario. A reception will follow at Reynolds Funeral Home 1 Mary Street Bracebridge.
Passed away peacefully on November 23, 2023, at his home in Bracebridge at the age of 54.
Dearly loved brother of David (Judy), Dan (Carolyn). Cherished son of Joan and the late...
Marita (Cox) Elliott
Nov 22, 2023
Marita Elliott
1926 - 2023
A life with love is a life that's been lived
You were an angel in the shape of my mum
We say good-bye to an amazing woman and a special Mum, Granny, and Sister. With family by her side, Marita Elliott passed away peacefully at Andy’s House, Port Carling ...
Ed Goldthorp
Nov 21, 2023
As per Ed's wishes, cremation has taken place.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, January 20, 2024 at 10:00 am at The Church of Jesus Christ Latter-Day Saints, Bracebridge, ON.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memoriam to Andy’s House, Hospice Muskoka.
Along the River Clyde rests two towns, Gourock and...
Betty Lou Kennedy
Nov 13, 2023
Kennedy, Betty Lou (nee Ross)
Passed away peacefully on November 13, 2023 at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital at the age of 92. Dearly loved wife of the late Nels Kennedy who were married for 59 years. Betty was predeceased by her siblings Esther Ross, Evelyn Temeles, Shirley Muir, Marjorie Ross and survived by several nieces and nephews. She leaves...
Marilyn Loyer
Nov 9, 2023
Marilyn passed away at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital on November 9, 2023 at the age 80. Beloved wife of Hector Loyer. Loved mother of Kean (Adriana) and cherished grandmother to Sam.
Following Marilyn’ s wishes, cremation has taken place with no formal services at this time. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Wildlife Fund www.wwf.ca would be appreciated.
Susan Nelan
Nov 7, 2023
It is with deep sadness that the family announces the passing of Susan Jane (Anderson) Nelan on November 7th, 2023 at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital.
Susan was born in Etobicoke on April 29th, 1953 to Gordon and Kay Anderson. Susan moved to Bracebridge in 1977. She was a proud member of the Muskoka nursing community, Girl Guide Leader and...