Obituaries

Kathleen "Kathy" Simon

Kathleen "Kathy" Simon

Jun 26, 2023

We are saddened to announce on June 26, 2023 the passing of Kathy Marie Simon.  Beloved spouse of Stephen Forshaw and loved by Fur Baby Sparky.  Cherished children Christine Newman (Jamie) and predeceased Lucas Beaulieu and step children Stephanie, Shannon and predeceased Shawn.  Dear grandmother to Bradyn James.  Loved sister to Kelly Simon (Serge), Danny Simon, and predeceased Doug Simon....

Melanie Duke

Melanie Duke

Jun 26, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Melanie Jane Duke at the age of 56 at The Pines Long Term Care Home in Bracebridge.

Predeceased by parents Ralph and Yvonne, sister Lisa and brothers Roger and Dennis. Remembered by loving sisters April (Kevin) and Maria (Charlie) and sister-in-law Carol.  Nieces January, Lindsay,...

Dianne Brown

Dianne Brown

Jun 16, 2023

Dianne Shirley Brown (nee Cope) March 10, 1946 — June 16, 2023

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Dianne. She is survived by her husband, John Brown, of 50 years. Dianne is predeceased by her parents Lionel and Gladys Cope, older sister Nancy Coffin, and...

Bonnie Christie

Bonnie Christie

Jun 15, 2023

Bonnie Christie, died at Andy’s House, Port Carling on Thursday, June 15th, 2023, after a brief battle with a rapid cancer.   Bonnie was gentle, kind, and wise to all she knew.   Born in Brockville in 1943, she married George Christie in 1967 and called him her “Centennial Project”.   They both worked at IBM Canada in Toronto retiring...

Mary Jane Rogers

Mary Jane Rogers

Jun 15, 2023

Mary Jane Rogers died peacefully on June 15, 2023 in Port Carling, at the age of 86. Mary Jane was pre-deceased by her beloved husband Edwin Rogers.  She was born in Sarnia to Gwen and Daniel Doherty (both deceased) and was pre-deceased by her sister Patricia.  Mother of Kevin and Marianne Rogers, doting grandmother to Holly and Will Stapleton...

Edith Stothers

Edith Stothers

Jun 11, 2023

Peacefully after a long illness with dementia, we announce the passing of Edith Stothers at The Pines on June 11, 2023 in her 69th year, with her family by her side. Following Edith’s wishes, cremation has taken place.

 A Celebration of Life will be taking place on Sunday, August 13, 2023 1:00-4:00 pm at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 161...

Terrence Johnson

Terrence Johnson

Jun 10, 2023

Terrence "Terry" Harold Johnson passed away on June 9, 2023, in Bracebridge, Ontario, at the age of 79. Terry was born on July 20, 1943, in Toronto, Ontario, and was a true Canadian through and through.

Terry was a man of many talents. He worked for years at McDonnell Douglas in quality control,...

William "Bill" Hamblin

William "Bill" Hamblin

Jun 5, 2023

William Allen (Bill) Hamblin passed away on Monday, June 5th 2023 in Bracebridge, surrounded by his family, after a short battle with cancer. He was in his 82nd year. He is survived by his loving wife Sharon Learn Hamblin, his daughter Wendy and her partner Chris (Mooney)  and son Brian and his wife Hillary (Kimsal) , grandchildren Kellie McHugh,...

Richard Dewsbury

Richard Dewsbury

Jun 2, 2023

Richard A.F. (Rick) Dewsbury

December 22, 1934 – June 2, 2023

The family of the late Rick Dewsbury invites friends to join them as they share their memories and honour him as the unique raconteur that he was. A casual gathering with no planned...

Patricia Northmore

Patricia Northmore

May 24, 2023

Patricia Ann Northmore

July 28, 1936 - May 24, 2023

It is with profound sorrow that the family of Patrica Ann Northmore announce that she was called home on May 24, 2023 with her family by her side.

Pat was a devoted wife to her beloved husband Scott of 65 years, loving mother...

John Thew

John Thew

May 21, 2023

John George William Thew March 1, 1946 -May 21, 2023 It is with great sadness that our family would like to announce John's passing suddenly on May 21st after a short battle with cancer at the age of 77. He passed at home with his wife Bonnie of 44 years at his side. Cherished father of...

Murray Macdonald

Murray Macdonald

May 21, 2023

Murray Duncan MacDonald 1951 to 2023 age 72 Murray died peacefully at Andy's House on May 21, 2023. He leaves behind his wife, Brenda, and brother David. He was pre­deceased by his brother James (Audrey). He also leaves behind his step-sons Charlie (Kayla) and Adam (Melissa). He loved and found great joy in his grandchildren Danielle, Kendra,...

Katherine Messier

Katherine Messier

May 21, 2023

On May 21, 2023 at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, Katherine Messier passed away peacefully at the age of 66. Cherished wife of Charles.  Loved mother of Melissa and Jason (Sarah).  Beloved grandmother of Aaron, Katelin and Colton. Treasured sister of Pamella (Kevin) and Debbie.  Following Katherine’s wishes cremation has taken place and no formal gathering will take place.

In lieu...

Jack Ferguson

Jack Ferguson

May 19, 2023

Jack Ferguson passed away at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital in Huntsville on Friday, May 19th, 2023 in his 82nd year. Beloved husband of the late Sally (Preston) Ferguson (2018).  Cherished father of Jennifer Ferguson (Warren) and Sean Gillespie. Dear brother of Carolee Huffman (Fred) and Doreen Manley all of Peterborough. Predeceased by brother Stewart and brother-in-law Elwood. Cremation...

Shirley Salt

Shirley Salt

May 18, 2023

With sadness the family announces the passing of Shirley Salt (McLean) at the age of 92.  Beloved wife of the late Merle Salt.  Devoted mother of the late Jeffrey.  Dear sister of the late Glen (Maureen), the late Arnold (Shirley), Lois Snowden (the late Thomas), Linda Stevenson and Richard McLean (Carolyn).  Following Shirley’s wishes, cremation has taken place.  A private...

Brian Mayman

Brian Mayman

May 14, 2023

Brian Michael Mayman, age 80, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2023 at his home in Toronto following a brief illness. He leaves to mourn his loss his loving wife Linda Crawley and his sister Margaret Ann Luscombe. He was predeceased by his brother John Mayman. At his request there will be no funeral.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations...

Anna Crawford

Anna Crawford

May 10, 2023

Anna Maguerite Crawford (Olsen) passed away peacefully at Fairvern Nursing Home on May 10th, 2023 at the age of 85. Beloved wife (Gavin) Bruce Crawford for 64 years of trust, respect, understanding and Love. Loved Mother of Geoffrey (late Joanne Sequin), Alison (Steve Cole) and John (Maggie Zhou) Crawford. Cherished grandmother to the late Gavin Crawford, Katie (Curtis) Patterson, Jessie, Benji and Carly Crawford.  Greate...

Patricia Stevens

Patricia Stevens

May 7, 2023

Patricia Dawn (Thompson) Stevens, passed away at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge on Sunday May 7, 2023. She was surrounded by her family.

Beloved mother of Shane Stevens and his wife Debbie, Caroline (Carrie) Olsen and her husband Michael, Kim Bracken and her husband Samuel, all living in Utah.  Dearest grandmother of 21 grandchildren, and great-grandmother...

Louis Close

Louis Close

May 6, 2023

Our hearts are saddened to announce the passing of our dear son Louis Close, at the age of 36 on May 6, 2023, Toronto, ON.

He leaves behind to grieve his parents Leonard Close and Suzanne Imbeault, his brothers Chad and Brandon and his partner Jessie Fetterly and dear children Ava and Luca.

Cremation has...

Beverley Bullen

Beverley Bullen

May 5, 2023

Bullen, Beverley Ann

April 22, 1940 – May 5, 2023

Beverley Ann Bullen (nee Hooton), 83, of Gravenhurst, Ontario. Devoted wife of Robert Henry Bullen, loving mother to Chris (Julie), Lee (Michael), and Cheryl (Eric). Grandmother to Kaitlyn (Derek), Jennifer (Mark), Nikki (Troy), Kitch (Michelle), and Samantha. Great Grandmother...