Obituaries

Harold Simkin

Harold Simkin

May 5, 2023

HAROLD GORDON SIMKIN

JUNE 20TH 1942-MAY 5TH 2023

With heavy hearts and great Sadness, we announce the passing of Harold Gordon Simkin at soldiers' memorial hospital on May 5th, 2023

Pre-deceased by his parents Hazel Penney nee Garness, Simkin and Harold Simkin sr , stepfather...

Raymond Morgan

Raymond Morgan

May 1, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Raymond John Morgan at the age of 86 after a courageous battle with dementia. Even though his memories of us may have faded, our memories of him will last forever.

Raymond is predeceased by his loving wife, Josephine (2003), and his brother Bill (2009).  He is...

Sheila Primmer

Sheila Primmer

May 1, 2023

At Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie on Monday, May 1st Sheila (Parker) Primmer of Baysville in her 81st year.  Beloved wife of Charlie Primmer, together for 54 years. Dear mother of Marty and Kenny and step-mother of Kathy, Kevin and Karen.  Loving grandmother of 10 grandchildren and 1 great-granddaughter. Predeceased by her sister Marlene. A funeral Service will be...

Joyanne Paget

Joyanne Paget

Apr 27, 2023

Paget, Joyanne Mary

We are sad to announce the passing of Joyanne Mary Paget (Pelissero) at the age of 78, on April 27, 2023 at Andy’s House hospice.  Joyanne was predeceased by her parents Albert and Emily Pelissero, as well as two of her sisters, Elsie Enrico and Ida Bailey.  She is survived by her sister Rosie Cook, several nieces...

Kenneth Cuttress

Kenneth Cuttress

Apr 23, 2023

In Loving Memory of

Kenneth Maurice Cuttress

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Kenneth Maurice Cuttress on April 23rd, 2023, in his 86th year at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge surrounded by family.

He is survived by his four...

James O'Rourke

James O'Rourke

Apr 17, 2023

It is with very great sadness that we announce the sudden but peaceful passing of Jim O’Rourke, at the age of 70, on April 17, 2023.  Cherished by his wife of 45 years Patricia (née Creamer), his children Laurie and Thomas, daughter-in-law Kyley (née Duncan), and his grandchildren Hope, Keira, Gage, Seamus, Connor and Lochlan.  Most beloved older brother...

Robert Cornell

Robert Cornell

Apr 15, 2023

Robert E. Cornell

Clevelands House

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our father, Robert (Bob) in his 90th year, on April 15th at Andy’s House in Port Carling.

Beloved husband to Fran for 65 years, cherished father of Sharon (Ted), David (Karen) and Sandy. Proud grandfather of Taron (Matt), Taylor (Megan) Carruthers; Graeme, Andrew, and...

Andrew R. "Andy" Thomson

Andrew R. "Andy" Thomson

Apr 12, 2023

THOMSON – Andrew R. “Andy” of Bracebridge passed away at Andy’s House, Port Carling on April 12, 2023. Beloved husband of the late Jacalyn V. “Jacky” (2017). Loving father of Jocelynn Clark (Rob), Andrea Southwood (Ryan) and Geordan Thomson (Diana). Proud grandfather of Brandon & Kira Clark, Kenzie & Andrew Southwood and Danya & Mariah Thomson, great-grandfather to Piper....

Mary Beth Hartill

Mary Beth Hartill

Apr 12, 2023

Mary Beth passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, at Andy's House, Hospice Muskoka in Port Carling after a brief battle with cancer. She was 55. Mary Beth was born in North Bay to Carol and the late Jim Hartill (2020) on February 10, 1968. Dearly loved sister to Stephanie and special aunt to Cameron and Paige Ballard....

Gail Wood

Gail Wood

Apr 9, 2023

Gail passed away early April 9th after a brief illness at the age of 84.

She was the beloved wife of the late Thomas Wood who predeceased her. Gail is survived by her brother Neil Gonneau. She was predeceased by her brothers Irvin, Doran, Norval and sisters, Violet, Elsie, Noreen and Teresa.

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Paul Gilbert

Paul Gilbert

Apr 4, 2023

After a long battle with cancer, Paul passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, on April 4th at Andy’s House Hospice in Port Carling.  Beloved son of predeceased Evelyn and Douglas Gilbert, brother of predeceased Betty (Andre).  Loving brother to Sheila (Donald) and Debbie (Joe).  Uncle of Stacey (Clayton), David, Lyle, Holly, Crystal, Brent, and Brooke.

Paul...

Kevin Vincent

Kevin Vincent

Apr 3, 2023

Kevin Edward Vincent has passed away unexpectedly on April 3, 2023.  He was born on March 29, 1966 and son of Patricia Vincent and Alvin Vincent.  Brother to Randy Penrose (Geri) and Kim Molyneux (Jim).  Nephew to Judy (the late Bill), Dianne (Delbert), and Uncle John (Trish), cousins Glen Nicholson (Yvett), the late Sharon, Joey (Brenda), and Brenda (Barry).  ...

Rev. Dr. James A. Thomson

Rev. Dr. James A. Thomson

Apr 3, 2023

Passed away on Monday, April 3rd 2023 at Andy’s House, Port Carling in his 94th year. Beloved husband of the late Evelyn (Settle) Thomson. Loving father of Stuart Thomson (Deborah), David Thomson (Leslie) and Dr. Eoin Thomson. Dear grandfather of Eric, Bethany, Kaelagh and Isaac, MacKenzie, Madison and Taylor and great-grandfather to Rico, Renson and Benny. He will be missed by...

Judy Morrow

Judy Morrow

Apr 1, 2023

Gardenia Judith "Judy" (Walbridge) Morrow

- An interment of cremated remains will take place at the Bracebridge Municipal Cemetery Saturday, June 3rd at 3 pm followed by a celebration of life at Bracebridge Lions Club, 325 Fraserburg Rd.

--Passed away suddenly but peacefully at Muskoka Shores, Gravenhurst on Saturday, April...

Alfred Mortimer

Alfred Mortimer

Mar 29, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that the family sadly announce the passing of Alfred “Alf” Mortimer (the second), on March 29, 2023. He was in his 100th year. Beloved, devoted husband to the late Lois Helen Jean Mortimer (nee Sutherland).  He is survived by daughter Pamela Blair, grandson Jonathan Blair (Nada) & great grandson J.J. The family is saddened by...

Wilbert Riley

Wilbert Riley

Mar 20, 2023

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Wilbert Allen Riley. He died peacefully on March 20th, 2023, at Muskoka Landing, Huntsville, Ontario, in his 81st year. He was lovingly embraced as a husband to the late Leona (Lee); a strong father to the late Robert Riley, Peggy Pearcey (Ken), and Danny Riley (Darlene); a cherished grandfather...

John "Jack" Van Der Jagt

John "Jack" Van Der Jagt

Mar 15, 2023

Less than eighteen hours after the passing of his dear wife Sylvia (Lover), of 73 years Jack is ascending into heaven to continue the love affair. He died peacefully on March 15 at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital. Jack was the family patriarch and a fierce protector of everyone he loved, right to his last breath.  He was a loved...

Sylvia Van Der Jagt

Sylvia Van Der Jagt

Mar 14, 2023

It is with great sadness her family announces the passing of Sylvia van der Jagt in her 93rd year.

Sylvia died peacefully on the afternoon of March 14, 2023, at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital with her family at her side. She was a cherished and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother to her husband John (Jack)...

Ronald Bezoff

Ronald Bezoff

Mar 12, 2023

Ron died unexpectedly on March 12, 2023 at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge and will be dearly missed by his wife Merle (Overholt) Bezoff. Father to Greg, Chris, Michael (Carrie Topham) and Lisa (Hocking), he was also a special grandfather to Ethan (Abby), Austin, Dylan and Mary. A small private gathering of family was held at Reynolds...

Darryl Berdan

Darryl Berdan

Mar 11, 2023

The family of Darryl Berdan is saddened to announce his unfortunate and unexpected passing at 58 years of age.

A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, May 26th at 10:30 AM at Bracebridge Municipal Cemetery, 19 Lilac Lane, Bracebridge.

He will be lovingly remembered and sorely missed by the love of his...