Obituaries

Betty Lou Kennedy

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

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

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...

Karen Evelyn Boyd

Karen Evelyn Boyd

Nov 6, 2023

 

Karen Evelyn Boyd passed away peacefully at Andy’s House in Port Carling on November 6, 2023.

Karen was born in Bracebridge on April 9, 1962, to John Dennis Boyd and Evelyn Florence May Boyd. Karen will be greatly missed by her Momma Evelyn Boyd and her siblings James Boyd (Traci), Gregory Boyd and Brenda Boyd, nephews, and nieces John...

Elizabeth Marion Foulkes

Elizabeth Marion Foulkes

Nov 1, 2023

 

FOULKES, Elizabeth Marion (nee Penney)

May 15, 1928 - November 1, 2023

Passed away at The Pines Long Term Care Home, in her 96th year. Betty is predeceased by her husband of 71 years, Harold Foulkes, and, sadly, their son, Doug.

Surviving her are daughter, Linda Moses (Jim); granddaughters, Heather Cermak, and Ashley Thompson; great-grandsons, Quinton, and Mason Cermak;...

Audrey Alvina (Thrift) Dawson

Audrey Alvina (Thrift) Dawson

Nov 1, 2023

 

DAWSON, Audrey Alvina (Thrift)

 February 24, 1935 – November 1, 2023

Audrey Alvina (Thrift) Dawson died peacefully at Muskoka Shores in Gravenhurst on Wednesday November 1st at the age of 88, with her children present.

Dear Mother of Rhonda (Murray) Taylor, Alan (Charlene) Dawson, and Janet (Greg) Readman, all of Bracebridge.

Loving Grandmother of Jeremy (Sheila) Taylor, Pamela (Justin)...

John Andrew Schell

John Andrew Schell

Oct 27, 2023

We are saddened to announce the passing of John Schell on October 27, 2023 in  his home at the age of 51.  He leaves to mourn his dear mother Jessie Schell and surviving siblings Samual Wagar (Chantal), Roger Wagar (Anna), Brenda Clements (John), Elsie O’Brien (Frank), Debra Boudreau (Gilles), Douglas Schell, Karen Schell, Keith Schell and was predeceased by his...

Olavi Melvin Sikola

Olavi Melvin Sikola

Oct 24, 2023

 

Olavi Melvin Sikola- Passed away on October 24, 2023, at the age of 91, with family by his side.He was predeceased by his dearly beloved wife and love of his life Ida Sikola, his brother Karl Sikola, and his sister Taimi Skalin.

Dearly missed by his sister Mamie Polawski (Heinz) and brother-in-law George Skalin, Nieces and nephews; Sheila Cumming...

Doug Kamachi

Doug Kamachi

Oct 22, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Doug Kamachi after suffering a sudden cardiac arrest. He died peacefully on October 22, 2023 at RVH in Barrie at the age of 59 surrounded by family.

He is survived by his wife and best friend Jenn, daughters Sarah ( husband Jon Slaughter) and Megan, granddaughter Lia, brother Stephen...

Helen Adele Fairfield

Helen Adele Fairfield

Oct 21, 2023

On October 21, 2023, Helen Adele Fairfield passed away peacefully in her sleep.  Born on June 23, 1931, she was the beloved daughter of Harold Robert Sanderson and Adelgunda Kopeski and the cherished sister of Sandra Bogseth.  She was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

The family sincerely appreciates the compassionate and competent care she received from Andy’s House.  She is sorely...

Eric Forge Parker

Eric Forge Parker

Oct 20, 2023

Eric Forge Parker passed at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital on October 20, 2023.

Eric was born to Lloyd Lorne Parker and Kathleen Edith Parker (Longhurst) on November 24, 1944, in Gravenhurst, Ont. Eric spent his life devoting himself to his parent's legacy of Parkers’ Marina, in Windermere.

Eric will be deeply missed by his partner Denise McChesney, Son Craig Parker,...

Leslie Ross Snell "Les"

Leslie Ross Snell "Les"

Oct 15, 2023

 

Leslie Ross Snell

1952 – 2023

 

Les was born in Allensville and resided on the Snell Family Homestead until he was 2 years old.  He moved and grew up in Raymond when his parents Ross & Anke Snell purchased a farm there.

 

During his 20s and 30s, he spent time in the Sudbury ON area, Edmonton AL,...

Todd E. Frankland

Todd E. Frankland

Oct 14, 2023

Todd E. Frankland July 20, 1963 – October 14, 2023

 

Passed away peacefully with family at his side, at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, Bracebridge on Saturday, October 14, 2023 at the age of 60.

 

Born in East York on July 20, 1963, the family moved to the Keswick area where he remained until college, after which,...

Wilma Agda Meeks Dauphin

Wilma Agda Meeks Dauphin

Oct 13, 2023

On October 13, 2023 Wilma passed away with family by her side at Fairvern Nursing Home in her 95th year.  She is predeceased by both husbands Osburn “Bill” Meeks (2001) and Gerald Dauphin (2014).  Cherished mother of the late Trudy, Bill (Michele), Donald, Lloyd (Christine), Dianne (Clendon), Steven (Phoenyx).  Treasured grandmother of Tracy, Billie-Joe, Sarah, Dawson, Kimberley, Catherine, Brittany, Geoffrey,...

Darnell Joan White

Darnell Joan White

Oct 10, 2023

We are saddened to announce, Darnell White of Utterson, passed away on October 10, 2023, at Algonquin Grace Hospice, Huntsville in her 73rd year. Beloved spouse to Donald Panchuk.  Cherished mother to Duane (Sabrina) step children William, Betty-Jo (Doug) and loved grandmother.  Dear sister to Loretta (Carl), Dixie (Ben), Dorie (Joe), and Shar (Coco) and sister-in-law Jane (Damien) and many nieces,...

Carman Placido

Carman Placido

Oct 8, 2023

On October 8, 2023, Carman passed away peacefully at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital at the age of 95.  He was predeceased by his cherished wife Edith Placido (2005).  Loved father of the late Brian (Kim) and Patricia Gaetan (Bruce McIntosh).  Beloved grandfather of Evan and Michael.  Carman was predeceased by all his siblings.

Following Carman’s wishes, cremation has taken...

June Pierre

June Pierre

Oct 7, 2023

 

 June Doreen (Mazey) Pierre

June passed away peacefully with family by her side at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital on October 7, 2023 at the age of 94.  She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Jack (2000), son Terry (Lorraine), and all of her siblings – John, George, Gladys, Laura, Doris and Bill. Loving Mother of her son, Bill,...

Lyle William McIntyre

Lyle William McIntyre

Oct 1, 2023

LYLE WILLIAM MCINTYRE 

PPOC Master of Photographic Arts,+2 BARS;,FPPO

CANADIAN Professional PHOTOGRAPHER 1986

PPA(USA) Craftsman (CPA), MASTER (MPA)

Please note: A Celebration Of Life will take place at Patterson Kaye Resort (1360 Golden Beach Rd, Bracebridge, ON P1L1W8) on Saturday, May 25, 2024 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm with tributes taking place at 2:30 pm.  Janice would appreciate an RSVP to sandra.corry22@gmail.com.  

 

Lyle...

Marette O'Brien

Marette O'Brien

Sep 30, 2023

On September 30th, 2023, with family by her side, Marette peacefully passed away at home at the age of 94. Predeceased by her loving husband John (Jack) O’Brien.  Survived by brother Gerald (Pamela) Fry, daughter Delia, and granddaughter Marie Colwell (Matthew).  Special aunt of Paul Fry (Marie) and Michael Fry (Laura). Great aunt of Nathan, Avery and Evan Fry and...

Kirk Michael Dillon

Kirk Michael Dillon

Sep 29, 2023

 

Kirk Michael Dillon, March 24, 1986 -September 29 2023, born in Guelph and raised in Hespeler, he embarked on a journey that led him to various locations and allowed him to forge meaningful connections with people along the way. He was a beloved son, a loving brother, a cherished father, an honoured uncle, and a good friend to all....