Obituaries

Doriene Colson

Doriene Colson

Jul 10, 2022

Doriene passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 10, 2022, at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital after a short illness.

Doriene was the eldest child of Arthur R. Colson and Alice J. Johnson.

She is survived by her sisters, Diane Robson (Gordon), Colleen Raymo, and Mary Campbell (Ben). Doriene was preceded in death by her brother James...

Ida "Eddie" Bailey

Ida "Eddie" Bailey

Jul 8, 2022

Ida passed away peacefully at home with family by her side on July 8th, 2022, in her 90th year. Daughter of Albert Pelissero and Emily Chiappero. She was predeceased by her loving husband Colin Bailey (deceased 1984).

Ida was the loving mother of her late son, John Bailey (Cindy) (deceased 2012), as well as her daughter, Debbie...

George Brooks

George Brooks

Jul 4, 2022

George Brooks passed away peacefully at his home on July 4, 2022. He was the loved husband of Marie Brooks, great father to his three sons, Alex (Linda) Andy (Maureen) and David. Fun grandfather to Jamie (Minju), Kailey (Scott), Stephen (Michelle). Great grandfather to Jackson and Griffin Brooks and Nash and Piper Maxwell. A private family graveside service will...

John Marling

John Marling

Jul 4, 2022

John passed away at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital on July 4th, 2022, in his 86th year. Son of Alexander “Sandy” Marling (d.1985) and Margaret “Skits” Marling (nee McVittie d.1986). He was predeceased by his wife of 57 years, Mary Anne (nee Dembroski d.2019). John was the loving father of Chris and his wife Debbie (nee Young). Proud Poppa to Spencer and...

Stephen Kauk

Stephen Kauk

Jul 3, 2022

Stephen Paul Kauk

April 10, 1983 – July 3, 2022

Steve passed away peacefully at home on Sunday July 3, 2022, at the age of 39, after a fierce battle with cancer. Steve’s journey over the last five years demonstrated his relentless courage in facing life’s challenges with a smile.

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Gary Etmanski

Gary Etmanski

Jun 28, 2022

We lost a great man, son, father, grandfather and great grandfather.  Gary Etmanski peacefully passed at Andy’s House, Port Carling on June 28, 2022 at the age of 69.  Cherished father to Kevin and Jody (Billy Hummel).

Beloved grandfather to Everly and Dustin and great grandfather to Scotlyn.  Loved brother to Susan Wilkes (Ron Wilkes), Richard Etmanski...

Frances Johnston

Frances Johnston

Jun 28, 2022

Peacefully at Andy’s House Muskoka Hospice on Tuesday, June 28th, Frances passed from this life and is now with her heavenly Father evermore. Beloved wife of Reg (passed 2005) and dear mother of son Ray. Sister of beloved brother Wayne and Dear aunt of Connie and Karen.

Probably Fran’s greatest achievement was that she was a caregiver...

Thomas Switzer

Thomas Switzer

Jun 22, 2022

It is with great sadness that the family of Thomas Owen Switzer announces the passing on June 22, 2022 at the age of 98.  Loving husband of Jean (deceased 2018) for 71 years.  Owen will be fondly remembered by his children Glenn (Mary), Gary (Kathy), Sandra (Peter) and Karen.  Cherished grandfather of Michael, Kevin, Cara, Stephen, Todd, Greg and...

Gerald Taylor

Gerald Taylor

Jun 20, 2022

CARD OF THANKS

A SPECIAL HEARTFELT “THANK YOU”!

TO: Dr. Ken Hotson, Nursing staff, Doctors, Kitchen staff, Housekeeping staff, X-ray staff, and Ambulance staff (all staff in general), at Muskoka Algonquin Hospital (formerly South Muskoka Memorial), thank you so much for taking excellent care of my...

Elizabeth Jenkins

Elizabeth Jenkins

Jun 18, 2022

Jenkins, Elizabeth (Betty) April 14, 1951- June 18, 2022

It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that we say goodbye to our Mother, Betty Jenkins. Passing peacefully at Andy’s House in Port Carling with family by her side at the age of 71. Beloved wife of the late Andre Jenkins, loving daughter of the late Douglas...

Barbara Bryant

Barbara Bryant

Jun 17, 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce Barb Bryant passed away peacefully in her 75th year at The Pines on June 17,2022.  Barb had a rare neurological disease which she fought for four years with the support of her devoted husband by her side every single day.

Loving wife of Jim of 53 years; loving mother...

Kevin Smith

Kevin Smith

Jun 16, 2022

Kevin passed away peacefully on June 16, 2022 at the age of 50.

After a long and valiant battle with cancer, Kevin had fought through many health issues the past several years remaining strong and positive throughout it all.   Kevin fought hard until the very end, as the warrior he was.

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Ruth Johnson

Ruth Johnson

Jun 15, 2022

We are saddened to announce the passing of Ruth Carol Johnson at Mariposa House on June 15, 2022 at the age of 88.  Predeceased by spouses Arnold Johnson and Herman Bosley.  Loving mother to the late Greg, Wayne (Susan), Neil (Diane), Carol (Danny), Garnet (Camille) and Eric (Donna).  Cherished grandmother to 11 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.  Beloved sister to...

Thelma Simmons Bennett

Thelma Simmons Bennett

Jun 14, 2022

Thelma Pearl Simmons Bennett died peacefully in her sleep at The Pines Long Term Care Residence on Tuesday June 14th 2022 in her 94th year . Predeceased by her first husband Russell Simmons and second husband William Bennett.  Loving mother of Nathan and daughter-in-law Deborah Simmons . Dear sister of Hilton (Harry ) predeceased by her brothers Clarence ,...

Scott "Scottie" Lees

Scott "Scottie" Lees

Jun 13, 2022

It is with overwhelming sadness we announce the passing of Scott Lees on June 13, 2022 at the age of 59. Scott leaves behind his beloved his wife Jeanette, sons Derek, Luke, Logan and granddaughter Brooklyn that he loved to the moon and back.  Scott was born and raised in Bracebridge by Wilda and Turk Lees.  He was brother to Brian...

Robert Hassell

Robert Hassell

Jun 9, 2022

We are saddened to announce the passing of Robert Charles Hassell in his home in Oshawa.  Beloved husband of Laura Smith.  Cherished children Karyn and David (Sarah) and loved grandchildren Casey, Sydney, Makayla, Summar and Travis.  Loving sibling Ann (Bruce).  Predeceased by his parents John and Jennie Hassell.

Family are receiving friends on Friday, June 17, 2022...

Lutz Eichhorn

Lutz Eichhorn

Jun 6, 2022

With sadness we announce the unexpected passing of Lutz Eichhorn on June 6, 2022 at his residence in Bracebridge.  He was born in Wuppertal, Germany, the son of Gerd and Hildegarde Eichhorn both of whom predeceased him. His family moved to Canada when he was a young boy and he grew up in Thornhill and King City, Ontario.

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Donald Speck

Donald Speck

Jun 5, 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Donald Calvin Speck who passed away at SMMH on Sunday June 5, 2022 with his wife and daughters by his side.

Don was born on June 14, 1931 in Bracebridge, Ontario and at the age of 13 he started work at Muskoka Trading a local grocery...

Donna Medley

Donna Medley

Jun 2, 2022

Donna Grace Medley of Bracebridge, Ontario passed away peacefully at The Margaret Bahen Hospice in Newmarket on Thursday June 2, 2022 after a short battle with cancer, in her 77th year. Predeceased by parents Wilfred and Gladys Pearson as well as her loving husband Ken Medley and eldest daughter Michelle Anstis (David). Loving mom of Jenny Barnes (Peter) and...

Richard Bowes

Richard Bowes

May 31, 2022

Alan passed away peacefully in his 94th year on May 31, 2022 at Muskoka Landing in Huntsville, after a brief illness.  Predeceased by his loving wife of 66 years, Betty Bowes (nee Speedie).  Survived and lovingly remembered by his children Anne D’Andrea (Mike), Julie Bowes (Stephen), Shawn Bowes, Jane Bowes Poulsen (Niels), Gloria Bowes (Randy) and Amy Piché (Paul)....