Obituaries

Jul 24, 2021

After a brief battle with an aggressive cancer, William (Bill) Forth passed away at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital on July 24, 2021 . Bill was predeceased by his wife of 49 years Edith (Dawson) in 2013.  Bill recently enjoyed the companionship of Ghislaine Laferriere, who also assisted with his caregiving at the end.

Bill is survived by his...

Jul 22, 2021

Yvette passed away peacefully at home in Bracebridge on July 22, 2021, in the arms of her beloved husband Ken, son Derek, and sister Imelda. Born on the island of St. Vincent and raised in Toronto.  Loving wife of Ken and adoring mother of Derek Marshall (Rebecca) of Squamish, BC.  Cherished gran to their boys Marley and Solomon. Much loved...

Jul 21, 2021

Passed away peacefully on July 21, 2021, at Algonquin Grace Residential Hospice, in her 81st year. Beloved wife of the late Thomas Mataija. Dear mother of James, Steven (Wendy), and Lisa (Roger). Cherished Baka (grandmother) of Maximilian, Mya, and Isabella. Loving sister of Frank (Tanya), Anna, and the late Nevenka.

Mary was born on August 20, 1939,...

Jul 19, 2021

In her 75th year, Jane Anne Hay (nee Boyer) passed away suddenly at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, in the evening on Monday, July 19, 2021. Jane was the beloved wife of the late Thomas Hay. Loving mother to Chris Young (Shelley) of Cambridge, and Debbie Marling (Chris) of Bracebridge; step-mother to Ken Yates (Deb) of Oklahoma, and Tara Lee...

Jul 18, 2021

BOWES, Betty Augusta “Gus” (April 23, 1932 – July 18, 2021) - It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of Betty Augusta “Gus” Bowes (nee Speedie), mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, in the wee hours of July 18, 2021, at Muskoka Landing in Huntsville.

Daughter of the late Dalton and Wilma Speedie (Lynn)....

Jul 16, 2021

It is with profound sadness that the family of Tom Fair announces his sudden passing on Friday July 16, 2021 at the age of 73, with his wife Carol by his side. Tom is survived by his wife, Carol Sinclair Fair, sister, Susan Fair Drew (Rick). A number of aunts, uncles and cousins. Nephews and nieces, Pete Moniz and...

Jul 13, 2021

FRANKLIN, Sidney Arthur “Art” - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a beloved husband, father, uncle, grandfather, and great-grandfather who left us much too soon.

Art was born in Wallaceburg, Ontario, on February 15, 1933, and was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on Tuesday, July 13, 2021, at South Muskoka Memorial...

Jul 13, 2021

Passed away peacefully with family by his side on Tuesday, July 13, 2021, at Andy’s House in Port Carling, at the age of 68. Andre was the beloved husband to Betty Jenkins (Gilbert) of 47 years. Cherished father of David, Lyle, and Stacy (Clayton) Bell. Proud grandfather of Zac Bell.  Dear brother of Wilda (Randy) Doyle, and Greg (Ingrid)...

Jul 13, 2021

Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 13, 2021, at Andy’s House Hospice in Port Carling, at the age of 75. Marlene was the beloved partner of Ross Blanchard for over 15 years.

Cherished mother of Jeff (Evyenia), and Neil (Naicee) Dempster. Loving grandmother of Talon. Dear sister of Ken (Janice) Dempster, and Kathy (Gord) Nicholson. Marlene also...

Jul 10, 2021

On July 10, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. Hugh Carlton Fairfield passed peacefully in the arms of his loving wife, daughters and family.

Hugh was Born December 9, 1931 in Selkirk, Manitoba. The oldest child of Finlay Robert Fairfield and Esther Jean Carpenter, Hugh loved to spend his time with his father in the Fairfield Woolen Mill. This...

Jul 8, 2021

It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of Toms Zvilna who went peacefully in his sleep on July 7, 2021 in his 75th year. He is survived by his partner of 43 years, Lynda Donovan, his loving step-children, Sheri (Jonathan and Mikayla) and Timothy and siblings Dace, Aina, twin brother Petris...

Jul 8, 2021

Passed away peacefully at his home, after a courageous battle with cancer, on Thursday, July 8, 2021, at the age of 58. Beloved partner of Sue Thomson. Cherished father of Leigha Johnston (Paul), Christopher Johnston (Stephanie), and Matthew Johnston (Alishia). Loving grandfather of Ethyn, Tyler, Izabell, Addison, Owen, and Gracie.

Leaves behind the mother of his children Sandra...

Jul 5, 2021

Bill was born in Toronto on March 17, 1945. He was raised in “The Beach” by two loving parents Stanley and Phyllis Dickinson. His childhood explorations of the Glen Stewart and Glen Manor Ravines as well as the shoreline of Lake Ontario kindled a love of nature that would gather momentum for the rest of his life. His enduring...

Jun 30, 2021

Nancy Lynn Day passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 30, 2021 at age 61. Beloved wife of Rick Wood. Big sister to Mike Ellis (Michelle). Loving mother of Alison, Lindsay, Shawna and Jennifer. Cherished grandma of Lillian, Chase, Flint and Sophie.

Born on April 18, 1960 in Bracebridge. She was raised in the little town of Baysville,...

Jun 28, 2021

Passed away at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, in Barrie, on Monday, June 28, 2021, at the age of 73. Ed was the beloved husband to Glenna (Peacock) for 52 years. Beloved father of Dwayne, Ken Bannister (Katie Marshall), Darren (the late Tammi Graham). Cherished grandfather of Savanah, Nikolas, Tailour, Noah, Julia, Hailey, and William. Proud great grandfather of Beau,...

Jun 26, 2021

Patricia Ann Paterson

January 7, 1948 - June 26, 2021

(Age 73)

of Bracebridge and formerly Gravenhurst, Ontario

Passed away peacefully at the Mariposa Hospice in Orillia, with her family by her side.  Patricia was...

Jun 26, 2021

Passed away peacefully at The Pines Long Term Care Home, on Saturday, June 26, 2021, at the age of 92. Ella was predeceased by her first husband Tom Hammond, in 1986, and her second husband, Woody Forth, in 2000. Loving mother of the late Steve, Dan, Bill (Ruth), the late Kim (Susan), and Kathy Kruger (Ludwig). Cherished grandmother of...

Jun 20, 2021

It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the sudden passing of Kenny on Sunday, June 20, 2021 in Bracebridge, Ontario. He was in his 76th year.

Kenny is predeceased by his parents Charlie and Betty and his younger sister Gwen. He leaves behind brother Leonard (Karen). Nieces; Liz and Pam (Real) Smith. Nephews;...

Jun 19, 2021

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Elizabeth Anne Bilz, aged 75 years, announce her passing on June 19, 2021. She is survived by her oldest son Mark Wesley John Bilz (Charlene); two granddaughters Amy Grace Carlton (Matthew), and Kimberly Elizabeth Bilz (Dylan); sister Marjorie Burris (Family); brother-in-law Bob Oliver (Family); great grandson Sylas James Carlton; and her loving...

Jun 16, 2021

HAWGOOD, Marjorie “Jean” (nee Jacobs) – Passed away peacefully with her son by her side, at The Pines Long Term Care Home, on Wednesday, June 16, 2021, at the age of 98. Jean leaves behind her daughter Wendy (Mike) Steffler, and her son Paul and his fiancée Wendy Thomas. Cherished grandmother of Kassondra, Jenny, Patrick, Michelle, and Tracy. Proud...