Gwyneth Christine McKay
Apr 2, 2026
Gwyneth Christine McKay passed away April 2, 2026, at the Pines Long Term Care Home in Bracebridge, ON. Born January 11, 1941, Gwyn was 85 at the time of her passing after a short battle with cancer.
Gwyn was born in Jamaica to Eric Carlton Ormsby and Flauna Joyce (Lloyd) Ormsby and immigrated to Canada in 1952. Married in 1962, she...
William Stanley "Stan" Greer
Apr 1, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stan at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, Bracebridge on April 1st, 2026 at the age of 92. Reunited with his beloved wife Shirley. Stan was a dear brother to Helen (d. Bob) Stephens, the late Gord (Helen) Greer, Irvin (Jean) Greer and Marilyn (d. Stan) Beirness. Loving Father of Jennifer...
Christopher Clement Davis
Mar 31, 2026
On Tuesday March 31st, 2026, Chris passed away peacefully at Muskoka Hills Retirement Villa at the age of 87. Beloved spouse to Sandra Helen Davis (predeceased). Cherished stepfather to Lynne Harvey (Jim Willis) and step granddaughter Brooke Willis.
After leaving Toronto in 1995, Chris spent nearly 25 years in the town of Dorset which he treasured and loved, followed by 3...
Kenneth Neil Wettlaufer
Mar 30, 2026
Kenneth Neil Wettlaufer, born November 9, 1940, in Gravenhurst, Ontario, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, March 30, 2026, at the age of 85, after a courageous battle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and Multiple Myeloma.
Ken spent much of his childhood in Gravenhurst, graduating from Gravenhurst High School before pursuing a variety of careers that all reflected his natural...
Keith Stewart Shantz
Mar 25, 2026
On Wednesday, March 25, 2026, Keith Stewart Shantz died at Andy’s House in Port Carling just three weeks short of his 91st birthday. He was raised on the Mennonite farm of his parents, Leonard and Idella Shantz, Kitchener, ON. He is survived by his beloved wife, Gayle Mitchell, two of his brothers: Howard (Barbara) and Dale (Sharon), plus cousins, nieces...
Isobel Walker
Mar 24, 2026
On March 24, 2026, Isobel Walker died at Andy’s House at the age of 88, after a long battle with illness. Beloved partner of Rod White (predeceased). Treasured mother to Kim (Frank), Vicki White, Beth (Dale) VanAssche, Dan White, Frank (Jill) White, and Terry. Predeceased William (Marg) White and Gail (Larry) Rogers. Cherished grandmother to Rodney and Tori VanAssche. Predeceased...
Aubrey George MacNaughtan
Mar 22, 2026
Following with the family's wishes, private cremation has taken place. Those wishing to remember Aubrey are invited to make a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation in his memory.
Verlie Darlene Fetterly
Mar 22, 2026
On Sunday, March 22 Verlie Fetterly sadly left us at the age of 83. She fell asleep peacefully with her beloved spouse, Wayne Roberts by her side. Treasured Mother to Terry, Tod and Cindy. Cherished grandmother to Jessie, Kelsie, Haily, Myles, Ava, Luca, Marky and Everlie. Loved daughter to Russell and Ida Fraser. Lastly, devoted Aunt to many.
Many times, I’ve...
John "Paul" George Bates
Mar 21, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of John “Paul” George Bates at the Parry Sound Hospital on March 21, 2026, at the age of 81. He was born to John “Ross” and June Alice Bates, on May 12th, 1944, in Welland, Ontario. He was one of two children and is survived by sister Alice “Sharon”...
Lorraine Haines Smith
Mar 14, 2026
Lorraine Smith
Member of the Eastern Star, Sunderland
Peacefully, after a lengthy illness on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at the Extendicare Nursing Home in Lindsay, at age 89. Lorraine (nee Haines) beloved wife of Isaac Smith of Lindsay, formerly of Toronto, Newfoundland, Ajax, and Saintfield. Loving mother of Cathie and her husband Bruce Turner of Bracebridge, Larry Smith and his wife Angie...
Jane Gordon
Mar 12, 2026
It is with heavy hearts the family of Jane Gordon announce her peaceful passing on March 12th, 2026, at the incredible age of ninety-nine, only 8 days shy of her 100th birthday.
Jane was the dear wife of the late Murray Gordon and a devoted mother to her five children. Jan (Jim), Judy (Kevin), Patti, Peter (pre-deceased), & John.
She was a...
Louise Kirbyson
Mar 12, 2026
Louise Kirbyson (née Hammell)
October 2, 1943 – March 12, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Louise Kirbyson announce her peaceful passing at Andy’s House on March 12, 2026, following a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was 82.
Louise was the beloved wife of the late Bev Kirbyson. She was a devoted mother to Grant Kirbyson (Elaine),...
Marjorie Helen Dorothy Sawyer
Mar 5, 2026
MARJORIE HELEN DOROTHY SAWYER
OCTOBER 12, 1936 - MARCH 5, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our MOTHER, Marjorie Helen Dorothy (Lee) Sawyer. She passed away peacefully, at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital on March 5, 2026. She was surrounded by her loving family.
Survived by her loving husband of 70 years, Harris (Bud) Sawyer and their 8...
Thomas Bryan Payne
Mar 4, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our father, Thomas Bryan Payne, in his 98th year. Tom passed away peacefully on March 4, 2026, at Trillium Manor in Orillia, with his son Rob and daughter Nancy at his side.
Tom was predeceased by Reta, his loving wife of 60 years. He will be dearly missed by his...
Kathleen Mary Lefebvre
Mar 4, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kathleen Lefebvre on March 4th, 2026 in her 83rd year at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital.
The thought of joining her loving husband Emile was such a comfort which she felt and expressed up until the very end.
Cathi’s nurturing, unwavering support and boundless love will forever live on in the...
Garry Wayne Cockburn
Mar 3, 2026
Peacefully, in the early morning hours of March 3rd, 2026, Garry Wayne Cockburn, in his 83rd year passed away after a long, courageous battle, always and forever surrounded by his family.
Predeceased by his father Colin, mother Gladys and brother Jimmy (Delia), Garry is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 60 years, Dianne (Soper). He was loving...
Hélène Marie Diane Brochu
Mar 1, 2026
It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family announces the sudden passing of Hélène Marie Diane Brochu on Sunday, March 1, 2026 at her home in Bracebridge Ontario at the age of 67. Cherished sister of Marie-Anne (late Ernest) Chrétien, Suzanne (Richard) Brochu-Ranta, Denis Brochu, Pauline (Bruce) Wallace and cherished friend, Melanie Rogers. Hélène was predeceased by...
George Wayne Danby
Feb 26, 2026
It is with broken hearts that the family of Wayne Danby announce his passing on February 26th, 2026, at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital. Dad will be deeply missed by his family, friends and colleagues from his long career as a conservation officer with the Ministry of Natural Resources in Massey, Ontario and the High Falls office in Bracebridge.
He leaves behind...
Margaret Elizabeth Minder
Feb 25, 2026
It is with deep love and sadness that our family informs you of the passing of our beautiful mother, Margaret Minder (Seheult) in her 82nd year. Marg lived a life filled with hope, connection, dedication, joy and heart, and is now waiting for her Saviour, Jesus Christ to call her from her sleep.
Marg was born on November 30th, 1944, in...
Bob Barbet
Feb 21, 2026
Robert Barbet passed away peacefully at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, on February 21st, 2026, at 80 years old.
Beloved husband of Carol and loving father of Terry Beauchamp (Mandi), Troy Beauchamp (Cindy), and Crystal Schell (Dale).
He was cherished grandpa by Ayden, Natalie, Jackson, Hailey, and Great Grandpa to Bennett. Son of the late Edward Barbet and Gertie (Vern) Redfern. Eldest...
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