Obituaries

James Howie Glass

James Howie Glass

Sep 21, 2024

It is with deep sadness that our family announces the passing of James Howie Glass, after struggling with a terminal illness, he passed away peacefully at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital on September 21 in his 68th year. 

He is survived by his daughter, Markie Glass; his son, Clayton Glass; step-daughter, Mellissa Lafayette; his 2 sisters, Joanne Glass, and Catherine Stutt; and...

Evelyn Clare Jones

Evelyn Clare Jones

Sep 20, 2024

Evelyn Clare Jones (Allott) July 7, 1930 – September 20, 2024

Evelyn "Eve" Clare Jones, born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on July 7, 1930, passed away peacefully at Castle Peak, Bracebridge, on September 20, 2024.

Eve's lifelong passion for music blossomed during high school when she took on leading roles in Gilbert and Sullivan operettas. Her singing teacher nurtured her talent, who encouraged...

James Ronald Nicholson

James Ronald Nicholson

Sep 20, 2024

James Ronald ‘Ron’ Nicholson passed away peacefully on Friday, Sept. 20, 2024 after a

challenging journey through dementia, but having enjoyed his life to the absolute fullest.

Ron was born May 1, 1947 to Mrs. Rene (née Leckenby) and Dr. Robert (Nick) Nicholson in

Hamilton, ON who both predeceased him. He was the youngest of the three Nicholson boys.

He leaves behind his wife...

John Jacob Patrick Charron

John Jacob Patrick Charron

Sep 19, 2024

Our beloved husband, father, brother, and uncle John Charron passed on September 19, 2024, at his home in Port Carling, in his 71st year,

John's BIG heart gave out and he died peacefully with his dear wife Anne (Gammon) of 40+ years by his side.

He was raised in Bent River and attended school there and at Watt Public as well as...

Marguerite June Woods

Marguerite June Woods

Sep 19, 2024

Sadly, Marguerite “June” Woods passed away at Algonquin Grace Hospice on September 19, 2024 at the age of 93. She leaves to mourn her daughter Karen Woods and many friends and relatives. 

 Following June’s wishes, cremation has taken place and an interment will take place later at Stephenson Cemetery, Port Sydney, ON.

 Donations in June’s memory to Hospice Huntsville  would be appreciated.

Beulah Blanche Smart

Beulah Blanche Smart

Sep 16, 2024

Beulah Blanche Smart (nee Brown)

Nov. 9, 1928 – Sept.16, 2024

Beulah Blanche Smart, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2024 at her home for the last six and a half years, The Pines in Bracebridge. Beloved wife of the late Chesley John Smart. Beulah was the loving mother to her three children, Debra (Bill) Roberts, Jeffrey (Marsha) Smart and Steven (Sharon)...

William Andrew Collier

William Andrew Collier

Sep 15, 2024

We are saddened to share the news of Bill’s death on September 15th, 2024 at Andy’s House Hospice in Port Carling, Muskoka. He was in his 63rd year.

Bill was the most loved son of Missy and Harry Collier of St. Catharines, and the dear brother of Carrie Trueland (Jim) of Burlington and Jennifer Fidanza (Sege) of Lockport NY.

Bill is survived...

Herbert Meinhard Wudke

Herbert Meinhard Wudke

Sep 14, 2024

Herbert Meinhard Wudke, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2024 at his home, for the last three and half years, The Pines in Bracebridge. 

Herbert was born in the city of Stettin, Germany in 1932. He cherished his childhood with his brother Gary and sisters Eleonore and Gertrude, sharing laughter and adventures. 

In pursuit of a brighter future he moved to Canada...

Aubrey James Wilson

Aubrey James Wilson

Sep 12, 2024

Aubrey James Wilson passed away at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital on September 12, 2024 at the age of 56. He leaves to mourn his father Aubrey Charles. He was predeceased by his mother Myrna. Cherished brother of Marvin and Harry (Tricia) and uncle to Katelin and Avery and will be remembered by many aunts and uncles. Cremation has taken place...

Lorraine Doreen Lawrie

Lorraine Doreen Lawrie

Sep 11, 2024

It is with great sadness the family of Lorraine Lawrie, of Bracebridge, Ontario announce her passing. Lorraine passed away peacefully on September 11th, 2024, surrounded by family.

Born on October 22, 1940, to her parents Nellie and James Robertson of Toronto.

Lorraine was predeceased by her husband Chuck (Charles) Lawrie and her brother Bob (Robert) Robertson.

She will be fondly remembered by her...

Allan McCelland McDonald

Allan McCelland McDonald

Sep 8, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Allan McDonald, who passed away peacefully after a long battle with dementia on September 8th. He was 84 years old.

Allan was a man of many talents, but his greatest passion was found in building and woodworking. Whether crafting beautiful furniture or repairing things around the cottage, his hands always...

Carol Anne Lepsoe

Carol Anne Lepsoe

Sep 8, 2024

We are deeply saddened by the loss of Carol Anne LEPSOE (née Kennedy), who passed away peacefully at Granite Ridge Retirement Residence in Gravenhurst, Ontario on September 8th, 2024, at age 85. Cherished wife of her late husband’s William Lawrence “Larry” Papiz (d. 1990) and Johan “John” Friele Lepsoe (d. 2013). Beloved mother to Diane Lynn Papiz and her spouse...

Ronald Wade Berry

Ronald Wade Berry

Sep 6, 2024

Donations in Memory of Ronald can be made to -

Sky River Meadows:

skyrivermeadows@gmail.com

(705) 787-5679

1263 Three Mile Lake 1 Road Utterson, Ontario

 

Bracebridge OSPCA

https://secure.ontariospca.ca/site/Donation2?7351.donation=form1&idb=1452992393&DONATION_LEVEL_ID_SELECTED=1161&df_id=7351&mfc_pref=T&7351.donation=root

Beverley Anne Iding

Beverley Anne Iding

Sep 3, 2024

Beverley Anne Iding (nee Cleland) died peacefully in the early hours of September 3rd, 2024 at Andy’s House hospice in Port Carling, after living with pulmonary fibrosis for a number of years. 

Beverley was born on July 22, 1935 in Toronto. She spent her younger years living on Glenholme Avenue in Toronto, with family living next door. She often reminisced about...

Joe Febbo

Joe Febbo

Sep 3, 2024

Febbo, Joseph “Joe”

Sadly, on September 3, 2024 with his beloved wife at his side, Joe Febbo passed away at his residence in Bracebridge at the age of 87. He leaves to mourn his beloved wife, Jill. Cherished father to Susan Febbo, Susan Febbo-Mathews, and Anna Attard. Loved grandfather to Erin, James, Allison, and Joelle and great-grandfather of 4. Loved brother...

Michael Frederick Stuart

Michael Frederick Stuart

Sep 3, 2024

Micheal Frederick Stuart died peacefully on September 3rd, 2024 at Soldiers Memorial Hospital at the age of 75. Michael leaves behind his children Candice Stuart and Chad Stuart, his sister Brenda (Stuart) Binstock and brother-in-law Stephen Binstock and their three children, Christopher, Matthew and Meaghan. He is predeceased by his parents, Margaret (Hoover) Stuart and Douglas Stuart. Michael lived his...

Hans Tomas Frommer

Hans Tomas Frommer

Aug 28, 2024

Hans Tomas Frommer,

Passed away peacefully on August 28, 2024, at Muskoka Hospice (Andy’s House) just short of his 95th birthday. He is predeceased by his loving wife, Luise Frommer. Loving father of Luise Frommer, Hans Frommer (Mhairi), Rita Gattoni (David) and Thomas Frommer (Diana). Cherished grandfather to Alicia, Brian (Sarah), Kyle (Stephanie), Celiegh (Steve), Michael (Hayley) and Molly (Simon). Great...

The Reverend Doctor Gordon John Freer

The Reverend Doctor Gordon John Freer

Aug 14, 2024

The Reverend Doctor Gordon John Freer died on August 14, 2024, at Andy’s House in Port Carling, Ontario, in his 97th year.

Gordon was born on July 23, 1927, in Climax, Saskatchewan, the son of the Reverend Dorman Elijah Freer and Julia Freer. He was a child of the prairies with memories dominated by drought, dust, grasshoppers, compassionate people, and the...

Clarence George Taylor

Clarence George Taylor

Aug 14, 2024

Clarence died at Muskoka Shores in Gravenhurst on August 14, 2024. He was born in Bracebridge on January 11, 1937, the eldest son of Walter and Edith Taylor (nee Barrett). He was predeceased by his sister Anne in 1970. He leaves to remember and celebrate his 87 years his brother Bill Taylor, sister-in-law Grace, nephew Joel Taylor (Dana Reed) and...

John Joseph Hartill

John Joseph Hartill

Aug 11, 2024

John Joseph Hartill died peacefully on Sunday, August 11, 2024 at South Muskoka Hospital, Bracebridge in his 88th year.

 Beloved husband of Sandra Hartill. He was a devoted father to Colin (Joanne), Marci (Mark) and Kim. Loving Grandpa to Keira, Quinn, Emily, Adam, Christianna (Kristina) and Brittany (Scott). Great Grandpa to Nate, Emma and Bennett. Sadly, he didn’t get to meet...