Obituaries

Ross Ambrose Blanchard

Ross Ambrose Blanchard

Jan 12, 2024

 

With great sadness, the family announce Ross Ambrose Blanchard passed away peacefully on January 12th, 2024, at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital at the age of 83.

Beloved husband of the late Yvonne Blanchard (1999) and caring partner to Lorna Walkling. Treasured father of daughters Debbi Connick, Wendy Bertin (Mark) and son Jason Blanchard (Jenny). Dear grandfather to Kelsey,...

Herbert Paul Endress

Herbert Paul Endress

Jan 10, 2024

Herbert Paul Endress

August 1933-January 2024

 

(Herbert) Paul Endress lived 90 fulfilling years. Beloved spouse to Colette for 64 years, much admired father to Derek, Jeff (Mary), and Nicole (Marc), cherished grandfather – lovingly known as “Ada” – to Thomas, Monique, Sara, Jessica, Jenna, Josh, Zach, Angus, 10 great-grandchildren and a much-loved neighbour to Hazel and Fred Jahn (Grandpa Paul to Jennifer...

Joe McGuire

Joe McGuire

Jan 10, 2024

We are sad to announce the passing of Joseph John McGuire, at Lake Ridge Health in Oshawa on Jan. 10th/24, at the age of 64.  At his request there will be no funeral. He leaves behind his best friend Sandra McGuire (wife of 36 years), son Josh (Shari & family), daughter Deborah (Brock & family), and three beautiful grandchildren, Mya,...

Donald "Don" Edghill

Donald "Don" Edghill

Jan 10, 2024

 

Donald “Don” Edghill was suddenly taken from us on January 10th  2024 at the age of 55. He leaves behind his beloved partner Julia Charles. Loved son of Mildred and the late Bruce Edghill (2001). Cherished brother to Carl and his wife Barb Edghill, Eva and her husband Dave Colton. Treasured uncle to Vanessa, Rebecca, and Robert.  A Private...

Andrew Henry Robertson

Andrew Henry Robertson

Jan 9, 2024

Robertson, Andrew Henry

Andrew passed away peacefully at Andy's House, Hospice Muskoka on January 9, 2024, a day after his 59th birthday with his beloved wife Linda and their dog Dandy by his side.

Loving son of Janice and Donald Robertson (predeceased), dear brother of Tim (Kimberly), sister Julie (predeceased), loved uncle of Kyle, Jessica (Tomas), Warren (Jenn), Jenna, great...

Marla Yake

Marla Yake

Jan 3, 2024

Passed away suddenly but peacefully in her sleep, in her 83rd year. Loved mother of Sandra Waite and cherished Nanny to Emily (Austin) and Jack. Survived by her brother Tyrone (Onie) Yake and his wife Doreen and many nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life to be held at a later date. In Memory of Marla...

H. Carl Croker

H. Carl Croker

Jan 3, 2024

Croker, Henry Carl

Pastor H. Carl Croker ( 91) of Bracebridge, Ontario, went home to be with his Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, on January 3, 2024.

Predeceased by his loving wife of 66 years Doris Croker (Green), son to the late Henry and Olive Croker and dear brother to sister Audrey Elliott (Tom).  Adored father to Carolyn and...

Randolph Lionel Dempsey

Randolph Lionel Dempsey

Jan 1, 2024

In loving memory, Randolph Lionel Dempsey

August 16th, 1955 – January 1, 2024

 

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of a dearly loved husband, son, father and friend. Randy slipped away peacefully on January 1st, 2024, at SMMH in Bracebridge, ON. He leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter and cherished memories with his wife, Jean, and children...

Laura Jean Scott

Laura Jean Scott

Dec 31, 2023

Laura Jean Scott

July 23, 1940 – December 31, 2023

On December 31st, Laura Jean Scott passed away at home peacefully at the age of 83. Born on Bell Island, Newfoundland on July 23rd, 1940, she called Ontario home for the past 60-plus years. She was a loving mother to Chris McLean (Kelly), Orval McLean (Terri Ann), Shelley McLean (Peter),...

David Allan O'Brien

David Allan O'Brien

Dec 28, 2023

David O’Brien was known in the Bracebridge community for many many years as “Dave the doorman”, frequenting our local Tim Hortons. He was a kind soul with unfortunate mental challenges that did not change the fact that he had a huge heart and always wanted to help his fellow man. Dave will be missed by all, including his two living...

Brenda Marie Dawson

Brenda Marie Dawson

Dec 27, 2023

Brenda Dawson (Hillman)

On Dec 27, 2023 after a lengthy battle with Dementia,  Brenda Dawson passed away peacefully with her family by her side, at Andy's House Hospice.  She was in her 81st year.  

Beloved wife of Cliff for 59+ years.

Loved Mother of Glen (Jane), Sandra (Shaun) and Janet (Scott).

Cherished Grandmother of Sarah, Gregor, Cecily and Rachel.

Predeceased...

Dorothy Aileen McCullough

Dorothy Aileen McCullough

Dec 23, 2023

In Loving Memory of Dorothy Aileen McCullough (nee Lindquist)

 

Dorothy peacefully passed away in her sleep early on the morning of Saturday December 23rd.  She had fallen at home Thursday morning, fracturing her right hip and died at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital while waiting to go for her surgery at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie.

 

Predeceased...

Bernard James Black

Bernard James Black

Dec 22, 2023

It is with sadness, to announce Bernie Black passed away at The Pines on December 22, 2023 following his 84th birthday on December 17th.  He leaves to mourn his beloved wife Donna (nee Keall).  Cherished father to Carolyn (Dominic), Ron and Michelle (Darby).  Loved grandfather to Stephanie (Richard), Lauren, Cameron, Emily, Megan, Matthew and great grandfather to Madelyn and Charlie. 

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James Grills

James Grills

Dec 20, 2023

Peacefully with family by his side, James (Jimmy) Lindsay Grills of Algonquin Highlands, formerly of Orillia, died at Andy’s House in Port Carling on Wednesday, December 20th, 2023. James was in his 71st year. He was the beloved husband of Donna and a dear father to Josh (and Kate) and Jason (and Sam). James will be remembered as a loving...

Linda Hazel May Matthews

Linda Hazel May Matthews

Dec 18, 2023

Matthews, Linda Hazel MayIt is with heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of our dear Linda, at Andy’s House on December 18, 2023, at the age of 70.

Linda fought a courageous four month journey with an extremely aggressive form of cancer. Her determination and positive outlook shined through during her brain surgery, radiation and chemotherapy. Leaving a legacy...

Ruth Fern Fowler

Ruth Fern Fowler

Dec 15, 2023

Ruth Fern FowlerFebruary 26, 1931 - December 15, 2023Fowler, Ruth - Ruth passed away peacefully at home Dec. 15, 2023 at the age of 92.Beloved wife of the late Mervin Fowler.Loving mother of Debrah Goddard (the late Jan), Muriel Whalley (the late Tim), Melinda Deuling (the late William) and Merlin Fowler and wife Colleen.She will be missed by her grandchildren...

Georgina Briese

Georgina Briese

Dec 10, 2023

Georgina Briese, age 94, peacefully passed away in Hospice at Andy’s House in Port Carling on December 10th, 2023.

She was born on October 1st, 1929, to George and Mary McEachern in East York, Ontario.

She married Mervin Briese on August 14th, 1954, at Don Mills United Church and had 2 children, Barb, and Scott.

Georgina’s husband predeceased her in...

Robert John "Bob" Falvy

Robert John "Bob" Falvy

Dec 9, 2023

 

Robert John "Bob" Falvy

November 1, 1963 — December 9, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we are announcing the sudden and unexpected passing of Bobby, known by many as Robert or Bob Falvy. He passed in his sleep, in peace with an unexpected heart attack, in the early morning hours on Saturday December 9th, 2023 at the...

Betty M. Speck

Betty M. Speck

Dec 2, 2023

Betty M. Speck

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Betty (Margaret) Speck, age 85 on December 2, 2023, at The Pines Long Term Care Home in Bracebridge with family by her side. Betty was born in Muskoka. She is predeceased by her parents Alvin and Amelia Leeder.  She was a businesswoman in Bracebridge and owned...

Gilbert Murray Moore

Gilbert Murray Moore

Dec 1, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Murray Moore on December 1, 2023.  He had suffered a stroke in late August and struggled to regain his speech and language. 

Predeceased by his parents Norman and Mabel Moore and sister Donna Forth. 

He will be deeply missed by his loving wife Gloria, son Chad (Colleen), daughter Jennifer...