Obituaries

June Frances Pearson

June Frances Pearson

Nov 13, 2024

Passed away peacefully at Cassellholme in North Bay on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, in her 94th year. June is predeceased by her parents Carl & Ellen (nee Harrison) Pearson, her sister and brother-in-law Norma (Jim) Martin. Sadly missed by her friends. 

Arrangements are entrusted to Opatovsky Funeral Home- Moore Chapel. A graveside service will be held at Strong Cemetery on Tuesday,...

Myranda Botham

Myranda Botham

Oct 21, 2024

“Peanut”

Suddenly on Monday October 21, 2024 in Sundridge, of natural causes, Myranda was in her 28th year.

Beloved daughter of Randy Botham (Arlene) and the late Karen Hutchinson.

Sister of Rob (Valentine), James, Jenna, Linda (Brian), the late Pam and Alex (Bryce).

Aunt to Damian, Iris, Brittany and Amanda.

Granddaughter of Eleanor and Arthur Botham, the late Duke and Dutch Hellawell, Janet Phillips (Bernie)...

Agnes Kornhofer

Agnes Kornhofer

Oct 21, 2024

AGNES KORNHOFER

Peacefully with family by her side at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Monday October 21, 2024. Agnes, beloved wife of the late Eduard, was in her 88th year.

Dear mother of Brigitte Grima (Michael). Proud Oma of Sarrah James (David) and Christopher Grima (Kate) and very proud Omama to Dominic, Benjamin, Maxwell and Matthew.

Agnes is predeceased by her brothers Hannes...

Ronald Turner

Ronald Turner

Oct 20, 2024

Peacefully at Fairvern Nursing Home in Huntsville on Sunday October 20, 2024. Ron, beloved husband of the late Fay, was in his 90th year.

Dear father of Susan and Wendy (Kennedy). Proud grandfather of Ffion.  Ron is predeceased by his brothers Gilbert (Marian) and Calvin (Pat, Grace), and his parents Mary and Charles Turner.  Ron will be fondly remembered by his many nieces,...

Brenda Sim

Brenda Sim

Oct 18, 2024

It is in great sadness we share our Mom, Bren Sim unexpectedly passed away on October 18, 2024. 

She was the kindest loving caring Mom anyone could ever ask for. If you knew our Mom, you would instantly love her, she accepted everyone as her "other children".

She will be missed dearly. 

Brenda, beloved wife of the late Robert Sim, was in her...

John James Murphy

John James Murphy

Oct 17, 2024

Peacefully at home on Thursday October 17, 2024. John, beloved husband of the late Barbara was in his 95th year.

Dear father of Elaine Cryderman (Jim), Grant Murphy (Nancy), Heather Nelson (Guy). John is predeceased by his son Paul Murphy and son-in-law Rick Nelson.

Proud grandfather of Matthew, JJ, Andrew, Huy and Krista.

Great grandfather of Paige, Conner, Vanna, Lincoln, Kostyn, Harper, Leighna...

Ralph Conrad Minor

Ralph Conrad Minor

Oct 12, 2024

Passed away at St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto on Saturday, October 12, 2024, he was in his 75th year. Beloved husband of Catherine Minor (nee Waldriff). Cherished father of Neil Minor (Sarah) and predeceased by his daughter Erica Riley. Proud grandfather of Michael Riley (Paul Mabon), Aurora Riley (Michael Soulliere), Will and Oliver Minor. Survived by his siblings Gary Minor...

Earl Nelson William VanMeer

Earl Nelson William VanMeer

Sep 29, 2024

Passed away peacefully at the Huntsville Hospital on Saturday, September 28, 2024, he was in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of the late Davida VanMeer (nee Hayward). Cherished father of Earl VanMeer JR. (Andrea) and James VanMeer (Ayla). Proud grandfather of Tryton (Alyea-Suzanne), Mercedes, Mykel, Taniesha, Oliver, Clark, Eastyn and great-grandfather of Desmond. 

Arrangements are entrusted to Opatovsky Funeral Home- Moore...

Marty Corcoran

Marty Corcoran

Sep 21, 2024

Peacefully at Nipissing Manor in Corbeil on Saturday September 21, 2024. Marty, beloved husband and best friend of the late Donna (nee Howard) was in his 92nd year,

Dear father of Debbie Todd (Sam), Hal Corcoran, and Pam Corcoran (Chris Elton).

Proud grandfather of Adam Todd (Lynsey), Amy Todd, Kristen Corcoran (Corey Ransom) and great grandfather of Remington and Mason.

Marty is the...

Marjorie Elizabeth Burns

Marjorie Elizabeth Burns

Sep 18, 2024

Passed away peacefully with her family by her side at the Algonquin Grace Hospice on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, she was in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late George Burns. Cherished mother of Jim Burns (Laura), Bill “Bud” Burns and predeceased by her children Linda and Peter. Proud grandmother of Angela, Jill, Samantha (Nick), Kimberly, Christopher (Tina), Jessica,...

Marion Maxine Tilson

Marion Maxine Tilson

Sep 18, 2024

Peacefully at the West Parry Sound Health Centre on Wednesday September 18, 2024.

Marion, beloved wife of the late Gilford Tilson, was in her 85th year.

Dear mother of Marilyn Rigarlsford (late Jim), Kathy Hickey (Paul), and Teresa Tilson (David).

Proud grandmother of Chris (Amanda), Mike (Meaghan) and Cory (Jessica).

Great grandmother of Arial, Carson, Payton, Tilson, Jordan, Kaydance, and Brinlee.

Sister of Karen Smith,...

Janet Dorothy Hooyenga

Janet Dorothy Hooyenga

Sep 13, 2024

Passed away peacefully at the Huntsville Hospice on Friday, September 13, 2024, she was in her 78th year. Beloved wife of the late Henry Hooyenga. Cherished mother of Candy Niestroy (Peter). Proud grandmother of Katelyn. She will be sadly missed by extended family and friends. 

Family will receive friends at the Opatovsky Funeral Home- Moore Chapel on Friday, September 20, 2024...

Gregory Stephen Murray

Gregory Stephen Murray

Sep 11, 2024

Greg passed peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville. He will be dearly missed by his brother Scott (Ellie) and his sister Jane (Sue). Predeceased by parents Reid and Helen, and brothers Paul and Dan. Greg leaves a daughter, Stephanie, and many nephews and nieces. Greg was a retired police constable and musically gifted pianist. 

Cremation has taken place and interment...

Earl Newburn Wuilleme

Earl Newburn Wuilleme

Sep 6, 2024

Peacefully at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Friday September 6, 2024. Earl, dear son of the late Louis and Ellen Wuilleme, was in his 94th year.

Beloved brother of Carol Smith (late Jack) and predeceased by siblings: Harry, Ed (Mabel), Irene (Ernie), Oscar (Lorraine), Jean (Elmer), Bessie (Burt) and Vera (Heber).

Earl will be fondly remembered by his many nieces,...

Robert William Gilson

Robert William Gilson

Sep 4, 2024

Peacefully at North Bay Regional Health Centre on Wednesday September 4, 2024. Rob, beloved husband of Teresa, was in his 71st year.

Loving father of Brad (Glenda) and Charity (Ryan).

Proud grandfather of Lanie and Gustav (Emily).

Son of the late Gordon and Eilene Gilson and brother of Gord (Bonnie), late Doug, Sharon (Peter), Jim (Wendy), Lois (Ang), Steve (Shannon), Deb, Don, Jeanette...

Lauretta Jeanne Clements

Lauretta Jeanne Clements

Sep 3, 2024

Passed away surrounded by her loved ones at Lakeland Long-term Care in Parry Sound on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, she was in her 89th year. Beloved and cherished mother of Jaye Tuck (Brian), Penny Flower, Karen Ouellette (Paul), son-in-law Tom Boyes and is predeceased by her son Mark Morrison (Judy) and daughter Kelly Boyes. Proud grandmother of Shannon, Kirstin, Devin,...

Judith Ann Lawson

Judith Ann Lawson

Sep 1, 2024

Passed away peacefully at the Huntsville Hospice on Sunday, September 1, 2024, where she had been surrounded by her loved ones.

Beloved wife of Dennis Lawson. Cherished mother of Kristine St Pierre (Stephan St Pierre), Johanna Fraser (Eric Brunette-Carrier) and Tanya Fraser (Andrew Glenn). Proud grandmother of Paityn St Pierre, Nolan St Pierre, Saskia Brunette-Carrier, Soren Brunette-Carrier, Andrea Fraser and Ethan...

John Edward Hornibrook

John Edward Hornibrook

Aug 31, 2024

After an extended stay at the North Bay Regional Health Centre, John passed peacefully with family at his side. Devoted eldest son of the late Joseph and Wilma Hornibrook (nee Demaine). Survived by sister Hazel and brother Terry (Judi) of Strong Township; nephews Tom (Marie) of Alliston, Jim (Joel) of Toronto, Bill (Tammy) of Holstein and great uncle to Julia...

Alan Edmund Clark

Alan Edmund Clark

Aug 20, 2024

Alan Edmund Clark husband of Diana May nee Currie, son of the late Edmund and Margaret Clark formerly of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario passed peacefully into the presence of his Lord and Saviour August 20 at 1 AM at the North Bay Regional Health Centre at the age of 82 years old. Alan along with his wife Diana over the...

George Owen Darlison

George Owen Darlison

Aug 16, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that the Darlison family announces the sudden passing of George on Friday, August 16, 2024, he was in his 81st year. Cherished father of Shauna Darlison and Amberlea Darlison. Proud grandfather of Sydnee George Willis, Sabby Joseph Owen, Izaiya Titan, Sarah Louise Faith and great-grandfather of Blaze & Pheonix Freyja. 

George’s wishes were to be cremated....

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