Obituaries

Jan 24, 2023

ROBERT LEONARD GRAY Of Burk’s Falls

Peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville, with his family at his side on Tuesday January 24, 2023.  Bob Gray, beloved husband of June, was in his 76th year. Loving father of Kelli (Bill), Leonard (Pam) and David (Rakel). Proud grandfather of Krystaline (Bret), Anaielle and Leora. Great grandfather...

Jan 19, 2023

Mathew Stanley Whitehead

Of South River

It is with heavy hearts that the Whitehead family announces the sudden passing of Mathew Stanley Whitehead on Thursday, January 19, 2023, he was in his 32nd year.  Much loved son of Stanley & Joanne Whitehead (nee Johnston).  Cherished...

Jan 18, 2023

MARION LOIS MAY

Peacefully and with family by her side passed away on January 18th 2023 in her 95th year. Marion will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by all of her family and many friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Burk’s Falls United Church on Wednesday, May...

Jan 17, 2023

Clarence John Tschantz

Passed away peacefully at the Orillia Soldier’s Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, January 17, 2023, he was in his 89th year. Beloved husband of Alita Tschantz (nee Eder). Cherished father of  Darla Smallwood and Vince Tschantz. Proud grandfather of  Trel Smallwood  and Trevor Smallwood both of  Keswick, ON. Son of Virgil and Zina Tschantz....

Jan 17, 2023

Kathleen Joan Judd

July 28, 1922 – January 17, 2023

Peacefully on Tuesday, January 17th,2023 in her 101st year, Kathleen Judd, beloved wife of the late Douglas.  Dear mother of Christine (Clifford).  Kathleen is survived by her grandsons Collin (Katie), Trevor and Kevin, great- grandchildren Tyson, Summer,...

Jan 16, 2023

YVONNE WILLS Of Kearney

It is with deepest sadness that we announce the passing of our loved one, Yvonne Wills. Yvonne has been a steadfast wife and friend to her husband Ross Wills. Yvonne was a dear Sister -in-law to Marilyn (Stanley) Manchuk, Cheryl (Richard) Philip, Valerie (Mark) Janke. Dearest Stepmom to Edward (Kim) Wills,...

Jan 13, 2023

MR. WILLIAM HENRY MARSHALL “Hank” Of Huntsville and formerly of Emsdale

Peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville on Friday January 13, 2023.  Hank Marshall, beloved husband of Peggy, was in his 94th year. Dear father of Carolyn Brendstrup (Trig), Janice Marshall (late Paul), Nancy Edson (Kent), Craig Marshall, Andy Marshall (Amy), and Kent Marshall...

Jan 8, 2023

Donna Durand “Gooch” of Sundridge

Suddenly at her home in Sunridge on Sunday January 8, 2023.  Donna, beloved wife of Andy and dear mother of Jade Baxter, A.J. and Max Durand. Loving daughter of Daphne (nee Warner) and the late George Gooch and daughter-in-law of Ruth Durand (Melvin). Sister of Mike Gooch (Melissa)...

Jan 6, 2023

Lorna Elizabeth Jackson-Hall

March 17, 1948 – January 6, 2023

In her pragmatic and humble nature, Lorna did not want any fanfare about her passing. In lieu of a funeral or memorial service, we will celebrate her life in words.

Born March 17,...

Dec 12, 2022

Alan John Caldwell

Of Burks Falls

Early in the morning on December 12, 2022 Alan John Caldwell left us to join his beloved dog Misty for an eternity of good fishing and hunting.

Since his birth on March 25, 1962 Al lived most...

Dec 12, 2022

JOYCE MARTHA ALICE KOURIS (nee Welch) of North Bay and formerly of Sundridge

Joyce passed away on Monday December 12, 2022, at the North Bay Regional Health Centre at the age of 87. Loving wife and best friend of the late Robert (Bob) Kouris and mother of the late Richard and Terry Hewitt. She is...

Dec 8, 2022

BESSIE MAY DARRAH (nee Priddle) of Sundridge

Peacefully at Muskoka Shores in Gravenhurst on Thursday December 8, 2022.  Bessie, beloved wife of the late Walter Darrah, was in her 94th year. Dear mother of Cathy Snell (Ralph), Bill Darrah (Sandra) and predeceased by her infant son John Darrah. Proud grandmother of Chris (Janet), Brian, Michael...

Dec 6, 2022

David Colin MacKay

Of Huntsville

Passed away peacefully with his family by his side in the early morning of Tuesday, December 6, 2022, he was in his 80th year.  Beloved husband of Barbara MacKay (nee Hurrell).  Cherished father of Darrin MacKay (Ann) and Donna Collins...

Nov 27, 2022

Debra Jean Rogers (nee Loney)

Of Sundridge

Passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 27, 2022, she was in her 68th year.  Beloved partner of Tom Crane.  Cherished mother of Shannon Rogers (Alex Stapleton).  Proud grandmother of Dimitri Rogers.  Lovingly remembered by her parents Harold &...

Nov 25, 2022

Dale Elizabeth Diotte Of Katrine It’s with a heavy sorrow filled heart that I announce the passing of my mother, friend, and my greatest cheerleader Dale Diotte.  Dale passed peacefully with her family at her bedside Friday November 25, 2022, following chronic medical issues.  I will forever miss your spunk and wonderful sense of humour, and all...

Nov 24, 2022

Russel Clair Worth of Katrine Peacefully passed away at the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Thursday November 24, 2022. Clair Worth, beloved husband of Sharon for 56 years, was in his 78th year. He leaves behind Shannon and his sons Bradley and Jordyn, Shawna (Brian), Monty (Christina), his pride and joy; granddaughter Holly Mehaffey, his friend of...

Nov 19, 2022

Donald Edward White

Of Magnetawan

Passed away peacefully at West Parry Sound Health Centre on Saturday, November 19, 2022, he was in his 93 year.  Beloved husband of the late Birdie Ellen White (nee Coombs).  Loving father of Terry White (Margie). ...

Nov 18, 2022

Leslie Thomas Maeck

December 13, 1942-November 17, 2022.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Leslie Thomas Maeck. Les passed away peacefully on Thursday November 17th at Eastholme in Powassan Ontario.  Beloved husband for 59 years, to Gail Maeck (Stringer). Adored father of...

Nov 17, 2022

Dean Ferrante of Emsdale Suddenly on Thursday November 17, 2022.  Dean was in his 56th year. Dear and loving father of Jake, Robyn and Christina. Beloved son of Valerie and the late Robert Ferrante and brother of Steven Ferrante (Emily). Dean was a hard worker and will be fondly remembered by his family and friends for his kind...

Nov 12, 2022

Jeanne Jorritsma (nee Woodward)

Peacefully at Muskoka Shores in Gravenhurst on Saturday, November 12, 2022. she was in her 94th year. Beloved wife of the late Peter Jorritsma. Cherished mother of James (Linda), Cathy (David), Anne (Tony), Gregory (Barb), Bonny and predeceased by her son Eddie. Proud grandmother of Bruce (Renota), Neil (Leslee),...