Obituaries
L. Gerald Patterson
Mar 16, 2024
Peacefully passed away at Cassellholme in North Bay on Saturday, March 16, 2024, he was in his 87th year. Beloved son of the late Leonard & Emma (nee Stayner) Patterson. Cherished brother of Audrey Mollison & Lockie Patterson (Betty) of Sundridge. Gerry is predeceased by his siblings Judy Kelsall, Milton Patterson, Mabel Patterson and Keith Patterson. He will be fondly...
Philip Victor Merson
Mar 16, 2024
It is with heavy hearts the Merson family announces the passing of Philip on Saturday, March 16th, 2024 at the age of 82. Beloved husband of Roxanne Merson. Cherished father of David (Justine) McKean, Tracey (Roy) Wintemute, Martin Merson, Allison (Justin) McKean, Nathan Russell and Veronica Merson. Proud grandfather and uncle to many. Sadly missed by his sister...
William G. Adams
Mar 14, 2024
Peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville on Thursday March 14, 2024, just one week before his 85th birthday.Father of Suzanne (Jim), Dianne (Rob), Ken (Stephanie), Tim (Rhonda) and the late Jimmy.Proud grandfather of Shaelyn, Ryan, Jacob, Benjamin, Kyle, Nikki, David (Leanne) and the late Jacqueline.Great grandfather of Logan and Darius.Bill will be fondly remembered by Shirley and is predeceased...
Bertha Luella Yvonne Fox
Mar 14, 2024
Passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, March 14, 2024, in her 59th year. Beloved wife of Paul Fox. Cherished mother of Robin & Mary Fox. Sadly missed by her siblings, nieces and nephews. Bertha is predeceased by her parents Harold & Mary (nee Peacock) Mantieffel and brother Murvin Mantieffel.
Cremation has taken place at Forest Lawn Crematorium. Arrangements...
Sandra Boles
Mar 11, 2024
Suddenly at home on Monday March 11, 2024. Sandra, beloved wife of Dave, was in her 78th year. Dear mother of Brad (Tina) and Jamie (Natasha).Proud Granny to Sam, Lauren, and Robbie.Dear sister of Sharon, Peggy (John), Robb (Brenda) and sister-in-law to Barb and Dean. Sandra is predeceased by her parents Horace and Anne Blyth.A mother figure and friend to...
Donald George Barker
Mar 10, 2024
Peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Sunday March 10, 2024. Don, beloved husband of the late Marlyn, was in his 84th year. Special friend of Lorrie Cleveland.Dear father of Karen Carmichael (Brent), Steven Barker, Brenda Barker and the late Ken Barker.Proud grandfather of Alisha, Andrew, Kyle, Jeffrey, Sheldon, Lyndsey, Tiana, Benjamin, Olivia, Eileen and Gordon. Great grandfather of Owen, Aiden,...
Bill Johnston
Mar 7, 2024
Peacefully at home on Thursday March 7, 2024. Bill, beloved husband of Gillian, was in his 79th year.Dear father of Dallas, Mai-Lynn (David), Sean (Ashley) and Scott (Jade).Proud grandfather of Skye, Lily, Carter, David, and William.Bill is survived by his siblings Carol (Al), Ron (Gloria), Brian, Betty (Ross), predeceased by Bonnie, Glen and Ross and parents Gordon and Isabel Johnston.Bill...
Ruth Armstrong
Mar 5, 2024
Yesterday afternoon, March 5, 2024, Ruth in her 98th year flew away on her final adventure; quietly, gently, faithfully, and happily. Beloved mother of Faye, son-in-law Greg Field, grandchildren Emily Armstrong, Katelyn Field, Jessica Field, Jordan Field (Victoria Jakobson) and great grandson Henrik.Predeceased by her husband Arthur and son Timothy, sister Norma Paul, brothers Jim Paul and Frank Paul and...
Ida Isobel O'Shaughnessy
Mar 2, 2024
At Huntsville Hospital on Saturday, March 2, 2024 with her husband Larry by her side, Ida O’Shaughnessy of Sundridge, Ontario formerly of Listowel, Ontario passed away in her 89th year. Beloved wife of Larry O’Shaughnessy. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Tom Rheubottom (Dori), Heather Pauli (Ken) late Jim Rheubottom (Linda). Always remembered by grandchildren, Derrick, Sandi (Brad), Victoria, Daniel, Sarah...
Charles James Van Duzen
Feb 27, 2024
It is with heavy hearts the Van Duzen family announces the sudden passing of Chuck at the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, February 27, 2024. Born on February 17, 1947 to Charles and Angeline (nee Peters) Van Duzen. Chuck in his 77th year, enjoyed a full life with family and friends. He had a long career trucking, and in...
James W. Miller
Feb 25, 2024
Peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice on Sunday February 25, 2024. Jim Miller, beloved husband of Andrée and the late Sarah, was in his 95th year.
Dear father of Michael, Jennifer (Jim), Helen (Randy), Christina (David), and Fern (Kevin).
Proud grandfather of Joshua (Cydney), late Megan, Benjamin, Noah, Connor, Lauren, and great grandson Theo.
Jim will be lovingly remembered by Andrée’s children: Nycole (Julie),...
Henry Brown
Feb 15, 2024
Peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Thursday February 15, 2024
Henry, beloved husband of Nellie and the late Sandra, was in his 87th year,
Dear father of Patricia Reid (late Robin), Janet Galway (Matt), Toni Durham (Denis), Ellie, Ben and Reenus.
Proud grandfather of Casey, Bridget, Shannon, David, Todd, Jacob, Patrick, Laura, and many great grandchildren.
Henry is survived by his sister Bernadette...
Vida Coombes
Feb 14, 2024
Peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Wednesday February 14, 2024. Vida, wife of the late Arthur, was in her 92nd year.
Loving mother of Marie Jarick (Blaine), Linda Mercer (Jack) and Cathy Putman (Jim).
Proud grandmother of many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Dear sister of Betty, Tom (Joan), Leonard, Arnold and predeceased by siblings Cecil, Ray, Grace, Blanche, Stanley, Marie, and her...
Elizabeth Marion McGirr
Feb 14, 2024
Beth McGirr, the indomitable matriarch whose spirit illuminated the lives of those around her, passed away peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on February 14, 2024, in her 95th year, surrounded by her loving family.
Beth was the beloved wife of the late Ormond McGirr and the proud mother of Steven (Shelley), David (Patty), Andrew, and Jane (Jamie). Cherished grandma to—Jeff...
Madeline Marie Robinson
Feb 9, 2024
Passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones at the Huntsville Hospital on Friday, February 9, 2024, she was in her 77 year. Beloved wife of the late Larry Allen Robinson. Cherished mother of Pauline Laycock, Lorne Manary (Carrie), Shannon Robinson (Terrie-Lynn Brooks-Robinson), daughter in law Julie Manary, she is predeceased by her son Michael Manary. Proud grandmother of Victor,...
William Henry MacDonald
Feb 2, 2024
On February 2nd, 2024, Huntsville said goodbye to one of its finest with his family by his side.
Bill was born in Huntsville to parents Norman and Helen (nee Wallace) MacDonald on February
28th, 1943. He is now reunited with his beloved wife, Gertie, who predeceased him in 2006. Bill
is survived by his sons Scott (Cheri) and David (Angele) and daughter Susan...
Clara Catherine Brownlow
Feb 2, 2024
Peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Friday February 2, 2024, with her husband and daughter at her side.
Clara, beloved wife, and best friend of Sam was in her 81st year.
Proud mother of Lisa Murphy.
Born and raised in St. Catharines, Clara Cain and Sam Brownlow met when he would play back catch for her baseball team. High school sweethearts, they...
Wesley Howard Newburn Sr.
Jan 31, 2024
Peacefully at Eastholme in Powassan on Wednesday January 31, 2024.
Father of Wesley Newburn Jr.
Son of the late Howard and Ruby Newburn.
Brother of Malcolm, Bernice and Lorna.
Wes will be fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews, other family, and friends.
The family is so appreciative of the kind and compassionate care Wes received at Eastholme.
The family will receive visitors at the Opatovsky...
Norman Jackson Mason
Jan 29, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our husband, father, and grandfather, Norman J. Mason, on January 29th, 2024.
Norman was born in Sand Lake, Ontario, on March 31st, 1939, and he spent his life in the area he loved dearly, the Almaguin Highlands. Despite seeing a great deal of the world through travel, he was proud...
Rev. Neil Danny Steenson
Jan 28, 2024
On January 28, 2024, Rev. Neil Danny Steenson was unexpectedly called home by his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Born February 1, 1958, chosen son of the late Daniel McFall Steenson and Marie Winifred Steenson (nee Henderson); husband of Sally Patricia Steenson (nee Gallinger); brother of Kathleen Marie Trottier (Yvan) and the late Daniel Henderson Steenson. Father of Bethany Joylynne...
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