Obituaries

Oscar Thomas Sohm

Oscar Thomas Sohm

Aug 14, 2024

Oscar Thomas Sohm passed away peacefully at Belvedere Heights Home for the Aged in Parry Sound on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, he was in his 95th year. Fondly remembered by his sister Ruth, sister in law Mary Ann, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. As per Oscar’s wishes there will be no visitation or funeral service. A graveside service will...

Kenneth Barnes

Kenneth Barnes

Aug 10, 2024

Peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice on Saturday August 10, 2024. Ken Barnes, beloved husband of the late Audrey Barnes, was in his 88th year.

Loving father of Judy Barnes, Ron Barnes, Janice Barnes (Sheldon Rivers), Angela Barnes (Jeff Maki) and the late Bob Barnes.

Proud grandfather of Ray, Ken, Kaelin, Carson, Andrew, Christian, Kelsey, Cody, Nikala, Shane, Kyra and great grandfather of...

Raymond Budd

Raymond Budd

Aug 8, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Mr. Raymond Budd born in East York, and residing in Sundridge, Ontario, on August 8, 2024, in his 82nd year. 

In Ray's senior years, he enjoyed the simple pleasures of identifying and feeding all the different bird species in the area, the chipmunks, plain chicken wings, and beach days. Responding to his...

Helen Reid

Helen Reid

Aug 5, 2024

Peacefully at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge on Monday August 5, 2024.

Helen, beloved daughter of the late Hugh and Grace (nee Hart) Corbett, was in her 80th year.

As per Helen’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a graveside service will be held in the Stewart Memorial Cemetery, 1212 Dwight Beach Road in Dwight, Ontario on Wednesday September 18, 2024...

Nancy Hammond

Nancy Hammond

Aug 3, 2024

Nancy Marie Hammond (nee Pain) passed away peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket, on Saturday, August 3, 2024, just shy of her 78" birthday.

Nancy is survived by her two children, Kim Fisher (John Fisher) and Derek Hammond (Michelle Morrison). 

Dear grandmother of Noah Hammond, Kristy Fisher, Cole Fisher and Ruby Morrison Hammond. 

Nancy will be greatly missed by her loving cousins...

Beth Ellen Lamb

Beth Ellen Lamb

Jul 30, 2024

Beth Ellen Lamb (nee Johnston)

Mom peacefully passed away at Muskoka Landing in Huntsville on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 just one month shy of her 93rd birthday. Beloved wife of the late Alvin (2000), dear mother of David (Teresa Tsuji), Debra (Rebecca Hunter), and Donna Cockburn (Dirk). She was predeceased by her sons Donald (2017) and Brian (1960). Loving grandmother of...

Catherine Vera Bagnell

Catherine Vera Bagnell

Jul 29, 2024

Passed away peacefully at St. Mary’s Hospital in Kitchener on Monday, July 29, 2024, she was in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late William Bagnell. Cherished mother of Donna (Dave), Kathy, Mary Lou, Harry (Bernadette) and predeceased by her son Joseph Bagnell. Proud grandmother of Chantal, Cory, Melissa (Mike), Natasha, Kristopher (Jennifer), Ryan (Jess), Thomas (Michelle), Kaitlyn, Terra,...

Kelly Ann Kemp

Kelly Ann Kemp

Jul 28, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that the Kemp family announces the sudden passing of Kelly Ann Kemp at Eastholme in Powassan, she was in her 63rd year. Beloved daughter of Donna Kemp (nee Hornibrook) and the late Neil Kemp. Cherished sister of Bill Kemp (Debbie). Loving aunt of Cassandra Kulesh (Slava), Sarah Kemp (David), Michael Hughes (Amanda), Shannon Hughes and...

Hazel Jean Lydia Lower

Hazel Jean Lydia Lower

Jul 26, 2024

Passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Hamilton on Friday, July 26, 2024, she was in her 98th year. Beloved wife of the late Francis Roderick “Roy” Lower. Cherished mother of Brian Lower (Pat) and David Lower (Crystal). Proud grandmother of Terri Firlotte (Jarrod), Kelly Lower (Emily Jackson), Kevin Lower (Diana), Jason Lower (Sarah), D’Arcy Stokes (Tyler), Stacy Guay...

Pauline Marie Korber

Pauline Marie Korber

Jul 21, 2024

Passed away peacefully with the love of her life by her side on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at the Huntsville Hospital, she was in her 80th year. Beloved wife for 60 years to Gerhard “Gerry” Körber of South River, ON. Cherished mother of Paul Körber (Mary) of Hamilton, ON and Anne-Marie Height (Richard) of Mississauga, ON. Proud grandmother of Simona...

Joan Elsie Bonazza

Joan Elsie Bonazza

Jul 18, 2024

Peacefully with her family at her side at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Thursday July 18, 2024. Joan, beloved wife of Lorne for 60 years, was in her 80th year.

Loving mother of Carol Bonazza (Tom Mahood), and Nancy Ehl (Rob).

Cherished grandmother of Devon, Catlin (Madison), Trinity and Nicholas.

Great grandmother of Juniper and Harley.

Joan is survived by her siblings: Albert (Donna),...

Allan Wesley Gray

Allan Wesley Gray

Jul 12, 2024

Born in Etobicoke, Ontario on December 11th, 1956, Allan passed away at his home in Burks Falls, Ontario on July 12th, 2024. For many years, he suffered from COPD and was recently diagnosed with cancer. He lived a full life and adored his late dog, Buddy. His favourite pastime was riding his motorcycle which he did as often as he...

Shirley V. McManus

Shirley V. McManus

Jul 3, 2024

Peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Wednesday July 3, 2024. Shirley, beloved wife of Denis for 55 years, was in her 80th year.

Loving mother of the late Michael, Gregory (Lorrie) and David (Christine).

Proud grandmother of Michael, Taylor (Maria), Kaitlyn (Alex), Brooke, Nicole and Madeleine.

Dear sister of Allan Maki (Hope), Sylvia Romanko (late Fred) and predeceased by Wayne, Ed (late...

Willard Gordon Raaflaub

Willard Gordon Raaflaub

Jun 26, 2024

Willard Gordon Raaflaub, with daughters by his side, journeyed home to be with his Lord on June 26, in his 93rd year. 

Sincere thanks to the staff of Muskoka Shores, family and friends who helped along the journey.

Willard was the oldest of five boys born to Gladys & Gordon Raaflaub on July 18, 1931, in Magnetawan. He deeply loved his brothers,...

Peter Robert Febel

Peter Robert Febel

Jun 3, 2024

Peter Febel, son of the late Jack and Maria Febel, passed away suddenly at his home on Monday, June 3, 2024, in his 72nd year. He was the beloved husband of Barbara Febel for over 40 years. He is predeceased by his brother, Richard and survived by his sister, Ingrid Smith (Tom Fitzgerald). Peter was the dear father of Shelley Kelsey,...

Paul Maki

Paul Maki

May 23, 2024

Peacefully at Muskoka Landing in Huntsville on Thursday May 23, 2024. Paul, beloved husband of the late Linda was in his 79th year.Dear father of Jeff Maki (Angela). Proud Poppa of Kayla and Jessica Maki and great grandson Kingston.Brother of Shirley McManus (Denis), Allan (Hope), Sylvia Romanko (late Fred); predeceased by brothers Wayne and Ed (late Sylvia) and his parents Wenner...

Carol Ann Stinson

Carol Ann Stinson

May 11, 2024

Passed away peacefully with loved ones by her side at the Huntsville Hospital on Saturday, May 11, 2024, she was in her 76th year.  Beloved wife of Brian Stinson.  Cherished mother of Christine Bainbridge (nee Muise), David Muise, step-mother of Tera Stinson, Jason Stinson (Helen) and Leann Turner (Jason Robinson).  Proud grandmother of Jessica (Curtis), Darcy (Naren), Sarah, Chloe, Avery,...

Verna Mary Rickward

Verna Mary Rickward

May 4, 2024

VERNA MARY RICKWARD(nee Mason) of KearneyVerna passed away at the Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville on Saturday May 4, 2024, at the age of 88.Verna was born April 15, 1936, at Sand Lake, Kearney, Ontario to the late Carman and Sarah Mason. Verna was the oldest of their 3 children. Verna was always busy, she was involved with 4H, her church,...

Laverne Marchand

Laverne Marchand

Apr 25, 2024

Passed away peacefully at Cassellholme in North Bay on Thursday, April 25, 2024, he was in his 87th year.   Beloved husband of Heather Marchand (nee McMurray).  Cherished father of Randy Marchand (Kathy), Tamy Shearer (Dave), Tracey Chandler (Bruce) and step-father of Geordie Secord (Diana), Gary Secord and Kimme Lafayette.   Proud grandfather of many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Laverne will...

Douglas MacPherson

Douglas MacPherson

Apr 24, 2024

Passed away at home with his family at his side, on Wednesday the 24th April, 2024 in his 91st year. Loving husband of Anne (nee Stuart) for 69 years. Caring father of Stuart (Cheryl), Robert (Gráinne), Cameron (Terri), and Heather (Warren). Kind-hearted grandfather of Tyler (Stephinie), Christopher (Dante), Kirsty, Conor (Selena), Scott (Meike), and Lisa. Great-grandfather of Owen, Gabriella, and...

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