Obituaries

Deborah Ruth Kidd

Deborah Ruth Kidd

Nov 21, 2023

 

Deborah Ruth (Beard) Kidd 

July 2, 1957 to November 21, 2023

Peacefully at Lanark Lodge on November 21, 2023, at the age of 66, Deborah Ruth Kidd passed away. Debbie is predeceased by her husband of 41 years, Dan; and her father, Clive.  Debbie is survived by her mother, Margaret and her siblings Paul, Beverley and Penny; and by...

Douglas Dobbs

Douglas Dobbs

Nov 20, 2023

 

Passed away peacefully at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge on Monday, November 20, 2023, he was in his 70th year.   Beloved brother of Earl Dobbs (Linda Blackmore), Edward Dobbs (Mary-Lou) and sister in law Linda Leggett.  He is predeceased by his parents Roy & Rachael (nee Tennant) Dobbs and brother Clarance Dobbs.  Sadly missed by many friends...

Dawn Kelsall

Dawn Kelsall

Nov 19, 2023

Passed away peacefully in the early evening of Sunday, November 19, 2023. Dawn was a loving sister, aunt, great-aunt and friend to many. She will be greatly missed by her extended family and friends. We find solace in knowing that Dawn is now reunited with her family in Heaven. Dawn was the only daughter of the late Leonard and Emmeline Hall. Dear...

Christina Phinney

Christina Phinney

Nov 18, 2023

Suddenly at home on Saturday November 18, 2023.  Christina was in her 47th year.Daughter of Les Phinney (Barb) and the late Betty Whitehead. Sister of Betty and predeceased by her brothers: Jimmy, Brian and Scott.Aunt of Stephanie and Trevor.A graveside service to celebrate Christina’s life will be conducted in the Spring of 2024.Arrangements have been entrusted to the Opatovsky Funeral Home-Dempster...

Kenneth McLaren

Kenneth McLaren

Nov 16, 2023

Peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville on Thursday November 16, 2023. Ken, beloved husband of the late Joanne was in his 89th year.Dear father of Wes McLaren, Debbie Sisel (Jeff) and Sandy Niemczak (Peter). Proud grandfather of Victoria (Sam), Cody (Tracy), Chris (Jaimee), Nicole (Joe), Kenny, Jessica, Tyler, and Darcy.Great grandfather of William and Harper.Ken is survived by his brothers...

Helen May Penfold

Helen May Penfold

Nov 15, 2023

Peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Wednesday November 15, 2023.  Helen, beloved wife of Ron, was in her 89th year.Dear mother of Bryon Leach (Nancy), Sharlene Dziuban, Debbie Lalonde (Gilles) and the late Paul Leach.Proud grandmother of Jenny Lynn, Steven, Michael, the late Mark and 6 great grandchildren. Helen is the beloved daughter of the late Coral “Joe” and Etta...

William Hokstad

William Hokstad

Nov 12, 2023

Our dad, William (Billy) Peter Hokstad left this world on November 12th, 2023 at the age of 65. He will be sadly missed and will always hold a place in our hearts for “love is all you need.”  We will remember Billy through every Beatles melody, Uriah Heep classic riff and Black Sabbath power chord. His musical knowledge was unmatched...

Ivan Rogers

Ivan Rogers

Nov 2, 2023

 

Ivan Rogers, age 84, passed away on November 2, 2023 in Gravenhurst, Ontario. Today we say thank you for all that you gave us as dad, grandpa, teacher and coach.

 

Ivan was born on June 24, 1939 to Herman Ervin Rogers and Luva Lottie (Howse) Rogers in Eaton Corner, Quebec.  He spent his early childhood in a rural...

James Dennis Graham

James Dennis Graham

Oct 25, 2023

 



 Jim (Jimmy) Graham

 

With a kind, generosity of spirit and a selfless love for his family, he forever touched the lives of all who crossed his path. “He was one of the good ones”.

 

Jim passed away on the evening of Oct.25th, with tears, humour, music and stories; in the loving presence of his family.

 

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Alfred North

Alfred North

Oct 22, 2023

Peacefully at The West Parry Sound Health Centre on Sunday October 22, 2023. Alfred North, beloved husband of the late Julia, was in his 86th year. Dear father of Lorraine North (Gerald), Tim North (Trish) and Joe North (Monique). Proud grandfather of Taylor, Lindsay, Katherine and Krista. Great grandfather of Cassandra,Alfred is survived by his brother Harvey (late Brenda) and will...

June Gray

June Gray

Oct 19, 2023

Peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville, with her family at her side on Thursday October 19, 2023.  June Gray, beloved wife of the late Bob, was in her 74th year.

Loving mother Leonard (Pam) and David (Rakel) and stepmother of Kelli (Bill).

Proud grandmother of Krystaline (Bret), Anaielle and Leora. Great grandmother of Elysia, Deseray, Kailey, Dakota, and...

Robin Byerlay

Robin Byerlay

Oct 17, 2023

Peacefully and surrounded by his family at St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto on Tuesday October 17, 2023.  Robin, beloved partner of Patricia Reid was in his 55th year.

Loving father of Casey Mosley (Ryan), Bridget Reid, and Shannon Young (Jacob).

Proud grandfather of Keira, Kaiden, Tanner and Malia.

Dear son of Ira Byerlay and Joan Beauvais and survived by his...

Margaret Mary Helena Bartlett

Margaret Mary Helena Bartlett

Oct 15, 2023

 

Margaret Mary Helena Bartlett (nee Courvoisier)

Of Magnetawan

 

Passed away peacefully at the Algonquin Grace Hospice on Sunday, October 15, 2023, she was in her 80th year.  Beloved wife of the late John Wallace Smith.  Margie is predeceased by her parents Fred & Anna Courvoisier, sister Doris Coombs and nephew Marty Coombs.  She will be fondly remembered by...

Duncan Alfred Marshall

Duncan Alfred Marshall

Oct 14, 2023

Passed away peacefully at the Huntsville Hospital on Saturday, October 14, 2023, he was in his 85th year.  Beloved husband of the late Wilma Marshall (nee Gray), and partner of Sue Medland.  Cherished father of Danny Marshall (Kim) and Douglas Marshall (Debora).  Proud grandfather of Spencer and Ryan Marshall.  Lovingly remembered by his brother and sister Dalton (Frances predeceased), Evelyn Dault...

Violet Montpetit

Violet Montpetit

Oct 13, 2023

Violet Montpetit

 

 

It is with profound sadness that the family of Violet (Vi) Montpetit announce her peaceful passing on October 13 2023 at the age of 83 years, surrounded by all her children.  She is predeceased by her loving husband Turner Montpetit of 61 years.  She is lovingly remembered by her three children: Colette (Dan), Melanie, Matthew (Jennifer),...

James Paul Schmidt

James Paul Schmidt

Sep 27, 2023

 

James “Jim” Paul Schmidt

Of Burks Falls

 

It is with heavy hearts that the Schmidt family announces the sudden passing of Jim on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, he was in his 64th year.  Beloved husband of Kelly Schmidt (nee Nekon).  Cherished father of James Peter Schmidt and daughter-in-law Candace. Proud grandfather of Austin Schmidt.  Sadly missed by his...

Barbara Ann MacKay (nee Hurrell)

Barbara Ann MacKay (nee Hurrell)

Sep 26, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that the MacKay family announces the passing of their loved one at the Huntsville Hospital on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, she was in her 77th year.  Beloved wife of the late David Colin MacKay.   Cherished mother of Darrin MacKay (Ann) and Donna Collins (Keith).  Proud grandmother of Colin MacKay, Craig MacKay, Kristin Lake (Matt), Shaun...

Donna Hoffman

Donna Hoffman

Sep 23, 2023

 

Donna Hoffman 1942 - 2023Passed away suddenly of cancer at Nanaimo General Hospital in Nanaimo, B.C. at 81. Beloved longtime partner of Norman Brown and loving mother of Craig Hoffman. Survived by sister Marilyn Hall and sister-in-law Sandra Smillie.  Predeceased by parents Thomas Rufus and Irene McAmmond and brother Lenard. Sadly missed by Norman’s daughter Lori and her family...

Cora May Ilmen

Cora May Ilmen

Sep 22, 2023

Peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Friday September 22, 2023.Mrs. Cora Ilmen, beloved wife of the late John Ilmen, was in her 92nd year.Loving daughter of the late Winnifred and Borden Phillips and predeceased by her siblings: Albert “Bus” Phillips (late Linda), Pauline Smith (late Mike), Glenda Todd and Laura Rowley. Sister-in-law of Jim Todd and Joe Rowley.Dear aunt...

Howard Grant Hill

Howard Grant Hill

Sep 20, 2023

Passed away peacefully at Nipissing Manor in Corbeil on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, he was in his 95th year.  Beloved husband of Marilyn Hill (nee Kennedy).  Cherished father of Liam Hill (Laurie) and Morgan Hill (Jean Marie).  Proud grandfather of Kimberley, (Rob), Christopher, Kurtis, Kaitlyn (Steve) and Kelsey and many great and great great grandchildren.Lovingly remembered by his extended family...

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