All Obituaries

 Passed away suddenly at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie, on Sunday, February 23, 2020. At the age of 62. Beloved husband and best friend of Gail deVries.  Loving father of Shanda deVries, and Cody deVries. Much loved brother of Corby Kennedy (Rob Burrows). Son of the late Peter and Shirley deVries. Brother-in-law of Bruce Fraser, Sheila Tokarek, Joyce McNab, Ruth Kotchapaw, Pete Fraser, and Marion Hughes. In keeping with Peter’s wishes, cremation has taken...

Passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at Huntsville Memorial Hospital at the age of 89. He was the beloved husband of the late Margaret Wicks. Loved son of the late Israel and Daisy (Vincent) Wicks of Wesleyville, NL. Dear brother of Elva (Bill), Jsesse (Delilah), John (Lillian), and Jim (Jean). Predeceased by his first wife Myrtle, his sister Annie (Bob), his brothers Cyril (Mary), Gordon (Eleanor), Marshall (Doris). To honour his wishes, cremation has taken place and a graveside...

Passed away at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital, suddenly on Thursday, February 20, 2020. At the age of 63. Beloved Spouse of Terri Wallis.  Loving father of Andy Rivers (Gabrielle). Cherished grandfather of Ayden, Renee, Cooper. Dear brother of Paul, Bill, Greg, Carrie, and Lisa. Son of Margaret and the late Alfred. Predeceased by his brother Andrew. Jeff will also be missed by his nieces, nephews and friends. Remembered fondly for his dedication to hard work and love for his...

GRAVESTONE, Robert Harold – Passed away at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital on Thursday, February 13, 2020 in his 78th year. Bob was the beloved husband of the late Linda Young. Loving stepfather of David Sanderson. Dear brother of Alice Joly, Walter Gravestone (Lucille), and the late Russell Gravestone. He will also be missed by his cousin Margaret Morrison & other cousins, nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held at...

PIDDIINGTON STEPHENS, Richard Warren – Passed away at home on Wednesday, February 12, 2020 after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. He was in his 73rd year. Rick was the beloved husband of Gail for over 52 years. Loving father of Kim Alder (Colin), Mike Stephens, and Shawna David. Cherished grandfather of Joshua, Eric, Desiree, and Destiny. Great grandfather of Faith, Savanna, and Bennett. Dear brother of Linda and Barb. Predeceased by his brothers Buck and Rick. Rick will also...

DICKS, Tony Burkley – Passed away peacefully with family at his side, at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, on Sunday February 9, 2020. Tony was in his 64th year. Survived by his mother Effie Dicks and the mother of their children Marie Holmes. Loving father of Angela Dicks, Ashley Dicks (Christopher Harrison), and Ryan (Sandra Tipple). Cherished ”Papa D” of Tiffiny, Gloria, Willow, Suzy, Tayler, Devin, Drew, Bradley, and Matthew. Dear brother of Chesley (Carol), Edgar...

MORRISON, Nancy Lynne (Christian) – Passed away at Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital on Sunday, February 9, 2020 with family by her side. She was in her 74th year. Nancy was the beloved wife of Dennis. Loving and proud mother of Mike (Diane). Dear sister of the late Ron Coon (Sue), John Christian (Elsie), Dale Boone (Earl), Laurie Wallis (Doug), and Bruce Christian (Vero). Sister-in-law of Donna Drinkle (Glenn). Cherished “Aunt Nan” to Janice, Elaine (Ross), Jim...

BROWN, Hilary – Passed away peacefully, after a valiant battle with cancer, at her home in Gravenhurst, with family by her side, on Saturday, February 8, 2020. Hilary was in her 73nd year. Beloved wife of Leo Sepa. Loving mother of Christopher Brown (Amanda). Dear stepmother of Anthony Sepa (Spring), and David Sepa (Cindy). Cherished grandmother of River, Wiley, Alexander, Elizabeth, William, and Joshua. Sister of Myrna Foley (Jim), and Howard Brown. Hilary will be sadly missed by her...

STARK, Jennifer Lynn (Runham) – Passed away at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, February 5, 2020 in her 44th year. Jennifer was the beloved wife of Michael Stark. Loving godmother of Breanna. Dear sister of David Runham. Sister-in-law of Peter Stark (Peggy). Special aunt of Jaxon, Lincoln, and Ashley. Loved Daughter of William and Susan (Herd) Runham. Jennifer will also be sadly missed by her special friends Nicole and David and their children Ethan, Morgan, and...

Keith Holland Metcalfe July 5, 1923 - February 3, 2020   WW II Veteran, 1st Canadian Paratroop Battalion. Passed away peacefully at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie, with his daughters by his side.  Beloved husband to Jean (deceased) for 68 years, loving father of Janice (Tom Witty), Nancy (Bill Gregor) and Maureen (Andres Tamm). Proud grandfather of Andrea (Wayne), Michael, Scott, Keith (Shauna), Sabrina (Ryan), Anneli and Krista. Great grandfather to Madison, Taya, Serena and Jenna....