Obituaries

Harriet "Nan" Anne Allen

Harriet "Nan" Anne Allen

Jul 19, 2026

Harriet “Nan” Anne Allen passed away at Andy's House-Hospice Muskoka on Sunday, July 19, 2026, just before her 95" birthday. She was born on July 28, 1931, in North Sydney, Nova Scotia, to parents Catherine and Arthur Allen.

She leaves behind many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, as well as many other extended family members. She was predeceased by...

Mary Catherine Brittain

Mary Catherine Brittain

Jul 16, 2026

We celebrate that Mary Catherine Banbury Brittain is in heaven and is herself once more. She is no longer held captive in the grip of Alzheimer's disease. At the very same time our hearts are broken with overwhelming sadness. Mary was 81 years old when she passed away peacefully at the Hospice Waterloo Region on July 16th, 2026.

Mary grew up...

Kenneth George Rose

Kenneth George Rose

Jul 11, 2026

Kenneth George Rose, of Gravenhurst, ON, died peacefully at Andy’s House in Port Carling, on Saturday, July 11, 2026, in his Sweetie’s arms, just after his 82nd birthday.

Ken will be remembered for his wonderful smile, sense of humour, and witty character. He was such a happy man with a beautiful soul. His spirit will live on through all the lives...

David Loughlen Smith

David Loughlen Smith

Jul 7, 2026

It is with love and sadness that we announce the passing of David Loughlen Smith on July 7, 2026, at the age of 93. 

David was born on December 1, 1932, in West Chester, Pennsylvania, and was raised in London, Ontario. From an early age, he developed a lifelong passion for aviation, learning to fly alongside his father. That love of...

Ruth Darleen Cox

Ruth Darleen Cox

Jun 28, 2026

It is with love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Ruth Darleen Cox, who passed peacefully on June 28, 2026, in Bracebridge, Ontario, with her loving family by her side. Born on February 14, 1938, in Woodville, Ontario, Ruth lived a life rooted in faith, kindness, and devotion to her family. She has now gone home to be...

Lois Lavina Beiers

Lois Lavina Beiers

Jul 18, 2026

Lois Lavina Beiers passed away peacefully at Victoria House Retirement Residence in Orillia on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at the age of 83. Lois was the beloved wife of 61 years to Fred Beiers.

Lois was the beloved mother of Chris Beiers (Amy), and the cherished grandmother of Taylor and Chase Beiers. She is survived by nieces and nephews Jaqueline (Stephen...

Pauline Elizabeth Rakacky

Pauline Elizabeth Rakacky

Jul 7, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Pauline Elizabeth Rakacky, who passed away surrounded by her loving family at Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

Pauline was the devoted and beloved wife of Louis, and a loving mother to Kirsten, Kaitlyn, and Kylie. She was a proud and adoring grandmother to Nathan and...

Lloyd George Francis DeValadares

Lloyd George Francis DeValadares

Jul 6, 2026

It is with sadness that the family announces the passing of Lloyd George Francis DeValadares, who passed away on July 6, 2026, at the age of 69.

Lloyd was the beloved husband of Jackie DeCaire and the loving father of Christopher (Nicole), Matthew (Samantha), and Karen (Greg), who were the pride and joy of his life. Cherished grandfather of Charlize, Seth,...

Joyce Yvonne Bartz (Sleeper)

Joyce Yvonne Bartz (Sleeper)

Jul 4, 2026

Joyce Yvonne Sleeper Bartz passed away peacefully at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital on Saturday, July 4, 2026, after a courageous battle with ALS. She was 76 years old.

Joyce was the beloved wife and best friend of Bernie Bartz. Loving mother of Sarah Cummings (Brandon), Stephen Bartz, Paul Bartz, and Joshua Bartz. Cherished grandmother of Malaki, Gabriella, Chris (Jessica), Jaedella, Boston,...

Joanne Margaret Kerrigan

Joanne Margaret Kerrigan

Jul 4, 2026

Peacefully at Andy's House - Hospice Muskoka on July 4th, at the age of 71. Joanne Margaret Kerrigan was the daughter of the late Jack and Dorothy (Burbidge) Goldthorpe of Gravenhurst and the younger sister of Brother John.

The beloved wife of Ron Kerrigan and the dedicated, loving mother of Kristopher and his wife Holly (Tyrkus) Kerrigan. She was the proud...

Paula Marie Schamehorn

Paula Marie Schamehorn

Jun 30, 2026

It is with deep sadness that the family announces the passing of Paula Marie Schamehorn, who passed away peacefully in Gravenhurst, Ontario, on June 30, 2026, at the age of 65.

Born on August 4, 1960, in Orillia, Ontario, Paula was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished sister, and treasured friend whose kindness and creativity touched the lives of many.

Paula was...

William George Francis Cannon

William George Francis Cannon

Jun 28, 2026

It is with sadness that the family of William George Cannon announce his passing on June 28, 2026, at the age of 86.

William was the beloved husband of Jane Sylvia Bradford. He was a proud and loving father to Robert, Richard (April), and Gregory, and a cherished stepfather to Valerie and Jason Bradford. He will be fondly remembered by his...

Elizabeth "Betty" Ann Wilson

Elizabeth "Betty" Ann Wilson

Jun 28, 2026

Elizabeth “Betty” Ann Wilson passed away at Muskoka Shores Care Community on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at the age of 87. Beloved wife of the late John Wilson.

Betty was the beloved mother of Doug (Carla) and Danny. Dear grandmother of Tony, Chris, Mike, James, and Jessica Contento (Julian). She also had three great-grandchildren, Nate, Abbey, and Orylyn. She was predeceased...

Diane Johnston

Diane Johnston

Jun 26, 2026

Our mother, Diane Johnston, died on June 26 at 9:39 at night in South Muskoka Memorial Hospital. She had battled Parkinson’s Disease for the last 7 years of her life, and often did so, with a smile that could be easily brought to her face and with a chip on her shoulder. She wasn’t happy about how her final years...

Michael Ross Johnston

Michael Ross Johnston

Jun 22, 2026

Michael Ross Johnston passed away peacefully on June 22, 2026, at Muskoka Shores Care Community in Gravenhurst, Ontario, at the age of 73.

Born in Weston, Ontario on June 11, 1953, Michael lived a life marked by dedication to family, hard work, and a deep appreciation for the outdoors.

Michael was the beloved husband of Mary Lou (Perry), with whom he shared...

Anuj Bansla

Anuj Bansla

Jun 21, 2026

It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Anuj, a beloved son, brother, and friend, whose life, though far too short, was filled with ambition, kindness, and warmth.

Anuj will be lovingly remembered by his two sisters, Priyanka and Monika, as well as his devoted parents, Surendera and Santosh Singh in India, who cherished him...

Peter Joseph Stanley Corcoran

Peter Joseph Stanley Corcoran

May 27, 2026

Peter Joseph Stanley Corcoran, born August 18, 1930, in Kearney, Ontario, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2026, at Andy’s House Hospice in Port Carling, Ontario, at the age of 95, with his family by his side.

Peter was predeceased by his beloved wife of 50 years, June Ellen Holmes. Together they built a life filled with love, hard work, and...

Sheldon Lee Eldridge

Sheldon Lee Eldridge

May 20, 2026

It is with immense sadness that we announce the death of Sheldon Eldridge. He passed away at the Bracebridge hospital on May 20th due to heart complications. He will be missed by so many.

He was predeceased by parents Melvin and Jean, and sister Valerie.

He is survived by children Kyle and Kayla and their mother Dorothy (Ron), partner Kate and her...

John Fenwick Bryan

John Fenwick Bryan

May 20, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce that John Fenwick Bryan passed away at home on May 20, 2026, at the age of 77.

John was the beloved husband of Deb Jean (Devlin), with whom he shared many years of love, partnership, and quiet moments together. He was the father to John Bryan Jr. and grandfather to Kurtis and Kayden,...

Helen Roberta Humenick (McCabe)

Helen Roberta Humenick (McCabe)

May 20, 2026

Helen Humenick passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026, in Gravenhurst, Ontario, at the age of 87. She was born in 1938 in Newmarket, Ontario.

Helen was a beloved wife, devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Eugene “Gene” Humenick. Helen is lovingly remembered by her daughter, Nadine Briscoe, and her cherished grandchildren, Claire...