Edwin Hatch
Feb 16, 2026
Edwin “Ed” Hatch passed away on Monday, February 16, 2026, at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge, Ontario.
Born in Banbridge, Northern Ireland, on September 15, 1941, Ed later made Canada his home, living in Ontario for more than 60 years. He embraced life fully and formed lasting friendships wherever he went.
A passionate rugby player, Ed proudly played for the Toronto...
Roberta Gibson
Feb 9, 2026
Roberta passed away peacefully on February 9, 2026, in her 95th year, following a brief illness.
She left this world surrounded by the love of her family, having lived a long, full, and deeply meaningful life, grounded in kindness, dedication and quiet joy.
Born on March 11, 1931, in Midland, Ontario, Roberta grew up in a close-knit family.
She was predeceased by her...
Alice Mae Schenk
Feb 7, 2026
Alice Mae Schenk (nee Fizell) passed away at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital on Saturday, February 7, 2026. Alice was the beloved wife of Garnet for almost 70 years.
Alice was the loving mother of Peggy Schenk (Tim Chadder) of Ottawa and Janice Schenk (Aaron Gaouette) of Toronto. Dear grandmother of Michaela Chadder of Calgary and Nicolas Chadder (Kelsey Xerri) of Ottawa....
William James Warren
Feb 3, 2026
William “Bill” James Warren passed away peacefully at Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Bill was the beloved husband of Gretchen for 53 years.
Bill was the loving father of James “Jim” Warren and daughter-in-law, Korine of Atlanta, Georgia, and special grandfather of Dylan and Tessa. He is survived by his sister, Margie of Waterloo. He was predeceased...
Cheryl Mary Richardson
Feb 1, 2026
The family of Cheryl Mary Richardson is saddened to announce her unexpected and untimely departure from planet Earth. Following an adverse coronary event that took place in her room at the Granite Ridge Residence in Gravenhurst, Cheryl was rushed by ambulance to the Bracebridge Hospital where she passed away in the early morning hours of Sunday, February 1, 2026. Cheryl...
Isabell Alice Anne McTaggart
Jan 27, 2026
Daughter of James McTaggart & Kathryn Rennie
Known as "Aunt Bell or Izzy" to her family, she was a source of strength and guidance throughout her 92 years, passed peacefully on Jan 27, 2026. Isabell made her life's work bringing her family together, organizing summer "Izzy Fest", and preparing abundant tables on all the holiday occasions. Everyone was always welcome at...
Betty Ann Thompson
Jan 27, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Betty Ann Thompson (Kolochuk) who died peacefully on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at Andy’s House Hospice Muskoka in Port Carling, Ontario in her 71st year.
Betty was the beloved wife of Douglas Keith Thompson (predeceased), stepmom to David and Tiffany (predeceased).
Betty was the youngest daughter of Roy and Annie Kolochuk.
She...
Shirley Gladys Stokes
Jan 26, 2026
Shirley Stokes passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, family, and cherished memories. She is now reunited with her beloved husband of 61 years, Albert Stokes, who predeceased her in 2017.
Shirley will be lovingly remembered by her sons Bruce (Jocelyn) and David, as well as her treasured grandson Blair, with whom she shared many special moments. Time spent...
Larry Archibald Beaver
Jan 23, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Larry Archibald Beaver. Larry passed away peacefully at Andy’s House Hospice Muskoka in Port Carling, on January 23, 2026, in his 59th year.
Larry is survived by his wife, Crystal, whom he cherished dearly. Larry leaves behind his children, who were the joys of his life: Michael, Tiffany (Mark), David,...
Robert "Bob" Kirkland Alexander
Jan 23, 2026
Robert “Bob” Alexander passed away at home in Gravenhurst on Friday, January 23, 2026, at the age of 95. Bob was the beloved husband of Doreen Alexander for 71 years.
Bob was the loving father of Kevin Alexander (Jamie) and the late Karen Talpa (Jason). He was the grandfather of Kirkland Alexander (Nichol), Mitchell Alexander (Adam), and Sarah and Christopher Talpa....
Ursula Martha Babcock
Jan 13, 2026
Ursula Martha Babcock passed away at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 in her 83rd year. Ursula was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose warmth, humour, and kindness touched everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Ursula leaves behind her cherished children, Kevin Babcock (Julie Graham) and Daniel Babcock (Stephanie Babcock), who were her pride...
Harold "Hanny" Charles Hansen
Jan 10, 2026
It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Harold “Hanny” Charles Hansen at his home on Saturday, January 10, 2026.
Hanny is predeceased by his beloved wife, Patricia Hopps. He is survived by his siblings, Karen Bowins (Kenneth) and Bill Hansen, and will be deeply missed by his niece, Joanne (Ryan), as well as great nieces and...
Ben Lorenz
Jan 5, 2026
May 16th,1938-January 5th,2026
With his family by his side, Ben died the way he lived, on his own terms,
He is survived by his wife of 66 years Wendy, his sister in Germany Brigitte Mundt, his children Kirk Lorenz and his wife Heidi, Susan Lorenz and partner Gamaiel Williams. Dedicated Granddad to Taurel Lorenz, Cameron McKenzie and Jack Lorenz.
Born Benedikt Josef Lorenz...
James Desmond Smith
Jan 4, 2026
With sadness we announce that Jamie - James Desmond Smith, died peacefully at home on Sunday, January 4, 2026. He was a wonderful father and confidant to his two children, James Desmond (Des) Smith (Jo-Anne Allard) and Wendy Catherine Smith (William Lumsdon).
Jamie shared a special bond with his brother, Stephen CameronSmith (Smith), and his wife, Anne. Many Muskoka long weekends...
Sandra Ruth Fitzell (Speicher)
Dec 29, 2025
Sandra Fitzell (Speicher) (Nee Bush), age 74, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 29th, 2025, at her home in Gravenhurst. She was a devoted wife to Garry and her late husband Wayne (Speicher) Mother to her sons Jason Speicher (Lauren) and Steven Speicher (Lisa Du-Perre), grandmother to Brayden and Lily, a Sister to her late Brothers Murray (Norma) and Donny...
Mary "Jennifer" Griffin
Dec 25, 2025
Mary “Jennifer” Griffin passed away peacefully with Dave by her side at Muskoka Shores in Gravenhurst on Thursday, December 25, 2025, at the age of 82. Jennifer was the beloved wife of 60 years to Dave Griffin.
Jennifer is survived by her son, Brad Griffin, and his wife, Christine. She is also survived by her granddaughters, Sarah Griffin (Nick Burden) and...
Robert Clare Terry
Dec 23, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Clare Terry, who died peacefully on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at Andy’s House Hospice Muskoka in Port Carling, Ontario, at the age of 86.
Robert was the beloved husband and lifelong companion of Margaret Christine Terry (née Carthew), with whom he shared countless adventures and cherished memories. He was...
Doris Ann Shea
Dec 20, 2025
Betty Doris Ann Shea, Passed peacefully on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at Algonquin Grace Hospice, Huntsville, Ontario, in her 92nd year.
Beloved wife of the late Arthur John Shea. Cherished mother of Albert Jeffrey Shea and his wife Angie, and Bradley Charles Shea and his wife Deborah.
Doris was a proud grandmother to the late Lucas Shea, Dana Gliddon (Luke), Steven Gliddon,...
Cathleen Anne MacLennan
Dec 13, 2025
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Cathleen Anne MacLennan (nee Herrera). She was the beloved mother to Ariya, Brinley and Carine, devoted wife to Adam, cherished daughter of Maria and Manuel Herrera and loving sister/Ate to Christine Herrera (Don Nguyen). Cathleen had many joys in life including a passion for travel and good food. None of...
Normand "Norm" Lapierre
Dec 11, 2025
With heavy hearts, we share that Norm passed away peacefully with his family by his side on December 11th, 2025 at Hillsdale Estates in Oshawa, Ontario.
Dear husband of Margaret "Peggy" (Budgeon) Lapierre of Oshawa. Loving father to Andre (Andrea Girvan) Lapierre of Toronto and Yvette (Rob) Davidson of French River, and grandfather to Naomi, Xavier and Eli Lapierre. Brother to...
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