Don Potter
Apr 8, 2026
Potter, Donald (Donnie) Darin of Gravenhurst passed away suddenly at his residence on Wednesday April 8th, 2026, in his 60th year. Son of the late Donald Louis Potter of Barrie and Anna May McCrea. Don is survived by his mother, siblings Donna (Percy), Julianne (Phil), Scott and Keith (Rhonda), as well as many nieces and nephews. He will be greatly...
Mona Marie Seeliger/Speicher
Nov 26, 2025
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Mona Marie Seeliger/Speicher on November 26, 2025.
Born in 1957, Mona's life was marked by kindness, generosity, and an unyielding commitment to love unconditionally.
Mona was a devoted mother to three children. Her daughter, Connie Seeliger and sons Colin Seeliger and Casey Seeliger, whom survives her and will...
Arne Thorkild Nielsen
Mar 27, 2026
It is with great sadness that the family of Arne Thorkild Nielsen announce his passing on March 27, 2026, at the age of ninety-five. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew and loved him for his understanding of the importance of family, his sense of humour, and his love of a good card game.
Arne was...
Christopher Wesley Long
May 4, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Christopher Long on May 4, 2026. Chris was a devoted father, son, brother, and friend whose life was defined by hard work, quiet strength, and a deep love for his family.
Christopher will be deeply missed by his beloved children, Leah, Wesley, and Scott, as well as his cherished step-grandchildren,...
Michael Burton Johnston
Apr 29, 2026
Michael Burton Johnston passed away peacefully at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at the age of 74.
He is lovingly remembered by his daughter, Jennifer Thompson, her husband Dallon, and his two cherished grandchildren, Alexandra, age 10, and Benjamin, age 4. He is also survived by his older brother, Peter Johnston.
Michael was a beloved uncle...
Frieda Maria Cuddie
Apr 22, 2026
Frieda Maria Cuddie (Gaimble) passed away peacefully at Huntsville Hospice on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, in her 95th year.
Frieda was the beloved wife of the late William Thomas Johnston. She was a devoted mother to her daughter, Ruby Drohan (Michael), and a cherished grandmother to her grandson, Jason.
Frieda spent most of her working life in factory employment, where she was...
William Ronald Doherty
Apr 20, 2026
William Ronald Doherty passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, April 20, 2026, in his 78th year.
Ron will be sadly missed by his dear friend Pat Greenwood, who so lovingly cared for him during his illness; by his sons Alex, Eric, and Steve (Jillian); and by his grandsons Liam, Oscar, and Declan. Ron will also be sadly missed by...
Kenneth Orville Schell
Apr 16, 2026
Kenneth Orville Schell passed away peacefully at the Orillia Soldiers Memorial Hospital on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at the age of 98 years. Beloved father to Lorna Carrick (Allen) of Orillia, and Mike Schell (Julie) of Severn Bridge. Ken was the beloved husband of the late Shirley. Predeceased by his children, Ralph Schell, Debbie Schell, and Joan Allen. Kenneth will...
Eunice Helen Blanchard
Apr 15, 2026
It is with sadness that we share the passing of EUNICE RICKETTS BLANCHARD, on April 15, 2026, in her 93 year.
Eunice was the daughter of Fred and Helen Ricketts and sister to Marjorie, Gwen, Bernice, Roy, Fred Ricketts as well as Hugh and Bruce Stephenson.
Eunice married Gordon Campbell Blanchard (d.1997) son of John and Geraldine Blanchard, in 1955 and together...
Larry Lofthouse
Apr 14, 2026
Larry Lofthouse passed away peacefully at Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, after complications due to a hip replacement, with his wife, Sue, his stepson Dave Runham, and Dave’s wife, Laura, by his side.
After a rough life, Larry found the love of his life, Sue, at Muskoka Shores Care Community and asked her to marry him....
Carol Diana Johnson
Apr 14, 2026
It's with deep sadness we announce the passing of our beloved sister, Carol Johnson.
Carol is the beloved daughter of the late John & Reta Neal of Gravenhurst. Carol was pre-deceased by our sister Linda.
Carol is survived by her brothers and sisters: Joe (Nancy), Tim (late Sue), Patti, Debbie (late Roger Bickle), Len (late Lucy), Ray (Christine), John (Dorothy, Doreen, &...
Marjorie (Marjory) Ann Champ
Apr 13, 2026
Marjorie (Marjory)Ann Champ passed away at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital on Monday, April 13, 2026.
Beloved mother of Karen Featherston (Martin), Dan Champ (Pam), and Laura Leonard (Keith). Dear grandmother of Karissa, Matthew, Alex, Sara, and Bradley. Great-grandmother of Charlotte. She is also survived by her sister Barb (Mick). A special mention, Sandra Gooderham (niece-in-law), for all her caring, love, generosity, and...
John Patrick Maynard
Apr 12, 2026
John Patrick Maynard Jr. (affectionately known as Johnny Jr. to his family) passed away peacefully, after a long illness, at Andy’s House - Hospice Muskoka on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at the age of 68. He was born in Toronto on December 15, 1957, to parents John Maynard Sr. and the late Mary Maynard (nee Young).
Lovingly remembered by his Nephew...
Brenda Arlene Tryon
Apr 8, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Brenda Arlene Tryon (Crawford) at Andy's House, Port Carling on April 8, 2026 at the age 74.
Brenda was a beloved mother, daughter, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She will be remembered for her kindness, generosity, strength and warm spirit. She had a way of making those around her...
Linda Catherine Harbridge
Apr 4, 2026
HARBRIDGE, Linda Catherine – Passed away peacefully at her group home in Gravenhurst Ontario on Saturday, April 4, 2026. She was 64 years old.
Linda was active in sports all her life – T-ball, swimming, biking, boating, bowling, skiing, golfing snowshoeing, snowmobiling – winning many trophies and medals along the way. She attended the Apostolic and Pentecostal churches in town and...
Donald Raymond Beckett
Mar 30, 2026
Donald Raymond Beckett, a remarkable man whose life was defined by quiet strength, dedication, love for his family - and a fondness for conversation that many here will smile at remembering.
Don passed away peacefully at Southlake Health Centre in Newmarket on Monday, March 30, 2026, just a couple of weeks after celebrating his 83rd birthday. While his passing leaves a...
Margaret Anne Martin
Mar 27, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Margaret (Maggie) Martin, at Mariposa House in Severn.
Daughter of William and the late Marion Martin and sister of Larry Martin (Christina).
Maggie was predeceased by her husband Ken Doggett (Greg and Mindy and their children). She will be lovingly remembered by her son, Scott Schamehorn, and his wife Julie, as...
Patricia Elizabeth Forsythe
Mar 22, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Pat, a deeply loved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, and friend.
Pat is survived by her devoted husband Keith, with whom she shared 57 loving years of marriage. Their love story began when Keith was home on leave from the Navy. He spotted Pat dressed in a black...
Ross Clarence McNeice
Mar 20, 2026
Peacefully at the Alexander Residence in Gravenhurst, in his 97th year, with his loving family at his side.
Ross was the beloved husband of Lynn (Arnold-Jonsson), the late Beverley (Curtis-Lockwood,1997), and the late Alma (Kettle, 1972).
Dear father to Tom (Cathy) McNeice of Gravenhurst, Debbie (Gary) Drake of Rockwood, Jane (late Perry) Empey of Mississauga and Jim (Christine) Lockwood, of Sudbury.
Proud grandfather...
Stewart McIntosh
Mar 20, 2026
With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Stewart “Stew” McIntosh, age 72, at his home in Gravenhurst on March 20, 2026, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Stew was a coronation baby born in Toronto on June 2, 1953. He had his picture featured in the newspaper and, as a memento, received a silver spoon engraved by the Governor...


