Obituaries

Normand "Norm" Lapierre

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...

Patricia Mary Kuebler

Patricia Mary Kuebler

Dec 10, 2025

Patricia "Pat" Mary Kuebler passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. 

She is survived by her husband, Paul. Sons, Eric (Erica) and Andrew. Sisters, Rebecca Griffith (Glen) and Peggy Wright (John), as well as her brother James McNeil. Grandmother of Ben, Nate, Emma, Matteo, and Rylie. She was so looking forward to greeting her sixth grandchild this coming February. She is...

Carol Winona Thompson

Carol Winona Thompson

Dec 7, 2025

Carol Winona Thompson passed away peacefully at Muskoka Shore Care Community on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at the age of 80.

Carol was the beloved wife of Ogilvie Thompson for over 55 years. She was a devoted and loving mother to Elaine Thompson (Chris) and Gayle Thompson (Brian), and a cherished grandmother to Brandon, Mya, and Bailey. Carol was the dear...

Doreen Elberta Odell Alexander

Doreen Elberta Odell Alexander

Nov 30, 2025

Doreen Elberta Odell Alexander (nee Stockill) passed away at home in Gravenhurst on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at the age of 93. Doreen was the beloved wife of Robert Alexander for 71 years.

Doreen was the loving mother of Kevin Alexander (Jamie) and the late Karen Talpa (Jason). She was the grandmother of Kirkland Alexander (Nichol), Mitchell Alexander (Adam), and Sarah...

Randy Newton DeCaire

Randy Newton DeCaire

Nov 27, 2025

Passed away suddenly at Parry Sound Health Centre on Thursday, November 27, 2025, after a brief illness. He was in his 70th year.

Randy was the beloved husband of the late Valerie Joan (Berry) DeCaire and the loving father of Randall "Jay" DeCaire. Cherished son of the late Archie and Iris (Stock) DeCaire. Dear brother of Ina DeCaire, Vernon DeCaire, and...

Randy Coon (MacDonald)

Randy Coon (MacDonald)

Nov 27, 2025

Randy Leigh Stephen Coon (MacDonald) passed away suddenly at home in Gravenhurst on Thursday, November 27, 2025, at the age of 40.

Randy was the much-loved son of John Coon and step-son of Theresa Reid. He loved his cousin “Big” Robert and often asked about him. Randy was predeceased by his grandparents, Jack and Maeve Coon, William Reid, and cousins Robert...

Raye Delmar Hewitt

Raye Delmar Hewitt

Nov 24, 2025

Raye Hewitt passed away peacefully at home in Gravenhurst, Ontario, on November 24, 2025, at the age of 70. Born in Thessalon, Ontario, on July 17, 1955, to his parents Manley and Jean Hewitt.

He was the beloved husband of Elizabeth Jeanne, and loving father of: Jesse (Billie-Marie), Meagan (Jeffrey), Tracy, and the late Tina. Raye was a proud grandfather to...

Thomas Richard Henry Langman

Thomas Richard Henry Langman

Nov 20, 2025

Thomas Richard Henry Langman passed away peacefully at The Pines Long-Term Care Home in Bracebridge, Ontario, on November 20, 2025, at the age of 80.

Tom was predeceased by his parents, Arwood and Cornelia Langman, and his brothers Arthur (Catherine), George (Murial), and Robert Langman. He will be lovingly remembered by his nephews Kevin (Alice) and Casey (Maryann) Langman, his niece...

Lorne Grant Edgar

Lorne Grant Edgar

Nov 20, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Lorne, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, who will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Lorne passed on Thursday, November 20, 2025 at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, Bracebridge, ON in his 91st year.

Lorne was the beloved husband of Andrea (née Percy). He was a proud and loving...

Beulah  Sopher

Beulah Sopher

Nov 18, 2025

Edith “Beulah” Anne Sopher passed away peacefully at Oak Terrace Long Term Care Home in Orillia on Tuesday, November 18, 2025.

Beulah was born March 4, 1945 in Timmins Ontario to Nellie Hillyard and Joseph Greatrix and was given the name of Dorothy Mildred Greatrix. She was later adopted at the age of 4 by Elmer and Grace Goheen and renamed...

Madeline Doreen LeBlanc

Madeline Doreen LeBlanc

Nov 14, 2025

Madeline Doreen LeBlancMarch 28, 1936 – November 14, 2025

Madeline passed peacefully on Friday, November 14, 2025, at Andy’s House in Port Carling, at the age of 89. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend whose love, strength, and generosity touched countless lives.

She was the loving mother of Rhonda Middlebrooks (Bob), Bob Appleton (late Mary Ellen), Rick Appleton (late Susan),...

Martin Bjorn Madden

Martin Bjorn Madden

Nov 12, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Martin Bjorn Madden on November 12, 2025, at the age of 71.

Born in Ottawa on February 17, 1954, Martin was predeceased by his parents, John J. Madden and Andrea S. Madden (née Ingaldson), and by his beloved older brother, Sean. He is lovingly remembered by his dear son, Julian...

Beverley Anne Mittelstrass

Beverley Anne Mittelstrass

Nov 8, 2025

Beverley Anne Mittelstrass passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 8, 2025, with the tender care at Andy’s House, surrounded by her family.

Cherished by her children, Erica (Josh) and Andrew (Kass). Bev was born in South Shields, England, on April 4, 1960, along with her sisters, Sara and Jane. Bev will be lovingly remembered by many nieces and nephews as well...

Jim Jamieson

Jim Jamieson

Oct 21, 2025

Suddenly in his sleep, Jim passed away with the love of his life Lynne by his side on October 21, 2025 at his beloved Muskoka cottage. Jim is survived by his dear wife Lynne and his cherished daughters Kayli Jamieson and Christy (Mack) Pitman; deeply missed by his mother Margaret and his siblings Nancy and David (Monique), and his nieces...

Betty-Joyce Doreen Pashuk

Betty-Joyce Doreen Pashuk

Oct 6, 2025

We say goodbye to Betty Joyce Doreen Pashuk nee Carl, although she much preferred to be known simply as Jo. She died peacefully at her home in the retirement community in Hamilton, Ontario. Jo would have celebrated her 95th birthday at the end of November.

Jo was predeceased by her husband Vic in 2018, and is survived by her children Lauren,...

Frances Ure

Frances Ure

Oct 4, 2025

Frances Ure passed away at Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at the age of 86. Beloved wife for over 65 years to Jim Ure.

Frances was the loving mother of JR Ure (Jadine) and Jackie Ingram (Don). Beloved Grandmother of Amanda Boland (Mike), Amy Hunter (Brandon), Samantha Turner (Derek), Erika Ingram (Andrew), and Leigh Ingram (Eric). In...

Robert Eric Weber

Robert Eric Weber

Sep 23, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Eric Weber, who passed peacefully on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at Andy’s House Hospice in Port Carling, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born and raised in Kitchener, Ontario, Rob lived a life filled with hard work, music, and love for his family. He was predeceased by his beloved...

Pamela Marie Houle

Pamela Marie Houle

Sep 22, 2025

With love and sadness, we share the unexpected passing of Pamela Marie Houle, who left us far too soon at the age of 69.

Pam had a special gift for finding joy in the simple things—especially the unconditional love of her beloved dogs, Lillie and Annie, who were truly like her children. Her warmth, laughter, and easygoing spirit will be remembered...

Beverley Alice Tompkins

Beverley Alice Tompkins

Sep 22, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Beverley Alice Tompkins at Muskoka Landing Long Term Care Home in Huntsville on Monday, September 22, 2025, at the age of 68.

Beverley is survived by her brothers, Dennis, Warren, and Phillip, and sisters Lynda, Lorita, Jennifer, and Shirlene, as well as her in-laws Pat Tompkins and Richard Vincent. She...

Kanatí:res "Grace" Kathleen Franks

Kanatí:res "Grace" Kathleen Franks

Sep 21, 2025

On September 21, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family, Kanatí:res (Grace) Franks (née Beauvais) began her next journey, passing peacefully at home in Wáhta at the age of 97. Her life was woven together with love, dedication, and an unwavering spirit.

Born on July 30, 1928, in Kanehsatáke, Quebec, Grace was the cherished daughter of the late Josephine Gabriel...