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Wilfred Harbridge

Wilfred Harbridge

Aug 21, 2022

HARBRIDGE, Wilfred Darl – Passed away peacefully at Granite Ridge Retirement Residence on Sunday, August 21, 2022. He was in his 95th year. Wilfred, a devout man of faith, avid outdoorsman and gifted painter, was the beloved husband of the late Marjorie (Cunningham). Dear father of Paul Harbridge (Isabel), Karen Hammond (David), Doug Harbridge (Allison), and Linda Harbridge. He...

George Bowles

George Bowles

Aug 11, 2022

George  Passed away peacefully, in Georgian Bay, on Thursday, August 11, 2022. George sadly missed by his Spouse Mary Bowles (Waters), Daughter Heather Hall (Spouse Wayne), Son Clay Bowles (Spouse Carmen), Grand Son Ryan Morris (Megan), Great Grand Daughters Jayden, Leighton, Rowan; Grand Daughter Nicole Morris, Gr Grand Daughter Summer, Gr Grand Son Dexter, Gr Son Mason Morris...

Phyllis Lindsay

Phyllis Lindsay

Aug 11, 2022

Phyllis Ruth Lindsay (Owens) 1923-2022

Phyllis Ruth Lindsay (Owens) passed away peacefully at the age of 99 from heart failure in Gravenhurst, Ontario on August 11,2022. Phyllis was born on July 30, 1923 in Drumheller, Alberta, the daughter of Wilfred and Clara Owens and the third youngest of twelve brothers...

Jill Dzurus

Jill Dzurus

Aug 10, 2022

It is with great sadness the Dzurus family announces the passing of Jill Suzanne Dzurus, nee MacDonald.

Jill passed away peacefully with her family by her side, at Muskoka Shores Care Community after a courageous battle with dementia.

She is survived by her husband...

Connie Taylor

Connie Taylor

Aug 9, 2022

Passed away at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, on Tuesday, August 9, 2022, with loved ones at her side. She was in her 89th year. Connie was the beloved wife of the late Morris Taylor (1982). Loving mother of Brenda Taylor, Patricia Pollington, Pamela Denne (Steven), and Sandra Taylor (Rob McLean). Cherished grandmother of Kristen, Danielle, Torin, Keith, Adrienne, Taylor, Trent,...

Connie Taylor

Connie Taylor

Aug 9, 2022

TAYLOR, Constance “Connie” Shirley – Passed away at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, on Tuesday, August 9, 2022, with loved ones at her side. She was in her 89th year. Connie was the beloved wife of the late Morris Taylor (1982). Loving mother of Brenda Taylor, Patricia Pollington, Pamela Denne (Steven), and Sandra Taylor (Rob McLean).

Cherished grandmother...

Daniel O'Neil

Daniel O'Neil

Aug 9, 2022

O’NEIL, Daniel Kilroy Patrick –Passed away peacefully with loved ones at his side, at Andy’s House Hospice on Tuesday, August 9, 2022 in his 65th year. Daniel was the loving father of Emma and Holly O’Neil. Dear friend and mother of their children, Lisa Watterson. Loved brother of Jesse O’Neil, Cathy Moncur, Mary Filipchuk, and John O’Neil. Predeceased by...

Paul Rutledge

Paul Rutledge

Aug 8, 2022

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Paul Rutledge.

Paul was born on Dec 15, 1947 - he was very proud of his Gravenhurst roots.

He always loved to say 'Born and raised in West Gravenhurst, just off Musquash Rd.'  He was the youngest of five...

John Griffiths

John Griffiths

Aug 5, 2022

Griffiths, John Paul (“Griff”)– Peacefully on Friday, August 5, 2022 in Mississauga, Ontario, at the age of 67. Beloved son of Willimin Griffiths (nee Carrey). Cherished brother of Naomi Stephens and Lynn Murray, and brother-in-law to Gayle Griffiths. Incredible Uncle to many nieces and nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Predeceased by his father, P.G. (Bill) Griffiths and...

Thomas "Tom" Gillan

Thomas "Tom" Gillan

Aug 3, 2022

It is with profound sadness and disbelief that the Family of Thomas Edward Gillan announces his sudden and unexpected passing on August 3, 2022.

First born son to Wilfred and Marie Gillan of Walkers Point, Tom was the ultimate Big Brother to Paul Gillan (Annette) and Ross Gillan.  Uncle Tom cherished his only nephew...

Jannice Deere

Jannice Deere

Aug 2, 2022

Jannice passed away suddenly on Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at her cottage in Gravenhurst, ON with her husband by her side. Her family is, of course, devastated by this unexpected and tremendous loss. Jannice was the beloved wife of Mike Deere, loving mother of Meghan Deere (Martyn Bryant), and wonderful and cherished “Gramma Jamma” to Rosa Bryant-Deere.  Loving...

Stanley Madigan

Stanley Madigan

Jul 28, 2022

Stanley Madigan

January 20, 1949 - July 28, 2022

Profoundly missed by his wife Darlene, Mom Emmaline (Bill), predeceased by father Carl and Mother Aletta. Adored dad of Jonathan Knight (Carolynn), late Jordan, Sandy Gambell (Scott Phillips), Ward Westlake (Sherre), and Tammy Westlake....

Dennis Holmes

Dennis Holmes

Jul 27, 2022

HOLMES, Dennis James – Passed away at Andy’s House Hospice Muskoka, Port Carling on Wednesday, July 27, 2022 with loved ones by his side. He was in his 67th year. Dennis was the beloved husband of Helen Elizabeth (Kopp). Loving father of Ryan (Kate), and Justin (Taylor). Cherished grandfather of Gage, and Landen. Dear brother of Pat Thompson...

William "Bill" Snider

William "Bill" Snider

Jul 26, 2022

SNIDER, William Ruthven – A Celebration of Life and 80th birthday celebration will be held October 1, 2022 at the Port Carling Community Center from 2-7 PM. Pipes and Drums Legion Service, followed by funny story telling and “Billisms”.  Also, followed by luncheon and a live band to play his favourites while we mingle.

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Cynthia Dursley

Cynthia Dursley

Jul 25, 2022

DURSLEY, Cynthia Mary (Adams) – Passed away peacefully with loved ones at her side, at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, Bracebridge, on Monday, July 25, 2022. She was in her 86th year. Cynthia was predeceased by her loving husband Barry Dursley (2017). Loving mother of Laura, Adam (Cecelia), Stephen (Cheryl), and Emily (Robert). Cherished grandmother of Jake, Ben, Rafe,...

John Birnie

John Birnie

Jul 23, 2022

John Thomas Birnie February 22, 1928 – July 23, 2022 (age 94)

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Thomas Birnie, 94, in the morning hours of Saturday July 23rd.

Dad was born in Edinburgh, Scotland in 1928, and although he loved Scotland very...

Leith Thompson

Leith Thompson

Jul 22, 2022

THOMPSON, Leith Allen - I t is with great sadness that the family of Leith Allen Thompson announce his sudden passing on July 22nd, 2022 in Gravenhurst, Ontario.

Leith is survived by his siblings, Bill Thompson (Lois), Kerry Saari (Bob), Maureen Thompson, Lynn Belecque (Gilles), Kevin Thompson, Melba Thompson-Vallée (Richard),...

Shirley Brunton

Shirley Brunton

Jul 19, 2022

Brunton, Shirley

It is with the deepest sadness and heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Shirley Joan Yvonne Brunton, on Tuesday, July 19th 2022 at Sunnybrook Medical Centre with her sons at her bedside.  Shirley was married to Kenneth Charles Brunton (deceased) on August 24th,1957 giving them 65 years together. Shirley was...

Doris Cooke

Doris Cooke

Jul 11, 2022

Died peacefully on July 11,2022 at Andy’s House in Port Carling.

Mom was the 6th of nine children born Sept. 21,1934 to Blanche and Adam Coulter of Novar, ON.

She was predeceased by siblings Madeline, Barbara, Calvin, Jean, Joseph, and Harvey. Survived by June (Orvill) and Erston (Vivian). She had nine children: Stephen (Terry), Christine...

Harry Severin

Harry Severin

Jul 11, 2022

Harry Gerald Severin

May 14th, 1942- July 11th, 2022

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Harry Gerald Severin on Monday, July 11th, 2022. Predeceased by his long-time partner, Mary Hoffman, Harry died peacefully surrounded by his children and his beloved dog, Maggie....

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