Obituaries

Marjorie Loreen French

Marjorie Loreen French

Sep 9, 2023

Marjorie Loreen French1925 – 2023Marjorie Loreen French, passed away peacefully, on Saturday, September 9, 2023, at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital. She was born the only child of James & Mabel Johnson on October 10, 1925, in Hamilton, ON. She grew up with the companionship of many cousins who all enjoyed the outdoors & country life.

She showed great strength of...

Janice Marlene Latham

Janice Marlene Latham

Aug 31, 2023

Janice Marlene Latham, born on December 19, 1964, in Sudbury, touched the lives of many with her warm heart, infectious laughter, and a unique sense of humor. Janice was a loving wife to Michael John Traves and a devoted mother to Steven Traves, Erin Traves, Dylan Traves (Paige), and Sarah (Jordan). Her role as a grandmother brought her immense joy,...

Carl Herbert Goodman

Carl Herbert Goodman

Aug 28, 2023

Carl passed away peacefully on August 28, 2023, after a short battle with pneumonia. He was born June 2, 1939, in Bracebridge, ON, and was one of eight children.

 

Carl loved two things in life, his family and spending time in the great outdoors. He was a loving husband to the late Heather Goodman nee Waters for 53...

Dorothy "Joan" Johnson

Dorothy "Joan" Johnson

Aug 21, 2023

Johnson, Dorothy Joan (nee McMillan) BA, wife of Maurice for almost 70 years, mother of Barbara of St. George, Bill (Cheryl) of Stouffville, Bob (Brenda) of Newmarket, and Bonnie (Doug Burrell) of Pickering.  Predeceased by her sister Margaret Jean Chapman of Ottawa.  Sister-in-law to Phyllis Rattle of Willowdale and Victor Chapman of Ottawa.  Proud grandmother of nine grandchildren – Marlee...

Virginia Dale Fick

Virginia Dale Fick

Aug 16, 2023

 

Virginia peacefully passed away at her home in Gravenhurst on August 16, 2023. She was born on September 20, 1943, in Toronto, ON. Beloved wife of the late Dwayne Fick of Gravenhurst. Virginia's compassionate nature was evident not only through her professional endeavors but also in her relationships with family and friends. She deeply loved and cared for all...

Doreen Elsie Margaret Forsythe

Doreen Elsie Margaret Forsythe

Aug 15, 2023

It is with great sadness, and deep admiration for her strength and beauty, that we announce the death of our loving mum, gramma, nana, gram, great and great great gramma, Doreen Elsie Margaret Forsythe (Burkin). She was surrounded by her family on Tuesday, August 15th in her home in Gravenhurst, where she raised and enjoyed her family from April 1948...

Barbara Eujean Tingey

Barbara Eujean Tingey

Aug 14, 2023

 

TINGEY, Barbara - Passed away peacefully at her home in Sebright with Peter and Cindy on Monday August 14, 2023 at the wonderful age of 93. She was a devoted wife for 41 years to her late husband Lloyd Tingey and a loving mom to her three sons Robin Tingey (Gemma), Peter Tingey (Cindy) and the late Frederick Tingey...

Richard Sidney Hooks

Richard Sidney Hooks

Aug 14, 2023

Richard Sidney Hooks, the beloved husband to Louise and cherished member of the community, passed away peacefully at his home in Gravenhurst, Ontario, on August 14, 2023. He was born on September 6, 1939, in Oakville, Ontario.

He is survived by his devoted wife Louise Hooks who stood faithfully by his side throughout their journey together. Richard was also a...

Leona Illean Goerk

Leona Illean Goerk

Aug 14, 2023

Leona Illean Goerk, a beloved stay-at-home mom, the "hub of the family," and a talented homemaker, passed away with loved ones by her side on August 14, 2023, at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket, ON. Born and raised in Muskoka, Leona led a fulfilling life that was centered around her family and home. She epitomized the role of a nurturing...

Myra Ruth Graham

Myra Ruth Graham

Aug 14, 2023

 

Myra "Ruth" Graham (Brown)

Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2023, in Oak Terrace, Orillia, ON at the age of 91.

Ruth was the beloved wife of the late Johnston Graham and a devoted mother to her sons Robert and Steven (Gail). Cherished grandmother to Brittnie (Waylon), Hailey (Steven), Hilary (Sean), Johnston, Adam,...

Mary Ann Cooke

Mary Ann Cooke

Aug 12, 2023

Mary Ann Cooke passed away peacefully at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital on Saturday, August 12, 2023.

Daughter of the late Harry Schell and Aliza Jane Barns. Loving wife to the late George Cook.

Mary will be dearly missed by her children, Marlene Handy (David Parrett), Phyllis Lamorie, Mark Cooke (Wanda), and Phillip Cooke (Mary). Loving sister of Robert & Noella...

Brent Frederick Loshaw

Brent Frederick Loshaw

Aug 7, 2023

LOSHAW, Brent – Passed away surrounded by his loving family at Orillia Soldiers Memorial Hospital, on Monday, August 7, 2023; age 60. Brent married Christine (Lacroix) in 1988 and in their 35 years together they built a beautiful home and raised their two boys Jordan (Tessa Hunt) and Devon (Crystal Graff).  Brent was such a proud father, always there to...

Charles Allair

Charles Allair

Jul 29, 2023

ALLAIR, Charles Wayne – Passed away suddenly at his residence, on Saturday, July 29, 2023. Wayne was predeceased by his beloved wife, Dolores Jean (Gray) in 2019 and his daughter Kim Schulz in 2015. Wayne will be sadly missed by his daughter Nicole Allair. Also left to mourn his loss are his siblings, Marie Wildman (late...

Carol Ruttan

Carol Ruttan

Jul 28, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our mother, Carol.

Carol died peacefully in her sleep at Hospice Muskoka - Andy’s House of sepsis.

Predeceased by her husband Eric, sister to Charles Blakeman (Magaly) & Sandra Davidson (Norm), loving Mother to Edmond (Sandy), Robert (Barbara), James (Barbara), and Anita Stunell (Robert)....

Victor "Bill" Hopcraft

Victor "Bill" Hopcraft

Jul 28, 2023

  Bill Hopcraft, 84, of Gravenhurst, Ontario, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, July 28th, surrounded by family and loved ones.  

  Born in Sprucedale, Ontario, to parents Victor and Agnes (née Todd), Bill attended elementary school in Sprucedale and high school in Burks Falls, Ontario, and went on to enjoy working with Canada Post in Gravenhurst...

Annabelle Garrow

Annabelle Garrow

Jul 24, 2023

It is with great sadness that we share that Annabelle passed away peacefully on July 24, 2023, at Collingwood General & Marine Hospital, with her family by her side. Her spirit will be carried on by her husband of 60+ years, John, their three children John (Bobbi), Jennifer (Mike) and Heather (Chris) and their cherished grandchildren - “Gramma Annabelle”...

Keiran Birmingham

Keiran Birmingham

Jul 24, 2023

Keiran Michael Birmingham passed away on July 24 2023 in Ottawa. He was 36 years old.

Keiran is held in the hearts of his mother, Linda McMullen and his many aunts, uncles and cousins of the Mooder and Gray families. Keiran joins his father, George Michael Birmingham, beloved grandparents John “Jack” and Shirley Smith and great-grandparents Ed...

Richard Luis Correia

Richard Luis Correia

Jul 19, 2023

Ricardo (Richard) Correia, 65, of Georgetown, passed away of natural causes in his home on July 19th, 2023. He was born October 16, 1957, in Portugal to Maria and Ilidio Correia. He was the older of two sons, and was very close to his younger brother Rui. He came to Canada as a young child and grew up in Toronto,...

Janette "Marion" Sander

Janette "Marion" Sander

Jul 12, 2023

Passed away at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, July 12, 2023, in her 88th year. Marion was the beloved wife of Carl Sander for 69 years. Loving mother of Wayne (Sue), Les (predeceased), Susan McAughey (Frank), Bob, and Ray (Kim). Cherished grandmother of Sara, Jordan (predeceased), Lisa, Gavin, Jaden, Ireland, Laken, and Sully. Survived by her brother Bob...

Lorne Mcneice

Lorne Mcneice

Jul 5, 2023

Passed away suddenly on Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, Bracebridge, ON, in his 81st year.

Lorne was the beloved husband of Sheila (Frederick) for 63 years.  Loving father of Shawn McNeice (Cindy) and Lori Wallace (Wayne).  Cherished grandfather of Hayden, Evan, Camden and Mya.

Dear brother...