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Shirley Mcallister

Shirley Mcallister

Jun 3, 2022

Shirley passed away on June 3 2022 at 6:50pm at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge, ON. She was in her 76th year.

GOD was ready to call you home but our hearts were not.

Shirley McAllister will be truly missed but now joins her...

Dorothy Purkis

Dorothy Purkis

Jun 2, 2022

Purkis, Dorothy Aileen (nee Lyall)

October 1, 1926 – June 2, 2022

We are immensely sad to have said our last “We love you!” to Dorothy, our mom, Grandma / Gramma, aunt, sister-in-law and friend.

Variously known as Dot, Peanuts,...

Donald Bentley

Donald Bentley

Jun 1, 2022

BENTLEY,  Donald Wilfred  -  passed away peacefully at the Muskoka Shores long term care facility in Gravenhurst on June 1, 2022 at the age of 95. He was a long-time resident of Gravenhurst. He is fondly remembered by his two nephews Doug Bentley of British Columbia, and Brian Bentley of Australia. He was predeceased by his brother John in...

Mitchell "Bill" Roberts

Mitchell "Bill" Roberts

May 30, 2022

Mitchell William “Bill” Roberts, 86, of Wahta Territory passed away unexpectedly on May 30th, 2022.

Bill was born in Islington Ontario on November 19th, 1936. As a young man he quickly fell in love with the game of golf. This was a passion that lived with him throughout the rest of his life. ...

Margaret "Ann" Tanner

Margaret "Ann" Tanner

May 27, 2022

Tanner, Margaret “Ann”  - Passed away on Friday, May 27, 2022 at home in Gravenhurst. Beloved wife of Gordon Douglas Tanner. Loving mother of Cathy Tanner ( Frank Haslam), Bridget Child (John), Gord Tanner (Robin) and Douglas Tanner (Amy Freedman). Dear gramma of Tanner (Nicole), Tristan (Carly), Tyler, Jenna (Jake), Adam, Sam, Ryan, Ben, Nicole, and Hilary and great-gramma to Leon...

Fay Buck

Fay Buck

May 24, 2022

Passed away peacefully at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge, on May 24, 2022.    She was in her 91st year.  Fay was the youngest child of the late Alfred and Viola (Hillman) Smith (Clifford) of Falkenburg.  Beloved wife of the late Edward (Ted) Albert Buck of Gravenhurst.  Cherished mother of Sandra Gohm  (late Peter), Susan Wilson (Tom...

Dennis Stock

Dennis Stock

May 23, 2022

STOCK, Dennis Tioroniate – Passed away at Parry Sound Hospital on Monday, May 23, 2022 at the age of 83.

Dennis was the beloved husband of the late Lynda (Schell). Loving father of David (Christine), and Dan (Anna). Cherished Tota to Jonathan, Jo-Danny, Dawn, and Andrew. Adored Tota Kowa to Laylah, Noah, Liam, Silas, Eli, Addison, and...

James Sheehan

James Sheehan

May 19, 2022

SHEEHAN, James Michael – Passed away at Andy’s House Hospice on Thursday, May 19, 2022 in his 89th year. Jimmy was the beloved husband of the late Christina (Marr) and loving father of Brian Marr (Lianne Suggitt). Jimmy was a very much loved brother, uncle, and friend to many who will miss him and his spirited singing dearly. A visitation...

David Henderson

David Henderson

May 18, 2022

On May 18, 2022, the world’s most handsome gentleman and scholar, David Henderson, began his next adventure at the age of 87 years. He reunites with his loved ones and beloved schnauzers, Alice and Daisy.

Hero of a husband to the love of his life, Pamela, of 64 years. Number one father, supporter, and...

Phyllis Trott

Phyllis Trott

May 13, 2022

Phyllis Cousineau Trott – Passed away on May 13th, 2022 after a long and courageous battle with cancer, at Andy’s House, Port Carling. Phyllis was the beloved wife of 54 years to Wayne Trott and proud mom to  Kevin and Craig. Cherished Noko (grandmother) of Kaisha, Magena, Katrina, Cole, and Lacey Trott. Dear sister of Jeanette Harrison, Gertie...

Roger Forget

Roger Forget

May 13, 2022

In loving memory of Roger Forget who passed away peacefully at the Muskoka Shores Care Community long term care home on Friday, May 13, 2022 at the age of 82.  Roger is survived by his wife Gloria Hayes, daughters Carrie (John Baron), Cindy (Brian Snow) and sons Guy and Gerry as well as his grandchildren Corrie, Jonnie-Lyn, Carrie,...

Eileen Taverner

Eileen Taverner

May 11, 2022

TAVERNER, Eileen Elizabeth (Rebman) – Passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones, on Wednesday, May 11, 2022. She was in her 98th year. Eileen was the beloved wife of the late John Taverner. Loving mother of the late Jacquline Peake, and the late Doug Taverner (Louise). Cherished grandmother of Marsha Nievas (Sebastian), and Blake (Erin). Great...

Marjorie "Marj" Burnett

Marjorie "Marj" Burnett

May 10, 2022

BURNETT, Marjorie Anne “Marj” – Passed away suddenly on Tuesday, May 10, 2022 at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital at the age of 60. Marj was a loving daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, friend and PSW. Marj was known for her dedication and loving care of others in the community, always putting everyone else ahead of herself. It was her...

Bryan Blain

Bryan Blain

May 5, 2022

10 days following a shocking diagnosis, Bryan died at home in Bracebridge. He leaves his wife Marsha and a family they had blended with love over 34 years: Courtney (Pete), Melissa, Ben (Robin), Jay (Hélène), and Matthew.  He also leaves his brother John (Collette). He loved any opportunity to spend time with his 6 grandchildren, both in Canada and the UK....

Elton Townsend

Elton Townsend

May 5, 2022

With great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Elton Townsend on May 5th, 2022. Loving husband to Mary and caring and inspirational father to Charlotte (Leon) and Marilyn (John).

Elton was predeceased by his son David’s tragic death who followed his father’s love of aviation, and his brothers Willard and Jim.

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Joseph Hrabi

Joseph Hrabi

May 4, 2022

Joseph Hrabi passed away peacefully among family at his home on May 4th. He is now reunited with his late wife of sixty-six years, Florentine. Loving father to Elaine (Michael), Blaine (Mary) and Myrna (David). Beloved grandfather to Michelle, David, Mary, Sarah, Joseph, Shayla and Katie; great-grandfather to Kate, John, Emilyn, Christopher and Delilah. Joe was a...

Christe Leja

Christe Leja

May 2, 2022

LEJA, Christie Michelle - It is with profound sorrow that we share the news of the sudden passing of our beautiful daughter Christie, in her 31st year.

Christie was adored and is survived by her parents George and Lisa and her beloved brother Ben. She also leaves behind family and friends who loved her...

David Desmarais

David Desmarais

May 1, 2022

Passed away suddenly at home, on Sunday, May 1, 2022, after a very hard fought and courageous battle with cancer. He and the family had hopeful hearts for his return to health but it wasn’t meant to be. He will be forever and sadly missed by his family and friends.

Dave was a loving...

Michael Copeland

Michael Copeland

Apr 30, 2022

It is with great sadness that the family of Michael Copeland announce his passing on April 30th, 2022. Michael’s death is mourned deeply by his family. He was the beloved son of  Perry Copeland, and Cindy Sturge (Neil). Loving brother of Kenneth Copeland, Kaitlyn Dufresne (Joshua), and cherished uncle of Phinehas, and Evangeline Dufresne; Kaleigh, Grace, and Layla...

Douglas Campbell

Douglas Campbell

Apr 29, 2022

Beloved husband of Judy, proud dad of Steve (Jennifer), and Jane (Tristan), and loving Pa of Brianna, Brenden, and Ruby. Devoted brother to Ruth Perkons (Juris) and loved uncle to David, and Janet. Pre-deceased by parents Sam and Jean Campbell. Doug was a rail fan all his life; he enjoyed concerts and travel to many parts of the...

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