Obituaries

Carla Fountain

Carla Fountain

Feb 8, 2023

FOUNTAIN, Carla

With wounded hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of a very special woman on February 8th 2023. Carla Fountain was a loved mother, nana, great nana, and a dear friend.  Carla was born on August 17th, 1933 and lost both parents at a young age. She was raised in Minden, ON by her grandparents with...

Catherine "Cathy" Tingey

Catherine "Cathy" Tingey

Feb 4, 2023

Catherine “Cathy” Elizabeth Tingey (nee Shaw)

Passed away quietly in her 64th year on Saturday, February 4, 2023 with her loving soulmate Grant by her side. More than anything in the world, she loved her family, spending time with everyone and spoiling her 7 grandchildren. It was “Nana's rules” when...

Shannon Kennaley

Shannon Kennaley

Feb 2, 2023

Shannon Patrick Kennaley (Aka Ug or Connolly)

It’s with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Shannon on February 02, 2023. At the young age of 55. Loving father to Dylan. Big brother to Shalee. Loving son to Peter and late great Carol. He has also left behind countless number...

Ada Margaret "Gloria" Speicher

Ada Margaret "Gloria" Speicher

Jan 27, 2023

SPEICHER, Ada Margaret "Gloria"

On January 27th, 2023, we said our last goodbye to Gloria at Andy’s House in Port Carling.  She was a loving wife to Larry Speicher, a sister Joan Twa, a mother to the late Karen Speicher, Guy Speicher (Lorna Speicher), Debra Speicher (Doug Ramsay), and Randy Speicher (Taira Bainbridge) and ex-daughter-in law...

Terry Pilger

Terry Pilger

Jan 24, 2023

Terry pa ssed away suddenly at home, on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, with his loving wife at his side. Terry was in his 68th year. Beloved husband of Wendy (Baker) for 42 years. Loving father of Sherrie Gordon (Stu), and Michael Pilger (Kate). Cherished grandfather of Philip Pilger. Brother of Bryan Pilger (Linda), and...

Cecil Verner Goldberg

Cecil Verner Goldberg

Jan 23, 2023

GOLDBERG, Cecil Verner Edward

Suddenly in Bracebridge on Monday, January 23, 2023 at the age of 63.  Cec, loving father to Trevor (Julie), Christina, Amanda (Ryan), Rebecca and Victoria.  Grandpa will be sadly missed by Jadyn, Josie, Brielle, Hailey, Keegan and Tryson.  Dear brother to Justina (Jon Budney), Christina (Len Page), and Tammy Craig (Donna). ...

Vaino "Andy" Kumpulainen

Vaino "Andy" Kumpulainen

Jan 22, 2023

KUMPULAINEN, Vaino "Andy" Antero

Suddenly passing away at the age of 69.  Andy will be sadly missed by his Children, Grandchildren, extended family and friends.  Cremation has taken place.  If desired, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

Joanne Twist

Joanne Twist

Jan 22, 2023

Joanne Twist

(1946 – 2023)

(nee   Saskoley, formerly Murray)

On January 20, we said goodbye to Joanne.

She loved people, her community, and most of all her family. ...

Susan Monaghan

Susan Monaghan

Jan 20, 2023

Susan passed away on Friday, January 20, 2023. Dearly loved mother of Stephen Monaghan. Cherished grandmother of Quinn, Margaret “Maggie”, and Sophie Monaghan. Loved sister of the late Janet Grace (Blake), Alexander “Sandy” Jaffray (Sharon), and Brian Jaffray (Terry). Aunt of Sara, Amy, and Caitlin and great aunt of Barrett and Violet.

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Marie Schell

Marie Schell

Jan 17, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that her family shares that Doreen "Marie" Schell (nee Tremblay), 86, of Sarnia, ON, Canada, passed away on January 17, 2023. Marie was born on April 1, 1936, to Priscilla (nee Laurin) and Howard Tremblay - proprietors of the former Tremblay’s Shoe Repair - in Gravenhurst, ON. Marie's pride and joy...

Michael "Mike" Rolfe

Michael "Mike" Rolfe

Jan 13, 2023

Rolfe, Michael Paul

Suddenly passing away at home on Friday, January 13, 2023 at the age of 56. Mike is the loving son to Susan (Oili) and Tom Rolfe. He will be lovingly remembered by his extended family and friends. Mike was a quiet man who enjoy the little things in life. Cremation has taken place.

Steven Mcdonald

Steven Mcdonald

Jan 12, 2023

Passed away suddenly in Bracebridge on Thursday, January 12, 2023 at the age of 67. Steve was the loving father of Derek and his wife Jessica, and Ryan and his wife Jamie. Cherished grandfather of Audrey, Connor, Noelle, and Owen. Dear son of Ruth and the late Walter McDonald and brother of Nancy and the late Bonnie.

Visitation will be...

Dawn Zsadanyi

Dawn Zsadanyi

Jan 6, 2023

Zsadanyi, Dawn

Suddenly in Gravenhurst on Friday, January 6, 2023 at the age of 36.  Dawn will be lovingly remembered by her mother Vanessa Zsadanyi-Brantnall and her husband Jeff McWade and her father Lorne Brantnall.  Dear sister to Richard, Margaret “Maggie”, Carol, Mary, and Elizabeth.  Cherished Granddaughter to Carol and the late...

Eva "Jean" Alderman

Eva "Jean" Alderman

Jan 3, 2023

Eva “Jean” (Shore)  Alderman

Passed away at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at the age of 84. Jean was the beloved wife of Colyn Alderman for over 61 years. Loving mother of Mark Alderman, and Frances Govey. Cherished grandmother of Mathew Alderman, Ryan Alderman (Leanne Ruston), Timothy Govey,...

Danny Barnes

Danny Barnes

Jan 2, 2023

BARNES, Danny Gilbert – It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Danny. He passed away peacefully, at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, on Monday, January 2, 2023 with family by his side.

Danny was the loving father of Daniel (Kristine), and Jonathan Barnes. Cherished grandfather of Lily,...

Chelsey Howe-Lake

Chelsey Howe-Lake

Jan 1, 2023

HOWE-LAKE, Chelsey Nicole

Chelsey was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia on February 8, 1994 and passed away in Barrie on February 14, 2023 at the age of 29.  Chelsey leaves behind the joy of her life. Sebastian, her beautiful son. She will be always missed by her loving mother, Kelly Lake and her stepfather Marc Renaud. Dear sister...

Bradford "Brad" Laidlaw

Bradford "Brad" Laidlaw

Jan 1, 2023

Bradford John “Brad” Laidlaw

Passed away peacefully at home on January 1, 2023, at the age of 60.

Born on February 26, 1962 in Halifax, NS - Brad was a very proud and loving father, partner, son, brother and uncle and will be deeply missed by his partner...

Lenore Wilkinson

Lenore Wilkinson

Dec 31, 2022

LENORE DELLA BRYAN (ELLIOTT) WILKINSON

July 25,1930  -  December 31, 2022

Passed away peacefully  on December 31, 2022 at Andy’s House Hospice in Port Carling surrounded by family. Lenore was the beloved wife of the late Dr. Robert H. Wilkinson.  Loving mother...

Barbara Holden

Barbara Holden

Dec 31, 2022

Barbara Joyce Holden

Passed away at home on Saturday, December 31, 2022 at the age of 71. Barbara was the beloved wife of the late Christopher Holden. Loving mother of Angela Keating (Joe), and Andrew Holden (Keziah). Cherished grandmother of Emma, Alexis & Bradley Keating; Jocelyn & Kari Holden. Loved daughter of...

Flora Tingey

Flora Tingey

Dec 30, 2022

TINGEY, Flora Annie (Loshaw)

Peacefully at Muskoka Shores on Friday, December 30, 2022 in her 88th year. Flora, loving wife to the late Eldon (Ted). Dear mother, to Tim and his wife, Jennifer and Kimberley. Grandma will be sadly missed by Hillary, Mitchell, Ethan, Griffin, and Draysonn. Dear sister, to Linda Hammar and the late Lyle Loshaw. ...