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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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....
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...
John Mortimer
Jul 7, 2022
MORTIMER, John Pearson – Passed away peacefully at his home, on Thursday, July 7, 2022 with his son, Jamie, at his side. John was the beloved husband of the late Mary Mortimer (2017). Loving father John (Judy), Jamie (Catherine), and the late Cherry. Cherished grandfather Marianne, Dave, Chris, Rachael, Ian, Kayla, Grace, and great grandfather of Sierra, and...
Michael Talbot
Jul 1, 2022
TALBOT, Michael Leonard – Passed away on Friday, July 1, 2022 in Kilworthy.
Michael was the loving father of Michael Talbot (late Seung Ah Kim), the late Melissa Jenkins, and Kyle Talbot (Connie). Cherished grandfather of Curtis St. Pierre, Gina Talbot, and Carter Talbot. Beloved son of Bessie Talbot and the...
Mary Haslam
Jun 30, 2022
Mary Jane passed away peacefully in her sleep on June 30th 2022, at the age of 60. Born in Chatham, Ontario, Mary Jane is predeceased by her parents Joe and Claudia (Mindorff) Haslam of Chatham and survived by her brother Frank (Cathy Tanner) Haslam of Gravenhurst, and her nephew Nicholas Haslam and nieces Serena and Claire Haslam, her Aunt...
Walter Flanagan
Jun 30, 2022
WALTER ALBERT FLANAGAN
March 4, 1929 - June 30, 2022
Walter was born to Caroline (nee Pickett 1902-1977) and Albert Flanagan (1902-1986) in Toronto, Ontario. Predeceased by his sister Eleanor (1927-1929) he grew up with his sister Bernice (Holmes/Crowter 1930-2017) in Toronto. The Flanagan family started...
John Crawford
Jun 29, 2022
John Alan Crawford
Passed away June 29,2022 at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in his 74th year. John was the beloved husband of Yvonne Dixon, loving father of Jason and stepdad to Sherry (Chris), Erin (Darryl), Kristin (Scott) and Jill (Phil). Cherished Papa to Tyler, Taylor, Kaycee (Quinton), Kaylin (Malcolm), Andrew,...
Marg Drake Barnes
Jun 28, 2022
It is with broken hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Marg Drake Barnes, on June 28, 2022. She leaves behind her partner Roger Berkeley, her sisters Mary, Willie, Trish, Lee, Jackie, and their families. A beloved Aunt to many and a cherished Grandmother to Sydney Rae, and Kennedy Neil Marschdorf.
Born in...
Elizabeth Brooks
Jun 23, 2022
BROOKS, Elizabeth Grace – Passed away peacefully at Muskoka Shores Care Community, on Thursday, June 23, 2022. She was in her 85th year. Elizabeth was the beloved wife of Clifford David Brooks (2021). Loving mother of Kelvin Jarvi (Margaret), Gerald Jarvi (Laurie), Deborah Jarvi, and Loretta Newton (Terry). Stepmother of Debra John, and Joanne Taylor. Cherished grandmother of...