Obituaries

Muriel Jones

Muriel Jones

Dec 4, 2021

JONES, Muriel Marjory (Schell)

1937-2021

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family members at Andy’s House - Hospice Muskoka, on Saturday, December 4, 2021. Beloved wife of the late David Jones (2016) with whom she owned and operated a dairy farm in Gravenhurst for many years. Loving mother of Alan (Sandy), Paul...

Les Reid

Les Reid

Dec 4, 2021

Passed away in his 78th year at Toronto General Hospital after a courageous battle with health issues.

Les had many passions in life from driving big rigs across North America to tending to his gardens at home but none of these were more important to him then his passion and love for family.

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Robert "Bob" Morrison

Robert "Bob" Morrison

Nov 30, 2021

MORRISON, Robert “Bob” Stanely – Passed away at Hospice Muskoka, Port Carling, on Tuesday, November 30, 2021 in his 87th year. Bob was the beloved husband of Margaret for 33 years. Loving stepfather of Irvin Miller and the late Travis Miller. Grandfather of Anthony, Jacob, Matthew, Derrick, and William. Brother of Bill Morrison (Faye), and the late Don. Memorial...

Norma Ann Michele "Mickey" Mcdonnell

Norma Ann Michele "Mickey" Mcdonnell

Nov 29, 2021

Passed away at The Pines Long Term Care Home on Monday, November 29th, 2021 at 6 pm with her sister Mary, at her side.

Michele was born in London, Ontario on September 29th, 1940, the fourth child of 5 children to Norma Marguerite (Hilliard) and Joseph Bourke McDonnell. Her eldest sister Margaret resided in Bermuda then moved...

Calvin Scott

Calvin Scott

Nov 29, 2021

SCOTT, Calvin Royden

July 16, 1944 – November 29, 2021

Calvin passed away on Monday, November 29, 2021 at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge at the age of 77, after a sudden diagnosis and brief battle with cancer.

Married for 43 years to loving wife Aurelie (nee Fox) until her passing...

David Lane

David Lane

Nov 26, 2021

LANE, David Ernest – Passed away on Friday, November 26, 2021 at his residence in his 79th year. David was the beloved husband of Gloria (Gilson) Lane. Loving father of Cameron Lane (Emily), Patrick Lane (Angie), Sean Bray (Yvonne), Brad Bray, and Keli Hamilton (Jim). Cherished grandfather of Victoria Hamilton, Derik Hamilton, and Archer Lane. To honour David’s...

Debra "Debbie" Schell

Debra "Debbie" Schell

Nov 25, 2021

SCHELL, Debra Shirley

October 23, 1957 - November 25, 2021

Passed away suddenly at home on November 25th in her 64th year.  She was the beloved daughter of Kenneth Orville Schell and the late Shirley Schell of Severn Bridge. Beloved sister of Lorna Carrick (Allen) of Washago, Mike Schell (Julie) of Severn Bridge, the late Ralph...

Barbara Stirrett

Barbara Stirrett

Nov 25, 2021

STIRRETT, Barbara Elizabeth

The family of Barbara Stirrett, (nee Hemmings), is profoundly saddened to announce her passing on Thursday, November 25 at Barrie Manor, age 75.  Born January 25, 1946, Barbara Elizabeth was predeceased by her parents, Cyril Hemmings (d.1985) and Elizabeth Hemmings (d.1999).

Barbara was the adored wife of Edward Stirrett (d.2010).  Loving and...

Ralph Zeats

Ralph Zeats

Nov 25, 2021

ZEATS, Ralph John – Passed away at home on Thursday, November 25, 2021 in his 85th year. Ralph was the beloved husband of the late Patricia (Patterson). Loving father of Shelley Zeats, Billy Zeats, Sherri Zeats, and Jaime Emms. Cherished grandfather of Krystle, Maghan, Kirsten, and Isabella. Also missed by his 6 great grandchildren.

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Frank Hamer

Frank Hamer

Nov 24, 2021

Franjo “Frank” Hamer passed away suddenly on November 24, 2021 at age 81. He leaves behind his loving wife Pat Hamer. Cherished father of Janice Simon (Jim), Steven Hamer (Sabrina) and Susan (BJ) Coombs. Adoring grandfather to Jessie (Danielle), Tyler, Carson, Austin, Eamon, Madison, Jack, Summer, Maya and Mason. Beloved Uncle to Branko (Tina) and many nieces and...

Frances Schell

Frances Schell

Nov 24, 2021

SCHELL, Frances Carol – Passed away at Georgian General on  Wednesday, November 24, 2021. She was in her 90th year. Frances was the loving mother of Randy (Pat), Doug (Audrey), late Michael, Jerry (Donna), Howard (Dee), Debbie, late Bobby, late Gary, Judy, and Ann (Ronnie). She will also be sadly missed by her 21 grandchildren and 28 great...

David Budgeon

David Budgeon

Nov 20, 2021

After living with cancer for over 11 years, Dave passed away peacefully, with his family at his side on Saturday, November 20, 2021. He was in his 84th year. Dave leaves behind, his wife Jackie, of 57 years, and their children Robert (Lori), and Jennifer (John Babic). He will also be sadly missed by his 5 grandchildren of whom...

Gordon Smith

Gordon Smith

Nov 14, 2021

Gordon E. Smith passed into glory Nov. 14, 2021, at the age of 96 years and 7 months.

Predeceased by beloved wife Doris Daisy Smith, his wife of 64 years (Sept 2010). Survived by his loving wife Audrey Collens-Smith. Loving father to his children, Ross (Sharon), Murray, and Cheryl, stepdaughters, Wendy (Bruce), Sandy (Chester), and Patti (Rick)....

Richard Davies

Richard Davies

Nov 13, 2021

With Great sadness Rick passed away suddenly at the age of 66 after a brief illness at Royal Victoria Hospital Barrie. He will be dearly missed by his wife Leslie, his daughter Krista, sons Kelly, Colin and Jason, his grandchildren Shayne, McKenzie Brooklyn, Samara and Graydon who all will deeply miss their Poppa. He is survived...

Reverend Wilfred "Wilf" Flavell

Reverend Wilfred "Wilf" Flavell

Nov 11, 2021

FLAVELL, Reverend Wilfred Thomas – Passed away peacefull, at home, on Thursday, November 11, 2021. He was in his 78th year. Wilf was the beloved husband of the late Katherine, the love of his life for over 52 years. Loving father of Steven Flavell, Tammy-Lynn Flavell (Scott), and Alicia Flavell (Chris). Cherished grandfather of Bobbi-Jo, Billie-Jean, Brittany, Courtney, Kendra,...

Edith Hampson - White

Edith Hampson - White

Nov 11, 2021

Edith passed away peacefully at Castle Peak Retirement Residence on November 11,2021 in her 96th year.

Born on May 22, 1925, Edith’s loving spirit and generous heart could be felt by anyone she met. She always made a point of connecting with those around her. She had the ability to see the positive in...

Deborah "Debbie" Benson

Deborah "Debbie" Benson

Nov 11, 2021

BENSON, Deborah "Debbie" Kaye—passed away at Mariposa House Hospice, Orillia, on Thursday, November 11, 2021. She was in her 73rd year. Debbie was the beloved wife of Ron Benson. Loving mother of Lori Reynolds (Brian), and Steven Benson (Shelley). Cherished grandmother of Abbey, Matthew, Nikita, and Nathaniel.

Debbie will also be missed by her siblings: Alan, Jack,...

Molly Rivers

Molly Rivers

Oct 31, 2021

RIVERS, Molly Forrest – Passed away at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, on Sunday, October 31, 2021 after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. She was in her 70th year. Molly was the beloved wife of Bill Rivers. Loving mother of Scott Gardner (Christi), and Susan Rockey (Dave). Cherished grandmother of Lee, Ava, and Nash. Dear sister of Mary...

Clennard "Len" Rolls

Clennard "Len" Rolls

Oct 30, 2021

ROLLS, Clennard George “Len” – passed away at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, on Saturday, October 30, 2021 in his 86th year. Len was the beloved husband of Marilyn (Bowerman). Loving father of Rick, Bonnie Neale (Ken), Sherry (Bob), and Terry. Cherished grandfather of Ashley, Jayme (Brent), Carlie, Michaela (Ryan), and Tyler. Great grandfather of Leah.

When Len...

Eileen Robbins

Eileen Robbins

Oct 23, 2021

EILEEN EMMA ROBBINS

Nee Sutter

March 1, 1928 – October 23, 2021

at Gravenhurst ON

The Blue Jays have lost their number one fan!

Eileen lived a rich life, full of family and friends. Born in...