Obituaries

Erica Nickason

Aug 31, 2021

NICKASON, Erica Leah, age 50, passed away tragically in a house fire at her home in Gravenhurst, on Tuesday, August 31, 2021. Erica was the beloved wife of Justin Curtis. Cherished mother of Karl (Joelle), Eric, Meagan (Liam), Hayden (Hailey) and Matthew. Loving grandmother of Ryder, and Summer. Dear sister of the late Michael Nickason. Loving daughter of Pat Nickason...

Dorothy Birnie

Aug 30, 2021

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dorothy Birnie (nee Booth), 95, in the early hours of August 30th, at her home in Gravenhurst with her daughter and husband at her side.

Born in Edinburgh, Scotland in 1926, mum met and married dad, John T. Birnie, in 1951 before immigrating to Toronto, Canada...

Wanda Jefferd

Aug 29, 2021

JEFFERD, Wanda Ann (Baird) – Passed away suddenly at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, on Sunday, August 29, 2021, after a brief illness. Wanda was the beloved wife of the late Ronald Walter Jefferd (2015). Loving mother of Reginald Reid Jefferd, (Wendy), and Carol Joan Doherty (William). Cherished grandmother of William Albert Doherty (Emily), Jefferd Daniel Doherty (Kindal), and David...

Phyllis Wardman

Aug 26, 2021

WARDMAN, Phyllis Helen (Hobden) – It Is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Phyllis Wardman. She passed peacefully at Granite Ridge Retirement Home on Thursday, August 26, 2021 in her 91st year.

Phyllis was the beloved wife of the late Douglas Wardman (2002). Loving mother of Gerry (Joan), and Susan Ragsdale (Rob). Adored grandmother...

Gayle Dunlop

Aug 26, 2021

DUNLOP, Gayle – Passed away suddenly at her home in Gravenhurst, with her husband by her side, the morning of Thursday, August 26, 2021. She was in her 71st year. Beloved wife to John “Ian” Dunlop of 52 years. Cherished mother of John (Danette), and Victoria Dunlop. Loving grandmother of Vanessa, and Nicole Dunlop. Dear sister of Eileen Evans,...

Carl "Lloyd" Seehaver

Aug 20, 2021

Passed away peacefully at home, with family by his side, on Friday, August 20, 2021. Lloyd was the beloved husband and best friend of Shirley Anne (Boyd), for over 57 years. Loving father of Judy Seehaver, and Linda Seehaver. Predeceased by his brothers, Gordon (the late May), and Aubrey (Helen).

From the logging camps to farming to...

John "Stu" Rodger

Aug 16, 2021

RODGER, John Stuart “Stu” – Passed away at Kirkland Lake, on Monday, August 16, 2021. He was in his 67th year. Stu was the beloved husband of Sandi (Sutton). Loving father of Nicole Patchett (Rob). Dear brother of Hilda Rodger.

Memorial contributions to a charity of one’s choice greatly appreciated.

Visitations will be held at Cavill Funeral...

Glenn Sanderson

Aug 14, 2021

Sanderson, Glenn David It is with great sadness that Glenn’s family announces his passing, in his 69th year on August 14, 2021 at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital. Glenn leaves behind his son David, sisters Kathryn (Robert Reid) of Severn, Wendy (Joe Mannell) of Gravenhurst and brother Mark of Severn.  Glenn was Uncle to many.  Predeceased by his brother...

Craig Bell

Aug 10, 2021

BELL, Thomas Craig – Passed away peacefully at home, with family at his side, on Tuesday, August 10, 2021. He was in his 75th year. Craig was the beloved husband of Pauline for 49 years. Loving father of Kimberley Ann Leslie (Philip), Denise Riggs (Larry), Jaclyn McConnell (Troy), and Jeff Bell (Louise). Cherished grandfather of Grace, Owen, Ethan, Quintin, Isla, Meghan...

Mary Allen

Aug 9, 2021

ALLEN, Mary Helen – Passed away at home, surrounded by loved ones, on Monday, August 9, 2021. She was in her 73rd year. Mary was the beloved wife of Ken Allen. Loving mother of Holly Allen (Mike Lord), Brooke Allen (Sean Gostick), and Nancy Kroeger. Cherished grandmother of Stephen Bradley, Joshua Tucker, Graeme Allen, Amelia Dalgleish, and Conner Hill....

William "Bill" Edwards

Aug 7, 2021

William “Bill” Roy Edwards

Feb.1, 1924 – Aug. 7, 2021

Bill was a Toronto boy through and through. However, his heart was always at Kahshe Lake and he resided for many years in the Town of Gravenhurst, Muskoka.

Bill was Marion's beloved husband for 47 years. He will be missed by his children,...

John Orchard

Aug 5, 2021

ORCHARD, John Robert – Passed away peacefully on Thursday August 5, 2021, in the early morning, at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital. He was in his 84th year. Beloved husband of Stella (Grisdale) for 27 years. Cherished father of Fred (Leslie), and Todd (Lisa); step-father of the late Pam (Gord), the late Ian, and Stan (Cindy). Loving grandfather of Carly,...

Marjorie Joselin

Aug 2, 2021

JOSELIN, Marjorie Effie (nee Matthias) – Passed away on Monday, August 2, 2021, at Muskoka Shores Care Community, at the age of 93. Marjorie was the beloved wife of William (Bill) Thomas Joselin who predeceased her in 1996.

Cherished mother of Brenda (John) Matt, Yvonne Stewart and Jim (Kathy) Joselin.  Loving grandmother of Tim, Eric, Brent, Camille,...

Walter "Wally" Henderson

Jul 31, 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Walter Henderson on Saturday, July 31, 2021. Beloved husband and best friend to his wife Elizabeth Henderson for 20 years.  Loving father to Debra Grech (Tony); Nicholas Henderson.  Predeceased by his son David Henderson. Loving stepfather to Corinne Teal (Chris) and Ryan Teal (Lucie). He will be sadly missed by his...

Steven Thompson

Jul 28, 2021

THOMPSON, Steven Edward – Passed away at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, on Wednesday, July 28, 2021, in his 70th year. Steven was the loving father of Steven (Crystal), and the late Edward. Cherished grandfather of Alaina.

To honour his wishes, cremation has taken place.

Personal condolences and memories may be shared at www.cavillfuneralhome.com

Terry Ward

Jul 27, 2021

WARD, S.B. Terrance “Terry” – Passed away on Tuesday, July 27, 2021 in his 84th year. Terry was the beloved husband of the late Beverley Ann. Proud father of Christine (Paul Leibold), David (d. 2020), Terri Ann (Neil Winemaker), and Shelda (Neil Salter).  Cherished grandfather of nine and great grandfather of six. Dear brother of Victoria and Maureen (Tony...

Michael Mccallum

Jul 23, 2021

McCALLUM, Michael John – Passed away at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Friday, July 23, 2021. Michael was the beloved son of Susan and Pres McCallum. Dear brother of Matthew (Amber). He will also be missed by his extended family in Muskoka and S.W. Ontario, as well as his friends at Community Living – South Muskoka. A memorial Service...

Donald Hodgins

Jul 19, 2021

Passed away on Monday, July, 19, 2021 with his family by his side, after a long and brave battle with cancer. A family man with great patience and a caring soul for all he met. Cherished in return by those who knew and loved him.

Beloved husband of wife Lynne. Dearest Papa to daughters Jennifer...

James White

Jul 19, 2021

WHITE, James Wilbert – Passed away on Monday, July 19, 2021 at home with loved ones at his side. He was in his 88th year. James was the beloved husband of Dorothy (Schell) for over 67 years. Loving father of Edward (Darlene), Michael (Robena), William (Debbie), and Daniel (Judy). Cherished grandchildren Veronica, Teresa, Christina, Edward, Amanda, Kari, Michael, and...

Kerry Lamb

Jul 18, 2021

LAMB, Kerry Donald  - passed away peacefully in Huntsville hospital on July 18th, 2021 with loved ones by his side. Kerry was the beloved friend of Jackie DeCaire. Loving father of Tyler Walker (Mercedes) and cherished Grandfather to Delilah and Zoraya of Clairmont, Alberta. Dear Brother of Kim Rudd and Brother-in-law Tom. Cherished Uncle of Stefanie Rudd-Sidawi (Ziyad) Ali...