Obituaries

Oct 6, 2020

Passed away peacefully at her home in Gravenhurst, on Tuesday, October 6, 2020, at the age of 73. Yvonne was the beloved wife of John Crawford. Loving mother of Sherry (Chris) Dixon-Tomporowski, Erin (Darryl) Fleger, Kristin (Scott) Bacon, and Jill (Phil) Masters. Cherished grandmother of Tyler, Taylor, Kaycee, Kaylin, Andrew, Jordan, Gavin, and Riley. Dear sister of Janie (Andy)...

Oct 5, 2020

Passed away suddenly at his cottage doing what he loved, on Monday, October 5, 2020, at the age of 90. He was the beloved husband of Catherine (Hall) for the past 67 years. Loving father of Wendy Mairs (David), Jill Gaston (Glen), and Nancy Pickard. Cherished grandfather of Matt Copps (Lana), Ryan Copps, Jeff Welch (Dee), Cory Gaston (Michelle),...

Oct 3, 2020

Passed suddenly in her beloved Muskoka home on Saturday October 3, 2020. Eva was the proud mother of Jennifer Fleming (Michael) and Emily Cockburn (Brian). The loving Nana of Grace, Paige and Skye. Married 51 years to Brian, they traveled the world together. The last four years were a challenge for Eva, with the onset of Alzheimer's,...

Oct 3, 2020

KRAWETZ, Michael William

Peacefully at his home in Gravenhurst, with his devoted wife Sharon by his side. Loving father of Erin (Jeff), adoring Papa to Gage Michael Krawetz, dedicated son to the late Helen, and Michael (Gail), and predeceased by beloved brother Stephen (Bonnie). Very cherished brother-in-law will be dearly missed by Wilfred (Tracy), Dorothy (Victor), late...

Oct 1, 2020

BARNES, Shirley Jean (Addis)

Shirley passed on October 1st, 2020 held by her husband (Jim) and children (Jamie & Jody) who absolutely adored, admired, respected and loved their fearless leader.

She leaves behind her brothers and sisters (Marie, Bill, Allan, Ron, Jim, Jack and Jill), son in-law Chuck, daughter in-law Stevie, grandchildren Emily, Evan and Addison.

Shirley was the 7th born of 8 unique and special children from William and Marguerite Addis in...

Sep 24, 2020

WRIGHT, Wayne William Christopher – Passed away suddenly at his home, on Thursday, September 24, 2020, in Gravenhurst, ON. Wayne is survived by his sister Stacey Wright. Dear son of the late William and Edith Wright.

In keeping with Wayne’s wishes, cremation has taken place.

Memorial contributions to a charity of your choice is greatly...

Sep 21, 2020

Stevenson, Marilyn May (Brayman) – Passed away peacefully, on Monday September 21, 2020 at Muskoka Shores Care Community, Gravenhurst, ON. Marilyn was the beloved wife of William “Bill” Stevenson for almost 50 years. Loving mother of Kristie Black (Magella), Wendy Cuthbert (Stan), Colleen Zedo (Rob) and Lynn Fullerton (Greg). Pre-deceased by her parents Melville (Mel) and Eileen Brayman. Sister...

Sep 15, 2020

VAN PETEGEM, Audrey Louise – Passed away suddenly after a heart attack, on Tuesday, September 15, 2020, in Newmarket, at the age of 58. Audrey leaves behind her beloved husband, of 34 years, Scott Harkness. She was the loving mother of Chase, Thea, and Adanna. Dear sister of Deborah van Petegem and her husband Brian Bredewold. Audrey also leaves...

Sep 7, 2020

BUTSON, Thomas Lawrence – Passed away at his home on Monday, September 7, 2020 in his 79th year. Tom was the beloved husband of the late Darlene (Oldfield). Loving father of Natasha (Daniel), Kristy (Ryan), Sean, Tracy, and Melanie. Cherished grandfather of Kayla, Alyssa, Taylor, Brooke, Eden, Kirsty, Niall, and Jonathon. Tom was a proud volunteer for over 20...

Sep 4, 2020

HAMMILL, Joseph James – Passed away suddenly at home surrounded by his family, on Friday, September 4, 2020. Joe was in his 42nd year. He will be sadly missed by his parents David and Suzanne Hammill, his sister Laura Hammill (Shane Woodcox), nephews Leland and Mason Whipp and their father Adam. Also missed by his aunts and uncles: Elaine...

Aug 29, 2020

SEDORE, Howard Chesley – Passed away peacefully at home with family by his side, on Saturday, August 29, 2020, in his 87th year. Howard was the beloved husband of the late Patricia (Virgoe). Loving father of Faith Hansen (Iver), the late Howard Jr., and Kelly (Laurie). Cherished grandfather of the late Iver Jr., Kathleen (John), Daniel (Natasha), Michelle (Will),...

Aug 21, 2020

CRAIG, Allan Keith – Passed away peacefully at home, with family at his side on Friday August 21, 2020, just two days shy of his 82nd birthday. Allan was the beloved husband of the late Annabelle (Clement) Craig. Loving father of Justina Budney (Jon), Christina Page (Len), Cecil Goldberg, and Tammy Craig (Donna). Also sadly missed by his 10...

Aug 12, 2020

MOORE, Gerald Archibald –  of Gravenhurst  passed away peacefully at Castle Peak Retirement Residence, Bracebridge, on Wednesday, August 12, 2020, in his 88th year. Gerald was the beloved husband of the late Phyllis (Millward). Loving father of Douglas (Carolyn), and Sharon (Greg). Dear brother of Joan (Trevor).

As a private man and one of few words, most knew very little about Gerry.  So we would like...

Aug 8, 2020

Marilyn grew up in Baysville with her 6 bothers and sisters. She’s is survived by her father Marvin, younger brother David, sister Lori, and older brother Carl.  She will be greatly missed by her children Amee, Eric, and her grandson Cole. She was always there to help her family when they needed her. She loved woodwork and antiques. Would never...

Aug 7, 2020

BROWN, Rev. Dr. Michael David Ernest – Died suddenly while playing tennis, Friday, August 7,

2020 in his 81st year. Michael was the sweetheart and much-loved husband of Lois McKenzie-Brown.

Loving father of Jennifer Taylor (Craig), Adrienne Brown, Stephanie Brown, and Christopher Brown (Eva).

Loving stepfather to Kevin McKenzie (Elizabeth), Karen Jenney (Greg),...

Aug 5, 2020

Passed away suddenly, of natural causes, at home on Wednesday, August 5, 2020, at the age of 30. Michael was the loving boyfriend of Caitlin Johnson.  Cherished father of Madison Jean. Dear son of Paul (Lisa), and Cindy (Brad) Ryan. Beloved brother of Stephanie (Zach), and Danielle (Daniel) Ryan. Stepbrother of Matthew, Brad, and Todd Metherel, and Dee Green....

Aug 1, 2020

Kenneth Albert Hyde, age 77, of Stratford and formerly of Gravenhurst, passed away peacefully at home on August 1, 2020. Born in Stratford, he was the son of the late Carl and Annie (Cook) Hyde.

Ken was raised in North Easthope Township and lived in the Stratford area until 1988 when his love and passion for the...

Jul 30, 2020

GILBERT, Gabriel Karim – Passed away suddenly at his home with family by his side, on Thursday, July 30, 2020. At the age of 35. Beloved husband of Jessica Zenhenko. Cherished son of Helen Gilbert. Dear brother of Jessica Zimmerman (Rick Wahl). Loving uncle of Nico, James, Josh, and Taryn. Son-in-law of Beverly and brother-in-law of Beverly. Gabriel loved...

Jul 30, 2020

With great sadness, the family of Carol Kennaley announces the peaceful passing of Carol at her home with family by her side, on Thursday, July 30, 2020. At the age of 73. The world gained another angel. Carol will be forever remembered by Peter, her husband of 54 years. She was the beloved mother of Shannon, and Shalee.  Loving...

Jul 27, 2020

OLLMAN, Robert Francis – Passed away at his residence on Monday, July 27, 2020 in his 79th year. Bob was the beloved husband of the late Jonette. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends.

To honour his wishes, cremation has taken place.