Obituaries

Andrew Mccoy

Andrew Mccoy

Feb 20, 2019

McCOY, Andrew Henry - Passed away peacefully at home, on Wednesday, February 20, 2019 in his 86th year. Andrew was the beloved husband of Georgina (Handrigan), loving father of Keith McCoy of Gravenhurst, and Linda McCoy of Cambridge, ON. Loved Step-father. Cherished grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather to many. Dear brother of Dan, Steve, Joe, Dorothy Carson, Margaret Pearson, the late...

James Cruickshank

James Cruickshank

Feb 20, 2019

Passed away peacefully at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. Jim is lovingly remembered by his wife of 51 years, Beth (nee Carruthers) of Gravenhurst and his brother Don of Toronto. He was the cherished father of Cathryn (Samir Zabaneh) and Peter, both of Toronto and beloved Poppa to Michael, Nicholas and Leila Zabaneh of Toronto. Jim was...

Sandra Renton

Sandra Renton

Feb 19, 2019

RENTON, Sandra - Passed away peacefully, on Tuesday, February 19, 2019, just two days after her 81st birthday. Sandra was the beloved wife of the late David Renton (2015). Loving mother of the late Christopher, Heather, and Jeffrey Renton (Ray Starr). Cherished grandmother of Michael Walker and Samantha Dilworth. Great grandmother of Devyn and Dakota Dilworth and Aisley and Layla...

John Brunton

John Brunton

Feb 11, 2019

John Alfred Brunton 1925-2019 It is with profound sadness the family announce the passing of John (Jack) Brunton, aka "John Boy of Walton Rd." peacefully on Mon. Feb. 11, 2019 surrounded by love. Predeceased by his parents: Elsie and Alfred Brunton, his brothers: Harold, Gilbert (Emily), Douglas (Audrey), Harry (Jane), Lorne (Vera), Edward (June), Gordon and his only sister Doris...

Karolyn Kirk

Karolyn Kirk

Feb 7, 2019

Passed away at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, on Thursday, February 7, 2019 after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. She was the beloved wife of Don, loving mother of Todd, and dear sister of Phil Wood (Gay). To honour her wishes, cremation has taken place. Memorial contributions to SMMH greatly appreciated and may be arranged through Cavill Funeral Home....

Dorothy Bryan

Dorothy Bryan

Feb 2, 2019

Dorothy passed away peacefully at The Manor of Gravenhurst on February 2, 2019 at the age of 92. Beloved wife of the late Donald Matthew Bryan (2004). Cherished mother to Keith (Brigitte) Bryan of Toronto, Kathleen (Murray) Powell of Gravenhurst, Karen (Werner) Winters of Toronto, Kevin (Laura) Bryan of Picton, Kim Bryan of Gravenhurst, and Michelle Boston of Barrie. Beloved...

Lorna Lanyon

Lorna Lanyon

Jan 31, 2019

LANYON, Lorna - Lorna passed away peacefully at south Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge January 31, 2019 at the age of 83. Lorna was the beloved wife of the late Wilfred Lanyon. Dear mother to Elaine Jacobs (Dave). Cherished grandmother to Karina, Tamara, and Natasha Jacobs. Great grandmother to Tre and Marijka Tolton. Sister to Georgie Dunn. Memorial Donations can...

Barbara Mcdivitt

Barbara Mcdivitt

Jan 31, 2019

Information to follow. Service Details. Service When: Saturday, February 16th, 2019 1:00pm Location: Bala United Church Address: 3115 Highway 169 BALA, ON P0C 1A0

William Cain

William Cain

Jan 31, 2019

Information to follow.

Evelyn Beiers

Evelyn Beiers

Jan 27, 2019

Passed away in her 84th year on January 27, 2019. Born July 7, 1934 in Gravenhurst to Harry and Nellie Holmes.She married the love of her life, Raymond Cecil Beiers on January 22, 1955 and spent 47 beautiful years together until his passing in 2002.She is survived by her children Brenda (Jeff), Barbara Terry (Michael) and Barry (Susan), grandchildren Nathan,...

Murray Bush

Murray Bush

Jan 23, 2019

July 13, 1948 - January 23, 2019 BUSH, Murray - Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 23, 2019. Beloved husband of Norma Bush (nee Alexander) of Gravenhurst. Loving stepfather of Stephanie and Ryan Neale of Gravenhurst. Loving brother of Sandra (Garry) Fitzell of Gravenhurst, and the late Donald (Betty) Bush of Parry Sound. Loving brother-in-law of Bonnie (Ron) Foster of...

Walter Herd

Walter Herd

Jan 22, 2019

Herd, Walter Basil (Bud) July 25, 1924 - January 22, 2019 Walter peacefully passed away in his sleep at home at the age of 94. Predeceased by his wife Edith (2009). Survived by his children Wayne (Ruth) Herd, Elaine (Bill) Kato, and Susan Runham. Cherished grandfather of 6 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild. Cremation has taken place....

Maureen O'Gara

Maureen O'Gara

Jan 21, 2019

Service Details. Following Maureen's wishes cremation has taken place. No service is planned at this time.

Mona Buckerfield

Mona Buckerfield

Jan 20, 2019

Mona Margaret Buckerfield, 95, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 20th, 2019 in Bracebridge. Mona was born November 23, 1923 in Gravenhurst. After completing secondary school in Gravenhurst, Mona attended Teacher's College in Toronto and taught for many years in Simcoe and Muskoka counties. Mona graduated from the University of Toronto and was a proud alumnus of Trinity College (1955)....

Michel Cormier

Michel Cormier

Jan 19, 2019

CORMIER, Michel - Passed away suddenly, yet peacefully at home, on Saturday, January 19, 2019. He was in his 59th year. Michel was the beloved husband of Jacqueline (Luna). Dear brother of Paulette James (Kevin), and Cyrille Cormier. Cherished uncle of Victoria, Kirk, and Kristen. Predeceased by his parents, Rene (2007) and Helen (2006). Friends may join the family on...

Margaret Black

Margaret Black

Jan 17, 2019

BLACK, Margaret (Scarfe) - Passed away peacefully at Royal Victoria Hospital on Thursday, January 17th, 2019 in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late William (Bill) Black of Gravenhurst. Loving mother of Jennifer (Kurt) Schroeder of B.C, the late John Black (Cathy) of Gravenhurst, and David (Joanne) Black of Thornton. Loving sister to Dorothy (Anthony) Lowton and Robert (June)...

Winifred Sibley

Winifred Sibley

Jan 17, 2019

Winifred Sibley passed away with her family by her side at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital on January 17, 2019 in her 82nd year. Pre-deceased by son David. Survived by her loving children Stephen (Joyce), Linda, and Gary (Jloe). Cherished grandmother to Christine, Stephanie, Jennifer, Holly and Ronald and great-grandmother of Luke, Milez and Mariah. Following Winifred's wishes, cremation has taken...

Venancio Loureiro

Venancio Loureiro

Jan 9, 2019

LOUREIRO, Venancio Marques - Passed away on Wednesday, January 9, 2019 in his 92nd year. Venancio was the beloved husband of the late Idalina (Pedrosa). Loving father of Vince (Pat), and Jorge. Cherished grandfather of Collin and Michael. A private graveside service will be held in the spring at Mickle Memorial Cemetery. Service Details. A private graveside will be held...

Garry Leishman

Garry Leishman

Jan 8, 2019

LEISHMAN, Garry Abial "Hap" - Passed away at home, after a lengthy battle with cancer, on Tuesday, January 8, 2019 in his 77th year. Hap was the beloved husband of Kelly Brown. Loving father of Brooke Leishman (Shaun VanDyk), Jennifer Leishman, Melissa Leishman (Jason Cook), Natasha Potter, and Cori-James Plaskitt. Cherished grandfather of Omari, Kalani, Ashari, and Dominique. Dear friend...

Dennis Totten

Dennis Totten

Jan 5, 2019

TOTTEN, Dennis James Norman - Died suddenly, as the result of a snowmobile accident in Gravenhurst, on Saturday, January 5, 2019 in his 41st year. Dennis was the loving father of Ethan, his mother Crystal, Jacob, and Pheonix, their mother Chantal. Beloved son of Brenda and the late Dennis Totten. Dear brother of Apryl, and Guy. Loved nephew of Brian...