Obituaries

Carole Thorburn

Aug 7, 2018

Thorburn, Carole Anne (nee Sharpe) Passed away peacefully at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge on Tuesday, August 7, 2018 surrounded by love. Carole Anne Thorburn much loved mother to Cindi (Mark) Wigston and Kate Sanderson both of Gravenhurst and Craig (Nancy) Thorburn of Pickering. Carole was predeceased by her sister Helen Englefield. Much loved grandmother to Brian, Sarah,...

Marilyn Barnes

Aug 2, 2018

BARNES, Marilyn Mary (nee Sowman) Suddenly and unexpectantly at her home in Gravenhurst, Marilyn passed away at the age of 59 years. Predeceased by her beloved husband Terry Myrle Barnes on Sept. 11, 2012. Beloved daughter of Dorothy Jean Sedore of New Brunswick and the late Archie Sowman. Beloved sister to Marjorie (Randy) DeVeau of New Brunswick. Marilyn is also...

Iva Break

Jul 28, 2018

Saturday evening, July 28, 2018 Iva was called home to be with her Saviour, Jesus Christ. In her ninety- seventh year. She was reunited with her husband, Carl, of 73 years marriage and her daughter, Eunice. Iva was loved deeply and will be greatly missed. Even in their sorrow her family and friends rejoice in knowing that she is at...

Grant Billiald

Jul 25, 2018

Peacefully at the Orillia Soldiers Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at the age of 87 years. Beloved husband to Maxine Billiald (nee Siddall) of Bracebridge. Beloved father to Marie (Jim) Bewick of Barrie and Lanny Billiald (Kathleen Shields) of Hamilton. Beloved brother to Roy Billiald of Alberton. Much loved grandfather to Wesley (Kaitlin) Forth of Bracebridge, Joshua Forth...

Orval Barker

Jul 23, 2018

Orval Barker died peacefully on July 23, 2018 at the wonderful age of 97. He served from 1941-1945 as a Flight Lieutenant and Wireless Air Gunner in the Royal Canadian Air Force. His career in retailing brought Orval and his wife Norma (predeceased) and their two children Brian Barker of Calgary and Sue Barker (Ian Karn) of Baysville from Montreal...

David Macdonald

Jul 23, 2018

David MacDonald Passed away suddenly at his home in Gravenhurst on Monday, July 23, 2018 at the age of 69 years. David was predeceased by his son Jeff (Cari). Survived by his beloved wife Heather, daughter Hali Camick, son Brent (Becky) and by his beloved grandchildren: Brady, Jett, Whitney (Keith), Mariah (Devon), Walker, Tilly, Pippa, Chloe, Finn and Oliver. David...

Donald Syrett

Jul 4, 2018

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Saturday, August 11th, 2018, Torrance Community Centre

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Service Extra Info Friends are welcome to join the family in a Celebration of Don's life from 1:00 - 4:00 pm

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Dwayne Furlong

Jun 29, 2018

Dwayne Steven Furlong August 10, 1957-June 29, 2018 Passed away peacefully at his home in Gravenhurst on Friday, June 29, 2018 at the age of 60 years. Beloved son of Wayne Furlong and the late Jeanette. Beloved brother of Jackie (Ron) Semeniuk, Debbie (Bob) Stinson both of South River and Sandra Ellis of Gravenhurst. Dear Uncle of Daryl, Kerry, Dallas...

Richard Iutzi

Jun 24, 2018

Owner/Operator of Gravenhurst Paint and Wallpaper from 2002-2018 and Bracebridge Colour & Light from 2006-2018. Peacefully at the Georgian Bay General Hospital in Midland on Sunday, June 24, 2018 with his beloved wife Micky at his side. Richard Allan Iutzi in his 68th year. Beloved husband of Maria Louise (Micky) Iutzi of Severn Bridge. Dear father to Angela (Brad) Nuiten...

Maurice Cook

Jun 23, 2018

Cook, Maurice Stanley Suddenly but peacefully at his residence at the Gravenhurst Manor on Saturday, June 23, 2018 at the age of 92 years. Maurice Stanley Cook beloved husband of the late Marjorie Grace Cook (nee Conway) who predeceased Maurice on January 25, 2009. Beloved father to Paul (Mary) Cook of Gravenhurst, Brenda (Barry) Maw of Severn and Donna Cook-Gentile...

James Steinberg

Jun 20, 2018

Passed away suddenly by peacefully at his home in Gravenhurst on Wednesday, June 20, 2018. James Albert Steinberg, in his 59th year, was the beloved son of Donna Jean Tilley (nee Beer) and the late Orville Steinberg. Dear brother of Tom (Heather) Steinberg of Bracebridge, Linda DeValadares of Gravenhurst, Michael Steinberg of Ottawa and David (Mary) Steinberg of Calgary, Alberta....

Ralph Lemay

Jun 20, 2018

Passed away peacefully at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge surrounded by the love of his family on Wednesday, June 20, 2018. Ralph Edward Lemay was the beloved husband of 64 years to Alfreda May Lemay (nee Hunter) of Gravenhurst. Beloved father of Deborah Sculthorp (Brian) of Gravenhurst, Edward Lemay (Simone) of Kilworthy and Steven Lemay (BobbiJo) of Coldwater....

John Ayling

Jun 11, 2018

Ayling, John Charlton - Passed away peacefully on June 11, 2018 at the age of 100 at the South Muskoka Hospital with his family by his side. Predeceased by his loving wife of 65 years, Helen (Molly) Ayling. He is survived by his loving son, John Peter Ayling, and daughter, Julia McLean-Squires (Austin Squires). Very proud grandfather of Melanie Jane...

Marcella Adamson

Jun 8, 2018

Marcelle "Sally" Victoria Adamson (Leslie) August 10, 1922- June 8, 2018 Passed away peacefully in Bracebridge at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge on Friday, June 8, 2018 at the age of 96 years. Sally was the beloved wife of Ian William Adamson. Dear mother of Gary (Susan) and the late Brian (deceased 1990). Much adored Nana of Victoria...

Joan Denne

Jun 2, 2018

Passed away peacefully at the Muskoka Shores Care Community Nursing Home in Gravenhurst on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at the age of 91 years. Joan was the beloved mother to Diane DuBois and her partner Robert Gifford, David Snow, Dennis and Elizabeth Snow, Wayne Snow, Beverley and Michael MacEachern, Bernice and Wayne Stead, Deborah and Peter Genereau, Brian and Gloria...

Wesley Nash

May 26, 2018

NASH, Wesley Allen - Passed away at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital on Saturday, May 26, 2018 after a courageous battle with cancer. Wesley was the beloved husband of the late Elsie (Duggan) Nash. Loving father of the late Sheila Walker, Gwen Gibson (Brad Glass), Wesley Nash (Debbie), Wendy Natoli, Pam Nash, Kathy Nash (Dean Birley), and Jody Gibson. He will...

Valerie Lacroix

May 20, 2018

LACROIX, Valerie Rachel Kathleen (nee Dungey) After a long and courageous battle with multiple health issues, Valerie passed away suddenly at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge, surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, May 20, 2018 at age 68. Beloved wife of Eric Lacroix of Gravenhurst. Loving mother of Christine Loshaw (Brent), Connie Kennedy (Rob) and Alex Lacroix...

Francis Powless

May 18, 2018

Powless, Francis (Frank) passed away peacefully on May 18, 2018 in his 91st year. Husband to Patricia (deceased). Father to 3 sons and two daughters: Sandra (deceased), Terry, Carol (deceased), Robin and Mark. Grandfather to Cheryl, Jeffery, Kelly, Kerry, Ken, Kyle, Paul, Ryan (deceased) Scott, Shannon &Terrie Lee Great grandfather to many great grand children. He will be greatly missed....

Judith Webb

May 16, 2018

JUDITH VIVIAN WEBB 1942 - 2018 Judy passed away peacefully at Bracebridge Hospital on Wednesday May 16, 2018. Lovingly remembered, she is survived by her brother Ralph of Desboro, niece Candace of Calgary, niece Michelle of Kingston, and nephew Matthew of Desboro. Judy was predeceased by her parents Edmund Vivian Webb and Elizabeth Ide (Siddall). Judy was a teacher in...

Edna Allen

May 10, 2018

Allen, Edna Jane (Walker) Passed away peacefully at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge on Thursday, May 10, 2018 at the age of 98 years. Edna Jane Allen beloved wife of the late John Douglas Allen who predeceased Edna on Nov. 16, 2014. Dear mother to Nancy Wilson (Ken) of Orillia and Barbara Little (Frank) of Gravenhurst. Edna was...