Murray Lester Byer
Jun 30, 2025
BYER, Murray Lester—passed away on Monday, June 30, 2025, at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital at the age of 80. Beloved husband of Aake Byer.
Murray is survived by his sons, Randy Byer (Janice), and Rodney Byer (Tracy). Grandfather to Megan Byer. Dear brother-in-law of Paul Vanda-tuin. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews, as well as extended family.
Murray was...
John Rafferty
Jun 29, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Rafferty, who passed away peacefully on June 29, 2025, at the age of 77 surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband of Audrey Rafferty and a devoted father to John and Matthew Rafferty. Born in Overton, Scotland, UK, on January 27, 1948, John was known for...
Raymond Rochon
Jun 28, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we share the sudden loss of our cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, and friend, Ray Rochon, in Gravenhurst on Saturday, June 28, 2025.
Family was everything to Ray. He was the beloved husband of Shelley, and the proud, devoted father of Andrea (Ian Dick) and Natalie (Tony Curran). Ray was an adoring grandfather...
Barbara Murphy
Jun 18, 2025
It is with profound sadness and love that we announce the passing of Barbara Joan Dorothy Murphy, who passed away peacefully at her cherished home on the lake on June 18, 2025, surrounded by her devoted family.
Barbara was the beloved wife of Brian Aloysius Murphy, and a loving mother to Donna Joan Murphy and Patrick James Murphy (Cindy). She was...
Marian Doris Jorgensen
Jun 14, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Marian Jorgensen, affectionately known as Marney, on the morning of June 14, 2025, at Andy’s House hospice in Port Carling, Ontario. She was 91 years old.
Marney was the cherished mother of her son Randal and his wife Sue, and was predeceased by her beloved sons Philip (late Lisa)...
Todd Joseph Rumble
Jun 10, 2025
RUMBLE, Todd Joseph—passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at Andy’s House-Hospice Muskoka in Port Carling on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. Beloved husband of Gwen Rumble.
Todd will be dearly missed by his children Michael Rumble, Rebecca Lemay, and stepsons Tyler White ( Candice) and Adam White (Emma). Loving grandfather of Easton and Aurora Lemay, and Sophie-Belle and Levi White. He...
Helen Patricia Flavell
Jun 9, 2025
Helen passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9th, at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge.
Helen was the beloved wife of the late William “Bill” Flavell, who predeceased her in 2021. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, and leaves behind a legacy of love, compassion, and service.
She will be deeply missed by her five children, thirteen grandchildren,...
Earl "Wayne" Clodd
Jun 7, 2025
Clodd, Earl “Wayne”—passed away peacefully at Andy’s House – Hospice Muskoka on Saturday, June 7, 2025, after a lengthy illness. Wayne was predeceased by his wife, Bonnie Clodd (2024).
Born on July 5, 1954 in Newmarket ON, Wayne will be remembered as a hardworking, simple man. He enjoyed fishing—specifically ice fishing. He loved the outdoors, camping and enjoying his beer. He...
David Jeffrey Brent
Jun 3, 2025
David Jeffrey Brent, 83, of Gravenhurst passed away peacefully on June 3rd, surrounded by his family and loved ones. Dave grew up in Breslau, became a Teacher in Kitchener, and married Carolyn (nee Hager). They moved to Gravenhurst in 1973 with their two young children where he accepted a position in the Industrial Arts Department at Gravenhurst High School– a...
Naomi Irene Stephens
May 29, 2025
Stephens, Naomi (nee Griffiths) – Peacefully, on Thursday, May 29, 2025 after a brief battle with cancer at Southlake Hospital in Newmarket, at the age of 83. Beloved wife of the late William (Bill) Stephens and cherished mother of Angie Stephens (Kelvin), Shannon Raymer and Ellen Gowland (Michael). Loving grandmother to Meagan Francis (Mathew), Brandon Stephens, Payton Raymer (Kristina), Ava...
Louise McDonald
May 29, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Louise McDonald at Extendicare-Haliburton on Thursday afternoon, May 29, 2025, at the age of 83, with her loving family by her side. Beloved wife of the late Dean McDonald, cherished mother to Lori (Dwaine Lloyd) of Haliburton and Sheila (Jerry Kunes) of Combermere. Louise was a devoted and...
Enid Stothers
May 28, 2025
Enid Passed away peacefully with loved ones by her side at the Alexander Retirement Residence in Gravenhurst on Wednesday, May 28, 2025.
Enid was the beloved wife of the late Leonard Stothers.
Loving mother of Shelly Stothers (Mike), Keith Stothers Crissy), and the Late Micheal Stothers. Cherished Grandmother of Kristin Miscio, Justin Stothers, Josh Stothers, and Renee Stothers. Proud Great Grandmother of Faith, Nevaeh,...
Donna Marie Thompson
May 19, 2025
Passed away peacefully on May 19, 2025, at Andy’s House Hospice in Port Carling, Ontario, in her 78th year.
Beloved wife of the late Ken Thompson, who predeceased her in February of this year. Cherished mother of Chris Thompson and his wife Allison. Proud grandmother to Shane and Cassia Thompson.
Donna will be lovingly remembered by her siblings Don, Deb, Karen, and...
Doreen Ellen Schade
May 18, 2025
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Doreen Ellen Schade March 22, 1936 - May 18, 2025. Doreen was the beloved wife of the late Foster Ray Schade, loving mother of Peter Lorenz (Denise).
Sadly missed by her twin sister Loreen Helen Downey, her nephew Gordon Commandant (Shirley), Cameron Commandant (Lorna) her nieces Colleen Mendes (Trevor), Maureen Downey...
Gladys Bernice Jones (Davidson)
May 15, 2025
Passed away peacefully at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, Bracebridge, on Thursday, May 15, 2025.
Beloved wife of Joseph Irwin Jones. Cherished mother of Anthony (Maria), Glenn, and Lori Barnes (Rick). Proud grandmother of Christopher (Samantha), Katelyn, Michael, Alexander, and Patrick. Loving great-grandmother to Sebastien and Evelyn.
Gladys was predeceased by her siblings Donald (Louise), Edna (Elmer), Stella (James), as well as Stella’s...
David Frederick Tipple
May 15, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of David Frederick Tipple on Thursday, May 15, 2025—a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend.
David leaves behind his children, Jennifer and Scott Edger, and their mother Debra Tipple, who together shared a lifelong bond of family. He was a proud and devoted grandfather to Jacob Edger, Sierra, and June Edger-Sahanatien, who were the...
Douglas Francis Roberts
May 7, 2025
Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, surrounded by love.
Beloved husband of Mary Lou (née Forsyth) for 64 wonderful years. Cherished father of Andrew and his wife Emma, and proud grandfather of Ryan. Doug will be deeply missed by his siblings Joan McCartney (late Terry), Ralph Roberts (Angie), Jim Roberts (Jeannine), and Harold Roberts (Janice), as well as by...
Raymond Raphael Kinoshameg
May 3, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of Ray Kinoshameg—a beloved Elder, father, Mishomis, mentor, and dedicated advocate for within the Friendship Centre movement. Ray passed away on May 3, 2025, in Gravenhurst, with his loving wife by his side.
Ray is survived by his wife, Lyla Kinoshameg (Debassige); his children Cindy Peltier (Kevin Printup), Samantha Kinoshameg (Mshukwad), and Nur...
Clifford George Fitchett
Apr 30, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Clifford “Cliff” Fitchett on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at Andy’s House Hospice in Port Carling, Ontario, surrounded by the love of his family.
Cliff was the husband of the late Muriel Fitchett (2004), with whom he shared a lifetime of laughter, partnership, and devotion. He was a loving father...
Linda Lafreniere
Apr 23, 2025
It is with heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Linda Lafreniere, our dearest Gigi, surrounded by her caring family, at the age of 83.
Linda made Muskoka her home and the heart of her family life. Starting a legacy there that has now continued for 5 generations.
Feisty, strong-willed, and deeply loving, she lived life on her own terms—always serving...
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