Douglas Earl DeCaire
Jan 8, 2024
Douglas Earl DeCaire, affectionately known as Doug, passed away on January 8, 2024, in Bala, Ontario. He was born on October 10, 1951, in Bracebridge, Ontario. Doug was a remarkable individual who led an inspiring life filled with various accomplishments and a genuine love for his family.Throughout his career, Doug worked at Alcan Wire and Cable for many years. Additionally,...
Paul Anton Hendrik Schinkel
Jan 7, 2024
Paul was born on September 8, 1951, in England. He was the beloved partner of Christine Strang and a cherished father to his children, Mark Schinkel (Vanessa) and Erin Schinkel (Ian). Paul was the stepfather of Jennifer Strang, Matthew Strang (Rod), Natalie Strang (Kate), and Michael Strang (Brittany). He took pride in being a loving grandfather to Gabriel, Aylen, Katherine,...
Richard Gillmor Colwell
Jan 4, 2024
Richard Gilmor Colwell, affectionately known as Dick, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2024 at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge, Ontario. He was in his 90th year. Dick is survived by Cecelia, his loving wife of more than fifty years. He was pre-deceased by his wife June (nee Ramsay) in 1972.
Dick was the loving, devoted, and supporting father...
Judy Florence Belaskie
Jan 2, 2024
Judy Florence Belaskie, beloved wife, sister, and friend, passed away on January 2, 2024, at Andy's House Hospice Muskoka in Port Carling, ON. She was surrounded by her loved ones as she peacefully transitioned into eternal rest. Judy was born on August 26, 1954, in Malartic, QC. Her kind and compassionate nature touched the lives of many, leaving an indelible...
Marion Elizabeth Austin
Jan 1, 2024
It is with immense sadness and deep shock that the family of Marion Austin share the very sad news of her sudden death. Two weeks ago she was walking 3 Km a day…a rebel who had to close that red circle on her phone “Daily”!
Then Christmas started happening…she was a very busy girl! 💜💋💜
For the last 5 plus...
James Richard Shelly
Dec 28, 2023
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of James Richard Shelly on Thursday, December 28, 2023. He was born on February 1, 1988, in Comox, BC. James cherished his wife Jacqui and their four beautiful daughters Savannah, Mila, Adley, and Renly. His family meant the world to him.
When not spending time with his family, James enjoyed playing basketball, mountain...
Melva Maureen Clarke
Dec 26, 2023
MELVA CLARKE (Nee: Cook) Born in Barkway, April 23, 1926 - December 26, 2023
Melva, one of 11 children born to Ambrose and Cora Cook, grew up on the farm in Barkway.
During WWII, she worked for Dehavilland making Mosquito bomber parts. After the war
she was married to her "sailor" Ross Clarke (HMCS Lanark) in 1946 and...
James "Ted" Edward Gordon Hann
Dec 23, 2023
Ted passed away on December 23, 2023 at age 93, after succumbing to complications as a result of a broken hip due to a fall.
Ted was born in Forest Hill, On. to Jean (nee Heeley) and Gordon Hann, the younger brother to Joan Sutton (Ray). He attended Earl Haig H.S. where he attained his senior matriculation, and after working for...
Wilva Jean Miller
Dec 18, 2023
Wilva Jean Miller, a cherished wife, loving mother, and adored grandmother, passed away on December 18, 2023 at Andy's House Hospice in Port Carling, ON. She was born on January 17, 1936, in Bracebridge, ON.Wilva led a remarkable life filled with love, kindness, and dedication. She touched the hearts of many through her various roles and her vibrant personality. In...
William Kenneth Lippert
Dec 17, 2023
William Kenneth (Ken) Lippert of Kilworthy, Ontario, passed away on Sunday, December 17, 2023 at the age of 87.
Ken was born on his grandparents’ homestead in Dashwood, Ontario, May 18,1936 to parents Edward and Gladys Lippert. He was the eldest of four children including brothers Charles Lippert (deceased)(Maude) and Donald Lippert (Adeline), and sister Judy Hutchinson (Ron).
After a brief sojourn to...
Maurice William Johnson
Dec 16, 2023
Johnson, Maurice William, loving husband of Joan for almost 70 years, father of Barbara of St. George, Bill (Cheryl) of Stouffville, Bob (Brenda) of Newmarket, and Bonnie (Doug Burrell) of Pickering. Predeceased by Joan in August 2023. Sister to Phyllis Rattle of Willowdale and brother-in-law to Victor Chapman of Ottawa. Predeceased by sister-in-law Jean Chapman. Proud grandfather of nine grandchildren...
Kellie Patricia Mae Frankish
Dec 14, 2023
Kellie Patricia Mae Frankish, a devoted school teacher who touched the lives of many, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2023, in Gravenhurst. She was born on August 22, 1968 in Mississauga, Ontario. Kellie had an illustrious career as a school teacher, sharing her passion for education in various parts of the world. She taught in Lahore, Pakistan, Guangzhou, China,...
Martha Johanna Mittelstrass
Dec 11, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Martha. She passed at Andy’s House Hospice Muskoka on Monday, December 11, 2023. She was a beloved wife, mother, Oma, uroma, sister, and tanta, as well as immigrant who embarked on a remarkable journey in pursuit of love and new beginnings. Martha, born on August 20th, 1937, in Hamburg, Germany, boarded a passenger freighter ship...
Ralph Douglas Hair
Dec 9, 2023
Ralph Douglas Hair (April 30, 1947 - December 9, 2023). A competent fisherman, above-average golfer and world-class friend has left us. The third of Fred and Edna Hair’s seven children, Ralph was born in Orillia and raised in the family home on Arthur Street. He attended Park Street Collegiate where, at the height of 5’9”, he distinguished himself as the second-tallest member...
Cynthia "Cindy" Susan Brush
Dec 2, 2023
Cynthia Susan Brush, affectionately known as Cindy, passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at the age of 65 in Port Carling, Ontario. She was born on August 26, 1958, in Bracebridge, Ontario. Cindy was a caring and generous individual who touched the lives of many with her problem-solving abilities and straight-shooting nature. She possessed a tough yet strong spirit...
Timothy Ralph Schell
Nov 30, 2023
It was a calm quiet morning when Tim peacefully slipped away in the early hours of November 30, 2023, in his 92nd year. There will be no more fishing stories, no more carpentry projects nor any more friendly waves to the cottagers on Sunset Bay!
Born October 23, 1932, in Gravenhurst, Tim spent his entire life there, with over 80...
Kirk Dalton Barnes
Nov 29, 2023
Kirk Dalton Barnes, beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2023, at home in Gravenhurst, Ontario. Beloved husband of Leslie Barnes (nee Foley). He was the beloved son of the late Harold and Leonia Barnes (nee Radcliffe), born on June 24, 1958, in Bracebridge, Ontario. Kirk was known for his love of life...
Gabrielle "Gaby" Marie Alice Ackerman
Nov 25, 2023
Passed away peacefully at Muskoka Shores Care Community, Gravenhurst, on Saturday, November 25, 2023 at the age of 94. Gaby was predeceased by her beloved husband Albert “Ab” Giles Ackerman (1986). She will be sadly missed by her children Robert (Cassandra), and Brenda Bates (Carson), as well as her cherished grandchildren David, Heidi, Gab, and Chloe. Gaby is also survived by...
Wanda May Corbett
Nov 21, 2023
On Nov 21, 2023, we lost the Matriarch of our family. Wanda May Corbett passed away peacefully at Joseph Brant Hospital in Burlington with family by her side, as she started her journey to be with her husband once again.
Wanda was married to the late Everett John Corbett for 63 years. Together, they launched Wanda’s Beauty Salon and started...
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