All Obituaries

ROBERT LEONARD GRAY Of Burk’s Falls Peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville, with his family at his side on Tuesday January 24, 2023.  Bob Gray, beloved husband of June, was in his 76th year.  Loving father of Kelli (Bill), Leonard (Pam) and David (Rakel).  Proud grandfather of Krystaline (Bret), Anaielle and Leora. Great grandfather of Elysia, Jack, Kailey, Dakota and Andrew. Dear brother of Paul (Darlene), Bill and the late Dave (late Rose). Having served...

Mathew Stanley Whitehead Of South River   It is with heavy hearts that the Whitehead family announces the sudden passing of Mathew Stanley Whitehead on Thursday, January 19, 2023, he was in his 32nd year.  Much loved son of Stanley & Joanne Whitehead (nee Johnston).  Cherished brother of Meaghan Whitehead (David Forde) and Mallory Whitehead (Joe Parkes).  Proud uncle of Alex, Tanner and Carter.  Lovingly remembered by his grandfather “Papa Jack”...

MARION LOIS MAY   Peacefully and with family by her side passed away on January 18th 2023 in her 95th year. Marion will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by all of her family and many friends. A burial service will be held on Monday, May 1, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at Midlothian Cemetery to honor and celebrate a beautiful and incredible life.  In lieu of flowers the family have asked for donations to the Burks Falls United Church or Almaguin Pet Rescue as expressions...

 Clarence John Tschantz   Passed away peacefully at the Orillia Soldier’s Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, January 17, 2023, he was in his 89th year. Beloved husband of Alita Tschantz (nee Eder). Cherished father of  Darla Smallwood and Vince Tschantz. Proud grandfather of  Trel Smallwood  and Trevor Smallwood both of  Keswick, ON. Son of Virgil and Zina Tschantz. Sadly missed by his siblings Clara and Clifford of Oregon. Clarence...

Kathleen Joan Judd July 28, 1922 – January 17, 2023 Peacefully on Tuesday, January 17th,2023 in her 101st year, Kathleen Judd, beloved wife of the late Douglas.  Dear mother of Christine (Clifford).  Kathleen is survived by her grandsons Collin (Katie), Trevor and Kevin, great- grandchildren Tyson, Summer, Meadow, Richelle and Jocelyn and great-great granddaughter Norah.  She will be fondly remembered by Dulcie and Tammy. Private family arrangements have been...

YVONNE WILLS Of Kearney It is with deepest sadness that we announce the passing of our loved one, Yvonne Wills. Yvonne has been a steadfast wife and friend to her husband Ross Wills. Yvonne was a dear Sister -in-law to Marilyn (Stanley) Manchuk, Cheryl (Richard) Philip, Valerie (Mark) Janke. Dearest Stepmom to Edward (Kim) Wills, Patricia (Todd) Kessler. Loving Grandma to Haylee, Zachary, Taylor and Tristan. Caring and loving Aunt to 6 Nieces and Nephews and Great Aunt to 9 Great Nieces and...

MR. WILLIAM HENRY MARSHALL “Hank” Of Huntsville and formerly of Emsdale Peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville on Friday January 13, 2023.  Hank Marshall, beloved husband of Peggy, was in his 94th year. Dear father of Carolyn Brendstrup (Trig), Janice Marshall (late Paul), Nancy Edson (Kent), Craig Marshall, Andy Marshall (Amy), and Kent Marshall (Cheryl). Proud grandfather of Sjana, Aaron, Marshall, Jordan, Kaitlynn, Courtney, Hannah, Michael, Kyle, Laird,...

  Donna Durand “Gooch” of Sundridge Suddenly at her home in Sunridge on Sunday January 8, 2023.  Donna, beloved wife of Andy and dear mother of Jade Baxter, A.J. and Max Durand. Loving daughter of Daphne (nee Warner) and the late George Gooch and daughter-in-law of Ruth Durand (Melvin). Sister of Mike Gooch (Melissa) and Georgie Gooch and aunt of Samantha. Donna was loved by Uncle Gord Durand and many others; she was a proud Ice Devil’s Hockey mom, a talented...

 Lorna Elizabeth Jackson-Hall March 17, 1948 – January 6, 2023   In her pragmatic and humble nature, Lorna did not want any fanfare about her passing. In lieu of a funeral or memorial service, we will celebrate her life in words. Born March 17, 1948, Lorna Elizabeth Jackson was the second-born child to Annie Elizabeth Jackson (Norman) and Allan Albert Jackson of North Bay. She was a much-loved sister to Harold (Mary), Ken (Gail), Tom (Kathryn), and Jan (Joe). Throughout...

JOYCE MARTHA ALICE KOURIS (nee Welch) of North Bay and formerly of Sundridge Joyce passed away on Monday December 12, 2022, at the North Bay Regional Health Centre at the age of 87. Loving wife and best friend of the late Robert (Bob) Kouris and mother of the late Richard and Terry Hewitt. She is predeceased by her parents, Norma (nee Raaflaub) and William (Babe) Welch and siblings Jerroldyn, Helen (Ernest Matton), Dale (Shelley) and survived by Vernon (Ann Marie) and nieces and...