Obituaries

Charlie Brown

Charlie Brown

Sep 7, 2023

Passed away peacefully at the Huntsville Hospital on Thursday, September 7, 2023, he was in his 75th year.  Beloved friend of Mary Benn.  Cherished father of Michelle Ryan (Dwayne Phillip), Erin Ubeika (Chris) and Christopher Brown.  Proud grandfather of Aidan, Naomi, Zachary, Zarrian, Ryan, Genevieve, Maguire, Georgia and great-grandfather of Emmett.  Lovingly remembered by his brothers Duncan Brown and Don...

Terry Anne Hutchison

Terry Anne Hutchison

Aug 18, 2023

Passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones at Nipissing Serenity Hospice in North Bay on Friday, August 18, 2023, she was in her 65th year.  Beloved wife of Brian Hutchison.  Cherished mother of Erica Hutchison, Heather Hind (Kevin), Jamie Hogeterp (Michael), Brian Hutchison and Christina Hutchison.  Proud grandmother of Adelynn, Cody, Ethan and Austin.  Lovingly remembered by her sister...

Marjorie Helen Bradford

Marjorie Helen Bradford

Aug 18, 2023

Passed away at Fairvern Long- Term Care in Huntsville on Friday, August 18, 2023, she just celebrated her 100th birthday.  Beloved wife of the late Leigh Bradford.  Cherished mother of Gloria (Bill) and Bonnie (Ronnie).  Proud grandmother of Leigh, Sue-Anne (Rob), Shawna (Peter), Lee-Ann (Dennis), Barry (Sarah) and great-grandmother of Andrew, Claudia, Aubrey, Kimberly, Parker and Logan.  Marjorie is predeceased...

Turner Lionel Montpetit

Turner Lionel Montpetit

Aug 14, 2023

It is with great sadness that the Montpetit family announces the passing of Turner Lionel Montpetit on Monday, August 14, 2023 in his home surrounded by his family.

Beloved husband of 61 years to Violet Cottrell, the pretty blond with whom he was smitten back in 1959.  Father to Colette, Melanie and Matthew. Father-in-law to Dan and Jennifer. Grandfather to Thomas,...

David Steven Willett

David Steven Willett

Aug 13, 2023

Suddenly at home on Sunday August 13, 2023.  David, beloved partner, and best friend of Ellen Murdy was in his 71st year.David is predeceased by his parents Vern (Stub) and Mabel Willett, brother Garry, sisters Valerie and infant Bonnie.He is survived by his sister-in-law Shirley Willett and brother-in-law Ray Marshall.Uncle of Brenda (Mark), Kevin (Krista), Raymond, Heather (John) and their...

Ronald Frank Smith

Ronald Frank Smith

Aug 8, 2023

Peacefully at Cassellholme in North Bay on Tuesday August 8, 2023. Ron, beloved husband of the late Edith Elaine Smith, was in his 87th year. Dear father of Doug Smith (Kim) and Tanya Gordon (Doug). Proud grandfather of Michael and Steven Smith and Sarah Gordon. Great grandfather of Kayla, Lyla, and Zoey Smith. Ron was the youngest of 11 children...

Carol Anne Brown

Carol Anne Brown

Jul 30, 2023

Peacefully at home, surrounded by her daughters and her brother on Sunday July 30, 2023, she joined her husband, the late Wade Brown. Loving mother of Lori Atkins (Ian), Leslie Taylor (Phil), Jodi Bennett (Mark) and stepmother of Darryl Brown. Loving grandma, Iggy and Mimi to Jeffrey (Jenna), Dustin (Rikki), Parker, Spencer (Samantha), Dexter, Kaylynn, Colin, Jackson (Kaitlyn), Carter, Jessica,...

Howard Carmen White

Howard Carmen White

Jul 27, 2023

Passed away at the Pines Long-Term Care in Bracebridge on Thursday, July 27, 2023, he was in his 98th year.  Beloved husband of the late Maxine White (nee Campbell).  Cherished father of Larry White (Brenda) and Carol Layne (John).  Loving grandfather of Julie Votta (Elia) and Amy Layne (Josh Shortt) and great- grandfather of Nicholas, Matteo and Gabriella.  Sadly missed...

Evelyn Alice Cox

Evelyn Alice Cox

Jul 24, 2023

Peacefully at home on Monday July 24, 2023.  Ev, beloved wife of the late Marvin for 65 years, was in her 86th year.Dear mother of Marlin (Brenda) and the late David Cox.Fondly remembered by all her grandchildren and great grandchildren and survived by 8 siblings.Ev will be remembered for her spirit, kindness, and determination.The family will receive visitors at the...

Kevin Kennedy

Kevin Kennedy

Jul 20, 2023

Suddenly at home on Thursday July 20, 2023. Kevin Kennedy, beloved son of the late Vera and Frank Kennedy, was in his 66th year.Dear brother of the late Melvin Kennedy.Proud uncle of Melisa Bolton (Darren), Michael Kennedy (Talitha) and Marc Kennedy (Bonnie) and great uncle of Kyra, Karlee, Kaylee, Aiden, Maddison, Brooklyn, Sophie, and Joey.

A graveside service to celebrate...

Helen Louise Caldwell

Helen Louise Caldwell

Jul 17, 2023

 

Helen Louise Caldwell

 

The family of Helen Louise Caldwell (nee Frost), former long time resident of Sundridge, beloved wife of Edward "Ted" Caldwell, sadly announce that mom passed away on July 17, 2023 at the Sault Ste. Marie Hospital.

 

She will be greatly missed by her daughter Alice, sons Bob (Carol), Peter (Elaine), her grandchildren Sarah (Mark), Brendan (Nettie),...

Betty Attwell

Betty Attwell

Jul 15, 2023

Peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Saturday July 15, 2023.  Betty Attwell (nee McCreary) , beloved wife of the late Ron Attwell, was in her 87th year.Dear mother of Rhonda Theberge (Greg), Bob Attwell (Terri) and Steve Attwell (Fanny).Proud grandmother of Racquel, Brett, Marly, Kristi (Keith), Laura (Yannis), Zach (Charlee), Cole (Aimée), Shaw (Missy) and great grandmother of Leo,...

Pamela June Harrison

Pamela June Harrison

Jul 13, 2023

 

Pamela June Harrison (nee Rand)

Of Huntsville

 

Passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday, July 13, 2023, she was 54 years old.  Beloved wife of the late Dwayne Harrison.  Cherished daughter of the late Wilbert Rand.  Lovingly remembered by her siblings John Rand (Maryanne), Nancy Nielsen (Brandon), Debbie Rand, Cindy Stewart, Muriel Power and honorary daughter of...

Kaye Lynn Armstrong

Kaye Lynn Armstrong

Jul 9, 2023

 

Kaye L. Armstrong

of Sprucedale

 

Passed away on July 9, 2023 following a very short illness. He was in his 67th year. Beloved husband of 46 years to Velma Armstrong (nee Jacobs), Dear father to Dan (Jodie) Armstrong, the late Lainie Sallmen (2015), Ricky Armstrong (Miranda) and father-in-law to Jason Sallmen (Lynn). Proud Papa to Taylor...

Phyllis Harris MacKay

Phyllis Harris MacKay

Jul 6, 2023



Phyllis Harris MacKay (nee Bice)

Of Kearney

 

Passed away peacefully at the Huntsville Hospital, on Thursday, July 6, 2023, in her 88th year.  Beloved wife of the late Ross MacKay.  Dear mother of Les MacKay (Candy), Debbie Swanston (late Nelson), Lonnie MacKay (Linda), late Daniel MacKay, Donald MacKay (Jennifer) and Lisa MacKay-Cope.  Cherished by her 17 grandchildren and...

Vera Ellen Harmer

Vera Ellen Harmer

Jul 4, 2023

Vera Ellen Harmer

(nee Wuilleme)

Formerly of Sundridge

 

Passed away surrounded by loved ones at Oak Terrace, Orillia, Tuesday July 4, 2023. In her 94th year. Vera has reunited with her cherished 'Hebie', the late Heber Harmer.  Dear mother of Carolyn Amos (predeceased), Connie Harmer, Cathy Harmer, Colleen McLeod (Kevin).  She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Jason McLeod...

Brian Hatch

Brian Hatch

Jul 3, 2023

Brian Elwood Hatch

Of Sundridge, ON

Passed away peacefully at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Monday, July 3, 2023, he was in his 78th year.  Beloved husband of Elsie Hatch (nee Sherfield).  Cherished father of Lora & Toni (Bill).  Proud grandfather of Liam. ...

Ellen King

Ellen King

Jun 29, 2023

ELLEN KING

Patti, Judi and Brenda are sad to announce the passing of their dear mother Ellen King in her 92nd year on Thursday, June 29th, 2023 at Lakeland Longterm Care in Parry Sound. Mom will be greatly missed by her daughters, son-in-law Eric, grandchildren Jessica Schutt, Jodi Paul, Jennifer Paul and Ian Paul (Jodi...

Alaine Macmillan

Alaine Macmillan

Jun 27, 2023

Alaine MacMillan

(nee Jackson) of Burk’s Falls

Suddenly at home on Tuesday June 27, 2023.  Alaine, beloved wife of Howard, was in her 61st year.

Loving daughter of Claire Jackson and sister of Alison and Dina.

Private arrangements have been entrusted to the Opatovsky Funeral Home-Dempster Chapel...

Jean Bussieres

Jean Bussieres

Jun 25, 2023

Jean Alberta Bussieres (nee Frost) formerly of Sundridge

Passed away peacefully at Muskoka Landing Nursing Home on Sunday June 25, 2023. She was in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late Norman Gennoe and the late Yvon Bussieres. Cherished mother of the late Ross Gennoe (Bonnie) of Strathroy, Janice Kent (Mike) of Lasalle, Wayne...