Obituaries

May 26, 2022

KELLY MILTON RUSSELL of North Bay and formerly of Sprucedale

Suddenly at home on Thursday May 26, 2022.  Kelly, beloved son of Patricia and the late Melvyn Russell, was in his 49th year. Loving brother of Bryan Russell and cherished uncle of Ava, Alec and Aydan. Kelly was a proud graduate of the Canadore College...

May 23, 2022

David Cameron McFarlane Of Trenton (formerly of Burk’s Falls & Sprucedale)

At his home on Monday, May 23, 2022, Dave was in the 74th year. He will be missed by his companion, Brenda. Dear father to Shannon Kranjec (Richard), Jessica McFarlane, Jim Trotter & Alison Dempsey (Chris). Proud grandfather of Isabelle, Sophie, Alexis, Oliver &...

May 18, 2022

CHARLIE M. GRAY Of Magnetawan

Peacefully at home on Wednesday May 18, 2022.  Charlie, beloved husband of Jeane, was in his 86th year. Dear father of Robert (Teresa), Eldon (Wanda), and Florence (Ian). Proud grandfather of Bonnie (Sheldon), Jessie, Charlie, Lewis (Amanda) and Layne. Great grandfather of Alastor and Elowen. Survived by brother Earl (Nancy)....

May 13, 2022

Margaret Crawford Mayer (nee Sloan)

Of Kearney

It is with heavy hearts that the Mayer family announces the sudden passing of Margaret Mayer at the South Lake Hospital in Newmarket on Friday, May 13, 2022, she was 82 years old.  Beloved wife of Robert Helmut...

May 12, 2022

Eliza Thorne (nee Vanduzen)

of Burk's Falls

Passed away in her home on Thursday, May 12, 2022, she was in her 98th year.  Beloved wife of the late Roy Thorne who predeceased her in 1959.  Cherished mother of Clara Mather (Tom), Robert Thorne...

May 4, 2022

Ferenc “Frank” Kovacs

Of Burks Falls

Passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones after a sudden illness at the Huntsville Regional Hospital on Wednesday, May 4, 2022, he was in his 85th year.

Beloved husband of Christine Kovacs.  Cherished father of Tracey Kovacs-Fietz (Dale) and Tanya Sawh (Clive).  Proud...

May 2, 2022

Lois Emily Lahn (nee Anderson)

January 31, 1941 – May 2, 2022

Passed away peacefully at West Parry Sound Health Centre on Monday, May 2, 2022, she was in her 82nd year.

Beloved wife of the late Lloyd John Lahn. Cherished mother of Charlie Lahn (Becky), Sherri...

Apr 28, 2022

Jannette Lee Jones

1955 -2022

Passed away peacefully in Hamilton on April 28, 2022, she was in her 67th year. Beloved daughter of Russell Jones (Marie) and the late Beverly Buckley.  Cherished mother of John Vos (Mary), Richard M. Jones (Samantha) and Damion Jones (Mandi Underwood).  Proud...

Apr 22, 2022

Peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Friday April 22, 2022. Bill Andrews was in his 91st year. Beloved son of the late Clint and Jean Andrews and predeceased by siblings: Frank, Henry (late Ethel), Robert (late Beatrice), Peter and Peggy. Proud uncle of Coral Ball (Jim), Linda Hamburger (Steve), Tim Andrews (Brenda), the late Pearl Andrews and their...

Apr 22, 2022

Heber John Harmer

formerly of Sundridge.

Passed peacefully with his family by his side at Oak Terrace in Orillia on Friday, April 22, 2022. Heber, beloved husband of Vera, was in his 94th year. Dear father of Carolyn (deceased) Ian Amos, Connie, Cathy, and Colleen (Kevin McLeod). Proud grandpa of Aaron and Jen...

Apr 11, 2022

Edith Irene Preston (nee Vail)

Passed away peacefully at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Monday, April 11, 2022, she was in her 91st year.

Beloved wife of the late Grant Preston.

Cherished mother of Donald Preston (Midori), Marilyn Boden (Neil), Karen Bernas (Dean), Robert Preston (Maria Cox) and Carla...

Apr 10, 2022

Kimberly Anne Weaver of South River & formerly of Brampton

Peacefully at home on Sunday, April 10, 2022.  Kim Weaver, dear daughter of Linda and Dennis Weaver, was in her 45th year.  Beloved sister of Derek Weaver (Amanda).  Proud aunt of Jacob Weaver.  Kim will be fondly remembered by all who knew her especially Aunt...

Apr 4, 2022

Katie (Kay) Wright

Of Kearney, Ontario

July 22, 1929 – April 4, 2022

Passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on April 4, 2022 at the age of 92.

Beloved wife of the late James Wright.

Dear Mother of Carol...

Mar 30, 2022

Ralph John L. Cooper

Of Sprucedale and formerly of Barrie

Peacefully at home with his family on Wednesday March 30, 2022.  Ralph, beloved husband of Marion, was in his 80th year.

Loving father of Rhonda Armstrong (late Christopher), Michael and Greg Cooper (Terri).

Proud and...

Mar 29, 2022

James Burton (Jim) McCuaig

of Magnetawan

With great sorrow, we announce the passing of James Burton (Jim) McCuaig. Born in Toronto. The beloved only child of Francis Allen McCuaig and Gwendoline Rogerson McCuaig (nee Smith). Jim was a Renaissance man of discriminating taste, talent, and a vast array of passions. Hunter...

Mar 25, 2022

Mr. James Dauncey

From Novar, Ontario

Passed away peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Friday March 25, 2022.

Beloved husband of Cindy Knappett was in his 91st year.

Dear father of James (Marty), Peter (Heather), Cathy, (Dan Reynolds), Jane.

Proud grandfather of sixteen grandchildren...

Mar 24, 2022

Keilan Patrick Steven Presley of Emsdale

Suddenly in Sundridge on Thursday March 24, 2022. Keilan was in his 28th year. Dear son of Janet Kitching (Peter Saunders) and the late Christopher (Clarence Harris) Presley and step grandson of Pauline Kitching and grandson of the late Joan Mary and Douglas Kitching. Beloved brother of...

Mar 23, 2022

Hartley Judd Brimacombe passed away peacefully in the arms of his loving parents on Wednesday, March 23, 2022, in his home. Hartley was born on February 21, 2022 in North Bay.  During his four weeks on Earth he touched many lives and was loved deeply by family and friends.

Hartley is the beloved son of Darryl Judd...

Mar 22, 2022

Michael “Gommer” Donald Gore

Of Sundridge

Passed away peacefully at the Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at the age of 65.

Beloved and cherished father of Darcy Gore and Katelyn Gore (Wayne Male).  Proud grandfather of Jagger Male. Partner for the past 11...

Mar 22, 2022

MR. STANFORD TRELOAR “Stan” of Burk’s Falls

Peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Tuesday March 22, 2022. Stan Treloar, husband of the late Barbara, was in his 96th year. Beloved father of Jan Treloar and proud grandfather of Vera and Alex Rocca. Brother of Pat Hamilton, Norma Treloar and predeceased by sister Joan Treloar....