Obituaries

Dec 11, 2021

Merle Christie A long-time Sundridge resident, Muriel (Merle) Christie, passed away peacefully at Cassellhome in North Bay on Sat., Dec. 11, 2021. It was four days before her 100th birthday. Family and friends had gathered that day to celebrate Merle’s 100th year. Instead it became a celebration of her life, despite the sadness of losing the wonderful person that...

Dec 9, 2021

Our beloved Irene Lahja Smith passed away peacefully on Thursday December 9th at the age of 90 with niece Kathy by her side.

Irene Lahja Kujala, whose name “Irene” comes from the name of a Greek Goddess meaning peace, was born to Anni Alenes Mustajarvi and Kustaa Jovseppi Kujala on April 5, 1931 at home in Sprucedale,...

Dec 9, 2021

Mrs. Shirley Ethel Gates Of Sundridge

Suddenly at her home on Thursday December 9, 2021.  Shirley Gates, beloved wife of the late Wray Gates, was in her 86th year. Dear mother of Alberta Hilker (Fred). Proud Bobie of Jennifer. Shirley is survived by one sibling: Aaron Goodman and predeceased by 4 brothers and sisters. Shirley...

Dec 5, 2021

Mrs. Phyllis Leggett Of Burk’s Falls

Peacefully at Fairvern Nursing Home in Huntsville on Sunday December 5, 2021. Mrs. Phyllis Leggett, beloved wife of the late Aubrey Leggett, was in her 86th year. Dear mother of Diane Brandt (Jerry), Steve Leggett (Judy), Ruth Zrobin (Mike), June Crozier (Tim), and John Leggett (Jill). Loving grandmother of...

Dec 4, 2021

In loving memory of Eric Richard Nylund, (84), who was called home to be with his Savior on December 4, 2021. He was born to the late Nils and Grace Nylund, November 2, 1937. Beloved husband of Annie (nee Stone) (Person) for 45 years, most of which were “up north” in the Burk’s Falls and Sundridge area. Loving Step...

Nov 29, 2021

ROSS GEORGE TRAFFORD Ross George Trafford, in his 86th year, passed away peacefully at Nipissing Manor in Corbeil on Monday November 29, 2021, from cancer. Ross was born in Sundridge Ontario on July 31, 1936. He is predeceased by his parents Minnie (Hamilton) Trafford and Frederick James Trafford, brothers Ervan, Roy, Kenneth, Clarence, Arnold, Alvin, his only...

Nov 29, 2021

Chris, Emily, and Kelly Fraser

On Monday November 29, 2021, a tragic house fire claimed the lives of Chris and Emily Fraser and their youngest daughter, Kelly. Left behind to mourn are their eldest children; Jessica (Michael) and Jim (Cassidy), Chris’ sister Lorri as well as many other family and friends. This is a loss...

Nov 25, 2021

MARGARET “Peggy” HAMMOND

Of Sundridge

Peacefully, with her family at her side at the Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville on Thursday November 25, 2021. Peggy, beloved wife of the late Jim Nichols, was in her 85th year. Cherished mother of Lorie Ranieri, Kelly Elik (Marty), Kirby Deller (Linda), Trevor and Tylor Hammond. Stepmother...

Nov 24, 2021

MRS. IRENE EDITH HANNAFORD Of Pevensey (nee Harmer)

Peacefully at Water’s Edge in North Bay on Wednesday November 24, 2021. Mrs. Irene Hannaford, beloved wife of John, was in her 81st year. Dear mother of Sandy Therrien (Rob), Steve & Rob (Allison) Hannaford. Proud grandmother of Stephanie (Andrew), Nicole (Matt), Thomas, Hunter, and...

Nov 20, 2021

MRS. RETA BASSO Of Penetanguishene and formerly of Sundridge (nee Elyea) The last surviving member of her family of 10. Peacefully at Georgian Village in Penetanguishene on Saturday November 20, 2021. Mrs. Reta Basso, beloved wife of the late Samuel Wesley Basso, was in her 98th year. Dear mother of Wayne Twigger (Joanne) and Bonna Bryan (the...

Nov 17, 2021

MRS. MARGARET ANN MIDDLEBROOK “Peggy” of Burk’s Falls

Peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Wednesday November 17, 2021. Peggy, beloved wife of the late Ralph Middlebrook was in her 80th year. Dear mother of Judy Hillis (late Gerry) and stepmother of Anita Crowder, Neil and Jeff Middlebrook. Proud grandmother of many grandchildren and great...

Nov 16, 2021

MRS. JOYCE STEWART of Magnetawan

Peacefully at Lakeland in Parry Sound on Tuesday November 16, 2021 in her 92nd year. Joyce Stewart (nee Stanbridge), beloved wife of the late Norman Stewart. Loving mother of Bill Stewart (Louise) and Rosemary Gough (Philip). Proud nana of grandchildren: Lindsey (Morgan), David (Ashley), Laurel (Dan), Sean (Julie), Sheena (Jonathan);...

Nov 14, 2021

MRS. BETTY YVONNE TILSON of Magnetawan

Peacefully at her home in Magnetawan on Sunday November 14, 2021 at the age of 69. Betty Tilson (nee Smith), beloved wife of the late Jim Tilson. Loving mom of Adrienne (Aaron Mace) and Trevor Tilson. Proud Grammy of Natalie and Logan. Cherished sister of Marion Tilson (late Gilford),...

Nov 12, 2021

MRS. JOAN KATHRYN SONGHURST of Sundridge

Peacefully at her home on Friday November 12, 2021 in her 77th year. Kathy Songhurst (nee Roberts), beloved wife of Doug Songhurst. Loving mom of Donald, Robert and Bradley (Rebecca). Proud grandma of Owen, Warren and Riley. Cherished sister of Wilma (Tony); sister-in-law of Linda and Ruth-Anne; and aunt...

Nov 5, 2021

MELVYN M. RUSSELL Of Sprucedale

After a brief illness at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Friday November 5, 2021. Melvyn Russell, beloved husband of Patricia, was in his 80th year. Proud father of Bryan and Kelly Russell. Dear grandfather of Ava Russell and Aydan and Alec Russell. Beloved son of the late Dick and Gladys...

Nov 3, 2021

KEN BURNS Of Burk’s Falls

Suddenly at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Wednesday November 3, 2021. Ken Burns was in his 74th year. Dear son of the late Alex and Marie Burns. Ken is survived by his siblings: Butch Burns (Barbara), Brian Burns (Hillary), Barbara Chartrand (late Fred) and predeceased by siblings: Gloria Powell (late...

Oct 29, 2021

MRS. LENA LANGFORD

Entered Into Rest at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday, October 29, 2021.  Lena Langford of Oshawa, 3 Days Shy of Her 95th Birthday! Beloved Wife of Wilf Langford (deceased). Dear Mother of Gail Langford, Ronnie Langford, Margaret Langford, Raymond Langford, Bryan Langford and Lorraine Adams. Cherished Grandmother, Great Grandmother and Great Great...

Oct 24, 2021

Marlene Elizabeth Anne Mulligan (Simpson) passed away on Oct 24th, 2021. Just as the sun was coming up on that morning, the sunshine in our lives was setting and leaving us forever.  Marlene was born on August 23rd, 1952 to Howard and Dorothy Simpson (Deceased) at the Burks Falls Hospital and went to school in Burks Falls.  She was an excellent...

Oct 23, 2021

MR. KENNETH BEVERLY HALL of Sundridge

Peacefully at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Saturday October 23, 2021 at the age of 88. Ken Hall, beloved husband of the late Shirley Hall (nee Langford). Dear father of Mona Cooper (William), late Steve Hall and Doug Hall (Jennifer). Proud grandpa of Jason (Naomi), James (Karen),...

Oct 17, 2021

Jacob (Jack) Abraham George passed away at home on 17 Oct 2021. Jack was born 14 May 1950 in Welland. Jack is survived by a son Jacob George and a daughter Hollii Adams (Bryce Draker). Grandsons Cameron Fraser and Abe George, granddaughter Riley Draker. His sisters Elise Whitehead, Gladys George, and his ex-wife Janine McIntyre. He was predeceased by his...