Obituaries

Mar 20, 2021

ELIZABETH JUNE SCARLETT

of Sundridge

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Elizabeth June Scarlett, on March 20, 2021 in her 87th year from cancer. She was a loving and devoted mother and friend to all whose lives she touched. June told her Doctor in the hospital: “I have had...

Mar 18, 2021

Dolly Jenkins Of Magnetawan Passed away peacefully at the Sara Vista LTC Home in Elmvale, Ontario on Thursday March 18, 2021 at age 99 years. Dolly is predeceased by her husband Robert (1988).  She is survived by son Keith Jenkins (Wendy), daughters Ferne Jenkins & Heather Betz (late Gord), daughter-in-law Marielle Jenkins (her son Peter Jenkins predeceased...

Mar 17, 2021

MR. ROBERT G. KOURIS

of North Bay

Peacefully, with his loving wife by his side, at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Wednesday March 17, 2021 at the age of 90.

Bob was the loving husband and best friend of Joyce (nee Welch).

Predeceased by his...

Mar 14, 2021

Harvey Samuel Bennison, of South River Harvey passed away peacefully in his sleep at Eastholme Home for the Aged in Powassan on March 14, 2021 in his 94th year.  Beloved husband of Evelyn (nee Wylie) who predeceased him on October 1, 2020. Harvey and Evelyn were married for 73 years.  Predeceased by parents Charles and...

Mar 13, 2021

MRS. CHARLENE ANNE HALL of Sundridge

Peacefully at Eastholme in Powassan on Saturday March 13, 2021.  Charlene Hall, beloved wife of Donald Hall, was in her 70th year. Dear mother of Matthew (Dawna) and Wendy Hall. Loving daughter of the late Hazel Whalley and late Donald Caldwell and step daughter of the late Fred Lepkan....

Mar 10, 2021

BRENDA WOOD (nee Cooper) April 15, 1929 - March 10, 2021

It is with sadness that we announce the death of our mother, grandmother and great grandmother Brenda Wood (Cooper). She died peacefully on March 10, 2021 at the age of 91 at Muskoka Shores Care Community, Bracebridge, Ontario.

Brenda was born on...

Mar 4, 2021

MRS. SHIRLEY ISABEL CHAPMAN of Sundridge

Peacefully at the Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville on Wednesday March 4, 2021 at the age of 80. Shirley Chapman (nee Ashbaugh), beloved wife of the late James "Chappy" Chapman. Loving mother of Dave (Loretta), Don (Linda), Gord (Melody) and Richard (Jennifer). Proud grandma of 12 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren....

Mar 1, 2021

MRS. VERNA GRACE MAYNARD of Emsdale

Peacefully at the Pines in Bracebridge on Monday March 1, 2021 in her 96th year. Verna Maynard (nee Kennett), beloved wife of the late Stanley Maynard. Loving mother of Edward (Barbara), late Brian (Nancy), Diane Moorhouse (Don), Michael (Linda), Janice Trotter (late Carl) and Bette Roberts (Rod). Proud grandmother...

Mar 1, 2021

MR. EDMUND "ROSS" MacPHERSON of North Bay

Peacefully at the Ottawa General Hospital on Monday March 1, 2021.  Ross MacPherson, beloved husband of the late Donna MacPherson was in his 83rd year. Dear father of Tim (Lee-Anne), Paul (Dianna) and Scott MacPherson. Proud grandfather of Chad, Matthew, Sarah, Nena, Kayla, Mercedes, Phoebe, Shannon and great...

Feb 27, 2021

BARB IVORY of South River and formerly of Midland

Peacefully at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Saturday February 27, 2021 in her 68th year. Barb Ivory (nee Rutherford), beloved wife of 25 years of Ron Ivory. Loving and proud mom of Andy (Sara Gervais) and Hope (Reggie Jueco). Cherished sister of Neil, Karen,...

Feb 25, 2021

MR. CLIFFORD JOHN  LOVE of Sundridge

Peacefully at Water’s Edge Care Community in North Bay on Thursday February 25, 2021 in his 80th year. Clifford Love, cherished brother of Noreen Minor (Gary) and the late Carl Love. Proud uncle of Chris Minor (Sandra), Sherry Rotar (Jim) and great uncle of Caitlin, Rachael and Ava. Predeceased...

Feb 24, 2021

MRS. JEAN MINOR of Sundridge

Peacefully with her sons at her side at Hospice Huntsville on Wednesday February 24, 2021 in her 85th year. Jean Minor (nee Stirling), beloved wife of the late Laurie Minor. Loving mom of David (Karen) and Kevin (Tera). Proud nana of Jeffrey (Alicia), Trisha Morgan (Dan) and great-nana of Keira,...

Feb 21, 2021

DOUGLAS H. LIDSTONE

Of Magnetawan

Suddenly at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Sunday February 21, 2021. Doug is survived by his wife Julie Ferris and children Jayson (Jen) and Sara (Dale). Proud grandfather of Ethan, Darien, Serena, Josh, Noa and brother of William (Peggy) and Lucy (Steve). Doug will be fondly...

Feb 15, 2021

MR. NORMAN RICHARD MINOR of Lount Township

Peacefully at Nipissing Manor in Corbeil on Monday February 15, 2021.  Norm Minor, beloved husband of Fern Minor (nee Bullied) was in his 84th year. Loving father of Max Minor (Earla) and Crystal Minor. Proud grandpa Norm of Aaron Guthrie (Hillary), Ben Minor (Rebecca), Angela Onuluk and great...

Feb 13, 2021

SAMUEL "SAMMY" WILLIAM MARTIN of North Bay

It is with great sadness that Sammy Passed away suddenly at the age of 62.

He will be sadly missed by his partner Tammy as well as his brothers: Mike, David (Carol), Paul (Gillian), Jerry (Kim); sisters: Joy Vey (late Clyde), Lorraine Page-Bauman (late Dennis); aunts,...

Feb 10, 2021

JOSEPH ROLAND GILBERT “Roly” of Bear Lake

Peacefully at Muskoka Landing in Huntsville on Wednesday February 10, 2021.  Roly Gilbert, long time partner of Linda Smith, was in his 86th year. Father of Darren, Lynn, Sue (Lenny), Randy (Caroline), and the late Debbie. Brother of Roger (Terry), Robert, Mary (Germaine), Monique (late John) and Jerry...

Jan 30, 2021

WILLIAM HENRY STEWART “Bill” of Magnetawan

Peacefully at Lakeland Long Term Care Centre in Parry Sound on Saturday January 30, 2021.  Bill Stewart, beloved husband of the late Lin, was in his 59th year. Dear father of Gordon and Emily (Shawn). Bill is survived by his brothers Dean and Alan (Barb) and predeceased by his...

Jan 27, 2021

MR. CHRISTOPHER ANTONIN KANKA Of Emsdale and formerly of Toronto

Suddenly at his home with his family in Emsdale on Wednesday January 27, 2021 at the age of 45. Devoted and cherished son of Debbie Buurman (David Church) and late Antonin Kanka.

Father of Mina and Daxton. Chris will be missed by his...

Jan 25, 2021

MRS. EVAH PELLING Of Burk’s Falls Suddenly at Soldiers Memorial Hospital in Orillia on Monday January 25, 2021. Evah Pelling, beloved wife of the late Peter, was in her 81st year. Dear mother of Robert (Robyn) and the late Leigh Pelling. Cherished grandmother of Ryan (Amanda), Robbie (Ashley), Amanda (Neil), Johnny, Kyra, McKenzie, Brett, Allison, Tessa and...

Jan 25, 2021

Margaret Frances Shamess of Magnetawan Peacefully at The Gardens of Parry Sound on Monday January 25, 2021.  Margaret Shamess, beloved daughter of the late Samuel and Ameline Shamess, was in her 83rd year. Dear sister of Marion Kinch. Loving aunt of Karin Kinch and Craig Kinch. Marg was a teacher for all of her working years. She...