Obituaries
Rosemary Harmer
Dec 21, 2023
Peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Thursday December 21, 2023. Rosemary, beloved wife of the late Esli Harmer, was in her 74th year.
Rosemary is the sister of Laurie Smith, Carol Martin-Clark and the late Milton and Bob Clark and she is survived by other family and friends.
A graveside service to celebrate Rosemary’s life will be conducted in...
Dr. Floyd G. Robinson
Dec 18, 2023
Floyd Robinson, who has died in his 93rd year, was a brilliant man, a gentle soul, a devoted husband and father, and a generous benefactor. He had an unshakeable optimism about human potential and for more than half a century was committed to the growth and development of human beings. Through his professional life as a teacher, professor...
Andrew Henry de Ruiter
Dec 13, 2023
It is with immense sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Andrew Henry de Ruiter on December 13th, 2023. Andrew was a joyful, easy-going child who spent his time tinkering in the garage with his dad or riding around on various toys or the tractor at a young age. As a young boy he was affectionate and always receptive...
Karl Heinz Strehl
Dec 12, 2023
Karl Heinz Strehl
Of Magnetawan
Passed away peacefully in his home on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, he was in his 92nd year. Beloved husband of Doris Langford (nee Woodruff). Cherished father of Herman Van Daalen (Lesley). Proud grandfather of Troy Van Daalen, Kimberley Serson (Cory), Mark Brown (Jen), Scott Brown (Dominique) and great-grandfather of Emerson Galloway, Kallen &...
Zachary Ray Newcombe
Dec 8, 2023
Zachary Ray Newcombe
We are very sad to announce the passing of Zach Newcombe who passed away suddenly at the Huntsville Hospital on Friday December 8th , 2023 at the age of 62.
Zach was born in Leamington Ontario on June 30th, 1961 and raised in a large loving home.
It was here in his hometown of...
Marilyn MacKay
Dec 8, 2023
Marilyn MacKay (nee Bice)
Of Kearney
Passed away peacefully in her home on Friday, December 8, 2023, she was in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Roderick MacKay. Cherished mother of Kim MacKay, Lori Hayward (John- predeceased) and Kelly Marshall (John Purdy). Predeceased by her son Douglas MacKay (Nancy). Proud grandmother of Adam, Tomara, Claudio (Julie),...
Laura Gwendolyn Gough Halse
Dec 4, 2023
Gwen is the sister of John Kelsall of The Courts in Unionville and sister to Ruth Story of Paris Ontario. Mary Loud of Lachine Quebec, Anne Ockers of Florida and Betty Jones of Florida. Her brother Bill deceased in June 2017.A graveside service will be held in the Burk's Falls Cemetery on Monday May 13, 2024 at 2:00 pm with...
John Stanley Darling
Dec 4, 2023
Peacefully at home on Monday December 4, 2023. John Darling, beloved husband of Joyce (nee White) was in his 82nd year.
Dear father of Patrick (Palinee), Stephen and Jason (Lori).
Proud grandfather of Emmett, Cecilia and Garreth.
Survived by his brother Peter Darling (Diane) and predeceased by parents Stan and Mona Darling.
John, an avid golfer, car enthusiast, a...
Audrey Mary Barnes
Dec 1, 2023
Peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice on Friday December 1, 2023. Audrey (nee Rand), beloved wife of Ken Barnes for 48 years, was in her 84th year.Loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.Audrey is survived by her siblings Helen and Art Rand. She leaves behind her fur babies: Tilly, Chuckie, Shadow, Ginger and many other family and friends.The family will receive visitors...
Douglas Robins
Dec 1, 2023
Passed away surrounded by loved ones at the Algonquin Grace Hospice on Friday, December 1, 2023, he was in his 89th year. Beloved husband of the late Eileen Robins (nee Quan). Dear father of Darrel Robins (Darlene), Ivan Robins, Glen Robins (Kelly), Cynthia Robins and the late Wayne Robins (Rae). Loving Papa of Joseph, Jesse, Ashely, Michael, Megan, Lindsay,...
Deborah Ruth Kidd
Nov 21, 2023
Deborah Ruth (Beard) Kidd
July 2, 1957 to November 21, 2023
Peacefully at Lanark Lodge on November 21, 2023, at the age of 66, Deborah Ruth Kidd passed away. Debbie is predeceased by her husband of 41 years, Dan; and her father, Clive. Debbie is survived by her mother, Margaret and her siblings Paul, Beverley and Penny; and by...
Douglas Dobbs
Nov 20, 2023
Douglas Dobbs
Passed away peacefully at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge on Monday, November 20, 2023, he was in his 70th year. Beloved brother of Earl Dobbs (Linda Blackmore), Edward Dobbs (Mary-Lou) and sister in law Linda Leggett. He is predeceased by his parents Roy & Rachael (nee Tennant) Dobbs and brother Clarance Dobbs. Sadly missed...
Dawn Kelsall
Nov 19, 2023
Passed away peacefully in the early evening of Sunday, November 19, 2023. Dawn was a loving sister, aunt, great-aunt and friend to many. She will be greatly missed by her extended family and friends. We find solace in knowing that Dawn is now reunited with her family in Heaven. Dawn was the only daughter of the late Leonard and Emmeline Hall. Dear...
Christina Phinney
Nov 18, 2023
Suddenly at home on Saturday November 18, 2023. Christina was in her 47th year.Daughter of Les Phinney (Barb) and the late Betty Whitehead. Sister of Betty and predeceased by her brothers: Jimmy, Brian and Scott.Aunt of Stephanie and Trevor.A graveside service to celebrate Christina’s life will be conducted in the Spring of 2024.Arrangements have been entrusted to the Opatovsky Funeral Home-Dempster...
Kenneth McLaren
Nov 16, 2023
Peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville on Thursday November 16, 2023. Ken, beloved husband of the late Joanne was in his 89th year.Dear father of Wes McLaren, Debbie Sisel (Jeff) and Sandy Niemczak (Peter). Proud grandfather of Victoria (Sam), Cody (Tracy), Chris (Jaimee), Nicole (Joe), Kenny, Jessica, Tyler, and Darcy.Great grandfather of William and Harper.Ken is survived by his brothers...
Helen May Penfold
Nov 15, 2023
Peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Wednesday November 15, 2023. Helen, beloved wife of Ron, was in her 89th year.Dear mother of Bryon Leach (Nancy), Sharlene Dziuban, Debbie Lalonde (Gilles) and the late Paul Leach.Proud grandmother of Jenny Lynn, Steven, Michael, the late Mark and 6 great grandchildren. Helen is the beloved daughter of the late Coral “Joe” and Etta...
William Hokstad
Nov 12, 2023
Our dad, William (Billy) Peter Hokstad left this world on November 12th, 2023 at the age of 65. He will be sadly missed and will always hold a place in our hearts for “love is all you need.” We will remember Billy through every Beatles melody, Uriah Heep classic riff and Black Sabbath power chord. His musical knowledge was unmatched...
Ivan Rogers
Nov 2, 2023
Ivan Rogers, age 84, passed away on November 2, 2023 in Gravenhurst, Ontario. Today we say thank you for all that you gave us as dad, grandpa, teacher and coach.
Ivan was born on June 24, 1939 to Herman Ervin Rogers and Luva Lottie (Howse) Rogers in Eaton Corner, Quebec. He spent his early childhood in a rural...
James Dennis Graham
Oct 25, 2023
Jim (Jimmy) Graham
With a kind, generosity of spirit and a selfless love for his family, he forever touched the lives of all who crossed his path. “He was one of the good ones”.
Jim passed away on the evening of Oct.25th, with tears, humour, music and stories; in the loving presence of his family.
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Alfred North
Oct 22, 2023
Peacefully at The West Parry Sound Health Centre on Sunday October 22, 2023. Alfred North, beloved husband of the late Julia, was in his 86th year. Dear father of Lorraine North (Gerald), Tim North (Trish) and Joe North (Monique). Proud grandfather of Taylor, Lindsay, Katherine and Krista. Great grandfather of Cassandra,Alfred is survived by his brother Harvey (late Brenda) and will...
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