Obituaries

Sep 4, 2019

DONALD HENRY FISCHER of Sundridge

Peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Wednesday September 4, 2019.  Donald Fischer, beloved husband of Vicki, was in his 89th year. Dear father of Robbie (Kim) and the late Rick. Don will be fondly remembered by all of his family and friends. Private family arrangements have been entrusted to the Opatovsky...

Aug 31, 2019

MRS. JACKIE PFANDER RN (nee Sway) Wellesley class of 1973

Jackie Pfander of Burlington, Hamilton and Katrine died suddenly at Huntsville Hospital. Survived by husband Ronald and brother Edward Sway. Predeceased by parents Edward and Anna Sway, sister Sonia Shadforth and her husband Michael Shadforth. Aunt to Lisa Rowald (Rob), Laura Shadforth, Cheryl Schmehl (Matthew), Jailynn...

Aug 20, 2019

MRS. MARION RUTH (CUDMORE) FRANZ of Sundridge

Peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville on Tuesday August 20, 2019 in her 90th year. Marion Franz (nee Kent), beloved wife of the late Walter Franz. Dear mother of Lana Merry (Frank) and Terry Cudmore (Brenda). Proud nana of grandchildren Sean (Tara), Kristian (Stephanie), Megan (Chris), Stephen...

Aug 10, 2019

Bill (Papa) Fisher of Bear Lake

Peacefully in the comfort of his home with his wife Teresa by his side on Saturday August 10, 2019.  Bill was in his 81st year and will be remembered as an enthusiastic fisherman, carpenter and hunter. Loving Dad of Bonnie Fisher (Rob) of Tilsonburg, Mary Jo Creighton (Dave) of Delhi, Holly...

Aug 2, 2019

MRS. OLWEN NORMA COUGHLIN of South River

Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at the Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville on Friday August 2, 2019 at the age of 72. Olwen Coughlin (nee Beatty), beloved wife of 41 years of Leonard Coughlin. Loving mom of Stewart Coughlin (Amy) and Amy Booth (Scott). Proud grandma of...

Aug 1, 2019

GREGORY JOHN WILSON

Greg's greatest pride and joy was his family! His strength was unlike anything else. Every day even to his last, he was determined to fight for more time because he was fighting for time with his family. He lived for teaching his grandchildren how to fish, attending their hockey games, campfires and...

Jul 22, 2019

MR. JOSEPH BRYAN SCOTT of Sundridge

Passed away suddenly at his home on Monday July 22nd, 2019 at the age of 74. He leaves behind his beloved wife Beth (Prior) of 53 years. Loving and supportive dad of Bryan (Linda) of Huntsville. Proud grandpa to Ryan (Tommie-Lynn) and Hailey. Adoring great grandpa to Jamie Rose. Fondly remembered...

Jul 17, 2019

COLIN ESSEX Of Kearney

Suddenly on Wednesday July 17, 2019 at the age of 29.  Colin Essex, beloved son of Wanda and Terry Ferrante and the late Calvin Essex. Dear brother of Brandy and Tom, late Douglas and special cousin of Brandon. Proud uncle of Ava. Forever loved by his partner, hunting and...

Jul 17, 2019

MRS. MILDRED ANNA McINTYRE of Sundridge

Passed away on Wednesday July 17, 2019 at the North Bay Regional Health Centre at the age of 93. Mildred McIntyre (nee Schmidt), was the beloved wife of the late Allan McIntyre and dear mother of Larry (Ann) and Sharon Gallardi (Guy) all of North Bay. She will be...

Jul 15, 2019

CHRIS GORE of South River

Passed away suddenly on Monday July 15, 2019 in his 58th year. Chris Gore, beloved husband of 35 years of Christabelle Gore (nee Newburn). Loving dad of Melina (Dave), Robert (Sasha) and Jesse (Steff). Proud grandpa of Keegan, Tyson, Ben and Owen. Cherished brother of Rick (Pam), Mike (April), Sharon...

Jul 11, 2019

MR. CARL WHITMELL Of Sprucedale

Peacefully at Soldiers Memorial  Hospital in Orillia on Thursday July 11, 2019 at the age of 86. Carl Whitmell, beloved husband of Jo-Anne Whitmell (nee Armstrong). Dear dad of Mike Whitmell (Paula). Proud “Poppy” of grandchildren: Shawna, Joe (Mellissa), Billy (Kelly) and great grandchildren Evan, Jack and Carl. Cherished brother...

Jul 5, 2019

MILLER, Clifford

Died peacefully at Fairvern Nursing Home in Huntsville, on Friday, July 5, 2019. Cliff was 85 years old. He was the beloved husband of the late Muriel. Loving father to Paul (his partner Sandra), Norm and the late Miriam (her husband the late Pat Brown) & the late Rick. Proud Papa to Cameron, Johnathan, Kerrilyn,...

Jun 27, 2019

MR. GERALD WILLARD SOHM of Lount Township

Peacefully at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Thursday June 27, 2019 at the age of 80. Gerald Sohm, beloved husband of Nadine Sohm (nee Hughes). Loving dad of Joanna Sohm. Cherished brother of Arnold, Allen, Cindy and predeceased by brothers Ron and Howard. Fondly remembered by...

Jun 25, 2019

MRS. FAY VIRGINIA IRENE GIACOMETTI Of Burk’s Falls

Peacefully at her home in Burk’s Falls on Tuesday June 25, 2019 in her 88th year. Fay Giacometti (nee Leggett), beloved wife of the late Bob Giacometti. Dear mother of Dale Giacometti, Melanie Doornekamp (Wally) and Brad Giacometti. Proud grandmother of Robert, Andrea, Melissa (Nicky) and Stephen....

Jun 25, 2019

MISS PAULINE CAISSEY of Burk's Falls

Peacefully with her family by her side at the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Tuesday June 25, 2019 at the age of 77. Pauline Caissey, loving mom of Debbie, Darrell, Diane, Darlene and Kimmy. Proud Nin of Paul and Shelby. Fondly remembered by her sisters, brothers, nieces, nephews, other...

Jun 23, 2019

MRS. JEANETTE MAIN of South River

Peacefully at her home in South River on Sunday June 23, 2019 at the age of 77. Jeanette Main (nee Thorsby), loving mother of Teresa McEachern (Carl), Greg Main and Clint Main (Wendy). Proud grandma of Cara, Andrew, Michael, Carson and Cole. Cherished sister of Carole Griffith, Cecil Thorsby...

Jun 22, 2019

MR. GRANT HAIGHT of Burk's Falls and formerly of Huntsville

Suddenly at his home in Burk's Falls on Saturday June 22, 2019 in his 77th year. Grant Haight, beloved husband and best friend of 56 years of Gail Haight (nee Sims). Dear dad of Darcy Haight (Chris) and Jodi Groomes (Dennis). Proud papa of Daryn,...

Jun 17, 2019

MRS. PAT CRANE of Sundridge

Suddenly at the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Monday June 17, 2019 at the age of 66 years. Pat Crane (nee Wall), beloved wife of 50 years of Tom Crane. Dear mother of Bobbi Wennekes (Keith) and Sherri Crane. Proud grandma of Steve, Joe, Amanda and great grandma of Tyler....

Jun 15, 2019

MR. GERALD LESLIE RUTH Of Burk's Falls and formerly of Summerside, Newfoundland It is with great sadness the family announces his peaceful passing at home in Burk's Falls. He leaves Dolly, the true love of his life, with 52 years of many cherished memories. Forever missed and loved by children: Rick (Penny), Reg (Tammy); grandchildren: Lisa-Marie, Courtney, Kyle, R.J.,...

Jun 14, 2019

MRS. THELMA GUDRUN ANDERSON of South River (nee Bjarnason) Peacefully at Eastholme in Powassan on Friday June 14, 2019. Thelma, beloved wife of Douglas, was in her 94th year. Dear mother of Jim Anderson (Pat), Kathryn Anderson and Bruce Anderson (Nancy). Proud grandmother of Brittany (Graeme), Scott (Jennifer), Sean (Kelsey) and Mark. Great grandmother of Dylan and Jordan. Private family...