Obituaries

Warren Harras

Warren Harras

Aug 1, 2017

WARREN HARRAS of Huntsville and formerly of Kearney Peacefully at his home in Huntsville on Tuesday August 1, 2017. Warren Harras, beloved son of the late Doreen and Steve Harras, was in his 64th year. Beloved companion of Jo-Anne Groom. Stepfather of Scott (Rhonda) and Sarah (Adam). Grandpa to Oliver, Miles and Scarlett. A celebration of Warren's life will be...

Ruth Way

Ruth Way

Jul 30, 2017

RUTH WAY of Sand Lake Peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville on Sunday July 30, 2017. Ruth Way, beloved wife of Wally, was in her 63rd year. Loving mother of Vashti (Gary), Vicki (Russ), Vanda (Anthony), Frederick and Daniel. Proud nanny of Natalie, Sarah, Mikayla, Curtis, Randy, Kaiden, Javin, Devon, Dominick, Vanessa and Valerie. Loving daughter of Fred Lord...

Lorne Iv

Lorne Iv

Jul 25, 2017

MR. LORNE THOMAS FREDERICK SCRIVENS of Sundridge Peacefully at the Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville on Tuesday July 25, 2017 in his 87th year. Lorne Scrivens, beloved husband of the late Roxie Scrivens (nee Moore). Dear father of Tammi Harvey (Mark Greenwood), Perry Frederick Scrivens, Andy Scrivens (Julia Morrisseau) and Steve Scrivens (Donna). Loving grandfather of Aaron, Kelsi (Ty), Rhiannon...

Dale Welch

Dale Welch

Jul 18, 2017

MR. DALE WELCH of Huntsville Peacefully at the Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville on Tuesday July 18, 2017 at the age of 76. Dale Welch, beloved husband of Shelley Welch (nee Hope). Dear father of Tonia Schell (Jason) and Tara McKnight (Christopher). Loving Papa of Ariana and Isabelle. Fondly remembered by his many other relatives and friends. Arrangements for the...

Oskar Ruf

Oskar Ruf

Jul 7, 2017

OSKAR ARTUR RUF of Kearney Peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville on Friday July 7, 2017. Oskar Ruf, beloved husband of Olga, was in his 77th year. Oskar immigrated to Canada in 1961. In 1965 he and Olga were married, he worked for many years as a sales driver and in 2001 he and Olga retired to Kearney. Oskar...

Henry Adema

Henry Adema

Jun 29, 2017

HENRY EDWARD ADEMA of Eagle Lake WHERE'S HENRY! Henry Adema, left us on June 29, 2017. A man of many talents, who loved the North and the people in it. A great husband, father and friend who taught us all so much about life. Fondly remembered by his family and friends. All are welcome to drop by at a celebratory...

Gary Smith

Gary Smith

Jun 29, 2017

GARY "BUD" SMITH of Magnetawan Peacefully at his home in Magnetawan on Thursday June 29, 2017 in his 77th year. Bud Smith, cherished brother of Gwen Dickie and Shirley Harmer. Predeceased by parents Harold and Charlotte Smith and sisters Marjorie Newell, Olive Jenkins and Carley Wager. Fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews, other relatives and his many, many friends in...

Derek Johne

Derek Johne

Jun 20, 2017

DEREK JOHNE of Magnetawan Suddenly passed away on Tuesday June 20, 2017 at the age of 28. Derek Johne, cherished son of Cathy (nee Holden)(Don Turner) and Peter Johne. Loving brother of Andrew Johne and Michelle Johne. Proud uncle of Ayven Johne-Pratt and Matthew and Amelia Johne. Dear grandson of Dorothy and Charles Holden and nephew of Chuck Holden Jr....

Margaret Harvey

Margaret Harvey

Jun 20, 2017

MRS. MARGARET ANN HARVEY of Sundridge Peacefully at Eastholme in Powassan on Tuesday June 20, 2017 in her 82nd year. Marg Harvey (nee Blackmore), beloved wife of the late Bob Harvey. Dear mother of Dianne Irwin (Ken), Ron Harvey (Joan), Linda Justice (Dave), Terri-Lynn Neely (Glenn), Doug Harvey (Rhonda) and Laurie Burns (Stephen). Loving grandmother of 13 grandchildren and 3...

John Smith

John Smith

Jun 19, 2017

JOHN "JACK" SMITH of South River Peacefully at his home on Monday June 19, 2017 in his 81st year. Jack Smith, beloved husband of Carol Smith (nee Wuilleme). Predeceased by his parents Sid and Cora Smith. Dear father of Cindy (Donnie), Steven (late Sarah), Yvonne (Brad), John, William and Marsha (Keith). Loving Papa of Braeden, Tori, Sydney, Trinity and Hunter....

Carl Love

Carl Love

Jun 15, 2017

MR. CARL LEWIS LOVE of Sundridge Peacefully at his home in Sundridge on Thursday June 15, 2017 in his 78th year. Carl Love, cherished brother of Clifford Love and Noreen Minor (Gary). Proud uncle of Chris Minor (Sandra), Sherry Rotar (Jim) and great uncle of Caitlin, Rachael and Ava. Predeceased by loving parents Edna (nee Newburn) and Lewis Love. Fondly...

Sherry Hill

Sherry Hill

Jun 14, 2017

HILL, Sherry Lynn Laporte (May 15, 1949 - June 14, 2017) It is with heavy hearts and loving memories we say goodbye to our daughter, mother, sister, aunt, niece, cousin and friend. Sherry was predeceased by her husband, Doug and stepson, Antony Hill. She leaves behind a lifetime of memories to her children Jason (Rachelle), Jennifer and extended family, Timothy...

Harry Gregg

Harry Gregg

Jun 11, 2017

HARRY JAMES GREGG of Sundridge It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Harry Gregg on Sunday June 11, 2017 at the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital in his 86th year. Beloved husband of Barb Gregg (nee Wilson). Loving dad of Penny (Rick), Judith, Jeff (Kris) and Bev. Proud grandpa of Dylan, Jaimie, Katie, Julia, the late Jenna...

Leo Charron

Leo Charron

Jun 8, 2017

LEO RAYMOND CHARRON "Butch" of Sprucedale and formerly of Dochester, Ontario. Passed away peacefully on June 8, 2017 at Algonquin Grace Hospice at the age of 75 years after a short battle with cancer. Butch was born in London, Ontario on January 30, 1942. He was a dedicated worker of the Ford Motor Company in St. Thomas, Ontario for 30...

Orval Metcalf

Orval Metcalf

Jun 4, 2017

MR. ORVAL REGINALD METCALF of North Bay Peacefully at North Bay Regional Health Centre on Sunday June 4, 2017. Reg Metcalf, beloved husband of the late Agnes, was in his 96th year. Reg is survived by his siblings Ross, Velma, Pat, Eleanor, predeceased by Alvin, Reta, Edith, Laura, Jack, Dorothy, Grace and will be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews...

Elva Hicks

Elva Hicks

Jun 4, 2017

MRS. ELVA BEATRICE MARGARET HICKS of Magnetawan Peacefully at the West Parry Sound Health Centre on Sunday June 4, 2017 in her 99th year. Elva Hicks (nee Hall), beloved wife of the late James Hicks. Dear mother of Linda Hicks, Gerald Hicks (Lois), Robert Hicks (Deborah) and predeceased by son Brian Hicks and daughter Gloria Hicks. Loving grandmother of James...

Robert Brill

Robert Brill

Jun 3, 2017

Robert Andrew "Bob" Brill Bob Brill, 74, our dear Husband, Father, Friend and all-round ‘Great Guy" passed away suddenly at the Huntsville Hospital on the day of his birthday, Saturday June 3, 2017. Bob was born June 3, 1943 to Curly and Judy Brill in Toronto, Ontario. The beloved husband of Tarcila, and proud father of two sons Roberto and...

Ray Laplante

Ray Laplante

May 26, 2017

RAY ALFRED LAPLANTE of South River Suddenly and peacefully at his home in South River on Friday May 26, 2017 in his 74th year. Ray Laplante, beloved son of the late Jeanne and late Omer Laplante. Dear brother of Rita Stone (Gerry) of North Bay, Bernadette McConnell (Dennis) of Niagara-on-the-Lake and predeceased by brother Rene Laplante (late Pauline). Cherished uncle...

Donald Wilson

Donald Wilson

May 16, 2017

DONALD JEROME WILSON It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Donald Wilson on May 16, 2017. Beloved partner and best friend of Sarah Hodgins. Proud father of Shylowe Allan, Kailin Wilson and Abbigail Wilson. Dear son of Tish Wilson and the late James Wilson. Loving brother of Richard Wilson (Amy Mitchell) and Rebecca Broman (Troy). Cherished...

Robert Steer

Robert Steer

May 13, 2017

ROBERT "BOBBY" STEER Of North Bay and formerly of Emsdale Passed away peacefully with his family and friends by his side at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Saturday May 13, 2017 at the age of 21 years. Robert Steer, beloved son of Paul and Peggy Steer of Emsdale. Loving grandson of Josie and Vern Steer, Gail Fowler and...