Obituaries

Jul 30, 2023

Peacefully at home, surrounded by her daughters and her brother on Sunday July 30, 2023, she joined her husband, the late Wade Brown. Loving mother of Lori Atkins (Ian), Leslie Taylor (Phil), Jodi Bennett (Mark) and stepmother of Darryl Brown. Loving grandma, Iggy and Mimi to Jeffrey (Jenna), Dustin (Rikki), Parker, Spencer (Samantha), Dexter, Kaylynn, Colin, Jackson (Kaitlyn), Carter, Jessica,...

Jul 27, 2023

Passed away at the Pines Long-Term Care in Bracebridge on Thursday, July 27, 2023, he was in his 98th year.  Beloved husband of the late Maxine White (nee Campbell).  Cherished father of Larry White (Brenda) and Carol Layne (John).  Loving grandfather of Julie Votta (Elia) and Amy Layne (Josh Shortt) and great- grandfather of Nicholas, Matteo and Gabriella.  Sadly missed...

Jul 24, 2023

Peacefully at home on Monday July 24, 2023.  Ev, beloved wife of the late Marvin for 65 years, was in her 86th year.Dear mother of Marlin (Brenda) and the late David Cox.Fondly remembered by all her grandchildren and great grandchildren and survived by 8 siblings.Ev will be remembered for her spirit, kindness, and determination.The family will receive visitors at the...

Jul 20, 2023

Suddenly at home on Thursday July 20, 2023. Kevin Kennedy, beloved son of the late Vera and Frank Kennedy, was in his 66th year.Dear brother of the late Melvin Kennedy.Proud uncle of Melisa Bolton (Darren), Michael Kennedy (Talitha) and Marc Kennedy (Bonnie) and great uncle of Kyra, Karlee, Kaylee, Aiden, Maddison, Brooklyn, Sophie, and Joey.

A graveside service to celebrate...

Jul 17, 2023

 

Helen Louise Caldwell

 

The family of Helen Louise Caldwell (nee Frost), former long time resident of Sundridge, beloved wife of Edward "Ted" Caldwell, sadly announce that mom passed away on July 17, 2023 at the Sault Ste. Marie Hospital.

 

She will be greatly missed by her daughter Alice, sons Bob (Carol), Peter (Elaine), her grandchildren Sarah (Mark), Brendan (Nettie),...

Jul 15, 2023

Peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Saturday July 15, 2023.  Betty Attwell (nee McCreary) , beloved wife of the late Ron Attwell, was in her 87th year.Dear mother of Rhonda Theberge (Greg), Bob Attwell (Terri) and Steve Attwell (Fanny).Proud grandmother of Racquel, Brett, Marly, Kristi (Keith), Laura (Yannis), Zach (Charlee), Cole (Aimée), Shaw (Missy) and great grandmother of Leo,...

Jul 13, 2023

 

Pamela June Harrison (nee Rand)

Of Huntsville

 

Passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday, July 13, 2023, she was 54 years old.  Beloved wife of the late Dwayne Harrison.  Cherished daughter of the late Wilbert Rand.  Lovingly remembered by her siblings John Rand (Maryanne), Nancy Nielsen (Brandon), Debbie Rand, Cindy Stewart, Muriel Power and honorary daughter of...

Jul 9, 2023

 

Kaye L. Armstrong

of Sprucedale

 

Passed away on July 9, 2023 following a very short illness. He was in his 67th year. Beloved husband of 46 years to Velma Armstrong (nee Jacobs), Dear father to Dan (Jodie) Armstrong, the late Lainie Sallmen (2015), Ricky Armstrong (Miranda) and father-in-law to Jason Sallmen (Lynn). Proud Papa to Taylor...

Jul 6, 2023

Phyllis Harris MacKay (nee Bice)

Of Kearney

 

Passed away peacefully at the Huntsville Hospital, on Thursday, July 6, 2023, in her 88th year.  Beloved wife of the late Ross MacKay.  Dear mother of Les MacKay (Candy), Debbie Swanston (late Nelson), Lonnie MacKay (Linda), late Daniel MacKay, Donald MacKay (Jennifer) and Lisa MacKay-Cope.  Cherished by her 17 grandchildren and...

Jul 4, 2023

Vera Ellen Harmer

(nee Wuilleme)

Formerly of Sundridge

 

Passed away surrounded by loved ones at Oak Terrace, Orillia, Tuesday July 4, 2023. In her 94th year. Vera has reunited with her cherished 'Hebie', the late Heber Harmer.  Dear mother of Carolyn Amos (predeceased), Connie Harmer, Cathy Harmer, Colleen McLeod (Kevin).  She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Jason McLeod...

Jul 3, 2023

Brian Elwood Hatch

Of Sundridge, ON

Passed away peacefully at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Monday, July 3, 2023, he was in his 78th year.  Beloved husband of Elsie Hatch (nee Sherfield).  Cherished father of Lora & Toni (Bill).  Proud grandfather of Liam. ...

Jun 29, 2023

ELLEN KING

Patti, Judi and Brenda are sad to announce the passing of their dear mother Ellen King in her 92nd year on Thursday, June 29th, 2023 at Lakeland Longterm Care in Parry Sound. Mom will be greatly missed by her daughters, son-in-law Eric, grandchildren Jessica Schutt, Jodi Paul, Jennifer Paul and Ian Paul (Jodi...

Jun 27, 2023

Alaine MacMillan

(nee Jackson) of Burk’s Falls

Suddenly at home on Tuesday June 27, 2023.  Alaine, beloved wife of Howard, was in her 61st year.

Loving daughter of Claire Jackson and sister of Alison and Dina.

Private arrangements have been entrusted to the Opatovsky Funeral Home-Dempster Chapel...

Jun 25, 2023

Jean Alberta Bussieres (nee Frost) formerly of Sundridge

Passed away peacefully at Muskoka Landing Nursing Home on Sunday June 25, 2023. She was in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late Norman Gennoe and the late Yvon Bussieres. Cherished mother of the late Ross Gennoe (Bonnie) of Strathroy, Janice Kent (Mike) of Lasalle, Wayne...

Jun 10, 2023

It is with tremendous grief and heartache that we announce on June 10, 2023, the sudden passing of our beloved son Mathew Elzby of Victoria BC, formerly of Burk’s Falls, ON. Age 30. Mathew’s passing is a shock to family and his many friends far and wide. Survived by his mother, Heather (nee Cairns) and stepfather Lewis Hodgson of...

Jun 9, 2023

Frank Edwin Rogers

Of Sundridge

Passed away peacefully with loved ones by his side at Eastholme in Powassan on Friday, June 9, 2023, he was in his 86th year.  Beloved husband of Mary Kate Rogers (nee Jones).  Cherished father of Patrick (Emily), Ted (Devika) and Eric (Aaryn).  Proud grandfather of Mac,...

Jun 8, 2023

Thomas George Rivers

Of Emsdale

Passed away peacefully in his home on Thursday, June 8, 2023, he was in his 90th year.  Beloved and cherished father of Phyllis Rand (Wayne), Fay Arid (Dave), Stephen Rivers (Debbie), Shirley Rivers-Ouellette (Chuck), David Rivers (Helen), Ivan Rivers (Laverne), Roseanne Rivers...

Jun 6, 2023

Doug Semple Of Katrine

It is with great sadness I must announce the passing of my beloved father, Doug Semple this morning Tuesday June 6, 2023 at The Pines in Bracebridge. Loving brother to Dave. Beloved father of Debbie Millar and the late Doug Semple Jr. (Heidi) and predeceased by son in law Mike Millar....

Jun 5, 2023

   Joyce Smith  (nee Harkness) of Burk’s Falls  

  Suddenly at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Monday June 5, 2023.  Joyce, beloved wife of Rex Smith, was in her 63rd year. Dear mother of Terri-Lynn (Dylan) and Rex Adam (Anya). Proud grandmother of Lawson, Kade, Tucker and Brantley. Loving sister of Harvey (Heather), Terry (Cindy), Norma (late Cliff), the...

Jun 3, 2023

William J. (Bill) deVries

Bill first came to Sundridge at the age of 17, and here he has shared the better part of his life with his loving wife of 62 years, Marilyn deVries (nee Johnstone). Together they have three children, Debbie, Suzanne, and Gregory, and eight grandchildren. Bill is survived by his sister Ina....