Obituaries
Ruth Armstrong
Mar 5, 2024
Yesterday afternoon, March 5, 2024, Ruth in her 98th year flew away on her final adventure; quietly, gently, faithfully, and happily. Beloved mother of Faye, son-in-law Greg Field, grandchildren Emily Armstrong, Katelyn Field, Jessica Field, Jordan Field (Victoria Jakobson) and great grandson Henrik.Predeceased by her husband Arthur and son Timothy, sister Norma Paul, brothers Jim Paul and Frank Paul and...
Ida Isobel O'Shaughnessy
Mar 2, 2024
At Huntsville Hospital on Saturday, March 2, 2024 with her husband Larry by her side, Ida O’Shaughnessy of Sundridge, Ontario formerly of Listowel, Ontario passed away in her 89th year. Beloved wife of Larry O’Shaughnessy. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Tom Rheubottom (Dori), Heather Pauli (Ken) late Jim Rheubottom (Linda). Always remembered by grandchildren, Derrick, Sandi (Brad), Victoria, Daniel, Sarah...
Charles James Van Duzen
Feb 27, 2024
It is with heavy hearts the Van Duzen family announces the sudden passing of Chuck at the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, February 27, 2024. Born on February 17, 1947 to Charles and Angeline (nee Peters) Van Duzen. Chuck in his 77th year, enjoyed a full life with family and friends. He had a long career trucking, and in...
James W. Miller
Feb 25, 2024
Peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice on Sunday February 25, 2024. Jim Miller, beloved husband of Andrée and the late Sarah, was in his 95th year.
Dear father of Michael, Jennifer (Jim), Helen (Randy), Christina (David), and Fern (Kevin).
Proud grandfather of Joshua (Cydney), late Megan, Benjamin, Noah, Connor, Lauren, and great grandson Theo.
Jim will be lovingly remembered by Andrée’s children: Nycole (Julie),...
Henry Brown
Feb 15, 2024
Peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Thursday February 15, 2024
Henry, beloved husband of Nellie and the late Sandra, was in his 87th year,
Dear father of Patricia Reid (late Robin), Janet Galway (Matt), Toni Durham (Denis), Ellie, Ben and Reenus.
Proud grandfather of Casey, Bridget, Shannon, David, Todd, Jacob, Patrick, Laura, and many great grandchildren.
Henry is survived by his sister Bernadette...
Vida Coombes
Feb 14, 2024
Peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Wednesday February 14, 2024. Vida, wife of the late Arthur, was in her 92nd year.
Loving mother of Marie Jarick (Blaine), Linda Mercer (Jack) and Cathy Putman (Jim).
Proud grandmother of many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Dear sister of Betty, Tom (Joan), Leonard, Arnold and predeceased by siblings Cecil, Ray, Grace, Blanche, Stanley, Marie, and her...
Elizabeth Marion McGirr
Feb 14, 2024
Beth McGirr, the indomitable matriarch whose spirit illuminated the lives of those around her, passed away peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on February 14, 2024, in her 95th year, surrounded by her loving family.
Beth was the beloved wife of the late Ormond McGirr and the proud mother of Steven (Shelley), David (Patty), Andrew, and Jane (Jamie). Cherished grandma to—Jeff...
Madeline Marie Robinson
Feb 9, 2024
Passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones at the Huntsville Hospital on Friday, February 9, 2024, she was in her 77 year. Beloved wife of the late Larry Allen Robinson. Cherished mother of Pauline Laycock, Lorne Manary (Carrie), Shannon Robinson (Terrie-Lynn Brooks-Robinson), daughter in law Julie Manary, she is predeceased by her son Michael Manary. Proud grandmother of Victor,...
William Henry MacDonald
Feb 2, 2024
On February 2nd, 2024, Huntsville said goodbye to one of its finest with his family by his side.
Bill was born in Huntsville to parents Norman and Helen (nee Wallace) MacDonald on February
28th, 1943. He is now reunited with his beloved wife, Gertie, who predeceased him in 2006. Bill
is survived by his sons Scott (Cheri) and David (Angele) and daughter Susan...
Clara Catherine Brownlow
Feb 2, 2024
Peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Friday February 2, 2024, with her husband and daughter at her side.
Clara, beloved wife, and best friend of Sam was in her 81st year.
Proud mother of Lisa Murphy.
Born and raised in St. Catharines, Clara Cain and Sam Brownlow met when he would play back catch for her baseball team. High school sweethearts, they...
Wesley Howard Newburn Sr.
Jan 31, 2024
Peacefully at Eastholme in Powassan on Wednesday January 31, 2024.
Father of Wesley Newburn Jr.
Son of the late Howard and Ruby Newburn.
Brother of Malcolm, Bernice and Lorna.
Wes will be fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews, other family, and friends.
The family is so appreciative of the kind and compassionate care Wes received at Eastholme.
The family will receive visitors at the Opatovsky...
Norman Jackson Mason
Jan 29, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our husband, father, and grandfather, Norman J. Mason, on January 29th, 2024.
Norman was born in Sand Lake, Ontario, on March 31st, 1939, and he spent his life in the area he loved dearly, the Almaguin Highlands. Despite seeing a great deal of the world through travel, he was proud...
Rev. Neil Danny Steenson
Jan 28, 2024
On January 28, 2024, Rev. Neil Danny Steenson was unexpectedly called home by his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Born February 1, 1958, chosen son of the late Daniel McFall Steenson and Marie Winifred Steenson (nee Henderson); husband of Sally Patricia Steenson (nee Gallinger); brother of Kathleen Marie Trottier (Yvan) and the late Daniel Henderson Steenson. Father of Bethany Joylynne...
John "Jopie" Visser
Jan 19, 2024
Peacefully at home with his wife, daughter and best friend Bear by his side on Friday, January 19, 2024. Survived by his beloved wife Catherine Visser (nee Synnott). Loving daughter Kimberly and loving grandchildren Austin, Natalie, Cooper and his buddy Bear. Predeceased by his father Klaas Visser (1959), survived by his mother Janet, sisters Anne and Mary and brother...
Janice Marie Marshall
Jan 16, 2024
Passed away peacefully after a short battle with cancer on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, she was in her 68th year. She was with her children Jordan Ford, Kaitlynn Ford, and Courtney Ford and Grandchildren Alex and Halle Ford. Beloved Daughter of "Peggy" Tofflemire and the late William Henry "Hank" Marshall. Sadly missed by her siblings Carolyn Brendstrup (Trig), Nancy Edson (Kent),...
John Culham Ross IV
Jan 10, 2024
It is with heavy hearts the Ross family announces the sudden passing of Rev. John Ross on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, he was in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Bonnie Ross (nee Austin). Cherished father of John Ross (Tracy) and Shannon Anderson (Steve). Proud grandfather of James. Sadly, missed by his sister Muriel Ross. Cremation has taken place...
Berna Lorraine Pringle
Jan 1, 2024
Berna was born in Katrine, Ontario, February 8,1939 to Edwin Neal and Florrie Neal (Nelson). At that time there was a general store kitty corner across from the existing Katrine Store and that was the Neals’s family home and place of business. Berna had an event filled northern Ontario childhood with summer’s swimming in the Magnetawan River and winters...
Marion Austin
Jan 1, 2024
It is with immense sadness and deep shock that the family of Marion Austin share the very sad news of her sudden death. Two weeks ago she was walking 3 Km a day…a rebel who had to close that red circle on her phone “Daily”!
Then Christmas started happening…she was a very busy girl! 💜💋💜
For the last 5 plus...
Dale Housh
Dec 30, 2023
Peacefully at home on Saturday December 30, 2023. Dale, beloved husband of Donna and the late Carla, was in his 87th year.
Dear father of Ron Housh (Julie), Arliss Croft (Darren), George Housh (Ephie), and Darlene Raso (Giorgio).
Proud grandfather of 13 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.
Stepfather of Terry (Sandy) and Steve Eade and their families.
Dale is survived...
Edward Keates
Dec 25, 2023
At home, after a 9-year battle with cancer; surrounded by his family on Monday December 25, 2023. Ed is survived by his loving wife Sheri (nee Reynolds) and his two beautiful children Casandra and Edward. Dear son of Bill Sr (Sadie) and the late Faith. Brother of Bill (Katherine), Kathleen Innanen (Kris) and brother-in-law of Jason Reynolds. Uncle of Billy...
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