Obituaries

Beth Ellen Lamb

Beth Ellen Lamb

Jul 30, 2024

Beth Ellen Lamb (nee Johnston)

Mom peacefully passed away at Muskoka Landing in Huntsville on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 just one month shy of her 93rd birthday. Beloved wife of the late Alvin (2000), dear mother of David (Teresa Tsuji), Debra (Rebecca Hunter), and Donna Cockburn (Dirk). She was predeceased by her sons Donald (2017) and Brian (1960). Loving grandmother of...

Catherine Vera Bagnell

Catherine Vera Bagnell

Jul 29, 2024

Passed away peacefully at St. Mary’s Hospital in Kitchener on Monday, July 29, 2024, she was in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late William Bagnell. Cherished mother of Donna (Dave), Kathy, Mary Lou, Harry (Bernadette) and predeceased by her son Joseph Bagnell. Proud grandmother of Chantal, Cory, Melissa (Mike), Natasha, Kristopher (Jennifer), Ryan (Jess), Thomas (Michelle), Kaitlyn, Terra,...

Kelly Ann Kemp

Kelly Ann Kemp

Jul 28, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that the Kemp family announces the sudden passing of Kelly Ann Kemp at Eastholme in Powassan, she was in her 63rd year. Beloved daughter of Donna Kemp (nee Hornibrook) and the late Neil Kemp. Cherished sister of Bill Kemp (Debbie). Loving aunt of Cassandra Kulesh (Slava), Sarah Kemp (David), Michael Hughes (Amanda), Shannon Hughes and...

Hazel Jean Lydia Lower

Hazel Jean Lydia Lower

Jul 26, 2024

Passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Hamilton on Friday, July 26, 2024, she was in her 98th year. Beloved wife of the late Francis Roderick “Roy” Lower. Cherished mother of Brian Lower (Pat) and David Lower (Crystal). Proud grandmother of Terri Firlotte (Jarrod), Kelly Lower (Emily Jackson), Kevin Lower (Diana), Jason Lower (Sarah), D’Arcy Stokes (Tyler), Stacy Guay...

Pauline Marie Korber

Pauline Marie Korber

Jul 21, 2024

Passed away peacefully with the love of her life by her side on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at the Huntsville Hospital, she was in her 80th year. Beloved wife for 60 years to Gerhard “Gerry” Körber of South River, ON. Cherished mother of Paul Körber (Mary) of Hamilton, ON and Anne-Marie Height (Richard) of Mississauga, ON. Proud grandmother of Simona...

Joan Elsie Bonazza

Joan Elsie Bonazza

Jul 18, 2024

Peacefully with her family at her side at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Thursday July 18, 2024. Joan, beloved wife of Lorne for 60 years, was in her 80th year.

Loving mother of Carol Bonazza (Tom Mahood), and Nancy Ehl (Rob).

Cherished grandmother of Devon, Catlin (Madison), Trinity and Nicholas.

Great grandmother of Juniper and Harley.

Joan is survived by her siblings: Albert (Donna),...

Allan Wesley Gray

Allan Wesley Gray

Jul 12, 2024

Born in Etobicoke, Ontario on December 11th, 1956, Allan passed away at his home in Burks Falls, Ontario on July 12th, 2024. For many years, he suffered from COPD and was recently diagnosed with cancer. He lived a full life and adored his late dog, Buddy. His favourite pastime was riding his motorcycle which he did as often as he...

Shirley V. McManus

Shirley V. McManus

Jul 3, 2024

Peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Wednesday July 3, 2024. Shirley, beloved wife of Denis for 55 years, was in her 80th year.

Loving mother of the late Michael, Gregory (Lorrie) and David (Christine).

Proud grandmother of Michael, Taylor (Maria), Kaitlyn (Alex), Brooke, Nicole and Madeleine.

Dear sister of Allan Maki (Hope), Sylvia Romanko (late Fred) and predeceased by Wayne, Ed (late...

Willard Gordon Raaflaub

Willard Gordon Raaflaub

Jun 26, 2024

Willard Gordon Raaflaub, with daughters by his side, journeyed home to be with his Lord on June 26, in his 93rd year. 

Sincere thanks to the staff of Muskoka Shores, family and friends who helped along the journey.

Willard was the oldest of five boys born to Gladys & Gordon Raaflaub on July 18, 1931, in Magnetawan. He deeply loved his brothers,...

Tina Lynn Corless

Tina Lynn Corless

Jun 7, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that the Corless family announces the sudden passing of Tina on June 7th, 2024, she passed peacefully at her residence. Tina was born and raised in Burks Falls and moved away as an adult. Tina was a hard worker, doing factory work in shipping and receiving. She loved bingo, scratch tickets and going fishing. Proud...

Peter Robert Febel

Peter Robert Febel

Jun 3, 2024

Peter Febel, son of the late Jack and Maria Febel, passed away suddenly at his home on Monday, June 3, 2024, in his 72nd year. He was the beloved husband of Barbara Febel for over 40 years. He is predeceased by his brother, Richard and survived by his sister, Ingrid Smith (Tom Fitzgerald). Peter was the dear father of Shelley Kelsey,...

Paul Maki

Paul Maki

May 23, 2024

Peacefully at Muskoka Landing in Huntsville on Thursday May 23, 2024. Paul, beloved husband of the late Linda was in his 79th year.Dear father of Jeff Maki (Angela). Proud Poppa of Kayla and Jessica Maki and great grandson Kingston.Brother of Shirley McManus (Denis), Allan (Hope), Sylvia Romanko (late Fred); predeceased by brothers Wayne and Ed (late Sylvia) and his parents Wenner...

Carol Ann Stinson

Carol Ann Stinson

May 11, 2024

Passed away peacefully with loved ones by her side at the Huntsville Hospital on Saturday, May 11, 2024, she was in her 76th year.  Beloved wife of Brian Stinson.  Cherished mother of Christine Bainbridge (nee Muise), David Muise, step-mother of Tera Stinson, Jason Stinson (Helen) and Leann Turner (Jason Robinson).  Proud grandmother of Jessica (Curtis), Darcy (Naren), Sarah, Chloe, Avery,...

Verna Mary Rickward

Verna Mary Rickward

May 4, 2024

VERNA MARY RICKWARD(nee Mason) of KearneyVerna passed away at the Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville on Saturday May 4, 2024, at the age of 88.Verna was born April 15, 1936, at Sand Lake, Kearney, Ontario to the late Carman and Sarah Mason. Verna was the oldest of their 3 children. Verna was always busy, she was involved with 4H, her church,...

Laverne Marchand

Laverne Marchand

Apr 25, 2024

Passed away peacefully at Cassellholme in North Bay on Thursday, April 25, 2024, he was in his 87th year.   Beloved husband of Heather Marchand (nee McMurray).  Cherished father of Randy Marchand (Kathy), Tamy Shearer (Dave), Tracey Chandler (Bruce) and step-father of Geordie Secord (Diana), Gary Secord and Kimme Lafayette.   Proud grandfather of many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Laverne will...

Douglas MacPherson

Douglas MacPherson

Apr 24, 2024

Passed away at home with his family at his side, on Wednesday the 24th April, 2024 in his 91st year. Loving husband of Anne (nee Stuart) for 69 years. Caring father of Stuart (Cheryl), Robert (Gráinne), Cameron (Terri), and Heather (Warren). Kind-hearted grandfather of Tyler (Stephinie), Christopher (Dante), Kirsty, Conor (Selena), Scott (Meike), and Lisa. Great-grandfather of Owen, Gabriella, and...

Deborah Lynne Rumford

Deborah Lynne Rumford

Apr 20, 2024

Passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 20, 2024, she was in her 54th year.  Beloved wife of James “Jamie” Rumford.  Cherished mother of Collin Jennings (Tori) & stepmother of Keisha Rumford (Will).  Proud “Nama” of Kailey & Lindsay.  Lovingly remembered by her parents Phyllis Reynolds (nee Cousins) & Ronald Reynolds and her in-laws Marg & Ted Rumford.  Sadly...

Douglas Henry Lamb

Douglas Henry Lamb

Apr 17, 2024

Passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, he was in his 86th year.  Beloved husband of the late Barbara “Pat” Lamb (nee Muir).  Loving father of Jeff Lamb, Peter Lamb (Elizabeth) and Krista Melanson (Chuck).  Proud grandfather of Chloe, Caitlin, Christopher, Tanner and Hayden.  Fondly remembered by his brothers, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.  ...

Jacqueline Matthews

Jacqueline Matthews

Apr 6, 2024

Jacqueline (Jackie) M. (Smith) Matthews (nee Bazinet) left her family reluctantly April 6, 2024 following a life fully lived. Jackie was a great traveller and occasionally enjoyed taking the scenic route, sometimes on purpose. She gave us many memories in so many ways; she gave us her time, her love, her homemade goods and a generous smile. There was always...

Carmen Lucille Sinclair

Carmen Lucille Sinclair

Apr 5, 2024

 

Peacefully at the Pines in Bracebridge on Friday April 5, 2024.   Carmen Sinclair, beloved wife of the late Bert, was in her 100th year.

Dear mother of Ellen (Edward), late David (Norine), Howard (Carolyn), Karen (Brian), Glenda (Dan), and Andrea (Martin). 

Proud grandmother of Daniel, Carol, Sarah, Glen, Stephen, Mark, Timothy, Aaron, Jonas, Adam, Kathleen, Abbey, Mackenzie, Kendra, Jamey and many...