Obituaries
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...
Loraine Buckingham
Dec 23, 2023
Peacefully at home on Saturday December 23, 2023. Loraine was in her 79th year.Beloved daughter of the late Gertrude and dear sister of Linda, Carmen, Marian, George and the late Patsy, Doris, Donna and Glen.Loraine will be fondly remembered by all her nieces, nephews, and many dear friends.The family will receive visitors at the Opatovsky Funeral Home-Moore Chapel, 9 Paget...
Meaghan Lynne Cameron
Dec 22, 2023
Suddenly at home on Friday December 22, 2023, Meaghan was in her 40th year.
Dear mother of Preston and Travis.
Beloved daughter of Donald Cameron (Shelley) and Rita Percival.
Cherished sister of Melissa (Joseph) and aunt of Riley and Adam.
A service will be planned later.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Opatovsky Funeral Home-Dempster Chapel, Burk’s Falls.
If...
Sylvia Maude Maki (nee Soper)
Dec 22, 2023
Suddenly at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Friday December 22, 2023. Sylvia Maki, beloved wife of the late Edward Maki, was in her 83rd year.
Dear mother of Bill (Shannon), Jim (Sharon), Andy and Nancy and the late Sheila Maki.
Proud grandmother of Dylan (Nicole), Meagan (Kenny), Brandy (Kyle), Jed and great grandson Wesley.
Sister of Bob, Carolyn, Mark (Anna)...
Rosemary Harmer
Dec 21, 2023
Peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Thursday December 21, 2023. Rosemary, beloved wife of the late Esli Harmer, was in her 74th year.
Rosemary is the sister of Laurie Smith, Carol Martin-Clark and the late Milton and Bob Clark and she is survived by other family and friends.
A graveside service to celebrate Rosemary’s life will be conducted in the Pevensey...
Dr. Floyd G. Robinson
Dec 18, 2023
Floyd Robinson, who has died in his 93rd year, was a brilliant man, a gentle soul, a devoted husband and father, and a generous benefactor. He had an unshakeable optimism about human potential and for more than half a century was committed to the growth and development of human beings. Through his professional life as a teacher, professor...
Andrew Henry de Ruiter
Dec 13, 2023
It is with immense sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Andrew Henry de Ruiter on December 13th, 2023. Andrew was a joyful, easy-going child who spent his time tinkering in the garage with his dad or riding around on various toys or the tractor at a young age. As a young boy he was affectionate and always receptive...
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