Obituaries

Mar 16, 2023

Letitia Catherine Darlison (nee Dunkley) Of Sundridge

Passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on Thursday, March 16, 2023, she was in her 79th year.  Cherished mother of Shauna and Amberlea Darlison.  Proud grandmother of Sydnee George Willis, Sabby Joseph Owen, Izaiya Titan, Sarah Louise Faith and great-grandmother of Blaze & Phoenix Freyja.  Letitia’s...

Mar 14, 2023

Fred De Laurentis

of South River

Passed away in North Bay on March 14, 2023, in his 76th year. Predeceased by his brother Frank and his parents William and Freda, he is survived by his wife Margaret and by daughters Elysia (Ernie Kalwa) of Elora and Talia (Philippe Lacroix) of Clarence-Rockland, and by...

Mar 11, 2023

Catherine (Kay) Ann Hill (nee Lawrence)

Of Sundridge, ON

It is with heavy hearts that the Hill family announces the passing of Catherine Hill at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Saturday, March 11, 2023, in her 83rd year. Beloved wife of...

Feb 28, 2023

MARVIN DOUGLAS COX Of Sundridge

Peacefully at North Bay Regional Health Centre on Tuesday February 28, 2023.  Marv, beloved husband of Evelyn for 65 years, was in his 86th year. Dear father of Marlin (Brenda) and the late David Cox (Valerie). Proud grandfather of 7 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. Brother of Fern Carmichael (late...

Feb 24, 2023

MARTHA VERA KENNEDY (nee Hornibrook) of Sundridge

Peacefully at North Bay Regional Health Centre on Friday February 24, 2023.  Vera Kennedy, beloved wife of the late Frank, was in her 97th year. Dear mother of Kevin and the late Melvin Kennedy. Proud grandmother of Melisa Bolton (Darren), Michael Kennedy (Talitha) and Marc Kennedy (Bonnie) and...

Feb 23, 2023

JOYCE MARIAN COPELAND Of Sundridge (nee Hewitt)

Peacefully at The Pines in Bracebridge on Thursday February 23, 2023.  Joyce, beloved wife of the late Garfield Copeland, was in her 95th year. Dear mother of Lynda Blackmore (John) and Lauren Copeland (Kevin). Proud grandmother of Kelly and Jeffrey Blackmore and great grandmother of Quinn,...

Feb 16, 2023

Marjory Edna Parkes

Of Sundridge

Passed away peacefully at the Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville on Thursday, February 16, 2023, she was in her 95th year.  Beloved wife of the late Everett Parkes.  Cherished mother of Betty McLaren (Keith), Steve Parkes (Debbie), Kevin Parkes (Aileen), Rick Parkes (Brenda) and...

Feb 15, 2023

Frederick John Hannaford

Of Sundridge

It is with heavy hearts the Hannaford family announces the  sudden passing of John Hannaford at the Huntsville Hospital on Wednesday, February 15, 2023, he was in his 81st year.  Beloved husband of the late Irene Hannaford (nee Harmer). Dear father of Sandy Therrien (Rob), Steve & Rob (Allison) Hannaford. ...

Feb 15, 2023

Alita Tschantz Formerly of Burk’s Falls (nee Eder). Passed away peacefully at the Leacock Care Centre in Orillia on Wednesday February 15, 2023. Alita, beloved wife of the late Clarence Tschantz, was in her 88th year. Cherished mother of the late Darla Smallwood and Vince Tschantz. Proud grandmother of Trel and Trevor Smallwood both of Keswick, ON....

Feb 8, 2023

MWO CHARLES “KEITH” McEDWARDS of North Bay and formerly of Gravenhurst

Surrounded by family at North Bay Regional Health Centre on Wednesday February 8, 2023. Keith, beloved husband of Delle, his first and only love; they were married for nearly 70 years. Keith was in his 90th year. Dear father of Myra (Brian), Debra (Finbar),...

Jan 24, 2023

ROBERT LEONARD GRAY Of Burk’s Falls

Peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville, with his family at his side on Tuesday January 24, 2023.  Bob Gray, beloved husband of June, was in his 76th year. Loving father of Kelli (Bill), Leonard (Pam) and David (Rakel). Proud grandfather of Krystaline (Bret), Anaielle and Leora. Great grandfather...

Jan 19, 2023

Mathew Stanley Whitehead

Of South River

It is with heavy hearts that the Whitehead family announces the sudden passing of Mathew Stanley Whitehead on Thursday, January 19, 2023, he was in his 32nd year.  Much loved son of Stanley & Joanne Whitehead (nee Johnston).  Cherished...

Jan 18, 2023

MARION LOIS MAY

Peacefully and with family by her side passed away on January 18th 2023 in her 95th year. Marion will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by all of her family and many friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Burk’s Falls United Church on Wednesday, May...

Jan 17, 2023

Clarence John Tschantz

Passed away peacefully at the Orillia Soldier’s Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, January 17, 2023, he was in his 89th year. Beloved husband of Alita Tschantz (nee Eder). Cherished father of  Darla Smallwood and Vince Tschantz. Proud grandfather of  Trel Smallwood  and Trevor Smallwood both of  Keswick, ON. Son of Virgil and Zina Tschantz....

Jan 17, 2023

Kathleen Joan Judd

July 28, 1922 – January 17, 2023

Peacefully on Tuesday, January 17th,2023 in her 101st year, Kathleen Judd, beloved wife of the late Douglas.  Dear mother of Christine (Clifford).  Kathleen is survived by her grandsons Collin (Katie), Trevor and Kevin, great- grandchildren Tyson, Summer,...

Jan 16, 2023

YVONNE WILLS Of Kearney

It is with deepest sadness that we announce the passing of our loved one, Yvonne Wills. Yvonne has been a steadfast wife and friend to her husband Ross Wills. Yvonne was a dear Sister -in-law to Marilyn (Stanley) Manchuk, Cheryl (Richard) Philip, Valerie (Mark) Janke. Dearest Stepmom to Edward (Kim) Wills,...

Jan 13, 2023

MR. WILLIAM HENRY MARSHALL “Hank” Of Huntsville and formerly of Emsdale

Peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville on Friday January 13, 2023.  Hank Marshall, beloved husband of Peggy, was in his 94th year. Dear father of Carolyn Brendstrup (Trig), Janice Marshall (late Paul), Nancy Edson (Kent), Craig Marshall, Andy Marshall (Amy), and Kent Marshall...

Jan 8, 2023

Donna Durand “Gooch” of Sundridge

Suddenly at her home in Sunridge on Sunday January 8, 2023.  Donna, beloved wife of Andy and dear mother of Jade Baxter, A.J. and Max Durand. Loving daughter of Daphne (nee Warner) and the late George Gooch and daughter-in-law of Ruth Durand (Melvin). Sister of Mike Gooch (Melissa)...

Jan 6, 2023

Lorna Elizabeth Jackson-Hall

March 17, 1948 – January 6, 2023

In her pragmatic and humble nature, Lorna did not want any fanfare about her passing. In lieu of a funeral or memorial service, we will celebrate her life in words.

Born March 17,...

Dec 12, 2022

JOYCE MARTHA ALICE KOURIS (nee Welch) of North Bay and formerly of Sundridge

Joyce passed away on Monday December 12, 2022, at the North Bay Regional Health Centre at the age of 87. Loving wife and best friend of the late Robert (Bob) Kouris and mother of the late Richard and Terry Hewitt. She is...