Obituaries

Betty Jennie Unruh

Betty Jennie Unruh

Nov 5, 2025

Peacefully at Tabor Manor in St. Catharines on Wednesday November 5, 2025. Betty, beloved wife of the late Roy Unruh was in her 95th year. Beloved mother of the late David (Beth) of St. Catharines, the late Karen Nichols of Burlington and Gary (Joanne) of Hamilton. Proud grandmother of Leanne Unruh, Stephanie Campbell (Graham), Kryssi Sinclair (Jonas) and great grandmother...

Steve Baxter

Steve Baxter

Oct 31, 2025

Peacefully at home on Friday October 31, 2025. Steve, companion of Joanne Ouellette, was in his 69th year.

Dear father of Lindsay Hannemann (Shawn) and Amy Brunette (Kris).

Proud Poppa of Hunter, Lillian, Arwyn, and Kacey.

Predeceased by his parents Bill and Ferne Baxter.

Steve was an avid outdoorsman, and he cherished all the memories of time spent being outdoors with his daughters. He...

Natalie Patricia Miller

Natalie Patricia Miller

Oct 29, 2025

Unexpectedly, but peacefully at her home on Wednesday October 29, 2025. Natalie, beloved wife of the late Ted Neale, was in her 64th year.

Dear sister of Denise Wilson (Charlie), Tracy Connell (Bryan) and Angela Miller (Kris Hodgson).

Stepmother of Christine Moresutti (Paul), Heather Neale (Rob Anderson) and their children Erik, Jeorjia, Raine and Devon.

Cherished aunt of Jordan, Charlie, Brandi (Norm), Bryanna,...

CJ "Bud" Taylor

CJ "Bud" Taylor

Oct 19, 2025

Bud passed away peacefully at the age of 89, surrounded by family, his greatest source of pride, purpose, and joy. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 58 years, Joanne, as well as by his parents, Clare and Ethel Taylor, his brother Ted, and his sister Marion. He was born in London, ON, then moved to Brantford...

Vera Olive McGirr

Vera Olive McGirr

Oct 18, 2025

 (nee Morrison)

Peacefully at North Bay Regional Health Centre on Saturday October 18, 2025. Vera, beloved wife of the late Laurence McGirr and the late Bill Earl.

Dear mother of Jeanann Brooks (Maynard), Myrna Lawrence (late Douglas), Ivan McGirr (Shirley).

Proud grandmother and great grandmother.

Predeceased by her parents John and Alice Morrison and her siblings Lillian, Gordon, Allan, Percy, Dorothy, Ann, Gladys, Marjorie...

Robert Wentworth Walker

Robert Wentworth Walker

Oct 13, 2025

Passed away peacefully on Monday, October 13, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Beulah Eleanor Walker (nee Lennox). Cherished father of Carol Sintzel, Brian Walker (Linda), Joanne Edwards. Proud grandfather of Jeanette (Jose), Wesley-John, Justin, Chelsea-Anne and great-grandfather of Julia and Jacob.

Cremation has taken place at Forest Lawn Crematorium. Arrangements entrusted to Opatovsky Funeral Home- Moore Chapel. 

Donna Marie Reid

Donna Marie Reid

Oct 12, 2025

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Donna Reid who passed away peacefully at Hospice Huntsville on Sunday October 12, 2025. Donna was born on September 26, 1957, in Burks Falls, Ontario and was the cherished wife of Miles. Beloved mother of Randy (Melony). Proud Grandmother of Riley and Taylor. Lovingly remembered sister in law of Gail...

Gerald Alexander Whalen

Gerald Alexander Whalen

Oct 11, 2025

Passed away surrounded by family after a short illness at the Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital on Saturday October 11, 2025, at the age of 87. Beloved husband of Yvette Whalen (nee L'Heureux) for 66 years. Loving father of Clifford Whalen (late Reg) and Donna Marchand (Troy). Adored grandfather of Kelsey Marchand and Riley Vieira (Alex). Cherished uncle of David Boucher,...

Thomas Alan Boyes

Thomas Alan Boyes

Oct 2, 2025

Peacefully and surrounded by his loved ones at home on Thursday October 2, 2025.

Tom Boyes, beloved husband of Lisa Farnsworth and the late Kelly Boyes was in his 67th year.

Loving father of Erin (Jason), Stephen, Ted (Jessica), and Laura (Chris).

Proud grandfather of Hunter, Lincoln, JJ and Emmett.

Dear brother of Doug (Penny) and predeceased by his parents Ted and Eva Boyes.

Tom...

Helen Catherine Lang

Helen Catherine Lang

Sep 24, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Helen Catherine Lang. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, who departed this life peacefully surrounded by family on September 24th, 2025 in her 98th year.

Born on July 19, 1928 in Sundridge, Ontario, Helen lived a life full of love, kindness and devotion to her family and community. Known...

Carolyn Crockett

Carolyn Crockett

Sep 24, 2025

It is with great sadness the family of Carolyn Crockett announce her passing. She gained her angel wings peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday September 24th 2025 at The Pines Long Term Care Home in Bracebridge. She was 83 years of age. Carol, as she was affectionately known, was formerly from Sundridge. She was a strong loving wife, mother, grandmother...

Joseph Steven Bernas

Joseph Steven Bernas

Sep 22, 2025

Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on Monday, September 22, 2025, he was in his 95th year. Beloved husband of Betty Bernas (nee Gavine). Cherished father of Dean Bernas (Karen) & Pam Kreps (Harald). Proud grandfather of Chelsea Porter (Dan), Cory Bernas, Taylor Kreps (Jay), Allyson Kreps, Rachel Kreps and great-grandfather of Preston Rowntree, Rory Polsky and...

William Craig Marshall

William Craig Marshall

Sep 20, 2025

Peacefully passed away at Algonquin Grace Hospice on Saturday September 20, 2025. Craig was in his 65th year.

Dear son of Peggy and the late Hank Marshall.

Father of Kyle (Brandy), Laird and Spencer.

Beloved brother of Carolyn Brendstrup (Trig), Nancy Edson (Kent), Andy Marshall (Amy), Kent Marshall (Cheryl) and the late Janice Marshall.

Proud uncle of many nieces, nephews and their families.

Craig was...

Allan Ronald Maki

Allan Ronald Maki

Sep 19, 2025

Peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice on Friday September 19, 2025. Allan Maki, beloved husband of Hope (nee Fetterley), was in his 83rd year.

Dear father of Carol Maki, Debbie Schmidt (Brian) and Allan Maki (Cheryl).

Proud grandfather of Kimberley, Christopher (Tina), Sarah, Michael, Kelly (Matt), Hailey (Tim).

Great grandfather of Gabrielle, Scott, Matthew, and Madison.

Allan is survived by his sister Sylvia Romanko and...

Nicole Rita Landry

Nicole Rita Landry

Sep 19, 2025

Peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice on Friday September 19, 2025. Nicky, beloved wife of Jerry, was in her 73rd year.

Dear mother of Kevin, Gord (Jennifer), and Kathy (Steve).

Proud grandmother of Trevor, Jackie, Ryan, Madison, Ashlee, Tegan and Hannah. Great grandmother of James and Grayson.

Nicky is predeceased by her parents Edmond and Melvina Landry and will be fondly remembered by all...

Jean Dorothy Brown

Jean Dorothy Brown

Sep 16, 2025

Passed away peacefully at Fairvern Nursing Home in Huntsville on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, she was in her 86th year. Beloved wife of the late Archie Brown. Cherished mother of Bonnie Loy (Peter) and Michael Brown (Donna). Proud grandmother of Christopher (Stacy), Alex (Amanda), Amanda (Brian), Justin, Ashely (Cole) and great-grandmother of Rylee, Mason, Liam, Nash and Finn. Jean will...

Blaine "Newt" Corless

Blaine "Newt" Corless

Sep 15, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that the Corless family announces the sudden passing of Blaine aka Neutron on Monday, September 15th, 2025, he passed peacefully at home. Blaine was born and raised in Burks Falls, played on the local hockey and baseball teams, and worked locally. Blaine lived life to fullest and always was the life of the party, he...

Dorothy May Holden

Dorothy May Holden

Sep 10, 2025

Passed away peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, Dorothy May Holden (nee Craig) was in her 84th year. Beloved wife of the late Charles Holden Sr. Cherished mother of Cathy Johne (Donny) and Chuck Holden Jr. Proud grandmother of Andrew, Michelle, the late Derek and 5 great grandchildren. She is survived by her siblings...

John Albert Culbert

John Albert Culbert

Aug 30, 2025

What do you say about your dad when he passes? How do you find the words you never wanted to write?

John Albert Culbert, always known as “Ab.” To his Katrine family, he was “Aubby,” where he spent his childhood summers building boats and racing on the water. Dad was born in Burk’s Falls, Ontario on July 12th, 1937, the only...

Arlene Elizabeth Middlebrook

Arlene Elizabeth Middlebrook

Aug 30, 2025

Passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday, August 30, 2025 surrounded by her children, she was in her 64th year. Predeceased by the late Doug MacDougall. Beloved daughter of Gladys Middlebrook (nee McMurray) and the late Kenneth Middlebrook. Cherished mother of Jennifer Griffiths (Andrew), Laura Irwin (Tyler), Benjamin Clark (Paige). Proud grandmother of Lily Griffiths, Noah Griffiths, and Rylee...