Obituaries

David Edward Taylor

David Edward Taylor

Jul 12, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the sudden passing of David Edward Taylor on July 12, 2025, at the age of 72. He is survived by his beloved wife Glady of 34 years. He was predeceased by his parents Robert and Olive Taylor and his sister Alma (Lloyd) Leeder.

He will be missed by his siblings Murray (Carol),...

Mary Elizabeth "Molly" Webster

Mary Elizabeth "Molly" Webster

Jul 6, 2025

Mary Elizabeth “Molly” Webster

Born in Galt, Waterloo, Ontario, Molly peacefully passed away on July 6, 2025, at The Pines in Bracebridge, Ontario.

A beloved and prominent member of the Bracebridge community, Molly dedicated countless hours volunteering at the Bracebridge Seniors Center and was a faithful member of her local bowling league. Known for her quick wit and playful spirit — especially...

Ove Klingberg Mortensen

Ove Klingberg Mortensen

Jul 6, 2025

Ove Klingberg Mortensen (January 16, 1933 - July 6, 2025)

Passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025 with family by his side, in the tender care of the lovely team at Andy's House Hospice in Port Carling, at the age of 92.

Loving husband of Barbara (d. March 2025) for 68 years, and father to Mia Morris (Ron, d. 2010), Robert, and...

Jack Bustard

Jack Bustard

2025

It is with immense sadness and shattered hearts we announce the peaceful passing of our treasured Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Brother, Uncle and Friend, Jack Bustard, with his family by his side at Sunnybrook Hospital on July 1st, 2025 at the age of 71.

On Good Friday morning, Mom and Dad's house was destroyed by fire. Our family remained by...

Steven Charles Keshen

Steven Charles Keshen

2025

With heavy hearts, we mourn the loss of Steven Charles Keshen, of Muskoka Lakes, Ontario, at the age of 66. Steve passed away at Southlake Regional Health Centre, in Newmarket, Ontario, with his wife, Joanne, his sister, Tami, and her husband, Dave, at his side. He will be remembered fondly by his brother, Jeff and his wife, Deb, as well...

Donald Francis Clement

Donald Francis Clement

2025

Don Clement, beloved husband of Lorraine Clement (née Carol Turner), passed away suddenly on June 28, 2025, at the age of 80. He is survived by his sons Dave Clement (Celia Campbell) and Jeff Clement (Violet Clement, née Rodriguez); their mother (Anne Clement (née Muldowney); sisters Carolyn Hilton (Alfred) and Cecilia Reynolds (Ted); stepchildren Cypress Mintz (Darren Picket) and his...

Jeffery Lenard Golding

Jeffery Lenard Golding

2025

It is with great sadness that we wish to announce the passing of Jeffery (Jeff) Golding. With family by his side at South Muskoka Hospital on June 26, 2025. Jeff passed following complications due to a stroke. Jeff was in his 64th year.

Predeceased by his mother Audrey. Survived by his father Lenard, sister Jodi (Bryan), brother Mike (Keri), Uncle to...

Joyce Roberts

Joyce Roberts

2025

Friends and family are invited to the memorial visitations on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm and 6:00-8:00 pm at Reynolds Funeral Home.

Those that knew and appreciated her are invited to a Celebration of Joyce’s Life, preceded by an OES memorial service at the Milford Bay Community Centre, from 11am to 2pm on Sunday, August 17, 2025.

In...

Mary Louise Olver

Mary Louise Olver

2025

Our cherished mother, Mary Louise Olver, passed of sudden complications at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge, ON on June 23, 2025 just shy of her 93rd birthday. She was surrounded by family.

Our mother devoted most of her life to her six children, and while she faced many hardships, she always got us through with her quiet strength and...

Hazel Blanche Oliver

Hazel Blanche Oliver

Jun 23, 2025

Hazel Blanche Oliver (née White) December 24, 1940 – June 23, 2025

Blanche Oliver passed away peacefully on June 23, 2025, in her 85th year. She was a lifetime resident of Muskoka and will be lovingly remembered as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend whose quiet strength and kindness touched many.

Blanche was predeceased by her husband, Vincent Oliver...

William Charles McNabb

William Charles McNabb

Jun 20, 2025

William Charles McNabb

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William (Bill) Charles McNabb on June 20, 2025, just shy of his 51st wedding anniversary. Bill passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born and raised on a farm on South Monck Drive, Bill carried a deep connection to his roots. He eventually settled on...

Mary Magdalene Falvy

Mary Magdalene Falvy

Jun 18, 2025

We are deeply saddened to announce the sudden and unexpected passing of our beloved mother Mary Falvy at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital on June 18, 2025 at the age of 88.

Mary is predeceased by her dear husband John Falvy and beloved son Robert Falvy. Cherished mother to Cynthia Ondrich (Arnis), Jennifer Falvy (Mike) and Linda Falvy and mother-in-law to Gina...

Nicklaus Lee Miller

Nicklaus Lee Miller

Jun 4, 2025

With deep sadness, our family announces the sudden passing of Nicklaus Lee Miller on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, due to complications following heart surgery.

Lee, or Lee-Lee as he was affectionately known, was born on December 14, 1967, and spent his early years along the South Branch of the Muskoka River in Baysville, Ontario.

Lee embraced the outdoors from an early age,...

Marshall Spencer Perdue

Marshall Spencer Perdue

2025

On June 3rd, 2025 Marshall Spencer Perdue sadly passed away at home in Bracebridge, in his 69th year.

Marshall grew up on Toronto Islands where he was a member of the Queen City Yacht Club for most of his life. There he discovered a deep love and talent for sailing; which led him to life long friendships. He was a voracious...

Samuel Percy Van Duzen

Samuel Percy Van Duzen

Jun 3, 2025

SAMUEL PERCY VAN DUZEN

On June 3, 2025, Samuel Van Duzen passed away peacefully at The Pines at the age of 71. He was the beloved son of Mary and Percy Van Duzen and began his life with them on Beaumont Drive. Several years later he moved to Wellington Street where he remained until 2006 when he moved to Purbrook.

Sam had...

Christa Karoline Caissey

Christa Karoline Caissey

Jun 3, 2025

With deep sadness we announce on June 3, 2025 Christa Caissey passed away with family by her side at The Pines at the age of 77. Her beloved husband Jim Caissey. Loved mother to Jim Caissey (Helen) and Jeff Caissey (Tamara) and Taylor.

Chris’s feisty spirt and loving heart will be missed. Always willing to help others, enjoyed the outdoors and...

Bruce Edward Ruttan

Bruce Edward Ruttan

Jun 2, 2025

Passed away Monday, June 2, 2025, at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital. Bruce was the loving partner of Edith Ruttan. Beloved father of Thomas Ruttan (Kimberly Hicks-Ruttan), Joann Baker (Peter Baker), Betty Ruttan, and Arlene Bunn (Darren Bunn). Beloved brother of Sandra Melvin, Ruth Ruttan, and Nancy Acton (Ron). He will be missed by his grand children Katie, Derek, Brendan, Jessica,...

Donald James Mair

Donald James Mair

May 30, 2025

In Loving Memory of Don Mair

1963 – 2025

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Don Mair, who died suddenly at his beloved cottage in Bonfield, Ontario on Friday, May 30, 2025, at the age of 61. Don was the world’s best father to Sam (Joey) and Reilly (Spencer), and the much-loved husband and lifelong companion of Luanne, with whom...

Viktor Zakrajšek

Viktor Zakrajšek

May 28, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Viktor Zakrajšek, who died peacefully at the age of 74 after a long and courageous battle with illness.

Viktor was a man of quiet strength, kindness, and unwavering integrity. Throughout his life, he was known for his generosity, and deep love for his family. He faced his illness with resilience...

Laura Mildred Hawthorn

Laura Mildred Hawthorn

May 9, 2025

Laura Mildred (Horner) Hawthorn January 8, 1925 – May 9, 2025 

Laura Mildred (Horner) Hawthorn lived a full and rewarding life to the remarkable age of 100. It is with both sadness and deep gratitude for a life well lived that her family and extended family share news of her peaceful passing, just before Mother’s Day. 

Laura recently celebrated her 100th birthday,...