Obituaries

Lee Ann Bruckner

Lee Ann Bruckner

2025

On March 19, 2025 at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, Lee Bruckner passed away peacefully with family by her side at the age of 61. Loved mother to Jaymie (Ryan), Taylor and the late Joe Fancey. Loving daughter to Sandra and the late Frank Bruckner. Cherished grandmother to Abel, Ollie, Emmie and Owen. Loving sibling to Rob (Michelle), Joy (Sean) and...

David Alfred Parrett

David Alfred Parrett

2025

David Alfred Parrett died peacefully at Andy’s House in Port Carling on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. Beloved husband of Marlene Handy. Dear father of Lisa Parrett and stepfather to Jessica Emberson (Joel), Stephanie Handy (Sunny), Billie-Marie Hewitt (Jesse), Ryan Barry (Georgina) and Quinn Crick. Loving grandfather of 10. Dear brother to Lori Conrad, Douglas Parrett, and the late Rodney Parrett...

Thomas Edward Cooper

Thomas Edward Cooper

Mar 17, 2025

Thomas (Tom) Edward Cooper

April 30, 1947 – March 17, 2025

Thomas (Tom) Edward Cooper passed away peacefully on March 17, 2025, at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital. Tom's life was defined by a deep love for his family, hard work and a commitment to leadership.

He will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 56 years Susan Cooper; his daughters, Amy Doyle...

Brian James Tadeusz Hemens

Brian James Tadeusz Hemens

Mar 12, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brian, who passed away on Wednesday, March 12, 2025.

Brian is survived by his son Andrew, wife Hermia (Cheung), parents William and Christine, and siblings: Dominique Pedersen (Kurtis); Phillip (Katherine Brown); Christina; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Brian graduated from the University of Toronto with a degree in...

Pamela Durrance Dempsey

Pamela Durrance Dempsey

Mar 9, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Pamela Durrance Dempsey, who left this world peacefully on Sunday, March 9th at the age of 90.

Pamela was the beloved wife of the late Charles Allen Dempsey, cherished mother of Carol Haynes (Elizabeth) of Yorkshire, England, daughter to the late Ruby Greville (nee Challoner) and Fredrick Greville of Gloucester,...

Barbara Joan Mortensen

Barbara Joan Mortensen

Mar 8, 2025

Passed away suddenly but peacefully on March 8, 2025, at the age of 91.

Loving wife of Ove Mortensen for 68 years, and mother of Mia Morris (Ron, d. 2010), Robert, and Kevin (Kathleen). Proud grandmother of Erik Morris and Lindsay Morris and sister-in-law to Mia Wear (Frank) and Egil (Lis). Predeceased by her parents, Edythe Elizabeth "Betty" Fenwick and Charles...

Philip Reid Sawyer

Philip Reid Sawyer

2025

With heavy hearts we announce the death of Philip Reid Sawyer, 73, of Milford Bay, ON, who passed away on March 6th, 2025 after a brief illness.

Reid was an avid golfer, a talented musician, and a lover of classic cars. Always quick with a joke, he was a great storyteller who enjoyed cards, cribbage, pool, and darts. 

Reid's life took him...

Donald Frederick Foster

Donald Frederick Foster

Feb 28, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Donald Frederick Foster, who passed away peacefully on February 28, 2025, at Andy’s House Hospice, surrounded by his family. He was 81 years old.

Don was a dedicated and proud member of the 1st Independent Signal Squadron, later known as 705 (Ham) Communication Squadron, serving from 1959 to 1982 and...

Jefferson Baguley

Jefferson Baguley

2025

With deep sadness we announce the passing of Jefferson Baguley on February 25, 2025 at the age of 55. Left to mourn are his spouse Tracy, his children Ashley (Ben), Abbey (Julien), Olivia, Jacob (Erin), and grandchild Theron. He is survived by his siblings Kelli and Jason and father Jack and predeceased by his mother Eva. 

A private ceremony will take...

Janis E. Lynd

Janis E. Lynd

Feb 20, 2025

Janis E. Lynd (Johnson) passed peacefully on February 20th, 2025 while surrounded by family at Bracebridge Memorial Hospital. 

Janis was 76 years old and was born in Toronto, Ontario, April 19, 1948, and grew up in the neighbourhood of Newtonbrook. She was predeceased by her parents, Marjorie (Hearn) of Sundridge, Ontario and Alvin Johnson of Toronto, Ontario, and by her brothers...

Kathleen Mary Finch

Kathleen Mary Finch

2025

Sadly, we announce Kathleen Finch passed away at the age of 90 on February 19, 2025 at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, Bracebridge. She is reunited now with her late husband Murray Finch. Loved mother to the Late Debra Morrow (Tom), Donna Armstrong (the Late Brian) and the Late Mark Finch (Mary). Cherished grandmother to Stephanie (Nathan), Trisha (Sam), Michael (Tara),...

Reverend Derek John Craig

Reverend Derek John Craig

Feb 17, 2025

Reverend Derek John Craig

“Set me free from my prison, that I may praise your name.” – Psalm 142:7 

With deep love and gratitude for a life well-lived, we announce that Reverend Derek John Craig entered into the presence of the Lord on February 17, 2025, at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge. He was 80 years old. 

Derek was the beloved spouse...

Sandy Harju

Sandy Harju

Feb 16, 2025

Sandy Harju passed away at home on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at the age of 72. Beloved spouse of many years to Nancy Harju.

Treasured father of Steve and Troy Harju. Dear grandfather of Troy (Georgina), Niki (Keegan), and Dallas (Dennis). His memory will also be forever cherished by his great-grandchildren: Troy and Georgina’s children, Lily, Abby, and Blake; Niki and...

Joseph Edward Neveu

Joseph Edward Neveu

Feb 14, 2025

Joseph Edward Neveu, 88, passed away suddenly at his home on Woodlake in Bracebridge, Ontario on February 14th, 2025, and is now reunited with his beloved wife Joan, of 38 years, who went to be with the Lord on September 5th, 2017.

Joe was born in Temiscaming, Quebec, on January 10, 1937, and lived on a dairy/potato farm with his parents...

Carmela Chiapponi

Carmela Chiapponi

2025

Carmela (Carm) Chiapponi (née Villari) passed away suddenly at home on February 9, 2025, at the age of 63. Carm was born on January 18, 1962, in Roccalumera, Sicily, before moving to Ontario with her family. Carm is survived by the love of her life, Reno Chiapponi, whom she married on May 11, 1985. Together, they built a beautiful life...

Sheila Diane Morrison

Sheila Diane Morrison

Feb 6, 2025

It is with hearts full of sadness that the family of Sheila Diane Morrison of Bracebridge Ontario announce her passing on Thursday February 6th, 2025 at the age of 84. Sheila passed away peacefully with family leaving behind a wonderful legacy filled with love, perseverance, and joy. Sheila was known for her many years of service tending to the Rotary...

Stanley Edwin Walter Janke

Stanley Edwin Walter Janke

2025

Stan Janke passed on January 28, 2025 at his home in Bracebridge, Ontario. Beloved husband of Arlene and father of Michael (Amanda), Mark (Cathy) and Michelle (Mike). Grandfather to Nathan, Aalyah, Zoe, Brooklyn, Jaxson and Carter. Survived by his sister Bev (Danny), brothers Jimmy (Irene), predeceased by Donnie. 

In life, Stan enjoyed coaching his children in hockey, baseball and running local...

Daniel William Val Redner

Daniel William Val Redner

Jan 28, 2025

It is with sadness we share the passing of Daniel William Val Redner, age 56, on January 28, 2025, following a brief illness. Beloved by Molly and Cameron, he will be greatly missed by his family and friends. 

Dan grew up in Gravenhurst, second born son of Val Redner (deceased) and Cheryl Bullock, with siblings Sam, Rhonda, and Sarah. 

A lover of...

Doris Marguerite Shortt

Doris Marguerite Shortt

Jan 27, 2025

Doris Marguerite Shortt (nee Creasor)

1929 – 2025

Doris peacefully passed away on January 27, 2025, at Eastholme Home for the Aged in Powassan, Ontario in her 96th year. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Lawrence. Doris leaves behind her son, Larry (Mary), and daughter, Brenda (Allen Crowder). Proud grandmother to David (Amanda), Victoria (Randy), William (Kaitlin), Krista (Elliott), Melissa (Jay),...

Bill S. Wentworth

Bill S. Wentworth

Jan 23, 2025

It is with broken hearts that we the family of William (Bill) Stewart Wentworth, announce his passing on January 23rd, 2025 at Andy’s House in Port Carling, Ontario.

Bill was born in Sydney, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia on February 14th, 1938 to the late William J. and Abigail Wentworth. 

Bill is survived by his wife of 67 years, Joan Wentworth (nee MacLennan),...

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