Obituaries

Aug 11, 2021

Passed away at The Pines Long Term Care Home in his 99th year.

Harold is survived by his wife, Betty; his daughter, Linda Moses (Jim); granddaughters, Heather Cermak and Ashley Thompson; step grandson, Michael Moses; great grandsons, Quinton and Mason Cermak and step great grandson, Ares Moses. He was predeceased by his son, Doug, and his sister,...

Aug 10, 2021

We are saddened to announce the passing of Alan Mack, on Tuesday, August 10, 2021.  He leaves behind his daughters Bonnie & Jessica, and grandsons Rylin, Stanley, and Arthur. Dear brother to David, Judy, Lora, Robert, Arthur, and predeceased by Shirley and Sandra.  Beloved son to Alma Traviss and the late Francis Mack.  Deeply missed by friends and community. ...

Aug 9, 2021

The family sadly announces the death of Bill, on Monday, August 9, 2021, in his 84th year. Beloved husband of Nancy (nee Brunton). Loving father of Heather Hill, Patty Jones and husband Glenn. Most proud grandfather of Connor Jones, Nicholas Hill, Lachlan Hill, Cooper Hill, and Vanessa Jones. Brother-in–law of Barbara Bowlby (nee Brunton) and wife Mary Jo Thompson,...

Aug 7, 2021

KIER, Andrea – Passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 7, 2021, at Andy’s House Hospice, in her 75th year. Andrea was the beloved wife to Kenneth Geller for 30 years. She leaves behind her stepchildren Julie Geller (Jay Schacher), and Michael Geller. Dear sister of Jerry Kier (Cyndy). Andrea will be deeply missed by her cousins, extended family, and friends....

Aug 4, 2021

Beth was a lifelong partner to Mackenzie “King” Speicher, mother to Leigh (Rob), Kevin (Donna) and Shawn (Kevin); Cherished grandmother and great-grandmother to Thom (Kate) and Connor, Korey (Cindy) and Oliver, Edward (Meghan) and Elizabeth, Aaron, Reed, Zach, Troy, Caitlin (Kevin) and baby.

She was born to Burton and Dorothy Ball, and a sister to Keith, Douglas...

Aug 2, 2021

Passed away after a short illness on Monday, August 2, 2021, at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, at the age of 78. Son of the late Jack and Viola Ball (nee Austin).

Beloved husband to Ruth Ball (nee Medley) of 55 years, who pre-deceased John on July 25, 2021.

Cherished father of Jodi Gray (Matthew), Casey...

Aug 1, 2021

In sorrow we announce the passing of Violet Elizabeth

‘Betty’ Flaherty (nee Smith) (formerly Nelson) at Castle Peak Retirement Residence in Bracebridge on August 1, 2021. Betty was the beloved wife and best friend of Gerry and she felt blessed for the love, friendship, and support of her extended family. Betty will be lovingly remembered by her sons; Rick...

Jul 25, 2021

In loving memory of Christopher Thomas McLauchlan. Beloved brother of Laura and Richard McLauchan, cherished by his nieces Danielle McLauchlan-Payne and Emma Charles, and his nephew Tristan Charles. He will profoundly be missed by his dog Ava, who was adopted from the OSPCA.

In May of 2020, Chris unfortunately lost his vision and became legally blind. Due...

Jul 25, 2021

Ball, Ruth Anne (Medley) – Passed away in the early morning on Sunday, July 25, 2021, at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, at the age of 75. Beloved wife to John Ball of 55 years. Cherished mother of Casey Ball (Kim), Jodi Gray (Matthew), and Eddie Ball. Beloved grandmother of Skyler, Jack, Lauryn, and Wyatt. Sister of Mary-Ellen McKeegan (Denis), and...

Jul 24, 2021

Passed away on July 24, 2021, in the early morning at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, in his 76th year. Beloved husband to Christine (nee Reeves) of 52 years. Cherished father of Scott Islip (Mary Ann), Derek Islip (Katie), Victoria Spalding, and Kevin Islip (Katherine). Loving grandfather of Ryan, Christopher, Andrew, Emerson, Harrison, Carter, Zachary, Claire, and Bradford.

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Jul 24, 2021

After a brief battle with an aggressive cancer, William (Bill) Forth passed away at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital on July 24, 2021 . Bill was predeceased by his wife of 49 years Edith (Dawson) in 2013.  Bill recently enjoyed the companionship of Ghislaine Laferriere, who also assisted with his caregiving at the end.

Bill is survived by his...

Jul 22, 2021

Yvette passed away peacefully at home in Bracebridge on July 22, 2021, in the arms of her beloved husband Ken, son Derek, and sister Imelda. Born on the island of St. Vincent and raised in Toronto.  Loving wife of Ken and adoring mother of Derek Marshall (Rebecca) of Squamish, BC.  Cherished gran to their boys Marley and Solomon. Much loved...

Jul 21, 2021

Passed away peacefully on July 21, 2021, at Algonquin Grace Residential Hospice, in her 81st year. Beloved wife of the late Thomas Mataija. Dear mother of James, Steven (Wendy), and Lisa (Roger). Cherished Baka (grandmother) of Maximilian, Mya, and Isabella. Loving sister of Frank (Tanya), Anna, and the late Nevenka.

Mary was born on August 20, 1939,...

Jul 19, 2021

In her 75th year, Jane Anne Hay (nee Boyer) passed away suddenly at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, in the evening on Monday, July 19, 2021. Jane was the beloved wife of the late Thomas Hay. Loving mother to Chris Young (Shelley) of Cambridge, and Debbie Marling (Chris) of Bracebridge; step-mother to Ken Yates (Deb) of Oklahoma, and Tara Lee...

Jul 18, 2021

BOWES, Betty Augusta “Gus” (April 23, 1932 – July 18, 2021) - It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of Betty Augusta “Gus” Bowes (nee Speedie), mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, in the wee hours of July 18, 2021, at Muskoka Landing in Huntsville.

Daughter of the late Dalton and Wilma Speedie (Lynn)....

Jul 16, 2021

It is with profound sadness that the family of Tom Fair announces his sudden passing on Friday July 16, 2021 at the age of 73, with his wife Carol by his side. Tom is survived by his wife, Carol Sinclair Fair, sister, Susan Fair Drew (Rick). A number of aunts, uncles and cousins. Nephews and nieces, Pete Moniz and...

Jul 13, 2021

FRANKLIN, Sidney Arthur “Art” - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a beloved husband, father, uncle, grandfather, and great-grandfather who left us much too soon.

Art was born in Wallaceburg, Ontario, on February 15, 1933, and was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on Tuesday, July 13, 2021, at South Muskoka Memorial...

Jul 13, 2021

Passed away peacefully with family by his side on Tuesday, July 13, 2021, at Andy’s House in Port Carling, at the age of 68. Andre was the beloved husband to Betty Jenkins (Gilbert) of 47 years. Cherished father of David, Lyle, and Stacy (Clayton) Bell. Proud grandfather of Zac Bell.  Dear brother of Wilda (Randy) Doyle, and Greg (Ingrid)...

Jul 13, 2021

Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 13, 2021, at Andy’s House Hospice in Port Carling, at the age of 75. Marlene was the beloved partner of Ross Blanchard for over 15 years.

Cherished mother of Jeff (Evyenia), and Neil (Naicee) Dempster. Loving grandmother of Talon. Dear sister of Ken (Janice) Dempster, and Kathy (Gord) Nicholson. Marlene also...

Jul 10, 2021

On July 10, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. Hugh Carlton Fairfield passed peacefully in the arms of his loving wife, daughters and family.

Hugh was Born December 9, 1931 in Selkirk, Manitoba. The oldest child of Finlay Robert Fairfield and Esther Jean Carpenter, Hugh loved to spend his time with his father in the Fairfield Woolen Mill. This...