Obituaries

Apr 7, 2020

VINCENT, Vernon Charles Russell

Vern passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2020, at his home in Bracebridge, with family at his side. Beloved husband of Shirley (nee Pallister). Loving father of Nancy Jewell (Jeff), Kelly Vincent & David Vincent (April). Proud grandfather of Brandon & Emma. Brother to Vera Davis, Angela Einarson and the late Joyce Hall. Brother-in-law...

Apr 4, 2020

Passed away peacefully at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, Bracebridge on Saturday, April 4th, 2020 in his 69th year. Ivan will be dearly missed by his wife Angie (nee Vincent). Step-father of Tony Peacock (Rhondi), Amanda Peacock (Brant), Cassie Peacock, Angel Peacock, Joni Chilvers, Amber Chilvers (Jeff), Heidi Forman (Adil) and Sonny Forman. Born on Wednesday, July...

Apr 3, 2020

Ruth Helen Blanchard passed away peacefully, at her home away from home, The Pines, on April 3, 2020 at the age of 89.

Ruth was born in Mallorytown, ON and moved with her family to Bracebridge where she met and married the love of her life, Bill Blanchard.  They bought a home together upon Bill’s returning from...

Apr 3, 2020

It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the peaceful passing of Louise on Friday, April 3, 2020 at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in her 77th year. Louise was the beloved wife of the late Karoly Balogh. Dear mother of Karl (Cindy) and the late Jennifer. She will be especially missed by her son Steve who was with...

Mar 28, 2020

BLACK, Geraldine Eleanor (Clark)

Passed away peacefully at The Pines Long-term Care Home, on Saturday, March 28, 2020 in her 98th year. Geraldine was the beloved wife of the late William H. Black. Loving mother of Sandy Lelliott, Jackie Simpson, Kirk Black, Glenn Black, Vickie Abbott, and Cheryl Black. Cherished grandmother of 15, great grandmother of 14,...

Mar 27, 2020

It is with heavy hearts the family announces the sudden passing of Stephanie on Friday, March 27, 2020 in her 40th year. Stephanie was the beloved mother of Graydon, the much loved and forever cherished daughter of John “Jack” Grant and she will always be remembered in the hearts of her sister Melissa (John) Hall and Erica. Dear aunt...

Mar 26, 2020

HARRIS, Maria Grazia (née Nucifora)

Peacefully on Thursday, March 26, 2020 in Bracebridge, Ontario in her 65th year. Beloved wife of Ernie Harris. Dear sister of Dina (Ben) and sister-in-law of Cherin and Sandy. Maria worked at the Metro grocery store for many years. She will be dearly missed by family and friends. A private family entombment...

Mar 26, 2020

BALDWIN, Olive Louise

1923 – 2020

Olive passed away peacefully at The Pines in Bracebridge, on Thursday, March 26, 2020 at age 96. Loving mother of Rod Baldwin (Brenda), Lu-Ann Baldwin (John Bartel), Cindy Bailey (the late John Bailey) and Bill Baldwin. Dearest grandmother of Christopher, Lee and Steven Baldwin, Jonathan Baldwin, Emma Bailey and Michael...

Mar 25, 2020

WALKER, Marie (nee Schell)

September 9, 1926 to March 25, 2020

Marie Walker passed away peacefully with family by her side.  Predeceased by her husband Des Walker, she leaves behind her sons Roy (Marie), Ralph (Leslie) and Paul (Sherilyn).  Loved and admired by her many grandchildren Amanda, Justin, Kaitlyn, Alana, Samantha, Cameron and Braedon, and...

Mar 19, 2020

Barry passed away peacefully at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge March 19th, 2020. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Beverly. Dear father of Doug (April) Orillia, Darren (Peggy) Bracebridge, and Dean (Sue) Bracebridge. Proud grandfather of Rachel Nelson BC, Josh (Taylor) of North Bay, Julia, Hayleigh, Holli, and Heidi of Bracebridge.

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Mar 14, 2020

Bill passed away at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge on Saturday, March 14, 2020 at age 95. Predeceased by his beloved wife of 45 years, Helen (nee Botting), Bill is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Ruth Bell-Towns of Bracebridge. Dear father of Susan Lancaster (John) of Niagara-on-the-Lake, Katherine Towns (Richard Crivari) of Toronto, and...

Mar 7, 2020

Passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 7, 2020, at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge. At the age of 93. Anna was the beloved wife of the late N. Robert “Bob” Harper. Cherished mother of R.A. (Bob) Harper M.O.M., John, Scott (Pat), and Brian (Tammy). Loving grandmother of Conner, Cody, Charlotte, Lindsey, Stephanie, and Emily. Dear sister of Ellen...

Mar 4, 2020

JACKSON, Helen Marie

Helen Marie Jackson (nee Suthons) passed away peacefully, in her 91st year, on Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at Algonquin Grace Hospice, Huntsville, Ontario. Youngest daughter of Charles & Hilda Suthons. Beloved wife of Murray Jackson. Cherished mother of Gary (Daria) and grandmother of Mark.

Predeceased by her sisters Jean Luscombe & Ruth...

Feb 28, 2020

Passed away peacefully at Muskoka Landing in Huntsville, Ontario, on Friday, February 28, 2020 at age 96. Beloved wife of the late Douglas Milligan (1977). Loving mother of Jim and Anne. Proud grandmother of Cynthia (Kevin), Chandra, Joshua, Wesley & Christopher. Sister of the late Kathleen. Dear aunt to Sue.

A private interment will be...

Feb 27, 2020

Passed away peacefully after a brief illness at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on February 27th, 2020. Predeceased by his beloved wife Barbara. Dear father of sons Jim and David. Loving grandfather of Michelle and Christopher. Will be greatly missed by many friends and family. A private family viewing has been held. A Celebration of Life will be held early...

Feb 25, 2020

Please join us for a joint Celebration of Life for Sherry and Don McVittie, taking place Sunday, July 17th, at the Muskoka Discovery Centre, 275 Steamship Bay Rd., Gravenhurst, from 12:00 noon to 2:30 pm.  Until then, a heartfelt thank you to all the friends and family that enriched both of their lives.

Feb 22, 2020

Born in Toronto, son of the late Walter William Appleton Sr. and Ruby Camidge Appleton. Bill grew up in the Kingsway, Toronto and attended Lambton Kingsway Public School and Etobicoke Collegiate Institute. In 1947 he left Canada and attended Brown University (Rhode Island School of Design) before returning to Canada in 1953 to work for J.H. Ryder...

Feb 20, 2020

BARTMAN, Melvin Joseph - Our dearly beloved father passed away peacefully at the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Thursday February 20th, 2020, in his 99th year - just 18 days shy of his 100th birthday. Son of the late Edward Thomas and Julia Priscilla (Lougheed) Bartman. Melvin was born on March 9th, 1920 in Lion’s Head, and raised in...

Feb 18, 2020

Passed away peacefully with her children by her side at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, February 18, 2020, in her 87th year. Ruth was the beloved daughter of the late William and Charlotte Crouchley and she was also predeceased by her sister Helen. Ruth was the devoted wife of the late Ross Veitch. She will be sadly...

Feb 16, 2020

Passed away peacefully in Bracebridge on Sunday, February 16th, 2020 at the age of 83 following a brief battle with cancer. Ellen was the beloved wife of the late Stan Harper, loving mother of Mark (Debby) and Glen (Jessica), and devoted grandmother of Jillian. She will be dearly missed by her many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents...