Obituaries

Sep 4, 2019

Arthur Melvyn Hall

On September 18, 1927, Arthur Melvyn Hall was born in Sharon, Ontario, son of the late Frederick Hall and Daisy Ward Hall.  Arthur attended Public School in Sharon and from age 14 took over the family farm.  On September 14, 1957 he married Beverly Anne Smith and together they raised their family on the...

Sep 3, 2019

Broughton, Yvonne Jean

It is with great sadness that the family of Yvonne Jean Broughton announces her passing after a lengthy battle with cancer on September 3rd, 2019, at the age of 74 years. Yvonne will be lovingly remembered by her children, Richard (Leanne), Charmaine (Greg) and Meagan (Scott), her 6 grandchildren Tyler, Colgan (named after...

Aug 27, 2019

Boudreau, Barbara passed away peacefully on August 27, 2019 at Muskoka Shores in her 75th year. Beloved mother of Brian, Lori Ann and Shannon.  Cherished grandchildren of 8 and 7 great grandchildren.  Those who knew Barbara knew how loving and kind her heart was. She took joy in the happiness of others. Always there to lend a helping hand. Honoring Barbara’s wishes cremation has taken place. Barbara...

Aug 27, 2019

It is with heavy hearts and fond memories that we announce the death of our dear Jim, our rock, at the Pines, on August 27th, 2019.  Survived by his wife, Claudette, daughter Danielle (Tim), granddaughters Jaimie, Lindsey (John), Jennifer (Andrew), great grandsons Colton, Grayden and great granddaughter, Charlotte.  Also, left to mourn him are his sister-in-law Chic Medhurst (Alf),...

Aug 26, 2019

Douglas Russell Matchett

Doug Matchett passed away early Monday August 26th, 2019 at the age of 76. Born September 10, 1942 in Milford Bay- Monk Township. Beloved husband of 51 years to Mary Lou Matchett. Cherished Father to Martin Matchett (Angie) and Ivy Cameron. He was dearly loved by grandchildren Kayla and Kenny Matchett, and Spencer and Russell Cameron....

Aug 26, 2019

PEACOCK, Mary Robertina Mae (Vincent) – Passed away at Muskoka Shores Care Community on Monday, August 26, 2019 in her 98th year. Mary was the beloved wife of the late Glen. Loving mother of John, Wayne (Freda), George (Noreen), Glenna Bannister (Ed), and the late Clarence. Cherished grandmother of 25 and great-grandmother of 15. Dear sister of Sue Loshaw,...

Aug 24, 2019

SMITH, Janet Lois - Passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2019 at her home in Milford Bay, with family by her side. Janet was the beloved wife of Ken Lee. Loving mother of James, Jamie (Jamie), Kyle (Jessica), and Shane (Sarah). Cherished grandmother of Scarlett and Zoey. Loved daughter of Robert and the late Lois McIntyre. Dear sister of...

Aug 18, 2019

Gibbesh, Melanie Eileen – passed away at home with family by her side on Sunday August 18, 2019. Loved daughter of Peter and Susanne Bruce (the late William (Bill) Jackson) and daughter in law to Mark and Truda Gibbesh.  Lovingly remembered by her husband Andy and their children Hailey, William, Lucie, Oliver, Benjamin, Edmund, Felicity, Tabitha, Margaret,...

Aug 16, 2019

HARRY BROWN "Butch"- Passed away peacefully in the arms of his loving daughter at Muskoka Shores on Friday August 16th, 2019. He was in his 74th year. Loving father of Michelle Boyes (Steve) and Ryan Brown (Sharon). Beloved grandfather "Papa" of Benjamin, Lily, George and Hudson. Cherished brother to Nancy Campbell (Ray), Linda Jewel (John) and Debbie Brown. Predeceased...

Aug 14, 2019

Verna Marie Vanclieaf (nee Norton) 89, of Baysville, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2019 at the Pines Long-Term Care Home in Bracebridge. Verna was born in Bracebridge to James and Dorothy Norton on October 29, 1929 and had many fond memories of growing up there with her older siblings, Fred, Elaine and Irene. As a young woman she...

Aug 11, 2019

BOTTING, Irene Ruth (nee Guthrie) – Passed away at Muskoka Shores Long-Term Care on Sunday, August 11, 2019. Loving mother of John F. Hanning of Scotland. She will also be missed by her two grandchildren, Tobias and Kirstie and their mother Cornelia, as well as her great grandchildren Isabel and Noah. She was predeceased by her husband Gerald Botting, her...

Aug 11, 2019

Lisa Marie Fenn- Sunday August 11th , 2019, Lisa Marie Fenn passed away peacefully at the Pines Long Term Care home in Bracebridge. Beloved Daughter of Jack and Lorna Fenn. Dear sister of Sharon (Gregg) Mann and Robert (Donna) Fenn and predeceased by brother Kevin Fenn. Caring aunt to Ryan (Rachel), Scott (Sarah), Braden Mann and Kyle and Brooklynn Fenn. Great aunt...

Aug 10, 2019

WHITEHEAD, Richard Gordon "Dick" – Passed away peacefully with family at his side, at Huntsville Hospital, on Saturday, August 10,2019. He was in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Betty Lou (Clugston). Loving father of Dawn Elisabeth Whitehead (Kevin William Smith), and Todd Gordon Fraser Whitehead (Karla Jennings). Cherished grandfather of Hunter and Charlotte Smith. Richard will also be...

Aug 9, 2019

Bullock, David Emerson with a brief but courageous battle of cancer, he passed away at home on Friday, August 9, 2019.  David was born in Peterborough in 1941 with 3 younger sisters Lois, Phyllis, and Doris.  When he was 16 years old he moved to Toronto worked by day as a carpenter and at night got his auto mechanic...

Aug 4, 2019

George Michael Heptinstall, passed away from a heart attack at Southlake Regional Health Centre Sunday August 4th at 10.45pm. His wife Jackie was there and family members had been with him for the proceeding days. He died knowing he was loved and well taken care of. Born in England in 1937, Mike emigrated to Canada at the age of...

Aug 3, 2019

Thomas Blanchard - Tom passed away peacefully at The Pines, in Bracebridge, on Saturday, August 3rd, 2019. He was born August 21,1924, in Bracebridge, to Henry and Kathleen Blanchard. On April 6,1974 he married Marion Goddard. Tom was a life member of the Bracebridge Agricultural Society. He was also a member of the Bracebridge Royal Canadian Legion and...

Aug 2, 2019

Passed away peacefully Friday, August 2, 2019 at Health Sciences North, Sudbury at the age of 75 years. Loving mother of Leanne (Travis) Thomson and Doug Hamblin. Cherished grandma of Brett and Owen Thomson. She will be missed by her siblings Marilyn (predeceased), Patricia (Denny) both predeceased, Bob (Kay), Gayle, Debbie (Wayne), several nieces, nephews and her friends from...

Aug 2, 2019

ROBISON, Dean Wayne – With heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Dean Robison of Bracebridge, on August 2nd, 2019 at the age of 55. Dean was the beloved husband to Janice Robison and to the late Annette Robison (Nee Bertin). He will be greatly missed by many friends, family and co-workers. A gathering of family and friends...

Jul 27, 2019

ORR, Henry Andrews “Harry” – Passed away  peacefully at home in his sleep, with his family by his side, on Saturday, July 27, 2019, after a brave battle with cancer.

Loving and protective husband to Lucille (nee Point) and best dad always to Cherie (Rob) and Marc (Brenda). Harry will always be in the hearts of his...

Jul 27, 2019

GINGER, Ann (Wilson) – Passed away peacefully at Hospice Huntsville on Saturday, July 27, 2019 in her 75th year. Ann was the beloved wife of Ron Ginger. Dear sister of John Wilson of England. She will also be sadly missed by her very dear furry friend, Buddy and special friend Joan McKiernan.

Cremation has taken place and...