Obituaries

Jun 24, 2019

We are saddened to announce the sudden passing of Noriko Kelsey on June 24, 2019 at the age of 54.

A Visitation will take place an hour before the Memorial Service on Tuesday, July 23rd, 2019 @ 2:00 pm at Reynolds Funeral Home, Bracebridge, ON.

In lieu of flowers a donation in Noriko's memory to...

Jun 22, 2019

MR. GRANT HAIGHT of Burk's Falls and formerly of Huntsville Suddenly at his home in Burk's Falls on Saturday June 22, 2019 in his 77th year. Grant Haight, beloved husband and best friend of 56 years of Gail Haight (nee Sims). Dear dad of Darcy Haight (Chris) and Jodi Groomes (Dennis). Proud papa of Daryn, Madison, Justin and of...

Jun 18, 2019

Fitzmaurice, Peter Joseph - passed away at Tudhope Manor, Orillia, on June 18, 2019, in his 93rd year.  Peter was the brother of Maurice Fitzmaurice, and the late Jack and Douglas Fitzmaurice.  Peter was predeceased by his wife Rita Proulx (1993).  He is predeceased by his step-children Rosemary Brown, Monica Proulx and Walter Proulx.  Peter worked for North Garage as a station...

Jun 11, 2019

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of James Paul Hartt on Tuesday June 11th, 2019, at Algonquin Grace Residential hospice, at the age of 92. Beloved Husband to the late Sonja Valdine Hartt (2012). Loving father to Patricia, Ellen, James Byron and the late Rebecca Anne (2010). Caring grandfather to many grandchildren. Cremation has taken place. Donations in James's...

Jun 10, 2019

Edwin Magdy- Passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones at The Pines Long Term Care Home, in Bracebridge, on Monday, June 10th, 2019 in his 92nd year. Beloved husband to the late Violet Magdy (2006). Loving father of Michael (Judy) of Mississauga, Debra Magdy of Bracebridge, the late Donna Schnurr (Paul) of Huntsville, Darlene (Bruce DaCosta) of Huntsville, Denise Fisher...

Jun 8, 2019

It is with sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Eleonora Katharina Galetzka on Saturday, June 8th, 2019 at the age of 71 in Huntsville, Ontario. Beloved mother to Tobey-Lee Galetzka (Tony Grabiel) and Frank Galetzka (Mary). Cherished grandmother to Maitland Galetzka, William Galetzka, Elijha Grabiel, and Nora Grabiel. Donations in Eleonora's memory may be made to the Canadian...

Jun 5, 2019

NELLER, Elizabeth Margaret Betty Neller died unexpectedly at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, on Wednesday, June 5, 2019. She was 91. Betty is the beloved wife of the late Arthur Neller. Loving mother of Philip Neller (Theresa), Brian Neller (Debbie) and Tracy May (Peter). Proud grandmother of Jessica, Matthew, Michael, Christopher, Rebecca, Brad & Janine and great grandmother of Ethan,...

Jun 4, 2019

Sarah Mary Lazzara died at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge on June 4, 2019 at the age of 101. She was born in Bracebridge on December 16, 1917, oldest daughter of the late Frank and Mary Lazzara of Bracebridge. For thirty-eight years she taught school in Muskoka. Her first school was a one room school in Germania. Then...

Jun 1, 2019

LOVELOCK, Lucas Peter It is with heavy hearts and overwhelming sadness, that our family announces the unexpected passing of Lucas Peter Lovelock, on June 1, 2019, in Peterborough, Ontario. Lucas's caring nature, wonderful laugh and sense of humour will be forever cherished in our hearts. Lucas was sadly predeceased by his mother Patricia Louise "Patty" Lovelock (nee Meads) on April...

Jun 1, 2019

It is with heavy hearts that we wish to share the passing of our beloved wife and mother Barbara Ruth Ruttle (nee Cunningham). Barb, in her 82nd year, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family, on Saturday, June 1st, 2019. Devoted and loving wife of 60 years to Norm. Much loved Mother of Norm (Sue), David (Laurie)...

Jun 1, 2019

Kennedy, Audrey Caroline "Carrie" born December 20, 1934 passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family on Saturday June 1st, 2019 at her home in Bracebridge. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Earl "Sunny" Kennedy. Caring mother to Murray (Wanda), late Bev (Dave Pryce), Cindy, Laurie (Bruce Mumford), Michael (Leah) and the late Darwin. Dear Grandmother "Granny"...

May 23, 2019

BROWN, June Arlene (formerly June Smith) June Arlene Brown passed away peacefully at the Avalon Care Centre in Orangeville, Ontario, on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at age 93. June was born in Parry Sound in 1925. Daughter to Phoebe & Harvey Willard. She married Harvey James Smith and moved to "the Smith farm" in on the Beatrice Townline. They raised...

May 23, 2019

Peacefully, surrounded by family, Ryan Tripp passed away at his home in Bracebridge, Thursday May 23, 2019 at the age of 70. Ryan was the proud father of Geoffrey (Shelly) and Michael (Naomi). Loving grandfather to Julia and Keegan Tripp, and Phoenix and Rizen Atkinson-Tripp. Beloved brother to Gayle Johannesen and Ross Tripp (Judy). Caring uncle to John, Taylor and...

May 22, 2019

It is with saddened hearts we announce the passing of David Alexander Yorkston at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge, on Wednesday, May 22, 2019, in his 73rd year. Beloved husband of Tina Yorkston. Cherished father of Denise (David) Newcomb, Michael (Danielle) Yorkston and Andrea (Jason) Dumoulin. Loving grandfather to Abby, Chloe and Charlie. Dear brother-in-law to Brigitte (Bruce) Daley,...

May 19, 2019

Service Details. Service When: Thursday, May 23rd, 2019 1:00pm Location: St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery Address: 660 Manitoba St Interment Location: St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery Address: 660 Manitoba St × Text Directions Send directions to the event directly to your phone Phone Number: Send × Email Directions Get directions to the event directly to your inbox Email Address: : Send Email

May 15, 2019

RUMIG, Margaret Ann "Maggie" Passed away at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, on May 15, 2019, after losing her battle with brain cancer. Loving wife of John Bredin of Bracebridge. Dear mother of Colin Rumig (Olivia) and Megan Smit (Ben). Proud grandmother of Austin & Ollie. Dear sister to Barb, Gord & Peter. In keeping with Maggie's wishes, cremation...

May 14, 2019

JOSLIN, Zachary Otis Daniel Died suddenly in Bracebridge, on May 14, 2019, at age 24. Dear son of Rob Joslin and Amy Fitchett. Brother of Bradley, Maxwell & Ruby. Grandson of Joan Twa & the late Danny Joslin and Linda & Bill Fitchett. Also loved by girlfriend Sasha Stanton. Friends are welcome to join the family at Reynolds Funeral Home...

May 14, 2019

Fowler, Mervin - Mervin passed away at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, in Bracebridge, on Tuesday May 14th, 2019 in his 90th year. Mervin was the beloved husband of Ruth Fern Fowler (nee Barber). Loving father of Deborah Goddard (the late Jan), Muriel Whalley(the late Tim), Melinda Deuling (the late William) and Merlin Fowler (Colleen). He will be missed by his...

May 12, 2019

LEVER, James Hart "Jim" Jim passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2019, surrounded by his family, at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Jane (nee Whyle). Loving father of Christopher Lever (Donna), Jeffrey Lever (Connie), Timothy Lever (Darlene), Michael Lever (Holly), Jane E. Lever and Jennifer Lever (Stuart Bletcher)....

May 12, 2019

Welcher, Mavis Dorean- Mavis Welcher, born September 24, 1931, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family on Mother's Day, Sunday May 12, 2019 at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge. She was predeceased in 2012 by her beloved husband of 62 years, William Welcher. Cherished mother of Wayne Welcher (Valerie) of Bracebridge and Debbie McCaig of Guelph....