Local obituaries for
Barrie, Mississauga, and Ottawa, Ontario.
Firoz Ziadkhani Ghassemi
May 27, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Firoz Ziadkhani Ghassemi, after a battle with heart complications. Born in Tabriz, Iran, Firoz lived a rich life filled with laughter, curiosity, and love. An English teacher by profession, he had a lifelong passion for language, music, and human connection. His warmth,...
Sydney Mary Kathleen L'Heureux
May 25, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Sydney Mary Kathleen L’Heureux on May 25, 2025, in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, at the age of 23, following a tragic single-vehicle rollover accident.
Born on September 16, 2001, in Ottawa, Ontario, Sydney’s life was marked by both struggle and strength. She faced a difficult battle with addiction, but her...
Peggie (Margaret) Strileski
May 25, 2025
It is with heavy hearts to announce the passing of Peggie (Margaret) Strileski who passed away on May 25, 2025 at the Trillium Mississauga Hospital at the age of 77.
Peggie is survived by her children Lea-Ann and Michael, her spouse Andrew and his children Jesse, Holly and Corey. She is also survived by her brother Bill and predeceased by her...
Robert Harold Davyduck
May 23, 2025
Robert Harold Davyduck CD
Master Corporal RCAF – Retired
Robert Harold Davyduck passed away peacefully at the age of 77 on May 23, 2025 at Sunnybrook Hospital.
Bob, son of the late George and Verneta (Shaw) Davyduck, was born on March 22, 1948 in Windsor, Ontario.
Loving husband of 22 years to Johanna Drost. Proud father to Robert (Jun Matsushita) Davyduck, whom he shared...
Laurier Gerry Joseph Jr. Lavigne
May 23, 2025
Laurier Gerry Joseph Jr. Lavigne, a cherished member of the Cornwall community, passed away suddenly on May 23, 2025, at the Cornwall Community Hospital. Born on January 22, 1968, in Cornwall, Ontario, Laurier was a dedicated body mechanic and carpenter, known for his skill and passion for his work.
Laurier had a multifaceted personality, embracing many interests that enriched his life...
Louis Edwin Travers
May 22, 2025
Louis Edwin Travers beloved son and brother passed away at his home in Cornwall Ontario on May 22, 2025, at the age of 66. He is predeceased by his loving wife Angela, his father Reuben, his sister Linda and his brother Lawrence. Louis is survived by his mother Maryann Mackenzie, brothers Allan and John, 3 daughters and 8 grandchildren.
Michael Daniel Jon Vidde
May 21, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Vidde, a beloved husband, devoted family member, and passionate lover of life and the arts. Michael departed this world, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever resonate in our hearts.
Michael was a free spirit on the crazy train of life, embodying spontaneity and joy in everything he did....
Christopher Llewellyn Barton
May 20, 2025
Loving son to Trevor and Dianna (McAdam) , adorning father to Parker Burton, will be missed by his sister Samantha Barton, nephew Alex Hickman, niece Abbie Hickman , Aunt Bonnie, Uncle Jon, Aunt Leona, Uncle Bill and Aunt Lynn long with many cousins and friends.
A special thanks to our family friend and Chris’ close friend Helen Lenthall, who was there...
Francis (Frank) Oliver Desveaux
May 20, 2025
Frank was born February 16, 1951 in New Waterford, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia
He was the son of Frances Olive Desveaux and Joseph Paul Desveaux, and was preceded in death by his parents and siblings Carl Deveaux, Geraldine Poirier, Iris Petras, Patricia Thompson, Paul Desveaux, Joanne Deveau & James Desveaux.
Frank lived in Stirling & Belleville Ontario and managed the Belleville branch...
Kathleen Anne Upton
May 19, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce the passing of Kathleen Anne Upton, known to many as Kathie or Kate. Kathleen passed away with her children by her side, on May 19th 2025, at the age of 67, after a brief battle with Ovarian Cancer.
Kathleen was a loving mother and will be missed by her children...
Joyce Agnes McNaughton (née Morrison)
May 18, 2025
With simple and steadfast faith, Joyce Agnes McNaughton (née Morrison) went peacefully to be with Jesus in the early morning of May 18, 2025, at the age of 93. As a loving wife, sweetest of mothers, cherished grandmother, and treasured friend, Joyce lived a life marked by grace, quiet strength, and deep compassion. She shared 64 years of marriage with...
Larry Gentle
May 17, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Larry Gentle, who died peacefully on his 75th birthday. A lifelong musician, devoted father and grandfather, and cherished friend, Larry’s presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Larry lived and breathed music. From his days at the Rock Shop, to time on the road spent performing and...
Moise Yong Malimeck
May 17, 2025
A beautiful soul is gone,
It is with immense pain that his family announces the departure of Moses, he was a friendly young man, very empathetic, respectful and a very good morality. He loved life and people. He doesn’t suffer anymore, From where he is, May he rest in peace
Elizabeth Noble Donaldson (nee McHardy)
May 16, 2025
Elizabeth Noble Donaldson (née McHardy), 89, passed on May 16, 2025. Loving wife to Malcolm; mother to Malcolm and his wife, Deborah, Elizabeth, and Alan; and sister-in-law to Jean Laing and James Grady. She will be lovingly remembered by her six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
She immigrated to Canada from Glasgow in 1960, two small children in tow, following her husband,...
André Olier St-Jean
May 15, 2025
André Olier St-Jean de Maxville, est décédé le 15 mai 2025, à l’Hopital Monfort, à l’âge de 84 ans. Il est précédé par ses parents Hugh St-Jean et Irène Bourgon. Il est précédé par sa sœur, Laurelle Gagnier (Percy Gagnier) , et son frère Jean-Marie St-Jean (Thérèse Fontaine). Il est aimé par son frère Claude St-Jean (Carol Labelle), sa sœur...
Giovanni Canesso
May 15, 2025
With sorrow we announce the passing of our dear Giovanni in his 92nd year. Predeceased by his devoted wife Maria. Beloved father of Silvia (Andre), Sandra (Emile) and Cathy. Most cherished Nonno of Mario, Daniela (Rosie), Giulia (Michaela), Paul, Carlo (Amanda). Mourning his loss is his brother Camillo and extended family and friends in Italy and Canada.
Funeral to take place...
John Robert Jarosz
May 15, 2025
Johnny "JOHN" Robert Jarosz
November 18, 1958 - May 15, 2025
John R Jarosz passed away peacefully on the morning of May 15 after a long battle with terminal Parkinson's Disease. John was surrounded by his most cherished daughter Justina Sansom, wife Patricia and a chosen life long friends, Larry and Marie Colero, Mark Prime and Bob Chapman.
Poppa is survived by his...
Nadine Doris Powell
May 14, 2025
No death announcement could fully convey the joie de vivre of Nadine “Nikki” Doris Powell née Warner. Nadine continued to make friends and care for others until the very end of her life. Nadine was born to Sally Waghorn in Montreal on July 25 1933, and was a “true Leo” in terms of her outgoingness and style. Nadine moved to Toronto,...
Bernadette Elizabeth D'Arcy
May 14, 2025
Bernadette passed away peacefully at Bridgepoint Palliative Care on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, with her family by her side at the age of 95.
Beloved mother of Kimberley, Hilary and her husband Hideo, and Adam and his wife Anne, adored Grandmother of Christopher, Megan, Sarah, and Johnathon and his wife Roxanne, great grandmother of Verona. Bernadette will be sadly missed by...
Cynthia Vroom
May 14, 2025
She was born as Zwantje Cynthia Vrolyk in Sarnia, Ontario, the oldest daughter of the late John and Henny Vrolyk. She grew up on the family farm and met the love of her life in youth group and married the late Henk Vroom on October 11, 1957. After a few years living in Sarnia they moved to Toronto. They were...
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