Local obituaries for
Barrie, Mississauga, and Ottawa, Ontario.
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....
Robert "Leo" Papez
May 20, 2025
Died suddenly in Ottawa, Ontario at the age of 54. He is predeceased by his parents Anton and Elfreda Papez and survived by his sister Helena Shelton (nee Papez) and his children, Xavier and Eowyn.
Robert studied the masters in Florence Italy and is a graduate of the Ontario College of Art. He was a gifted artist who inherited his dad’s...
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...
Beatrice Maria Dumbreck
May 18, 2025
Beatrice Maria Dumbreck born on October 26, 1941, in Glasgow, Scotland, passed away suddenly from lung Cancer on May 18, 2025, at the Cornwall Community Hospital, while holding her best friends hand, Sandra Fortier.
Beatrice was predeceased by her beloved husband William “Bill” Dumbreck; her cherished son, Ross Dumbreck, her brother John and her sister Loretta. She leaves behind her loving...
Winifred June Scarlett (nee Goddard)
May 18, 2025
June passed away in Ottawa at the age of 94. She leaves her son John, her daughter Julia and her grandson Joshua. She will be missed by her sister Margaret Norman who is living in England.
When June arrived in Canada from England, she opened a preschool. Women typically did not start their own businesses in the 60’s.
June's artistic side found...
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...
Jason Kenneth Cairncross
May 14, 2025
Jason's Song of Life
Jason started life on May 26, 1977, born on the slopes of Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africa. When he and his mother arrived in Toronto, Canada a year later to join the rest of the family, his grandmother took him under her wing becoming his guide, protector, teacher and firm friend. He was soon part of the community...
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...
Dragana Susic
May 14, 2025
Dragana SusicSeptember 15, 1947 – May 14, 2025Mississauga, Ontario
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Dragana Susic, who left us peacefully on May 14, 2025, at her home in Mississauga after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 77 years old and surrounded by her loved ones.
Beloved wife of the late Bozidar Susic and cherished daughter of late Milica...
Allan Neil MacLeod
May 13, 2025
It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Allan “Mac” Neil MacLeod. Allan passed peacefully on May 13, 2025, surrounded by family, at the age of 85.
Born in Sydney, Nova Scotia, on September 1, 1939, Allan lived a life rooted in service, compassion, and quiet strength. He joined the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) at...
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