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Barrie, Mississauga, and Ottawa, Ontario.

Joan Dehler

Joan Dehler

Jun 27, 2025

Mary JOAN Sylvia (née Ventura) Dehler completed her earthly journey at age 93, on June 27, 2025. She left her life and those who have loved her so dearly, peacefully, in her sleep.

Although Joan had attained an advanced age and her health had declined during the past months, her family members are deeply saddened by their great loss. According to...

Heleodore "Sonny" Laurent Rivard

Heleodore "Sonny" Laurent Rivard

Jun 27, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Heleodore "Sonny" Laurent Rivard, who died peacefully in Ottawa, Ontario, on Friday, June 27, 2025, at the age of 76, after a long-term illness.

Sonny was the beloved son of the late Lucien and Alvina Rivard. He was the loving brother of Jacqueline Couillard and Robert Rivard. He is survived...

Jeannine Paradis

Jeannine Paradis

Jun 26, 2025

C’est avec une profonde tristesse que nous annonçons le décès de Jeannine Paradis, née Cloutier, survenu paisiblement le 26 juin 2025 à Ottawa, à l’âge de 77 ans.

Jeannine laisse dans le deuil ses enfants bien-aimés, Nancy (Walter) et Martin (Véronique), ses précieux petits-enfants Jessica, Julie-Anne et Zoé, ainsi que ses frères Archie (Michèle), François, Maurice (Réjeanne) et Réjean (Lise), ses...

Leona Vera McLeod

Leona Vera McLeod

Jun 26, 2025

Wife of George Wellington McLeod (predeceased).

Fourth child of Harold and Elsie Webb (predeceased), sister to 10 siblings.

Loving Mother of Bruce, Wayne (predeceased), Ken (predeceased), and Donna (Gord).

Nana to Andrew, Ken, Katie, Dion, Chad, Alayna, and Ashley.

Grana to many great grandchildren.

Vera will be missed by her brother Bruce (Joyce), brother-in-laws Edwin (Doris-predeceased), George (Iris) and many nieces and nephews.

Calvin Arthur St. George Richards

Calvin Arthur St. George Richards

Jun 25, 2025

Calvin went home to be with the Lord on the evening of Wednesday June 25, 2025 in Barrie, Ontario, Canada. He was preceded in death by his wife Joyce (Wilson) Richards. He was 94 years old.

Calvin was born in Portland, Jamaica to (late) parents Theodore & Aneita Richards.

He is survived by his children (late) Karlene (Richards) Joans, Elaine Richards, Lorna...

Grace Pope

Grace Pope

Jun 25, 2025

At Cummer Lodge in North York on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, in her 103rd year. Loving mother of Bill (Suanne), Joseph and Suzanne, and devoted grandmother to Tomas and Lia. Predeceased by her husband, John. Grace will be remembered for her gentleness and spirit of gratitude, and for her lifelong love of music, dance and nature. 

A memorial service will be...

Bill Wozney

Bill Wozney

Jun 25, 2025

Wozney, Bill

Passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025 at Royal Victoria Regional Heath Centre in Barrie. Loving father and father– in–law of Ed Wozney and Laura Kielpinski, Annie Wozney and Darryl Fisher. Proud Grampa-Bill of Taryn, and Hayden. Dear brother and brother- in- law of Barbara and Mike Mansfield. He will be sadly missed by his nephews and niece. Predeceased...

Elizabeth (Elspeth) Anne Gelineau (nee Pentland)

Elizabeth (Elspeth) Anne Gelineau (nee Pentland)

Jun 24, 2025

It is with a broken heart that I inform you that mom has passed away at 95 years of age with her granddaughter Jessie and myself, Lise, by her side holding her hands. She was predeceased by her husband William (Bill) Gelineau to whom she was married for 64 of the most loving years two people could have.

Devoted mother to...

Debra (AKA Debbie) Lynne Stringer

Debra (AKA Debbie) Lynne Stringer

Jun 22, 2025

On June 22nd 2025 at the age of 69, Debra Lynne Stringer passed away peacefully in her home in the comfort of her bed with her loving cat Timmy by her side.

Debra lived her life with her heart on her sleeve, also empathetic and compassionate towards everyone.

She passionately enjoyed her Toronto Maple Leafs and Blue Jays, cheering them on and...

Donald Ross

Donald Ross

Jun 21, 2025

Donald Ross, 84, died peacefully on June 21, 2025 with his sisters at his side. Don resided in Ottawa, ON for many years and, since 2008 was a resident of the Perley Health Centre where he received extraordinary care.

Don was born on January 14, 1941 in St. John’s, NL. He is predeceased by his parents, Dorothy (Wiseman) and Alex Ross...

Marc Steven Behiels

Marc Steven Behiels

Jun 21, 2025

Despite a hard-fought battle, Marc Steven Behiels lost his war with cancer on 21 June 2025 in Ottawa, Ontario. He was a big, tender-hearted man who absolutely refused to quit fighting, intending to live as long as possible for his family and left us only because he had no choice. He will be missed forever.

He was born in Toronto and...

Glenda Lee Farrell Talon

Glenda Lee Farrell Talon

Jun 21, 2025

In loving memory of Glenda Lee Farrell Talon

January 6, 1961- June 21, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Glenda Lee Farrell Talon, who left us peacefully on June 21, 2025, at Simcoe Hospice in Barrie, Ontario.

Born into the loving Farrell family, Glenda brought warmth, wit, and unwavering love into the lives of all who knew...

Alice von Graevenitz

Alice von Graevenitz

Jun 20, 2025

Alice Helena Hamp was born March 29, 1936, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan to German-speaking immigrants from Poland. Her parents had immigrated just before the Great Depression, which brought a decade of unrelenting drought and dust to Saskatchewan. Her father Gustav was never out of work, however, and he eventually emerged as the owner of a small business, “Hamp’s Skate and Cycle”...

Myrna Padmore

Myrna Padmore

Jun 20, 2025

On June 20th, our family Matriarch took her journey home to be with her children, siblings, parents and other family members.

Myrna Juanetta Padmore, loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and nurturer to all will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her.

The family asks, in lieu of flowers please send donations to any major Cancer foundation.

Thank you in advance

Olive Anderson

Olive Anderson

Jun 20, 2025

Olive Anderson, beloved mother, grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025, at Cornwall Hospice, where her final days were spent surrounded by compassionate care. Born to Frederick and Fay Bonnett in London, England, on August 19, 1942, during the tumultuous years of World War II, Olive's early life unfolded against the backdrop of a city rebuilding itself....

Mary Susan Degrace

Mary Susan Degrace

Jun 19, 2025

Mary Susan Degrace, age 78, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2025. Born on November 2, 1946, Mary was a loving mother to four children: Michael, John, David, and Susan. She was also the proud grandmother of ten grandchildren: Samantha, Dorthy, Dale, Daniella, David, George, Devon, Mary, Joseph, Paul, and John.

Throughout her life, Mary exemplified generosity, love, and kindness, qualities...

Deana Marie Ginn

Deana Marie Ginn

Jun 19, 2025

It’s with broken hearts that the family shares the passing of Deana Ginn (née Leblond) of Ottawa/Osgoode, on June 19, 2025. Deana was born June 26, 1941 and passed away peacefully with her husband and daughters by her side just one week before her 84th birthday due to complications from pneumonia.

Beloved wife to Gary and mother to Tracy (Rob) and...

Agostino Oliver Bettencourt

Agostino Oliver Bettencourt

Jun 19, 2025

Agostino Bettencourt passed away on June 19, 2025, at the age of 65. He is survived by his sister Maria, brothers John, Joe, and Tony, nephews Clint and Ryan, and niece Justine. He will forever be missed by all those who knew him.Visitation for Agostino will take place at St. John's Dixie Crematorium (737 Dundas St E, Mississauga, ON L4Y...

Betty Irons

Betty Irons

Jun 18, 2025

Betty left us for peace and comfort on Wednesday, June 18th, 2025 at Kensington Hospice, Toronto after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by the love of family and friends. Predeceased by her husband Richard in 2003, brother Mark in 2012, and father John in 2020. Betty will be deeply missed and forever remembered with love and joy by her...

Laird Arthur Charles Evans

Laird Arthur Charles Evans

Jun 18, 2025

The family of Laird Evans, parents Lang(2000)and Joan(2009), siblings Rebecca (Manuel), Lang (Mary),Tom (Penny)and Morgan (Margaret) are sad to announce that he has made his final curtain call. Surrounded by his family and his beloved son Connor we said goodbye to a devoted father, and much loved son, brother, uncle, and teacher on June 18, 2025.

The family of Laird Evans...

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