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Barrie, Mississauga, and Ottawa, Ontario.

Michael Martin Albert

Michael Martin Albert

Sep 7, 2025

Michael Martin Albert passed away on September 7, 2025, in Ottawa after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 63 years old.

Born on February 4, 1962, in Kingston, Michael was the beloved son of Jane and George Albert. He was the devoted husband of Christine Valerie Smith and a loving father to his two daughters, Jennifer Lauren Albert and Miranda...

Denis Gauthier

Denis Gauthier

Sep 6, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family of Denis Gauthier announces his passing on September 6, 2025, at the age of 64.

Denis will be lovingly remembered by his family, including his mother, Madeleine Lapensee, daughter, Jennifer Lalonde (Stephane Lalonde); son, Marc Gauthier (Mikayla McAteer); Sister, Lynne Lanthier, nephew Jeremie Lanthier (Jessica Chatelain); and his beloved grandchildren: Annabelle Lalonde, Zachary...

Michael Oliver

Michael Oliver

Sep 6, 2025

We are heartbroken to share that Michael Oliver passed away on Sept 6, 2025. He fought a heroic battle against a rare disease and passed peacefully, surrounded by his family at Mississauga Hospital. Mike had a beautiful life, lived in service to his family, his work teams and his beloved Steelers and Leafs. He was born and raised in Scarborough,...

Mary Joan (Joan) Croft

Mary Joan (Joan) Croft

Sep 6, 2025

Mary Joan Croft, known to family and friends as Joan, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2025, at Owen Hill Community Care in Barrie, Ontario, following a lengthy illness. I would like to thank the loving and caring team of nurses and PSW at Owen Hill Community Care Centre.

Born in Timmins, Ontario, on May 16, 1937, Joan was the daughter...

Johan (John) Willem Loeff

Johan (John) Willem Loeff

Sep 5, 2025

Johan (John) Willem Loeff, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on September 5, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on October 19, 1943, in Arnhem, The Netherlands, John embraced life's challenges with unwavering determination and a heart full of love.

In 1969, John, along with his wife, made the decision to immigrate to Canada, seeking new...

Radka Nikolova

Radka Nikolova

Sep 5, 2025

Radka Georgieva Nikolova Born May 2, 1944 ~ Died Sep 5, 2025, age 81 Mother Milka Hristova, Father Georgi Hristov, Daughters: Krassi and Maria, Grandsons: Nikola and Eric

Funeral: Sep 10, 2025 10:30 am to 11:30 am St. John's Dixie Chapel at 737 Dundas St. East, Mississauga. Parking is available at the church parking lot, and guests can walk a short...

Michael James Newman "Jim"

Michael James Newman "Jim"

Sep 5, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael James Newman, affectionately known as Jim, on September 5, 2025.

Born in Corner Brook, Newfoundland, Jim later made Toronto, Ontario his home, where he met the love of his life, Fronie. Together, they shared a beautiful 46-year marriage and built a loving family with their three children.

Jim was a...

Doreen Whitton (nee Hepburn)

Doreen Whitton (nee Hepburn)

Sep 4, 2025

Surrounded by family Doreen Whitton (nee Hepburn) passed away peacefully on September 4, 2025, at Fairview Lodge at 87 years of age.

Loving mother of Joanne and her husband Keith Wright. Adored Nana of Kayla (Daynen), Fiona and Liam. Doreen is predeceased by her beloved daughter Janice, to whom she shared a special bond. Dear sister of Maureen and James Nicoll,...

Karin Helga Barthel

Karin Helga Barthel

Sep 4, 2025

Karin Helga Barthel (née Schneider) 1942 – 2025

Karin Helga Barthel, born November 21,1942, in Targu Mures, Hungary, passed away peacefully on September 4th, 2025, leaving behind a life defined by love, family, and resilience.

Karin’s early years were shaped by the Second World War. After losing her father, she journeyed with her mother, Katharina Martini (née Scherlinger), and sister Sigrun Schneider...

Alan Gray

Alan Gray

Sep 4, 2025

Passed away peacefully at home in Mississauga, Ontario, on September 4th, 2025 at the age of 89. Loving husband of Jeanette (Murison). Amazing father of Andrew, Aileen and Alison. Fun loving Grandpa of Emma, Nate, Roswell, Newton, Connor and Ewan. Brother of Ian, brother-in-law of Gladys Williams and uncle of Alastair and Anna.

Alan was born in 1936 in the Oatlands...

David Harvey

David Harvey

Sep 4, 2025

It is with broken hearts we share that Dave passed away in Toronto on September 4th, 2025.

As many of you know, he lived a rich and full life, guided by his many passions and interests. He was a Professor, Department Chair and Diving Coach at Ryerson University (TMU) for over 30 years, and even after retirement, volunteered with the Canadian...

Frances Elinor Sharp

Frances Elinor Sharp

Sep 3, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Frances Elinor Sharp (nee Arber) in her 85th year. She passed away quietly at Fountain View Care Community on September 3, 2025, with her son and daughter in-law by her side.

Frances will be missed forever by her children, Doug (Barb), Catherine (John) and Suzanne. Lovingly remembered...

Rochelle Mulholland (formerly Boland)

Rochelle Mulholland (formerly Boland)

Sep 2, 2025

Rochelle Mulholland passed away at the Winchester District Memorial Hospital on September 2, 2025, at the age of 89 years. Although peaceful at the very end, she fought fiercely up to that point, as was her nature.

Rochelle was predeceased by her parents, Fred and Fabiola Brown of Espanola, Ontario; her former husband, Tom Boland of Kirkland Lake; her husband, Geoff...

Carmen Aubin

Carmen Aubin

Sep 1, 2025

When your loved one becomes a memory, every moment becomes a treasure…

Carmen Aubin of Gatineau, QC, formerly from Martintown, ON, passed away on September 1st, 2025 at the age of 84 after a brief and unexpected illness. She is survived by her children, Corinna Kealey (Jacques), Todd Kealey (Patty), Sean Kealey (Marie-Josée) and Jason Kealey (Catherine).

Preceded in death by her...

Richard MacDonald

Richard MacDonald

Sep 1, 2025

At the age of 88 in Ottawa at the Perley Health.

Predeceased by his sweetheart Jeanne, his parents Ronald and Jeanne, his brother Mike.

Survived by his brother Roy, his children Janet, Ken, Ron and Rick. 11 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.

A multitalented self-taught musician, dance teacher and artist.

Last member of the Schefferville band Capellas

Please consider donations to the Perley Health.

Robert Ranson

Robert Ranson

Sep 1, 2025

Brigadier General (Retired) Robert Harley Ranson 

March 26, 1941 – September 1, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Brigadier General (Retired) Robert Harley Ranson, age 84, of Oakville, Ontario. Harley passed away peacefully on September 1, 2025, following a brief battle with pneumonia, with his daughter Pamela by his side.

Born in Tisdale, Saskatchewan, Harley was raised...

Andrew Mearns

Andrew Mearns

2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father, Andy Mearns, on Monday, September 1, 2025 at North York General Hospital.

Dad will be deeply missed and forever loved by his four children, Kim (predeceased Jim), Stephen (Joanne), Andrena (Ted), Karen (Rod). A proud Granda/Grandpa to Delena (Mark), Mark, Anthoni, Andrew (Hope), Stephen (Christine), Danielle, William, Michael,...

Michael Lewis Bene

Michael Lewis Bene

Sep 1, 2025

In Loving Memory of Michael Lewis Bene

December 8, 1970 – September 1, 2025

Michael Lewis Bene, lovingly known as Mr. Bene, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2025, at the age of 54, after a courageous battle with cancer. Surrounded by love at the Dorothy Ley Hospice in Etobicoke, ON, he left this world as he lived — with grace, purpose,...

Eleanor Elizabeth Gray

Eleanor Elizabeth Gray

Aug 29, 2025

Eleanor Elizabeth Gray, 75, passed away comfortably on August 29th, 2025, surrounded by loved ones, to join her beloved Bryan on one final adventure. Born on February 1st, 1950, in Ottawa ON, Eleanor had an extraordinary gift for nurturing deep, lasting connections with those around her.

Nor was an unstoppable force, so full of life, with the greatest smile and an...

Patricia "Patsy" Sabourin (nee LeBlanc)

Patricia "Patsy" Sabourin (nee LeBlanc)

Aug 28, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Patricia “Patsy” Sabourin (nee LeBlanc) on August 28, 2025. Patsy is survived by her beloved husband Gerald, who was the love of her life, and her much-adored children Darlene (Bruce) and Michael.

Patsy was a treasured sister to Ken (Zita) and a cherished aunt to many nieces and nephews....

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