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Barrie, Mississauga, and Ottawa, Ontario.

Desmond Anthony Williams

Desmond Anthony Williams

Apr 21, 2025

In Loving Memory of Desmond Anthony Williams

Oct 13, 1950 - Apr 20, 2025

Our Beloved Father, Brother, Friend, Uncle & Grandfather.

It is with great sadness that we the family of Desmond Anthony Williams announce his sudden passing on April 20, 2025. 

He is survived by his family, his friends, his colleagues, and many more individuals who were blessed to have an encounter...

Phyllis Bernadette Bernie

Phyllis Bernadette Bernie

Apr 20, 2025

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Phyllis Bernadette Bernie (nee O'Malley) on April 20, 2025 at the age of 90 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Phyllis, a devout Jehovah's Witness was known and loved by many within her community, both in Ontario and in British Columbia where she lived from 1978 to 2007 before returning home to Ontario...

Laurence (Lance) Melville Savage

Laurence (Lance) Melville Savage

Apr 19, 2025

Laurence Melville Savage (Lance), passed away Saturday morning, April 19th, 2025, at the age of 58, after a brief battle with cancer.Lance was born on June 21st, 1966 in North Vancouver, B.C. where he spent his early years enjoying all that the great outdoors had to offer including hiking, biking and skiing. He was also very active in competitive swimming...

Adolf Paul Konrad Karlein

Adolf Paul Konrad Karlein

Apr 18, 2025

Passed away peacefully surrounded by love at Matthews House Hospice in Alliston, on Friday April 18th, 2025. Adolf Karlein in his 89th year, was born in Oberhausen, Germany, August 25th, 1936. The beloved father of Catherine Barrer of Barrie and the late Paul Karlein of Utopia. Cherished grandfather of Liam and Afton Barrer of Barrie. Loving partner of Marlina Vermeer...

Robert (AKA Bob) Joseph Villeneuve

Robert (AKA Bob) Joseph Villeneuve

Apr 17, 2025

Robert Joseph Villeneuve, affectionately known as Bob, was born on September 3, 1955, and has left us to join the great fishing waters beyond on April 17, 2025. A profound loss has been felt by many who were privileged to know him, and as we remember Bob, we celebrate a life that was filled with passion, camaraderie, and a generous...

Joyce Beatrice Crawford

Joyce Beatrice Crawford

Apr 17, 2025

Joyce Beatrice Crawford (née Bisson), beloved mother and grandmother, sadly left our world on April 17, 2025.

A life richly lived in service of others, with many shared adventures and cherished memories. Known for her culinary skills and colourful storytelling, her laughter could fill a room and will be deeply missed. Her sage advice and care for her family and community...

Aidan Barter

Aidan Barter

2025

With heavy hearts, we announce that our beloved Aidan left us far too soon on Thursday, April 17th, 2025 at the age of 24.

Aidan will be remembered for his good heart, quiet strength, and compassion for others. His kindness was effortless and sincere—always comforting a friend or helping someone in need. Even in his darkest moments, he gave light to...

Susan Marie Cartie

Susan Marie Cartie

Apr 16, 2025

Daughter of Lenora Noble and John Woolley.

Born September 5th, 1955 - passed away on April 16th, 2025 at the age of 69 years old at 6:30 am in the morning from stage four lung cancer and other health issues. She lived at 77 Main Street Terrace Long-term Care Home in Toronto, Ontario. 

Mother of Jason Robert Cartie and Ann Marie Cartie....

Rebecca (Katie) Rupke

Rebecca (Katie) Rupke

Apr 16, 2025

Rupke Rebecca (Katie) – Surrounded by her children at the Mill Creek Nursing Home in Barrie on Wednesday April 16, 2025 in her 97th year, Rebecca (Katie) Rupke passed through death’s door into eternal life. Beloved wife of the late Chris Rupke, dear mother of Patricia Smith and her husband Ton Lobert of Burlington, Ron and his wife Margaret of...

Brian Rea "Douglas" McMillan

Brian Rea "Douglas" McMillan

2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Brian Rea "Douglas" McMillan on April 16, 2025, at the age of 72 in Ottawa, after a long and courageous battle following surgery.

Doug, as he was known to many, was a proud lifelong resident of Ottawa. He will be deeply missed by his beloved wife, Carol (Adams) McMillan, and their children: Phil...

Gary William Cerswell

Gary William Cerswell

Apr 15, 2025

We are sad to announce the passing of Gary William Cerswell, at age 64, who peacefully left us on April 15,2025 at Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie. with his family by his side. 

Gary will be remembered by his mother Norma Cerswell of Barrie, and sister Faye Pasqualitto and brother-in-law Bruno Pasqualitto of Brampton and Uncle to Victoria Calvano (David Calvano)...

Charles (Klaas) Ferkranus

Charles (Klaas) Ferkranus

Apr 15, 2025

In Loving Memory of Charles (Klaas) Ferkranus

November 9, 1951 – April 15, 2025

With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well-lived, we announce the passing of Charles aka Chuck (Klaas) Ferkranus, a beloved father, grandfather, mentor, and friend, who departed this life on April 15, 2025 at the age of 73. He lived with purpose, compassion, and an unshakable...

Annabelle (Anna) Rose Delaney

Annabelle (Anna) Rose Delaney

Apr 14, 2025

Annabelle Rose Delaney (Anna), 81, passed away unexpectedly on April 14th, 2025. Anna was born to Frederick and Isobelle Delaney on September 28th, 1943, in Kingston, Ontario. Anna grew up in Gananoque, Ontario, and graduated from Regiopolis High School in Kingston. After graduating from the University of Ottawa, she began teaching physical education. Anna lived in the U.S. for a...

Shelly-Ann Betty Marentette (née Schoenfeldt)

Shelly-Ann Betty Marentette (née Schoenfeldt)

Apr 14, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Shelly-Ann Betty Marentette on April 14th, 2025, at the age of 65, a beloved wife, mother, sister and friend.

She is lovingly remembered by her husband, Jules “JR” Marentette, and her children: Matthew Harding (Crystal Harding), Stuart Harding, Virginia Marentette (Diego de la Barra), and Eric Marentette. Predeceased by her...

Panagiotis (Peter) Tourikis

Panagiotis (Peter) Tourikis

Apr 14, 2025

Panagiotis (Peter) Tourikis, born on January 20, 1940, in Korini (Domvrena) Thiva, Greece, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.

A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Panagiotis' life was defined by his unwavering generosity, deep kindness, and boundless love for his family. He is survived by his beloved wife Victoria; his children Falitsa (Chuck),...

Susan Diane Reed

Susan Diane Reed

Apr 14, 2025

With bittersweet feelings, we announce the passing of Susan Diane (Scheifley) Reed, our sister, aunt and friend, who, at the age of 83, found peace on the evening of April 14, 2025.

Susan was predeceased by her husband Andrew, and her brother Doug (MaryAnn) Scheifley. She is lovingly remembered by her sisters, Marian Miller, Jean Deshane, and Lorie (Derry) Armstrong and...

Evelyn Gould Reiter

Evelyn Gould Reiter

Apr 13, 2025

Evelyn passed on April 13, peacefully, comfortably, and in the company of her family.

From a humble start, her talents led her to a storied career as an opera singer, beginning in her teenage years and continuing into the 1960’s. Having won various competitions early on, and eventually a scholarship to the Juilliard School, in New York, she became a star...

Lorraine Marjorie Fagan (née Patenaude)

Lorraine Marjorie Fagan (née Patenaude)

Apr 13, 2025

Lorraine Marjorie Fagan (nee Patenaude) passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, at the Ruddy-Shenkman hospice on April 13, 2025, at the age of 85. She was predeceased by her partner Robert (Bob) Brophy, her parents Marjorie (Edwards) and Lawrence Patenaude and her sister Diane Brisbois.

She was a loving and supportive mother to her children, Brenda Taylor-Kluke (Lionel) and William...

Winnifred Grace Burchell

Winnifred Grace Burchell

Apr 13, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Winnifred Burchell, daughter of Clifton Maxwell and Annie Eileen, who passed peacefully surrounded by family in her 83rd year after a hard fought 5-year battle with cancer.

Winnifred was preceded in death by her loving husband, Bill of 61 years. Remembered as a loving and devoted mother to Marilyn, John...

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