Local obituaries for
Barrie, Mississauga, and Ottawa, Ontario.
Thomas George Taylor
Mar 27, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Thomas George Taylor on March 27, 2026, at 4:15 PM.
Thomas, affectionately known as Dad and Pappa T, was a loving father, grandfather, brother, and cherished friend. He treasured moments spent fishing, playing card games, and enjoying time with his grandchildren. A kind, wise, and strong-willed individual, he always put...
Anthony Cope
Mar 27, 2026
In Loving Memory of Anthony (Tony) Harold Cope
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Anthony Harold Cope on March 27, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He passed with his family by his side at the Dorothy Ley Hospice in Etobicoke, ON.
Born on November 8, 1957, in Toronto, Tony was the son of...
George Charles Newton
Mar 27, 2026
George Charles Newton passed away at The Alexander Muskoka Residence in Gravenhurst on Friday, March 27, at the age of 87, from congestive heart failure.
George is survived by his brother Ron Newton and his sons Randy Newton and Jeff Newton. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Dianna Newton; daughter, Cindy Newton; and brother, Jack Newton.
George enjoyed spending time with...
Thomas "Tom" Gordan Micks
Mar 27, 2026
Tom Micks, 73, left us unexpectedly on March 27, 2026.
Born in Barrie, Ontario on January 7, 1953, and raised in Minesing. Tom lived a life centered around family, friends, love, and the simple joys that meant the most to him.
He is lovingly remembered by his children:Aaron Micks (Tamsan Puley), Tricia Johnston (Greg Johnston), and Shannon Damstedt (Erik Damstedt). Tom was...
Gordon Arthur Fox
Mar 25, 2026
Predeceased by the love of his life and dance partner Suzanne (nee MacDonald). Typically, she was a bit late to pick him up for the party at the end, but he was surrounded by family while he waited and crossed to the other side on March 25, 2026.
Left behind to recount a lifetime of memories now of Dad and Mom...
George Dennis Springer
Mar 25, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. George Springer died peacefully on March 25, 2026 at the age of 91. He is lovingly remembered by his wife Barbara and deeply cherished by his daughter Penny (Carlos). He also is remembered by his sons Mike and Gary. George was...
David Allan Sutherland
Mar 24, 2026
In the late afternoon of Tuesday, March 24, 2026, David took his final breath, surrounded by his family, after a courageous battle with cancer.
David was the youngest child of five born to James Arthur and Olive Barbara (nee Colfe). Growing up predominately in Ottawa and Montreal, David always kept his parents and older siblings on their toes. His mischievous adventures...
Ihor Michael Steckowych
Mar 24, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Ihor at the age of 72. He suffered for a year and a half with cancer.He was a wonderful man who was known for his kindness and sense of humour. He worked more than 30 years as a forklift driver for Canada Post. In his retirement...
Garry Joseph Kuiack
Mar 24, 2026
Garry Joseph Kuiack of Carlsbad Springs Ontario,73, passed away peacefully on Tuesday March 24th, 2026 at St. Vincent hospital after a short battle with cancer. Born July 10th 1952 in Barry's Bay Ontario. He was the oldest son of Joseph Stanley Kuiack and Barbara Eva Kuiack (nee Stoppa).
He is survived by his 2 sons Jason (Erin) of Ottawa and Cory...
Keith Philip Jay
Mar 23, 2026
Keith Philip Jay, aged 38, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026, in Ottawa, after a brief and courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by the unwavering love and support of his parents, Joyce and Phil Jay, at the hospital at the time of his passing.
Born on March 26, 1987, Keith lived a life marked by dedication, compassion, and...
Clayton Patrick “Paddy” Warren
Mar 22, 2026
It is with deep sadness, yet with faith in God’s promise of eternal life, that we announce the passing of Clayton Patrick “Paddy” Warren, who passed away on March 22, 2026, at Royal Victoria Hospital at the age of 87.
Born on April 10, 1938, in Newfoundland, Clayton lived a full and dedicated life marked by service, discipline, compassion, and a...
Donald Bruce Armstrong
Mar 22, 2026
After a courageous battle with a short illness, it is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of Donald Bruce Armstrong, who died on March 22, 2026, at the age of 76.
Don will be forever remembered by his perfect partner and beloved wife of 54 years, Judy. He leaves behind his children Christopher "Bud" (Hilary), Sarah "Bean" (Jason), and...
John Stephen Keddy
Mar 22, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Stephen Keddy, on March 22, 2026. He is lovingly remembered by his beloved common-law partner Beverley. He is survived by his siblings Bruce Rolls, Lorraine Findlay, Mary Keddy, his children Michelle, Sean and his step-son Jonny. Grandchildren Jessica, Jack, Sadie, Aidan and Ethan and his extended family.
He was...
Bernard Ruest
Mar 21, 2026
Bernard Ruest passed away on Saturday, March 21 at the Perley Healthcare Centre.
Bernard (Ben) was born in N.B. then joined the Canadian Armed Forces in the medical corp where in ended his career after 35 years as instructor at the Defence Medical Centre and army Captain.
Bernard leaves his loving wife of 63 years, Edith Power of Atholville, NB; his two...
Lawrence Clarke
Mar 20, 2026
Lawrence William Clarke (Larry) of Ottawa, 87, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 20th, 2026, at the Ottawa Civic Hospital. Born January 31, 1939, in Kingston, Ontario, he was the son of Gerald Clarke and Marjorie (née Good), and older brother to Wayne. He had fond memories of growing up on the family farm in Gananoque, Ontario, and then moving...
Fanny Kovacs (née Micheff)
Mar 19, 2026
Fanny (Fani) Kovacs aged 94, passed away peacefully in Ottawa, Ontario, at Bruyère St. Vincent Hospital.
Fanny was born in Oschima (Trigonon), Northern Greece in the Western Macedonian region. In 1955, she made a new beginning in Toronto, where she married late Zoltan Kovacs and together raised their family.
Fanny’s love will live on in the hearts of her children—Leslie (Sylvia), John,...
Graham James Kent
Mar 19, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Graham James Kent from a heart attack on March 19, 2026, in Gatineau, Quebec. He was 58 years old.
Graham will be remembered with compassion and understanding, both for the challenges he faced and for the spirit he carried. His life mattered, and he was deeply loved.
He will be missed...
Denis Ranger
Mar 19, 2026
Of Rockland Ontario, passed away on Thursday March 19, 2026, at the age of 71. He had a difficult battle with COPD and emphysema and is finally at rest. He was born in Yukon and raised in British Colombia. He moved to Rockland in the 80's where he met his beloved wife of 41 years, Gisèle Ranger née Chartrand. He...
Larry Singer
Mar 19, 2026
It is with incredible sadness that we announce the passing of Larry Singer on March 19, 2026. Larry died suddenly, just shy of his 84th birthday, with his loving and devoted partner, Louise, by his side. Larry is survived by his sons, Blair and Grant, and his sister Alayna.
Larry was a deeply spiritual man with a strong belief system, integral...
Daniel Barkwell
Mar 17, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Daniel Barkwell, aged 67, on March 17, 2026, after a long and brave battle with Lewy Bodies Dementia.
Beloved husband of Kathryn, married for 45 years. Loving father of Sarah (Nick), and grandfather of Owen, Elliot, and Finlay. Lovingly remembered by his siblings Jane, and John (Michelle), as well as nieces and cousins....
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