Obituaries

Apr 12, 2025

Passed away peacefully at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at the age of 75. Longtime friend of Janice for 50 years, and beloved husband for 9 years; and predeceased by wife Barbara (2011) and infant son David. Loving father to Michael (Rachel McFarland); and stepchildren April Egan (Miguel Robinson), and Julie Haley (Jonathan). Cherished grandfather of Allyson,...

Mar 29, 2025

After a long hard battle with cancer, God called Bruno Santarossa peacefully on March 29, 2025 at the age of 78. His smile, humour and zest for life will be forever instilled in our hearts. Survived by his spouse, Maria Santarossa, and children Saverio, Dennis (partner Candice), and Grazia (spouse Boris). Loving Nonno to grandchildren Nicco, Joey, Sabrina, Alivia, Alec,...

Mar 27, 2025

Lawrence (Larry) Giroux

December 25, 1940 – March 27, 2025

Lawrence (Larry) Eugene Noel Giroux, age 84, passed away peacefully on March 27 at Hospice Simcoe surrounded by family. Born and raised in Windsor, Ontario, He moved to Barrie, Ontario, where he and his beloved wife, Elizabeth Giroux (née Donnelly), raised their family. Larry and Betty, built a life grounded in love,...

Mar 25, 2025

David passed away unexpectedly at the Collingwood General and Marine Hospital on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at the age of 71. Survived by his children Patrick, David, Scott, James, and Julian. No public visitation or service will be held. If so desired, memorial donations to a charity of choice would be appreciated.

Mar 17, 2025

Passed away unexpectedly at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Monday, March 17, 2025 at the age of 77. Beloved wife of Edward for 51 years. Loved mother of Christina Cuthbert (Sean) and Jennifer Kocun. Cherished grandmother to Kylie Devlin, Colin Devlin, Sophia Devlin, Ryan Cuthbert, and Rebecca Cuthbert. Visitation will be held at Legacy Funeral Home, 55 Cedar...

Mar 10, 2025

Mar 7, 2025

Paul Frederick Taylor passed away peacefully on Friday, March 7, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on January 22, 1949, Paul spent his life devoted to his children and grandchildren.

Loving father to Michael Taylor (Dr. Kristen Brown) and Andrea Taylor (Justin Fisher). Cherished grandfather of Zoey and Euan Taylor; and Ayla, Ashlyn, and Brielle Fisher. Predeceased by his parents...

Mar 6, 2025

MARGARET "MUGGS" JENKINS

 On Thursday, March 6, Muggs passed away peacefully at the age of 93 while listening to Louis Armstrong's "What a Wonderful World".

Hers was a life well-lived--a life filled with love, laughter, beer, sweets, and great times with family and friends. She was predeceased by her first husband, Coogan Wilson, with whom she shared 40 years. Muggs found love...

Mar 4, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce that Noni Joanne Lynn Cherry, 69, has passed away in the early hours of March 4th,2025 at Royal Victoria Hospital. She fought a long and brave battle against Cancer, passing surrounded by Family and Friends. Many thanks to CCRAN (Filomena), Sunnybrook team, and UHN trial team for support and treatment.

Noni was born...

Mar 3, 2025

Called home to his Lord and Saviour on Monday, March 3, 2025 at the age of 87. Born on November 23, 1937 to Henry and Kathleen Gilbert. Beloved husband of Carolyn (nee Deane) for 58 years. Much loved Dad to Michael and Jan (Barrie), Paul and Heather (South Holland, USA), Ross and Wiarda Joy (Kitchener), and predeceased by Nicole (2023)....

Mar 2, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert (Bob) Pamenter, a beloved father and cherished grandfather, who passed away at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on July 16, 1942, Robert led a life filled with love, laughter, and an unwavering commitment to his family. Predeceased...

Feb 27, 2025

Carlo Fedrigucci, a beloved entrepreneur and devoted family man, passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on April 26, 1942, in Quebec, Carlo lived a life rich in love, laughter, and delicious home-cooked meals that warmed the hearts of all who knew him.

His entrepreneurial journey began with a passion for providing quality services to...

Feb 26, 2025

Passed away in Toronto on Wednesday, February 26, 2025.

Feb 26, 2025

Mya Sasseville passed away in Toronto on Wednesday, February 26, 2025.  Beloved daughter of Jennifer Dicken (nee: Mauro) and the late Jerry (Dillan) Sasseville.  Loving granddaughter of Carolyn and Donald Knight and the Late Vito Mauro and partner of B. Menezes.  Dear niece of Mario Mauro, Erik Mauro and Devon Knight.  Leaving behind many friends and family.

Mya graduated from St....

Feb 19, 2025

Gordon Baker

July 29th, 1930 – February 19th, 2025

 It is with sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Gordon Baker, at Woods Park Care Centre in Barrie, Ontario, on February 19th, 2025. Gordon was in his 95th year. Gordon was born in the village of Mayfield in East Sussex, England and immigrated to Canada with his parents and younger brother...

Feb 19, 2025

Passed away at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at the age of 87. Beloved husband of the late Shirley (nee Allen). Loved father of Ted Pattenden (Vanie Del Mul), and Tanna Pattenden (late Scott Pilbeam). Grandfather to Michael and Mitchell (Laura) Pilbeam and special “grandfather” to Johnny. Dear brother to Ray (Lynda) Pattenden, Bill...

Feb 18, 2025

Dr. Walter Gordon Morris December 16, 1938 – February 18, 2025

On Tuesday February 18, 2025, in his 87th year, Walter (“Wally”) passed peacefully into the presence of his Lord and Saviour. Loving husband of Dorothy Margaret (nee Lloyd) for 57 years. Loving father of Kevin, Warren (Lenore), and Stephen (Adrianne). Proud Papa to Emily, Sarah (David), Laura, Melanie, Jacob, and...

Feb 7, 2025

Deborah Anne Townsend nee Britnell June 13th, 1950, in the city of Barrie. It is with profound sadness that we announce the very sudden passing of our Mum, Nana and Sister on February 7th 2025.

Debbie was a force to be recognized, a strong independent individual and compassionate woman.

She dedicated her life caring for the dying, elderly and people in need.

She...

Feb 4, 2025

In Loving Memory of James Woollett

James Woollett was born on August 29, 1943, to parents Norman and Jessie Woollett (both deceased). Although he loved to tell the charming tale of being born in the back of his parents' flower shop, James made his grand entrance into the world at Toronto Grace Hospital on Church Street, Toronto—a location fittingly nestled in...

Feb 1, 2025

It is with sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Mary Brown Tweedie Noonan (nee Chapman), at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie, Ontario, on February 1, 2025, at the age of 85. Mary was born in Scotland in 1939 and came to Canada with her husband and two young daughters in 1967. She will be remembered as...