Obituaries
Ross Edward Pattenden
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...
Dr. Walter Gordon Morris
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...
Deborah "Debbie" Townsend
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...
James Woollett
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...
Mary Brown Tweedie Noonan
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...
Cécile Lucienne Lachance
Feb 1, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of Cécile Lachance (née Levasseur) on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Victoria Village Long-Term Care in Barrie, at the age of 84.
Cécile was predeceased by her beloved husband, Clément Lachance of Kapuskasing. She is lovingly remembered by her children, Monique Bouchard (late Daniel), Yvan Lachance (Helen), Rachel Lachance-Jaureguizuria (Richard),...
Sheldon Allan Schleiffer
Jan 30, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Sheldon Schleiffer, on January 30, 2025 in his 71st year.
Shell was the beloved husband and best friend of Denise for 41 wonderful years. A devoted father to Michelle (James) and Stephanie (Ryan). He was a proud Pop to Jacob and Izzy. He was a loving brother to Rick...
Lyle Smith
Jan 30, 2025
Lyle Allan Smith,
Passed away peacefully at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at the age of 100 years and 6 months. He lived a life rich in love, commitment, and service, leaving behind an enduring legacy that will forever be cherished by those who knew him.
Lyle's journey began on the family farm, where he spent...
Gilbert van der Horden
Jan 30, 2025
van der Horden, Gilbert
May 19, 1943 - January 30, 2025
Promoted to Glory on Thursday, January 30, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Gilbert, beloved husband of Kathryn for 33 years. Survived by his children Ruth (Malcom), David (Linda), Laura (David), Eric, Christopher (Jennifer), Matthew (Janine), and Stephen (Katherine). Missed by his grandchildren Melissa (Scott), Diane, Michael, Peter, Ruby, Leila, Sarah, Caleb, Logan,...
Leonard Burke
Jan 30, 2025
Leonard Burke
June 1, 1932 ~ January 30. 2025
At Victoria Village Manor with family by his side, Leonard passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at the age of 92. Loved son of the late Ivan and Jessie Burke of Churchill. Cherished brother to Lois Burke of Barrie. At this time there will be no public visitation or services. A family...
Gerald "Jerry" Smeding
Jan 27, 2025
Jerry Smeding (1953-2025)
Death…..the Final Frontier, and so ends the voyage of Jerry (Gerald/Geert) Smeding. His 71-year mission: to explore new interests with passion, vigor, and enthusiasm; to seek out great community and even greater music; to boldly sing, loud and proud, wherever a willing ear was to be found.
Jerry passed away suddenly and peacefully at Stevenson Memorial Hospital on January...
Wayne Douglas Litster
Jan 21, 2025
At Woods Park Care Centre, Wayne went home to his Lord and Saviour on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at the age of 79.
He was born in Niagara Falls, Ontario, but spent most of his life in Simcoe County.
In his youth, Wayne was a good athlete in a variety of sports and liked to be very competitive.
Later, Wayne channelled his energies...
Kenneth Firth
Jan 20, 2025
It is with profound sadness that the family of Kenneth James Firth announces his passing in the loving presence of his wife and four children on January 20th, in his 86th year, after a brief illness.
Ken is survived by his wife and best friend, Saundra, of 65 years, and by his four children, Kimberley Firth (Miriam), Lesley Lebel (Marc), Meredith...
Debbie McMahon
Jan 16, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the loss of Debbie Joan McMahon (nee Nesdoly) on January 16, 2025. She passed away peacefully at home, in Barrie, Ontario with family by her side after complications with liver disease.
Debbie was born to Victor and Marion Nesdoly on July 8, 1959, in Drumhellar, Alberta. Before moving to Calgary, where she was...
Donald Grant Fleming
Jan 14, 2025
Donald Grant Fleming
May 23, 1937 – January 14, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and love that we announce the passing of Donald Grant Fleming, a husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, uncle, teacher, mentor, and friend, who passed away peacefully in his sleep at Hospice Simcoe on January 14th, 2025, at the age of 87. He was preceded in death by his...
Sally Jane Shearer
Jan 12, 2025
Sally Jane Shearer, 85, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025, surrounded by love and comfort. Sally is survived by her husband of 59 years, Doug Shearer; her son, Paul Shearer; her daughter, Patty Eagles and husband Darren Eagles; and her grandchildren, Kurtis and Kara and was valued by all who knew her. Sally was a woman of remarkable talent...
Ilda May Heaton
Jan 11, 2025
Ilda May Heaton
December 12th, 1931 – January 11th,2025
It is with great heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Ilda at the age of 93. Passed away peacefully at Grove Park Home, Barrie on Saturday January 11th,2025. She will be deeply missed by family and friends.
Ilda was born in Bracebridge to parents John (Jack) and Jessie Barrett (predeceased) Her father...
Tara King
Jan 10, 2025
After a lengthy illness, Tara passed away at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Friday, January 10, 2025 at the age of 47. Beloved daughter of Elizabeth A. King and Robert Joseph Jack King. Loving sister to Robert W. King and Lonny J. King; and sister-in-law to Carrie Lynn King and Cheryl Priddie. Cherished aunt to Brianna Nicole...
Alex Hosie Clark
Jan 9, 2025
Passed away suddenly at his home in Barrie on Sunday, January 9th, 2025 in his 79th year. Beloved husband of Janet (nee McMillan). Loving father of Lynn Bateman & her husband Jim of Barrie and Stuart & his wife Angie of Campbell River, BC. Dear grandfather of Jimmy Bateman also of Barrie and the late Josh Bateman. He was the...
Charlotte Saunders
Jan 5, 2025
With family by her side, Charlotte passed away at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie on Sunday, January 5, 2025 at the age of 86.
Charlotte was the cherished soulmate and beloved wife of Brian Marne Saunders. She was predeceased by her parents Helena Allport and Major Donald J. LeQuesne, MBE ED; and husband Hugh Bolduc.
Charlotte was the loving mother of Victoria (Leslie van...
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