Obituaries

Jan 1, 2022

Arthur Noah Lee King

1923 ~ 2022 (age 98)

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Arthur King at  Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie on March 1, 2022 at the age of 98. Beloved husband of Mildred nee Quan (deceased). Loving father of Douglas (Lisette), Gary (Carol Wright), Sandi...

Jan 1, 2022

Wilhelmus “Bill” Smits

Passed away suddenly at Simcoe Terrace, Barrie on Sunday, September 25, 2022 at the age of 79. Loving and devoted father of Martina (Steve). Predeceased by his parents Fonz and Martina, sisters Dina, Sjaan, Alfonsien, and brothers Antoon, and Laurens “Broer”. Survived by his siblings Tiny, Jet, and Henk. Bill will be forever loved...

Jan 1, 2022

CHAD EDWARD GEORGE WOODRUFF

It is with extreme sadness and broken hearts we share the sudden and tragic passing of Chad on October 6th, 2022 at the young age of 36.

Precious son to Judi & Mark Mitchell, Ann Woodruff and predeceased by his Father Randy Woodruff.  Adorned Grandson to Joyce Woodruff predeceased by George...

Jan 1, 2022

Taylor, Charles “Charlie” E. T.

Passed away at Victoria Village Manor, Barrie on Friday, July 1, 2022 at the age of 90. Beloved husband of Iris (nee Redman) for 67 years. Loved father of Vivian Taylor, and Michael Taylor (Vicki). Cherished grandfather to Shaun Thompson (Megan), Kevin Thompson (Michelle), Reese Taylor, and Brieh Taylor. Charlie will be...

Jan 1, 2022

Passed away on Tuesday, June 14, 2022, at home with family by his side at the age of 62. Beloved husband of Melanie  for 39 years. Loving father to Gareth (Kori), Alexander (Michelle), and Matthew. Loving grandfather of Jackson, Marek, Blakely, Callie, and Lily. Cherished son of Rendall and Marion Potter. Close brother to Steve (Mandy), Mark (Liz), Judith...

Jan 1, 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Daniel Jason Lazazzera on Monday May 30th 2022 at the age of 40.

He is survived by his parents Carolyn and Danny Lazazzera, his daughter Daniella Lazazzera, his four sisters, Tanya Marie Lazazzera, Melany Ferdman (husband Rob), Ann-Marie Loveland (husband Greg) and Dianna Lindeblom (husband...

Jan 1, 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dawn Marie Smith, of Barrie, ON.

She passed peacefully on Saturday, September 24, 2022, at the age of 76 years at her place of residence Grove Park Home. Loving mother of Trisha Smith-Evans and Meredith Smith (John Schweier). Devoted grandmother to Dylan and Nolan. Dear sister...

Jan 1, 2022

Debbie Cliffe (nee Zahra) October 13th 1960 - September 19th 2022. Predeceased by her loving husband David Cliffe of 26 years and by her parents, Daniel and Doris Zahra.

Sister to Diana Garvie, Grace DeBartolo and Raymond Zahra.

Loving Mother to Alan, Daniella, and Danny.

Grandmother to Alexis, Jackson, Talen, Jordan, Maci, Truly,...

Jan 1, 2022

Passed away at her home on Saturday, January 22, 2022 with family by her side, at the age of 66. Beloved wife and best friend of Robert for 50 years. Loving mother to Stephanie Smallwood (Mark), and Robert Burry. Cherished grandmother of Nathan and Taylor Smallwood, and Stephen Burry. Dear sister to Renata Brennan (Peter) and Christine Barker (Bill)....

Jan 1, 2022

Diane Dickson

Surrounded by her family, Diane passed away at home on Monday, April 11, 2022 at the age of 64. Beloved spouse of Diana Mason. Loved mother of Sarah Wiggins, Amanda Baysarowich (Mike), Ashley Hayzer (Derek), and Vanessa Dickson, loved by their father, Paul Dickson (Papa D). Cherished grandmother to Ethan, Jacob, and Madison Wiggins; Max,...

Jan 1, 2022

26-July -1952 – 2-September-2022

Donald (Don) William Abercrombie, 70, of Holland Landing, ON, passed away peacefully at home on September 2, 2022. Loving father to James (Cayley) and Paul (Sarah). Cherished grandfather of Maya, Garret, Elise, Virginia, and Quinn. Beloved son to Audrey (nee Bell) and predeceased by Jim. Don will be fondly remembered by his siblings...

Jan 1, 2022

On Father’s Day, Sunday June 19, 2022, Doug was unexpectedly called home to meet his Heavenly Father. He was no doubt welcomed with Jesus’ words “Well done, good and faithful servant”.

Doug was a dedicated husband to Yvonne of 64 years, and a proud father to: Gayla, Lori-Anne, and Debbie.  Much loved father-in-law to Tony Matos, Ken...

Jan 1, 2022

Esther (Essy) Elizabeth Bull (nee Boilard)

On Saturday, October 29, 2022, after a lengthy illness, Esther went Home to Jesus at the age of 48. Beloved wife of the late Barry. Loving daughter to Catherine Boilard (nee Arnott) and predeceased by her father Armand Boilard. Loved sister to Luc Boilard (Julie) and Christine Boilard. Aunt to Lindsay and Emily Boilard....

Jan 1, 2022

Eve Denise Degeer (nee Barnett)

Passed away at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Saturday, February 12, 2022 at the age of 79. Beloved wife of Roger for 59 years. Loving mother of Mark (Victoria), Ian (Aishling) and Craig (Tracy Rose). Cherished grandmother to Christine, Allison, Robert, Michael; Evelyn, Anna; Christian, Connor, and Cohen. Dear...

Jan 1, 2022

Francis “Frank” Albert Hargreaves, in his 88th year, peacefully left this earth on the 21st of August, 2022 with his loving wife Helen by his side holding his hand as they have done throughout their 64 years of marriage.  Take comfort in knowing that the final words spoken were by Helen, when she leaned in and whispered, “I love...

Jan 1, 2022

Frederick Robert Gillespie

Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Son, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, Nephew, Husband, and Friend.

It is with a heavy heart to announce the passing of Fred Gillespie. He passed away at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie on Monday, August 29th, 2022, at the age of 80. Loving father of Carl (Rose),...

Jan 1, 2022

Gail Patricia Corbett

(25-year employee of General Electric)

Passed away unexpectedly at her home on Friday, April 22, 2022, at the age of 78. Loving wife of James (“Ted”) Corbett and mother of Leslie Joy Corbett (Tim Robert Curry). Cherished grandmother to Lucas James Corbett and Logan Xavier Corbett. Survived by her sister Doreen Bradshaw...

Jan 1, 2022

Garland Brooks

Sunrise: August 2, 1993

Sunset: April 26, 2022

If you knew Garland, you knew that he had a passion for Christ. He spent most of his time ministering to others. It was his strongest desire to tell his testimony and the testimony of Jesus Christ. If you knew Garland, you would...

Jan 1, 2022

It is with great sadness that the family of Georgina Colleen Wiggins announce her passing at Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie on Thursday, April 14th, 2022 at the age of 88.

Always proud of her family and grandchildren, she loved to share in their accomplishments and celebrations. Georgina was an avid golfer, enjoyed curling and was a talented...

Jan 1, 2022

After a long health battle, and with family by his side, Gerry Heal at the age of 87 passed away at Leacock Care Centre, Orillia on Tuesday, June 7, 2022. Beloved husband of Sandra. Loved father to Cynthia Hotoyan (Roger), Peter Heal (Audra), and Rebecca Birmingham (Rob). Cherished grandfather of Taveet Hotoyan (Jess), Danial Hotoyan (Tara), Maegan Stevenson-Heal (Brian),...