Obituaries

Jan 1, 2022

Tony Edward Pearson

Passed away at home on Thursday, May 26, 2022, at the age of 59, four days after his beloved wife Kelly of 40 years. Cherished father of Stephanie (Kristina) and Chad. Loving grandfather to Camille and Carissa. Loved son of Grace. Dear brother to Connie (Brian). A Celebration of Tony’s life will be held...

Jan 1, 2022

William “Will” Louis Samuels

Surrounded by family, Will passed away at home on Sunday, February 27, 2022 at the age of 54. Beloved husband of Mary. Loving father to Evan, Erik (Ashley), Neilena, Liam; and Papa to Slater. Dear brother of Tom (Fay), and uncle to April. Son-in-law of Brian and Linda; brother-in-law to Stan (Julie), Krystal...

Jan 1, 2022

Passed away at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Sunday, August 14, 2022 at the age of 81. Beloved husband of Cecelia for 57 years. Loved father to the late Donovan, Wayne (Judith), Karlene Lawrence (Damian), Dane, Lance (Simone), Maurice (Rochelle), Tanisha, and Christopher. Cherished grandfather of Kyle, Dejon, Danyelle, Damon, Kereece, Kyeron, Romane, Kimberly, Khalil, Kalyssa, Gabriel,...

Mar 6, 2021

In his 94th year, Gary Batz passed away peacefully at his home of Amica Little Lake retirement residence in Barrie, Ontario on March 6, 2021.

Beloved husband to Ruth of Barrie, his wife of over 70 years, and much loved dad of Harold Batz (Margaret) of Edmonton, Patricia Roebuck (Jim) of Barrie and Kathy Batz; devoted Opa...

Jan 1, 2021

Angie (Angela) Bennett, age 59, passed away on November 12th, 2021 after her courageous battle with cancer.

Angie was born in Toronto where she grew up as one of eight children to Antoinetta Iannetta. Angie moved around to various places in Toronto throughout her life, until she and her husband Blaine moved to Barrie to purchase their...

Jan 1, 2021

It is with very heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of Anita Marie Sheppard on Sunday, October 3, 2021 in her 75th year. Predeceased by parents Laura (Rousseau) and Maurice Jasmin, as well as siblings Robert, Raymond, Irene, Diane, and Lorraine. Lovingly survived by her husband Brendan Sheppard, and daughters Christine, Sophie, and Laura (Tim). 'Gam gam'...

Jan 1, 2021

Barbara Anne Lindsay (nee Davidson)

May 1, 1940 - November 10, 2021 (81)

Barbara passed peacefully at the Royal Victoria Hospital with family by her side.

Barbara had a way of connecting and touching peoples lives everywhere she went, it really didn’t matter where she was. She loved musicals and old movies. Barbara...

Jan 1, 2021

BARBARA JOAN FRITH

December 13 1954 – April 16 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Barbara Joan Frith (nee Hutchinson) on April 16th, 2021 after a courageous battle with Breast Cancer. Barb was surrounded by love in the comforts of her own home with her family...

Jan 1, 2021

Passed away on Sunday, January 31, 2021 at Roberta Place, Barrie in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Antoni W. Hering (2007). Loved mother of Jon Hering (Carolin Green), and Pauline Hering (Jeff Kearney). Cherished grandmother to Paul Kearney, Chloe Hering, and Tyler Hering. Predeceased by her sisters Audrey Boden, Gladys Armitage, and Ivy Colley. Brenda will...

Jan 1, 2021

It is with broken hearts that we share the passing of Brianna Cecilia Deck. She was ferocious warrior, a devoted, loving Mom and a caring daughter and sister. Those who knew her valued her loyalty, her zest for life and her generous soul. Life will not be the same without her.

Forever missed by her parents, Gordon...

Jan 1, 2021

Passed away peacefully at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie, on Monday, August 23, 2021. Carl Graham in his 90th year was the beloved husband of the late Gloria May Graham (2018). Loving father of Glen, Marilyn McDonald (Jim) and Scott (Gloria Moore). Cherished grandfather of Ashley Goushian (John), Derek McDonald (Katie), Mikyla, Cailin, Ethan (Taverly), Taylor, and the late Mark McDonald....

Jan 1, 2021

It is with a great sadness that we announce the passing of Carmelo Colangelo. On September 15th, 2021 at 2:30am, Carmelo died with his wife and children by his side while Elvis sang him into the afterlife.

Carmelo leaves behind his wife Tracy. They were married for 34+ years, spending every day together, building the foundation of...

Jan 1, 2021

Passed away at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Friday, July 9, 2021 at the age of 85. A visitation will be held at LEGACY FUNERAL HOME 55 Cedar Pointe Drive, Barrie on Sunday, July 11, 2021 from 5 - 7 p.m. Memorial donations to a charity of choice would be appreciated.

Jan 1, 2021

David (Reggie) Collingbourne

May 12, 1961 – September 9, 2021

David passed away peacefully, at home, on Thursday, Sept. 9, 2021, in London, Ontario.

He is survived by his wife Jeanette, his parents, Mary Anne and Ronald Francis, beloved father of Aaron Troy and Danielle Marie, his 2 brothers Ronald Gerard (Sue) and...

Jan 1, 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce that we have lost another member of our family. Deborah Louise Kennedy passed away on July 28, 2021 in her 55th year at the Hospice Simcoe in Barrie. Debbie was the Daughter of Dale (Crandon) and her Husband, Brian Jones. Debbie is survived by her Partner, Rob Gow of Barrie, her...

Jan 1, 2021

Deborah “Debbie” Anne (Taylor) Cropley

April 3 1959 Barrie ON - Wed Oct 27 2021 Strathroy ON

After almost 8 months since Debbie has passed, we will celebrate our wonderful daughter, sister, wife & mom, aunt, cousin, friend!   Saturday, June 11th 2022 drop in from 1-4pm at Nikki’s home in Springwater ON. We are hoping...

Jan 1, 2021

Passed away Saturday, November 13, 2021 at the age of 50. Beloved spouse of Karey Price. Cherished father of Zoe Miller and Teagan Price, grandfather to Tahlia and Tatiana Garcia. Loved son of Tamara Wease (Claudio Costantini) and the late Charles Wease. Dear brother to Lara Wease (Christian Perkins) and Daniel Wease. A virtual service will be held on...

Jan 1, 2021

DESROSIERS, Diane “Mum, Babe, Gammie”

After a profoundly long & courageous fight at home, on Friday, October 29, 2021 in her 62nd year of life we said see you soon to the pillar that held our family together. Beloved wife & partner of Gilles Desrosiers. Doting mother of Tracy (Sean), Ottawa, Steven, Chantal (Lonnie), Luc of Barrie...

Jan 1, 2021

Passed away at Grove Park Home, Barrie on Thursday, September 16, 2021 at the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late William Herrington, and the late Burt Prout. Cherished mother of David Prout, Stephen (Grace) Prout, and Joanna Herrington. Flo will be loved and remembered by her grandchildren Erica Prout; Jessica Jack, Matthew Jack, William Jack and their...

Jan 1, 2021

Passed away at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Monday, July 5, 2021, at the age of 73. Loved father to Todd (Jen) and Tara (Jay McGee) and their mother Sheila (Lloyd Power). Cherished grandfather of Liam, Ethan, Adeline; and step-grandfather to Lauren and Brooklyn McGee. Dear brother of Ann Morgan and family of Ireland. Harry will be...