Obituaries

Feb 14, 2024

Irene Lafreniere (née Lincez), passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at the age of 78 in Barrie, Ontario. She was born on October 9, 1945, in Kapuskasing Ontario. Irene’s passing was peaceful, with her daughter, Kalina Cook, by her side. Kalina’s love and support provided her comfort. She will forever be remembered for her kindness and deep love for her...

Feb 14, 2024

Passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie after a courageous fight with cancer at the age of 62. Cherished son of Antonina Sotera. Loved brother of Maria Sotera, and Tony Sotera (Theresa). Dear uncle of Matthew Sotera. Family and friends will be received at Legacy Funeral Home, 55 Cedar Pointe Drive, Barrie, (Parking and entrance on...

Feb 13, 2024

Winters, William ‘Bill’

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Bill Winters on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at Matthews House Hospice, Alliston. After a brave 3 year battle with cancer, Bill went home to be with his Lord and Saviour at the age of 57. Beloved husband of Kim (nee McEvoy) for 38 years. Cherished father of...

Feb 10, 2024

If so desired, memorial donations to Christ Embassy would be appreciated.

Feb 9, 2024

In Loving Memory of ....

Jack Robert Hamilton             (Son/ Husband/ Father/ Brother/ Uncle)                    (1972 – 2024)                 ♥ 

 

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Jack Hamilton on Friday, February 9, 2024. Jack was the loving husband of Jennifer Jones, the beloved son of...

Feb 8, 2024

Feb 8, 2024

Passed away at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie with family by her side on Thursday, February 8, 2024, at the age of 42. Beloved wife of Keith Lines. Cherished mother to Viktoria-Ann Shirk; and loved by Carley and Lucas Lines. Loving daughter to Carolyn Muir. Dearest friend to Lindsey Parken, Pauline Klimek, Barbara Legace, Jennifer McLean, Jesse Morton-Boehme, and many more; and her...

Feb 7, 2024

Scott Alfred Blackburn 
Nov 16, 1963 - February 7th, 2024 It is with broken hearts filled with sadness that we share of the sudden and shocking passing of Scott Alfred Blackburn. 
Scott passed away in Puerto Maldonado Peru at the age of 60. 
He is now home with his Lord and Saviour, and in the arms of his daughter Tatiana. 
Adored...

Feb 7, 2024

Sadly, we announce the death of our father, Blair Tuckett who died two days before his 86th birthday. Dad has struggled the past couple of years with health issues that denied him the independence and opportunities that he had hoped he could continue to participate in. 

Dad outlived the love of his life, our mother Barbara who died almost 12 years...

Feb 7, 2024

Garry Lambright; beloved husband to Naomi, loving father to Elycia, Arianna, and Matthew, and a menagerie of pets, four birds, four cats, and two dogs. Dear brother of Bonnie (Uri) Habicht. 

Born in Welland attending Welland Centennial Secondary School and grew up in the Niagara region. 

He graduated BScHon Urban and Environmental Studies and Geography at Brock University and Municipal Planning and...

Feb 7, 2024

Noel, Elizabeth “Betty” (nee Marsh)

Betty passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at the age of 93 at Coleman Care Centre with her family, who were always her priority, by her side.

Beloved wife of Mathurin for 73 years. Much loved mother of Randy (Lynn), Brian, and Charmaine. “Aunt Betty” will be missed by her niece Pam (Colin Spiers), and...

Feb 7, 2024

Daniel Yousof (Danny) passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family at home on February 7, 2024, after a heroic battle with cancer.

Dan was born in Barrie, Ontario on October 5, 1981. Dan was a powerful, loving, brilliant man who lived his life to the fullest and put his all into everything he did. Dan was quick to help those he...

Feb 7, 2024

Passed away at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at the age of 50. Beloved wife of Jesmond Cassar for 30 years. Cherished mother to Mackenzie and Aidan. Loved daughter of Vanna Sacco and the late George Sacco. Dear sister to Lea-Jane Sacco and George Sacco. Rachel will be forever loved and remembered by many...

Feb 2, 2024

    ×It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of our mother and grandmother, Jane Payne, peacefully at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie on February 2nd, 2024, in her 71st year.

Loving mother to Kirsten (Brent), Jodi (Don) and Gramma to Leland, Corbin, Patrick, Kolby. Predeceased by parents William and Estelle Dimaline as well as two older brothers and five loving sisters. She...

Jan 27, 2024

Steve passed away suddenly on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at the age of 73. Beloved husband of Marlene (nee Armstrong) for 48 years. Loved father to Angela O’Ryan (Chris) and Damon Wheeler (Kristin). Cherished grandfather to Callah and Maeven O’Ryan; and Harrison and Henley Wheeler. Predeceased by his parents Earl and Helen Wheeler. Dear brother to Rodney Wheeler (Aurea) and...

Jan 26, 2024

Philip George Bell, a man of faith and love for his family, passed on Jan 26, 2024, from complications due to advanced dementia.

He was a remarkable man in many ways, accomplished in most practical trades, a skilled outdoorsman, and had a distinguished sales career which took him to many parts of the world. Phil was often touched by those in...

Jan 19, 2024

Paul, a man full of faith, power, and the love of Jesus stepped into Glory. A man of integrity, strength, and vision led hundreds into a deeper walk with our Lord and Saviour. A man of prayer and passion who preaches the Word of God with great joy and without compromise.

Paul’s love burns deeply in his wife and best friend,...

Jan 18, 2024

Gary passed away peacefully, at the age of 80, surrounded by his children: Michelle Felix (Matt), Heather Roseblade (Ed Skrt), Scott Roseblade (Adrianna) and his grandchildren: Taylor (Keith), Colton (Nicole), Olivia, Nathan, Elyssia and Sierra Roseblade.  Gary will be sadly missed by his sister Gail Ryman (predeceased Vic Ryman), sister-in law Nancy Hope (predeceased brother Bruce Roseblade) along with all...

Jan 15, 2024

Karl Arthur Betteridge (Art)

January 29, 1937-January 15, 2024 

~A life well lived is a tribute to all~ 

Art was born one of twins in Kirkland Lake Ontario. He also had 2 older brothers. He grew up with a love of nature, fishing and with a keen eye for building, inventing and fixing mechanical objects. He was introduced to the building industry by...

Jan 14, 2024

Steven ‘Stevie Ray’ Paul Britton

January 14, 2024

 

Stevie Ray passed away in his sleep on Sunday morning at the age of 57. He will be missed and never forgotten by his family and friends.

 

Raise your glasses at 3pm on Saturday January 20th for a united ‘Cheers’ in honour of Steve!