Obituaries

Jan 2, 2022

It is with great sadness and heartbreak we announce the passing of Adriana (Riri) Chiocchetti nee Simicich, at the age of 77, on January 2, 2022.  She passed peacefully, and is now with her husband, Mario Chiocchetti for eternity. She will be dearly missed by everyone who knew her and remembered by her loving family. Loving sister of Alviana...

Dec 31, 2021

M. Roberta Jean (Black) Spence

Passed away peacefully in her 101st year on December 31, 2021, in Barrie, at Bob Rumball Home for the Deaf. She was the last remaining child of the late Ellwood and Elizabeth Black, she was predeceased by her brother Rev. Wm E. Black and sisters Frances...

Dec 26, 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Silvia Cholfe (née Continenza) at the age of 92. She passed away on Sunday December 26, 2021, at Woods Park Care Centre in Barrie, Ontario. She was the beloved wife of Angelo. Loving and cherished Mother of Anthony (Judith), Frank, and Nicholas (Dalisa). Nonna to Jason (Sarah),...

Dec 6, 2021

“Those we love don’t go away; they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed & very dear.”

Suddenly on December 6, 2021 we announce the passing of Laurence Bailey at the age of 59.

Dear son of Jean Bailey and predeceased by...

Dec 5, 2021

It is with profound sadness that the family of Robert (Bob) Ross announce his passing at Hospice Simcoe in Barrie, Ontario in his 77th year.

Bob was born in Campbellton, New Brunswick to John and Virginia Ross (nee Kenney), youngest brother to John Ross and sister Ann Goris.  Predeceased by the love of his life Laura Ross....

Nov 29, 2021

Sheila Mary Boyd passed away peacefully at Hospice Simcoe, surrounded by family, on November 29th, 2021. Beloved wife of Les Boyd. Much loved mother of Gerry (Lindsay), Chance (Mike). Devoted Grandma to Hadley. Survived by her parents, Helen and Harry, and sisters, Joanne (Mike), Jane (Dan). Special thanks to the staff at Hospice Simcoe who took amazing care of...

Nov 29, 2021

Our beloved Ann passed peacefully at the age of 62 after living with cancer for two years, surrounded by the warmth and love she endlessly deserved. Ann took each day of her illness in stride, with positivity and grace, greeting each new day with a laugh and a smile.

Cherished daughter of John Dunbar (predeceased)...

Nov 28, 2021

It was with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Colleen, on Sunday, November 28th, 2021 at the age of 50. Beloved spouse of Randy Brideau. Loving step-mother of Madilyn Brideau. Cherished sister of Carol Murray and Cathy Murray.  Treasured best friend of Kim Prain. Dearly loved by her second mother Bonnie. Cremation has taken place. There will be...

Nov 26, 2021

COURNEYEA, Margaret Elaine (née Lloyd) - Passed away peacefully at Roberta Place Long Term Care in Barrie Ontario, on November 26, 2021 at the age of 84 after a courageous battle with dementia. Margaret was the beloved wife of the late Wilfred Courneyea. Mother of Michael Courneyea and LeeAnne Hanchett. Loved by her Grandchildren Ethan and Shunelle Courneyea. Sister...

Nov 24, 2021

MOORE, Francesca (Fran) (25 year volunteer at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Long time member at St. Peter’s Anglican Church, Churchill) – Passed away suddenly at her home in Lefroy on Wednesday, November 24, 2021 in her 68th year. Loving mother of Chris Moore and his wife Marcia and step-mother of Trionne Moore (Mohssen Pak). Dear grandmother of...

Nov 24, 2021

On November 24, 2021 at the age of 82, Augusto Pinheiro Ferreira passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family. Augusto is the beloved husband of Maria Augusta Ferreira. The loving father to son Donald Ferreira (Debbie Ferreira) and daughter Virginia/Gina Santos (Antonio Santos). The grandfather of Zara, Bella, Jason, Jonathon, Timothy, Cody, Kyle, and the great-grandfather of Logan...

Nov 12, 2021

Private family arrangements.

Nov 10, 2021

A visitation will be held at Innisfil Funeral Home, 7910 Yonge Street (Stroud) on Wednesday, November 17, 2021, from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Please note that due to current restrictions attendance will be limited.

Nov 9, 2021

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Elsie Mary Josephine Edwards (Wardrope) of Barrie, ONT, on Tuesday November 9, 2021 at the age of 84 years. Loving wife of Garry Edwards and mother of Charlene Stapleton (Terry) and Danny Edwards (Melissa). She was the proud grandmother of 5 grandchildren, Trevor (Jessica), Kyle, Ryan (Jessica), Emily and...

Nov 7, 2021

It is with great sadness that our family announces the peaceful passing of Ron Hazelwood on Sunday, November 7th, 2021 at Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie, Ontario at the age of 75. Ron is survived by his loving wife of 54 years Dawn, son Lee, daughter Rhonda, grandchildren Rebecca, Jordan, Bryce, Cassady, and Alexander, five brothers Bill, Rick, Miles,...

Nov 6, 2021

COOPER, Constance Mary Aileen – It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Constance, on Saturday, November 6, 2021, at the age of 58. Will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by her special friend and caregiver Vince Mallozzi. Cherished mother of Matthew Cooper and Isaac Cooper. Loving sister of John Cooper (Monique), Aurelle Cooper,...

Oct 31, 2021

SMITH, Barry John – Passed away peacefully at Royal Victoria Hospital on Sunday, October 31st, 2021, after a courageous battle with cancer, at the age of 75. Beloved husband of Christine. Loving father of Samantha (Daniel), Gareth (Michelle), and Shannon (Kenny). Cherished step-father of Tracy (Kevin), Shelley (Rene), Rebecca (Bernie), and Jennifer (Jay). Much loved Grandfather of...

Oct 30, 2021

WHITE, Ira Joseph - Passed away peacefully at IOOF Seniors Home on Friday, October 29, 2021 at the age of 75. Predeceased by his wife Marie Geraldine White (nee Wells). Loving father of Lisa (James) and Stewart (Patti) of Lefroy. Proud Grandfather of 4 grandchildren, Taylor, Leah, Ben and Sami. Loving brother of the late...

Oct 21, 2021

Lillian Alma Sharpe went peacefully to be with her Lord on October 21, 2021. She will be greatly missed by her children Winston (Anne) Langille, Leif Langille, Dennis Langille, Rose (Mike) Williams, Chester (Barb) Langille, and Eric Langille. She will be missed by her many grandchildren and great grandchildren, especially Ashley and her namesake Lillian. She was a lovely...

Oct 17, 2021

It is with heavy hearts that our family announces the passing of our beloved Husband, Father and Poppy, Lothar Brosch. On Sunday October 17, 2021 he passed away peacefully at his home with family by his side after his long battle with cancer. We feel at peace knowing that he can rest now. Survived by his wife Frances Brosch...