Obituaries

Jun 19, 2020

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Donald “Don” G. Hatchard, peacefully at home in Barrie, Ontario on Friday, June 19, 2020. Survived by his beloved wife Nancy Hatchard (nee Vavala). Predeceased by his mother Georgina Reinhart (nee Ray) and stepdad John Reinhart. Leaving behind his brother William Reinhart, uncle Dennis Ray (Helen), step children...

Jun 18, 2020

Pepin, Edward Oswald. Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday June 18, 2020 at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie. Ed Pepin of Sandy Cove, Innisfil. Age 66. Beloved husband of Marsha. Loving father of Ryan Pepin and his wife Pam, Jamie Ferwin and her husband Scott, Matthew O'Leary and his wife Jessica, and Jenny DiPietro...

Jun 10, 2020

Passed away suddenly in Barrie, Ontario, on Wednesday, June 10th, 2020 at the age of 56 due to a motor vehicle accident. Loving and proud dad of Tyler and Leah. Beloved son of John and the late Glennis Ratuszny. Lovingly remembered by sister Suanne, brother-in-law Ben and niece Jessica. Survived by the mother of his children Lynn. He was...

Jun 7, 2020

Robert Bailey Passed away peacefully at the Royal Victoria Hospital on June 7, 2020, at the age of 86.  He was born to Isabella and Robert Bailey on May 13, 1934 in Rothesay, Island of Bute, Scotland.  Survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Jean and his three children Laurence, Jeanette (Scott Black), Robin (Carol Ann...

Jun 6, 2020

BLANCHARD, Lyle William – 63, passed away peacefully at Margaret Bahen Hospice on June 6th, 2020 after a long and hard-fought battle with cancer. Born May 17th, 1957 in Capreol, Ontario he was the son of Theodore (Ted) Blanchard and Norma (Seikkula) Blanchard. Younger brother of Brian Blanchard. Lyle is survived by his loving children - daughter, Samantha Blanchard...

Jun 3, 2020

KING, Glen – Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 3rd, 2020 at the Allandale Station Retirement Residence with his daughter Michelle at his side, in his 63rd year. He will be greatly missed by his daughter Michelle, son-in-law James and grandchildren Grace and Jack. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.innisfilfuneralhome.ca

May 28, 2020

Passed away peacefully, at St. Michael’s Hospital, Toronto, ON, on Thursday, May 28th, 2020, at the age of 44 years from complications of Cystic Fibrosis.

Greg lived in Ajax , attending Ajax High and worked for many years in the area until his health deteriorated causing him to be on Long Term Disability.

Greg was...

May 26, 2020

McDOUGALL, Michael John - Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 26th, 2020 at RVH surrounded and loved by his family, in his 60th year. Beloved partner of 30 years to Jil McDougall. Cherished father of Jihan (Tyler) McDougall and Ashley (Michael) McDougall. Expected Grandfather to baby McDougall. Survived by siblings Leslie (Diane) and James (Lisa). Loving uncle to Taylor...

May 24, 2020

CLEMENTS, Ruth Matilda Julia (nee Cripps) (September 27, 1926 - May 24, 2020) – It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Ruth Matilda Julia Clements, on Sunday, May 24th, 2020 in her 94th year. Dearly loved wife of the late William Clements. Loving mother of Bill (Marie), John (Brenda), the late...

May 18, 2020

BAILEY, George Thornton (August 19, 1928 - May 18, 2020) – Passed away peacefully at his home in Innisfil on Monday, May 18, 2020 in his 92nd year. Born in Toronto to Winnifred and Frank Bailey, his was a life well lived. Survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Margaret, and his four children, Thorna (Dennis Lawrence), Pegi...

May 16, 2020

Private family arrangements.

May 16, 2020

GIBBINS, Grant Evan – Passed away peacefully at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre on Saturday, May 16, 2020 in his 66th year. Loving son of Doris Gibbins and the late Bill Gibbins. Dear brother of Allan of Alberta. Cremation has taken place. A private graveside ceremony will be held at St. James Cemetery, Stroud. As an expression of...

May 15, 2020

Barbara Johnson Born February 8th, 1939, Kingston Jamaica - Died May 15th, 2020, Barrie, Canada Barbara passed away peacefully in her home at The Barrieview Retirement Community on Friday, May 15th, 2020. Bab’s as she was known to many is predeceased by her loving husband Astley Johnson. She will be greatly missed by daughter Ruth...

May 11, 2020

Awrey, Catherine “Kathy” Jean (née Harkness) - Passed away peacefully at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Center in Barrie, on Monday, May 11th, 2020 at the age of 73. Kathy is survived by her husband Orville, sons Andrew (Val), Jeffrey (Megan), Rick (Laura), Bryan (Katie), and grandchildren Katie, Tristan, Isabelle, Charlotte, Abigail, Brady, Tyler, and Jane. Their...

May 4, 2020

Private family arrangements.

May 3, 2020

Private family arrangements.

Apr 25, 2020

Matson, Gary Bruce - Passed away suddenly and peacefully with his family by his side, at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie, Ontario, on Saturday, April 25th, 2020 at the age of 64.  Gary, beloved husband of Alice (nee Topliss) for 40 years. Loving Dad of Janis (Larry) Brunton, Maureen Matson (James Snetsinger), Laura...

Apr 21, 2020

Anna Baker (nee Alexovsky)

After a short and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, while surrounded by the love of her family, Anna passed away at Hospice Simcoe on Tuesday April 21st, 2020 at the age of 59. Beloved wife of 39 years and best friend of Jeff Baker, caring sister of...

Apr 17, 2020

HUNTER, ROBERT D.E.   1938 - 2020

Passed peacefully at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Friday April 17, 2020 just a month shy of his 82nd birthday. Bob was predeceased by his wife Jean, and two daughters, Debbie Ross and Wendy Hunter. He is survived by his son Bob Jr., his daughter Lori Tozer and sisters...

Apr 17, 2020

Hubert “Nick” Ernest Nixon

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family at his home on April 17th, 2020 at the age of 82. Nick, beloved husband of the late Angela (2016) for 59 years. Loving father of Rosanne (Axel) Felschow, Richard, Cindy Morrison, Jenifer (Steve) McLeod and the late Linda (survived by her husband Walter) McDonald and Angie...