Obituaries

Aug 10, 2020

Johnson, Alan Benjamin. Passed away peacefully at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Monday August 10, 2020. Alan Johnson of Innisfil was in his 89th year. Predeceased by his parents Percy and Jean Johnson. Alan enjoyed farming all of his life. First in Etobicoke and then in Innisfil. He enjoyed tractors and going to the steam shows....

Aug 6, 2020

MARTEL, Paul Wm. (January 8, 1934 – August 6, 2020) - It is with great sadness that the family of Paul Martel announce his sudden death on the 6th of August at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie, Ontario. Paul will be remembered for his love of family and dedication to his community, wherever he lived. Paul...

Aug 6, 2020

FLETCHER, Barbara - It is with deep sadness that the family of Barbara Fletcher announce her sudden passing on August 6, 2020, in her 79th year. Barbara is survived by her husband of 59 years, David, son Andrew and daughter Kim. Affectionately known as Mama, she will be missed by her grandchildren, Jessica and James. Her life was dedicated...

Aug 6, 2020

PATRICK, William Frederick – After a year long battle with his health, Bill lost his heroic fight on Thursday, August 6th, 2020. Bill was born in Torquay, Devon, England and immigrated to Canada in the sixties. Although he became a Canadian citizen, he would always remind you how proud he was to be a “Brit”. Bill met his wife...

Jul 31, 2020

Due to Covid-19 restrictions, Family only will be attending the service.

Jul 23, 2020

BIGL, Ludwig – It is with great sadness that the family of Ludwig Bigl, (known to friends and family as Louie or Lou) announces his passing peacefully at home, after a two year long battle with stage four lung cancer, on July 23rd, 2020 at the age of 64. Louie will be lovingly missed and remembered by...

Jul 5, 2020

TEBO, Austin David – Passed away peacefully at Royal Victoria Hospital on Sunday, July 5th, 2020 at the age of 79. Survived by his beloved wife of 53 years Mable Tebo (née Lessard), and his children Denise Stam (née Tebo) (Wayne Stam), and William Tebo (Penny). A Celebration of Life will be held at the...

Jul 2, 2020

ARMSTRONG, Kenneth Wayne - (Aug. 14 1942 - July 2, 2020) Spent his peaceful final days surrounded by family, after spending many years living with the effects of Alzheimers disease. Survived by his adoring wife Melitha, loving children Michael (predeceased), Darren (Shelley), Ronald (Colleen), Cathey Russell (Mark), Kenneth (Raija) and Kimberley (Donny), and will be missed by...

Jun 23, 2020

ZAHARIA, Glen John – Passed away peacefully surrounded by family, on Tuesday, June 23rd, 2020 at Hospice Simcoe in his 74th year. Beloved husband of Susan Zaharia (nee Moody). Cherished father of Kim Zaharia (Tony Coelho) and Jason Zaharia (Marta Zaharia). Loving grandpa to Chantal Wilkinson (William Barnes), Morgan Roberts, Nicolas Zaharia, and Marten Zaharia. Special great-grandfather of Bryson...

Jun 23, 2020

OAKES, Dawson Isaiah James - Beloved son of Shara and Darryl. Step-son of Robb Dodds. Lovingly remembered by brothers Dallas, Daklyn, Rui and sister Davina. Dawson will be greatly missed by grandparents Brad and Sandy Cook of Innisfil, Jim and Joyce Oakes of Wasaga Beach, and great-grandfather Donald Cook of Bradford. Nephew to Stephen Cook (Mandy), Serena Hansen (Mike),...

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...