Obituaries

George Frederick Mckay

George Frederick Mckay

Jan 18, 2024

George Frederick Mckay, of Innisfil, Ontario, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his wife, daughter and devoted dog, Bailey, on January 18, 2024, after a 5-month struggle with lung cancer. He was Born May 21, 1953, in Barrie, ON to John & Lillian Mckay.

Fondly known as Grampa and Uncle George to many, he was always the life of the...

Frank Albert Johnson

Frank Albert Johnson

Jan 18, 2024

Frank was born on April 22, 1940, in Fitch Bay, Québec, and passed away peacefully on January 18, 2024, in Barrie, Ontario at the age of 83. Predeceased by his father, George Albert, mother, Nora Thayer, and brother, William. Survived by his wife of 60 years, Marilyn (nee Beland), son Brad (Lina), grandchildren Nathaniel and Karina, sister Sandra Dezan of...

Erol Kale

Erol Kale

Jan 17, 2024

On June 9, 1971, at 7:38 am, the heavens opened up and an angel descended into our world. Erol Kale was born on that day at Women's College Hospital in Toronto. He became part of a loving family, dad Cavit, mom Gulsen, and 2 sisters and a brother. When Erol was 3 years old, the family moved back to his...

Peter Michael Chitty

Peter Michael Chitty

Jan 17, 2024

Peter Chitty passed away peacefully at home at the age of 81 on January 17th surrounded by family and dear friends. He has been reunited with his late wife, Marlene Campbell.

He was a beloved brother to Karen, father to Michael, Lisa and Mitzi, a hero in the eyes of his grandchildren Logan, Evan and Lilyana, and a dear friend to...

Jorge Alberto Jaramillo Portugal

Jorge Alberto Jaramillo Portugal

Jan 16, 2024

Passed away peacefully to be with the Lord at the age of 88 Surrounded by his family on Tuesday January 16th, 2024 at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie, ONJorge Jaramillo was born in Quito Ecuador on July 22nd 1935. Jorge was a hard working man who moved to Toronto, Canada in 1972 from Guayaquil Ecuador to look for a better...

Richard Gildore Lapensee

Richard Gildore Lapensee

Jan 14, 2024

Passed away peacefully on Sunday January 14th 2024 surrounded by his family, in his 70th year. Beloved husband of 48yrs to Kathy, loving father to Trina (Jerry) and Loni (Rory) amazing Grandfather to Braylee, Austin, Korina, Gordon and Leah. Cherished Great Grandfather to Scarlett. Loving brother to Maurice, Doreen (deceased), Diane (deceased) Marlene and Louise. Loving son of Oliver Lapensee(deceased)...

B. Jessica Thomas

B. Jessica Thomas

Dec 24, 2023

Passed away suddenly on Christmas Eve at Royal Victoria Hospital in her 75th year.  Jessica is predeceased by her loving husband of 45 years, Alan Thomas. Loving mother of Joshua (Jenny), Emma, and grandmother of Nolan. 

Jessica dedicated her life to education and was a teacher for over 30 years.  In her retirement she gave back by volunteering in the...

Melba Trip (nee McBain)

Melba Trip (nee McBain)

Dec 18, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Melba Trip on December 18, 2023, at the age of 105, at Hospice Simcoe. Born Melba McBain in Valcartier, Quebec, on September 7, 1918, she was the beloved wife of the late John Trip and dear sister of Verna Stovold.

Melba, affectionately known as a loving aunt, is survived...

Robert William Conn

Robert William Conn

Dec 17, 2023

In loving memory of Robert William Conn who passed away peacefully at Southlake Hospital on Sunday December 17, 2023.  He leaves behind his wife, Georgina of 32 years and his children Robert Conn Jr and his wife Diana, and daughter Cheryl Conn and her daughter Angel.  He was stepfather to Michael Milroy and his son William, Robert Milroy and his...

Aileen Alcido Libanan

Aileen Alcido Libanan

Dec 16, 2023

In loving memory of a truly courageous soul who battled ovarian cancer with unmatched strength and resilience. Your spirit has left an indelible mark on our hearts. While you may be physically gone, your unwavering courage will forever inspire and live on in our cherished memories.

 Rest In Peace Aileen.

Gordon William Stephenson

Gordon William Stephenson

Dec 15, 2023

With sorrow, the family of Gordon William Stephenson announce his death at Hospice Simcoe in Barrie on December 15, 2023. Gord is survived by Pauline (Longhurst), his wife of 66 years and his children; Don (Tina), Valerie (Larry Downing) and grandchildren; Laura (J. S. Gibeau), Sara, and William. Most recently, Gord celebrated the arrival of a great grandchild, Riley Gibeau.

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Terry Howard MacDonald

Terry Howard MacDonald

Dec 14, 2023

Terry MacDonald of Utopia, Ontario passed away peacefully at Royal Victoria Hospital on Thursday, December 14, 2023.

Devoted husband of 54 years to Lynn MacDonald.  Loving father to Lisa and her husband Larry and Melanie and her husband Mike.  He was the very proud grandfather of Hailey, Dalton, Brooke-Lynn, Nicholas, Larissa and Michael.

A special thank-you to the staff at...

Sherron (Sharon) Theresa Ludgate

Sherron (Sharon) Theresa Ludgate

Dec 13, 2023

Sherron (Sharon) Theresa Ludgate, of Barrie Ontario, passed away on Wednesday December 13, 2023 at the Hospice Simcoe at the age of 76.

Born in Toronto, Ontario, she was the Daughter of the late Theresa Nadeau, Herbert and Freda Loney

She and Bill worked for many years at Lake Promenade (31 Park Blvd) and had very fond memories of the...

Vernon Joseph Des Roche

Vernon Joseph Des Roche

Dec 10, 2023

In loving memory of Vernon Joseph Des Roche June 23rd, 1932 – December 10th, 2023. Vernon passed away peacefully at home with his family in Innisfil in his 91st year of life.

He leaves behind his beloved wife of 67 years, Violet Des Roche.

Dear Father of Cindy (Maurice), Doug (Robin), Chuck (Beverley), Ken (Laura), and Mark (Theresa).

Survived by...

Oleksandra Bryzyts'ka

Oleksandra Bryzyts'ka

Dec 9, 2023

Oleksandra Bryzyts'ka, aged 92, passed away peacefully at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie on December 9, 2023. The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre for their exceptional care and support during Oleksandra's final days.The family kindly requests that donations be made to Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in...

Maureen Marilyn Leader

Maureen Marilyn Leader

Nov 26, 2023

Maureen Marilyn Leader April 19, 1941 – November 26, 2023. Maureen passed away peacefully at her home at the age of 82 in Barrie. She is now back in the arms of her late loving husband, Harvey Leader. She leaves behind 3 sons, Chris, Mark, and Greg Leader along with their wives Tina, Denise, and Jan Leader and 3 grandchildren,...

Teresa Bordignon

Teresa Bordignon

Nov 25, 2023

Teresa (Bordin) Bordignon of Innisfil, Ontario, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, at Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie on Saturday Nov 25, 2023, in her 87th year.

Loving mother to Kathy, Michael, and David.  Survived by her brothers Alberto Bordin of Toronto, Claudio Bordin of Italy, and sister Rosetta Bordin of Italy. Cherished Nonna to Lindsay, Jessica,...

Lisa Kaszab

Lisa Kaszab

Nov 22, 2023

The family of Lisa Kaszab is saddened to announce her passing on November 22, 2023.

She will be remembered as a loving mother, sister, daughter and friend. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

The family invites you to join them in remembering her on Friday December 1, 2-4, 7-9 or Saturday December 2, 1...

Shirley Ann Crocco (nee Jobin)

Shirley Ann Crocco (nee Jobin)

Nov 19, 2023

Peacefully and with her family present passed away at her home in Barrie on Sunday, November19, 2023 in her 81st year. Beloved wife of the late Ronald Crocco, her husband of 47 years.Loving Mother of Rhonda, Lisa (Scott) and Tina. Dear Nana to Cara, Emily, Chelsea and Kaynan.Loving Sister to Arthur, Jimmy and the Late Alfie Jobin. Dearest Friends and...

Elizabeth Carol Atkinson

Elizabeth Carol Atkinson

Nov 18, 2023

The family of Elizabeth Atkinson would like you to join them in remembering her life on Saturday February 24 from 2-5 PM at the Grange Hall in Lefroy. 

She is lovingly missed by those that knew her.

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