Obituaries

Apr 17, 2026

Andrew James McIlroy

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Andrew James McIlroy from heart failure on Friday, April 17, 2026, at the age of 70. He passed at Royal Victoria Hospital with his family at his side. Andrew was predeceased by his parents, May (née Bruce) and Jimmy McIlroy, as well as his sister Rosina (John)....

Mar 23, 2026

CLARK, Janet (nee McMillan) - Gone to be with her Lord & Saviour on Monday, March 23rd, 2026 in her 78th year. Beloved wife of the late Alex Clark. Loving mother of Lynn Bateman & her husband Jim of Barrie and Stuart & his wife Angie of Campbell River, BC. Devoted grandmother of Jimmy Bateman and the late Josh Bateman....

May 1, 2026

With saddened hearts we announce that William Towns Paterson, of Barrie, died peacefully at home on Friday, May 1, 2026 at the age of 83. His loving wife of 51 years, Jackie, was by his side in his final moments. He is now at peace.

Bill is predeceased by his parents Robert and Eliza Paterson, and his sister Roberta Saldan.

Bill was...

Apr 30, 2026

Sandra Grant, January 30,1942 – April 30, 2026

Our family is sad to announce the passing of Sandra Gail Grant, age 84, of Barrie, Ontario who passed away peacefully at her home on April 30, 2026. She has been a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend, and her presence will be deeply missed.

Sandy was born in Toronto, Ontario on January...

Apr 23, 2026

Peacefully In his hometown of Barrie on Thursday, April 23, 2026, in his 90th year. David Allen beloved wife of the late Donna Marie (Neely) Harris. Loving father of Debby (Randy), Derrick (Cathy) and Doug (Louise). Dear grandfather of Brad (Megan), Bryan (Erin), Kyle (Julia), Courtney (Nick), David and Thomas. Also survived by his loving great grandchildren Kate, Emily, Oliver,...

Mar 26, 2026

Linda passed peacefully at Hospice Simcoe on 26 March 2026. Beloved wife of Lee Davis. Born in Bridgewater N.S. to Eric and Hilda McConnell [Wynot]. During the war, Linda and her mother resided in Mahone Bay N.S. with Linda’s maternal grandparents as Linda’s father was in the Canadian Army. After the war the family moved to Ontario where her father’s...

Apr 17, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Barbara Lois Goard, a woman whose brilliance was matched only by her generosity and determination.

She was deeply proud of and devoted to her children: Art (Heidi), Cindy (Martin) Grant, Debbie (Tim) Woolacott, Jim (Brenda), Pam (Scott) MacLeod, and Don (Linda).

Barbara cherished her thirteen grandchildren and twenty-one great-grandchildren, each of...

May 7, 2026

Passed away peacefully at Grove Park Home, Barrie, on Thursday, May 7, 2026, one month shy of her 94th birthday.

Lorna was a loving and caring mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend whose warmth, generosity, and joyful spirit touched everyone who knew her. She spread happiness wherever she went and will be remembered for her kindness, compassion, and the genuine interest...

Apr 28, 2026

Rodger Dadswell passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at Southlake Health in Newmarket, Ontario, surrounded by the love of his family.

Beloved husband of Renee Dadswell, Rodger was a devoted father to Jessica Dadswell (Luke Marshall) and Meghan Dadswell. He was a proud and loving grandfather to Nathan and Maddax Marshall, who brought him immense joy.

Rodger will be deeply...

Apr 27, 2026

Miguel Angel Guaita, 91, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026. He was born in Ambato, Ecuador.

Miguel was a loving husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, and a loyal friend. He was deeply loved not only by his family, but also by many people he met throughout his life who, over time, became like family to him.

Though born in Ecuador, Miguel made...

Apr 25, 2026

With deep sadness we announce the passing of Michael “Mike” Manfred Otto Lau on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at the age of 70.

Beloved husband of Barbara for 45 years. Loving father of Stephanie (Stefan), Stephen (Erika) and Matthias. Adored Opa by his grandchildren, Kaito, Seiya and Sofia. Brother to Jens(Kerstin) and brother-in-law to Wolfgang, Britta (Bob)(Keith), Doris (Volker), Mike (Monika).

Mike...

Apr 22, 2026

TRIPP, Irene Margaret (Charlton)

November 27, 1936 – April 22, 2026

Peacefully and on her own terms, on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Hospice Simcoe.

Mom was dearly loved and liked by all, especially her family. Dear Mom to Karen Charlton, Lynn and Joe Timms and Cathy Charlton. Adored Nana to Julie Hunter, Shawn and Paige Hunter, Chloe Garner, Sasha and Chad Burchfield,...

Apr 18, 2026

Violet May Peacock (Johnston) of Thornton passed away peacefully at the Barrieview Retirement Home in her 85th year.

Vi, beloved wife of the Late Reg Peacock.

Dear mum of Ruth Cooper and her husband Greg of Thornton, Nancy McDonough and her husband Tom of Midhurst, John Peacock and his wife Clementine of Bracebridge.

Loving Grandma of Kailey, Adam, (sadly missed) Ryan, Brandon and...

Apr 17, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Adina Campbell Zammit, who passed away on April 17, 2026, at the age of 55.

Born in Montreal on October 27, 1970, Adina later made her home in Innisfil. She began her career as a chemical engineer before moving into sales, where her intelligence, determination, and warmth left a lasting...

Apr 17, 2026

Called home to his Lord and Saviour on Friday, April 17, 2026, at the age of 80. Beloved husband of Yolanda for 53 years. Cherished father of Marilu (Domenic) D'Onofrio, Daniela (Michael) McBean, Anna (Daren) Rahim, and Paolo Novielli. Proud Nonno of Anthony (Victoria) D'Onofrio, Rachel D'Onofrio, Giordano D'Onofrio, Noah (Bronte) Rahim, Xavier Rahim, Luke McBean, Levi McBean, Elijah Novielli,...

Apr 17, 2026

Passed away peacefully with family by his side at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie on Friday, April 17, 2026 at the age of 83.

Beloved husband of Hilda for 61 wonderful years. Loving father of Jeff (Nina), Ron (Cara Lynn), Gerald, Brian (Rie), and Angela (Corey). Cherished grandfather of Nicholas, Nathan, Bradley, Joseph, Joshua, Tayler, and Momoka (Misiki), and proud great-grandfather of Haruto.

Dear...

Apr 15, 2026

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Apr 15, 2026

Apr 15, 2026

Pieter Vanderbent

September 27, 1937 – April 15, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Pieter Vanderbent, who passed away peacefully at 1:30 a.m. on April 15, 2026, at Hospice Simcoe in Barrie, Ontario, with his beloved wife, Corrie, by his side. The family takes comfort in knowing he is now at peace with the Lord.

Pieter was...

Apr 14, 2026

Died at the age of 90 at his home in Orillia on April 14, 2026.

Peter had a deep love for the land, and took great joy in growing his own food. He spent many years living on a farm in Coldwater, where he found happiness in planting, tending, and harvesting to his heart’s content.

A dedicated and accomplished student, Peter earned...