Obituaries
Gizella Maria Szucs
Oct 30, 2025
Gizella Maria Szucs, went to be with her Lord and Saviour on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on January 9, 1936, in Buda, Hungary, Gizella's journey through life was marked by courage, faith, and an undying love for those she held dear.
In November of 1956, together with her beloved husband, Gizella embarked on a daring...
David Philip Davidson
Oct 25, 2025
In Loving Memory of David Philip DavidsonIt is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Philip Davidson on October 25, 2025. Born in Scotland, David carried with him a deep sense of warmth, generosity, and humor that touched everyone he met. He was a devoted husband to Nancy, loving father to Donna and Karen, cherished stepfather to...
Brian Saunders
Oct 22, 2025
Brian Marne Saunders
Born in Essex, England, August 26, 1938 - Died, Barrie, Ontario, October 22, 2025
Eldest son of the late Commander Leonard Saunders and late Gwen Saunders of Victoria, originally England. Predeceased by his loving and most precious wife and confidant Charlotte (only daughter of Major Donald LeQuesne, MBE and his wife Helena of Toronto, deceased). The two were childhood...
James Westley Thickson
Oct 19, 2025
Thickson, James “Jim”Passed away peacefully surrounded by family at the age of 76 after a courageous battle with cancer. His wit and spirit strong until the end as he received exceptional care at RVH. Survived by his wife of 59 years, Barbara and children; Kimberley, James, Timothy (Lisa), Christopher (Jen), and Matthew (Melissa). Proud Granddad of Stephanie, Stephen, Chris, Avery,...
Randall Frank
Oct 17, 2025
With heavy hearts, the family of Randall “Randy” Paul Frank announces his passing at the age of 68, after a long hard-fought battle, with his final miles spent in the care of the incredible teams at Southlake and RVH.
Born to Gerald and Shirley Frank in Stratford, Randy grew up with a love for life, laughter and a good story. A...
Kevin Kemp
Oct 15, 2025
On Wednesday, October 15, 2025, Kevin Ermil Kemp passed away at St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto, Ontario, surrounded by family. Born October 14, 1963, he was the eldest child of Roy and Laurel Kemp and the older brother of Michele (Steve) and Carmen. He was a loving father to his three children, Jeffrey, Jackson, and Brooklyn; a caring father-in-law to...
Tina Anne Wight
Oct 14, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tina Wight on October 14th, 2025 at the age of 72. Predeceased by her mother Marion Riddell (nee Warren) and her father Gordon Goble. Loving and devoted mother to Ashley.
Born in Toronto, Ontario - Tina grew up dividing much of her schooling years between England and Canada, eventually settling...
Dorothy Battler
Oct 13, 2025
Dorothy passed away peacefully on Monday, October 13, 2025, at Lakeview Manor, Beaverton, Ontario. Born on February 15, 1948, in Derbyshire, England, Dorothy moved to Canada at the tender age of four where she spent her formidable years in Toronto. Her journey through life was marked by a spirit of resilience and a deep commitment to her family and friends.
Beloved...
Sharlene Osburne
Oct 13, 2025
Sharlene Osburne (nee Tordiff)July 22nd, 1957 - October 13th, 2025
With great sadness we announce the passing of Sharlene Osburne (nee Tordiff) on October 13th, 2025 at Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie, Ontario. She is predeceased by her mother, Audrey Tordiff (nee Elphick), and her father, William Tordiff.
She will be greatly missed by her husband, Len Osburne, and her three children...
Ursula Bloessl
Oct 7, 2025
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, just shy of her 90th birthday.
A courageous orphaned child and survivor of World War II, Ursula immigrated to Canada as a very young mother with nothing but determination. Through resilience and grace, she built a life filled with love and strength, overcoming many hardships and tragedies along the way.
Ursula was a proud...
Fred Fimio
Sep 30, 2025
Fred Fimio
January 31, 1925 – September 30, 2025
Fred passed away peacefully at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at the age of 100. Fred is survived by his sons Levi and Micheal Fimio; grandchildren Jesse and Dustin Fimio. Fred was a WWII D-Day Veteran and survivor who enjoyed collecting antiques and WWII memorabilia. Fred was...
David Dewes
Sep 30, 2025
It is with sadness, that the family of David “Dave” Dewes announces his passing on Tuesday, September 30, 2025 after a sudden and brief hospitalization at Royal Victoria Hospital.
He was predeceased by his parents Norman and Alma Dewes and his beloved partner, Iryna Logvynenko. Dave will be fondly remembered by his brother and sister in law, Michael “Mick” and Mariann...
Leonas Munroe
Sep 28, 2025
In Loving Memory of Our Precious Angel
A Tribute to a Life That Touched Our Hearts Forever
With broken hearts and infinite love, I announce the passing of my beloved baby Leonas Michael-Hennessy Munroe, who entered this world sleeping on Sunday, September 28, 2025. Though our time together was far too brief, the impact of my precious child’s spirit and presence will...
Lyle Edwards
Sep 25, 2025
Lyle Morgan Edwards passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 25, 2025 in his 84th year surrounded by his family.
Born on February 5th, 1942 in Midland Ontario to the late Roy and Roberta Edwards.
He was a beloved husband to Phillis (nee Graham) of 62 years. A proud father to his daughters Lisa, husband Brian Ayres and Lori, husband Todd Casier. He...
Ian Budd
Sep 24, 2025
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that the Budd family announces the unfortunate passing of Ian Marwood Budd.
Ian, 73 passed away at home in his sleep in the early morning of Wednesday September 24th, 2025.
Ian was born in Corringham, England where he lived with his grandmother. Ian spent the majority of his life in Barrie, where he met...
Neil Vingerhoets
Sep 24, 2025
It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of Neil Vingerhoets, who passed at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie on September 24, 2025, at the age of 82.
Born in the Netherlands, Neil was one of seven children who emigrated to Canada, originally settling in Oka, Quebec. Neil then spent his youth in Manotick and...
Cornelis "Kees" Tengnagel
Sep 24, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Cornelis "Kees" Tengnagel on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, in Barrie, Ontario. Born on May 29, 1947, in the Netherlands, Kees dedicated a significant portion of his life to his unwavering faith in God’s Word. He pioneered eight churches and, alongside his beloved wife Faith, served as Pastor for an...
Annelouise Costello
Sep 19, 2025
Annelouise Marion Costello
May 8, 1980 – September 19, 2025
Beloved wife of Brian Costello. Loving daughter of Barbara Pollard (Art Crawford) and George Schnare Sr. (Patricia).
Cherished sister of Chris Schnare (Ali), George Schnare Jr. (Ashley), Susan Schnare, Kris Johnson, Billy Johnson, Gord Johnson (Vanessa), Chesa Johnson, Georgina Aitchison (Adam), and (predeceased) by Garnet Schnare.
Annelouise will be dearly missed by her nieces...
Robert Milne
Sep 18, 2025
The Daughters Kerry Milne and Kim Milne are mourning the loss of their Father Robert Clarence Milne who has passed away at Simcoe Hospice at the age of 82 on September 18th 2025. Robert was born in Kirkcaldy, Scotland. He was the Oldest Son of the late William Milne and late Elizabeth Palka. Robert was Big Brother to the late...
Casey R. Sweers
Sep 15, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Casey Ronald Sweers on September 15th, 2025, at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie, after a courageous battle with lung cancer.
Casey was as beloved Son, Brother, Uncle and Friend.
He will be remembered most for his love of music and the joy he found playing his guitar. A simple life spent with a...
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