Obituaries

Jan 16, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the loss of Debbie Joan McMahon (nee Nesdoly) on January 16, 2025. She passed away peacefully at home, in Barrie, Ontario with family by her side after complications with liver disease.

Debbie was born to Victor and Marion Nesdoly on July 8, 1959, in Drumhellar, Alberta. Before moving to Calgary, where she was...

Jan 14, 2025

Donald Grant Fleming 

May 23, 1937 – January 14, 2025 

It is with deep sorrow and love that we announce the passing of Donald Grant Fleming, a husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, uncle, teacher, mentor, and friend, who passed away peacefully in his sleep at Hospice Simcoe on January 14th, 2025, at the age of 87. He was preceded in death by his...

Jan 12, 2025

Sally Jane Shearer, 85, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025, surrounded by love and comfort. Sally is survived by her husband of 59 years, Doug Shearer; her son, Paul Shearer; her daughter, Patty Eagles and husband Darren Eagles; and her grandchildren, Kurtis and Kara and was valued by all who knew her. Sally was a woman of remarkable talent...

Jan 11, 2025

Ilda May Heaton

December 12th, 1931 – January 11th,2025

It is with great heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Ilda at the age of 93. Passed away peacefully at Grove Park Home, Barrie on Saturday January 11th,2025. She will be deeply missed by family and friends.

Ilda was born in Bracebridge to parents John (Jack) and Jessie Barrett (predeceased) Her father...

Jan 10, 2025

After a lengthy illness, Tara passed away at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Friday, January 10, 2025 at the age of 47. Beloved daughter of Elizabeth A. King and Robert Joseph Jack King. Loving sister to Robert W. King and Lonny J. King; and sister-in-law to Carrie Lynn King and Cheryl Priddie. Cherished aunt to Brianna Nicole...

Jan 9, 2025

Passed away suddenly at his home in Barrie on Sunday, January 9th, 2025 in his 79th year. Beloved husband of Janet (nee McMillan). Loving father of Lynn Bateman & her husband Jim of Barrie and Stuart & his wife Angie of Campbell River, BC. Dear grandfather of Jimmy Bateman also of Barrie and the late Josh Bateman. He was the...

Jan 5, 2025

With family by her side, Charlotte passed away at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie on Sunday, January 5, 2025 at the age of 86.

Charlotte was the cherished soulmate and beloved wife of Brian Marne Saunders. She was predeceased by her parents Helena Allport and Major Donald J. LeQuesne, MBE ED; and husband Hugh Bolduc.

Charlotte was the loving mother of Victoria (Leslie van...

Dec 31, 2024

It is with great sadness that our family announces the passing of Bryan Erik Manuel on December 31st 2024. Bryan passed peacefully at the age of 73. He was a loyal spouse of 51 years to Anne Manuel and together they brought three children into the world. He was a devoted and proud father to Jason (Lindy), Melissa (Alex) and...

Dec 29, 2024

Francis (Frank) Merrill MacDonald, a great artist with an eye for creativity, passed away at the RVH in Barrie on Sunday, December 29th, after battling a short illness. He leaves behind his family, who will miss him deeply. 

No public visitation or funeral is planned. If so desired, memorial donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.

Dec 28, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Jim “Gym” Charles Hutchinson announce his sudden passing on Saturday, December 28th, 2024 at the age of 60. 

Jim will be lovingly missed by his family; dedicated son to Penelope, husband of 30 years to Nancy, loving father to Bradley, Rebecca (Andrew), Jessica, and Baylea, and adoring Pa to Brooklynn. 

A memorial service...

Dec 21, 2024

Carol Ann Faulkner (Lee) 

April 11, 1957 – December 21, 2024 

Carol left this world peacefully. She leaves her two children, Jeff (Chrissy) and Kim (Tim), along with four grandchildren, Andy, Ben, Cora & Tommy.

Those who knew Carol likely recall the years before mental illness fully consumed her light. A time when her contagious, whole-body laughter often filled the room. A time...

Dec 18, 2024

Sylvan Billy Maniram

Sylvan will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered as the son of Lalchan and the Late Sheila Maniram. Brother of Steve, Christine, Maurene and Nancy.  Husband of Jenney Mohammed. Friend of Rachel L., Father of Nadia (Navin), Stephanie, Randy (Solansh), Reggie; and father figure to Olivia, Kindra, Riley, Amelia, and Aleah. Grandfather of Sharira, Zalek, Nick and Naya....

Dec 18, 2024

JASON KAUFMAN 

February 1, 1978 to December 18, 2024

It is with profound sorrow that the family of Jason Kaufman announce his sudden passing on December 18th at the age of 46. Though his life was cut short his legacy will live on forever thru the family and friends who loved his quick smile, humble attitude and easy going nature. We promise...

Dec 18, 2024

Victoria Mary Jane Carter (née Britnell) passed away peacefully at the IOOF Seniors Homes, Barrie with family by her side on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at the age of 77.

Beloved wife of the late George Carter. Dear mother of Kim Beaney, and Vince Beaney (Gemma). Cherished grandmother of Charlie Beaney (Sarah), Lauren Thomson (Robert), Verity Beaney, Jasmine Beaney, Mia Beaney,...

Dec 6, 2024

Passed away with family by his side on Friday, December 6, 2024 at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie at the age of 81. Cherished brother to Dianne (Fred) Richardson. Predeceased by his parents Marie and Frederick Kirkland.

Garry left his favourite Bradford Street neighbourhood for the last time. He lived and worked there for most of his life. His...

Dec 3, 2024

Keown, Kenneth (Ken) John

 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ken Keown, on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at Hospice Simcoe in Barrie, Ontario. Born on April 7, 1947, in Toronto, Ontario Family was of utmost importance to Ken. He dearly loved his family and took immense joy in his grandchildren, fostering connections that will be cherished...

Nov 25, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Roger Johnson on November 25, 2024, at Hospice Simcoe in Barrie, Ontario, at the age of 81. Born on October 15, 1943, in Ashtead, Surrey, England. Roger was the cherished son of Marjorie and Kenneth. In 1967, he embarked on a new adventure, immigrating to Canada, where he married...

Nov 20, 2024

Passed away peacefully, at Collingwood General and Marine Hospital with his wife, sister and brother-in-law by his side on Wednesday November 20th, 2024. at the age of 75. 

Beloved husband of 51 years to Rhoda Bowman. Predeceased by his parents Paul and Margaret Bowman. Loved by brothers and sisters: the late Alan Bowman (Debbie), late Rebecca Terrell (the late Paul Terrell),...

Nov 8, 2024

Nov 8, 2024

Robert Kenneth Beckwith

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Kenneth Beckwith on November 8, 2024 in Barrie, Ontario. He will be missed by daughter Patricia Dickson (John), grandchildren, Sarah and John, his sister Joyce Beckwith and his spouse, Myrtle Beckwith, as well as many nieces & nephews in Nova Scotia and the US. Preceded in death...