Obituaries

Jan 1, 2022

Roy Collart, 70, of Barrie, passed away suddenly but peacefully in his home on Sunday, August 21, 2022.

Roy was such a light in this sometimes-dark world and will be deeply missed by all who were lucky enough to know him.

He was born to Alfred Collart and Anna Hudson on September 13, 1951, in...

Jan 1, 2022

Passed away peacefully after a brief illness at Royal Victoria Hospital on Monday, October 24, 2022 at the age of 91. Beloved husband of the late Marilyn. Russ will be forever missed by his children, Douglas, Paul, Leslee, Jeffrey, their spouses, sister Helen Curtis and his 5 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Friends may call at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian...

Jan 1, 2022

RUTH ELAINE DICK

(nee Morris)

March 21st, 1937 - October 19th, 2022

Ruth passed away peacefully on Wednesday October 19th, 2022, at the age of 85 at Hospice Simcoe in Barrie. She is survived by her loving husband Alfred (Alf) Dick, her four daughters Colleen Jay (Garth),...

Jan 1, 2022

Steven M Skidmore

Born August 9, 1990

Passed away unexpectedly on Jun 12, 2022 at the age of 31.

Steve was dearly loved by his many friends and family.

He had a love of carpentry from an early age and eventually went into framing houses,

Which he...

Jan 1, 2022

The family of Steven Gregory Campbell are deeply saddened to share the news of his sudden passing. Predeceased by his parents Frank (d.2007) & Denise (d.2020) survived by his daughter Shelby, his partner Candace Morrison and her family, his brother Frank & wife Cass and daughter Jessica, brother Scott & wife Sherri and family and many Aunts, Uncles, cousins...

Jan 1, 2022

Passed away peacefully on Friday, October 14, 2022 at the age of 25, Sukami or "Marco" as he was also known. Sukami was a kind, caring man He demonstrated a maturity and understanding beyond his years. He was always trying to better himself and encourage others. He enjoyed life and the things that came with it, like many genres...

Jan 1, 2022

After a short illness Susan passed away at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Sunday, August 7, 2022, at the age of 74. Loved mother of Ryan (Miranda) Fabricius, and Kelly (Jeff) Marling. Cherished Grandma to Nina, Evie Sue, and Clara Fabricius; and Griffin, Sawyer, and Ollie Marling. Dear sister to Louise Stewart, Gail Welten, Sharon Carr,...

Jan 1, 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce that Tessa, beloved wife of the late A. John Bryant (August 2017), passed away on June 12, 2022 at the age of 88. She leaves behind her daughter Jane (Bryant) Salmon and her husband Paul Salmon, her son Graham Bryant and his wife Patricia (Ferguson) Bryant, her grandchildren Robin Salmon (Kris...

Jan 1, 2022

Tony Edward Pearson

Passed away at home on Thursday, May 26, 2022, at the age of 59, four days after his beloved wife Kelly of 40 years. Cherished father of Stephanie (Kristina) and Chad. Loving grandfather to Camille and Carissa. Loved son of Grace. Dear brother to Connie (Brian). A Celebration of Tony’s life will be held...

Jan 1, 2022

William “Will” Louis Samuels

Surrounded by family, Will passed away at home on Sunday, February 27, 2022 at the age of 54. Beloved husband of Mary. Loving father to Evan, Erik (Ashley), Neilena, Liam; and Papa to Slater. Dear brother of Tom (Fay), and uncle to April. Son-in-law of Brian and Linda; brother-in-law to Stan (Julie), Krystal...

Jan 1, 2022

Passed away at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Sunday, August 14, 2022 at the age of 81. Beloved husband of Cecelia for 57 years. Loved father to the late Donovan, Wayne (Judith), Karlene Lawrence (Damian), Dane, Lance (Simone), Maurice (Rochelle), Tanisha, and Christopher. Cherished grandfather of Kyle, Dejon, Danyelle, Damon, Kereece, Kyeron, Romane, Kimberly, Khalil, Kalyssa, Gabriel,...

Mar 6, 2021

In his 94th year, Gary Batz passed away peacefully at his home of Amica Little Lake retirement residence in Barrie, Ontario on March 6, 2021.

Beloved husband to Ruth of Barrie, his wife of over 70 years, and much loved dad of Harold Batz (Margaret) of Edmonton, Patricia Roebuck (Jim) of Barrie and Kathy Batz; devoted Opa...

Jan 1, 2021

Angie (Angela) Bennett, age 59, passed away on November 12th, 2021 after her courageous battle with cancer.

Angie was born in Toronto where she grew up as one of eight children to Antoinetta Iannetta. Angie moved around to various places in Toronto throughout her life, until she and her husband Blaine moved to Barrie to purchase their...

Jan 1, 2021

It is with very heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of Anita Marie Sheppard on Sunday, October 3, 2021 in her 75th year. Predeceased by parents Laura (Rousseau) and Maurice Jasmin, as well as siblings Robert, Raymond, Irene, Diane, and Lorraine. Lovingly survived by her husband Brendan Sheppard, and daughters Christine, Sophie, and Laura (Tim). 'Gam gam'...

Jan 1, 2021

Barbara Anne Lindsay (nee Davidson)

May 1, 1940 - November 10, 2021 (81)

Barbara passed peacefully at the Royal Victoria Hospital with family by her side.

Barbara had a way of connecting and touching peoples lives everywhere she went, it really didn’t matter where she was. She loved musicals and old movies. Barbara...

Jan 1, 2021

BARBARA JOAN FRITH

December 13 1954 – April 16 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Barbara Joan Frith (nee Hutchinson) on April 16th, 2021 after a courageous battle with Breast Cancer. Barb was surrounded by love in the comforts of her own home with her family...

Jan 1, 2021

Passed away on Sunday, January 31, 2021 at Roberta Place, Barrie in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Antoni W. Hering (2007). Loved mother of Jon Hering (Carolin Green), and Pauline Hering (Jeff Kearney). Cherished grandmother to Paul Kearney, Chloe Hering, and Tyler Hering. Predeceased by her sisters Audrey Boden, Gladys Armitage, and Ivy Colley. Brenda will...

Jan 1, 2021

It is with broken hearts that we share the passing of Brianna Cecilia Deck. She was ferocious warrior, a devoted, loving Mom and a caring daughter and sister. Those who knew her valued her loyalty, her zest for life and her generous soul. Life will not be the same without her.

Forever missed by her parents, Gordon...

Jan 1, 2021

Passed away peacefully at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie, on Monday, August 23, 2021. Carl Graham in his 90th year was the beloved husband of the late Gloria May Graham (2018). Loving father of Glen, Marilyn McDonald (Jim) and Scott (Gloria Moore). Cherished grandfather of Ashley Goushian (John), Derek McDonald (Katie), Mikyla, Cailin, Ethan (Taverly), Taylor, and the late Mark McDonald....

Jan 1, 2021

It is with a great sadness that we announce the passing of Carmelo Colangelo. On September 15th, 2021 at 2:30am, Carmelo died with his wife and children by his side while Elvis sang him into the afterlife.

Carmelo leaves behind his wife Tracy. They were married for 34+ years, spending every day together, building the foundation of...