Obituaries

Sep 6, 2024

Barbara Ann Lynas

Surrounded by family, Barb passed away at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie after a long battle with cancer on Friday, September 6, 2024 at the age of 63. 

Beloved wife of the late Ronald Lynas. Cherished mother of Christine Lynas (Steve McIntyre), Tracy Lynas (Graham Tutt), Jennifer Lynas, and Ryan Lynas (Erin Cottingham). Loving and devoted Nana to Trinity, Maximus, Kayden,...

Sep 3, 2024

Passed away at her home on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at the age of 43. Loved mother of Brandon Jonathan Ferris and Owen Shawn McDougall. Dear sister of Karen Funnell (predeceased), Thomas Funnell, Vincent Funnell, Vina Funnell (predeceased), Jennifer Funnell, Lydia Funnell, and Norman Funnell. And Jacob Ferris, Lanny Ferris (deceased) and Melanie Ferris. Predeceased by her parents Charlotte Funnell...

Sep 1, 2024

James William Langman, born July 28, 1938, in Barrie, Ontario.

James William Langman of Barrie passed away on Sunday, September 1st, 2024, at the age of 86, peacefully in his sleep at Royal Victoria Hospital.

Raised on a farm in Flos Township. Oldest of six children to Bill and Mary Langman.

Jim left home to work at 16 years of age and ended...

Aug 25, 2024

Oral Lyndon Olsen Babulal

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the unexpected passing of Lyndon Babulal. Born January 1, 1965, he passed away peacefully on August 25, 2024 at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Care Centre. Beloved husband to Lubna, father to three children Lydia Babulal, Noah Babulal (children of his late wife Christina Babulal), Sarah Babulal; son to...

Aug 23, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the unexpected passing of Ella, at the age of 80, on Friday, August 23, 2024, at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Care Centre, Barrie, Ontario. Born on November 22, 1943, Ella brightened the lives of everyone she met with her love, warm spirit and infectious smile.

Beloved wife of Jim for 53 years....

Aug 22, 2024

It is with the saddest and heaviest of hearts we announce the passing of Jeff who lost his battle with cancer on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at the age of 54. We take solace that he is no longer in pain and went out on his own terms. We are so in awe with how he was over this past...

Aug 17, 2024

PETER JOHNSON MAULE 

October 4, 1933-August 17, 2024

With sadness, and with deep gratitude for the gift of his loving kindness, the family announces the passing of Peter Maule on Saturday August 17th, 2024, in his 91st year. Proud father of Stephen (Elizabeth Walker), David (Linda), Carolyn (Russell Braun), proud grandfather of Rebecca (Eric Chavarie), Nicholas (Alyssa Robinson), Benjamin and Gabriel, joy-filled...

Aug 10, 2024

Michiko Matsuo (nee Ikeda) was born on Feb 13, 1941 during WWII while her family was stationed in China. They returned to post-war Japan and her family managed to build a successful life in Tokyo. With a degree in economics, she was very business oriented. On April 5, 1966, she married Koyu Matsuo who worked for the Ikeda family. They...

Aug 10, 2024

In Loving Memory of Margaret Edith Watson

April 19th,1939 ~ August 10th, 2024

 It is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of Margaret Edith ‘Marguerite’ Watson on Saturday, August 10, 2024 at the age of 85. Pre-deceased by her darling husband of 49 years, Roy. Much loved Mother of Andrew (Deborah) and Tim (Marina). Adored Granny of Ryan (Diana), Danielle (Chris),...

Aug 6, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Darina Sembol, on Tuesday August 6, 2024, at the age of 77 in Barrie. She is survived by her three children, George Sembol, Andie Wolf, and Samantha Morris, and her two grandchildren Caiden Wolf Minor and Rowan Wolf Minor. Darina was born on May 11, 1947, in Rimavska Sobota,...

Aug 3, 2024

Went home to her Lord and Saviour on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at the age of 87. Predeceased by her beloved husband Murray Winger (2016). Loved mother of Cherry Wells (Robin); Royce Winger (Arlene); and Michelle Munoz Torres (Gabriel). Cherished grandmother to Jacqueline Wells, Cody Wells (Cassandra), Joe Wells (Kyleigh); Bethany Winger, Jacob Winger; and great grandmother to Ethan, Caleb,...

Jul 29, 2024

After a long battle with the many complications of diabetes Joe passed away at RVH, Barrie.

Joseph will be deeply missed by his mother Sandra Rutherford and stepfather Darryl, his cherished son Jordan (Faith), sister Nadine (Brian) Woods, grandmother Loreen (Pinkie) Rutherford, many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, & nephews and a countless number of dear friends. 

Joseph was predeceased by his grandparents...

Jul 27, 2024

Passed away at Andy's House Hospice, Port Carling on Saturday, July 27, 2024 at the age of 82. Beloved husband of Jane for 57 years. Loved father to Janna Handiak and John Handiak. Dear brother to Mary Poltoranos, John W. Handiak and Carol Sinclair. Predeceased by his parents Mary and William Handiak. There will be no public visitation or funeral...

Jul 26, 2024

Family and friends will be received at Legacy Funeral Home 55 Cedar Pointe Drive, Barrie (entrance and parking on Hwy 400 side of building) on Friday, August 16, 2024 from 2 p.m. until time of Service in the Chapel at 3 o'clock p.m. Services under the auspices of Holy Spirit Catholic Church, Barrie.

Jul 24, 2024

Passed away with family by her side at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at the age of 69. Beloved wife of Bruce for 46 years. Loved mother of Ian (Sara) and Brenna (Kyle Giffen). Cherished grandmother to Colten. Dear sister of David Borland (Lynne). There will be no public visitation or funeral service. If...

Jul 23, 2024

Wolfgang Friedrich Wilhelm Pollack

Wolfgang passed away peacefully with his family by his side at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at the age of 81. 

Beloved Husband of Sharon (nee Hunter) for 59 years. Dear father of Michelle (Dave) and Kris (Krista). Loving Opa to Vicki, Heather, Mary and Ethan. Survived by his sisters Ilse and Heidi (Manfred) of...

Jul 22, 2024

Jul 20, 2024

In loving memory of Maxine Reid, born August 21, 1956, who departed this world peacefully on July 20, 2024, with her family by her side. She was 67 years old.

Maxine was a devoted wife of 45 years to her husband Russell, a loving mother to her two children, Christopher (Mallorie) and Brandon (Abbie), and a cherished grandmother to her three...

Jul 19, 2024

Larry White (1941-2024)

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear husband, father, grandfather and brother Larry White. He passed away at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie on Friday, July 19, 2024, at the age of 83. Beloved husband of Mary Jane for 55 years. Loved father of Dave White (Liz), Susan White, and Chris White (Teresa). Cherished...

Jul 17, 2024

It is with our greatest sadness to share the unexpected passing of Mark Gray at his home on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at the age of 61. Beloved husband and best friend to Katherine (née Steele) for 39 years. Loved father to Christine Smart (Evan), Andrew Gray (Rebecca), and Taylor Gray. Devoted "Grumpy" to his grandchildren Oliver, Lily, Hazel, and...