Obituaries

Apr 2, 2023

With sadness, the family of Daniel Jean-Paul Nevins announces his passing on April 2, 2023, at the age of 61 years.

Dear father of Jacob; dear brother of Claude (Irene), Carl (Joyce), Robert (Gilberte), Roxanne Nevins, Luc (predeceased) and Michel (predeceased); Daniel was predeceased by his parents Robert and Gisele Nevins; and is fondly remembered by his...

Mar 29, 2023

Gail Leslie Elizabeth Sheard (Leslie), 70, born in Barrie, ON August 4, 1952 passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Tomkins House-Hospice Huronia on Wednesday March 29th, 2023 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Leslie was a vibrant, kind, thoughtful soul who was full of life and will be missed and remembered by the...

Mar 26, 2023

We are saddened to announce the passing of Joanne Cunningham on Sunday, March 26th 2023.

Survived by her beloved husband Ken Cunningham. Loved children Micheal and David Cunningham.

Cherised daughter-in-law Hana and grandchildren Theodore and Quinn Cunningham.

Friends and relatives will be received at Legacy Funeral Home, 55 Cedar Pointe Drive, Barrie (Parking and...

Mar 20, 2023

Passed away at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Monday, March 20, 2023 at the age of 86. George was predeceased by his wife Bonnie, mother Jane (Barclay), his father George, his sister Betty and his brother Jackie. He is survived by his brother Gord, wife Judy and children Keith and Scott. George will be missed by...

Mar 20, 2023

Ira-Jane Wilton (nee Bateman) January 1, 1943 - March 20, 2023

We are saddened to announce the peaceful passing of Ira-Jane Wilton (nee Bateman) who has now reunited with her husband, Rick Wilton.  The two of them shared over 50 wonderful years together. Both of them artists in their own right who shared many of their creative...

Mar 9, 2023

Passed away unexpectedly at the Royal Victoria Regional Hospital, Barrie on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the age of 76. Beloved wife of the late Nicolaas Duivenvoorden (2007). Loved mother of Peter Duivenvoorden (Michele), Nick Duivenvoorden (Debbie), Noreen Iles (Chris), and Elisabeth Haasz (Tibor). Cherished Oma to Dylon (Brittany), Dalton (Maggie), and Duston Duivenvoorden; Natasha Duivenvoorden; Emma, and Jacob...

Mar 7, 2023

At the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre and with family by her side, Pat went Home to Jesus on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at the age of 91. Beloved wife of Raymond Gore for 71 years. Loved mother to Jim Gore (Steph), Mike Gore (Michele), and Ann Minhinnick (Scott). Cherished grandmother to Justin Bowman (fiancé Emily), Madi Bowman, Liam...

Mar 7, 2023

Passed away with family by her side at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at the age of 80. Beloved wife of Bruce. Loved mother of Ron Derks (Marilyn), and Misty Nitsopoulos (Chris). Cherished grandmother of Christopher Derks, Stephanie Earley, Jessica Crozier, Kristen Nuhn, Nathan Nitsopoulos, and great grandmother to Kline, Quinn, and Blair....

Mar 2, 2023

 

On March 2, 2023 at RVH in Barrie, Ontario our beloved mother passed away peacefully from a sudden illness. She is pre-deceased by her loving husband Ron P. Malboeuf, and her sisters: Joan, Lilly, Jean, Edna, Alice, Ethel, and Mary. 

She leaves behind her children: Larry (Joanna), Richard (Karen), Shirley-Ann (Mark) and Ron (Andrea), her grandchildren Jessica (Brent), Kristin (Mitchell), Ethan...

Feb 22, 2023

Zieda Baldeosingh

With family by her side Zieda passed away at her home on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at the age of 78. Beloved wife of the late Krishna “Vay”. Loved mother of Ken, Jimmy, Sharlene, Rhonda, Karlene; and mother-in-law to Denise, Arlene, Lalchan, and Gerardo. Cherished grandmother of Brent, LaToya, Christian, Caresse, Shandel, Jean-Pierre, Kheron, Khevin,...

Feb 22, 2023

May 3, 1966 – Feb. 22, 2023

Passed away from Alzheimer’s on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, just after 2:00 p.m. Beautiful daughter of Tom (predeceased 2008) and Elaine Spencer of Barrie, Ontario. Leaving to mourn her loss are her brothers Kevin (Sheila), Paul (Melanie), and her two precious nephews Willem and Logan. She will be fondly remembered...

Feb 18, 2023

Passed away with family by his side at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Saturday, February 18, 2023.

Funeral Service to be held at Harvest Bible Chapel, 7 George Street, Barrie on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at 1 o'clock p.m. Interment Innisvale Cemetery.

Feb 18, 2023

Ruth was called home to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, February 18, 2023, at the West Parry Sound Health Centre at the age of 88. Beloved wife of the late Robert Smith. Loving mother to Brian Smith; Alistair Smith (Kelly); and the late Joy Matevoussian. Cherished grandmother of Maia Smith, Mac Smith, Tegan Smith, Samantha Smith,...

Feb 11, 2023

Vathana Souidaray

August 25, 1952 - February 11, 2023

Vathana Souidaray was raised as a loving, strong moral based person. Loving Daughter to Chandheng Souidaray and Minithong Souidaray. She was a smart,selfless,caring individual with a  huge love for children. She was an excellent, professional caring Elementary School Teacher in her native Country Laos....

Feb 8, 2023

ANDRES LAANSOO, DDS, BScD, FADSA

April 18, 1944 – February 8, 2023

Passed away at his home on Wednesday at the age of 78 after his long battle with Myelofibrosis, a rare bone Cancer.

Andres, the second son of August and Malle (Kobin) Laansoo, was born near the city of Tartu, Estonia at...

Feb 8, 2023

Mildred (Millie) McCourt

On February 8, 2023 Mildred (Millie) passed away peacefully at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie; she was 89 years old.

Born in St. Andrews West, Ontario to Marion MacDonald and Hugh Marren. She is pre-deceased by her loving husband Ren and her sons Steven and Jamie.

Dear...

Feb 6, 2023

Bill was a passionate learner, from memorizing Shakespeare soliloquies to solving mathematical proofs. Bill’s wide smile lit up the room, his presence beamed with an unmistakable joie de vivre. Bill loved his family and was most at home cooking delicious meals and playing mahjong with them. He spent his final years doing all of these things in his home...

Feb 6, 2023

Passed away at Georgian Manor, Penetanguishene, Ontario on Monday, February 6, 2023 at the age of 77. Beloved husband of Anna. Loved father to Cathrine Ling (Nicholas), and Greg Nowak. Joseph will be remembered by his siblings and family overseas.  A Funeral Mass to celebrate Joseph’s life will be held at Holy Spirit Parish, 650 Essa Road, Barrie on Friday, February...

Feb 5, 2023

Visitation will be held at Legacy Funeral Home, 55 Cedar Pointe Drive, Barrie (parking and entrance on Highway 400 side of building) on Monday, February 6, 2023 from 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Spirit Roman Catholic Church, 650 Essa Road, Barrie on Monday, February 6, 2023 at 5 o'clock p.m.

Feb 5, 2023

Julie Anne Pigat (nee Baird)

Passed away at her home on Sunday, February 5, 2023 with family by her side, at the age of 48. Beloved wife and best friend of Mark. Loving mother to Taylor Saunders, Zoe Saunders, Priscilla Pigat, and Brittany Pigat. Cherished daughter of John and Jo-Anne Baird. Dear sister to Joel Baird. Julie...