Obituaries

Apr 17, 2023

Gregory “Greg” McGrath

October 16, 1961 – April 17, 2023

It is with a sad heart we announce the passing of Gregory C. McGrath.

Greg was a kind, generous, very stubborn, caring and a very unique man. He took pride in everything he did and passed that on to everyone he met. Attending...

Apr 17, 2023

Richard Benjamin Boswell

May 7, 1940 – April 17, 2023

It is with profound sadness that the family of Richard announce his passing at Hospice Simcoe. He was the beloved husband and best friend of Mary. Proud Father and Stepfather of Cathy and Gord, Cary and Angela, Rob, Peter and Heather, Jennifer and Aaron, Carey...

Apr 6, 2023

It is with heavy hearts for the loss of a heart so big that we share of the sudden passing of Dr. Tim Henshaw on April 6, 2023.  Tim was in his 69th year of a life of purpose and devotion to serving others.  His beloved bride of 42 years Jane (nee Sinclair), and his children Christena (Darius) Rackus...

Apr 6, 2023

Passed away at Barrieview Manor, Barrie on Thursday, April 6, 2023 at the age of 91 with family by his side. A family gathering will take place at Legacy Funeral Home at a later date.

Apr 2, 2023

Sadly, we regret to announce that Frieda Telke, 83, passed away peacefully on the afternoon of Sunday, April 2nd, 2023, surrounded by family at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie, Ontario.

She was born on Feb 12th, 1940, in Lonke, Poland to Olga Mietz and Robert Telke and emigrated to Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, Canada.

Frieda loved gardening,...

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...