Obituaries

Jan 1, 2022

Robert Thomas OwenJune 14th, 1940 - January 18th, 2022

Passed away at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at the age of 81. Beloved husband of June (nee Godin) for 60 years. Loving father to Steven (Lynn), Jennifer, Michael(Sally) and David (Zineb). Cherished grandfather of Ty, Brendan, Brooke, Taylor, Matthew, Zoe and...

Jan 1, 2022

Noah Robert Faris passed peacefully in the arms of his family on May 19, 2022.  Born on May 16, 2022, he brought immense joy to everyone he touched during his brief life.

Noah was the son of Jason and Jessica Faris of Barrie, ON.

He is survived by one sibling, Margaret Faris.

His paternal grandparents are...

Jan 1, 2022

Frederick Robert Gillespie

Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Son, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, Nephew, Husband, and Friend.

It is with a heavy heart to announce the passing of Fred Gillespie. He passed away at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie on Monday, August 29th, 2022, at the age of 80. Loving father of Carl (Rose),...

Jan 1, 2022

In loving memory of Mary L. Davis who passed away peacefully at home with her family at her side on Saturday, September 3rd, 2022. Mary was born on September 16th, 1943, in Midland, Ontario.

Mary will be sadly and forever missed by her husband of 58 years John Robert (Bob).  Mary often commented that she didn’t know...

Jan 1, 2022

Tonello, Robert Daniel

Passed away suddenly at the Royal Victoria Regional Hospital, Barrie on Sunday, July 24, 2022, at the age of 58. Beloved son of Santo and the late Yvonne Tonello. Survived by his son Corey Steingard; and siblings Corinne Badger (Kevin), Beverly Martin (Craig), Randy Tonello (Filomena), Tina Curry (Mathew), and predeceased by Vincent Tonello....

Jan 1, 2022

Esther (Essy) Elizabeth Bull (nee Boilard)

On Saturday, October 29, 2022, after a lengthy illness, Esther went Home to Jesus at the age of 48. Beloved wife of the late Barry. Loving daughter to Catherine Boilard (nee Arnott) and predeceased by her father Armand Boilard. Loved sister to Luc Boilard (Julie) and Christine Boilard. Aunt to Lindsay and Emily Boilard....

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,...

Jan 1, 2022

Gail Patricia Corbett

(25-year employee of General Electric)

Passed away unexpectedly at her home on Friday, April 22, 2022, at the age of 78. Loving wife of James (“Ted”) Corbett and mother of Leslie Joy Corbett (Tim Robert Curry). Cherished grandmother to Lucas James Corbett and Logan Xavier Corbett. Survived by her sister Doreen Bradshaw...

Jan 1, 2022

Ian D. Caunce F.R.I., CMR

A very special man was lost to us on August 10, 2022. Ian passed away peacefully at Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie at the age of 93.

Predeceased by his beloved wife of 49 years, Gwendolyn (nee Macfarlane) 2004 and daughter Carolynn Southorn (nee Caunce) 2007, survived and loved by his daughter...

Jan 1, 2022

Passed away unexpectedly at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Saturday, January 8, 2022, at the age of 66. Much loved mother of Melanie Storie (Norm) and William Simpson (Amy). Cherished grandmother to Ayla, Kinley, Eden, Rianna, Cole, Kayla, Dylan, and Ava. Loving daughter of William and Elizabeth Robertson. Dear sister of Billy Robertson, James Robertson, and Kevin...

Jan 1, 2022

Larry “Doc” Pringle

Passed away unexpectedly at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie, on Wednesday, May 11, 2022, at the age of 69. Predeceased by his parents Allan and Jessie Pringle. Cherished brother to Garry, Andy, and Carol. Loved uncle to James. Doc will be forever loved and remembered by extended family and all who knew him....

Jan 1, 2022

It is with great sadness that the family of Georgina Colleen Wiggins announce her passing at Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie on Thursday, April 14th, 2022 at the age of 88.

Always proud of her family and grandchildren, she loved to share in their accomplishments and celebrations. Georgina was an avid golfer, enjoyed curling and was a talented...

Jan 1, 2022

26-July -1952 – 2-September-2022

Donald (Don) William Abercrombie, 70, of Holland Landing, ON, passed away peacefully at home on September 2, 2022. Loving father to James (Cayley) and Paul (Sarah). Cherished grandfather of Maya, Garret, Elise, Virginia, and Quinn. Beloved son to Audrey (nee Bell) and predeceased by Jim. Don will be fondly remembered by his siblings...

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

J. Loreen Speers

Retired Bell Canada Executive, talented golfer, world traveler and beloved friend to many passed away peacefully at Roberta Place, Barrie on Thursday, August 25, 2022, at the age of 92. Predeceased by her brothers Cantley Speers and his wife Mary, Chuck Speers and survived by her sister in-law Dot Speers. Cherished aunt to Linda...

Jan 1, 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Daniel Jason Lazazzera on Monday May 30th 2022 at the age of 40.

He is survived by his parents Carolyn and Danny Lazazzera, his daughter Daniella Lazazzera, his four sisters, Tanya Marie Lazazzera, Melany Ferdman (husband Rob), Ann-Marie Loveland (husband Greg) and Dianna Lindeblom (husband...

Jan 1, 2022

Addison Angela Sherolyn Dawson, passed away at Sick Kids Hospital on Thursday February 10, 2022.  Addison was born on June 16, 2021 to parents Steve Dawson & Natasha Zylstra.

She will be sadly missed by brothers Cristian & Gunner (the late Raiden) Dawson. Cherished Granddaughter of Sue Dawson & Lyla Reichart, Peter Dawson & Heather McClellan, Tammy...

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

Passed away at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at the age of 69. Beloved spouse of Vissarion “Victor” Trantos. Loved sister of Evelyn, and Doug (Terrie). Dear aunt to Kenzie and Nathan. Pam will be forever loved and remembered by her many cousins, friends and extended family. Following Pam’s wishes there will...

Jan 1, 2021

It is with heavy hearts that family announce the death of Mildred Alma Herries (nee Small), age 97 on Saturday, March 6, 2021 at Mill Creek Care Centre, Barrie.

Born July 13, 1923 in Cloverdale BC., she graduated from Western University, London in 1946 with BScN (Nursing) and worked in Public Health most of her career. She...