Obituaries
Dr. Helen Elizabeth Williams
May 21, 2026
It is with profound sorrow that the family of Dr. Helen E. Williams announce her sudden and unexpected passing on May 21, as she was called home to be with her Lord and Saviour.
Born Helen Elizabeth Pervitin to Finnish immigrant parents Boris and Toini Pervitin, she was raised in Etobicoke, Ontario alongside her sister Anne Marie. From an early age,...
Bastiaan Hendrik Asselbergs
May 19, 2026
Bastiaan (Bas) Hendrik Asselbergs
February 7, 1952 – May 19, 2026
Bas was a true Renaissance man.
He loved science, art, music, theatre, reading, good food, and golf.
Bas was fiercely devoted to his family and friends and was a proud Rotarian.
He found great pleasure in the sanctuary of his home, cooking scrumptious meals, and travelling in the Netherlands.
Sunrises and sunsets, bird song, the...
Brian Thurston
May 18, 2026
Brian Gerald Thurston passed away peacefully at Hospice Simcoe in Barrie on Monday, May 18, 2026, at the age of 69, with his loving family by his side.
Beloved husband and best friend of Heather Cook-Thurston for 42 wonderful years. Loving father of Leslie Cook, and proud Papa to Tivon Cook, Terrel Cook (Symren Persaud), and Tehya Cook, who brought him...
Lawrence Philip Wright
May 18, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Larry Wright on May 18, surrounded by the love of his family.
Larry was the beloved husband of Cheryl Wright (née Mann) for 46 years and a proud father to Jason Wright and Margaret Emerson of Tottenham, Kim Wright and Cesar Melendez of Barrie, and Courtney Wright and Mark...
Brian Cumming
May 15, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brian George Cumming on Friday, May 15, 2026 at the age of 71. Brian was a loving husband, proud father, grandfather and a true family man who meant so much to everyone who knew him.
Brian shared 50 wonderful years of marriage with his wife Donna, the love of his...
Lorna June Steele
May 7, 2026
Passed away peacefully at Grove Park Home, Barrie, on Thursday, May 7, 2026, one month shy of her 94th birthday.
Lorna was a loving and caring mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend whose warmth, generosity, and joyful spirit touched everyone who knew her. She spread happiness wherever she went and will be remembered for her kindness, compassion, and the genuine interest...
William "Bill" Paterson
May 1, 2026
With saddened hearts we announce that William Towns Paterson, of Barrie, died peacefully at home on Friday, May 1, 2026 at the age of 83. His loving wife of 51 years, Jackie, was by his side in his final moments. He is now at peace.
Bill is predeceased by his parents Robert and Eliza Paterson, and his sister Roberta Saldan.
Bill was...
Sandy Grant
Apr 30, 2026
Sandra Grant, January 30,1942 – April 30, 2026
Our family is sad to announce the passing of Sandra Gail Grant, age 84, of Barrie, Ontario who passed away peacefully at her home on April 30, 2026. She has been a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend, and her presence will be deeply missed.
Sandy was born in Toronto, Ontario on January...
Rodger Dadswell
Apr 28, 2026
Rodger Dadswell passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at Southlake Health in Newmarket, Ontario, surrounded by the love of his family.
Beloved husband of Renee Dadswell, Rodger was a devoted father to Jessica Dadswell (Luke Marshall) and Meghan Dadswell. He was a proud and loving grandfather to Nathan and Maddax Marshall, who brought him immense joy.
Rodger will be deeply...
Miguel Guaita Paredes
Apr 27, 2026
Miguel Angel Guaita, 91, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026. He was born in Ambato, Ecuador.
Miguel was a loving husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, and a loyal friend. He was deeply loved not only by his family, but also by many people he met throughout his life who, over time, became like family to him.
Though born in Ecuador, Miguel made...
Michael Lau
Apr 25, 2026
With deep sadness we announce the passing of Michael “Mike” Manfred Otto Lau on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at the age of 70.
Beloved husband of Barbara for 45 years. Loving father of Stephanie (Stefan), Stephen (Erika) and Matthias. Adored Opa by his grandchildren, Kaito, Seiya and Sofia. Brother to Jens(Kerstin) and brother-in-law to Wolfgang, Britta (Bob)(Keith), Doris (Volker), Mike (Monika).
Mike...
David Allen Neely
Apr 23, 2026
Peacefully In his hometown of Barrie on Thursday, April 23, 2026, in his 90th year. David Allen beloved husband of the late Donna Marie (Neely) Harris. Loving father of Debby (Randy), Derrick (Cathy) and Doug (Louise). Dear grandfather of Brad (Megan), Bryan (Erin), Kyle (Julia), Courtney (Nick), David and Thomas. Also survived by his loving great grandchildren Kate, Emily, Oliver,...
Irene Tripp
Apr 22, 2026
TRIPP, Irene Margaret (Charlton)
November 27, 1936 – April 22, 2026
Peacefully and on her own terms, on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Hospice Simcoe.
Mom was dearly loved and liked by all, especially her family. Dear Mom to Karen Charlton, Lynn and Joe Timms and Cathy Charlton. Adored Nana to Julie Hunter, Shawn and Paige Hunter, Chloe Garner, Sasha and Chad Burchfield,...
Violet May Peacock
Apr 18, 2026
Violet May Peacock (Johnston) of Thornton passed away peacefully at the Barrieview Retirement Home in her 85th year.
Vi, beloved wife of the Late Reg Peacock.
Dear mum of Ruth Cooper and her husband Greg of Thornton, Nancy McDonough and her husband Tom of Midhurst, John Peacock and his wife Clementine of Bracebridge.
Loving Grandma of Kailey, Adam, (sadly missed) Ryan, Brandon and...
Adina Zammit
Apr 17, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Adina Campbell Zammit, who passed away on April 17, 2026, at the age of 55.
Born in Montreal on October 27, 1970, Adina later made her home in Innisfil. She began her career as a chemical engineer before moving into sales, where her intelligence, determination, and warmth left a lasting...
Andrew James McIlroy
Apr 17, 2026
Andrew James McIlroy
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Andrew James McIlroy from heart failure on Friday, April 17, 2026, at the age of 70. He passed at Royal Victoria Hospital with his family at his side. Andrew was predeceased by his parents, May (née Bruce) and Jimmy McIlroy, as well as his sister Rosina (John)....
Saverio Novielli
Apr 17, 2026
Called home to his Lord and Saviour on Friday, April 17, 2026, at the age of 80. Beloved husband of Yolanda for 53 years. Cherished father of Marilu (Domenic) D'Onofrio, Daniela (Michael) McBean, Anna (Daren) Rahim, and Paolo Novielli. Proud Nonno of Anthony (Victoria) D'Onofrio, Rachel D'Onofrio, Giordano D'Onofrio, Noah (Bronte) Rahim, Xavier Rahim, Luke McBean, Levi McBean, Elijah Novielli,...
Ralph Dykstra
Apr 17, 2026
Passed away peacefully with family by his side at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie on Friday, April 17, 2026 at the age of 83.
Beloved husband of Hilda for 61 wonderful years. Loving father of Jeff (Nina), Ron (Cara Lynn), Gerald, Brian (Rie), and Angela (Corey). Cherished grandfather of Nicholas, Nathan, Bradley, Joseph, Joshua, Tayler, and Momoka (Misiki), and proud great-grandfather of Haruto.
Dear...
Barbara Goard
Apr 17, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Barbara Lois Goard, a woman whose brilliance was matched only by her generosity and determination.
She was deeply proud of and devoted to her children: Art (Heidi), Cindy (Martin) Grant, Debbie (Tim) Woolacott, Jim (Brenda), Pam (Scott) MacLeod, and Don (Linda).
Barbara cherished her thirteen grandchildren and twenty-one great-grandchildren, each of...
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