Obituaries

Jan 1, 2021

Deborah “Debbie” Anne (Taylor) Cropley

April 3 1959 Barrie ON - Wed Oct 27 2021 Strathroy ON

After almost 8 months since Debbie has passed, we will celebrate our wonderful daughter, sister, wife & mom, aunt, cousin, friend!   Saturday, June 11th 2022 drop in from 1-4pm at Nikki’s home in Springwater ON. We are hoping...

Jan 1, 2021

It is with very heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of Anita Marie Sheppard on Sunday, October 3, 2021 in her 75th year. Predeceased by parents Laura (Rousseau) and Maurice Jasmin, as well as siblings Robert, Raymond, Irene, Diane, and Lorraine. Lovingly survived by her husband Brendan Sheppard, and daughters Christine, Sophie, and Laura (Tim). 'Gam gam'...

Jan 1, 2021

Passed away peacefully at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie, on Monday, August 23, 2021. Carl Graham in his 90th year was the beloved husband of the late Gloria May Graham (2018). Loving father of Glen, Marilyn McDonald (Jim) and Scott (Gloria Moore). Cherished grandfather of Ashley Goushian (John), Derek McDonald (Katie), Mikyla, Cailin, Ethan (Taverly), Taylor, and the late Mark McDonald....

Jan 1, 2021

Simon John Gooder

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Simon John Gooder at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Friday, June 4, 2021 at the age of 65. Simon fought a long and hard battle with Diabetes and other health issues throughout his life. He was a smart man...

Jan 1, 2021

(Kitchen Manager at the Bull & Barrel for 16 years)

Passed away at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Wednesday, June 30, 2021 at the age of 70. Loved brother to Shirley Smith (Nancy Tidmarsh) of Barrie, ON, Pat Fox (Glenn) of Barrie, ON, Wendy Penny (Jonathan) of Prince George, B.C., and the late Aubrey Rolfe....

Jan 1, 2021

Sierra Jade Schaefer passed away at her home on Sunday, March 21, 2021 at the age of 23. Beloved daughter of Jill Schaefer and Glenn Schaefer (Els). Cherished sister of Carter and Mady Schaefer and step sister to Erin and Jonathan Lemesurier. Treasured granddaughter to Sheila Downs and Audrey Schaefer. Dear niece to Jeff Downs, Lisa Hibma, Jody Walker...

Jan 1, 2021

Passed away at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie with family by her side, on Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at the age of 77. Predeceased by her parents Walter and Ella Wappler and brother Walter Wappler. Beloved mother to Kurt Stahle and his wife Deborah. As per Margaret’s wishes, no public services will be held. A private family interment will take place...

Jan 1, 2021

Linda Anne Grooms (nee Bursey) - 1953-2021

Early December 3, 2021 Linda’s courage and strength were no longer enough to extend her long fight against illness.  Her passing leaves an enormous hole in the lives of her husband Murray, her sons Bradley (Sarah) and Westly Kent, her cherished grandchildren Evie, Xavier and Ethan and her siblings Maureen...

Jan 1, 2021

Passed away at Hospice Simcoe after a courageous battle on Friday, November 26, 2021 at the age of 47. Beloved spouse to Monika Mitchell, who was forever by her side. Cherished daughter of Glossen and the late Rita Cull of Newfoundland. Dear sister of Terry Cull (Tara) and Gord Cull (Vanessa). Loving aunt to Kyle, Terran, Ashley, Jesse, Shelby,...

Jan 1, 2021

BARBARA JOAN FRITH

December 13 1954 – April 16 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Barbara Joan Frith (nee Hutchinson) on April 16th, 2021 after a courageous battle with Breast Cancer. Barb was surrounded by love in the comforts of her own home with her family...

Jan 1, 2021

It is with great sorrow that the family of Madeleine Brazeau announces her sudden passing on June 27, 2021 in North Bay, Ontario at the age of 77. Born in Sturgeon Falls, daughter of the late Donat Brazeau and the late Grace (née Ferguson) Brazeau.  Loving mother of Suzanne (Wayne) of Barrie and Robert of Edmonton. Sadly missed by her...

Jan 1, 2021

David (Reggie) Collingbourne

May 12, 1961 – September 9, 2021

David passed away peacefully, at home, on Thursday, Sept. 9, 2021, in London, Ontario.

He is survived by his wife Jeanette, his parents, Mary Anne and Ronald Francis, beloved father of Aaron Troy and Danielle Marie, his 2 brothers Ronald Gerard (Sue) and...

Jan 1, 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce that we have lost another member of our family. Deborah Louise Kennedy passed away on July 28, 2021 in her 55th year at the Hospice Simcoe in Barrie. Debbie was the Daughter of Dale (Crandon) and her Husband, Brian Jones. Debbie is survived by her Partner, Rob Gow of Barrie, her...

Jan 1, 2021

Passed away at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Friday, July 9, 2021 at the age of 85. A visitation will be held at LEGACY FUNERAL HOME 55 Cedar Pointe Drive, Barrie on Sunday, July 11, 2021 from 5 - 7 p.m. Memorial donations to a charity of choice would be appreciated.

Jan 1, 2021

Passed away at his home unexpectedly on Saturday, February 27, 2021 at the age of 45. Predeceased by his parents Robert Blackburn and Christy Karn (Reg). Loved brother of Matt Blackburn (Tammi). Cherished uncle to Tristen Smith, Cameron Blackburn, Clayton Blackburn and Logan Blackburn. Dear nephew of Donna Winfield (Steve), Norma Morrow (Peter), Nancy Robinson (Jim), Marianne Winterton (Jim)...

Jan 1, 2021

Julia ‘Julie’ A. Dallyn

Passed away with family by her side at Matthews House Hospice, Alliston on Saturday, April 10, 2021 at the age of 71. Beloved wife of Brian just two days shy of their 52nd anniversary. Cherished mother to Andrea Dallyn-Milne (Mark) and Katherine Sansom (James). Loving grandmother “Nana” to Maddison Dallyn; Hannah Madaleno, and...

Jan 1, 2021

Passed away on Sunday, January 31, 2021 at Roberta Place, Barrie in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Antoni W. Hering (2007). Loved mother of Jon Hering (Carolin Green), and Pauline Hering (Jeff Kearney). Cherished grandmother to Paul Kearney, Chloe Hering, and Tyler Hering. Predeceased by her sisters Audrey Boden, Gladys Armitage, and Ivy Colley. Brenda will...

Jan 1, 2021

Angie (Angela) Bennett, age 59, passed away on November 12th, 2021 after her courageous battle with cancer.

Angie was born in Toronto where she grew up as one of eight children to Antoinetta Iannetta. Angie moved around to various places in Toronto throughout her life, until she and her husband Blaine moved to Barrie to purchase their...

Jan 1, 2021

SUZANNE BLACK (SUE):

Graduated into the presence of her Saviour in her home on Sunday, November 14, 2021, in her 77th year, after a courageous five-year battle with pancreatic cancer.

Suzanne was married to the love of her life, Doug Black, for 41 wonderful years, before his passing in 2008. She was a beloved mother, “Grammie,”...

Jan 1, 2021

Jaan Ilmar Salk July 14, 1947 – July 12, 2021

Jaan was born in 1947 in Västerås, Sweden. He came to Canada in 1950 with his Estonian parents, Arnold and Linda, and his older brother, Hans.

For 49 years combined, Jaan proudly worked at the Neilson chocolate and ice cream factory in downtown Toronto and the...