Obituaries
Carlo Fedrigucci
Feb 27, 2025
Carlo Fedrigucci, a beloved entrepreneur and devoted family man, passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on April 26, 1942, in Quebec, Carlo lived a life rich in love, laughter, and delicious home-cooked meals that warmed the hearts of all who knew him.
His entrepreneurial journey began with a passion for providing quality services to...
Mya Carolyn Elizabeth Sasseville
Feb 26, 2025
Mya Sasseville passed away in Toronto on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. Beloved daughter of Jennifer Dicken (nee: Mauro) and the late Jerry (Dillan) Sasseville. Loving granddaughter of Carolyn and Donald Knight and the Late Vito Mauro and partner of B. Menezes. Dear niece of Mario Mauro, Erik Mauro and Devon Knight. Leaving behind many friends and family.
Mya graduated from St....
Gordon Baker
Feb 19, 2025
Gordon Baker
July 29th, 1930 – February 19th, 2025
It is with sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Gordon Baker, at Woods Park Care Centre in Barrie, Ontario, on February 19th, 2025. Gordon was in his 95th year. Gordon was born in the village of Mayfield in East Sussex, England and immigrated to Canada with his parents and younger brother...
Ross Edward Pattenden
Feb 19, 2025
Passed away at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at the age of 87. Beloved husband of the late Shirley (nee Allen). Loved father of Ted Pattenden (Vanie Del Mul), and Tanna Pattenden (late Scott Pilbeam). Grandfather to Michael and Mitchell (Laura) Pilbeam and special “grandfather” to Johnny. Dear brother to Ray (Lynda) Pattenden, Bill...
Dr. Walter Gordon Morris
Feb 18, 2025
Dr. Walter Gordon Morris December 16, 1938 – February 18, 2025
On Tuesday February 18, 2025, in his 87th year, Walter (“Wally”) passed peacefully into the presence of his Lord and Saviour. Loving husband of Dorothy Margaret (nee Lloyd) for 57 years. Loving father of Kevin, Warren (Lenore), and Stephen (Adrianne). Proud Papa to Emily, Sarah (David), Laura, Melanie, Jacob, and...
Deborah "Debbie" Townsend
Feb 7, 2025
Deborah Anne Townsend nee Britnell June 13th, 1950, in the city of Barrie. It is with profound sadness that we announce the very sudden passing of our Mum, Nana and Sister on February 7th 2025.
Debbie was a force to be recognized, a strong independent individual and compassionate woman.
She dedicated her life caring for the dying, elderly and people in need.
She...
James Woollett
Feb 4, 2025
In Loving Memory of James Woollett
James Woollett was born on August 29, 1943, to parents Norman and Jessie Woollett (both deceased). Although he loved to tell the charming tale of being born in the back of his parents' flower shop, James made his grand entrance into the world at Toronto Grace Hospital on Church Street, Toronto—a location fittingly nestled in...
Mary Brown Tweedie Noonan
Feb 1, 2025
It is with sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Mary Brown Tweedie Noonan (nee Chapman), at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie, Ontario, on February 1, 2025, at the age of 85. Mary was born in Scotland in 1939 and came to Canada with her husband and two young daughters in 1967. She will be remembered as...
Cécile Lucienne Lachance
Feb 1, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of Cécile Lachance (née Levasseur) on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Victoria Village Long-Term Care in Barrie, at the age of 84.
Cécile was predeceased by her beloved husband, Clément Lachance of Kapuskasing. She is lovingly remembered by her children, Monique Bouchard (late Daniel), Yvan Lachance (Helen), Rachel Lachance-Jaureguizuria (Richard),...
Sheldon Allan Schleiffer
Jan 30, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Sheldon Schleiffer, on January 30, 2025 in his 71st year.
Shell was the beloved husband and best friend of Denise for 41 wonderful years. A devoted father to Michelle (James) and Stephanie (Ryan). He was a proud Pop to Jacob and Izzy. He was a loving brother to Rick...
Lyle Smith
Jan 30, 2025
Lyle Allan Smith,
Passed away peacefully at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at the age of 100 years and 6 months. He lived a life rich in love, commitment, and service, leaving behind an enduring legacy that will forever be cherished by those who knew him.
Lyle's journey began on the family farm, where he spent...
Gilbert van der Horden
Jan 30, 2025
van der Horden, Gilbert
May 19, 1943 - January 30, 2025
Promoted to Glory on Thursday, January 30, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Gilbert, beloved husband of Kathryn for 33 years. Survived by his children Ruth (Malcom), David (Linda), Laura (David), Eric, Christopher (Jennifer), Matthew (Janine), and Stephen (Katherine). Missed by his grandchildren Melissa (Scott), Diane, Michael, Peter, Ruby, Leila, Sarah, Caleb, Logan,...
Leonard Burke
Jan 30, 2025
Leonard Burke
June 1, 1932 ~ January 30. 2025
At Victoria Village Manor with family by his side, Leonard passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at the age of 92. Loved son of the late Ivan and Jessie Burke of Churchill. Cherished brother to Lois Burke of Barrie. At this time there will be no public visitation or services. A family...
Gerald "Jerry" Smeding
Jan 27, 2025
Jerry Smeding (1953-2025)
Death…..the Final Frontier, and so ends the voyage of Jerry (Gerald/Geert) Smeding. His 71-year mission: to explore new interests with passion, vigor, and enthusiasm; to seek out great community and even greater music; to boldly sing, loud and proud, wherever a willing ear was to be found.
Jerry passed away suddenly and peacefully at Stevenson Memorial Hospital on January...
Wayne Douglas Litster
Jan 21, 2025
At Woods Park Care Centre, Wayne went home to his Lord and Saviour on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at the age of 79.
He was born in Niagara Falls, Ontario, but spent most of his life in Simcoe County.
In his youth, Wayne was a good athlete in a variety of sports and liked to be very competitive.
Later, Wayne channelled his energies...
Kenneth Firth
Jan 20, 2025
It is with profound sadness that the family of Kenneth James Firth announces his passing in the loving presence of his wife and four children on January 20th, in his 86th year, after a brief illness.
Ken is survived by his wife and best friend, Saundra, of 65 years, and by his four children, Kimberley Firth (Miriam), Lesley Lebel (Marc), Meredith...
Debbie McMahon
Jan 16, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the loss of Debbie Joan McMahon (nee Nesdoly) on January 16, 2025. She passed away peacefully at home, in Barrie, Ontario with family by her side after complications with liver disease.
Debbie was born to Victor and Marion Nesdoly on July 8, 1959, in Drumhellar, Alberta. Before moving to Calgary, where she was...
Donald Grant Fleming
Jan 14, 2025
Donald Grant Fleming
May 23, 1937 – January 14, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and love that we announce the passing of Donald Grant Fleming, a husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, uncle, teacher, mentor, and friend, who passed away peacefully in his sleep at Hospice Simcoe on January 14th, 2025, at the age of 87. He was preceded in death by his...
Sally Jane Shearer
Jan 12, 2025
Sally Jane Shearer, 85, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025, surrounded by love and comfort. Sally is survived by her husband of 59 years, Doug Shearer; her son, Paul Shearer; her daughter, Patty Eagles and husband Darren Eagles; and her grandchildren, Kurtis and Kara and was valued by all who knew her. Sally was a woman of remarkable talent...
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