Obituaries

Jul 25, 2025

Gerald "Fish" Fogarty, born on May 27, 1948, in Sydney, Nova Scotia, passed away suddenly in Vaughan, Ontario on Friday, July 25, 2025 at the age of 77. A dedicated family man and skilled pipe fitter. Fish spent his career with Local 46, where his hard work and commitment were well-regarded by his colleagues.

An esteemed member of the Royal Canadian...

Jul 5, 2025

William Everett Halman passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at the age of 71. He is predeceased by his parents Francis Halman and Serena Leroux. Loving father to Charlene Garreffa (Thomas) and William Halman Jr. (Kristen Davey). Cherished grandfather of Elizabeth Garreffa, Olivia Garreffa, Jack Halman, Delilah Halman, Persephone Halman and Theadora Halman. Beloved brother of Sandra Phillips, Diane...

Jul 4, 2025

With deep sadness we announce the passing of Richard Lempriere at Mariposa House Hospice in Orillia on Friday July 4th, 2025, at the age of 72.

He leaves behind his son Brian and his three siblings, Kim (Sharon Barnard), Tony (Anton Birawa) and Susan (Guy Beauchamp), as well as grand-daughter Hailey Harper, nephew Isaac Lempriere and niece Emma Rose Lempriere.

He is...

Jun 29, 2025

Patricia Natalie Schellenberg passed away at 94 years of age peacefully in her home as she wished, with family by her side, and the knowledge that she was loved so deeply and meaningfully by her entire family. She is pre-deceased by her husband David Frank Schellenberg, who she raised her girls with while he served in the Canadian Navy stationed...

Jun 27, 2025

It is with heavy hearts and great sorrow that we confirm that our beloved mother, Doreen Futcher, passed away on June 27, 2025, at Simcoe Hospice. She died peacefully at the age of 87 years old. Doreen was a gentle, loving and caring mother to Carole, Jacqueline, John and David. She was a dedicated grandmother and great-grandmother. Doreen proved just...

Jun 24, 2025

William Hudson Fraser

March 1, 1941 – June 24, 2025

With his family by his side, Bill Fraser passed away peacefully on June 24, 2025, in his 84th year.

Bill lived a full and generous life. He was a devoted husband, a proud dad, and a deeply loved grandfather and great-grandfather. Known affectionately by his fellow tire workers as “The Oldest Tire Man,”...

Jun 21, 2025

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Jason Edward Holmes (known affectionately as Jay or Holmes) at the age of 52 on June 21, 2025, at Hospice Simcoe in Barrie, Ontario. He predeceased his beloved parents, Wilma and John.

Jason was a man of profound faith and dedication to his family. He cherished 28 beautiful years with...

Jun 21, 2025

Peacefully at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at the age of 89. Loving wife of Jim Lem (deceased); mother of Tim Lem (Ann), and Andy Lem (Lin). Cherished grandmother (yen yen) of Jarrett, Victoria, Alexandra, and David. Survived by her siblings Chieh Ying Chow, Betty Ing (Daniel), and Hannah Chong (James). Predeceased by...

Jun 20, 2025

Passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 20, 2025 at the age of 49. Beloved husband of Maria (nee Lo Mascolo) for 22 years. Loved father of Charlie Lindsay, Michela Lindsay, Jesse Lindsay, and Katilin David. Loving son of Reginald and Anna Lindsay. Dear brother to Judy Lindsay, and David Lindsay (Aimy). Cherished son in-law to Agnes and the late Charlie...

Jun 18, 2025

Norman Brian Micheal Cox (aka Brian, Buckie, Big Blue)

Passed away suddenly at his home in Barrie Ontario on June 18, 2025 at the age of 60. Son of Norman Armacost Cox (predeceased) and Mary Andrea Weller (nee Broughall) (predeceased), Brian is survived by his siblings Timothy David Armacost Cox (wife Susan), Daphne Suzanne Hale (nee Cox) (husband John) and William...

Jun 15, 2025

Jun 12, 2025

Catherine Jane Smith

With family by her side, Catherine passed away at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at the age of 72. Loved mother to Kendall Garry (Andrea Garry), and Lindsey Grant (Michael Grant). Devoted grandmother to Madison Jane Grant, Laura Catherine Grant, Kingsley Blair Garry and Dylan Rose Garry. Partner to Ron Smith. Dear...

Jun 10, 2025

In Loving Memory of Jeanne Wisotzky

Devoted wife of David. Loved mother to Sacha (Claudia), Serge (Lindsay), and Janet Marshall (Brian). Cherished grandmother to Jesse (Sarah), Serge (Brittany), Carmen-Jeanine, Rachel Risteski (Alex), and Charlize; and great grandmother to Weston, Isabella Power, Callie, Pierce, and two more surprises on the way! Jeanne was a caring and talented teacher, counselor, and a faithful...

Jun 6, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jack Nash on June 6, 2025 at the Royal Victoria Hospital at age 80.

Loving husband to his wife Jane of 42 years and father of Christina (Matt) and Raymond (Courtney). Beloved grandfather of Clarke, Walter, Holden and Lincoln.

Jack was a man who turned Halloween into an art form. Along...

Jun 5, 2025

In loving memory of Mary Helen Menifee (nee Kibsey)

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mary Helen Menifee, who left us far too soon at the age of 60, on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at Toronto Western Hospital. She passed peacefully, surrounded by her adoring family, with her children holding her hands.

Mary was a fiercely loving and endlessly devoted...

Jun 5, 2025

Patrick O'Reilly was born August 4, 1939 in Belfast, Northern Ireland. He played Gaelic games and basketball growing up. He was also involved in Youth Clubs. He married Susan (Lyons) March 5, 1962 and together went on to have 4 children.

In May 1970 Pat & Susan left for Canada. They lived in Toronto for over 30 years. Patrick was involved...

Jun 3, 2025

Passed away with family by her side at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at the age of 64. Loved mother of Michael, Victoria, and Angela. Cherished grandmother to Dillon Mills, Charlotte Goode, and Noah Goode. Beloved daughter of Magdalina Almadi and sister to Gordon Almadi. 

Relatives and friends will be received at Legacy Funeral Home, 55 Cedar Pointe...

May 29, 2025

Murray passed away peacefully at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Thursday May, 29th, 2025 at the age of 65.

Predeceased by his parents Norma and Arthur Mitchell. Cherished father to Courtney (Cole), and Grandfather to Magnus Arthur. Dear brother to the late Norm (Juanita), Stuart (late Norma), Janet (Marcel), Marilyn (late Winston), Karen (Morris), Gayle, Deborah (Herb), Tami...

May 29, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Henry George Oswald Legge on May 29, 2025, at Hospice Simcoe in Barrie, at the age of 80. He departed peacefully with his beloved wife of 51 years, Lorraine, by his side.

Henry was born on January 13, 1945, in Cornerbrook, Newfoundland to Harvey and Selina (nee Somerton) Legge. Though...

May 28, 2025

Passed away at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at the age of 86. Beloved husband of Isabelle (nee Kenwell) for 58 years. Loved father of Donna Koetzle (Fred), Dave Gubbels (deceased), Cathie Gilligan (Wayne), and Chris Gubbels. Cherished grandfather to Ryan Koetzle (Lisa), Megan Guy (Jeff), Cole Gilligan, and Dana Gilligan. Great Grandfather to...