Obituaries

Feb 24, 2024

Mary Carol Rix

March 14, 1938-February 24, 2024

With sadness but cherished memories, we announce the peaceful passing of Mary Carol 'Carol' Rix on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at Hospice Simcoe in her 86th year of life. Carol will be fondly remembered for her love of nature, animals and inspiring independence.

Carol leaves behind her sister, Georgie (the late Robert Lackie), Sister-in-law Beverley...

Feb 24, 2024

In loving memory of Peter Albert Walmsley

February 5, 1968 – February 24, 2024 

Peter Passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2024 at his home in Barrie after a brief fight with cancer at the age of 56. Loved son of Joe and Sheila. Loved brother of Paul & Val, Barb & Brian, Joe & Patti, Victor & Diane, Graham & Michelle,...

Feb 21, 2024

Passed away with family by his side at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at the age of 74. Beloved husband of Carol (nee Washington) for 51 years. Loved father of Scott Taylor (Christine), and Grant Taylor (Carolyn). Cherished grandfather to Ethan Melanson, William Taylor, Charlie Taylor, and Zeke Taylor. Dear brother to Jean...

Feb 20, 2024

Christopher Gregory Musgrave was a man who was instantly memorable.  Not that he ever went by his first name because he was named after his grandmother; so many who met him, knew him as Greg. This mountain of a man had a magnetic personality, impressive sense of humor, and absolutely amazing sense of wit. He hooked you instantaneously with the...

Feb 17, 2024

Bob Fleming, went to be with his Lord and Saviour on Saturday, February 17, 2024 at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie at the age of 95. Born in Toronto on January 11th, 1929, Bob's life was filled with remarkable moments and cherished memories. 

Among his many passions, Bob had a deep love for music and was fond of singing...

Feb 14, 2024

Irene Lafreniere (née Lincez), passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at the age of 78 in Barrie, Ontario. She was born on October 9, 1945, in Kapuskasing Ontario. Irene’s passing was peaceful, with her daughter, Kalina Cook, by her side. Kalina’s love and support provided her comfort. She will forever be remembered for her kindness and deep love for her...

Feb 14, 2024

Passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie after a courageous fight with cancer at the age of 62. Cherished son of Antonina Sotera. Loved brother of Maria Sotera, and Tony Sotera (Theresa). Dear uncle of Matthew Sotera. Family and friends will be received at Legacy Funeral Home, 55 Cedar Pointe Drive, Barrie, (Parking and entrance on...

Feb 13, 2024

Winters, William ‘Bill’

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Bill Winters on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at Matthews House Hospice, Alliston. After a brave 3 year battle with cancer, Bill went home to be with his Lord and Saviour at the age of 57. Beloved husband of Kim (nee McEvoy) for 38 years. Cherished father of...

Feb 10, 2024

If so desired, memorial donations to Christ Embassy would be appreciated.

Feb 9, 2024

In Loving Memory of ....

Jack Robert Hamilton             (Son/ Husband/ Father/ Brother/ Uncle)                    (1972 – 2024)                 ♥ 

 

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Jack Hamilton on Friday, February 9, 2024. Jack was the loving husband of Jennifer Jones, the beloved son of...

Feb 8, 2024

Feb 8, 2024

Passed away at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie with family by her side on Thursday, February 8, 2024, at the age of 42. Beloved wife of Keith Lines. Cherished mother to Viktoria-Ann Shirk; and loved by Carley and Lucas Lines. Loving daughter to Carolyn Muir. Dearest friend to Lindsey Parken, Pauline Klimek, Barbara Legace, Jennifer McLean, Jesse Morton-Boehme, and many more; and her...

Feb 7, 2024

Scott Alfred Blackburn 
Nov 16, 1963 - February 7th, 2024 It is with broken hearts filled with sadness that we share of the sudden and shocking passing of Scott Alfred Blackburn. 
Scott passed away in Puerto Maldonado Peru at the age of 60. 
He is now home with his Lord and Saviour, and in the arms of his daughter Tatiana. 
Adored...

Feb 7, 2024

Sadly, we announce the death of our father, Blair Tuckett who died two days before his 86th birthday. Dad has struggled the past couple of years with health issues that denied him the independence and opportunities that he had hoped he could continue to participate in. 

Dad outlived the love of his life, our mother Barbara who died almost 12 years...

Feb 7, 2024

Garry Lambright; beloved husband to Naomi, loving father to Elycia, Arianna, and Matthew, and a menagerie of pets, four birds, four cats, and two dogs. Dear brother of Bonnie (Uri) Habicht. 

Born in Welland attending Welland Centennial Secondary School and grew up in the Niagara region. 

He graduated BScHon Urban and Environmental Studies and Geography at Brock University and Municipal Planning and...

Feb 7, 2024

Noel, Elizabeth “Betty” (nee Marsh)

Betty passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at the age of 93 at Coleman Care Centre with her family, who were always her priority, by her side.

Beloved wife of Mathurin for 73 years. Much loved mother of Randy (Lynn), Brian, and Charmaine. “Aunt Betty” will be missed by her niece Pam (Colin Spiers), and...

Feb 7, 2024

Daniel Yousof (Danny) passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family at home on February 7, 2024, after a heroic battle with cancer.

Dan was born in Barrie, Ontario on October 5, 1981. Dan was a powerful, loving, brilliant man who lived his life to the fullest and put his all into everything he did. Dan was quick to help those he...

Feb 7, 2024

Passed away at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at the age of 50. Beloved wife of Jesmond Cassar for 30 years. Cherished mother to Mackenzie and Aidan. Loved daughter of Vanna Sacco and the late George Sacco. Dear sister to Lea-Jane Sacco and George Sacco. Rachel will be forever loved and remembered by many...

Feb 2, 2024

    ×It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of our mother and grandmother, Jane Payne, peacefully at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie on February 2nd, 2024, in her 71st year.

Loving mother to Kirsten (Brent), Jodi (Don) and Gramma to Leland, Corbin, Patrick, Kolby. Predeceased by parents William and Estelle Dimaline as well as two older brothers and five loving sisters. She...

Jan 27, 2024

Steve passed away suddenly on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at the age of 73. Beloved husband of Marlene (nee Armstrong) for 48 years. Loved father to Angela O’Ryan (Chris) and Damon Wheeler (Kristin). Cherished grandfather to Callah and Maeven O’Ryan; and Harrison and Henley Wheeler. Predeceased by his parents Earl and Helen Wheeler. Dear brother to Rodney Wheeler (Aurea) and...