Obituaries

Jason Holmes

Jason Holmes

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...

Judy Lem

Judy Lem

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...

Kevin Lindsay

Kevin Lindsay

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...

Norman Brian Michael Cox

Norman Brian Michael Cox

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...

Catherine Smith

Catherine Smith

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...

Jeanne Wisotzky

Jeanne Wisotzky

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...

Jack Nash

Jack Nash

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...

Mary Helen Menifee

Mary Helen Menifee

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...

Patrick O'Reilly

Patrick O'Reilly

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...

Magdalena "Maggie" Pengelly

Magdalena "Maggie" Pengelly

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...

Murray Mitchell

Murray Mitchell

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...

Henry George Legge

Henry George Legge

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...

Peter Gubbels

Peter Gubbels

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...

Emile Savard

Emile Savard

May 26, 2025

Emile Savard was born on May 30, 1949, and passed away on May 26, 2025, just shy of his 76th birthday.

He was a loving father of Rodney, Daniel, Denis, Lori Ann and Monique. Dear brother of Roger of Sudbury, Cecille of Sudbury and Raymond of Barrie.

A Celebration of Emile’s Life will be held on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at 1...

Wilma Patzer

Wilma Patzer

May 22, 2025

Wilma Elizabeth Patzer went home to be with her Lord on May 22, 2025 at age 87. Predeceased by her husband Fred, mother Elsie (nee Feaver), father William Murduck, sisters Helen, Marg, Joan, Janet and daughter in-law Lyndsay Patzer. Survived by her sisters Ruth and Pat, her sons families; Wayne and Nancy Patzer, Elisha (Michel), Carolyn, Lauren; Brad and Heather...

Michael Linardatos

Michael Linardatos

May 22, 2025

In Loving Memory of Michael "Mike" Linardatos (Μιχαήλ "Μάικ" Λιναρδάτου)

February 26, 1939 - May 22, 2025

Mike Linardatos, aged 86, of Barrie passed away peacefully at home on May 22, 2025. A steadfast husband, father, grandfather and friend, Mike's life was a testament to kindness, humility, humour and quiet strength.

Born on February 26, 1939, in Patras, Greece, Mike grew up with...

Elaine Hotchkiss

Elaine Hotchkiss

May 22, 2025

On May 22nd , 2025. Elaine Edna Hotchkiss (Holtham) in her 85th year, with her husband and daughters by her side entered into the presence of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

Beloved wife of Donald Wayne Hotchkiss, her soulmate and best friend. Precious mother to April & Dale (Dave). Stepmom to Graeme, Bryan (Barb),and Andrea. Adoring Grandmother to Brendan (Jordan),...

Ronald Sokolik

Ronald Sokolik

May 21, 2025

Ronald (Ron) Sokolik

December 18, 1951 – May 21, 2025

With heavy hearts, we share that Ron Sokolik passed away peacefully at home on May 21, surrounded by love. He was the beloved husband and best friend of Ruth, with whom he shared 51 years of unwavering love, laughter, and partnership.

A devoted son, brother, brother-in-law, and proud uncle, Ron was deeply loved...

Herman Hess

Herman Hess

May 21, 2025

Passed away at Hospice Simcoe at the age of 94. Herman, born in Pforzheim, Germany, spent his youth exploring the Black Forest and its mountains. His mother, a harpist in the orchestra, and his father, a goldsmith, passed down an artistic spirit that shaped his life. Herman poured his creativity into theater, crafting puppets and staging shows, but his true...