Obituaries
Rocco "Roy" Lazazzera
Jun 1, 2026
Lazazzera, Rocco Anthony (Roy)
December 10,1954—June 1, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Roy (Rocco) Lazazzera, in his 72nd year, at Hospice Simcoe in Barrie on June 1, 2026. For the past two years, Roy courageously fought cancer and always remained optimistic.
Roy was a proud and caring father to son Ryan (deceased) and daughter Kara Lazazzera...
James Sheridan
May 21, 2026
Passed away peacefully in his home in Barrie, Ontario on Thursday, May 21, 2026. James is survived by his brothers Charles A. Sheridan (Lynn), Glen H. Sheridan (Denise), Rodney J. Sheridan; and nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents James H. and Barbara M. Sheridan. A celebration of James’ life will be held at Legacy Funeral Home, 55 Cedar Pointe...
David Allen Neely
Apr 23, 2026
Peacefully In his hometown of Barrie on Thursday, April 23, 2026, in his 90th year. David Allen beloved husband of the late Donna Marie (Neely) Harris. Loving father of Debby (Randy), Derrick (Cathy) and Doug (Louise). Dear grandfather of Brad (Megan), Bryan (Erin), Kyle (Julia), Courtney (Nick), David and Thomas. Also survived by his loving great grandchildren Kate, Emily, Oliver,...
Linda McConnell Davis
Mar 26, 2026
Linda passed peacefully at Hospice Simcoe on 26 March 2026. Beloved wife of Lee Davis. Born in Bridgewater N.S. to Eric and Hilda McConnell [Wynot]. During the war, Linda and her mother resided in Mahone Bay N.S. with Linda’s maternal grandparents as Linda’s father was in the Canadian Army. After the war the family moved to Ontario where her father’s...
Luana Royal
May 29, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Luana (nee Rowlings) Royal at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie, Ontario on Friday, May 29th, 2026 after a brief and courageous journey with leukemia. She was predeceased by her parents Phillip and Margaret Rowlings.
Luana is survived by her husband of 50 years, Brian, 4 children, Katie (Clint), Mary (Adam), Susan (Adam)...
Dr. Helen Elizabeth Williams
May 21, 2026
It is with profound sorrow that the family of Dr. Helen E. Williams announce her sudden and unexpected passing on May 21, as she was called home to be with her Lord and Saviour.
Born Helen Elizabeth Pervitin to Finnish immigrant parents Boris and Toini Pervitin, she was raised in Etobicoke, Ontario alongside her sister Anne Marie. From an early age,...
Bastiaan Hendrik Asselbergs
May 19, 2026
Bastiaan (Bas) Hendrik Asselbergs
February 7, 1952 – May 19, 2026
Bas was a true Renaissance man.
He loved science, art, music, theatre, reading, good food, and golf.
Bas was fiercely devoted to his family and friends and was a proud Rotarian.
He found great pleasure in the sanctuary of his home, cooking scrumptious meals, and travelling in the Netherlands.
Sunrises and sunsets, bird song, the...
Barbara Goard
Apr 17, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Barbara Lois Goard, a woman whose brilliance was matched only by her generosity and determination.
She was deeply proud of and devoted to her children: Art (Heidi), Cindy (Martin) Grant, Debbie (Tim) Woolacott, Jim (Brenda), Pam (Scott) MacLeod, and Don (Linda).
Barbara cherished her thirteen grandchildren and twenty-one great-grandchildren, each of...
Martha Fabello (Dick)
Apr 24, 2026
Martha Dick (formerly known as Martha Fabello)
Martha Lindsay Dick (formerly known as Martha Fabello, “Marty”) of Barrie, Ontario, passed away at her home on April 24th, 2026, at the age of 61 following a long illness. Born and raised in Barrie, Martha lived with warmth, intelligence, and a generous spirit that touched everyone she knew.
Martha was predeceased by her dear...
Anita Masson
Dec 18, 2025
Our beloved has left us behind!
It is with profound sadness and grief that we announce that Anita Masson passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 18th, shortly after noon.
Born in Koln Germany in 1946, her happiest childhood times were spent with her adoptive mutter und vater Katharina & Aloys WENIG.
Either side of this cheerful time lay the desolation of the Roman...
Brian Phillips
May 30, 2026
Passed away at Royal Victoria Hospital on May 30th, at the age of 76.
Beloved husband of Dorothy for 55 years. Loved father of Brett and Jason (Bonnie). Cherished grandfather of Paige, Jackson, and Randy. Dear brother-in-law of Marion Kelly and Barry and Glenda McDonough. Brian will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by their families and many friends.
Brian was a...
Terry Leigh
May 26, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Terry Roland Leigh, on May 26th, 2026, at the age of 74, with his family by his side at Hospice Simcoe.
Loving husband and best friend to Sophie Leigh (Grom), devoted father to his daughter Samantha (Reid) and beloved brother to William (Doreen). He was deeply fond of his many...
Suzanne Hamilton
May 26, 2026
Suzanne Marie Hamilton (née Adamson) May 9, 1960 – May 26, 2026
It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Suzanne Marie Hamilton (née Adamson) on May 26, 2026, at the age of 66.
Known by many names throughout her life: Mom, Grandma, Suzie Q, and to so many simply Sue. She was...
Kurt William Lawler
May 25, 2026
Lawler, Kurt William
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Kurt Lawler on Monday May 25th, 2026, at Hospice Simcoe in Barrie.
Kurt beloved husband of Barbara (Webb). Loving father to Bonnie (Ben) and Michael (Stephanie). And dear Grandfather to Christian, Robert and Sarah.
He is predeceased by his parents Ford and Pearl (Cosgrove) Lawler and his two brothers Gerry...
John Vanderburgh
May 23, 2026
John Stephen Vanderburgh, lovingly known as “Johnny Boy” to many, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2026, at Bethell Hospice, surrounded by his loved ones. Known for his humour, adventurous spirit, and bold personality, John fought a difficult battle with pancreatic cancer with remarkable courage, strength, and determination — qualities admired by all who shared in his journey.
Born in Elyria,...
Margaret Gill
May 22, 2026
It is with deep sadness that the family of Margaret Gill announces her peaceful passing at Royal Victoria Regional Health, Barrie Centre on Friday, May 22, 2026, at the age of 80.
Margaret was the beloved wife of Albert Gill, with whom she shared 60 wonderful years of marriage filled with love, faith, and devotion. She was a cherished and loving...
Alexandru "Alex" Uichita
May 21, 2026
Alexandru “Alex” Uichita passed away doing what he always did — showing up for others. Surrounded by his fellow firefighters, brothers and sisters beside him in service, Alex left this world the same way he lived in it: with courage, loyalty, and heart.
Born in Romania, Alex immigrated to Canada as a young boy alongside his family, where he built a...
Brian Thurston
May 18, 2026
Brian Gerald Thurston passed away peacefully at Hospice Simcoe in Barrie on Monday, May 18, 2026, at the age of 69, with his loving family by his side.
Beloved husband and best friend of Heather Cook-Thurston for 42 wonderful years. Loving father of Leslie Cook, and proud Papa to Tivon Cook, Terrel Cook (Symren Persaud), and Tehya Cook, who brought him...
Lawrence Philip Wright
May 18, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Larry Wright on May 18, surrounded by the love of his family.
Larry was the beloved husband of Cheryl Wright (née Mann) for 46 years and a proud father to Jason Wright and Margaret Emerson of Tottenham, Kim Wright and Cesar Melendez of Barrie, and Courtney Wright and Mark...
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