Obituaries

Sep 25, 2025

Lyle Morgan Edwards passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 25, 2025 in his 84th year surrounded by his family.

Born on February 5th, 1942 in Midland Ontario to the late Roy and Roberta Edwards.

He was a beloved husband to Phillis (nee Graham) of 62 years. A proud father to his daughters Lisa, husband Brian Ayres and Lori, husband Todd Casier. He...

Oct 13, 2025

Sharlene Osburne (nee Tordiff)July 22nd, 1957 - October 13th, 2025

With great sadness we announce the passing of Sharlene Osburne (nee Tordiff) on October 13th, 2025 at Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie, Ontario. She is predeceased by her mother, Audrey Tordiff (nee Elphick), and her father, William Tordiff.

She will be greatly missed by her husband, Len Osburne, and her three children...

Oct 13, 2025

Dorothy passed away peacefully on Monday, October 13, 2025, at Lakeview Manor, Beaverton, Ontario. Born on February 15, 1948, in Derbyshire, England, Dorothy moved to Canada at the tender age of four where she spent her formidable years in Toronto. Her journey through life was marked by a spirit of resilience and a deep commitment to her family and friends.

Beloved...

Oct 7, 2025

Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, just shy of her 90th birthday.

A courageous orphaned child and survivor of World War II, Ursula immigrated to Canada as a very young mother with nothing but determination. Through resilience and grace, she built a life filled with love and strength, overcoming many hardships and tragedies along the way.

Ursula was a proud...

Sep 30, 2025

Fred Fimio

January 31, 1925 – September 30, 2025

Fred passed away peacefully at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at the age of 100. Fred is survived by his sons Levi and Micheal Fimio; grandchildren Jesse and Dustin Fimio. Fred was a WWII D-Day Veteran and survivor who enjoyed collecting antiques and WWII memorabilia. Fred was...

Sep 30, 2025

It is with sadness, that the family of David “Dave” Dewes announces his passing on Tuesday, September 30, 2025 after a sudden and brief hospitalization at Royal Victoria Hospital.

He was predeceased by his parents Norman and Alma Dewes and his beloved partner, Iryna Logvynenko. Dave will be fondly remembered by his brother and sister in law, Michael “Mick” and Mariann...

Sep 28, 2025

In Loving Memory of Our Precious Angel

A Tribute to a Life That Touched Our Hearts Forever

With broken hearts and infinite love, I announce the passing of my beloved baby Leonas Michael-Hennessy Munroe, who entered this world sleeping on Sunday, September 28, 2025. Though our time together was far too brief, the impact of my precious child’s spirit and presence will...

Sep 24, 2025

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that the Budd family announces the unfortunate passing of Ian Marwood Budd.

Ian, 73 passed away at home in his sleep in the early morning of Wednesday September 24th, 2025.

Ian was born in Corringham, England where he lived with his grandmother. Ian spent the majority of his life in Barrie, where he met...

Sep 24, 2025

It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of Neil Vingerhoets, who passed at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie on September 24, 2025, at the age of 82.

Born in the Netherlands, Neil was one of seven children who emigrated to Canada, originally settling in Oka, Quebec. Neil then spent his youth in Manotick and...

Sep 24, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Cornelis "Kees" Tengnagel on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, in Barrie, Ontario. Born on May 29, 1947, in the Netherlands, Kees dedicated a significant portion of his life to his unwavering faith in God’s Word. He pioneered eight churches and, alongside his beloved wife Faith, served as Pastor for an...

Sep 19, 2025

Annelouise Marion Costello 

May 8, 1980 – September 19, 2025 

Beloved wife of Brian Costello. Loving daughter of Barbara Pollard (Art Crawford) and George Schnare Sr. (Patricia). 

Cherished sister of Chris Schnare (Ali), George Schnare Jr. (Ashley), Susan Schnare, Kris Johnson, Billy Johnson, Gord Johnson (Vanessa), Chesa Johnson, Georgina Aitchison (Adam), and (predeceased) by Garnet Schnare. 

Annelouise will be dearly missed by her nieces...

Sep 18, 2025

The Daughters Kerry Milne and Kim Milne are mourning the loss of their Father Robert Clarence Milne who has passed away at Simcoe Hospice at the age of 82 on September 18th 2025. Robert was born in Kirkcaldy, Scotland. He was the Oldest Son of the late William Milne and late Elizabeth Palka. Robert was Big Brother to the late...

Sep 15, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Casey Ronald Sweers on September 15th, 2025, at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie, after a courageous battle with lung cancer.

Casey was as beloved Son, Brother, Uncle and Friend.

He will be remembered most for his love of music and the joy he found playing his guitar. A simple life spent with a...

Sep 12, 2025

Affectionately known as Bob, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2025, just 5 short months since the passing of his beloved second wife, Anne Statton. Born August 21, 1943, Bob has lived in England, Canada and the US. Known by his stage name, Charles Seixas, he was a well-known stuntman in Hollywood and later an actor in commercials. Always an...

Sep 12, 2025

Sep 8, 2025

We are saddened to announce the passing of Jacoba (Coby) Stiemer on Monday September 8, 2025 at the age of 89. Coby was the wife of the late Karl-Heinz and the dear mother of August, Alex (Fran) and Robert (Kim). Much loved OMA to Lindsay, Mitch, Kyle, Casey, Zachary and Noah and great grandson Brennan.

Coby was born in the Netherlands...

Sep 8, 2025

With family by her side, Delia passed away at Margaret's Place Hospice, Hamilton on Monday, September 8, 2025 at the age of 56. Loving mother of Richard Datcu (Odessa McGarey), Diana Fanelli (Marco), Sarina Savoca, and Stefano Savoca. Cherished grandmother of Mylah Datcu. Delia will be forever loved and remembered by her many siblings, extended family and friends. Relatives and...

Sep 7, 2025

At the age of 64, Shawn passed away peacefully at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Sunday, September 7, 2025, with family by his side.

Beloved brother to Cheryl, Willy, Sharon, and Tracey. Predeceased by his parents William and Margaret Spence. Favorite brother-in-law to Berta Spence. Shawn will be sadly missed by his nieces, nephews, friends and concert buddy Laurie...

Sep 4, 2025

Linda May Wright (nee Long)

September 20, 1955 – September 4, 2025

Linda Wright of Bradford, Ontario passed away peacefully with family by her side at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket, Ontario in her 70th year. Linda fought a very brief courageous battle with cancer.

Linda is survived by her husband Paul of 46 years. She was the loving mother of Justin (Jacetine)...

Sep 4, 2025

Ross Raymond Cotton of Barrie, Ontario passed away on September 4th, surrounded by his loving family. Born on September 28th, 1951, in Scarborough Ontario, to the late Verna Olive (Bonnie), (née Thompson) and Oliver Ralph Cotton, Ross lived a life marked by his strong faith in Jesus Christ, love of family, kindness, hard work, and adventure.

Ross was a Registered Professional...