Obituaries


Local obituaries for

Barrie, Mississauga, and Ottawa, Ontario.

Margaret Roschuk

Margaret Roschuk

Jan 2, 2026

Margaret Roschuk passed away peacefully at long term care in Mississauga on January 2, 2026. She was 88 years old and just one week shy of her 89th birthday. Even though she had been in declining health for the last several years, her spirit of warmth, kindness and resilience still stood out.

Margaret was born in Kirkcaldy, Scotland and immigrated to...

Lynn Morrone

Lynn Morrone

Jan 2, 2026

MORRONE (Millman), Lynn - In her 57th year and after a courageous battle with cancer, it is with great sadness that we share Lynn passed away peacefully on January 2, 2026 at Bethell Hospice, with family by her side.

Though Lynn’s life’s journey presented unique challenges, she faced each day with a resilient spirit and gentle heart. Lynn found joy in...

Tony Pistilli

Tony Pistilli

Dec 30, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Tony Pistilli on December 30, 2025, at Joseph Brant Hospital, at the age of 87 years old.

Tony is predeceased by his wife Amalia and survived by his daughter Connie and his son. He will be forever cherished by his grandchildren, Jessica (Bronson), Stephanie (Anthony), Sierra, as well as...

Peter Leigh Hartman

Peter Leigh Hartman

Dec 30, 2025

In Loving Memory of a Life Well Lived

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Peter Leigh Hartman peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday December 30th, 2025.

He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle who left us at the age of 86. He leaves behind a legacy rooted in kindness, curiosity, and unwavering devotion to...

Nancy Leigh Douglas

Nancy Leigh Douglas

Dec 29, 2025

Nancy Leigh Douglas, resident of Belleville, Ontario, passed peacefully into the arms of her Saviour on December 29, 2025, at Kingston General Hospital following a difficult surgery from which she could not recover. She had bravely endured a year and a half of chronic, untreatable pain in her lower back, culminating in tumor removal surgery in mid-December. Though the surgery...

Denis Gascon

Denis Gascon

Dec 29, 2025

De Sarsfield, Denis Gascon est décédé le 29 décembre 2025, entouré de sa famille, à l’âge de 80 ans. L’époux de feu de Denise Pilon, le fils de feu de Joseph Gascon et de feu d’Alice Bergeron. Il laisse dans le deuil ses enfants Michelle Guindon (Alain), France Pelletier (Richard), Robert (Lucie), ses petits-enfants Nicholas (Amanda), Jonathan (Nathalie), Marilyne, Annie,...

Braulio Francisco Gallardo Torres

Braulio Francisco Gallardo Torres

Dec 28, 2025

Braulio Gallardo passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and will be lovingly remembered by all who knew him. Family and friends will remember him for his cheerful spirit and the joy he brought into their lives.

Visitation will be held Friday, January 2nd, from 12:30PM - 1:30PM at Basic Funerals - Jennett Memorial Centre (152 Bradford Street, Barrie).Funeral Service will follow...

Dorothy Ellis Brouitt

Dorothy Ellis Brouitt

Dec 27, 2025

Dorothy Ellis Brouitt (nee Alder) was born January 23, 1926 in Montreal. She passed away peacefully, December 27, 2025 in Toronto.She is predeceased by her husband, Robert Frederick Brouitt, and sisters Maisie and Vera.Cherished mother to Stephen, Wendy, and David, mother-in-law to Lynn, Patrick, and Marilyn, grandmother to Alexandra and Chloe, and great grandmother to Wyatt. Dorothy was also a loving...

Deborah Hahn

Deborah Hahn

2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Deborah at the age of 57 on December 26th, 2025 at the Queensway Carleton Hospital in Ottawa.

She was a loving mother to her daughter, Lila, who was the centre of her world.



She is also survived by her mother Andrea Hahn (Ryder) and predeceased by her father, Gordon Hahn, of...

Mary Johnston

Mary Johnston

Dec 25, 2025

After a very short, but very hard-fought battle with cancer, Mary passed away on Christmas Day in Ottawa, Ontario.

Beloved Mama to Wendy and her late son, Billy. Cherished mother-in-law to Chad; and Granny to Alex, Stephen, David, Keven, Daniel, and Emily. Granny-by-association to Sam and Andrew.

Sister to Marg, Kay, Joe, and her late brother Tom.

Mary was always the life of...

John Paul Arruda

John Paul Arruda

Dec 25, 2025

It is with love and profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of John Paul Arruda on December 25, 2025, at home, surrounded by his wife and children.For ten years, John fought a long and courageous battle with frontotemporal dementia (FTD). In accordance with his wishes, he remained at home through the entire journey in the devoted and loving...

Ali Mortezania

Ali Mortezania

Dec 23, 2025

In Loving Memory of Mr. Ali Mortezania

October 13, 1944 – December 23, 2025

“The good name of a virtuous person shall never die; dead is the one whose name is not remembered for goodness.”

Engineer Ali Mortezania passed from this life having lived with dignity, honor, and a steadfast commitment to family and public service. He will be remembered for his moral...

Ted Allen Gowan

Ted Allen Gowan

Dec 21, 2025

Ted Allen Gowan passed away comfortably in hospital on December 21, 2025, at the age of 61, after a brave fight against cancer. He will be lovingly remembered by his daughter, Skylah (Marc), and his grandchildren, Mason, Addilyn, Amelia, and baby girl. He is survived by his brothers, Roger (Debbie) and Brian (Carrie); his sister, Sheila (Dan); his nephews, Tylor...

Diana Stuart

Diana Stuart

Dec 21, 2025

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our mom Diana Rosaline Stuart- nee Watchel who passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025 she was 83. Born in Macklin Saskatchewan. Mom was the second oldest of 8 siblings. Mom was a great cook and baker. She worked at Canada Packers( Maple Leaf foods) for over 40 years and...

Jean Warnock (née Powell)

Jean Warnock (née Powell)

Dec 20, 2025

Passed away on December 20, 2025, at the Peter D. Clark Centre in Ottawa, Ontario. Born on January 4, 1935. Predeceased by her beloved husband of 66 years, Richard "Dick" Warnock. Caring mother of Glenn (Maggie Steingass), Bruce (Tina Hogue), James (Sima), Robert (Jennifer McQuarrie), Charles (late Theresa Kanabe), Richard (Claire), Scott (Valentina Antonova), Thomas, Jeanie (John Ogilvie) and Julia....

Umberto Marasco

Umberto Marasco

Dec 20, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Umberto Marasco. Born in Foggia (Italy) during World War II, he was the second of nine children. As a young man, he served in the Italian military for eighteen months, something that he often spoke about and remembered fondly. This experience was the beginning of his limitless curiosity and...

Robert David Noseworthy

Robert David Noseworthy

Dec 19, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert David Noseworthy of Kemptville, Ontario, on Friday, December 19, 2025, due to complications of chronic lung disease, surrounded by his children.

Robert was a proud and accomplished man with a strong sense of community who devoted much of his career to the development of Kemptville. Born and raised in...

Gaston Brière

Gaston Brière

Dec 19, 2025

C’est le cœur lourd, mais soulagés de savoir que ses souffrances ont pris fin, que nous vous annonçons le décès de notre être cher et extraordinaire, Gaston Brière, survenu le 19 décembre 2025 à l’établissement de soins palliatifs Bruyère Saint-Vincent.

Il s’est éteint entouré de ses deux enfants, Geneviève Brière et Emmanuel Brière.

Papa était une personne exceptionnelle, dotée d’un immense cœur,...

Lena Myrtle Hislop

Lena Myrtle Hislop

Dec 18, 2025

Lena Myrtle Hislop passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025, at Hospice Simcoe. She was the loving wife of the late Del Hislop, who predeceased her on January 19, 2014.

Lena was a devoted and proud mother to her daughter Leah (Hutchings), and an adoring grandmother to Dustin (Natalie), Gavin (Emma), and Devon (BJ). She will watch over her three great-grandchildren...

Nicole Dinelle Leger

Nicole Dinelle Leger

Dec 17, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nicole Dinelle Leger, devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She passed away on December 17, 2025 at the age of 77.

Beloved wife of Serge Leger of 29 years.  She leaves behind 7 children, 14 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Her loving family and friends will deeply miss her.

Nicole was...

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