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Mom died.Leila Yvonne Hunter was born on October 3, 1938, on the Manitoulin Island, to Mary Viola Mercer (Sagle) and Dewey Mercer. She grew up on the west arm of lake Nipissing. She was the middle child, and like all middle children, was extraordinary. (Llewella Velma Elena, predeceased; and Linda Leanna). Mom’s education was not institutional as she was dyslexic....
Zdenka 'Donna' Natscheff, born in Prague, Czechia, passed away surrounded by family on Jan. 30, 2025.
Predeceased by her husband, Dimitr 'Jim' Natscheff, and her cherished son, Paul Natscheff, Zdenka's life was marked by strength and a passion for learning.
She is survived by her loving daughters, Marie and Tania, who will forever cherish her memory and the wisdom she imparted.
Zdenka's warmth,...
Vesna Radović (Trninić) passed away suddenly on January 26, 2025 at home. She is survived by her daughter Maja, son in law Marius, grandsons Marko and Lukas. Her sister Biljana and the Dizdarević family, along with Ivković and Radović families are saddened by this loss.
The family will be holding a memorial service at St. John’s Dixie Cemetery located on 737...
Suzan “Little Purple” Cheung passed away peacefully with family members by her side at the Yee Hong Peter K. Kwok Hospice in Scarborough, Ontario. She was an unstoppable force, a beloved and proud mother, wife, sister, auntie, colleague and a dear and cherished friend to so many.
Suzan was an adventurer, always active, curious and seeking to learn new things about...
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nick Kyriacoulias, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025 at the age of 95. Nick was born in Kaloni, Greece, to Demetrios and Panagoita Kyriacoulias, and he lived a full life filled with love, hard work, and dedication to his family. In 1958,...
Raymond Allison Barton, 78, of Ottawa, Ontario, passed away peacefully, with family by his side, on January 25, 2025. He was born on September 21, 1946, in Fredericton, New Brunswick, but lived most of his life in Ottawa.
Raymond was a dedicated civil engineer, responsible for many Canadian projects from coast to coast. His expertise and contributions made him an influential...
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Judy Perry, who left us on January 26, 2025 at the age of 74. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
Judy was married to her loving husband Jerry for forty-eight wonderful years. Together, they built a life where they were fortunate enough to spend every day of...
Donald James Joseph Houghton Elizabeth(Betty) Yvonne Houghton(nee Dumont)
03/05/1937-10/26/2024 08/14/1941-01/25/2025
We are saddened to announce the loss of both of our parents just 3 months apart.
Donald passing peacefully on 10/26/2024 at RVH Barrie.
Donald was predeceased by his parents Percy and...
It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Frances in her 82nd year at home in the loving presence of her family. She was the only daughter of Elizabeth McKeon and Stanley Dunn. Loving wife of 58 years to Paul, she will be deeply missed by him and by their loving children David (Amy), Stephanie (Chris)....
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Norman Albert Bell, who left us peacefully on January 23, 2025, at the age of 85. Born in Toronto, Ontario, on January 22, 1940, Norman later made his home in Barrie, Ontario, where he built a life full of love, dedication, and cherished memories with his wife and 3...
On January 23, 2025, Thomas Paul Francis, passed away at 65 years old after a warrior’s battle with cancer.
Tom was born to parents, Tom (Sr) and Josie Francis, on June 5, 1959 in Liverpool, England, raised in Toronto with older siblings James, and Elaine. Beginning in school and continuing throughout his life, he excelled at sports, especially team sports including...
It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Morag “Mo” Morrison, beloved mother to Montana, sister, aunt, and friend. Mo left us suddenly but peacefully surrounded by love on January 23 at 4:44 pm.
Mo was a person filled with love, kindness, and faith. She devoted her life to her family and friends, offering unwavering...
David Paul Charlton 80 of [Brampton, Ontario], passed away peacefully on January 22nd at Brampton Civic Hospital. Born on April 25th 1944 in Halifax, Nova Scotia. David Charlton was the son of Florence and Gerald Charlton. Leaving behind a legacy of passion for life and a deep love of family and friends.
A proud Army veteran, David served with honor and...
Peter dePencier, 78, passed peacefully on January 22nd 2025. Born June 11th, 1946 in Montreal, Pete moved his family to Ottawa in 1976 where he went on to open several successful furniture stores in the Ottawa area.
Pete will be remembered for his great smile and his amazing sense of humour as he touched the lives of so many friends and...
Noreen passed away at Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie, Ontario on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, of complications from pneumonia at the age of 97. She was predeceased by her beloved husband and best friend, Richard Paxton, her cherished son Doug, and her parents Charles. D. Prescott and Norah (Woodburn) of The Pas, Manitoba.
She will be forever missed by her daughters...
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Katherine (Kathy) Barbara Reid. Kathy passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family.
Kathy was a proud and devoted mother to Sarah Reid and Kyle Reid and a deeply loving grandmother to Owen DaSilva. They were the light of her life and the heart of her world....
It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we announce the passing of Stuart Hughes, a beloved husband, father, and friend. Stuart passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 21, 2025, at Baycrest Hospital in Toronto, at the age of 76.
Stuart was born on August 1, 1948, in Liverpool, England, to Sonny and Nancy Hughes (née McAvoy). He...
Elaine Szentmiklossy, born on October 31, 1947, in Calgary (Bowness), Alberta, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2025, at Kensington Gardens Long Term Care in Toronto, Ontario.
Elaine was the cherished daughter of the late Leslie Szentmiklossy and Elizabeth (Mickey) Sand (née Hooton). She is survived by her beloved sisters, Shiela Szentmiklossy and Lois Macleay (Szentmiklossy), as well as her brother,...
It is with great sadness and with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved George Apostolou on January 20th, 2025.
George was born on February 7th, 1967 in Toronto. A loving son to Venetia and his late father Vasilios and a protective big brother to Peter, George also leaves behind many uncles, aunts, cousins, nephews, nieces, friends...
It is with deep sadness that the family of Matthew Surkan announces his passing on January 19, 2025, at the Ottawa Civic Hospital, following a brief illness. He was 96 years old.Matthew was predeceased by his beloved wife, Viola Surkan (Boyko), on July 19, 2023, after 72 years of marriage. He leaves behind his two daughters, Diana (Paul) Pepin and...
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