Local obituaries for
Barrie, Mississauga, and Ottawa, Ontario.
Janet Ann Allen
Dec 26, 2026
Janet Ann Allen
December 30, 1944 to December 26, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother, Janet Ann (Miller) Allen, on December 26, 2025, at the age of 80, after battling congestive heart failure. Mom was known to all as Ann. Born on December 30, 1944, in Toronto, Ontario, to her loving parents, William...
Harvey Bushey
Mar 17, 2026
Our father Harvey William Bushey passed away into God's Graces on March 17th 2026. The sun rose and the world welcomed Harvey on April 7th 1943, a day the world became a little brighter. A warrior throughout life, Harvey was 82 years old. He is survived by many loving individuals, such as his daughter Tammy, his son Harvey Junior, his...
Laura Gail Boisclair (née Howard)
Mar 17, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Laura Gail Boisclair (née Howard), who passed away peacefully with her family by her side on March 17, 2026, at the age of 66.
Laura was a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She will be deeply missed by her children, Kelly (Robby), Michael (Michelle), and Christine (Georges). She was...
Margaret Lillian Duncan
Mar 15, 2026
Margaret Lillian Duncan (nee Flude), in her ninetieth year, surrounded by the love of her family, went to meet her lord and saviour on March 15, 2026, at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie.
Born on October 19, 1936, in Toronto, Ontario, Margaret lived a life defined by love and dedication to her family. She was the beloved wife...
George Robert Piché
Mar 14, 2026
George Robert Piché, known as Rob, passed away surrounded by the love of his family. He was predeceased by his parents, Don Piché and Marjorie Mackenzie, as well as his siblings Carolyn Piché and Don-Marie Piché.
He is survived by his devoted sister Cindy Perry, his former wife Irene Woolsey, and was predeceased by his longtime partner Debora Kerr.
Rob will be...
Patricia Anne Swarts
Mar 14, 2026
Patricia Anne Swarts, 82, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026, in Ottawa in the presence of family. She faced a brave, uphill battle with pulmonary fibrosis, meeting every challenge with the same dignity, courage, and grace that defined her entire life.
Patricia was a woman of infectious optimism and a cheerful spirit. Known for being fiercely loyal and incredibly funny,...
Donald Terry Wismer
Mar 11, 2026
Donald (Don) Terry Wismer passed away at home in Ottawa on March 11, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Born in Edmonton on May 13, 1944, he was the son of Harold Leslie Wismer and Kathleen Alice Quilley, brother of Judy Martin, husband of the late Margit Clara Buchter (Feb 27, 1944 — Mar 17, 2024), father of Sacha, Thomas, Peter...
Steven Gregory Vincent Casselman
Mar 11, 2026
It is with great sadness that I announce the sudden passing of my beloved husband Steven. Steven was 62 years old when he unexpectedly passed away at home. He was a patient, affectionate, and dedicated hard working individual who always put the needs of others ahead of his own.
Born in the bustling city of North Bay, Ontario, he made his...
Nora Johnston
Mar 10, 2026
JOHNSTON, Nora (nee Rogers) April 2, 1932 - March 10, 2026
It is with great sadness that our family announces that Nora Johnston (nee Rogers) passed away at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre on March 10, 2026, at the age of 93. Beloved wife of Robert (“Bob”) of 72 years. Loving Mother of Rory (Lucinda) Johnston, Sean (Anita) Johnston and...
Robbin Shandler
Mar 10, 2026
Our beloved mother and grandmother, Robbin Shandler (Shirley Morosse), passed away quietly on March 10, 2026, at age 77 in Ottawa, Ontario, after a 15-month battle with lung and brain cancer. She was born in 1948, Edmonton, Alberta, where she lived most of her life, but also lived in Calgary, Vancouver, and her last few years were in Ottawa.
Robbin had...
Judith (Judy) Marilyn Dube
Mar 9, 2026
DUBE Judith (Judy) Marilyn - Passed away peacefully after a short illness, at the Maison L'est Hospice in Ottawa, ON on Monday March 9, 2026, in her 79th year. Loving wife to Paul Dube. Predeceased by her parents Alfred and Olive Gagnon, sister Dolores Cyr (Ed), and brother Jack. Leaving to mourn are her children Steven (Candace) and Colleen (Jim...
Vivian Eileen Abma
Mar 8, 2026
Vivian Eileen Abma (née Jessup)
August 9, 1932 – March 8, 2026
It is with deep gratitude and bottomless love that we remember our mother, Vivian Eileen Abma, who passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2026.
We were the luckiest of children to have a mother so full of music, and happiness. She had a passion for books and a gift for creating...
Anna Nadin
Mar 7, 2026
Anna Nadin (née Escombe) passed away peacefully on March 7th, 2026.
Born on May 19, 1939, to Gerald and Betty Escombe, she grew up in St Albans, England. In 1966, she moved to Canada, where she built a full and happy life. Aurora was her home for most of her adult years, and she remained closely connected to her lifelong friends...
Francine Lauzon
2026
C’est avec une grande tristesse que nous annonçons le décès de Francine. Elle nous a quittés paisiblement le 11 mars 2026, entourée de ses proches
Elle laisse dans le deuil son conjoint, Alain Desaulniers, ses deux filles, Nathalie (Yan) et Roxane (Éric), ainsi que ses trois petits-enfants qu’elle chérissait profondément : Alexi, Isaac et Noah. Elle laisse également dans le deuil...
Douglas Henry Drouillard
Mar 6, 2026
Doug Drouillard died peacefully with Pauline, his wife of 58 years, and his children by his side.
Born the eldest son of Henry and Shirley (née Fitzpatrick) Drouillard, Doug spent his youth working at his family's dry-cleaning business. He subsequently pursued theological studies at the Seminary before redirecting his academic path to the University of Windsor. Doug and Pauline met on...
David Grenville Belford
Mar 5, 2026
David Grenville Belford
August 31,1966 - March 5, 2026
It is with absolute sadness to announce the passing of David on March 5th, 2026 in his 60th year. David passed away peacefully at Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie, Ont with his sister and niece by his side. David was born in Brampton, Ont. With many good times and memories- growing up in...
Donald Eugene Asselstine
Mar 4, 2026
Donald Eugene Asselstine, born on July 24, 1956, passed away on March 4, 2026, leaving behind a legacy marked by hard work, dedication, and a deep love for his family and the outdoors.
Donald began his professional journey as a skilled cabinet maker and woodworker, honing his craft with patience and precision. His talents evolved over time, and he became a...
Sharon Manuel
Mar 4, 2026
Sharon Manuel passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.
She was the loving mother of Robert Lanoue (Tanya), Frank Lanoue (Jessie), and Mike McEwan. Proud grandmother of Kash Lanoue (Skyla), Zoey Lanoue (Jesse), Dakota Thompson (Tori), Donovan Thompson (Camille), Nathan Lanoue, Dezirae McEwan, and Montgomery McEwan, and great grandmother of Mateo, Vada, Elly, Delilah, Anikonhrakwari, Forrest,...
John Michael "Mike" Harvey
Mar 4, 2026
John Michael “Mike” Harvey, born February 15, 1942, in Trail, British Columbia, passed away peacefully after a long journey with Alzheimer’s.
Shakespeare’s words in Henry V capture something of Mike: “Men of few words are the best men.” He was a quiet, thoughtful, and kind man who preferred to work quietly in the background and never sought the spotlight. He had...
Louise Fortin (née Archambault)
Mar 3, 2026
Our beloved mother and grandmother, Louise Fortin (née Archambault) passed away suddenly on March 3rd, 2026, in her 68th year. Loving mother to Andre (Natalie) and Nathalie (Wayne), mémère to Justin-Thomas (Rosie), Ethan (Isabelle), Veronica (Andrew), & Meagan (Fabrizio) and great-grandma to Enzo. She will also be missed by her bother Andre (Gisele) and several nieces and nephews. Louise will...
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