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Robert "Glenn" Johnston

Robert "Glenn" Johnston

Sep 10, 2024

Robert “Glenn” Johnston, 71, of Barrie, passed away peacefully in his sleep on 10 September 2024. 

Born in Barrie, but raised in Allandale, Glenn was the youngest son of Garnet and Gwen Johnston. 

Glenn was a devoted and loving husband. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth; son Curtis; son Gregory (Mary); grandchildren Mia; Iylah; Kira; Soraya; Kyle and Shania. Great grandchildren...

Matthew Simpson

Matthew Simpson

Sep 9, 2024

It is with heavy hearts we are announcing the passing of Matthew Robert Simpson, age 47.

Matthew was born in Amherst, Nova Scotia and later moved to Toronto. Matthew acquired his Paralegal license and real estate license in Toronto, he loved what he did, and could accomplish anything he put his mind to.

Matthew is survived by his partner, Jin Li, her...

Louise Morin

Louise Morin

Sep 9, 2024

3 août 1960 - 9 septembre 2024

C’est avec grande tristesse que nous vous annonçons le décès de Madame Louise Morin, survenu le 9 septembre 2024, tout juste à l’âge de 64 ans, entourée de l’amour de sa famille. 

Elle laisse dans un profond chagrin son conjoint Laurent Lavergne, ses deux enfants, Chloé et Alexis Lavergne, ses soeurs Mireille Morin (François Pagé),...

Heather Ann Barton

Heather Ann Barton

Sep 9, 2024

Heather Ann (Miller) Barton passed away peacefully September 9th 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. She is survived by her loving children Kimberly (and partner Edward) and Jeffrey, and her cherished grandson Hunter.

Heather was a wonderful mother, devoted grandmother, and a great friend to many. She was known for her warmth, kindness, sense of humour, and her ability to...

Shu Ren Fu 傅树人

Shu Ren Fu 傅树人

Sep 9, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Shu Ren Fu, who left us on September 9, 2024 at the age of 91, shortly after celebrating his birthday. Shu Ren was a highly respected Research Science Professor at the Guangzhou Institute of Chemistry, Academia Sinica, Guangzhou, P. R. China. His research was prominently featured in the Journal...

Sarah Lynn Whitehead

Sarah Lynn Whitehead

Sep 8, 2024

Sarah grew up playing the piano, singing and drawing. The eldest daughter of Reverend David Whitehead and Reverend Linda Whitehead

she loved working with children and spent many happy summers at Gracefield Presbyterian Camp. She studied Music and Classics at Brock University and went on to complete a Master of Divinity at Knox College in Toronto. After several years working in...

Herbert Gerald Cole

Herbert Gerald Cole

2024

November 1922 to September 2024 

Herb was blessed to have written the long story he did, with all its twists and turns, loves and losses - the story of a lifetime that was uniquely his.

Herb studied his passion, Architecture, at the University of Toronto and graduated in 1947. His practice took him from Toronto to Port Hope, Whitby and Oshawa, where...

Harry van der Veer

Harry van der Veer

Sep 8, 2024

It is with sadness to announce the passing of Harry van der Veer at 88 years old on September 8th, 2024 at the Ottawa General Hospital.

He is survived by his devoted wife Lisa, his daughters Roxanne and Kristina, and his grandchildren Aidan and Tiana. He will be remembered for being a fierce protector and provider for his family, and having...

Anita Louise Powell

Anita Louise Powell

Sep 8, 2024

Our hearts are heavy after the peaceful passing of Anita Louise Powell (nee Doyle) on Sunday September 8, 2024 at the age of 83 at the Ottawa General Hospital. Anita was blessed to have had her daughter Kristina by her side. 

She was born in Saint John, New Brunswick on September 24, 1940 daughter to the late Nicholas Wilfred and Mary...

Geraldine Sullivan

Geraldine Sullivan

Sep 7, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the loss of our dearest Geri (Geraldine) Sullivan who passed away at Joseph Brant Hospital on Saturday, September 7th, 2024, at the age of 70. Geri was predeceased by her parents Patrick and Rita Donnelly and survived by her loving husband John Sullivan with whom she spent many happy years. Geri will...

Barbara Jean Morton

Barbara Jean Morton

Sep 7, 2024

Barbara Jean Morton (née Mayer) passed away peacefully in Toronto on September 7, 2024, at the age of 83, from complications due to Alzheimer’s Disease. She is survived by her four children Wendy Velasco (Edmund), Brian (Jen Mansfield), Eric (Sara), and Rebecca (Eric Lee), her brothers William (Cindy) and David (Sherla) Mayer, and her grandchildren Lauren Velasco (Michael Harden), Julian...

Kathleen Ann Foubert

Kathleen Ann Foubert

Sep 7, 2024

We are truly heartbroken to announce that our sister, aunt, great-aunt, niece and godmother Kathleen (Kapper) passed away on September 7, 2024.

 She was born on August 29, 1956 in Ottawa to the late Armand and Mary Foubert. She will be truly missed by her sisters, Mary (Charles), Patricia (Trish) (Steve), nephew Peter, nieces Krystal, Leighanne and Kelsie and great nieces...

Roger Snowdon Dool

Roger Snowdon Dool

Sep 6, 2024

It is with utter shock and sadness that I announce the passing of Roger, on September 6 at the Ottawa General Hospital, after a brief illness, in his 69th year.

Roger was the son of the late Phyllis and Stanley Dool. He was a beloved son, husband, father, stepfather, Poppa, brother and true friend. He is survived by his wife of...

Serge Huneault

Serge Huneault

Sep 6, 2024

23 août 1947 - 6 septembre 2024 

C’est avec une grande tristesse que nous annonçons le décès de Serge Huneault, survenu le 6 septembre 2024, à l’âge de 77 ans. Il fut prédécédé par ses parents, René Huneault et Eveline (Raymond) ainsi que ses beaux-parents, Fernand et Laurette Bourdon.

Serge laisse dans le deuil son épouse bien-aimée, Louise (née Bourdon), ainsi que...

Peter Wachtler

Peter Wachtler

Sep 6, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Peter Wachtler of Honey Harbour at Georgian Bay General Hospital on Friday September 6th, 2024.

Beloved husband of Eveline and loving father to Michelle (Mark) of Nobleton, ON and John (Lauri) of Torrance, ON. Cherished Opa to Ally, Austin, Cameron, Damian and Melissa. Grand Opa to Hannah, Sadie, Zoe, Lexie and Addie.

Special...

Timothy Wai Fung

Timothy Wai Fung

Sep 6, 2024

The family of Timothy Wai Fung, age 85, of Ottawa, with sorrow and joy, announces his promotion to glory on September 6, 2024, peacefully at home after a courageous battle with cancer. He will be deeply missed by his devoted wife, Pui King; his dear children Amy (Kent Lum) and Andrew (Sharon Fung), and beloved niece Michelle (Andrew McBride); and...

Dennis Carr

Dennis Carr

Sep 6, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, Dennis Carr. He left us unexpectedly on Friday, September 6, 2024, leaving a deep void in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Cherished husband of Dorothy/Dodie Carr (née Bannon), his true partner in life. He was the devoted father...

Sandra Anne Boyuk

Sandra Anne Boyuk

Sep 5, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Sandra Boyuk, a remarkable woman whose life was defined by strength, resilience, and a fierce independence. 

Sandra was born in Sudbury, Ontario, on December 8, 1945, and passed away on September 5, 2024, with her beloved son Michael by her side. 

Sandra lived life on her terms. Her favourite place in...

Ginette Magnan

Ginette Magnan

Sep 3, 2024

Ginette Magnan - aka Tess to her friends, passed away on September 3, 2024.  She resided at Cornerstone Housing for Women.  Daughter of Suzanne Pepin and the late Marcel Magnan. Sister of Michel and Aunt to niece Lindsay and nephew Sam.  Cremation has taken place.   If desired, memorial donations may be made to Cornerstone Housing for Women.

Zofia Kowalski

Zofia Kowalski

Sep 2, 2024

Zofia Kowalski, 95, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 2, 2024, at the Osgoode Care Centre in Metcalfe, Ontario, surrounded by family.

She is survived by her son Roman Kowalski and his wife Fabienne, her daughter-in-law Sheila Green (spouse of the late Richard Kowalski), her grandchildren Martin Kowalski, Brigitte Kowalski and her husband Alex Brault, and her great-grandchildren Noam and Hendrix...

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