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Local obituaries for
Barrie, Mississauga, and Ottawa, Ontario.
Noreen Helen Elmes
Oct 20, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Noreen Elmes (Walsh) on October 20, 2023, following a courageous struggle with Parkinsons. Noreen was surrounded by her loving family during her final days. Noreen was born on July 3, 1945 in Toronto. She is predeceased by her parents Jean, Duffy and brother Martin.She will be missed by her...
John Forgie Cross
Oct 20, 2023
Cross, John ForgieJohn passed away peacefully at Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie on Friday, October 20, 2023 in his 79th year. He was born on January 18, 1945 and was the chosen son of the late Basil and Jean Cross (nee Stewart) of Don Mills, Ontario where John grew up.
He graduated from Ryerson Polytechnical Institute (now Metropolitan University) and...
Andrew Graham Craig
Oct 19, 2023
At the age of almost 92, with daughter Candice and son-in-law Florian Schuck holding his hands, Graham left this earthly realm October 19th 2023 in Toronto, ON.
He is survived by his daughters Diana Craig and Candice Craig (Florian Schuck), and grandchildren, from Diana, his beloved Ambar and Amandine and from Candice, his dear Lucas.
Predeceased by his parents Myrtle (’91)...
George Soos
Oct 19, 2023
George’s journey began in Hungary where he was born in Budapest and raised in Tatabanya.
He received his Textile Chemical Engineering Degree in Budapest before embarking on a long and fruitful career as a Textile Colourist, and it was through his work that he met the love of his life, his soulmate and wife Julie.
George was not...
Marcel Richard Banasinski
Oct 19, 2023
REMEMBERING THE LIFE OF MARCEL RICHARD BANASINSKI (B.Sc., B.C.L., LL.B.) - OBITUARY
It is with profound sadness that the family announces the sudden passing of Marcel Richard Banasinski (age 61), born in Montreal, Canada, on November 26, 1961, and died in Toronto, Canada, on October 19, 2023.
He was the son of Antoine Banasinski (deceased...
Kiki/Kris/Kristin, PhD, MSW
Oct 19, 2023
Smith, Kristin "Kris" Marie, Associate Professor Toronto Metropolitan University
A lifelong activist and amazing human being. A beautiful mind and heart who will be deeply missed by all who crossed their path.
With profound sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Kristin on Thursday, October 19, 2023. Survived by parents Lynne and Brian, brother Michael, special Aunties Jude and Tina and...
Joan Mary Wright
Oct 19, 2023
In Loving Memory of Joan Mary Wright (née Grant)Born: March 20 1939 - Passed Away: October 19, 2023It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a beloved mother, nana, great-grandma, and friend, who passed away at the age of 84 at Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie. She leaves behind a legacy of love that will be cherished...
Maria Gabriela Castilho
Oct 19, 2023
It is with great sadness that the family of Maria Gabriela Castilho announce her sudden passing on Thursday October 19th 2023 at the age of 52 after losing her battle with mixed connective tissue disease.Maria will be lovingly remembered by her parents, Jorge (Linda), Ana Bela (Victor), children, Nicolas (Jodi), Tyler (Nicole), grandchildren, Nolan & Gabriela, and sisters, Ana (Carlos),...
Ellen Weir
Oct 18, 2023
Ellen Boyd Weir, aged 89, passed away quickly and quietly, with her daughter by her side, in Kingston, Ontario Canada on October 18th, 2023, after experiencing a sudden heart attack. She leaves behind children Rod (Michelle), Aileen (Andrew) and Erica, as well as grandchildren Brendan, Coleman, and Alexandra. Ellen retained her presence of mind, delight in her family and friends,...
Francis (Frank) Burns
Oct 17, 2023
Frank was an avid golfer and an accomplished 10 pin bowler for most of his life. He enjoyed playing euchre and watching numerous sporting games and events. Cruising and travelling played an important role in his and Jean's lives. They were also Snowbirds for over 30 years maintaining a condo in Sunrise Florida after his retirement from the Ford Motor...
Giuliana Buffa
Oct 17, 2023
We sadly announce the peaceful passing of Giuliana on October 17, 2023 at the Ottawa Hospital at the age of 86. Born in Milan, Italy. She was predeceased by her husband, Leonardo. Surviving children Laura (Randy), Alex (Ensuk) and her grandchildren Liam and Ethan. Giuliana shared a beautiful life with her soul mate Leonardo for over 60 yrs. Travelling, playing...
Flora Helen Woodworth
Oct 17, 2023
Flora passed away peacefully in her sleep with her daughter and son-in-law, Joanne and Glenn by her side. She was 92 years old and lived a happy and full life.
Beloved wife of the late James Robert (Bob) Woodworth. Loving mother of Jim (Kathy), Susan, Peter, Joanne (Glenn) and Paul (Laura). Grandmother to Colleen, Shelly, Laura, Jeff, Scott, Allison,...
Ina Ernesta Batson
Oct 16, 2023
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved mother who passed away October 16, 2023. In 1956, with the encouragement of her mother Vashti, Ina Gittens took the opportunity to move from her home in St. Michael, Barbados to start a new life in England where she worked for London Transport. Starting a new...
Madeleine Lécuyer (née Gingras)
Oct 16, 2023
Of Rockland Ontario passed away on Monday, October 16, 2023 at the age of 91. Born in Masham, Quebec on September 28, 1932.
Daughter of the late Godfroy Gingras and the late Marie-Jeanne Albina-Legros. Beloved wife of 71 years to Laurier Lécuyer. She leaves behind her children Nicole (the late Adrien Bastien), Diane (Ghislain Veilleux), Jocelyne, Sandra, Roger (Julie Mayer)...
Sharon Steele
Oct 15, 2023
After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Sharon Steele (nee McDermid) passed away on Sunday October 15th, at the age of 80.
Born in Cornwall Ontario on January 25, 1943 to the late Alice and Charles McDermid, she was the eldest of 4 siblings, mother to 3 sons, and grandmother to 5 grandchildren. Sharon worked hard and continuously...
Veljko Milanovic
Oct 15, 2023
In Loving Memory of Veljko Milanovic
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dearest and loved, Veljko Milanovic. Veljko passed away peacefully at his home on October 15, 2023 at the age of 86.
Veljko is survived by his wife, Gordana, his son, Dejan, his daughter, Bojana (Milos) and treasured grandsons...
Gary Brethour
Oct 14, 2023
Gary Ross Brethour
March 17, 1956 - October 14, 2023, passed at 67 years of age.
After suffering cancer Gary passed away in hospital on October 14, 2023. Gary has been released from physical pain and is now with his beloved mother Mary Parks, and his Grandma Del. Della Gord and her husband 2 dads.
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Frank (Francois) Noel
Oct 14, 2023
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our father peacefully on Saturday, October 14th, while in residence at the CHSLD des Collines.
Frank Noel of Kazabazua, Quebec was born on June 30th, 1944 to Omer Noel and Delores Bertrand. Predeceased by wife Marilyn Day, sisters Theresa and Marie, brothers Peter, John and Maurice. He is survived...
Stephen Michael Geurts
Oct 14, 2023
This is the story of a man named Steve. He was an extraordinary man; extraordinary because of his uncompromisable love of life, and his willingness to share it with anyone he met. He was a wanderer, happy to embark on journeys near and far, and wherever life took him, he left behind kindness, compassion and joy. When faced with adversity,...
Irene U. Doriat
Oct 14, 2023
IRENE U. DORIAT
BORN: April 12th, 1931 – October 14th 2023. May you rest in peace.
MOM
We'll always remember that special smile, that caring heart, that warm embrace, you always gave us. You were a Great Mom to us, Gary and Irene and Grandmother/Oma to Jason. Mom you had a great long life with us that we will never forget,...
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