Tributes

Recent obituaries in the Orillia and surrounding areas

John Michael (Jack) Kearney

John Michael (Jack) Kearney

Feb 8, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of John Michael (Jack) Kearney on Thursday, February 8, 2024, at the age of 77. Jack passed away at Royal Victoria Hospital with family at his side after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Loving husband and best friend of Shirley (Boyd) for 56 years. Devoted father of Janette (Steve)...

Glenn Lorrie Morris

Glenn Lorrie Morris

May 11, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Glenn Lorrie Morris on Saturday, May 11, 2024, in his 76th year.Beloved husband of 47 years to Noreen (nee Henshall). Devoted father to Kevin (Samantha), Kimberley (predeceased), Jennifer (Matt) Wise. Proud Papa to Abbie, Emmy, Judson, and Miles. Dear brother to Brian (predeceased) (Carol), Harley (predeceased), Dana (June),...

Sylvia Jean Beard

Sylvia Jean Beard

May 11, 2024

Beard; Sylvia Jean (nee Storey)Went home to her Lord and Saviour on Saturday, May 11, 2024 at the age of 75. Sylvia, beloved wife of David Beard for 53 years. Loving mother of Deanna Davignon (Etienne) and Lauren Baker (Jonathan). Proud Nana of Nathan, Saskia & Sophia Davignon and Julia & Patrick Baker. Loved sister of Robert Storey (Marilyn) and...

Norma Ruth Leigh

Norma Ruth Leigh

May 10, 2024

It is with great sadness the family of Norma Leigh grieve her passing, with her family by her side, at Mariposa House Hospice on May 10, 2024 in her 94th year.Norma Ruth (Scott) Leigh was the beloved wife and best friend of Lloyd Robert Leigh (predeceased August 4, 2009).  Dearly loved mother of Sandy & Brian Shelswell, Rugby, Debbie &...

Attilio Gagliardi

Attilio Gagliardi

May 7, 2024

Passed away at Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital on May 7, 2024 in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Maria (nee Macchione). Loving father of Franca (Mark Kruse), Anna Rosa Gagliardi and Maria Lorenzia Marchiori. Dear grandfather of Andrew Mogan, Sarah Mogan and Luisa Marchiori. The family will receive visitors at the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West Street North, Orillia from 4...

Bryan Thomas Hamilton

Bryan Thomas Hamilton

May 7, 2024

Hamilton; Bryan ThomasBryan Thomas Hamilton, born on December 31, 1954, in Toronto, Ontario passed away peacefully on Tuesday  May 7, 2024, at Soldiers Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Bryan is survived by his devoted wife of 50 years, Onelia, cherished son Robert, adored daughter Lisa, and son-in law Rob. Bryan was a man of few words but immense strength....

Joseph "Joe" Wehby

Joseph "Joe" Wehby

May 6, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Joseph Emmanuel on May 6, 2024 in his 84th year. Joe will be dearly missed by his beloved wife of 57 years, Edna (nee Esson). Joe leaves behind his children Nadeen (Steve), Edward, and George (Laurie). Proud grandfather to six wonderful and talented grandchildren Maryssa (Matthew), Mason, Geordyn,...

Cathie McBride

Cathie McBride

May 6, 2024

Cathie McBride (nee Phillips) passed away peacefully in her sleep in her 85th year, in Orillia on May 6th, 2024.

Cathie was predeceased by her husband, Eugene (d. 2019), and will be remembered by her three children, Doug (Jennifer), Dave (Tracy), and Nancy.  Grandma will be deeply missed by Shannon (Cody), Taylor (Matthew), Kristie, Hannah (Philip), Elizabeth (Gunner), Spencer (Brad), and...

Mary Anne Martin-Hipwell

Mary Anne Martin-Hipwell

May 5, 2024

July 19, 1946 – May 5, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Anne Martin-Hipwell on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at home surrounded by family. Beloved wife of John Hipwell. Loving mother to Stacey (Bill), Kelly, Matthew (Jenn), and stepmother to Glen and Dawn. Devoted Nana of Jacob, Rachel, Tyson, Kaiden, Jadelyn (Ken). Proud great-grandmother...

Edith Margaret Dicker

Edith Margaret Dicker

May 3, 2024

Dicker; Edith Margaret (nee Beiers)It is with profound sadness that the family of Edith Margaret Dicker (Beiers) announce her peaceful passing on May 3rd, 2024 at the age of 92 years. Peacefully and surrounded by her family, at Soldiers Memorial Hospital.Edith was born on April 16th, 1932. She was a dedicated Nurse for over 30 years at the Huronia Regional...

"Rick" Kendrick Allan Elder

"Rick" Kendrick Allan Elder

May 2, 2024

Elder; (Rick) KendrickPeacefully at home, Oro-Medonte, on Thursday, May 2nd, 2024, at the age of 79 years. Rick, beloved husband of Gloria (nee Hodgkinson) for 59 years. Loving father of Rick (Candy) and Terry ( Thomas) Crosbie. Loved by his grandchildren Paul, Tyla (Goku) and Tom. Rick is predeceased by his parents Russell and Gladys Elder, brother Gary (Mary) Elder...

Edward Murphy

Edward Murphy

May 1, 2024

Murphy; Edward  "Ed"Peacefully, at Spencer House, Orillia, on Wednesday, May 1st, 2024, at the age of 83 years.  Edward, beloved husband of Denise (nee O'Brien).  Loving father of Anita (Ron) Furlan, Kristen Murphy, Siobhan (Carl) Beckett and Adrian (Tammy) Murphy.  Cherished grandfather of Nathanel, Mitchell, Keith, Erin, Alana, Liam and Galen.  Dear brother of Christopher (predeceased)(Patricia) Murphy and James Murphy....

Linda Anne Mullen

Linda Anne Mullen

Apr 30, 2024

Mullen; Linda Anne (nee Dailey)After visiting with so many of the people she loved, Linda Anne Mullen (nee Dailey) passed peacefully on April 30th at the age of 85, to be with the ones who have gone before her, including her husband George (1997) and her parents Clifford and Anne Dailey (nee Bishton). She leaves behind her three children, Tim Mullen...

William Elder Robson

William Elder Robson

Apr 30, 2024

William Elder Robson (July 3, 1926 – April 30, 2024)

Elder Robson died at The Mariposa Hospice House in his 98th year. He was the devoted husband of Barbara (McKerroll) for 71 years. Elder was the loving father of Bill (Teresa) and Sharon (Michael), kind grandfather to Leslie and Erin (Jess), and playful great grandfather of Adrianna and Evans. He was...

Ryan Reed

Ryan Reed

Apr 28, 2024

Reed, RyanOn Sunday, April 28th, Ryan Reed of Severn, Ontario passed away suddenly at the age of 41.  He was born in Orillia, Ontario on January 18, 1983 to  Roland and Kim Reed.  A lifetime resident of the area, Ryan purchased his first home in Washago with his highschool sweetheart, June.  Ryan was an entrepreneur who owned World Class Renovations...

William Melven MacMillan

William Melven MacMillan

Apr 27, 2024

MacMillan; William MelvenMelven passed away at Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, Orillia, on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at the age of 79 years. Melven MacMillan, beloved husband of the late Sharon (nee Elliott). Loving father of Billy MacMillan, Wallace MacMillan, Melody Eklund, Robert MacMillan, Tammy King, Sylvania Walker and their significant others. Cherished grandfather of 19 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Dear...

Richard "Rick" DeFrederico

Richard "Rick" DeFrederico

Apr 25, 2024

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Richard "Rick" Ross DeFrederico, on April 25, 2024 at the age of 55. Beloved son of Renee and Leonard Murphy; dear brother to Lonnie, Doug, and Patricia. Proud father to Christina , Ricky, Nicky, and Krista. Rick's presence will be dearly missed by his extended family, friends, and all who...

Margaret "Peggy" Cornelia Goddard

Margaret "Peggy" Cornelia Goddard

Apr 25, 2024

Goddard; Margaret (Peggy) Cornelia (nee Beairsto)On Thursday, April 25, 2024, the family, friends, and countless others who were touched by Peggy Goddard's compassion and care were forced to say our earthly goodbyes. Margaret (Peggy) Goddard (nee Beairsto) was born in Fredericton, New Brunswick, on July 30, 1942, to Walter and Margaret (nee Steeves) Beairsto, in a bustling home that eventually included...

Glenn Christian Roy

Glenn Christian Roy

Apr 22, 2024

Roy, Glenn Christian,Passed away suddenly at Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital on Monday April 22, 2024 at the age of 54. Glenn beloved son of Jo-anne and the late Denis Roy. Proud father of Johnathon, Vanessa and Joshua. Loved brother of Russ (Robin) and Dean. Arrangements entrusted to the Mundell Funeral Home.

Leslie Jean Dechaine

Leslie Jean Dechaine

Apr 18, 2024

Leslie Jean Dechaine (née Davis) passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, at the Orillia Soldier’s Memorial Hospital on April 18, 2024 in her 73rd year. Beloved wife and best friend of David Eric Dechaine, loving mother of Lee (Amy), dear grandmother of Islay and Kash, daughter of the late Lois and Allan Davis,  sister of Ryrie Davis (Lorrie). She...

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