Tributes
Recent obituaries in the Orillia and surrounding areas
Miriam Roberta Harland
August 31, 2024
My dear Roberta - my life. August 31, 2024
Life was never ordinary - it was rich with understanding and shared moments. Equal in love, generous in spirit, and unwavering in support. The ache of loss is deep, but so is the gratitude for every moment we shared.
"If it's OK with you, it's OK with me!"
Harland; Miriam Roberta (nee Dougall) (Longtime...
Harold "Howdy" Raymond McCullough
August 24, 2025
McCullough Harold "Howdy" Raymond (Owner Operator of IAP; International Arena Products)
Passed away peacefully at Soldier's Memorial Hospital, Orillia on Sunday August 24, 2025 at the age of 84. Howdy, beloved partner of Marilyn Asselin for over 41 years. Loving father of Alyson (Jamie). Cherished grandfather of Dylan and Ayden. Proud great grandfather of Bennett. Sadly missed by his stepchildren Dan,...
Vivette Leontine Anna van der Horst
August 23, 2025
van der Horst, Vivette Leontine
Passed away peacefully, with her family by her side, at Sunnybrook Medical Health Centre, Toronto, on Saturday, August 23, 2025, in her 61st year. Vivette, beloved wife of Fred Croque of Severn. Loving mother of Kevin (Shynia) and Dennis Croque. Dear sister of Nicole (Bart) van der Horst and Marcel (Annette) van der Horst and will...
Keith L. Sumner
August 21, 2025
Keith L. Sumner
After an exuberant series of 95th Birthday celebrations, the sun has crossed the sundial for the last time, as we announce with great sorrow Keith’s passing, Thursday August 21st. Keith’s bold, brave and progressive decision to depart with MAID tells of his unique and independent thinking towards life on his own terms.
Following a blissful 69 year marriage to...
Patricia Mary Regan Lewis
August 20, 2025
Lewis; Patricia Mary Regan "Mary" (nee Regan)
Passed away suddenly at home on Wednesday August 20, 2025 at the age of 75. Mary, loving sister of Richard Regan (predeceased) and Rose Miller (James predeceased). Dear aunt to Kyle Miller and the late Ryan Regan. Sadly missed by her friends and neighbours. Mary was a very proud and active member of Guardian...
Cameron "Cam" Russell Clark North
August 17, 2025
Passed away at Soldier’s Memorial Hospital, Orillia, at the age of 66 from multiple organ failure. Cam, beloved husband of 36 years of Catherine (Cathy) Addison. Loved brother-in-law of Dave Addison. Cherished Uncle of Michael (Rachel) and Jason Addison. Dear son-in-law of Ralph and Lillian Addison. Sadly missed by many cousins.
Cam attended Earl Haig Secondary School in Toronto and later...
Brian Ingle Seaward
August 17, 2025
Brian Seaward passed peacefully in his home on August 17th, enjoying the view of the lake from his chair. Brian was born July 3rd 1937, Toronto Ontario, then at the age of four he moved with his family to Scarlett Park where he began his journey in the community of Lake St. George. It is here where he met his...
Douglas Earl Barnett
August 15, 2025
(President of Garage Supply Contracting; Long-time Elder at Hillside Bible Chapel)
Doug passed peacefully into the presence of the Lord on the morning of August 15th, 2025, in his 80th year. Beloved husband of Darlene (nee: Parolin). Loved and devoted father to his boys, Aaron (Tara), Jason (Carolyn-predeceased), Sean, and Jordan (Laura). Proud Grampa of Julia, Katherine, Elizabeth, Rachel, Victoria, Samuel,...
Ricky James McMaster
August 15, 2025
McMaster, Ricky James
Passed away early Friday morning of August 15, 2025 in Hospice at Andy’s House of Port Carling, ON. Loving father of Corrinna (Kevin) of Kitchener, Andrew (Amber) of Rugby, Stepfather of Nicole (Pierre) of Timmins. Loving Grandfather of Derek, Chase, Carter, Amanda, Danny, Tiana, Roxanne, plus 4 great grandchildren. Predeceased by parents Neil McMaster and Cessal McMaster. Brother...
Moira Jane Paterson
August 14, 2025
Mom passed away peacefully at Oak Terrace on August 14, 2025. Moira was born at home on Sunday March 10, 1935 in Glasgow, Scotland.
She was the loving and devoted Mother of Grizelda and Craig (Patti-who Mom considered as her second Daughter). Loving and proud “Gran” of Chloe and Seth. Mom was predeceased by our Dad Alex and our younger Brother...
Paul John Charles Koprla
August 11, 2025
Koprla; Paul John Charles
Passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday August 11, 2025 at the age of 71. Paul, beloved son of the late Thelma Koprla. Loving brother of Lee Anne Gammon (Barry) Steve "Wolfie" (predeceased) (Cindy) and Rob (Karen). Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Sadly missed by his dear friends Eli and Ken. Paul was a quiet...
Jean Golisky
August 10, 2025
GOLISKY, JEAN of Orillia, formerly of Toronto, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 10, 2025, in her 98th year. Beloved wife of the late Bruno B. Golisky (2008); loving mother of Dr. Bruno Golisky (Louise), Donna Golisky, and Dr. Debra Shoniker (Tom); proud grandmother of Dr. Jeffrey Golisky (Erin), Rev. Sherri Golisky, Christopher Bacso, Michelle Bacso (Tom), Lisa Way-Howard (John),...
David Duncan
August 10, 2025
Passed away peacefully at home with his partner, Linda Sheppard, at his side on Sunday, August 10, at the age of 79.
Loving father of Ace and his wife Lori of Petawawa, and stepfather to Cara and her husband Rick of Orillia. A doting and proud grandfather to Isabella and Evelyn.
David was the dear son of Jack and Evelyn. Beloved brother...
Roger Derry Wiltshire
August 10, 2025
WILTSHIRE, Roger Derry
Passed away with his family by his side at Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital on August 4th, 2025 in his 87th year. Beloved husband of the late Bette Jean (Johnston). Loving father of Robin (Lynn) of Orillia and Jeff (Katie) of Barrie. Devoted grandfather of Tyler, Matthew and Adele. Dear brother to Georgina (Donald) Jupp. Predeceased by his parents...
Gary Douglas Nicholson
August 9, 2025
Gary Douglas Nicholson
February 25, 1942 - August 9, 2025
It is with sadness that the family of Gary Nicholson shares that he passed on Saturday, August 9 in the ICU unit at Soldier’s Memorial Hospital. Gary was 83 years old.
He is survived by wife Janice Nicholson; stepdaughter Jayme (Steve) Thomson; stepson Trey (Kailey) Reynolds; son Brian (Grace) Nicholson; Blaine (Loren) Nicholson...
Mary Jennifer Mercia Confait
August 9, 2025
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Martha Jane Hanes
August 8, 2025
It is with immense sadness that we share the news of the death of Martha Jane Hanes on August 8, 2025. Jane is survived by her sisters, Mary-Judith Macfarlane, Penelope Anne McIvor and Alice Edith Kalegaric, and brothers-in-law Robert James Macfarlane and Richard Craig McIvor. Jane’s nephew, Thomas Craig McIvor, and nieces, Heather Anne Mavis McIvor and Marion Martha Louise...
Marjorie McCurrach
August 4, 2025
Passed away peacefully at home on Monday, August 4, 2025, at the age of 97. Dear wife of the late Arthur (Art) McCurrach. Devoted mother to Lynda MacNeill (George predeceased) companion Ernie, Jack McCurrach (wife Cathy), and Joanne Trites (husband John). Cherished nana to Julie MacNeil, Kim Harvey (husband Kevin), Jeffery MacNeill (wife Marie), Cristy McCurrach, Kyle McCurrach (wife Amber),...
Rosemary Esther Ryan
August 3, 2025
Rosemary Esther Ryan
Passed peacefully after a brief illness at Spencer House Long Term Care, Orillia, Ontario on Sunday August 3, 2025 just weeks before her 97th birthday.
Rosemary was born in Toronto on August 28, 1928 to Mary and John Ryan and was the eldest sister to Shirley (Aldo), Beverley (Pete) and Leonard (Elizabeth). She outlived all of her siblings and...
Kenneth Albert Weeks
August 1, 2025
June 20, 1937-August 1, 2025
Lead with love,
Be intentional about making and cherishing memories,
Strive to be a loyal, honest, and generous human being…
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Kenneth Weeks. Kenneth died peacefully at the age of 88. He leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and profound gratitude for family.
Kenneth was the loving husband of...
