Tributes

Recent obituaries in the Orillia and surrounding areas

John Scott Bell

John Scott Bell

Jan 4, 2024

 

John Scott Bell (August 11, 1942 - January 4, 2024)

Born and raised in Toronto, John was a proud Canadian, devoted son, father and grandfather, with a larger than life personality.   The younger son of Larry (Lawrence Land) and Eunice (Stout Montgomery) Bell, John day-dreamed his way through school until, while studying at Northern Secondary, he found his true calling...

Jane Marie Meade (nee Street)

Jane Marie Meade (nee Street)

Dec 1, 2023

It is with heavy hearts the family of Jane Meade, announces her passing on December 1st, 2023, peacefully at her home in Ladner BC. At 73 years of age Jane leaves behind her children, daughter Miranda (Cameron), son Wade (Sydney), sister Penny (Robert), cherished granddaughter Gwendolyn, and beloved nieces, Marice and Kristy. 

Jane’s core value in life was family first, and...

Norma Julia Kitchen

Norma Julia Kitchen

Apr 15, 2024

Kitchen; Norma JuliaNorma Julia Kitchen, 89 years old of Orillia, Ontario recently passed away peacefully on Monday April 15, 2024 at Soldiers Memorial Hospital with family by her side. Norma was the daughter of Walter and Mary Ellett of Orillia, both predeceased.  She was the sister of Jean DeHart and Allen Ellett, both predeceased.  Her husband Ronald Kitchen, predeceased, was...

Vincent Clifford Campbell

Vincent Clifford Campbell

Apr 14, 2024

(Longtime Volunteer with Helping Hands, Orillia; 40-Year Employee of CP Rail, as a Locomotive Engineer)Peacefully at Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital on Sunday, April 14th, 2024, in his 81st year.  Predeceased by his beloved wife Auriel and parents Clifford William & Pearl Sadie Campbell.  Vince will be sadly missed by his furry companion and well-known sidekick Maxamillion "Max".  Survived by his...

Major Margaret Rose Burt

Major Margaret Rose Burt

Apr 13, 2024

Burt; Major Margaret Rose  September 8th, 1939 - April 13th, 2024Marg was promoted to Glory, passing away peacefully at Trillium Manor on Saturday, April 13, 2024, in her 85th year. Marg was born in Corner Brook, NFLD on September 8th, 1939 to Stella & Thomas Burt (both predeceased). Dear Sister to Wayne Burt and Gordon Burt (predeceased). Loving aunt to...

William John Harvey

William John Harvey

Apr 12, 2024

William J. Harvey Passed away at Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital at 93 years of age. Beloved husband of the late Grace Harvey (née Rae), dear father to William Harvey Jr. (Dianne Holme), David Harvey and Valerie Bohn (Martin), grandfather to Pascale Holme-Harvey and Veronica Holme-Harvey, uncle to numerous Harvey and Rae cousins, and, of course, a friend of many in the...

Eric Donald Broger

Eric Donald Broger

Apr 11, 2024

Broger: Eric DonaldEric died peacefully at Soldiers” Memorial Hospital on Thursday, April 11. He left us with wonderful memories of the life he shared with his wife of 65 years Kay-Anne (nee Anderson),  his son Kevin (Carole), daughters Andrea (Dave) and Elizabeth (Blair) and his much-loved grandchildren Alexandra (Jon), Logan, Darby and Aidan. He will be greatly missed by his...

George Edward John Roberts

George Edward John Roberts

Apr 10, 2024

Roberts; George Edward JohnGeorge passed peacefully at the Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, Orillia, on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, in his 76th year.  He will be sadly missed by his spouse of 41 years, Vicki Roberts of Orillia.  Loving father of Steffany (Michael) Roberts-Scott of Ancaster and Clare (Lucy) Roberts of Mississauga.  Loved grandfather of Trent, Taylor, Joaquim, Dylan, Morgan and Naomi....

Henry "Harry" Gerhardt Demuth

Henry "Harry" Gerhardt Demuth

Apr 6, 2024

Henry (Harry) passed peacefully in his sleep at Orillia Soldier’s Memorial Hospital on Saturday, April 6th at the remarkable age of 91. Harry was born in Thunder Bay in 1932 and is predeceased by his older sister Delores. He will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Judy (Martin), daughter Kristin, son Colin (Jennifer), three amazing grandchildren, granddaughter...

Angelo Peroni

Angelo Peroni

Apr 4, 2024

Angelo Peroni of Sebright, Ontario, passed away on 4 April 2024 but, don’t be fooled, he is busyplanning eternity. Angelo was a perfect husband, father, grandfather, and son because he wasalways so thoughtful and creative in his solutions to everyday problems. He was born in Italy onAugust 23, 1949. His parents, Ida and Silvio, brought him to Canada in 1957.He...

Robert George Stanton

Robert George Stanton

Apr 2, 2024

Stanton; Robert GeorgeSuddenly at home, Severn Bridge, on Tuesday, April 2nd, 2024, at the age of 77 years. Robert, beloved husband of Brenda (nee Burnett) for 49 years. Loving father of Michael, Jamie and Lisa and grandchildren Kyle, (Melissa), Jaxssin, Lucas, Brodie, Cole and 1 great grandson Daxton. Dear brother of Rosemary (Herb) Soutar and Linda (Garry predeceased) Comer. Robert...

Lillian Lenora Polmateer

Lillian Lenora Polmateer

Apr 2, 2024

Polmateer; Lillian Lenora (nee Lightfoot)(Past Volunteer for St. John's Ambulance;  Lay Reader at St. David's Anglican Church, Orillia; Owned & Operator Cozy Corner in Orillia for many years)Peacefully, at Oak Terrace, Orillia, on Tuesday, April 2nd, 2024, at the age of 88 years. Lillian, beloved wife of the late Wilfred Polmateer. Loving mother of Pat Carriere (Simon predeceased) of North...

Carol Alice Latham

Carol Alice Latham

Mar 30, 2024

Passed peacefully on March 30, 2024, at the age of 88. Devoted wife to the late Gordon Latham (2020). Loving mother to Linda (David) Gamble of Gravenhurst, Gail (Richard) Hitzfield of Indiana, and James of Barrie. Beloved grandmother of Kristi (Geoff Wood) and Angie (Arthur) Piela. Proud great-grandmother of Skyler, Jade, Alysha, Ryleigh, Kaitlyn, and Tristen Piela. Dear sister to...

Madeleine Marie McArthur

Madeleine Marie McArthur

Mar 23, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Madeleine Marie McArthur (nee McDonald) on Saturday, March 23, 2024, just one month after her beloved husband, Aubrey McArthur. Dear mother of Gerard (Debbie) and Suzanne (Phil). Much loved grandmother of Rebecca (Ranson), Bradley (Christine), Stephanie (David), and Matthew. Proud great-grandmother to Annabelle, Sophia, Jacob, Amelia, Zachary, Gabriel, and...

Valarie May Etmannski

Valarie May Etmannski

Mar 22, 2024

In deepest sadness, we regret to report the passing of Valarie May Etmannski (Lowndes) on March 22, 2024 at her home in Calgary, Alberta, formerly of Orillia, at the age of 63.  Daughter of Jim and Bernice Lowndes of Bass Lake, Sister to Lawrence and his wife Shaheen of Milton and mother to Jay, Chris and Jill (deceased) of Calgary....

Christel Else Jaeger

Christel Else Jaeger

Mar 21, 2024

Christel is survived by her children Petra Coppen (Jim), Peter Kretschmer (Lois Shewfelt), Melanie Cormier (Barry). Cherished Oma of Jacqueline (Christopher), Justine (Graham), Francine (Kolten), Sarah and Nethanial. Great Oma to James, Damian, Wendell, Jade Amy, Violet, Bentley, Remy and Valen. Predeceased by the father of their children, Erhard Kretschmer. Christel was born in Dortmund, Germany on the 16th of...

"Kathy" Norma Kathleen Sexton-McNeil

"Kathy" Norma Kathleen Sexton-McNeil

Mar 17, 2024

Sexton-McNeil; Norma Kathleen "Kathy"Passed away at Spencer House Orillia on Sunday March 17, 2024, at the age of 65. Kathy, beloved partner of Chris. Loving mother of Jackie, Shannon (Will) and Andrea. Proud Nana of Austin, Riley, Austin, Devon, Georgia and Jaxon. Dear sister of Lynn and Sue (Pat). Fondly remembered by Robin (John), Christopher (Beth), Jonathan and Jessica (Shannon)....

Ken Thomsen

Ken Thomsen

Mar 15, 2024

Ken Thomsen1953 -2024Ken passed away after a very long illness, at Soldiers Memorial hospital in Orillia, on the afternoon of Friday March 15th 2024, at the age of 70.Ken was born in Lunde, Denmark and was the only child of Esther Thomsen (nee Christiansen)(1930-2024), and Egon Thomsen(1922-2013), and was married to his loving wife and care giver Zoe for 45...

Ada Susan Emily DeVries

Ada Susan Emily DeVries

Mar 13, 2024

DeVries; Ada Susan Emily (nee Dorkings)Peacefully, at Spencer House, Orillia, on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, in her 93rd year. Ada, beloved wife of the late Henry (predeceased 1999). Loving mother of June (Andrew), Linda (John) and John (Marlene). Loving grandma of Preston (Melissa) and Jacob (Liz). Proud great grandma of Elizabeth, Mikaela, Nolan, Mary and Nora. As per Ada's wishes...

Trevor Foster

Trevor Foster

Mar 10, 2024

Trevor Foster (92), of Kilworthy, Ontario, passed away peacefully at Soldier’s Memorial Hospital, on March 10, 2024.

Trevor was born in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, England, on the 14th of Aug 1932. When he started work, he followed the lead of his father and started at the steel works in Scunthorpe. He apprenticed as an electrician and once he gained his qualifications,...

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