All Obituaries

A memorial mass will be celebrated at St. Margaret's Church, 589 Hugel Avenue, Midland on Saturday, November 24th at 1 p.m.

At Georgian Bay General Hospital on November 7, 2018, in his 85th year, James Frederick Partridge of Midland, formerly of Hamilton and Elliot Lake, Ontario.  Husband of Mary (nee Whiffing).  Father of Ritchie Partridge, Jill Hall (Russell), and Vicky Laschner (predeceased, 2006).  He is survived by nine grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. An avid and skilled athlete in his youth, Jim remained a sports enthusiast all his life.  He will be sadly missed and lovingly...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the loss of our mother, Joan Flynn, our light and our rock. Beloved wife of the late John Flynn, cherished mother of Peter, Catherine and Patricia (Doug), and infinitely proud Nana to Alejandra. Joan passed away peacefully at the age of 89 with her family by her side. Her smile, generosity, humour, and warmth will be forever missed. May she rest in peace. Special thanks to the staff at Georgian Manor in Penetanguishene, and Royal...

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 31, 2018 at the age of 83.  Beloved wife of the late William Botka. Cherished mother of Bob Botka (Linda) and Laurie Glidden (Tim).  Dear grandmother of Katie Mijatovic (Roger), Sarah Botka, and Jonas and Lilah Glidden.  Great-grandmother of Evelyn and Jacob Mijatovic.  Loving sister of Anne Gauthier. Predeceased by brothers George and Mickey Kranyak, and sister Edna Kustra.  Betty grew up in Hamilton, raised her...

Noted Canadian author Priscilla Galloway has shuffled off this mortal coil!  On Sunday, October 28, 2018 at Georgian Bay General Hospital, Midland; predeceased by husbands, Bev Galloway and Howard Collum. Priscilla is missed and celebrated by daughter Noël Macartney (Wayne Hayball deceased,) sons Walt (Jan) and Glenn, grandchildren Leigh (Steven), Laney (Alan), Ryan, Hugh (Kate), and Saurin (Nix) and great-grandchildren Simon, Andrew, Julia, Marley, Miranda and Lorelei....

Ann Rankine passed away at Georgian Bay General Hospital on Sunday, October 28, 2018.  Ann was 98 years old and five months.  She was predeceased by her husband, Robert Gillespie Rankine (Aug. 2015).  Ann's son, Rob Rankine and daughter-in-law, Lorna Rankine are heartbroken and she will be in their hearts forever.  Ann was an amazing lady.  She loved and cared for animals and birds, and her darling cats.  She helped many people and made a difference in the...

Passed away peacefully at Georgian Bay General Hospital in Midland on Friday October 27 2018 in her 89th year. Beloved wife for over 68 years to the late Angus Thorndyke. Cherished mother  of Linda Cormier (Paul), Doug ( Natasha ), Brenda Shaw ( Doug ), Fred (Arlene ).  Loving grandmother of Richard, Tammy ( Sean ), Stephanie ( Matt ), Michael (Stephanie ), Gilad,  Aviel, Raoul, Mark, Kim ( Adam ), and the late Tracy.  Great-grandmother of Megan, Arianna, Danica, Kiera...

Arrangements entrusted to LeClair Cremation Centre.

Entered into rest at Orillia Soldiers Memorial Hospital on Saturday, October 20, 2018 at the age of 69.  Beloved wife of George.  Dear mother of Julianne Brant (Paul) and Melissa Mingo (Ryan Gauthier).  Devoted grandmother of Maryanne, Parker and Logan. Predeceased by her parents Bill and June Parker.  Cherished sister of the late Doug Parker (survived by Annette) and sister-in-law to Darrell Mingo (Joan). Nancy will be missed by her nephews Darren (Suzie),...

It is with great sadness that the family of Esther Ellen Stackhouse (Nee Bongers) announces her passing at the age of 91.  Peacefully at home on Sunday, October 7, 2018.  She is survived by her children Robert, Barb Hacon, William, Lorne, Clare Anstee, Charles and Tom.  Also survived by siblings Karl Bongers and Mary Jo Plant,  as well as 9 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.  She was predeceased by her husband Robert Percy Stackhouse and son Ted. Cremation...