All Obituaries

Robert John Armstrong (Bob) died peacefully at his home in Midland on April 6, 2021, surrounded by his family. He was 80 years old. Bob was predeceased by his wife Sharon Armstrong (nee Lapish). He is survived by his son Scott, his daughter Monique (Gavin), his sister Roberta, and his grandchildren Kate, Jill, Jonny, Sam and Ben. As a teacher, coach, barbershop quartet and chorus singer, and friend to so many on the golf course, lawn bowling green, and walks around town, Bob and his smile,...

Passed away following a brief illness at Tomkins House on Saturday, April 3, 2021 at the age of 70. Dear father of Adam and grandfather of Kayla. Survived by his siblings Sandra Ellis (Jim McDermott), Cathy Goetz (Frank Luet), Nancy Peter (Bryan) and Betty Crompton.  Predeceased by his infant son Christopher, sister Susan Goetz, and his parents Victor and Zella Goetz.  Stephen will be missed by his many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews.  The family wish to thanks the...

Passed away peacefully at Georgian Bay General Hospital on Saturday, April 3, 2021 at the age of 88. Predeceased by his wife of 63 years Margaret Taylor, and  parents Allen Taylor an Myrtle Taylor (Kidd). Survived by his son David Taylor (wife Sandra), and grandchildren Madison and Nicholas Taylor. Cremation has taken place. If desired, memorial donations to the charity of your choice.  

Mary peacefully passed away at Barrie’s Royal Victoria Hospital, in her 96th year. Predeceased by her loving husband Charles Gibson. Dear mother of Douglas (Louise) of Midland, Fred (June) of Barrie, Jane Davis (Ken) of New Westminster BC and Neil (Kathy) of Calgary AB. Beloved sister to Muriel Reynolds and Ken (Jean) Meher. Loving grandmother to Amy, Allison, Jessica, Mark, Todd, Jennifer, Laura, Carolyn, Matthew and Megan and their spouses. Dearly missed by her great grandchildren,...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Walter Melvin Brown at Georgian Bay General Hospital, on Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at the age of 81. Beloved husband of 56 years to Ruth Brown (nee Anderson). Loving father to Paul (Deanna) and Michael (Kim). Grandfather to Steven, Jessica (Dan), Tyler (Julia), Ryan and Allison. Great-grandfather to Calla and Lia. Walter will be fondly remembered by his cousin Tom Johnson and his many friends along the way. The family wishes...

Lija passed away peacefully at Woodhaven long term care home, in her 96th year. Predeceased by her loving husband Jim. Dear mother of Brian, Maura (Larry), Paul (Heather) and Jim (Colleen). Loving grandmother to Sandra, Tracy, Krista, Samantha and Jimmy. Great-grandmother to Kieran and Kai. Predeceased by her dear sister Mara. Born and raised in Latvia, Lija ended up in Ireland after WWII where she met her husband to be, Jim. Soon after they rejoined Lija’s family in Canada and...

It is with deepest sorrow that I lost the love of my life of 56 years. After a hard battle with cancer, on March 25, 2021 Don passed at home where his spirit will live forever. Beloved husband of Alda, father of Donald (Darrell), Daniel, David and Michelle (Dave), grandfather of Zack, Paul and Michael and great grandfather of Zoey and Riley. Pre-deceased by his parents Rita and Donald. Don had 13 brothers and sisters and will be missed by many nieces/nephews who referred to him as uncle...

It is with profound sadness and heartbreak that we announce the sudden passing of  George “Jody” Edward Grimshaw, taken from us suddenly at the age of 68, on March 24, 2021 at the Parry Sound Hospital with family members by his side. Jody was a loving and devoted husband to his wife of 41 years, Lynda (nee Stephenson). Devoted father to Ryan (Karly). He is now reunited with his parents Marvin and Edna (Teddy) Grimshaw. Loving brother to Coy (Robert Tyndall). Dear...

Passed away suddenly on March 21, 2021.  He will be deeply missed by all who knew him, none more than his loving family.  Daughter, Harlee Lynn Manson, his mother Crystal Manson (Mike), his father Russell Baker (Lisa), his twin brother Charles Manson, and his sister Shawnie Pacitto.   Grandson of Barb Legault (the late Bernard Legault and the late William Manson), Chuck Baker (the late Carolyn).  Nephew of Corenna Smith (nee Manson) and Bilinda Legault (Mike Lett),...

In Loving Memory of Rosemary Stewart With heavy hearts, the Stewart family mourn the loss of an amazing mother. Rosemary Stewart (nee Hamelin) born December 20th, 1924, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on March 19th, 2021. She was 96 years young. Predeceased by her loving husband Robert Stewart. Mother to David (Donna), Nancy Diesveld (Bill), Tim (Valerie) and Shawn (Claudette). Rosemary leaves behind her much loved grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mom,...