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John William Derzaj
Dec 15, 2025
John William Derzaj (German name - Hans Wilheim Derzaj)
A lifelong ski enthusiast and dedicated ski instructor, John lived a long and healthy life outdoors from the time he was a little boy in Germany where he sold mushrooms to buy skis to spending his time skiing, biking, swimming and playing tennis at his beloved Deerhurst Resort in Huntsville, Ontario where...
Phyllis "Nora" May Sullivan (nee Shaughnessy)
Jan 25, 2026
We are sad to announce the passing of our dear mother, Phyllis Nora Sullivan (nee Shaughnessy) on January 25, 2026 in her 100th year. She was predeceased by so many friends and loved ones, we can’t even begin to list, but she loved each and every one of them. Her heart was broken when she lost the love of her...
David William Stackhouse
Jan 24, 2026
David William Stackhouse passed away suddenly at his home in Huntsville on January 24, 2026, at the age of 69.
Born on October 8, 1956, in Toronto, Ontario, David was the beloved son of the late Benjamin and Josephine Stackhouse. He married the love of his life, Cathy, on August 10, 1985, in Toronto, and together they shared over 40 devoted...
Jorge Manuel Ramos
Jan 23, 2026
Jorge Manuel Ramos passed away on January 23, 2026 at the Huntsville Hospital at the age of 64 with family at his side. Jorge will be dearly missed by his son's Daniel and Jordan Ramos.
A mass will be held on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church, 12 Centre Street North, Huntsville,...
George "Todd" Gray
Jan 22, 2026
After a courageous battle with cancer, Todd passed peacefully at home with his wife and girls by his side on January 22, 2026, in his 62nd year. He is deeply missed by Sheryl (Noyes), his loving wife of 34 fun-filled years. Cherished and devoted father to Kayla (Nik Looby) and Carley, and proud Papa to his beautiful granddaughter, Charlotte. Dear...
Betty Louise Harris (nee Lockwood)
Jan 21, 2026
It is with extreme sadness that we said goodbye to Betty Louise Harris (nee Lockwood) who passed away peacefully at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on January 21, 2026. Betty is survived by her spouse of 69 years, Franklin "Stuart" Harris, and her two children, Stephen Harris and Sandra Harris.
Betty was born in Bowmanville to parents Mary and Victor Lockwood and...
Joseph Brian Cox
Jan 16, 2026
Joseph Brian Cox passed away on January 16, 2026, at Huntsville Memorial Hospital with his wife by his side. He was 58 years old.
Joe is lovingly remembered by his wife and life partner Sherri-Lynn (nee Spears) and his children Andrew Cox (Courtney), Jesse Cox and Ashley Cox (Scott), and grandchildren Dominic Ruttan-Cox, Kendra Pallin, Aurora Pallin, Summer Cox and Addyson...
Karen Lynn Emslie
Jan 14, 2026
Passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at the age of 64.
Karen was the beloved wife of Steve Fisher. Cherished mother of Glen Emslie (Vicki). She was the proud grandmother of Kayden and Griffin Emslie.
Karen will be lovingly remembered by her siblings Rick Emslie, Charmain Emslie, Kevin Emslie, and Melissa Grigg (Dave).
An avid gardener, and a...
Brenda Margaret Carr West
Jan 9, 2026
Brenda Margaret Carr passed away peacefully after a brief illness at Huntsville Hospital on January 9, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Wayne Carr who predeceased her in 1998. They shared 37 years together with many cherished memories. Brenda will be lovingly remembered and missed by her husband John West whom she married in 2008.
Brenda was born in Huntsville to...
Catherine Louise Prosser (nee Cripps)
Jan 8, 2026
Cathy (Catherine) Louise Prosser (née Cripps) passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026, at Huntsville Hospital, at the age of 64. Born on September 27, 1961, in Huntsville, Ontario, Cathy lived her life rooted in the community she loved and the family who meant everything to her.
Cathy was married to the love of her life, William Prosser, who predeceased her...
Lorrice Carruthers
Jan 7, 2026
Lorrice Carruthers, 81, of Sprucedale, Ontario passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.
Cherished mother of Daloris Grohman and Kenneth Carruthers (Laurie Straub). Treasured grandmother of Kathleen (Wes), Kasey (Katie), Jamey (Jason), and Trevor (Loni). Proud great grandma to Knox, Mackenzie, Maisie, Zev, and Myla. Dear sister of Lauraleigh Brumwell, Lorrin Mayes (Mary), and Laurene Wyenberg.
Predeceased by David,...
Jean Viola West (nee Rimmington)
Jan 2, 2026
Passed away peacefully on Friday, January 2, 2026, at Fairvern Nursing Home in Huntsville, Ontario in her 92nd year. Beloved wife of the late Ray West who predeceased Jean in 2022. Loving mother of Gloria and her husband Paul Haight, Roger (dec.) and his wife Katherine West. Adored grandmother to Carine (Jamie) Corbeil, Katie Haight (Denver Dick), Alison (Jeremy) Wouda,...
Robert "Bob" James Tipper
Dec 28, 2025
December 28, 2025 • Age 80
Robert “Bob” James Tipper passed away on December 28, 2025, peacefully at home with his family by his side. He was 80 years old.
Bob is lovingly remembered by his life partner, Pamela Nunn, and his children, Marisa Herrington (Mark), Robert James Tipper Jr., and Diane Ware (Colin), and grandchildren, Kaitlyn Herrington, Lucas Mann, James Tipper,...
Bradley Reginald Warren
Dec 25, 2025
Bradley Reginald Warren of Huntsville, born September 25th, 1957, in St. Catharines, passed away in Huntsville on Christmas Day, 2025. He is deeply missed by his loving and heartbroken wife Meghan Pomeroy (joyfully married on July 21st, 2018, on McLaren Island, Georgian Bay), parents Beverley Joan McManus (Jim – predeceased) and Frederick Richard Warren (Marsha), daughters Kelly and Riley Warren...
Violet Muriel Shortt (née Stone)
Dec 18, 2025
Violet Muriel Shortt (née Stone), of Huntsville, Ontario, passed away peacefully at the Algonquin Grace Hospice on December 18, 2025.
Born on April 8, 1942, in Huntsville, Ontario, Muriel dedicated her life to her family, her faith, and her work. She worked for 34 years at A&P, where she was known for her warm smile, kindness, hard work and genuine care...
Shannon George Pierce
Dec 16, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the sudden and unexpected passing of Shannon George Pierce, taken from us far too soon on December 16, 2025. His family is heartbroken beyond words by this unforeseen loss, and his absence will be felt forever.
Shannon is lovingly survived by his children, Meagan (Jeremy) and Douglas, and by his devoted common-law spouse,...
Frederick "Fred" William deForest
Dec 9, 2025
Passed away peacefully on December 9, 2025 at the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital in his 89th year.
Beloved husband of the late Julia de Forest (nee Gosselin) who predeceased Fred in 2017. He is survived and will be missed by his daughters Jennifer (Randy), Denise (Bob) and Diane, and his four granddaughters. Predeceased by his two step-sons, Bob and Maurice.
Fred's grandparents...
Terence Elwood Clarke
Nov 26, 2025
Terence E. Clarke, former Mayor of Huntsville (Dec. 1986-Dec. 1992), passed away peacefully on November 26th, 2025.
Family was at the centre of his life. He is survived by his loving children Kristin (Mat Oulton) and son David, who were the greatest joys of his life. He was a proud grandfather to Brittany, Ty and Darian Clarke, and Sophie Oulton. He...
Harold John Greer
Nov 14, 2025
Harold John Greer, a cherished member of our community, passed away peacefully at Huntsville Hospital on November 14, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on April 30, 1930, in Bracebridge, Ontario, Harold was a man of profound character and warmly embraced by those who knew him.
Harold’s roots trace back to a family that immigrated from Ireland in 1886, planting...
Pauline Harriette Dennis (née Eddie)
Nov 12, 2025
DENNIS, Pauline H. (née Eddie) July 23, 1932 – November 12, 2025
It is with deep love and sadness that the family of Pauline Dennis announces her peaceful passing at Muskoka Shores Community in Gravenhurst on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
Pauline will be forever cherished by her children Don (Deb), Lori (Ed), and Rob (Cheryl). She was a proud and devoted grandmother...
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