OBITUARY LISTING

Beverly Vernon Ashby

Feb 24, 2020

ASHBY, Beverly Vernon

September 22, 1942 ~ February 24, 2020

Bev was born in the Township of Etwell to “Stevenson” Charles and “Lillian” Amy (Bombay) Ashby.  Bev had a rather large family, 5 brothers and 3 sisters.   He is predeceased by both parents, brothers; Harry, Don, Greg, Jack and sisters; Audrey, Shirley and Rhoda.  Left...

Harriet Beatrice (Quan) Tessier

Feb 24, 2020

MRS HARRIET BEATRICE TESSIER (nee Quan) of Huntsville (and formerly of Burk’s Falls); peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville on Monday, February 24, 2020 in her 78th year, surrounded by her family.  Predeceased by her husband, Robert Tessier, dear mother of Robert (Nancy), Shirley, Kathy (Mark) and Tony.  Proud grandmother of Jennifer, Stephanie, Bobby (Jody), Jessica, Heather (Corey),...

Mary Catherine (Love) Davies

Feb 21, 2020

DAVIES, Mary Catherine Beloved wife of the late Ginger Davies, Mary passed away peacefully on February 21, 2020 at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital in her 98th year.  Mary was born in Greenbank, Reach Township to parents Oswald & Jean (Patterson) Love.  Loving mother of Dwight (Jen) Davies of Edgewater, Florida and Dean (Lynne) Davies of Port Dover, Ontario.  Cherished...

Stirling "Claire" Paynter

Feb 19, 2020

Stirling "Claire" Paynter passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital in his 85th year.  Claire was born on October 26, 1935 to parents Everett & Eliza (Brown) Paynter.  Formerly of Long River, Prince Edward Island, Claire lived in Ontario for 64 years, 46 of which were in Huntsville.  He is predeceased by his brothers,...

Max Clyde Filmore

Feb 19, 2020

Filmore, Max Clyde

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital in his 95th year.  Max was born on April 3, 1925 to parents Clyde and Violet (nee Flemming) Filmore.  Beloved husband of the late Betty (Orr) Filmore who predeceased Max on February 13, 2010.  Loving father of Rob and Martin (Cindy)...

Maurice Wilmot Kingshott

Feb 18, 2020

Maurice Wilmot Kingshott passed away suddenly on Tuesday, February 18, 2020 at the Southlake Regional Health Centre in his 83rd year.  Maurice was born on April 2, 1937 in Bent River to parents Edward and Pearl (Huggard) Kingshott.  Beloved husband of Audrey Kingshott (nee Todd) of 60 years.  Loving father of Lori (Alan) Hugo, Janice (Paul) Pathak and Edward...

Harold Gilbert Lemkay

Feb 16, 2020

Harold  Gilbert Lemkay, 88, of Huntsville, passed away on February 16, 2020 at Muskoka Landing with family at his side.  He was born on May 2, 1931 to Herman and Clara (Bennett) Lemkay. Harold worked as an Engineer for CP Rail.  Harold  is survived by his children, Dawn (Mike) Aubin, Dean Lemkay and Dale (Andy) Howse.  Cherished grandfather of...

Ray Samuel Smith

Feb 11, 2020

Ray Samuel Smith, 89 years of age, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital.  Born on July 8, 1930 in Huntsville to his late parents Samuel and Annie Smith (nee Middlebrook).  Predeceased by his beloved wife Wilma Smith (nee Northcott) on September 6, 2006.  Ray is survived by...

Charles Harry Blackburn

Feb 9, 2020

Blackburn, Charles Harry

Charlie Blackburn, a lifetime resident of Huntsville passed away peacefully at Muskoka Landing surrounded by his family on February 9th, 2020 at the age of 85. Beloved husband of Carol who predeceased Charles on November 25, 2015.  Cherished father to Cheryl (Kelly) McCaw, Shawn (Chris Pirie) Blackburn, Wendy (Roy Hanley) Blackburn and Brian Blackburn....

Elizabeth Lena (Antici) Viron

Jan 30, 2020

VIRON, Elizabeth Lena (nee Antici)

Passed away peacefully with her family at her side on Thursday, January 30, 2020 at the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital in her 88th year.  Elizabeth was born on March 7, 1932 in Port Colborne, Ontario to John and Theresa Antici (nee Montenari) formerly of Italy.  Beloved wife of Dr. Silvio Viron who...

Ina (Christensen) Fuller

Jan 27, 2020

FULLER, Ina January 26, 1939 ~ January 27, 2020

Ina died peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice in Huntsville, early in the morning of January 27th with all of her close family by her side.  She was the daughter of Kristine Christensen, widow of Carl Johansen.  Mother to Ann-Marie Ouderkirk and Deborah Dixon.  Grandmother to Jeremy...

Patracia Adeline Hay

Jan 27, 2020

Passed away peacefully in the morning of January 27th, 2020 at the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital as result of chronic illnesses. The family wishes to extend a big ‘Thank You’ to the Palliative Care Team, all the doctors and all the nurses who took such good care of Patracia in her final days. She will be dearly...

Elizabeth Iona (MacDonald) Shakespeare

Jan 24, 2020

Passed away peacefully at the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital on Friday, January 24, 2020 in her 87th year.  Beloved wife of the late Edward “Ted” Shakespeare (d. 2019) for 67 years.  Proud mother of Gary (Kathy) Shakespeare, Terry (Andrea Meehan) Shakespeare, Troy (Sharon Fowler) Shakespeare and Shannon (Rob) Durnan.  Cherished grandmother of Christopher (Carmen), Elizabeth (Bill), Byron, Vanessa, Terry...

Barbara Ann Blanche Dalton

Jan 22, 2020

DALTON, Barbara Ann Blanche

September 1, 1932 – January 22, 2020

After a lengthy illness, Barb passed away peacefully on January 22, 2020 at the Fairvern Nursing Home in Huntsville, Ontario. Beloved wife of the late Donald. Cherished mom of the late Dawn (Joe) Dalton-Hodd, Douglas Dalton, Mary (Roy) Culley and Gina (Garry) West. Loving...

Edwin John Bilz

Jan 17, 2020

BILZ, Edwin John

Peacefully passed at the Orillia Soldier’s Memorial Hospital on Friday, January 17, 2020 in his 85th year. Beloved partner of Marilyn LaRose and loving father of Rodney (Brigitte) and Todd (Shelley). Proud Grandpa of Katie, Trevor, Riley and Devin (Jessica). Survived by his brother Harold (Jean) and his sister Ella. Predeceased by...

Donna Lynn Tanner

Jan 13, 2020

Beloved partner to Barry Hineman. Loving mother to Jessica, Daniel and Sara. Cherished daughter of Rene and the late Paul Tanner. Dear sister to Patti Boothby and Kate Tanner. Aunt to Kris (Nancy) Boothby, Savannah and Kolton, Shannon (Don) McEachern, Travis and Ethan, Miles Brush, Shalena (Donald) Malloy and Dax. Dear friend to Penny Piersey.

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Hazel Elin (Haapala) Kauppi

Jan 8, 2020

KAUPPI, Hazel Elin (nee Haapala) Passed away suddenly at her home in Novar on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 in her 87th year. Beloved wife of Arvo Kauppi for 68 years. Loving mother of Brenda (Tom) Welsh, Bryan (Janyce Jordan) Kauppi and Doug (Sandra Gemmell) Kauppi. Pre-deceased by her son Don (Donna) Kauppi and daughter Janis (Jeff) Groom. Cherished...

Carolyn Jean (Hildreth) House

Jan 7, 2020

Carolyn passed away peacefully at Muskoka Landing surrounded by friends on January 7th, 2020.  Forever with her Lord.  Her beloved husband Don predeceased her in April 2015 and her son Doug passed in April 2016.  An only child, Carolyn is survived by her daughter Debbie (Oriah Mountain Dreamer) and grandsons Nathan and Brandon.

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J. Armand Blanchette

Jan 6, 2020

Armand Joseph Blanchette October 1, 1938 - January 6, 2020

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Armand Blanchette who died peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on January 6, 2020. He had a life well spent in love of his family, painting, carving, travelling, animals (particularly horses), outdoors and lending a...

Rosemarie (nee Sawyer) McAuley

Jan 1, 2020

Passed away suddenly and unexpectedly. Beloved daughter of Glades Sawyer. Beloved partner of Gary Cooper and her dog Little Foot. Loving Mother of Cory McAuley and his partner Kendell, Curtis McAuley and his partner Brianna, Courtney McAuley and her partner Emanuel. Cherished Grandmother of 8 grandchildren; Terry-Lynn, Jarrett, Memphis, Jazzalyn, Brinley, Parker, Claire and Karson. Predeceased by father Vernon...