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Recent obituaries in the Orillia and surrounding areas

Paul Evans

Paul Evans

Aug 24, 2024



 EVANS, Paul 

May 8th, 1931 - August 24th, 

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Paul Evans announce his sudden passing on August 24th, 2024. Paul was 93 years young. 

Paul was predeceased by his loving wife and high school sweetheart, Jean, just nine months earlier after celebrating 69 years of marriage. Paul was the always supportive and loving father and...

Miriam Roberta Harland

Miriam Roberta Harland

Aug 31, 2024

Harland; Miriam Roberta (nee Dougall) (Longtime Member of the Order of the Eastern Star)

Passed away peacefully at Trillium Manor, Orillia with her loving husband by her side. Roberta, beloved wife of Thomas Harland. Dear step mother of Lynn Harland of Grimsby and step grandmother of Madelyne. Survived by her sister Linda Shaver and husband Roy of Wasaga Beach. Sadly missed...

Dmitro "Metro" Walter Demcheson

Dmitro "Metro" Walter Demcheson

Aug 30, 2024

In loving Memory

DMitro ( Metro ) Demcheson

August 17 1928 - August 30 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of DMitro (Metro) Demcheson, Husband of Gisele (nee Deslaunais) Predeceased. Father of Gordon (Rita), Gail Fry Predeceased, Carol Dunkley, Susan (Mike) Brown. Grandfather ( Pepere ) to Matthew (Becky) and Steven Demcheson, Michael (Marcia) Dunkley, Cassandra Predeceased and...

Karen Grace Newman

Karen Grace Newman

Aug 29, 2024

Karen Grace Newman, B.Comm, CPA, CA, ICD.D (née Daffern), passed away peacefully with her husband by her side at Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital in Orillia following a long and difficult health journey. 

She is survived by her loving husband, Dan; their daughter Alanna (Stuart) Clark, granddaughter Victoria, son James (Pearl) Newman, mother Marion Daffern, sister Katherine (Dave) Evans, brother Brian (Rosalie) Daffern,...

Elda Ann Seaward

Elda Ann Seaward

Aug 26, 2024

Elda Seaward (nee Comer), loving wife, devoted mom, and exceptional grandmother passed away August 25th surrounded with love. Wife and soulmate to Brian for 60 years, deeply loved by daughters Deb (Mike) and predeceased Brenda (Bruce) cherished grandmother to Rachael (Brandon), Jessica (Derek) and Adam.

Elda's world was her family. She deeply cared for her community and was lovingly involved with...

Donald Thomas Gough

Donald Thomas Gough

Aug 25, 2024

GOUGH, Donald T.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Don in his 61st year. He was the loving husband of Michele, and the proud father of children Ashley, Daniel, Devin, Jared, Jorja and Jamie. Fondly remembered by Sister Linda (Derrick), brother Mark (Corrie), brother-in-laws John (Kathy), Allan, and Peter (Ethna), along with many nieces and nephews....

Mary Jane Cottier

Mary Jane Cottier

Aug 24, 2024

COTTIER, Mary Jane (nee Simons)

Passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 24, 2024, at Spencer House, Orillia, in her 97th year. Mary Jane, beloved wife of the late Joseph Cottier. 

Loving mother of Denise Coolich & husband John of Burlington, Shiela Hamilton & husband Gary of Brandon, Manitoba, Lorraine Ayerst & husband John of Orillia and Deron Cottier & wife Deborah of...

Peter Kenneth Ross

Peter Kenneth Ross

Aug 20, 2024

ROSS, Peter

Passed away at Victoria House, Orillia on Tuesday August 20, 2024 at the age of 93. Peter, beloved husband of Patricia Mary (formerly Grieve - nee O'Hallarn). Cherished father of Anthony Ross & wife Marina of Richmond Hill, Renée Frost & husband Warren Nichol of Orillia and step-father of Patrick Grieve & wife Stephanie of Orillia. Proud grandfather of...

Melville "MEL" Richard Mawdsley

Melville "MEL" Richard Mawdsley

Aug 6, 2024

Mawdsley: Melville (MEL) Richard

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, August 6th, 2024, at Mariposa House Hospice, Severn, in his 91st year.

Beloved husband of the late Marie Ann nee O'Brien. Loving father to Janice Mawdsley, Rosanne Kwiecien (Scott), Jason Mawdsley (Helen) & Brian Mawdsley (predeceased) (Sue). Cherished grandfather to Billy (Ingrid), Felicia (Joey), Cairine, Joy, Kaitlin (Rob), Haley, Eddie,...

"Chrissy" Christine Catherine Mason Jeanes

"Chrissy" Christine Catherine Mason Jeanes

Aug 2, 2024

Jeanes, "Chrissy" Catherine Mason

Passed suddenly at her home on Friday August 2, 2024 in her 35th year. Loving daughter of Sandra Forget and Glenn Jeanes. Caring mother of Hunter and Adecyn Holmes, and Gavin Ainsworth. Much loved sister of Tim (Miranda) and Shannon (Rob). Dearest niece of her aunts and uncles Cathy (Chris), Brad (Cindy), Ron, Charlene (Norm), Melody (Brian),...

Cameron Bruce Dougall

Cameron Bruce Dougall

Jul 31, 2024

Cam was an engineering design problem solver beyond compare, always seeking out the next challenge. Backed by the patience of his wife Sandy, Cam’s brilliant entrepreneurial spirit made him a leader in business for decades. Never seeking praise or merit, Cam’s generosity helped many along life’s bumpy road. The impact of Cam’s continuity of family commitment to Couchiching Point (siblings...

Joann Whilemina "Pat" Chapman

Joann Whilemina "Pat" Chapman

Jul 29, 2024

Chapman; Joann Whilemina (Pat) Nee: Grube

March 17,1939 to July 29,2024

Passed away peacefully at Orillia Soldiers Memorial Hospital on Monday July 29, 2024

Beloved wife of the late Ronald Chapman

Loving mother to Susan (Gary) Bowins, Mark Chapman, Beth Chapman (Albert predeceased), 

Michael (Maryann) Chapman, 

And the late son Matthew.

Dear sister to Michael Grube and Jackie (Snook) Simpson.

Cherished grandmother of 5 Jenna, Stephanie, Danny, Krysten,...

Edna "Bernice" Thorburn

Edna "Bernice" Thorburn

Jul 26, 2024

Thorburn; Edna "Bernice" (nee Barnes)

Passed away peacefully at Birchmere Retirement Residence, Orillia, on Friday, July 26, 2024, in her 97th year. Bernice, beloved wife of the late Walter James Thorburn for over 66 years. Loving mother of Judy Tordiff (Bruce) of Bass Lake and Janet Newman (predeceased)(Michael) of Capreol. Cherished grandmother of Brian (Charlotte), Jeff ( Sherry), Kim ( Dave),...

Joanne Elaine Talbot

Joanne Elaine Talbot

Jul 18, 2024

Talbot; Joanne Elaine 

It is with great sadness that the family of Joanne Elaine Talbot announces her untimely yet peaceful passing on July 18th, 2024, at the age of 80, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on May 23rd, 1944, Joanne was the only child of Douglas William Blackburn and Aileen Lorraine Blackburn (Rumney). 

Joanne will be lovingly remembered by her husband Ronald...

Donna Bennett

Donna Bennett

Jul 17, 2024

Bennett; Donna Joan (nee Macdermid)

Peacefully with her family by her side at the London Health Sciences Centre - Victoria Hospital, on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at the age of 78 years. Donna, beloved wife of the late George H. Bennett. Loving mother of Jeffrey (Tracy Fallowfield) and grandchildren Clare and Andrew. Dear sister of Anne Macdermid, Christine Heaton (predeceased), Marie...

Dr. William "Bill" P.V. Gardner

Dr. William "Bill" P.V. Gardner

Jul 16, 2024

We sadly announce the passing of Dr. William P.V. Gardner (Bill) on July 16th, 2024, in Orillia ON at the age of 85. He passed peacefully, with his beloved family by his side. 

Bill was born in Toronto on Feb. 14, 1939, the son of the late Dr. Percy N. & Carmelita M. (Sheridan) Gardner. His life truly began at age...

Wing Yep Lem

Wing Yep Lem

Jul 15, 2024

Passed away at Soldiers' Memorial Hospital on Monday July 15, 2024, at the age of 92. Wing, beloved husband of Keveen (Jenny) Lem. Loving father of Bill (Anne Walker) of Oro Medonte and Douglas (Adalina Lee) of Richmond Hill. Proud grandfather of Erica and Katherine. Dear brother of the late Jean SooHoo and the late Joan Wong. Sadly, missed by...

Marjorie Jannetta Crockett

Marjorie Jannetta Crockett

Jul 15, 2024

Passed away suddenly at home on July 15, 2024. Marj, beloved wife of the late Robert Crockett and companion of the late William (Bill) Paul. Loving mother of Kendra Crockett of Orillia and the late Linda Stewart & Janet Heydon. Cherished grandmother of Kristin (Jon) VanHemert, Robert (Tiffany) Castle, Emily Crockett, Amber Cousins, and Gordon Stewart.  Proud great grandmother of...

Kimberly "Kim" Margaret Tyson

Kimberly "Kim" Margaret Tyson

Jul 13, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Kim Tyson on July 13th, 2024 in her 66th year. Beloved wife of Steve Tyson, loving mother of Connor Jensen, David Jensen, Leanne (Kyle) Donald, Sam (Lucas) Tyson and Liz (Robert) Graham-Clarke. Proud grandmother of John, Jeff, Sabrina, Ava, Leighton and Harper and great grandmother to Lochlan.  Dear...

Doris Enid Kehoe

Doris Enid Kehoe

Jul 6, 2024

Surrounded by closest family on Saturday July 6th in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Harold R. Kehoe. Loving mother to Elizabeth Wale (Peter Lee) and Cathy Fletcher (Paul). Beloved Nana to Courtney Fletcher. Much loved adopted mother, grandmother, sister and friend to too many names to list.

Doris lived all of her 90 years in Orillia and touched...

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