Tributes

Recent obituaries in the Orillia and surrounding areas

Timothy Clayton Wilson

Timothy Clayton Wilson

Oct 30, 2024

Wilson, Timothy Clayton

Passed away peacefully at home in Orillia on Oct 30, 2024 with his family by his side.

Tim is predeceased by his Mother, Barbara DeCaire of Kilworthy, and his Father Bruce Wilson of Gravenhurst. Father of Christopher Wilson (Lynda), Partner to Kori, Step dad to Curtis Burnett, Brother of Christine (Chris) Merrick (Clint), Tom Wilson (Connie), and Shawn Wilson....

Georgette Verner

Georgette Verner

Oct 27, 2024

Passed away peacefully with family and friends by her side at Mariposa House Hospice, on October 27, 2024, in her 84th year. Predeceased by her loving husband Patrick Verner (Pat), in their 64th year of marriage. Loving and devoted mother of Patrick Dean Verner (Sherry), Paul David Verner, Daniel Owen Verner (Linda) and Kristi Laura Verner (Gary). Proud grandmother of...

Joseph George Ogden

Joseph George Ogden

Oct 23, 2024

Ogden; Joseph George

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph George Ogden in his 79th year at Soldiers Memorial Hospital after a brief battle with cancer. Joe was the loving husband, friend and soulmate of Sandra (nee Micks). Joe was the son of George and Helen Ogden (both predeceased) and, brother to Michael (Alice). Joe was...

Klara Stocker

Klara Stocker

Oct 21, 2024

Passed away peacefully on October 21, 2024 at Spencer House at the age of 92.

Predeceased by her husband Frank (2017). Loving mother of Frank Jr. (Karen), grandmother of Ryan and Krystal, step-grandmother of Ryan and Jennifer. Great-grandmother of Shay and Cameron. Dear sister of Adolf Epli (Hannelore) and the late Martin and Katie.

Cremation to take place. A private family service...

Joan Elizabeth Dekruyf

Joan Elizabeth Dekruyf

Oct 21, 2024

Beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great grandmother.

Joan E. Dekruyf, aged 92, peacefully passed away on Monday, October 21, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 11 in Hanover, Ontario, Joan lived a life rich with love, laughter, and compassion. Daughter of Harold Mercey and Ellen (Holden), Joan was the beloved wife of John Dekruyf (predeceased), sister to...

Kelly Smith

Kelly Smith

Oct 18, 2024

Kelly Elmer Thomas Smith, 57, of Ramara Ontario found his peace on October 18, 2024. 

Kelly was born on March 16, 1967 to Bill (William) Smith and Betty (Elinor) Smith (nee Scutchings) in Kingston Ontario. 

Kelly was predeceased by his father, Bill, his in laws Garnett and Donna Flaherty, and his brother in law Raymond Flaherty. Kelly is survived and sorely missed...

Sandy Shropshire

Sandy Shropshire

Oct 17, 2024

At her little piece of heaven with her loving husband and best friend Jim by her side, Sandy peacefully passed away on October 17, 2024, after a recurrence of cancer. Beloved Daughter of Chris & the late Allan Wrigley. Loved Mother of Jacob, Travis (Rachel) and Daniel. Adored Grandma "Avo" of Scarlet and Violet. Sister of Tina (Tom) and Rob....

Frank Alfred Willison

Frank Alfred Willison

Oct 16, 2024

Willison; Frank Alfred

Passed away peacefully at Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, Orillia, on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, in his 88th year. Frank Willison of Hawkstone, beloved husband of the late Grace (nee Wiggins). Loving father of Dorothy (predeceased) & husband Tony Viera of Orillia, Frank, Timothy, Andrew (Paula) and Edmond all of Oro. Grandfather of Phinius Iaboni and Landon Willison. Dear brother...

Edward Harold Millard

Edward Harold Millard

Oct 13, 2024

Millard, Edward Harold

Peacefully at home, in Orillia, with family by his side, on Sunday, October 13, 2024, in his 79th year. Edward, beloved husband of Yvonne (nee Thompson). Loving father of Lindsay Millard of Toronto, Andrew (Lara) Millard and grandson Maxwell of Charleston, S.C., and Meghan (Kevin) Millard of Busan, Korea. Dear brother of Linda (Nick predeceased) Schori of Stratford,...

Susan Elizabeth Robinson

Susan Elizabeth Robinson

Oct 11, 2024

ROBINSON, Susan (nee Powell) 

Passed away suddenly in her son's arms Friday, October 11th, 2024. Susan, predeceased by husband, Court Robinson. Beloved mother to Jason (Theresa) April (Scott). Cherished Oma to Tyler (Erin), Jordan, Jaykob, Owen. Dear daughter to Sidney and Joan Powell both predeceased. Beloved sister to Jean (Sean) Stephen (predeceased) Chris (Dawn) Mike (Carole). Aunt to her beloved nephews,...

Antonio "Tony" Cicinelli

Antonio "Tony" Cicinelli

Oct 10, 2024

Cicinelli: Antonio "Tony"

It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Antonio (Tony) Cicinelli, on October 10th, 2024, at the age of 61. He was born on March 4th, 1963, in Toronto, Ontario. Tony will be sadly missed by his wife and best friend Laura, married 32 years, he was also a loving and devoted father to...

Christine Nora Rowe

Christine Nora Rowe

Oct 8, 2024

(Founding Member of Orillia Town & Country Club 55 years; Treasurer for Ganaraska Hiking Trail Association, Orillia 25 years)

Passed away at Trillium Manor, Orillia on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, after a courageous battle with Dementia in her 85th year. Beloved wife of the late Peter Rowe for 55 years. Dear mother to Michael (Lynn) Rowe, Cary (Eugene) Duffy, Kathleen (Shawn)...

Frank Kinzinger

Frank Kinzinger

Oct 7, 2024

Kinzinger, Charles “Frank”

Our hearts are heavy with grief as it is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Dad, Frank Kinzinger, on October 7, 2024, at the age of eighty-nine. 

Frank's journey began on March 14, 1935, in Toronto, Ontario, under the loving care of Edgar “Roy” and Daisy (Nee Montgomery) Kinzinger.

Frank's life intertwined with that of...

Sharon Lucille German

Sharon Lucille German

Oct 6, 2024

German; Sharon Lucille

Passed away at Champlain Manor, Orillia on Sunday October 6, 2024 at the age of 80. Sharon, beloved mother of Roy German (Tania Auer) and Matthew Shellswell. Proud grandmother of Norah, Nathan, Evelyn, Morgan and Samara. Dear daughter of the late Glen German and Edna & George Cressey. Sister of Penny and the late Melodie. Step sister of...

Kenneth "Ken" Robert Sutton

Kenneth "Ken" Robert Sutton

Oct 5, 2024

Passed peacefully on October 5, 2024 at Mariposa House Hospice at the age of 67. Loving husband to Sandy (nee Patenaude) for 33 years. Devoted father to Emily Clemens (Adam) and Alexandra Sutton. Adored “Little Grandpa” to Emerson and Wilafred “Freddie” Clemens. Son of the late Bob and Grace Sutton. Beloved brother of Jim Sutton, Ann Killbreath, Pat (Barry) Potter,...

Helen Janet Moore

Helen Janet Moore

Oct 3, 2024

Moore, Helen Janet (Cook) 

Passed away peacefully at Mariposa House Hospice on Thursday, October 3rd, 2024, in her 84th year. Wife of George Fredrick Moore (predeceased). Loving Mother to Bruce Todd Beckett (Angela Labine) of Kirkland Lake, Bonnie-Lea Christine Voros (Bill James) of Georgetown, Bentley Neil Beckett (Sally Baines) of Erin, Bridgette Janet Amyotte (Lee Amyotte) of River Valley. Loving Stepmother...

Kathryn "Kate" Alice Elizabeth Parsons Groom

Kathryn "Kate" Alice Elizabeth Parsons Groom

Oct 3, 2024

Parsons Groom Kathryn "Kate" Alice Elizabeth (nee Kerr)

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kate Parsons Groom at Southlake Hospital on Thursday October 3, 2024. Beloved wife of Greg Parsons (predeceased) and adored wife of Rich Groom. Loving mother of Krista and Dan Crate, Marci and Amy McConnell-Parsons, and Brent and Alison Parsons. Proud GranMommy of...

Vincenza Fabiano

Vincenza Fabiano

Oct 2, 2024

Vincenza Fabiano (nee Gagliardi)

April 6, 1937 - October 2, 2024

Fabiano: Vincenza (nee Gagliardi) passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on October 2, 2024 in her 88th year. Beloved wife to Giovanni (predeceased 2012). Loving and devoted mother to Tony (Tamara), Vince (Shelley), and Frank. Dearly loved by grandchildren Celesteal (Andrew), Amie, Cheyanne (John), Devan (Victoria), Sarah and Luke....

Shirley Marie Catto

Shirley Marie Catto

Sep 28, 2024

CATTO, Shirley Marie (nee Rhines) 

Peacefully at the Leacock Care Centre, Orillia, on Saturday, September 28th, 2024; in her 97th year. Beloved wife of the late William. Loving mother of Heather Catto and her partner Mike Collins of London, Janice Smith and husband Charlie of Coldwater, Katherine MacDonald wife of the late Grant of Coldwater, and Christine Riddell and husband Robert...

Ritha Lilly Hodder

Ritha Lilly Hodder

Sep 23, 2024

Hodder, Ritha Lilly

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our mother Lilly Hodder. She passed away peacefully on September 23, 2024, at the age of 91.

While Lilly had been retired for many years, she enjoyed the company of friends and staff at the Wexford Residence in Scarborough, and more recently at Spencer House...

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