Tributes

Recent obituaries in the Orillia and surrounding areas

Frederick George Ollerhead

Frederick George Ollerhead

Dec 16, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of a great man, in his 78th year, known to many as “Skife”.

Fred passed away unexpectedly while on vacation in Mexico on December 16, 2024 due to complications resulting from pneumonia. 

Beloved husband and companion of Anita (Morton/Zeidler). Cherished father of Sherry (Paul) and Dean Ollerhead of Newfoundland. Stepfather of Laura...

Robert "Bob" Macaulay

Robert "Bob" Macaulay

Jan 22, 2025

After dealing with stage four cancer for a year, Bob passed away quietly on January 22, 2025, at the age of 73. Predeceased by his parents Hugh and Dorothy Macaulay, he leaves behind his beloved wife and soulmate of 50 years, Carol (nee Adams), his sister Barbara (Fred) Hacker of Midland, his brother Andy of Waterloo, his brother-in-law Doug Adams...

Autumn Irene Isobel Tudhope

Autumn Irene Isobel Tudhope

Jan 21, 2025



Tudhope; Autumn Irene Isobel (nee Huffman)

With family by her side, Autumn Irene Isabel Tudhope (Huffman) December 3, 1927, passed quietly at the age of 97 on January 21, 2025. 

Autumn grew up in small town Orillia, daughter of Clifford and Francis Huffman, until marrying Lorne Tudhope and moving to Jarratt at 24 years old. This town girl knew nothing of farming...

Murray Wilfred Hawn

Murray Wilfred Hawn

Jan 27, 2025

Murray Wilfred Hawn: 

Husband, Father & Gramps 

Murray: A Gentle Man/A Gentleman/A Gentle Soul 

Today, we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Murray Wilfred Hawn on Monday, January 27, 2025 in his 73rd year. Murray passed away peacefully with his family by his side.   Left behind to grieve this profound loss, (while taking solace in all the memories)...

George Nelson Rumble

George Nelson Rumble

Jan 25, 2025

After a sudden and brief illness in his 86th year, George passed away peacefully in his sleep at Toronto Western Hospital with his loving family by his side. George is survived by his wife of 59 years Sylvia "Jean" Rumble (nee Erwin); daughter Leah Needham (Kyle); special "Poppy" to grandchildren Brianna (Alex), and Cameron; and son David Rumble (Mai Jen)...

Vivian Jean Cardinell (nee McKernon)

Vivian Jean Cardinell (nee McKernon)

Jan 25, 2025

Vivian Jean Cardinell (nee McKernon)

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of Vivian Jean Cardinell after a courageous battle with cancer at Mariposa House Hospice on Saturday, January 25, 2025, in her 82nd year surrounded by her loving family. Reunited with her beloved husband Robert. Loving mother to Shawn and Brian (Donna). Proud grandmother to...

Valerie Ann Beard (nee Tribbling)

Valerie Ann Beard (nee Tribbling)

Jan 24, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Valerie at Mariposa House Hospice on January 24, 2025 in her 61st year. She was surrounded by family and is now at peace after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Beloved wife of Randy Beard. Proud and devoted mother of Jake (Tianna), and stepmother to Jayme (Ryan) and...

Douglas "Doug" Mord Sneyd

Douglas "Doug" Mord Sneyd

Jan 21, 2025

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, Orillia on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, in his 94th year. Beloved husband of the late Shirley (nee Chapman). Loving father of Michael (Melanie Starr), Julie Brown (Doug), Karen Won (Michael), and Kevin (Anita Montgomery). Proud grandfather of Kendall, Devon, Matthew, Caroline (Jon), Austin (Marie-Ange), Emily (Matt), Natalie, Sarah, Peter, and...

Ernest "Ernie" George Robert

Ernest "Ernie" George Robert

Jan 21, 2025



Robert; Ernest "Ernie" George

(Former R.N. at Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital)

Peacefully at home, Orillia, on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at the age of 71 years. Ernie Beloved husband of Lynda Lee (nee Leef). Loving father of Mary-Ann Robert (Rob Moore) of Barrie and Scott Robert (Heather) of Thornton. Cherished grandfather of Rachel & Jack Henson and Sam & Ben Robert. Ernie...

Catharine "Gail" Ford

Catharine "Gail" Ford

Jan 19, 2025

Ford; Catharine "Gail" (nee Sutton)-

Peacefully on January 19th, 2025 at Stevenson Memorial Hospital, Alliston in her 87th year. Gail, beloved wife of the late John. Loved daughter of the late Alice & Bert Sutton. Sister of Beverley, Heather (Bruce predeceased), Steve (Jennifer) and the late Stuart (Marilyn predeceased). Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews from Ontario and Alberta. A...

Kenneth Otto Jaegge

Kenneth Otto Jaegge

Jan 18, 2025

It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of our Uncle Kenny, on Saturday January 18th, peacefully at Champlain Manor, in Orillia, ON with both nieces, Valerie and Susan at his bedside. 

 Kenneth was born in Toronto, ON on May 20th, 1925 to Violet Blanche Cropsey Jaegge and Walter Otto Jaegge (both predeceased). Kenneth is predeceased by his sister,...

Geraldine "Gerry" Gertrude Methot

Geraldine "Gerry" Gertrude Methot

Jan 15, 2025

Geraldine Gertrude Methot (née Murray)

Passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on January 15th, 2025, surrounded by her loving family after 19 courageous years with Alzheimer's. She was predeceased by her devoted husband of 61 years - John Methot; her sister Marilyn Rose Jenish (née Murray); and her brother John Murray. She is survived by her loving sons Paul...

Sylvia Jean Beard (nee: Buckindale)

Sylvia Jean Beard (nee: Buckindale)

Jan 12, 2025

Passed away at Mariposa House Hospice on Sunday, January 12, 2025; at the age of 88. Now reunited with her beloved husband & favourite dancing partner Robert Rix Beard. Loving mother of Randy (Val), Stephen, and Lorie (Terry). Cherished Gram of Dacoda, Jayme, Jacob, Michelle, Sadie, and Lexie and proud Great Gram of Trent, Sawyer, Liv, Ted, and Cam. Sylvia...

Paul Goddard

Paul Goddard

Jan 10, 2025

On January 10th, 2025 Paul E. Goddard left this earthly world to be reunited with other loved ones. Paul, father, grandfather, and friend, who left us in his 90th year, was born and raised in Interval, New Brunswick. He was an avid outdoorsman whose passion for nature was evident in everything he did.

Paul spent countless hours fishing on the lakes...

Wilma Joan Hammell

Wilma Joan Hammell

Jan 10, 2025

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of Wilma Joan Hammell (nee McKernon) at Mariposa House Hospice on Friday, January 10, 2025, in her 91st year surrounded by her loving family. Finally reunited with her beloved husband George (2004). Loving mother to Cheryl (Gene, predeceased) Hammell, Laurie Hammell, and Tom (predeceased) (Kelly) Hammell. Proud grandmother...

"Bob" Robert Storey

"Bob" Robert Storey

Jan 10, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, “Bob” Robert Slessor Storey on January 10, 2025 at Hospice Simcoe, at the age of 88. 

Bob was born on August 31, 1936 in Oro Township, Simcoe County, to his parents “Bus” Russell Storey and Alberta Storey (nee Slessor)(both predeceased)....

Dennis Gary Martin

Dennis Gary Martin

Jan 8, 2025

Peacefully passed away at the Hillcrest Village in Midland, on January 08, 2025, in his 73rd year. Beloved partner of Heather Croft. Loving and devoted father of Lisa (Mike) Radey, Meaghan (Drew) Cameron, and Allan (Sarah) Martin. Proud grandfather who forever will be missed by his grandchildren, Steven, Melissa, Rachel, Emma, Liam, Logan, Lilah, Joey, Dominic and Desiree. Predeceased by...

Sandra Lee Hollmann

Sandra Lee Hollmann

Jan 4, 2025

Hollmann; Sandra Lee (Coombs)

Suddenly at home, Gravenhurst on Thursday, December 26, 2024, at the age of 62 years. Loving mother of Cory Hollmann (Nicole Lesperance). Daughter to Arthur (predeceased) and Dorothy Coombs. Dear sister of John Coombs, Gail Canning, and sister in law of Janet Coombs and Michael Hollmann. Proud grandmother to Coulson Hollmann. Will be sadly missed by her...

Jordan Stanley

Jordan Stanley

Jan 4, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family of Jordan Stanley announce his passing on January 4, 2025 at the age of 28, while at home with his family. Jordan was the favorite son of Robin Ellis (Jeff Craig) and Rick Stanley. Number one "little" big brother to Taylor Stanley and Brooklyn Ellis, step-brother to Liam Perry, grandson of Roland...

Robert "John" Campbell

Robert "John" Campbell

Jan 2, 2025

Campbell; Robert "John"

Peacefully at Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, Orillia, on Thursday, January 2, 2025, in his 67th year. John Campbell, beloved husband of the late Shelley (nee Quinn). Father of Lucus. Dear brother of Roxanne (Dennis) Casey and brother-in-law to Sharon, Linda & Marlene. Survived by his many nieces, nephews and their families. Cremation to take place. Arrangements entrusted to the...

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