Tributes

Dec 23, 2024

Tasker; Blair

After a long struggle with his health, it is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our dear friend Blair Tasker. Blair was the only child of Marjorie and Albert Tasker. On December 22, 2024, Blair passed away peacefully at 69 years of age. A special thank you is extended to the dedicated, caring staff of Atrium Retirement...

Dec 22, 2024

Gooderham Finlay; Ian Delmer

Passed away at Soldiers' Memorial hospital on Sunday December 22, 2024 at the age of 57. Ian, beloved son of Sharon and the late William Finlay. Loving brother of Scott (Tammy) and Tania. Proud uncle of Rachel and Jordyn. Loved partner of Mackenzie Chin. Dear nephew of Michael Leonard, Michael Gagne and Joan Northey. Fondly remembered by...

Dec 20, 2024

Dec 19, 2024

Pearce; Douglas Alexander

It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of our family patriarch , Douglas Alexander Pearce - aka The Cranberry Man , on Dec 19th 2024 , in his 87 th year . Pre- deceased by the love of his life and wife of 63 years , Wanita Worthy( Young ) Pearce . Proud father to...

Dec 18, 2024

Lewis; Eileen Carole Anne Marie

On December 18, 2024, Eileen passed away, and is now reunited with the love of her life, George. It is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to a wonderful mother, and grandmother. Her family has countless memories of a supportive mom, who always lit up when she saw her children or grandchildren. Summers spent...

Dec 18, 2024

Jackson; William "Bill" "Cec" "Tom

Peacefully, after a long struggle with pneumonia, at Mariposa House Hospice, Severn, on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at the age of 83 years. Dear son of the late Cecil and Grace Jackson of Waterdown. Loving brother of Virginia, Richard, Sheila, James (all predeceased) and survived by his sister Carolyn of Embro,

. Cec will be missed by...

Dec 14, 2024

On this God given day, Saturday, December 14th, 2024, Cynthia (Cindy) Schultz (nee Hotham) has been welcomed by the Lord in his loving arms. Her battle with schizophrenia has come to an end and she is now free of pain and hardship. Finally, she is where she can rest and be at peace. 

Survived by her daughters Melissa Schultz (Alexander Kidd)...

Dec 13, 2024

Betty Dolores Street

January 1, 1930 - December 13, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our wonderful Mom.

On December 13, 2024, Betty passed away peacefully and is now united with the love of her life, her husband "Red".

She has left countless memories of love and laughter to us her beloved children, Deborah (Donald) Sheaffer, Richard (Julie),...

Dec 13, 2024

Corbett; Mary Joy Louise (nee Spraggett)

(Children's Worker - Orillia Presbyterian Church, St. Andrew's)

Peacefully at Oak Terrace, Orillia, on Friday, December 13, 2024, at the age of 86 years. Joy Corbett, beloved wife of Rev. Donald John Corbett for 63 years. loving mother of Danny Corbett of Fort St. John, BC, James Corbett of Pasadena, CA, Adam Friesen of London, ON,...

Dec 11, 2024

Morrison; Jason

Peacefully, with all who loved him, at the Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at the age of 50 years. Loving father of Rylee Beers-Morrison of Rama. Grandfather (Papa Jay) to SJ (predeceased), Lexi and Hudson Beers. Dear son of Terry Morrison of Orillia and the late Paula (Dubeau) Morrison. Big Brother to Michael Morrison and...

Dec 10, 2024

Russell; John Hamilton

With profound sadness, John passed away with family by his side after a long fight with glioblastoma, at Mariposa House Hospice in Severn, ON on December 10, 2024. Beloved husband of Susan Russell, married for 15 years. Loving father of Tanya Sullivan (Steve), Ryan Russell (Shannon), Scott Rumgay (Amanda). Proud grandfather of Dakota, Caleb, Emma, Jayden, Charlie, Jocelyn,...

Dec 10, 2024

Rideout; Pauline Gladys (nee Turner)(Former Secretary of St. Paul's United Church, Orillia & Metropolitan United Church, Toronto. Volunteer at Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, Member of St. Paul's Church Choir and the Cellar Singers)

Passed away peacefully at Mariposa House Hospice, Severn on Tuesday December 10, 2024 at the age of 88. Beloved wife of the late Terence Rideout. Loving mother of Paul...

Dec 9, 2024

Patricia Annette Bedford (nee Elsley)

Oct 24 1936 - Dec 9, 2024

Oh how she loved to laugh. And dance and sing and live life fully. Just ask those she’s survived by. Husband William (Bill). Children Chris (Liz), Julie (Don) and Carolyn (Shaun), along with her six grandchildren William, Aidan, Ryan, Corey, Katelynn and Justin. Those who were fortunate enough to know...

Dec 9, 2024

Loving husband to Annie Wadsworth (nee Binet) for 21 years. Devoted father of DeeAnna, Alycia, Olivia, Marissa and William. Treasured son of Doris Wadsworth (nee Knights) and the late Gordon Wadsworth. Dear brother to Janice Edwardson, Jackie Torrie (Scott) and Joanne Chantler (David). Uncle to Samantha Kennedy (Zack), Nathan Edwardson (Rhianna), Paige Blackman (Will), Jeslyn Chantler (Dean), Victoria Edwardson, Lyam...

Dec 8, 2024

It is with a very heavy heart that we share the passing of Carla Palmer. To represent the experiences of her life within the confines of this medium is impossible. Her care for others and vibrant stories are a hallmark of who she was. She has touched so many, making everyone part of her world. Carla always had a keen...

Dec 5, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of William (Bill) Dixon on Dec. 5, 2024 in his 98th year. Loving husband to the late Jane (nee Mulcock) and devoted father to John, Gord and Ann.

He was born on June 25, 1927 to Norman and Emma Dixon in Strathhaven, Ontario. Bill always stayed connected to his Strathaven roots...

Dec 3, 2024

 Former school teacher, passed away on December 3, 2024, at Leacock Care Centre in Orillia, after a brief illness. She was 89.

Born on May 18, 1935, in Lindsay, ON, Audrey grew up on a farm near Oakwood, ON, the only child of Charles and Doris (nee Rich) Wooldridge. An avid pianist, who earned her Grade 8 Royal Conservatory certificate, she...

Dec 3, 2024

Passed away in Orillia on December 3, 2024, in his 83rd year. Loving father of Cindy Cassels (David) and the late Brett Cornish. Proud Big Grandpa of Samantha (Tim), Brett (Kassidy) and Great Big Grandpa of Bryson, Landen, Avery, Gavin, and Easton. Dear brother of Roy Cornish (Kathy). Barry will be sadly missed by his special cousin Dan Cornish and...

Dec 2, 2024

Hay; Richard "Rick" Leo

Passed away at Spencer House, Orillia on Monday December 2, 2024 at the age of 83. Rick, beloved husband of Wendy McRae. Father of Rick Jr., Cathy and Darlene. Grandfather of Sean Monahan. Dear brother of Bev, Maureen, Donna (Les) and Gail (Warren).

Rick Hay was an award-winning coach who has made significant contributions to hockey and the...

Dec 1, 2024

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Robert Boorman on December 1, 2024, at Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, Orillia. Loving husband to Betty (nee Cadieux) for 69 years. Devoted father to Ron Boorman, Barb Vellinga, Brian Boorman, Jerry (Heather) Boorman, and Valerie Boorman. Dear grandfather of Andrew (Megan), Amy (Mike) McDevitt, Steven Vellinga, Courtney (Logan), Jeremy (Alyssa) and...