Tributes
Recent obituaries in the Orillia and surrounding areas
Patricia Annette Bedford
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...
Bruce Strong
Dec 31, 2024
Bruce E. Strong
August 24, 1945 - December 31, 2024
Bruce peacefully passed away on December 31, 2024 at Mariposa House Hospice, surrounded by his loving family. Bruce is survived by his wife Pat, brother Tom (Ev), daughter Renay (Chris), son Steve (Sara), stepdaughter Brandi (Quinn), his grandchildren Tyler, Haley, Caleb and Grace and great grandson Ethan. Bruce’s joy in life was...
James "Jimmie" Johnston
Dec 30, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James Arthur Johnston on December 30, 2024. Jimmie was born on July 12, 1946, in South Durham, QC. He went to McGill University - Macdonald Campus where he studied Agriculture. Jimmie moved to Ontario and began his long career in sales, starting with Ditch Witch and then 35 years...
Eric "Rick" Graham Jenkins
Dec 29, 2024
Jenkins; Eric "Rick" Graham (Retired Toronto Fire Fighter)
Passed away at Soldiers' Memorial Hospital on Sunday December 29, 2024 at the age of 79. Rick, beloved husband o fLynda (nee Matthewson) for over 58years. Loving father of Wendy Fizzard (Garry) of Barrie, Tracy Jenkins of Calgary and David Jenkins of Orillia. Cherished grandfather of Cynthia (Harpreet), Julia (Chris), Josh, Jake and...
Bruce Murray "Suds" Sutherland
Dec 26, 2024
“Life seems to go on without effort when I am filled with music.” ― George Eliot
Everyone who knew Bruce “Suds” Sutherland knows he lived a life filled with music; he passed away at home in his 80th year, surrounded by the love of his family and friends.
He is survived by loving wife of fifty-five years, Nancy, his three sons Tyler...
Blair Cameron Tasker
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...
Ian Delmer Gooderham Finlay
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...
Donald Joseph MacNeil
Dec 20, 2024
(Retired Detective Inspector and Proud Member of the OPP for 37 years.)
Passed away quietly after a long illness, at Leacock Care Centre, Orillia on December 20, 2024, at the age of 82. Donald, beloved husband of the late Shirley (nee Smiley). Loving father of Michael MacNeil (Karen) and Terri Meier (Jim). Cherished grandfather of Taylor (Kelly), Brittany (Kevin), Tyler and...
Douglas Alexander Pearce
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...
Eileen Carole Anne Marie Lewis
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...
William "Bill" "Cec" "Tom" Jackson
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...
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...
Cynthia "Cindy" Schultz
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)...
Betty Dolores Street
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),...
Mary Joy Louise Corbett
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,...
Jason William James Morrison
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...
John Hamilton Russell
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,...
Pauline Gladys Rideout
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...
Daniel "Dan" Wadsworth
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...
Carla Jane Palmer
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...
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