Obituaries

Tamara Kossykh

Tamara Kossykh

Jun 8, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Tamara Kossykh (née Antipyeva), who left us on Monday, June 8, 2026, at the age of 93.

Tamara was born on March 8, 1933, in Manchuria, China. Her grandfather was the founder of the settlement of Barzhakon, where her family lived. She graduated from a parish school and later studied...

Alexander David McMillen

Alexander David McMillen

May 17, 2026

Passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday, May 17th, 2026, in his 73rd year.

David was predeceased by his parents, Melburne and Rita, as well as his beloved wife, June, nine years ago, a loss he carried deeply throughout the years that followed. Their life together was built on love, companionship, and treasured memories that remained close to his heart...

Robert Ricciardi

Robert Ricciardi

May 14, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Ricciardi, who departed peacefully surrounded by his loving family after a brief and courageous battle with cancer.

Beloved husband of Elaine Ricciardi (née Fantin), Robert was a devoted and loving partner whose humour, strength, and steadfast love will be deeply missed. He was the cherished son of Eva Ricciardi and...

Murney Dennis Jessup

Murney Dennis Jessup

May 11, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Murney Dennis Jessup, at home, on May 11th, 2026. Beloved husband of the late Karen Lynn for 47 wonderful years. Devoted father to Wesley (Samantha) and the late Carrie-Anne (Scott). Proud grandfather to Sharmayne, Jaden, Ashlynn, Raulind, Devon, Bree-Anne, Harlee, Kyra, Victorya, Trinity, Rachel, Graham, predeceased by grandchildren Krandkle...

Georgina "Jordy" Ritchie

Georgina "Jordy" Ritchie

May 10, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Georgina "Jordy" Ritchie on May 10, 2026, at the age of 72.

Jordy was the beloved and devoted wife of Michael Ritchie, and a loving and proud mother to Robert (Cyndy). She was a cherished Granny to Natalie, Madison, and Rylee, and a treasured Great-Granny to little Lilly, who all brought her endless...

Leonesa Fatima Pires

Leonesa Fatima Pires

May 9, 2026

Passed peacefully at Royal Victoria Hospital at the age of 84.

Beloved wife of Valdemar for 61 years. Devoted mother to Ana (Brent) Hayes & Anibal (Sara) Pires. Proud Avó to Caitlyn & Ryan.

Family and friends will be received on Wednesday, May 13 at the Innisfil Funeral Home, 7910 Yonge Street, Innisfil (Stroud), from 2:00pm-4:00pm & again from 7:00pm-9:00pm. A Funeral...

Nuala Evans

Nuala Evans

May 4, 2026

Surrounded by the love of her family, Nuala Bernadette Evans passed away at home on May 4, 2026, in her 63rd year.

Beloved wife of Tom, together for 42 wonderful years, she was a colourful and loving mother to Amelia Kathleen, Duncan William, and Griffin Daniel (Caroline). She will be deeply missed by her siblings Nora (Jim), Phillip, and Michael (Lori),...

William "Bill" George Bilokrely

William "Bill" George Bilokrely

May 3, 2026

Surrounded by his loving family, William “Bill” Bilokrely passed away peacefully on Sunday May 3, 2026 in his 68th year at Hospice Simcoe in Barrie, Ontario.

Bill was the much-loved only son of Olga and William “Bill” Bilokrely Sr., born May 18, 1958 in Toronto, Ontario. Bill spent much of his younger years at the family cottage his father built in...

Reanice Teresa Allen

Reanice Teresa Allen

Apr 20, 2026

It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of our mother’s passing. Reanice Allen passed away peacefully at home April 20, 2026. While we are heartbroken, we find comfort knowing she was where she wanted to be, finally reunited with Bill, her husband of 56 years. A loving mother and grandmother. Loving sister to Eva and predeceased...

William Douglas Sawyer

William Douglas Sawyer

Apr 16, 2026

It is with heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of William “Douglas” Sawyer on April 16, 2026, surrounded by family at the age of 88. Beloved husband to Ruth (nee Black) for 47 wonderful years. Loving and devoted father to Margaret (David) Grozelle and William (Robyn) Sawyer. Proud grandfather to Iain, Emma, Eben, Adalyn, Fynn and Felix. Doug is...

Sandra Lea Phillips (Halman)

Sandra Lea Phillips (Halman)

Apr 7, 2026

August 23, 1949 – April 7, 2026

Sandra Phillips passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie, Ontario, surrounded by the love of her family.

Sandra was a woman of immense spirit and tireless energy, leaving behind a legacy of care that stretched far beyond her own home and into the heart of...

George Mehaffey

George Mehaffey

Mar 29, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of George Mehaffey in Barrie, Ontario on March 29, 2026, at the age of 89. George was a proud mild-mannered man who enjoyed his life to the fullest. He had a great sense of humor, loved his family deeply, and was never afraid to get his hands dirty with one...

Gary Vern Daniel Hall

Gary Vern Daniel Hall

Mar 16, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Gary Vern Daniel Hall announce his sudden passing on Monday, March 16th, 2026, in Cookstown, just shy of his 65th birthday.Gary was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Annie Hall, whom he met in 1987 and married in 1992. She will miss him immensely. He was a proud and loving...

John Rossiter

John Rossiter

Feb 25, 2026

John Rossiter, who passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026, in his 92nd year.

John was born on July 7, 1934, in Owen Sound. In the 1950s, he married the love of his life, Gwen, and together they built a life in Barrie filled with devotion, quiet strength, and enduring love. John was predeceased by his beloved Gwen in 2011, a...

Christopher Joseph McKee

Christopher Joseph McKee

Feb 19, 2026

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Passed away peacefully at home with grace & dignity, surrounded by his family.

Beloved husband to Shelley Lynn (nee Wilkes) for 20 years. Loving and devoted father to Kyle (Renee) McKee, Justin McKee, Courtney (Colin) Merry, Brandon Oles, and...

Gerald Andrew Duquette

Gerald Andrew Duquette

Jan 28, 2026

Gerald Andrew Duquette passed away quietly and unexpectedly on January 28, 2026 with his family by his side at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie. Gerry will be sadly missed by his wife, Wendy; his children, Andrew and Robin (Ding); his grandchildren; Sybil, Grace and Jack; his step-daughter Michelle (James); and his brother John (Joan). Predeceased by his parents Gil...

Alexey Ustyuzhaninov

Alexey Ustyuzhaninov

Jan 21, 2026

It is with heavy hearts we announce Alexey Ustyuzhaninov passed on January 21, 2026, just a few days after his 60th birthday, at the Southlake Hospital in Newmarket.

Beloved husband to Elena Ustyuzhaninova (nee Yakovleva) for 40 wonderful years. Loving and devoted father to Maria Ustyuzhaninova (Alexander Sergeyev) and Ekaterina Ustyuzhaninova (Tyler McDonald). Proud grandfather to Yana & Christina Sergeyev. Dear...

Ruth Duncan Restrup

Ruth Duncan Restrup

Jan 16, 2026

Ruth Duncan Restrup passed away peacefully on January 16, 2026, at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie, Ontario, in her 82nd year.

Ruth made her home in Innisfil, Ontario, with her devoted husband, George, where she was surrounded by love and family. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, remembered for her caring heart, strong spirit, and unmistakable...

Xenofon Kirbas

Xenofon Kirbas

Jan 10, 2026

On the night of Friday, January 9th, 2026, Xenofon Kirbas passed away two weeks shy of 95 years old. He passed peacefully near his family at home in Barrie: Demetrios Kirbas, his only remaining child, Roula Dimopoulos, his beloved daughter-in-law, and his adored grandson of shared name, Xenofon Kirpas Jr.

Xenofon Sr. was born in Perni, Kavala, Greece on January 21st,...

Marcia Anita Hazen

Marcia Anita Hazen

Jan 10, 2026

Passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 10, 2026, surrounded by her family. Marcia is now reunited with her beloved husband, Ian Hazen, who predeceased her. She will be lovingly remembered by her siblings Joumah (Lynn), Jody, and Randy (Maria). A devoted and cherished aunt to Katrina (Vincenzo), Jonathan (Nicole), Melissa, Sierra, Jessica, Alexis, Lucas, and Matthew. Marcia was also a...