Obituaries

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...

Joseph Leon Pitre

Joseph Leon Pitre

Jan 7, 2026

Passed away peacefully at the age of 93, at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie, Ontario, on Wednesday, January 7th 2026.

He is survived by his children Kimberley Gonneau (Garry), Denise Paolucci (Mike), Robert (Leigh Ann) and Matthew (Sally). Poppa will be fondly remembered by his ten grandchildren; Taylor Gonneau (Jenny), Amanda Lloyd (Mack), Jessica Hardwicke-Brown (Andrew), Michael Paolucci (Amber), Robert Pitre, Joshua Pitre,...

Laurie Janice Mary Woods

Laurie Janice Mary Woods

Jan 6, 2026

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Laurie Woods on Tuesday, January 6th, 2026, at Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie, in her 74th year. 

Beloved wife of Paul for 56 years. Cherished mother of Dennis (Kris), Keith (Irene), Debbie (Josh), and Shalane (Greg). Loving grandmother of Annie, Tiger, Tia, Sarah, Hannah, Devyn, Shelby, Trace, and Katie. Survived by...

Hendrik Johannes Steyn

Hendrik Johannes Steyn

Jan 3, 2026

Hendrik peacefully passed away into the arms of his Lord and Savior, surrounded by his loving family on Saturday Jan 3, 2026 in his 99th year

Beloved husband of late Renéé Steyn (nee Hupkes) for almost 66 years. Loving dad of Dirk (Feb 16, 2011) Corietha (Hannes) Cilliers, Rudolf (Gwyneth), Willie (May 5, 2025)(Illse)

Proud grandpa of Henk (Louise) Steyn, Sarel (Heike)...

John 'Rob' Robert Vince Fowlie

John 'Rob' Robert Vince Fowlie

Dec 27, 2025

Passed peacefully surrounded by family on December 27, 2025, in Barrie at the age of 73.

Beloved husband to Maria (nee LaDelfa) for 35 years. Loving and devoted father to Irene (Jon) Marcotte. Proud grandfather to Weston and Abigail Marcotte. Predeceased by parents Vince and Irene. Dear brother to Cicily (predeceased), Cheryl, Chris (Penny), and Jim (Christine) and brother-in-law to Connie...

Karyn Margaret Stacey

Karyn Margaret Stacey

Dec 26, 2025

 It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Karyn Margaret Stacey at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie, at the age of 63. She leaves behind a family who loved her deeply and will carry her spirit forward every day.

Karyn shared 42 years with her devoted husband, Tim, and they would have celebrated 35 years of...

Kenneth George Harmston

Kenneth George Harmston

Dec 19, 2025

Peacefully at Fountain View in Toronto in his 95th year. Beloved husband to the late Mary (nee Gillespie). Loving and devoted father to Elaine Harmston. Affectionate companion to Mildred Sears. Predeceased by parents Walter and Rachel Harmston. Brother to Dorothy, Eileen, Marion, Edwin and Audrey. Ken will be dearly missed by many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

An auto mechanic...

Vito Cozzella

Vito Cozzella

Dec 11, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Vito Cozzella on Thursday, December 11th 2025 at the Hospice Simcoe on his 62nd birthday, after his courageous fight with cancer. Beloved husband of Fatima for 28 wonderful years. Devoted and loving father to his daughter Elizabeth (Timothy), and his sons Daniel and Gabriel. Loving brother to...

Edmund James Mills

Edmund James Mills

Dec 7, 2025

Passed peacefully at Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie, surrounded by family, at the age of 93. Beloved husband to the late Doris Mae (nee Webb) for 69 wonderful years. Loving and devoted father to Bonnie (James, predeceased) McCann, Bill (Karen) Mills, and Mark (Judith) Mills. Proud Papa to 11 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Alice. Predeceased by parents...

Dmitri Kassianov

Dmitri Kassianov

Dec 4, 2025

In Loving Memory of Dmitri Kassianov October 11, 1979 – December 4, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Dmitri Kassianov, who left us on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at the age of 46.

Dmitri was born on October 11, 1979, and is lovingly remembered by his wife, Olga, and their children, Keira (12) and Timothy (7). He is...

William John Fennell

William John Fennell

Nov 24, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William John Fennell on Monday November 24 2025 at Royal Victoria Hospital in his 85th year. Beloved Husband of Leona Elizabeth Morley, together for 35 years. Devoted Father to Tammy Lynn Fennell and Jeffrey Jay Fennell. Loving Stepfather to 5 children, Grandfather to 15 children, Great Grandfather to 11...

Dianne Louise Third

Dianne Louise Third

Nov 22, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Dianne Louise Third (nee Perry), who passed away peacefully on November 22, 2025, at the age of 82 at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie. She was surrounded by love, with a family member by her side at all times.

Mom was born and raised in Toronto...

Kenneth Stewart Diceman

Kenneth Stewart Diceman

Nov 20, 2025

It is with heavy hearts we announce the unexpected passing of Kenneth Stewart Diceman on November 20, 2025, aged 64 at Sunnybrook Hospital, Toronto.

Known to most as Ken, he was the beloved husband to Teresa (nee Hood) for 40 wonderful years. Loving and devoted father to Bradley (Kristie) and Colin (Victoria). Proud grandfather to Cayden, Hudson, and Aria. Dear brother...

Frederick Louis Spring

Frederick Louis Spring

Nov 4, 2025

For those unable to attend in person, please click on the following link to register your device and view the service via LiveStream: https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=1e11d193-4106-40f8-bc39-12090280e8e5 

With music in his soul and a comeback line always ready, Frederick Louis Spring took his final bow on November 4th, surrounded by love.

Born July 28, 1950, Fred lived a vivid 75 years on his own terms...

Concetta Immacolata Lippolis

Concetta Immacolata Lippolis

Nov 4, 2025

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, November 4th, 2025, at IOOF Long Term Care Home, at the age of 89. Beloved wife of Giovanni. Cherished mother of Rose (Charles), Anthony (Patrizia), Paul (Tina). Loving Nonna of Nicole (Christopher), Samantha (Mitchell), Melissa (William), Grace, and Anderson. Special Bisnonna of Imogen, Arlo, Maverick, Charlotte, Wesley and Nico. Concetta will be...

Elizabeth "Betty" Ena Judges

Elizabeth "Betty" Ena Judges

Nov 2, 2025

With heavy hearts, her family announce the passing of Betty Judges (née Spurrell). Our loving mother passed away on Sunday morning, November 2, 2025 in Barrie, Ontario, with family by her side. Betty was born in Newfoundland, and lived a happy life in Toronto with her husband, Bob, raising two kids Rob and Chrissy (Jeff Moynihan) and helping raise three...