All Tributes

In Loving Memory of Robert (Bob) Dunn   Bob Dunn, 69, of Severn Township and long-term resident of Severn Bridge, passed away on February 23rd, 2020 at Soldier’s Memorial Hospital in Orillia, surrounded by the love of his family. Robert (Bob) Dunn, was born and raised in Craighurst to parents Arthur and Marion Dunn on June 23rd, 1950 Bob is survived by his ex-wife Margot Dunn, His sons and their spouses Robert Dunn (Stephanie Tiffin and ex-wife Cindy Dunn), Adam Dunn (Adrienne...

Cottrell; Dorothy Joan (1925 - 2020). She didn’t want to go, but on Friday February 21, well-loved Orillia resident Joan Cottrell fell into her final sleep.  Beloved wife of Bob (predeceased) and partner and friend to Tom Barnett (predeceased). Loving mother of Barry (Janice Hewitt) and Valerie (Jamie Powell), Joan was a supportive fun-loving nana to her four grandchildren, Jody Armstrong and Brent Cottrell and Gray and Elizabeth Powell. Her joy of life continued with her great...

Nosworthy; Betty Jean (nee Snell) Peacefully in the presence of Family at Trillium Manor, she left the arms of her earthly Family and was welcomed into her Heavenly Family. Born on Moore Ave in Toronto she will be laid to rest with her Husband and Son in Mt Pleasant Cemetery, (in view of the home she was born in). Beloved wife of the late Stan Nosworthy. Adored and beloved Mom to Stewart Nosworthy (pre-deceased), Paul Nosworthy (Josie Richardson),David Nosworthy (Linda), Lois Gilmour...

Dolan; Jessie Agnes (nee Evans) passed away peacefully at the Lakeridge Health Oshawa, on Saturday, February 15th, 2020, in her 93rd year. Jessie Dolan beloved wife of the late Reverend Meryle Dolan, loving mother of Diane (Wilf) of Gander, NL, Gail (Joe) of Oshawa, ON, Janice (Alexander) of Virginia Beach, VA and Larry Dolan. Cherished grandmother of Sandy, Gary, Kevin, Nicolas, Trevor, Sarah, Amy, Mark and 12 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Margaret Dickson and Caroline Wise and...

Woodman; Logan (Dec 1/1926-Feb 12/2020) Died peacefully at Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital in Orillia. He was the last surviving sibling of 12. Father, Robert and Mother, Isabel Woodman. His 5 children, 13 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren will miss him. Born in Millertown, Newfoundland, landed immigrant to Ontario in 1945 before it became a province of Canada. His long career at CP Rail lasted until his retirement. He lived all over Ontario and in Orillia several times. His last...

Gilchrist; Donald Allan (Retired Simcoe County Board of Education School Teacher) passed away at Soldiers' Memorial Hospital on Tuesday February 11, 2020 at the age of 80. Donald, beloved husband of Lena (nee Langman). Loving father of Randy Gilchrist (Lynda) and Kim Brancatella (Joe). Cherished grandfather of  Vito Brancatella, Josh Brancatella (Christina), Dan Gilchrist (Galena) and Julie Gilchrist. Proud great grandfather of Ava Raeburn. Dear brother of Barbara Neemre and the...

Cassar; Francis "Frank" Paul Domenic (Master Sheet Metal Mechanic at Bothwell Accurate for 43 years. His work can be seen all over Ontario; 60 year member in good standing of the Sheet Metal Workers Union Local 30) Passed away at Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, Orillia with his loving daughters by his side on Monday February 10, 2020 at the age of 86. Frank, husband of the late Betty (nee Park). Survived by his partner of 30 years Marty (Myrtle) Kingsland. Loving father of...

Hartshorn; Doreen Passed away peacefully in her sleep, to be with her loving Saviour, and beloved husband the late Ralph (2007), at Leacock Retirement Lodge, Orillia, ON, on Monday, February 10th, 2020. Loving mother of Laurence (Debbie), Mark (Sara-Dale) and Jennifer (Ken) Kilby. Dear grandmother of David (Michele) Hartshorn, Janet (Brett) Slykerman, Sui Lin Kilby, the late Daniel (2018) and great-grandmother of six. Visitation will be held at Marchmont Baptist Church, 3839 Town Line,...

Doner; Warren Harold  1927-2020   Long-time Orillia resident, Warren Doner, passed peacefully on Sunday February 9, 2020, in his 93rd year. Beloved husband of Mary (nee Ferguson) for 62 years. Loving father of Luanne (Peter Finnegan), Brian (predeceased) (Sakura Torizuka), John (Sherri), Michael (Jacintha Wesselingh). Warren’s greatest joy was spending time with his four children and his 11 grandchildren – Luanne (Michelle, Patrick & D’Arcy Finnegan), Brian...

GILL, Wilhelmina Everdina (formerly Hodgkinson) (nee: Van Kessel) (Member of the Orillia Probus Club and Guardian Angels' CWL; Volunteer at Food Bank; Longtime Employee at HRC) Peacefully at Trillium Manor, Orillia, on Saturday, February 8th, 2020; in her 79th year. Beloved wife of the Beverley "Bev" Hodgkinson (predeceased 1991) and John Cameron "Cam" Gill (predeceased 2007). Loving mother of Glenn Hodgkinson (Jodi), Blair Hodgkinson (Cindy), Dawn Widdes (Ken) and...