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LAVIGNE; PAUL   If you knew him, you laughed with him. Paul Lavigne was well known for his sense of humour and his generosity of spirit.  His family will hold him in their hearts forever-his wife of 39 years, Darlene Elder, daughter Alynne, son-in-law Miles Collyer and granddaughter Sidney; his siblings Gary, Ron, Eric and Annette-their spouses and children; plus a myriad of cousins, aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, and an extensive group of friends. Many of those friends...

Margaret Mary Brendan Boniface (nee Ring) passed away in Orillia on Friday November 25, 2022, she was 97.  Peggie was born in Hamilton, Ontario where her parents had settled after arriving from County Cork, Ireland.  In 1929 the family moved to Ingersoll where Peg’s father William worked as a bookkeeper for the New Idea Furnace Company. Peg graduated from Sacred Heart Separate School, IDCI and the Wells Academy of Business.  She and her husband Bert raised five children...

Cowper; Donald Ian    It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Donald Ian Cowper at Soldiers Memorial Hospital November 23, 2022. He was surrounded by his family. Ian was born in Toronto 1953.  He was a beloved son of the late Carlton and June Cowper and brother and special friend to both Bruce (Kathy) Cowper and Lynda (Peter) McLeod. He was also a cherished uncle to Reid & Becky Cowper, Kale & Kristin Cowper, Davin & Ruby Cowper, Tate & Kiri...

Bottomley; Elizabeth "Liz" Faber (nee Scott) Left this place for another on Tuesday, November 22, 2022.  Beloved wife of the late Douglas Bottomley.  She is survived by her chosen son; David (Sarah), her step-son James (Debbie) and grandson Damian.  Predeceased by her parents and one brother.  Liz will be remembered for her thoughtful and caring nature.  She loved people and endeavored to assist or comfort them just to see a smiling face.  She had...

Forman; Edwin Bruce We announce the death of our father and grandfather, Edwin Bruce Forman on Monday, November 21, 2022. Born on October 29, 1928, to Roy and Pearl Forman, he was predeceased by his wife Katherine and his sisters Mary, Bette and Louise. Father to Lisa of Mississauga, Paul (predeceased) and Greg (Claire) of Ottawa, he was the grandfather of Alexandra and Nicholas Wawrow, Maxine and Simon Forman and Liam, KJ and Tess Forman.  Cremation has taken place.  All...

Arens; June (Cousins)  passed away peacefully on November 21st with her family by her side. She was in her 89th year and lived a happy and full life. Beloved wife of the late Harry Arens (deceased August 12th 2022) Much loved mother of Angela Arens and Jane Marshall (Jeff) . Cherished grandmother of Aren Marshall-Chen (Sandrae), Erika Hartog (Brian) and Taylor Timpf (Adam). She was blessed with two great grandchildren , Marshall Timpf and Kehlani Chen. She will also be missed by her...

Siegrist; Stephen Gordon  Stephen passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 19, 2022, after a brief illness at the age of 67. Predeceased by his mother, Mary (McLellan) Turnbull; father, Gordon Siegrist; and sister, Jan Regis. Sadly missed by his brothers, Barry (Joey) and Eric (Deb); brother-in-law, Vernon; nephews, Elan and Étienne; and his extended family, neighbours, and friends. Steve had a lifelong love of the outdoors, and for many years lived near the mountains and...

Backus (nee: Ferguson) Josephine Margaret   Passed away on Wednesday November 16, 2022, in her 81st year at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital.  Beloved wife of Leo. Loving mother of John (Andrea) of Caledon, Michelle (Bryan) of Surrey BC.  Dear Grandmother of Lee Anne (Sasa), Bradley (Melanie), Ashley (Ben), Jessica (Elvis). Great Grandmother of Jayden, Mila, Oakland, Nikola, Scarlett, Eli, Maple Joe, and Chloe. The family will receive friends at the Mundell Funeral Home, 79...

Sova; Francis M (Dude) passed away peacefully on Nov 12th, 2022; at 4:20am in his home. Survived by Rose Marie (Garry) Baye, Theresa (Brian) Ruttle and Michael (Liz) Sova. 2 Grandchildren Frances (Mike) Szalay, Riley Sova. and 2 Great Grandchildren Amber & Megan Szalay. Francis has requested no service. Arrangements entrusted to the Mundell Funeral Home.  

Lagree; Wayne Douglas Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Mariposa House Hospice on Friday November 11, 2022 at the age of 73. Wayne, beloved husband of Marie (nee Westner) for over 49 years. Loving father of Krystal Abbott (Kyle) of Coldwater and Adam Lagree of Orillia. Proud grandfather of Carter, Violet & Maxwell Abbott and Jax Lagree. Dear brother of Mary Betsworth (Kevin) and Doug Lagree (Donna). Sadly missed by many nieces and nephews. Memorial Visitation will...