(Retired Bank Manager of C.I.B.C., Barrie. Active swimmer at the Y.M.C.A., Barrie until his 90th year.) passed away peacefully at Leisureworld Caregiving Centre, Barrie on Friday October 1st 2004 in his 96th year. Beloved husband of the late Celina Mary (nee Austin). Loving father of Aynslie Laprise and her partner Luke Mikolaski of Morpeth and David Little and his wife Beverley of Pickering. Grandfather of Jeffrey Little of Toronto, Stephen Little and his fiancé Victoria Zablocki of Ottawa. Brother of Mabel Rutledge of Orangeville and Minerva Gordon of Toronto. A private interment of cremated remains will take place at the Mount Pleasant cemetery , Orangeville. Arrangements entrusted to the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM Funeral Homes, Barrie.
KAWAGUCHI, Robert Yoshinobu
Peacefully at his late residence, on Monday October 4, 2004. Beloved husband of Corinne (Cherry) Kawaguchi. Loving and devoted father of Renée Guitard and her husband Danny. Proud grandfather of Shannon and Ryan. Survived by his brothers Susumu, Tetsuo, Mamoru, Junji, and sister Setsuko. Predeceased by brothers Shigeo, Yoshio, Takeru, Hiroshi, Namio, Masao, and Kazuo. Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM FUNERAL HOME, Clapperton and Worsley Streets, Barrie, on Thursday, from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. A Private Family Service will be held. Interment Barrie Union cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to World Vision.
PERCY, Rev. Henry Morten (Harry)
Went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 3rd, 2004, at the Simcoe Manor, Beeton. Harry Percy, in his 89th year, beloved husband of Joy (Robertson) for 60 years. Loving father to Ian and Georgian, Paul and Janis, Pat and Paul (Allison). Dear grandfather to Karen, Nathan, Serena, Jonathan, June, Greg, Mike, and great-grandfather to Kyle, Ashley, A.J., and Kade. Harry and Joy served with S.I.M. for over 40 years in Africa and Canada. Harry is predeceased by his brothers Doug, Jack (who both served in Africa), Norman, Andy, and sister Francis. Friends may call at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM FUNERAL HOME, 201 Minet’s Point Road at Yonge Street, Barrie, (705-721-1211), on Wednesday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. A service to celebrate Harry’s life will be held from EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH, 128 St. Vincent. St., Barrie, on Thursday, October 7th at 2:00 p.m. Donations to the Society of International Ministries (formerly Sudan Interior Mission) to help orphans affected by AIDS, would be appreciated.
FORBES, Elda Jane
Peacefully at Leisureworld Caregiving Centre, Barrie, on Tuesday, October 5th, 2004. Elda Forbes (nee Ferris), in her 84th year. Beloved wife of Gordon William Forbes. Dear mother of Greg Forbes (Diana) of Barrie. Loving grandmother of Megan and Jenaya. Dear sister of the late Evelyn Weir, and the late Dalton Ferris. Friends may call at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM FUNERAL HOME, Clapperton and Worsley Streets, Barrie, on Wednesday, from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Service in the Chapel on Thursday, October 7th at 3:00 p.m. Interment Barrie Union cemetery. Memorial donations to Central United Church, Barrie, would be appreciated by the family.
MONOOGIAN, Dorothy Anne
passed away peacefully at the General and Marine Hospital, Collingwood, on Saturday, October 2, 2004. Dorothy Monoogian (nee Shoniker) of Collingwood, and formerly of Barrie, was in her 81st year. Beloved wife of the late George Monoogian. Loving mother of Beverly Monoogian of Orillia, Christine Johnston of Las Vegas, and Barbara Stephens (Bill) of Collingwood. Grandmother of 8 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Sister of Jean Mitten of Trenton and the late Helen Stanley, William Shoniker, Gordon Shoniker, and Allan Shoniker. Friends may call at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM Funeral Home (Clapperton and Worsley Streets), Barrie on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Parish prayers at the funeral home on Wednesday 8:45 pm. Funeral mass from St. Mary’s Church, Barrie, on Thursday October 7th, 2004, at 1:30 pm. Interment St. Mary’s cemetery , Barrie. Donations to the Alzheimer Society or the Diabetic Association would be appreciated by the family
DUNCAN, Briant Joseph
Suddenly at home in Midland on Tuesday, October 5th, 2004, in his 34th year. Dearly beloved husband of Nicole (nee Eccleshall). Cherished only son of Joe and Sheila, and loving brother and best friend of Melissa (Tony Staab). Devoted uncle to Sean Staab of Nebraska. Loved son-in-law of Ross and Linda Eccleshall, caring brother-in-law and friend of Kevin (Angie), and dedicated uncle to Owen Eccleshall of Midland. Briant’s extended family of aunts, uncles, and cousins will miss his love of sports, cruises, and passion for family gatherings. Friends may call at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM FUNERAL HOME, Clapperton and Worsley Streets, Barrie, on Friday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral mass will be held from St. Mary’s Church, 65 Amelia Street, Barrie, on Saturday, October 9th, 2004, at 10:00 a.m. Interment St. Mary’s cemetery , Barrie. If so desired, memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
SHANAHAN, Velma Frances (nee Crittenden)
passed away peacefully at Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie, on Monday, October 4, 2004. Velma Shanahan of Oro, in her 74th year. Predeceased by her loving husband Norman. Beloved mother of Evelyn and Morley. Survived by her brother Jack Crittenden, and predeceased by her sister Elizabeth Wiggins. She will be dearly missed by her many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM Funeral Homes (Clapperton and Worsley Streets) on Saturday, October 9, 2004 from 10 a.m. until time of Funeral Service in the chapel at 11:00 a.m. Interment at St. Mary’s cemetery , Barrie. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Royal Victoria Hospital Regional Cancer Care Centre would be appreciated by the family.
LOUGHEED, William (Bill) McMurray, MD, FRCS ( C )
With great sadness Bill’s family announces his passing at his home in Barrie, Ontario on September 30, 2004. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by his children: Stoney, Bill, George, Joey and Bubba; his partner Margot; his niece Penny; his grandchildren; Kingsley, Brooke, Dylan, Heather, Nick, Jackie, Jordi, Scott, Kate and family members Janet, Sally, Jeff, Barb and Allan. Predeceased by his wife of 49 years, Grace, together they were loving parents and grandparents, and will be remembered for the strengths and memories they gave us. Teacher, innovator, boatbuilder, Georgian Bay adventurer and surgical pioneer, he devoted his career to the creation and advancement of neurovascular surgery in Canada. His contributions to surgery are honoured each year through the University of Toronto’s Department of Surgery W. Lougheed Microsurgial Course. A celebration of his life will be held at Barrie Central United Church on Friday October 8th at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the W. Lougheed Microsurgical Course. c/o Toronto General and Western Hospital Foundation. (416-340-3935, www.uhn.ca/foundation/tgh/western) Arrangements entrusted to Steckley-Gooderham Funeral Home (30 Worsley Street and Clapperton Street) Barrie.
YATES, Amelia Elizabeth (Millie)
At the Coleman Care Centre, Barrie on Tuesday, October 5th, 2004. Millie Yates, of Barrie, beloved wife of the late Thomas Mowat Yates. Dear mother of Donna and her husband Marc Hunter of Barrie, Thomas Yates and his companion Margaret McKellar of Vancouver Island and the late Gerald and Richard Yates. Loving grandmother of Lisa and Cara Hunter, James and Ritchie Yates and great grandmother of 4 great grandchildren. A graveside service will be held at the Barrie Union cemetery on Friday, October 8th, at 10:00am. A celebration of Millie’s life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Royal Victoria Hospital Cancer Care Centre through the Steckley-Gooderham Funeral Home, Clapperton and Worsley St., Barrie.
REED, Ernest Henry (Ernie)
[Former Mayor of the City of Fort William 1961 to 1969]: At the Victoria Village, Barrie, on Wednesday, October 6th, 2004. Ernie Reed of Barrie, and formerly of Thunder Bay, in his 92nd year. Beloved husband of the late Jessie Boynton (1996). Loved father of Carol Snyder of Markham, and Liz and George Worrall of Midhurst, Ontario. Fun loving grandpa of Bradley and Tammy Snyder, Murray and Jennifer Snyder, Laurie Snyder, Terry Worrall, and Julie and Bill Cober. Great grampa of Josh and Blake Snyder and Taylor Cober. Dear uncle to three nieces and three nephews, and their families. Predeceased by his brothers and sisters Grace Hudson, Mabel Knapton, Edith Reed, Clifford Reed, and Irwin Reed. Loving friend of Mary Irwin and family. Friends may call at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM Funeral Home (201 Minet’s Point Road and Yonge Street) Barrie, on Saturday, October 9th, 2004 from 10:00 a.m. until time of service in the Chapel at 11:00 a.m. Cremation. Inurnment Prospect cemetery , Toronto, at a later date. In memory of Mr. Reed, memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society or the Royal Victoria Hospital Regional Cancer Care Centre would be appreciated.
TREMBLAY, Marjorie Eleanor (nee Dagg)
passed away peacefully in Barrie on Saturday November 27, 2004. Marjorie E. Tremblay of Bradford and formerly of Barrie was in her 78th year. Beloved wife of the late Alfred Tremblay. Loving mother of Dwight Tremblay and his wife Cathy of Schomberg, Daphne Tout and her husband Ron of Barrie and Allison MacDonald and her husband Garry of Bradford. Friends may call at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM Funeral Home (Clapperton and Worsley Streets), Barrie on Monday from 7-9 pm. Service in the chapel on Tuesday November 30th at 11:00 am. Cremation. Memorial donations to the R.V.H. Regional Cancer Care Centre or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
MUIRHEAD, Gladys Mildred
passed away peacefully at home on Thursday November 25th 2004. Gladys Muirhead of Stroud was in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Norman.Loving mother of Ronald Muirhead of Gooderham, Ontario and William Muirhead and his fiancé Paulette of Petitcodiac New Brunswick. Cherished grandmother of Jamie, Donna, Sandra, Christopher, Debbie, Jeff, Stephen and Kevin and 11 great grandchildren. Survived by her brother Fred Thomsett of Schomberg. Friends may call at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM Funeral Home (Clapperton and Worsley Streets), Barrie on Monday 7-9 pm and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Service in the chapel on Wednesday December 1st at 1:00 pm. Interment Highland Memorial Gardens, Toronto.
GROSS, David Anthony
Suddenly, after a brief illness, at York Central Hospital, Richmond Hill, on Saturday November 27th, 2004. David Gross of Barrie was in his 71st year. Loving father of Ramona and her husband Terry, Paula and her husband Ted, David and his wife Wendy, and Mark and his wife Cheryl. Papa Gross to Faye, Paul, Hannah, Jenna, C.C., Dalan, Allison, and Kate. Lovingly missed by his brother Jack, and sisters Sophie and Mary. A Service of Remembrance will be held at the Collier Street United Church, Barrie, on Wednesday, December 1st, 2004, at 1:00 pm.
VEITCH, Mildred Sophia
At Leisureworld Health Care Centre, Barrie on Monday, November 29th, 2004. Mildred Ford of Barrie in her 98th year, beloved wife of the late Edson Veitch. Dear mother of Murray Veitch and his wife Molly of Edgar, Marion and her husband Jack Cain of Barrie, Dorothy and her husband Roland Deveau of St. Thomas. Loving grandmother of 6 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Dorothy Campbell, of Barrie and the late Clifford, Clarence, Murray Ford and Maude Young. Friends may call at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM FUNERAL HOME, Clapperton and Worsley St., Barrie on Thursday from 10:00am until time of service in the chapel on Thursday, December 2nd at 11:00am. Interment Barrie Union cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Leisureworld Health Care Centre.
McBride, Elsie Irene
At Victoria Village, Barrie on Monday, November 29th, 2004. Elsie McBride, in her 88th year, of Barrie, beloved wife of the late Charles Hurtibese and the late Jack McBride. Dear mother of Paul Hurtibese and his wife Jonny of Whitby, Mary Jane Boorer and David Hurtibese both of Barrie. Loving grandmother of Jason, Stacey, Amanda, Christopher and the late Troy and great-grandmother of Owen and Evan. Dear sister of John Coles of Gravenhurst and the late Charles Coles and Dora Sloan. Friends may call at the Steckley-Gooderham Funeral Home, Clapperton and Worsley St., Barrie on Wednesday from 7:00pm until 9:00pm and at Collier St. United Church, Barrie on Thursday, December 2nd from 12:00pm until time of service from the church at 1:00pm. Interment St. Mary’s cemetery , Barrie. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
CANCADE, Joyce Alma
(WREN. WWII. Formerly member of Barrie Art Club and member of the C.W.L. St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Barrie. Born 19th May 1926) passed away peacefully at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie on Thursday December 2, 2004. Joyce Cancade (nee Martin) of Barrie, in her 79th year. Beloved wife and best friend of Joe Cancade. Mother of Christopher Martin Cancade (April) of Pembroke, and Sandra Barnes (Fred) of Hoe Doe Valley. Dear grandmother of Jacob and Jonah Cancade. Daughter of the late Mary (Vardy) and George Martin. Sister of Bea Montgomery of Oshawa and Ola Partridge of Bancroft. Pre-deceased by sisters Lydia Dean, May Reid, Sadie Hart and brothers Lingham, George, Elmer and Lloyd Martin. Friends may call at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM Funeral Home (Clapperton and Worsley Streets), Barrie, on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. A funeral mass will be held at St. Mary’s Church on Saturday, December 4th, 2004, at 10:00 am. Cremation. Memorial donations may be made to the R.V.H. Regional Cancer Care Centre. Parish prayers will be held at the Funeral Home on Friday evening at 8:45 pm.
DUERN, Joseph Earl
Peacefully at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie on Thursday December 2nd, 2004. Earl Duern of Barrie in his 80th year. Beloved husband of Irma (nee Nuhn). Loving father of William (wife Vicky) of Beeton, Robert, Ronald both of Barrie, and Mary McDonald-Perkins (husband Charles) of Newmarket. He will be sadly missed by his grandchildren Travor, Kevin, Stephen, Raymond, Heather, and Elizabeth. Dear brother of Ernest, Andy (Sophia), Rita Miners, and George (Shirley). Predeceased by his brothers Bernard, Leonard and his sister Isabel. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Friends may call at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM Funeral Home (201 Minet’s Point Road at Yonge Street), Barrie on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Monday morning December 6th, 2004 at 11:00 o’clock. Cremation. Memorial Donations to a charity of choice would be appreciated by the family.
TANTON, Elizabeth Joan
After a lengthy battle with cancer, went home to be with the Lord, at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie, on Friday, December 3rd, 2004. Beth Tanton of Barrie, beloved wife of Jim. Loving mother of Cassie and Becky both at home. Loving daughter of Hazel Martin. Dear sister of Barb Dring and Karen Packer. Friends may call at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM Funeral Home, (201 Minet’s Point Road at Yonge Street) Barrie, on Sunday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held from Mapleview Community Church, Barrie, on Monday, December 6th, 2004, at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Barrie Food Bank would be appreciated.
