At her residence on Saturday April 14, 2007. Bessie Westicott of Barrie at the age of 86 years. Beloved wife of the late Emerson Westicott. Loving mother of Brenda Baxter and Barbara (Jim MacPherson) Christie. Grandmother of Christopher (Pat) Baxter and great grandmother of 3. Dear sister of Pearl, Edna, Doris, Mary and Millie. Friends may call at the STECKLEY- GOODERHAM Funeral Home (201 Minet’s Point Road at Yonge Street) Barrie on Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Thursday April 19, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. Interment St. James cemetery , Stroud. In Mrs. Westicott’s memory, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Alzheimer’s Society would be appreciated.
Witzmann, Reinhard A.
Suddenly, at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie on Monday, April 16th, 2007. Reinhard Witzmann of Barrie (formerly of Toronto), in his 72nd year. Beloved husband of 50 years to Irma Witzmann. Dear brother of Othmar and his wife Edeltraud Witzmann and Brigitte and her husband Hansi Radfux all of Austria. Friends may call at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM FUNERAL HOME (201 Minet’s Point Road at Yonge Street), Barrie on Friday, April 20th, 2007 from 10 o’clock until time of memorial service in the chapel at 11 o’clock. Cremation. Memorial donations to the Diabetes Association would be greatly appreciated.
Lawrence, Jean Doris
At the Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie on Monday April 16, 2007. Jean (Stinson) Lawrence, of Barrie, in her 77th year. Loved mother of Joseph Lawrence of Barrie. Predeceased by son Scott Lawrence. Loving grandmother of Benjamin Lawrence and Holly Gillies and her husband Richard Pilon of Barrie and great grandmother of 3. Dear sister of Betty Karn of Flesherton as well as predeceased by brothers Wally Stinson and Harold Stinson. A memorial service will be held at the Steckley-Gooderham Funeral Home, (Clapperton and Worsley St.), Barrie on Friday April 20th, 2007 at 1:00pm. Family will receive friends one hour prior to service. If so desired, memorial donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
DUIVENVOORDEN, Nicolaas (Nick) Johannes
passed away suddenly at home surrounded by his loving family on Monday April 16, 2007. Nick Duivenvoorden of Oro in his 65th year. Beloved husband of Dianne of 40 years. Loving father and Opa of Peter (Michele) and their children Dylon, Dalton, and Duston; Nick (Debbie) and their daughter Natasha; Noreen (Chris) Iles and their children Emma and Jacob; and Elisabeth (Tibor) Haasz and their daughter Danika and their soon to be son. Dear brother of Maria VanderMast, John Duivenvoorden, Joyce Allen, Elisabeth Kristenson, Nancy Kearns, and Peter Duivenvoorden. Loved son in law of Noreen Thomas. Uncle Nick will be sadly missed by his many nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends may call at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM Funeral Home (201 Minet’s Point Road at Yonge Street) Barrie on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held from St. John Vianney Church (13 Baldwin Lane) Barrie on Friday April 20, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. Interment St. Mary’s cemetery , Barrie. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations to the charity of the donor’s choice.
HAZEL CATHRINE WILKES (GREGORY)
AUGUST 27, 1914 - April 19, 2007
Peacefully passing at home on April 19, 2007 at a wonderful age of 92. Loving wife of Fred (deceased). Mother to Fern, Gail(deceased)and Faye. Will be missed by Grandchildren Judy, Michael, Allen, Deborah and Dianne. Great grandchildren Casandra, Stephanie and Anthony. Wonderful sister to Grace, Ethel, Myrtle, and surviving brothers Raymond, Howard, Donald and Robert Gregory. Aunt and Great aunt to many nieces and nephews. Donations in lieu of flowers made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or The Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the Steckley-Gooderham Funeral Homes, Barrie.
Northrope, Hilda May
Peacefully at the Coleman Health Care Centre, Barrie on Thursday April 19, 2007 in her 89th year. Wife of the late Melvin Northrope. Loving mother of Gordon Northrope of Belleville. Dear sister of Dorothy Richards of Barrie. Friends may call at the Steckley-Gooderham Funeral Home, (Clapperton and Worsley St.), Barrie on Sunday from 7-9:00pm. Service in the chapel on Monday April 23rd at 11:00am. Interment Barrie Union cemetery.
FLETCHER, Mary Matilda
After a lengthy illness, at St. Michael’s Hospital, Toronto on Thursday, April 19th, 2007. Mary Fletcher of Innisfil, in her 74th year. Survived by husband Gerald Fletcher; children Guy Maracle, Donna Armstrong, David Maracle; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers and sisters. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff of St. Michael’s Hospital for their care and support. Friends may call at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM FUNERAL HOME (201 Minet’s Point Road at Yonge Street), Barrie on Monday from 7-9pm. A funeral service will be held in the chapel on Tuesday, April 24th, 2007 at 3:00pm. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
HILL, ELIZABETH (BETTY)
Peacefully at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie on Saturday April 21st, 2007. Betty Hill of Barrie in her 70th year. Beloved wife of Ronald Hill. Loving mother of Stephen Hill (Sandra) and Elaine Hill all of Barrie. She will be sadly missed by her 2 grandchildren Bryson and Brittany. Dear sister of Maureen Connelly (Brian) of Barrie, Marget Gabbey (Hugh) and Marilyn Fletcher (Paul) all of Northern Ireland. Special sister in law of David Hill (Betty) and their daughter Lindsay of Northern Ireland. Also survived by her nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Friends may call at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM FUNERAL HOME (201 Minet’s Point Road at Yonge Street) Barrie on Thursday April 26th, 2007 from 2:00 p.m. until Time of Service in the Chapel at 3:00 p.m. Cremation. Memorial donations to the Canadian Liver Foundation would be appreciated.
Carr, Rose Alice
passed away at home on Monday April 23, 2007 at the age of 68. Beloved wife of the late Everest A. Carr. Loving mother of Dan and his wife Jane, David and his wife Alison, and Duane and his wife Jennifer. Proud “Granny” of Stephanie, Garrett, Jim, George, Christopher, Alyssa, and Adam. Friends may call at the Steckley-Gooderham Funeral Home (Clapperton and Worsley Streets) Barrie, from 2:00 p.m. on Thursday April 26, 2007 until the time of the Funeral Service in the Chapel at 3:00 p.m. Cremation. Donations to the Royal Victoria Hospital Regional Cancer Care Centre would be appreciated.
DRYDEN, GERALD VERNON
Peacefully surrounded by his family at the Royal Victoria Hospital Barrie on Wednesday April 25th, 2007. Jerry Dryden of Barrie was born in Moncton, N.B. on October 20th, 1919. Beloved husband of 48 years to Viola Dryden. Loving father of Karen Dryden-Palmer (husband John) of Barrie and Heather Moreau of Arizona. He will be sadly missed by his 5 grandchildren Emily, Dryden, Reiva, Emerald, and Dalton. Dear brother of Harry Dryden (late Patti). Predeceased by his sisters Mildred Murray (late Ernie), Frances Hughes (Bill) and Gladys Dryden. 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 from Burton Avenue United Church, Barrie on Monday April 30th, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. Cremation. Memorial donations to Burton Avenue United Church or the Kidney Foundation would be appreciated.
LAW, GEORGE CECIL
Peacefully at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie on Sunday May 6th, 2007. George Law of Barrie in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of 42 years to Shirley (nee Haughton) Law. Loving father of Lynda Messmer (Robert) of Rockwood, Kaye Lawrence (John) of Lindsay and Frank Law (Rita) of Ajax. He will be sadly missed by his 6 grandchildren and their families. Pre deceased by his brothers and sisters. Special uncle of Carman and Ardele Craig of Orangeville. Friends may call at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM FUNERAL HOME (201 Minet’s Point Road at Yonge Street) Barrie on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday May 9th, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. Cremation to follow. Inurnment at Barrie Union cemetery. Memorial donations to the Diabetes Association would be appreciated.
Mackie: Lilian “Jean”
passed away peacefully after a brave and lengthy battle with cancer at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie on Wednesday May 9th, 2007. Jean Mackie (nee Hannaford) of Barrie, in her 70th year. Loving mother of Kim Rowen, Mark Mackie, Michael (Lori), the late David Mackie, Brain (Laura). Cherished nana of eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.. Dear aunt of many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by parents George & Margaret Hannaford; and brothers Don & Fred Hannaford. Adopted sister of Ann Deacon and Irene Hubatch. Friends may call at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM FUNERAL HOME (Clapperton & Worsley Streets), Barrie on Saturday May 12th, 2007 from 10:00am until time of Service in the chapel at 11:00am. Cremation. Memorial donations to the Royal Victoria Hospital Regional Cancer Care Centre would be greatly appreciated.
DANARD, Susan Marie
Suddenly at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie on Tuesday May 10th, 2007. Beloved wife of Steven. Loving mother of Caitlyn, Bailey, Jacob, Zachary and Stephanie. Dear daughter of Ross and Elaine Lake. Sadly missed by her sister Janice McLean and her brother James Lake. Loving daughter-in-law of Avery and Muriel Danard, and sister-in-law of Arthur, Debbie and Terri. Fondly remembered by the rest of her family and friends. Friends may call at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM FUNERAL HOME (Clapperton and Worsley Streets), Barrie from 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday May 16th, 2007 until time of the Service of Remembrance at 11:00 a.m.
MORLEY, WINNIFRED MAY
(Past divisional Superintendent for the St. John Ambulance, Winnipeg division) Peacefully at the Grove Park Home, Barrie on Tuesday May 15th, 2007. Winnifred Morley of Barrie at the age of 100 years. Beloved wife of the late Flight Lieutenant William (Bill) Morley. Dear mother of Dr. Keith Morley and his wife the Rev. Elizabeth Morley of Barrie. She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Michael (Wendie), David (Nicole Cameron) and Katherine and her great grandchild Victoria Anne. Dear sister of the late Irene Geary, Gertrude Thompson and Rupert Belcher. 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 Friday from 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held from Trinity Anglican Church (24 Collier Street) Barrie on Saturday, May 19, 2007 at 10:00am. Interment Barrie Union cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Grove Park Home or Trinity Anglican Church would be appreciated.
NOLAN, DONALD CLIFFORD JAMES
passed away peacefully at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie on Wednesday May 16th, 2007. Don Nolan of Orillia in his 72nd year. Devoted husband of 50 years to Lorraine (nee Clare) Nolan. Loving father to Kellie, Mark and Carrie (Angelo Giordano). Beloved grampa to Shawn (Karrie), Matthew (Jessica), Clayton, Nicholas, Nadia, Kaylee and great grampa to MacKenzie. Dear brother of Joyce Banks and Myrna Fenton. Predeceased by his loving daughter in law Aprill. Friends may call at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM FUNERAL HOME (201 Minet’s Point Road at Yonge Street) Barrie on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held from the Chapel on Saturday May 19th, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. Cremation. Memorial donations to the Alzheimer’s Society would be appreciated.
Michael J. Collins
January 27th 2008 in his 90th year, at Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie. Survived by Mary, his loving wife of sixty-three years and their children Michael (Linda), Kathy, Tom (Rasa), and Brian (Louise). Also survived by grandchildren Ian (Christine), Anna, Jason (Kim), Amy (Jeff) and Shauna, and great-grandchildren Monty, Kylie and Kyle. Born in Dublin in 1918, coming to Canada as a ten-year old, Mike became a farmer in Vespra Township near Barrie. He served in the Grey & Simcoe County Foresters and then joined the RCAF in World War II. After the war, he worked at Camp Borden, Ontario and Toronto International Airport. Mike was a writer and avid historian all his life, publishing numerous magazine articles, fiction pieces and a collection of rural stories called Side Roads & Rail Fences. He was a member of the Canadian Authors Association and the Laubach Literacy organization. In retirement Mike continued to write, travel, and garden. He also obtained a university degree from York and served as a director of the Gryphon Theatre Society and president of the Georgian Bay Credit Union, both of Barrie. A member of St. Mary’s Parish in Barrie, Mike will be sorely missed by his friends and family. Friends may call at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM Funeral Home (Clapperton and Worsley St.), Barrie on Monday 7-9pm and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9pm. Parish prayers will be held on Tuesday evening at 8:45pm. A funeral mass will be held at St. Mary’s Church, Barrie on Wednesday January 30th at 10:00am. Interment St. Mary’s cemetery , Barrie. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie.
Doner, Mary Ruth (nee Walker)
passed away peacefully at Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie on Sunday, January 27, 2008. Ruth Doner, of Barrie, beloved wife of Victor Doner for 62 years. Loving mother of Jim (Nancy), Mary-Lou Gilchrist and John (Christy). Cherished grandma of Catie, Albert, Stuart, Justine and Hilary. Great-grandma of Abby, Ethan and Lauren. Ruth will be sadly missed by her many friends and family. Friends may call at the Steckley-Gooderham Funeral Homes (Clapperton and Worsley Streets) Barrie, on Tuesday from 7-9 pm. A Funeral Service will be held at Collier Street United Church, on Wednesday, January 30, 2008 at 11 am. Cremation. Memorial donations to the Royal Victoria Hospital’s Regional Cancer Care would be greatly appreciated by the family.
Lloyd, Robert Frederick
Past away suddenly on Monday January 28, 2008. Robert in his 70th year, loving son of Letty and the late Amos Lloyd. Cherished husband of Karen Fehr. Dearest farther of Warren Lloyd and Sherry Sampson and her husband Jerry . Stepfather of Scott and Mark Mills and their families. Proud Grandpa to Calla, Kassie, and Rylee. Brother of the late Frank and his surviving wife Sylvia, Marie and her husband Mike Shaughnessy, Fred and his wife Peeny, Marilyn Coulson, Gail and her husband Gary Lavender, Joy and her husband Bernie Vogt, Gwen and her husband Al Jones and Peter and his wife Carol Croney. Bob is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM Funeral Home, Clapperton and Worsley Streets, Barrie, Wednesday January 30, 2008 form 2-4 and 7-9. Funeral services will be held from the Chapel on Thursday January 31, 2008 at 11:00am In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Toronto Sick Children Hospital or charity of your choice in Bob’s memory.
John Gilfillan
Peacefully at Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie on Wednesday January 30, 2008. John Gilfillan of Montreal in his 92nd year. Beloved husband of Edythe. Loving father of Kathy Sides (Jim) of Barrie. Predeceased by son Douglas and daughter Karen. Cherished grandfather of Stephanie Huyssen (Teague) and Andriana Sides and fiancé Trevor of Barrie. As per his request, there will be no funeral or memorial service. He will be cremated and laid to rest in his beloved Arundel at a later date. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
