Robert Joseph Marchand
(Proud Veteran of WW II)
passed away peacefully at Huronia District Hospital, Midland, on Tuesday January 27, 2009 in his 84th year. Bob Marchand, of Midland, beloved husband of the late Ruby Marchand (Nee Gibson). Loving father of Robert (Mary-Alice) of Chatham, the late Bonnie (David) Mollison of Durham, Ruby (Mike) of London, Linda (Chris) Vassilakos of Collingwood, Rosemary (Jerry) Contois of Midland, Jim (Diane) of Shelter Valley, Raymond (Bev) of Barrie, Marilyn (William) Bradley of Midland, Debbie (Wayne) Breau of Kitchener, Claire (Jim) Dean of Midland, Annette (Blake) Ball of Midland, and Kathy (Dwayne) Perry of Montreal. Bob will be fondly remembered by his many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends. Survived by his sister Viola Austin of London. Predeceased by his 2 brothers and 4 sisters. Family and friends will be received at Carson Funeral Homes – JH Lynn Chapel, 290 First Street, Midland (705) 526-6551 on Saturday from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 pm. A funeral service will be celebrated in the J.H. Lynn Chapel on Sunday at 1 o’clock. Cremation to follow. Interment of cremated remains will take place in the spring at Lakeview cemetery , Midland. Memorial donation to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family if desired.
Thelma Pearl Victoria Ambery
At the Brampton Civic Hospital on Monday, February 2, 2009, at the age of 97. Thelma Ambery of Brampton and formerly of Orillia, beloved wife of the late Everett Ambery. Loving mother of Heather & husband Roger Radbourne of Chinley, England, Judith & husband Paul Sapiano of Brampton and the late David Ambery. Loved grandmother of Kari Rae, Aaron and Krista Houston. Dear great grandmother of Siobhan and Blair Houston. Daughter of the late Joseph & Elizabeth Mulvey. The family will receive friends at the Doolittle Chapel of Carson Funeral Homes, 54 Coldwater St. E. Orillia, (705) 326-3595, on Thursday February 5, from 7-9 P.M. Funeral service in the chapel on Friday afternoon, February 6, 2009, at 1 o’clock. Interment to follow at St. Andrew’s St. James’ cemetery , Orillia. If desired, memorial donations to the Peel Manor, 525 Main St. N., Brampton, would be appreciated by the family.
William "Willie" Clifford Wilson
(Lance Corporal Retired Seaforth Highlanders 1939-1946 H.M. Forces overseas, Member of Burma Star)
passed away peacefully with family by his side at Huronia District Hospital, Midland, on Monday, February 2, 2009 in his 90th year. Willie Wilson of Wendake Beach formerly of Toronto; beloved husband of 59 years to Mary Wilson. Loving father of Jean Bloodworth, Billy Wilson and father-in-law to John Bloodworth. Forever in the hearts of his granddaughters, Kristen, Lindsay and Jennifer. Willie will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, his sister Marie Donaldson of Scotland and friends. Predeceased by his 2 brothers and 4 sisters. Family and friends will be received at St. Paul's United Church, 308 King Street, Midland on Saturday from 12 noon until the funeral service at 1 o'clock
Cremation and interment to follow at a later date at Highland Memorial Gardens, Willowdale. Our sincere appreciation to Dr. J. Zwicker for his wonderful care and compassion. A memorial donation to the Alzheimer's Society or Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family if desired.
William "Bill" Charles Brennan
(Member of Royal Canadian Legion Br. #34, Orillia)
Peacefully at his home in Big Cedar Estates on Saturday February 14, 2009. Bill, beloved husband of Eileen (nee Toye). Predeceased by his sisters Eileen Rogers, Adelaide Blanton, Lillian Carmody and his brothers John Brennan and Kenneth Brennan. He is loved and will also be missed by his friends, nieces, nephews and “The Girls”. In keeping with Bill’s wishes cremation will be followed with the interment of cremated remains at Highland Memory Gardens, Toronto. If desired, memorial donations may be made to The Princess Margaret Lodge or the Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital. Arrangements entrusted to the Doolittle Chapel of Carson Funeral Homes, 54 Coldwater St. E. Orillia, (705) 326-3595.
Murray Charles Chalk
(Retired Director of Finance of Huronia District Hospital)
passed away suddenly on Thursday February 19, 2009 with family and friends by his side. Murray Chalk, of Midland, formerly of Toronto, in his 79th year; beloved husband of Sharon Chalk, nee Robillard. Dear brother of Russ (Elaine) Chalk of Kingston, and Barbara (Al) McAlear of Oshawa. Murray will be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Predeceased by his brother Arthur Chalk and sister Shirley Sherrard. Private family funeral arrangements entrusted to Carson Funeral Homes – JH Lynn Chapel, 290 First Street, Midland (705) 526-6551 Cremation has taken place. Memorial donation to the Midland Branch of the OSPCA would be appreciated by the family if desired.
Joann Marie Ball (Nee Tuckey)
passed away peacefully on Thursday February 19, 2009 at Toronto Western Hospital, in her 63rd year. Joann Ball, of Port McNicoll, loving mother of Lori Sweeney of Barrie, and Janet and her husband Ron Wyant of Wasaga Beach. Dear grandmother of David MacBurnie, Christy MacBurnie, Jonathon Haste, and Brittany and Taylor Wyant. Joann is survived by her brothers Leonard (Liz) and Michael Tuckey, and sisters Bette Doran, and Patricia (Gary) Tonks. Sadly missed by many nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received at Carson Funeral Homes – JH Lynn Chapel, 290 First Street, Midland (705) 526-6551 on Tuesday from 4 – 8 pm. A funeral service will be celebrated in the chapel on Wednesday February 25, 2009 at 1 o’clock. Cremation to follow. Memorial donation to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family if desired.
Mildred Ester Molnar (Nee Alderson)
passed away peacefully at Huronia District Hospital, Midland, on Thursday February 19, 2009 in her 73rd year. Mildred Molnar, of Midland; will be sadly missed by her sisters Melinda (Nelson) Dejardins, Shirley Courriere, Margaret (Willard) Garrawy, and Nancy Dwinnell all of Midland; and her brothers Ken (Sandy) Desjardins of Sudbury and Lance Turner of Victoria Harbour. Mildred will also be missed by many nieces and nephews, especially her great nephew Dominic. In keeping with Mildred’s wishes, a private family cremation service has taken place. Interment of cremated remains will be in the spring at St. Margaret’s Roman Catholic cemetery , Midland. Memorial donation to the Canadian Cancer Society or Huronia District Hospital ICU would be appreciated by the family if desired.
Timothy Ernest Keith Hounsome
(Former manager of The Bar, Midland)
passed away suddenly at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday February 25, 2009. Tim Hounsome, of Midland, beloved partner of Cathie Wilson. Loving step-father of Allison, Cody, and Braiden Wilson. Dear brother of Kenneth of Midland, Deborah of Waubaushene, Dale (Debbie) of Midland, and James (Brenda) of Midland; brother-in-law of Shari (Brian) Miller, and Ken (Josie) Wilson; son-in-law of Bob & Bev Wilson. Tim will be sadly missed by many family and friends. Predeceased by his parents Ernest and Myrna Hounsome. Family and friends will be received at Carson Funeral Homes – JH Lynn Chapel, 290 First Street, Midland (705) 526-6551 on Friday from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 pm. and at Knox Presbyterian Church, Midland on Saturday from 11 o’clock until the time of funeral service at 1 o’clock. Cremation to follow. Memorial donation to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family if desired.
Bertran Herbert Chisholm
Peacefully at Lakeview Manor, Beaverton on Saturday February 28, 2009 in his 97th year. Bertran Chisholm, beloved husband of the late Isabelle (nee Keen) Loving father of Gale Chisholm of Orillia and Grant Chisholm of Sudbury. Loved grandfather of Michael Thompson (Wanda) of Washago, Scott Thompson (Patti) of Creston, B.C., Danny Paugh & wife Shelly of Washago, and Earle Paugh Jr. & wife Alyssa of Bracebridge. Dear great grandfather of Michelle, Jason, Kristen & Brooklynn Paugh. Predeceased by his sister Audelene McLeish and brother Donald Chisholm. A private family graveside service was held at St. Andrew’s St. James’ cemetery , Orillia. If desired, memorial donations to the charity of you choice would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to the Doolittle Chapel of Carson Funeral Homes, 54 Coldwater St. E. Orillia, (705) 326-3595.
Anne Amelia Cooke (Nee Dixon)
At the Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital, after a short illness, on Sunday, March 1, 2009, in her 97th year. Loving wife of the late Arnold Cooke. Dear mother of Owen & wife Atsuko of Ottawa. Daughter of the late Allan & Jessie Dixon of Port Carling. Sister of Alene Lohr, Pearl MacKinnon, Tom, Harold, Allan and Neil all predeceased and Julia Cantin of Sterling. As per Anne’s wishes there will be no funeral service. Spring interment will take place at St. Thomas Anglican cemetery , Bracebridge. If desired, memorial donations to the O.S.M.H. Foundation would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the Doolittle Chapel of Carson Funeral Homes, 54 Coldwater St. E. Orillia, (705) 326-3595.
Andrew "Don" Donald Bannan
passed away peacefully at Huronia District Hospital, Midland, with his family by his side in his 81st year. Don Bannan, of Midland, beloved husband of Joyce Thompson. Loving father of Michael and his wife Susan of Kemble, and Glenn and his wife Susan of Midland. Cherished grandfather of Kristine and David Bannan; and Scott, Jay, and Jordan Bannan. Dear brother-in-law of Gloria Wilson and Betty Caldwell, both of Burk’s Falls. In keeping with Don’s wishes’, a private family service has taken place, followed by cremation. Memorial donation to the Ontario S.P.C.A. – Midland Branch would be appreciated by the family if desired.
Douglas Lawrence Duval
passed away suddenly at Huronia District Hospital, Midland, On Monday March 16, 2009 with his family and friends by his side. Doug Duval, of Midland in his 52nd year; beloved husband of Kim Duval (Nee Bowen). Loving father of Jessica Duval of Midland, and Jerry Duval and partner Amanda Robitaille of Penetanguishene. Dear papa of Allie Duval, Aaron Duval-Locke, and Owen Duval; godfather of Cutis Watson and Stephanie Moreau. Survived by his brothers Robert, Mike, Richard, Tom, Paul, Bill, Pat and Keith; sisters Mary, Janet, Shirley, Barb, Judy, Diane, and Linda; many nieces, nephews, and friends. Family and friends will be received at Carson Funeral Homes – JH Lynn Chapel, 290 First Street, Midland (705) 526-6551 on Thursday March 19, 2009 from 1 o’clock until the time of funeral service held in the chapel at 4 o’clock. Cremation to follow. Memorial donation to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family if desired.
