Michael Neilon
Veteran of WWII
passed away peacefully on Wednesday January 26, 2011 at the Georgian Bay General Hospital, Midland in his 95th year. Michael Neilon, of Midland, beloved husband of Gertrude Neilon (Nee Zoschke); loving father of Barbara (David) Black of Barrie, Mary Lynn (Peter) Evans of Barrie, Michael Jr. (Elanor) of Port McNicoll, Blayne (Linda) of Penetanguishene, and Keith (Susan) of Midland. Dear granddad of 12, and great granddad of 10. Survived by his sister Johanna Bourgois and predeceased by his grandson, 4 brothers and 2 sisters. Family and friends will be received at Carson Funeral Homes – JH Lynn Chapel, 290 First Street, Midland (705) 526-6551 on Friday from 4 – 8 PM. A funeral service will be celebrated in the chapel on Saturday January 29, 2011 at 11 o’clock. Interment in the spring at St. Ann’s Catholic cemetery , Penetanguishene. Memorial donation to Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family if desired.
Sharon Alta Salata (Nee Van Luven)
passed away in her 66th year on Tuesday, January 18 at Collingwood General and Marine Hospital after a recurring battle with cancer. Dedicated and long-serving nurse at Huronia District Hospital, daughter of Margaret (neé Johnston) and Allan Van Luven, wife of the late Henryk Salata, beloved mother of Sim, Erika, Preston and Kealy, and loving grandmother to Zacharie, Alexandre, Kazia, Rayah, Grace, Finn and two to come into our lives. Family and friends will be received at Carson Funeral Homes – JH Lynn Chapel, 290 First Street, Midland (705) 526-6551 on Friday January 21, 2011 from 1 o’clock until the time of funeral service in the chapel at 3 o’clock; cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that donations be made in Sharon’s name to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation.
Sherry Lynn Hamelin (Nee Henderson)
passed away peacefully on Wednesday January 19, 2011 at home in her 55th year with family by her side. Sherry Hamelin, of Port McNicoll, beloved wife of Michael. Loving mother of Angie (George) Potter, Amie (George Gibson), and the late Michael James Hamelin; dear grandmother of Jessica and Riley Potter. Sherry will be sadly missed by her brothers Rick (Mary) Henderson, Danny (Donna) Henderson, Robbie (Jane) Thayer, Jamie Henderson, Bill (Roxanne) Henderson, the late Howard Henderson, and the late Ted Henderson; sisters Sandra (Fred) Reynolds, Penny (Walter) Bottineau, Susan (Danny) Van Duzon, Shelly (Andrew) Bottineau, Cheryl (Allen) Dwinnell, Dawn (Tom) Stanich, and the late Judy Gadsby and Nancy Marion. Dear daughter-in-law of June and the late Alcime Hamelin. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Bayshore Nursing Staff and Dr. Martin Veall. Memorial donation to Canadian cancer Society or the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family if desired.
Sharon Lillian Hubbard (Nee Laing)
passed away peacefully in Newmarket on Friday January 14, 2011 in her 59th year. Sharon, loving wife to Ed, will be sadly missed by her daughter Kimberley (Don) McLaughlin, by her grandchildren Cody Lee and Riley, by her brothers Bob (Lori) Laing and daughter Keelin, and Thomas Laing, by her sister Lorraine Laing, and by many nieces and nephews. Sharon will be fondly remembered by her close friends & family. Family and friends will be received at Carson Funeral Homes – JH Lynn Chapel, 290 First Street, Midland (705) 526-6551 on Thursday January 20, 2011 from 5 – 8 p.m.. A celebration of life will take place in the chapel on Friday at 11 a.m.. Memorial donations to the Penetanguishene Dialysis Unit would be appreciated by the family if desired.
Gordon Herbert Pickett
passed away at the Georgian Bay General Hospital, Midland, on Monday, January 10, 2011, at the age of 80 with family by her side. Gordon Pickett, beloved husband of Lois Pickett (nee Airey) for 55 years. Loving father of John (Denise), Glen (Allison) and Bill (Wanita) all of Midland. Also loved and will be missed by 7 grandchildren. Cremation has taken place. A private family memorial service was held from the Carson Funeral Homes – JH Lynn Chapel, 290 First Street, Midland (705) 526-6551. If desired, memorial donations to the Heart & stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
Sherry Leigh Cuppage
At her home in Rama on Thursday August 5, 2010, at the age of 45. Sherry Cuppage, beloved wife of Joseph Snake. Loving mother of Jessica, Kristen, Sarah Westley (Harley) and Dylon all of Rama. Loving grandmother to Max Westley. Beloved daughter of Rod & Betty Savage of Orillia and Brian Colyer of Jackson’s Point. Loved sister of Bobbi-Anne Colyer (Darrell Eaton) of Orillia, Chris Colyer (Jose) of Calgary, Dani-Lynne Horne of Barrie, Rod Savage (Michele) of Orillia, Brian Colyer and Amie Colyer both of Toronto. Dear daughter-in-law of Rhea Snache of Rama and sister-in-law of Tammi, Shannon (Sheldon) and Dennis (K.C.). Will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, family and friends. The family will receive friends at the Doolittle Chapel of Carson Funeral Homes, 54 Coldwater St. E. Orillia, (705) 326-3595, on Tuesday from 2-4 & 7-9 P.M. Funeral service in the chapel on Wednesday afternoon, August 11, 2010, at 1 o’clock. Cremation to follow. If desired, memorial donations to the Orillia Branch of the S.P.C.A. would be appreciated by the family.
Matilda "Tillie" Marguerite McNabb
passed away on April 11, 2010 at age 89. Tillie slipped away peacefully at home, in Barrie, surrounded by her five daughters and grandson, Kyle. Predeceased by her husband Keith (2007). Dear mother of Jean Wilson, Linda Hegler (Peter), Christine Ireland (Kevin), Sharon Woodard, and Margaret Barnes (Phil). Loving grandmother of Bryan Wilson (Brenda), Jenna Hegler, Graham Hegler (Jen), Grant Barnes, Scott Barnes and Kyle Woodard. Special great grandmother of Steven and Sarah Wilson and Reece Hegler. Dear sister of Ethel Fernandez and predeceased by five brothers and five sisters. The family will receive friends at the Doolittle Chapel of Carson Funeral Homes, 54 Coldwater St. E. Orillia, (705) 326-3595 on Thursday morning, April 15th, from 11 AM – 1:30 PM. Then to Guardian Angels Church, 115 West St. N., Orillia, for Mass of Christian Burial at 2 o’clock. Cremation will follow the Mass with interment of cremated remains in Mud Lake cemetery at a later date. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society and would be appreciated by the family.
David Alexander Todoroff
It is with profound sadness that the Todoroff Family announces the passing of David at Soldiers Memorial Hospital Orillia, on April 13, 2010, after a brief illness in his 59th year. David, beloved son of Bernice and the late Alex, will be sadly missed by his brothers Lawrence and friend Bonnie, Ross (Heather), and Bruce, and by his sister Catharine (Douglas) Abernethy. David is a cherished uncle to Jeremy Todoroff, Zach Todoroff, and Michael Abernethy, and great uncle to Jordan, Brooklyn, Hailey, and Nathan Todoroff. David will be fondly remembered by Al Pedlar of St. Catherines, Peter Hough of Penetanguishene, and June Greer of Utterson, and everyone whose lives he touched at Hillcrest Lodge, and in his volunteer work with the Winter Races at Couchiching Beach Park. Remembered also by his friends and neighbours the Dane and Mercer Families. Thank you Hillcrest Lodge and Helping Hands support workers Danielle and Candace. Special thank for the dedicated care of the nursing station for David of Soldiers 1011. Thank you Lawrence for your continued support of David in his activities at the meeting place, and to Cathy for your continued dedicated support of David always. The family will receive friends at the Doolittle Chapel of Carson Funeral Homes, 54 Coldwater St. E. Orillia, (705) 326-3595 on Thursday April 15, 2010 from 9 o’clock until the time of service in the chapel at 11 a.m.. If desired memorial donations may be made to the Orillia Soldiers Memorial Hospital Foundation or the charity of your choice, and would be appreciated by the family.
Marjorie Rose Brown (Nee Westmore)
passed away peacefully at the Hillcrest Village Nursing Home, Midland, Ontario on Monday April 5, 2010. Marjorie Brown, beloved wife of the late Jack Brown. Loving mother of Warren of Scarborough, Mark of Barrie, Chris also of Barrie, and Shelley Scarlett (Joe) of Orillia. Dear grandmother of Michael, Brandy, Candice, Madison, and Tannis; great grandmother of Jaidyn. Sister of Bob Westmore of Toronto; predeceased by her sisters Elsie Robson and Alfreda Snoddon. Family and friends will be received at the Doolittle Chapel of Carson Funeral Homes, 54 Coldwater St. E. Orillia, (705) 326-3595 on Wednesday from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 PM A funeral service will be celebrated in the chapel on Thursday April 8, 2010 at 11 o’clock. A reception will be followed by internment at Barrie Union cemetery , Barrie, Ontario. If desired memorial donations made to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Luella "Mae" Mae Readman (Nee Jelley)
Peacefully at the Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital on Wednesday March 24, 2010 in her 83rd year. Mae of Orillia, beloved wife of Bertram (Bert). Loving mother of Brian and wife Wendy of Orillia. Cherished grandmother of Crystal (Patrick) Bell, Nicky Readman, Wade (Amanda) Readman, and great grandmother of Kyle, Emilee-Ann, Alexie, Grayden, Madeline, Aubrey, Presten, Treyten, Tyson, Aliah and the late Sayde. Dear sister of Irene (Archie) Lahay and Kenneth Jelley and aunt to many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at the Doolittle Chapel of Carson Funeral Homes, 54 Coldwater St. E. Orillia, (705) 326-3595 on Thursday March 25, 2010 from 2 – 4 & 7 – 9 p.m.. Funeral services will be held in the chapel on Friday at 11 o’clock. Interment St. Andrew’s – St. James’ cemetery , Orillia. If desired memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice and would be appreciated by the family.
Francis "Frank" Joseph O'Donnell
passed away peacefully at Creeden Valley Leisureworld, Creemore on Tuesday March 9, 2010 in his 76th year with his family by his side. Frank O’Donnell, of Victoria Harbour, beloved husband of Betty for over 53 years. Loving father of Cheryl (Bob) Burke of Caledon East and Brian (Debbie) O’Donnell of Penetanguishene; dear grandfather of Michael Burke; and Kyle and Troy O’Donnell. Brother of Marie O’Donnell (Brandy Turner) of Dunsford. A memorial service will be held at Carson Funeral Homes – JH Lynn Chapel, 290 First Street, Midland (705) 526-6551 on Thursday March 11, 2010 at 1 o’clock. Memorial donation to the Heart & stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family if desired.
Michael Joseph Drury
(Criminal Lawyer)
passed away on Sunday March 7, 2010 at Toronto General Hospital in his 57th year surrounded by his family. Michael Drury, loving husband of Sandy; dear father of Katie and Lindsey. Son of Gerald and Doreen Drury. Son-in-law of Mike and Carolyn Snyder; uncle to Cortnee and Britton Buchanan; Allyssa, Becky, Emily and William McKinlay;Jake, Gracie and Rachel Hammell. Brother in law to Tina and John Hammell, Cheryl and Bill McKinlay; Christopher and Jon Nancekievill; Charles Buchanan and the late Jo-Anne Buchanan. The family will Receive friends at the Doolittle Chapel of Carson Funeral Homes, 54 Coldwater St. E. Orillia, (705) 326-3595 Wednesday from 7 – 9 PM, and Thursday from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 PM. A funeral service will be celebrated at St. James’ Anglican Church (58 Peter St. N. Orillia – Parking available across the road at the funeral home) on Friday March 12, 2010 at 11 o’clock; reception to follow. Private family internment at a later date at St. Andrew’s – St. James’ cemetery , Orillia. If desired memorial donations made to World Vision or Foster Parents Plan would be appreciated by the family.
