Date of Death: December 27th 2002
NAISMITH, Gerald (Gerry) Ivet (Chief Residential Counsellor at the Huronia Regional Centre for 32 years, Past Pres. Royal Canadian Legion, Br. #34, Orillia, Past Pres. Royal Canadian Legion Br. #488, Brechin) -at the Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital on Friday, December 27, 2002, in his 83rd year. Gerry Naismith, husband of Doris (nee Wood) Beloved father of Ronald of Oro Station, Cherryl of Toronto, Rosalea Milne of Barrie, Keith of Milton, David of Toronto, Cindy of B.C and the late Steven. Loved grandfather of 8 and great grandfather of 4. Brother of Clive of Toronto and the late Ross and Douglas (died WWII) and Keith. A private cremation was entrusted to the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St. N., Orillia. If desired, memorial donations made to the Diabetes Association, the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or the Lung Association would be gratefully appreciated.
Brickwood, Walter
Date of Death: February 21st 2003
BRICKWOOD; WALTER ( Member of the Washago Sunshine Senior's Club and Washago Community Garden)
at the Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, on Friday, February 21st, 2003, in his 77th year. Walter Brickwood of Washago, beloved husband and best friend of Gladys Joy (nee Pegg). Cherished father of Brenda Mullett of Aurora, Jim and wife Amanda of Keswick. Also loved by his grandchildren Sarah, Kathleen and John Thomas. The family will receive relatives and friends at the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St.,N., Orillia, on Tuesday, February 25th from 12 NOON until time of Memorial Service in the chapel at 1 o'clock. If desired, memorial donations to the Heritage United Church, Washago or Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital.
Perrin, F. Leonard
Date of Death: February 23rd 2003
PERRIN, E. LEONARD (Member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #34, Orillia) peacefully at the Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital on Sunday, February 23rd, 2003 in his 84th year. Leonard Perrin of Orillia, beloved husband of Joyce Perrin. Loving father of Anthony and Stephen both of Orillia. The late Mr. Leonard Perrin will rest at the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St.,N., Orillia on Thursday, February 27th from 10 A.M until time of funeral service in the chapel at 11 o'clock. Spring Interment ; St.Andrew's-St.James' cemetery. If desired memorial donations to the Charity of ones Choice would be appreciated. Member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #34, Orillia, are asked to gather for service Thursday morning at 10:45 A.M.
Sears, Janet Elizabeth
Date of Death: March 22nd 2003
SEARS, Janet Elizabeth -at the Leacock Care Centre, Orillia, on Saturday, March 22, 2003, in her 92nd year. Janet Sears (nee Digby) of Orillia and formerly of Marchmont, beloved wife of the late Elmer Sears. Loving mother of Elmer Jr. (Bud) and wife Shirley, Robert (Bob) and wife Mary, Russell and wife Alberta, all of Bass Lake, Carolyn Abbott and husband Wayne of Rugby, Gordon and wife Linda of Orillia. Mother-in-law of Mrs. Clara Sears of Orillia. Lovingly remembered by 23 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. Dear sister of Helen Young and husband Gordon, of Welland, Bill and wife Hazel of Prices Corners. Predeceased by her daughter Ruby Hawke and her late husband Roy, son, Edward (Ted) and sisters Pearl and Dorothy. The late Mrs. Janet Sears will rest at the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St. N., Orillia on Monday from 2-4 &7-9 PM. Funeral and committal service in the chapel on Tuesday afternoon, March 25th at 1 o'clock. Spring interment at Marchmont cemetery. If desired, memorial donations made to the Alzheimer's Society or the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
Shaw, Russell Bruce
Date of Death: March 1st 2003
SHAW, Russell Bruce ("Artie") (Retired Auto Sales Master with the former J. W. Clarke, Russell, and Paterson Pontiac Buick Dealerships, Orillia) (W.W II Veteran, Navy) (Member Royal Canadian Legion Branch #34 Orillia, Westmount United Church, Orillia Masonic Lodge A.F. & A.M. #192, G.R.C.,and Golden 'K' Club of Orillia) - peacefully with his family at his side at the Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital on Saturday, March 1st, 2003; in his 77th year. Bruce (Artie) Shaw, life-long resident of Orillia, beloved husband of 52 years and best friend of the late Jill Mundell. Devoted father of Linda (Bill) Instance of Mississauga, Bob (Janet) of Sparrow Lake, Susan (Jim) Dyte of Severn Twsp., and David (Gillian) of Ottawa. Cherished Grampa of Rachael, Kristin, Katie, Kelsey, Stephen, Andrew, Meaghan, and Ryan. Predeceased by his brother Bill Shaw and sister Betty Milligan. Following cremation, a Private Family Service will be held at the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St., N., Orillia. Spring Interment :- St. Andrew's - St. James' cemetery , Orillia. Further notice will follow for friends and relatives to attend a Celebration of Jill and Artie's Life that will be held in the spring of 2003. If desired, Memorial Donations to the Canadian Diabetes Assoc would be gratefully appreciated.
Simpson, J. Harvey
Date of Death: March 19th 2003
SIMPSON, J. Harvey - at the Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, March 19th, 2003, in his 54th year. Harvey Simpson, of Orillia, loving father of Kelly Simpson. Beloved son of Robert John Simpson (predeceased) and Jean Simpson. Loving fiance of Gretta Hutton. Dear brother of John James Simpson & wife Sandra and their family. The late Mr. Harvey Simpson will rest at the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St.,N., Orillia from 2-4 & 7-9 P.M. Thursday. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Friday afternoon, March 21st at 1 o'clock. Cremation to follow.. If desired, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be gratefully appreciated.
Wiancko, Norma M.
Date of Death: March 3rd 2003
WIANCKO; NORMA M. (nee SHIELDS)
(Member of both St. Paul's United Church, Orillia and Donlands United Church, Toronto.) peacefully at the Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, Orillia, on Monday, March 3rd, 2003 in her 86th year. Norma Wiancko of Orillia, beloved wife of the late Maurice Wiancko. Loving step-mother of Leanore Wiancko, John & wife Debra all of Orillia and Paul & wife Roberta of Toronto. Also loved by her grandchildren Collin, Erin, Neil, Michael, and Emily Wiancko. Predeceased by her her sisters Mary & Frances and brother Bill. Survived by her sister-in-law Elaine Shields and dearly missed by her 8 nieces, nephews and their families. Following cremation, a Memorial Service will be held in the chapel of the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St.,N., Orillia, on Friday morning, March 7th at 11 o'clock. If desired, memorial donations to the CNIB would be appreciated.
Williams, Austin
Date of Death: March 28th 2003
WILLIAMS, AUSTIN peacefully at the Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital on Friday, March 28th, 2003; in his 93rd year. Austin Williams, of Orillia and formerly of Longwood, Florida, beloved husband of the late June Williams. Loving brother of Larry Williams of Lagoon City, Brechin, and predeceased by brothers Bill & Alfred and sister Myrtle. Uncle Austin will be lovingly remembered by all his nieces, nephews, great nieces & nephews. The family wishes to extend a special thanks to Paul & Mike for their care & support given during Austin's stay at Keeley House. Following cremation, a Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the Church of the Guardian Angels, Orillia on Friday afternoon, April 4th at 2 o'clock. Friends and relatives are invited to meet with the family in Guardian Angels Parish Hall for a time of fellowship and refreshment immediately following the Mass. Interment will take place at a later date at Holy Cross cemetery , Thornhill, Ontario. If desired, Memorial Donations to the Alzheimer Society (Orillia Branch) would be gratefully appreciated and may be made at the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St., N., Orillia 705 325-2231