Date of Death: June 14th 2003
MacKINNON, KATHRYN ELIZABETH (nee CRIPPS), RNA (Longtime Nurse with the Trillium Manor) after a battle with cancer, at the Orillia Soldier's Memorial Hospital, on Saturday, June 14th, 2003 in her 47th year. Kathy MacKinnon of Orillia, beloved wife of David. Loving mother of Christopher Blair of Barrie, Michael Blair and wife Michelle of Orillia and grandmother of Owen & Isabelle. Beloved daughter of Grant (predeceased) and Jessie Cripps of Orillia. Dear sister of Ron Cripps of Sudbury, June Savoie & husband Gerry of Scarborough, Patricia Denis, Morgan Plunkett both of Cumberland Beach and Richard Cripps She will be sadly missed by her special friend Koko. The late Mrs. Kathryn MacKinnon will rest at the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St.,N., Orillia on Tuesday, June 17th from 11 o'clock until time of funeral service in the chapel, at 1 o'clock. Cremation to follow. If desired, memorial donations to the R.V.H. Oncology Dept., would be appreciated.
Maddock, Frederick Ernest
Date of Death: April 8th 2003
MADDOCK, Frederick Ernest (1934-2003) (Retired Ontario Teacher & Administrator) Suddenly at his residence on Tuesday, April 8, 2003 in his 69th year. Frederick Maddock of Orillia, native of Toronto, survived by his companion Janice Berger of Orillia, Doris, mother of his children Beverley Maddock of Barrie and Susan Ogilvie of Toronto, six much loved grandchildren, and sisters Ferne Dewdney and Gloria of Toronto. Predeceased by his son Gregory and sisters Bernice & Joy. Fred's wishes were for no Funeral Service. Cremation to take place. Arrangements entrusted to the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St., N., Orillia.
Matthews, Marion Eileen
Date of Death: May 19th 2003
MATTHEWS, Marion Eileen (Maisie) -peacefully at home in Barrie on Sunday, May 19, 2003, in her 93rd year. Marion (nee Kinch), beloved wife of the late John Patrick. Loved mother of Nora Walker of Grand Prairie, AB and her late husband Jim, Patricia Birch and husband Allan of Thessalon, James and wife Helen of B.C., Herbert of Grand Prairie, AB and Frederick of Barrie. She is loved and will be missed by her many grand and great grandchildren. Dear sister of Jack and wife Thelma of Orillia, Mabel Arsenault of Welland and her late husband Sam, Verna McCarthy of Orillia and the late Herbert, Laura and William. The late Mrs. Marion Matthews will rest at the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St. N., Orillia, on Wednesday from 7-9 pm. Funeral Service in the Chapel on Thursday morning, May 22nd at 11 o'clock. Interment , St. Andrew's - St. James' cemetery , Orillia.
McConnell, Jack George
Date of Death: July 30th 2003
McCONNELL, JACK GEORGE (Junior) (Retired counsellor - 34 years H.R.C., Former member of Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #34, Orillia, and the Orange Lodge, Branch #1024, Orillia) peacefully at home, on Wednesday, July 30th, 2003, in his 72nd year. Jack "Junior" McConnell, of Orillia, beloved husband of Jean (nee Pypher) and the late Sylvia (nee Curran). Loving father of John, Melanie Forward and husband Paul all of Orillia. Proud grandfather of Matthew, Christine, Katy, Ryan, Sam and Molly. Dear step-father of Clifford England of Washago, Beverley England of British Columbia, Michelle Sears and Malcolm Shaw, both of Orillia and 6 step-grandchildren. Brother of Patricia Pods and Ted both of Dundalk, Robert & wife Joan of Orillia, Roger & wife Marie of Janetville, Larry and Joanne both predeceased. Private Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St.,,N., Orillia. If desired, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
McFarland, Frederick John
Date of Death: April 21st 2003
McFARLAND, Frederick John (TED) (Former Proprietor - Marsha's Flowers) (30 Year Employee - O.S.M.H.) suddenly after a brief illness at the Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital on Monday, April 21st, 2003; in his 60th year. Ted McFarland, of Orillia, beloved son of the late Isaiah & Reta McFarland. Ted will be lovingly remembered by family, friends and sadly missed for his faithful, dependable & dedicated service to all the groups he was involved with. A Private Family Visitation was held at the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St., N., Orillia. The family will receive friends at the Orillia Presbyterian Church (St. Andrew's), 99 Peter St., N., Orillia on Saturday, April 26th from 12 Noon until 1 o'clock at which time there will be a Celebration of Life Service held in memory of Ted. Spring Interment :- Coldwater Memorial cemetery. If desired, Memorial Donations to the Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital Foundation or the charity of your choice would be gratefully appreciated.
Shropshire, G. Robert
Date of Death: August 1st 2003
SHROPSHIRE, G. ROBERT "Bob" (retired firefighter with City of Orillia for 35 years and served as Fire Chief from 1976 to 1991; member of R.C. L. Branch #34, Orillia and the Couchiching Golf Club; life-long hockey enthusiast and goal tender with Oshawa Generals (Jr. A), New Haven, Conn. (AHL), Orillia Pontiacs (Sr. A), and the Orillia Oldtimers) - peacefully at Orillia Soldiers Memorial Hospital on Friday, August 1, 2003; in his 72nd year. Bob Shropshire, of Orillia, dearly beloved school sweetheart, best friend, and husband of 52 years of Doreen (nee, Macdonald). Proud father of, Pat Bylow and husband Gary of Washago, Jim and Gail of Oro-Medonte Twsp, and Tim of Orillia. Dearly loved grandfather of, Trish and husband Sean, Ryan, Michelle, and great granddaughter Emma. Dear brother and best friend of Jim of Orillia. Brother-in-law of Vera Shropshire of Orillia. Predeceased by brother Jack and sister-in-law Sandra. Bob will also be lovingly remembered by several nieces, nephews, and his many great friends. The late Mr. Robert (Bob) Shropshire will rest at the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St. N., Orillia, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Tuesday. Funeral service on Wednesday, August 6, 2003 at 1:30 PM at the Orillia Presbyterian (St. Andrew's) Church, corner of Peter St. N. and Neywash Street, Orillia. Cremation to follow. If desired, memorial donations to the Orillia Soldiers Memorial Hospital Foundation would be sincerely appreciated.
Molyneaux, Harry Burnell
Date of Death: July 14th 2003
MOLYNEAUX, HARRY BURNELL (Retired Driver Examiner & District Supervisor of M.T.O. [33 years] ) (Past Master - Orillia Masonic Lodge #192, A.F.& A.M., G.R.C.) (Member - Orillia Shrine Club & Pumper Unit) (Charter Member - Peel Shrine Club, Brampton) (Life Member - Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Free Masonry) at home with his family at his side on Monday, July 14th, 2003; in his 70th year. Harry Molyneaux of Orillia, beloved husband of Norma (nee, McCauley). Loving father of Kim & husband Bill Melnychuk and Kelly & husband Norm Mathieu, all of Oshawa. Dear brother of Vera & husband Allan Reid of Orillia, Alf & wife Frances of Willowdale, and Don and wife Ramona, both predeceased. Lovingly remembered as Papa to Jessica Williams, and Uncle Harry to his many nieces, nephews, and their families. The late Mr. Harry Molyneaux will rest at the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St. N., Orillia, on Tuesday from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 P.M. and at the Orillia Presbyterian Church (St. Andrew's), 99 Peter St., N., Orillia on Wednesday afternoon, July 16th from 12 Noon until 1 o'clock at which time a Celebration of Life Service will be held. Reception to follow. Interment , MacLean's cemetery , Walter's Falls, Ontario. If desired, Memorial Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, Orillia Presbyterian Church (St. Andrew's), or charity of your choice would be gratefully appreciated. Members of the Orillia Masonic Lodge #192, A.F. & A.M., G.R.C. are asked to gather in the chapel for service Tuesday evening at 6:45.
Osborne, Betty
Date of Death: June 10th 2003
OSBORNE, Betty (nee Cruddas) Peacefully, with her family at her side on Tuesday June 10, 2003 at the Sunnybrook Health Science Centre, Toronto. Betty will be greatly missed by her loving husband and best friend Roger, her two sons; Dan and wife Anne of Innisfil and Jeff and wife Laura of Stanford CT. Betty was an extremely proud grandmother to Sarah, Kevin, Michael, Mark and Gregory who will all miss grandma very much. Betty also leaves behind a sister Joan Burrrows of Kenora as well as many valued friends. Cremation will be followed by the family receiving friends at the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St. N Orillia, on Friday afternoon, June 13th from 1 o'clock until time of memorial service in the chapel at 3 o'clock. In lieu of flowers Betty asked that donations be made to the Canadian Cancer Society to aid the fight against children's cancer.
