CAPES, Mabil “May” After a long struggle with Alzheimer’s Disease, Mabil “May” died peacefully, at Eastholme, Powassan, on Tuesday, September 19, 2023. She was 83 years old. Mabil (Dunlop) was predeceased by her husband R. Murray Capes (1935-2010), her son Marshall Capes and infant twins. She was the much-loved mother of Colin Capes of MacKellar and Moreen Aultman (Bruce) of Powassan; grandmother of Kerri-Jean, Kirstin, Samantha, Deborah, Megan, Matthew and...

GRASSER, Garfield “Garry” Francis January 29, 1941 – September 12, 2023 Garry passed away peacefully with his family by his side at the Rising Sun Long Term Care Facility in Black Diamond, Alberta on September 12, 2023. Best friend and partner of Helen Kirby for 42 years. Cherished Stepfather of Tracie Van Roon (Dave) and Katherine (Andy) Young, all from Alberta. “Gamps” to Erika (Jacob), Garett, and Brooke. “Grampy Garry” to Colten, Katrina...

TOMLINSON, David William At North Bay Regional Health Centre on Friday, September 8, 2023 in his 90th year. David was predeceased by his daughter Melinda Tomlinson and is survived by his wife Dierdre (New); his daughter Beth (Craig Jones); his grandson Booker; and his sister Sylvia Hillier. David was a highly respected and awarded landscape architect in both Canada and England. He was made an emeritus member of the Ontario Association of Landscape Architects (1999) and was rewarded an...

HALLORAN, Valerie Jeanne (nee Hanselman, formerly Schoenrock) It is with great sadness that our family wish to announce the passing of Valerie on Thursday, September 7, 2023 with family by her side at Lakeview Manor in Beaverton at the age of 71. Beloved Wife of John Halloran. Loving Mother to Mark (Lorie) and Nicole (Glen). Cherished Granny to Katlyn, Madison, Emma, Ella, Mackenzie, Eric and Jenna. She will be missed by John’s son Daniel Halloran (Jackie) and their children...

LAROCHELLE, Jess Randall Recipient of the Star of Military Valour, Combat Veteran, Afghanistan, Royal Canadian Regiment It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of our beloved son and brother Jess, at his home on Commanda Lake, on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at the age of 40. Son of Anna (Guitard) and Randall Larochelle and much-loved brother of Andrew, all of Nipissing. Jess’ service to his family, friends and country will forever remain a legacy to all who knew him....

MATHESON, Bruce Robert (Formerly of Chilliwack, British Columbia) Bruce Matheson died peacefully at Eastholme, Powassan, on Monday, August 28, 2023. He was 82 years old. Bruce was the beloved husband of Dorothy (Sandison) of North Bay. He is survived by his sons Peter and Ross Matheson. Bruce will be fondly remembered by his stepson Glenn Sim (Ali) of North Bay and step-grandson Andrew Sim of Teeterville. He was predeceased by his sister Maureen “Moe” Handley. Bruce was retired...

BROOKS, Leonard George Wayne Wayne Brooks died peacefully, at North Bay Regional Health Centre, on Friday, August 18, 2023. He was 91 years old. Wayne was the beloved husband of Betty Anne (Brown) of Loring and much-loved father of Patsy Crozier (Steve) of Powassan, George Brooks of Sundridge and Gordon Brooks (Judy) of North Bay. He will be lovingly remembered by four grandchildren: David, Christina, Danielle and Jacob and many great-grandchildren. Wayne was the dear brother of Oliver...

RICHARDS, David Allen It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of David A Richards. He passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Eastholme in Powassan, Ontario on August 17, 2023. David is predeceased by his parents Thomas Richards and Margaret J Richards (Haining). David will be mourned by his wife Linda M. Richards (Syer), his four children, Tara (Richard), Laura (Tim), Alissa (Derek) and Tim (Vanessa). “Poppy”, as his grandchildren called him, will be missed by...

John Rennie It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our father, John Rennie. He passed on August 15th, 2023 with family by his side, due to complications associated with the onset of multiple blood clots. John was born on November 4th, 1944 to George Rennie and Frances Pinhas, who met while serving during World War II. They settled down in Hamilton and then in the Kitchener area. His younger sister Kathleen has fond memories of them tobogganing and playing...

YOUNG, Warren Arthur It is with heavy hearts the family of Warren Arthur Young announce his unexpected passing on Saturday, August 12, 2023 at the age of 59. Warren was predeceased by his parents Belva (Guse) and Bill Young and his niece Amy Penfold. He was the much-loved brother of Cathie Penfold (Dave) of Thunder Bay, Bill Young (Cathy) of Powassan, and Lisa Rhodes of Burk’s Falls. He was the dear uncle of Emily Penfold, Natalie Young and Jake Rhodes (Emily) and great-uncle of Mya,...