All Obituaries

Maxie passed away peacefully at Valley Manor on Wednesday June 22, 2022 in his 98th year. He was surrounded by his children. Maxie was the beloved husband of Susan Yandernoll who predeceased him in 2012. Father of John (Laurie), Peter (Wendy), Noreen and Andy. Max was predeceased by his sisters, Monica, Ursula and brothers Alfay, Peter and Paul. Left to mourn are siblings Bernice, Rita, Zig and Margaret. Max was the cherished grandfather of Amanda (Eric), Jason (Tracie), Joshua (Katie),...

Kevin Joseph Cowan March 5, 1966 – November 28, 2021 It is with great sadness the family of Kevin (Peck) Cowan announce his sudden passing at the age of 55. Kevin was predeceased by his parents, Josephine (nee Herron) and Wilfred Cowan. He leaves to mourn his loving daughter, Danielle (Travis) Cowan, brothers and sisters, Sandie (Bob) Cowan, Angela Gould, Thelma (Bob) Cowan, David (Marie) Cowan, and Billy Cowan, and eight nieces and nephews. His family and friends will remember the...

The family of Mary Theresa Kuiack (nee Shulist) are sad to announce her passing on June 20th, 2022. She was predeceased by her husband Winfred Kuiack.  Left behind to mourn are her children, Gerard,  Ken (Bonnie), Richard,  Tom, Charlotte (Greg), Shirley (deceased), Ron, and Daughter-in-law Sharon Kuiack as well as her many grandchildren and great grandchildren.  Predeceased by her parents Frank and Eva (Sulpher) Shulist as well as her brothers Father Sylvester...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Esther Prince, on June 12 at the age of 79 after a very short battle with cancer. Daughter of the late Annie and Joseph Blank of Wilno. Predeceased by her husband Nicholas Prince and older brothers Sylvester (Gerti) and Ambrose Blank (Lillian). Loving mother of Jeanette Ludgate (Kevin) and Connie Yakabuskie (David). Cherished Grandma of Krystal and Tiffany. Survived by brother Aloysius (Adell).  Come to me God saw you...

MICKUS, Vytautas Alexander Passed away peacefully at home in Combermere on May 30th, 2022 after a brief illness. Survived by his beloved wife Suzanne of 62 years marriage. Brother of Regina and Leonida, and brother-in-law Jim Allworth. Dear son of Sofia and Aleksandras Mickevicius. Beloved Father of Randy (Mimi), Alex (Gina), Tess (Richard), Peter (Lee), Tom (Ilham), and Jenny (Steven). Proud Grandfather of Brandon, Alexandra, Julia, Rob, Johnny, Olivia, Macey, Celeste, Meredith, Sophia, and...

Passed away peacefully on May 15 2022 and joins her husband Raymond Norlock in heaven. She is survived by her sister, children, step children and grandchildren. Thank you to Barry’s Bay Home Support, Champlain Gardens, Valley Manor and St. Francis Memorial Hospital for the many years of care that you provided for her. Visitation will be on Tuesday, May 17th from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. Mass will be held at St. Hedwigs Parish on Wednesday, May 18 at 10:30 am.

Hearne, James Neil "Jim" of Madawaska, ON, formerly of Oshawa and Bowmanville, former Owner/Operator of Jim's Tire Service.  In the early evening of May 10, 2022 in his 80th year, the final chapter of Jim's Adventure came to a close with Jim reuniting with Lorraine (nee Hilderbrandt), his late wife of 57 years. Although he left this world peacefully, you can bet he skidded into Heaven sideways with his halo tilted and perhaps even a little crinkled.  Jim is...

Ronald Anthonie Lorbetskie,72 of Barry’s Bay, passed away on May 7th, 2022 after a long battle with cancer. Ronald is survived by his loving wife of almost 50 years Joyce (Davidson), his son John, his daughter Melissa (Eric Tateno). Ronald had two grandsons Logan & Hunter. Ronald is also survived by his brother Ken Lorbetskie (Margaret ) and his sister Connie Schwieg (Jody). Ronald also is survived by his nieces and nephews. Ronald is predeceased by his parents, John and Julia...

BARRY JAMES DOMBROSKI - August 26, 1958 – May 3, 2022 Barry, age 63, died peacefully at home May 3, 2022, after a very long and hard-fought battle with cancer. Barry is survived by Marion, his loving wife of 39 years and his brother Jim (Lorraine, Jesse, Lucas). Predeceased by his parents Merita and Aloysius, and brother Keith (Dayna, Hannah). Barry will be greatly missed by his many nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends. Thank you to the Temmy Latner Centre Home...

Dorothy "Dot" Grace Weatherbed (nee Lawrence) Passed away suddenly at home in her 91st year. Sadly missed by her children Michael, Patricia (Joe Pennacchetti), Andy (Diane),Tim (Joan Behnke), 8 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren and dear friend Carol Burnett. Predeceased by her husband William "Bill" Weatherbed. Dot and Bill spent many hours devoting their time to volunteering in the community and always enjoyed socializing. Dot was artistic and would sew quilts,...