All Obituaries

Scott Henry Jeffrey November 5, 1977 - September 10, 2018 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Scott Jeffrey, age 40, on Monday, September 10, 2018 who passed away peacefully at his home in Barry's Bay, Ontario. Scott is survived by his parents, John and Ursula (Borutski) Jeffrey and brothers Keith (Julie Bagshaw) and Cameron (Amelia Messenger) and nephew Douglas and niece Charlotte.  In spite of his health challenges in life, Scott was always up for a...

Sammy (Stanley) Dombroskie 65, of Barry's Bay passed away early morning Friday August 24th in the MV Hospice after a brief, hard battle with cancer.  Sam was born in Barry's Bay to Peter and Victoria (Luckovitch) December 30th 1952. He was also the "3rd" son to Albert and Mary (Yantha) Gutoskie with whom he lived during his teenage years. Most of his adult life was spent living on the Gutoskie farm.  Sammy was a well known employee of the Township of the...

Mary Jean Walden Young, age 95, died peacefully on August 22, 2018 surrounded by her family. Social justice activist, founding member of an ecumenical organization providing assistance to the poor, and civil rights champion, her life embodied what it means to live the Gospel values in loving service to others.  Jean was born on July 8, 1923, in Denver, Colorado, the daughter of  Alice Bridget McCanna and Ransom Post Walden and sister of Anne, Donn, Gregg and Jerry. She attended...

It is with deepest regret that we announce the death of Shaun Lapenskie after a valiant battle with cancer.  With his parents at his side, he passed away peacefully at home on Saturday August 18, 2018. He is survived by his loving parents, Raymond and Drenda (Coulas), and sisters, Rae-Ann (Dean), Christine, and Cindy (David). He will be greatly missed by his Nieces and Nephew Heather, Travis, Courtney, Megan, Natasha, Emily, and Breanna.  He joins his Nephew Jonathan in...

Bernard Lawrence J. Hudder  May 3, 1947 - August 13, 2018 Hudder, Bernard (Bernie), With family by his side, Bernie passed away peacefully on Monday, August 13th in his 72nd year. Loving husband of Stella Hudder (Murack) for 48 years. Together, they raised 8 beautiful children; Bernie will be greatly missed by Tania (Bill), Jason, Quinton (Monika), Lucille, Liesa (Chris), Amanda (Duane), Clayton (Jenn), and Bernie Jr.. He will be forever remembered by his adoring grandchildren...

Ostroskie, Bernadette Mary passed away peacefully at home in Wilno on August 7, 2018 in her 76th year. Loving daughter of the late Leo Sr. and Mary (Chapeskie) and sister to Ambrose and the late Michael, Edmund and Leo Jr.  She will be cherished and missed by many nieces and nephews and wonderful close friends. Friends may call at the Heubner Funeral Home Barry's Bay on Friday August 10th from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm with the funeral service to be held at St. Mary's Church Wilno on...

Marion Gail Trafford   July 31, 1940 - August 6, 2018 Marion Gail Trafford (Keith) went home to be in the presence of her Lord & Saviour, Jesus Christ on August 6, 2018, very suddenly at the age of 78. She leaves to cherish her memory a loving husband, David Trafford, her three children, Catherine (James), Keith (Donna), & Sharon (David);  nine grandchildren, Cara Welk, Jordan (Katherine) Welk, Kaylie Welk, Braedon Welk,...

Steven Mayhew passed away on Sunday, August 5, 2018 in a motorcycle accident.  Steve was 52 years old.  He is survived by his spouse, Brenda Musclow, children Selene and Madison and his brother Mark Mayhew (Karen Mountney-Gunter). Steve will be missed by his many friends and neighbours.  There is no service as per Steve’s wishes.  Brenda has arranged a casual drop-in at the Barry’s Bay Legion on Saturday, August 11th from 2 to 4 pm.  All are welcome to...