Recent Obituaries in Keswick, and surrounding areas.
Brenda Lea Daradics
Feb 22, 2023
Peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at the age of 68 years. Predeceased by her daughter Cassandra Read and her grandson Taylor Read. Dear sister of Marlene, Janice (Steve) and the late Cheryl (Terry). Beloved friend of Jamie Mitchell. Brenda will be sadly missed by her canine companions, Chachie, Katie and Gus as well...
Margaret Helen Keroff
Feb 20, 2023
Peacefully at Cedarvale Lodge, Keswick, on Monday, February 20, 2023 at the age of 85 years. Loving mother of Gary Keroff and his wife Ruth Anne of Keswick. Cherished Grandi of Lisa Keroff of Keswick. She will be missed by her friends, Ann & Craig Arnold, Gail White and Penny Chase. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks...
Kevin Albert Harrington
Feb 19, 2023
Albert Kevin Harrington, known to family and friends as "Kevin," "Dada" and "Legend," died February 19, 2023 at age 88 following a series of health setbacks, including melanoma. He was with very close friends through his final days, and was en route to his Toronto home when he passed, which is noteworthy considering his love of travel.
Kevin was one of...
George Robert Baker
Feb 19, 2023
Peacefully at Margaret Bahen Hospice, Newmarket on Sunday, February 19, 2023 at the age of 91 years. Beloved husband of 65 years of the late Collette Baker (nee Hornberger). Dear father of Patrick Baker of Keswick, Michael Baker of Toronto and the late Daniel Baker (2000). Cherished grandfather of Christopher, Tammy, and Katrina and many great grandchildren. Loving brother of...
Reginald Mowat Hopkin "Reg"
Feb 1, 2023
Passed away suddenly at his home in Keswick on Tuesday, February 1, 2023 at the age of 77 years. Beloved husband of Gaye Hopkin (nee Stephens) of Keswick. Loving father of Sean (Heidi) of Ottawa, and Travis (Julie) of PEI. Cherished Grandpa of Allyson, Hayden, Nessa, Arden, Corben and “Auntie Reg” of Lila Shah and Ivy Barker. Dear brother of...
Roy Norman Herbert
Jan 29, 2023
Peacefully at the Major Mackenzie Health Centre in Richmond Hill on Sunday January 29, 2023 at the age of 76yrs. Beloved husband of Doreen Herbert (nee Cameron). Loving father of Sheila Sheard of Keswick, and Ronald McCall of Vancouver. Cherished “Papa” of Cameron Sheard. Dear brother of Jacqui Van Geene of Cranbrook, B.C. He will be greatly missed by many...
Justin Wilfred Douglas Surjanac
Jan 28, 2023
Passed away suddenly in Lindsay, Ontario on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at the age of 32 years. Cherished father of Ethan Surjanac and Marley Surjanac of Jackson’s Point. Beloved son of Danny and Kim Surjanac of Jackson’s Point. Dear brother of Danny Surjanac (Ify) of Toronto, Allysha Surjanac (Cody) of Beaverton, Jordan Surjanac (Dylan) of Kawartha Lakes and Jeriaka Ross...
William Archibald Hawboldt "Bill"
Jan 26, 2023
Retired, long time carrier for Canada Post
Suddenly at his home on Thursday, January 26, 2023 at the age of 72 years. Cherished father of Kim Hawboldt and her fiancée Justin Ruscitti of Keswick and Cheryl Hawboldt of Kingston. Beloved grandfather of Richard Farquharson, Shane Benjamen, Brittany Hawboldt, Jahvon Benjamen, Matthew Benjamen and Jermaine Benjamen. Great grandfather of Aaliyah, Richie, Dyvine...
Ervin Roy Tyndall
Jan 25, 2023
Passed away peacefully in Halifax, Nova Scotia on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at the age of 87. Predeceased by his loving wife Eleanore Tyndall (2019). Loving father of Kevin Tyndall (Surasak Promjan), Sandra Maracle (Todd Berry) and predeceased by his daughter Karen Faviere. Cherished grandfather of Michelle (Chris), Amanda (Allan), Andrew, Meghan, Hannah, Wesley, Justin (April) and Melissa (Lee). Great-grandfather...
Kenneth Louis Curl "Ken"
Jan 24, 2023
Went to be with his Lord and Saviour on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 on his 74th birthday. Dearly loved husband of Gale Curl of Keswick. Loving father of Gerry White of Fenlon Falls, Norma (Michael Rye) of Keswick, Matthew Curl of Calgary, AB, Michael Curl (Jennifer) of Barrie, Gregory Curl of Calgary, AB, JoAnn Curl of Barrie and predeceased by...
Charles David Crevier
Jan 24, 2023
Long-time resident and recently retired from Our Lady of the Lake School in Keswick. Peacefully, surrounded by his family at University Hospital in London, Ontario on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at the age of 65 years. Beloved husband of Seana Crevier (nee Roth). Loving father of his “Charlie’s Angels”, Colleen (Mitch Cochrane) of Keswick, Breanna (and our puppy Blu Moon)...
Walter Metherall "Wally"
Jan 19, 2023
Lifelong Keswick resident and senior partner of Team Metherall Real Estate in Georgina and surrounding area. Peacefully surrounded by his family in Keswick on Thursday, January 19, 2023 at the age of 63 years. Beloved husband of Cyndy Metherall (nee Black). Loving son of Wally and Judy Metherall (nee Capranos) and loving father of Cole (Brooke Janes) all of Keswick....
Matthew David John Foesier
Jan 7, 2023
Coming from a ballet dance family, Matthew was a former student of the National Ballet School of Canada and ballet teacher for many years, passed away peacefully at his home in Toronto on Saturday January 7, 2023, at the age of 51 years. Beloved son of the late Jacques and Jeanne Foesier (nee Ambler) formerly of Toronto. Loving brother of...
William Higgins "George"
Jan 7, 2023
The family is deeply heartbroken to announce George’s passing on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket. He was surrounded by his children’s love and is now at peace with Ruth, his wife of 53 years. Loving father of Shelley (Mario Garcia) of Woodville, Brian Higgins (Candice) of Aurora, and Alan Higgins of Keswick. Cherished grandfather...
BellaRose Cathleen Freeston
Jan 4, 2023
In loving memory of our precious angel who passed away on January 4, 2023. Cherished daughter of Josh Freeston and Shelby Bond of Cannington. Beloved granddaughter of Debbie West (Joe Tavares) of Bradford, Tom Freeston (Dee Stroud) of Stouffville and Annette Bond of Cannington. Great granddaughter of Dave & Edie Bond of Cannington and predeceased by Walter & Donna Freeston,...
Evelyn Rose (nee Sedore)
Dec 27, 2022
Peacefully, at Spencer House, Orillia on Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at the age of 90 years. Predeceased by her husband Elmer Rose (1991). Dearly loved mother of Kathy (Don Hyde) of Sutton and Susan Rose (David Hvidston) of Huntsville. Cherished Grandmother of Jessica (Matt), Keir (Karlee), Jonathan, Katie and Sarah. Great Grandmother of Ben and Evelyn. Predeceased by her sisters...
Michael Allan Smith
Dec 26, 2022
Suddenly at his home in Pefferlaw, on Monday, December 26, 2022 at the age of 62 years. Beloved father of Amanda. Cherished son of Norris & Rhoda Smith of Keswick. Dear brother of Stephen Smith and his wife Leslie. Mike will be sadly missed by his canine companion Lexy, his extended family, nieces, nephews and many friends. A Celebration of...
Carol Milwain
Dec 24, 2022
Suddenly at her home in Keswick on Saturday December 24, 2022 at the age of 73 years. Predeceased by her soul mate Don Milwain (2000) and her late parents George and Phyllis Simms. Loving mother of Rob (Sharon), Steve (Wendy) and Chris (Nikky). Adored Nana to Austin, Brett, Kyle, Nick, Ethan and Mackenzie. Dear sister to Linda (Raz Bifolchi) and...
Helen Wight
Dec 16, 2022
Peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket on Friday, December 16, 2022, at the age of 96 years. Beloved wife of the late Howard Wight and late friend Don Stokes. Loving mother of Carolyn (Hank Van Den Brink) of Keswick and the late Billy Wight (1950). Cherished "Grandma" of Trish (Jamie Mott) of Burnt River, David Van Den Brink...
Jonathan Patrick Barron "Jon"
Dec 16, 2022
Peacefully and surrounded by his loving family and biggest fans, Jon passed away on December 16th, 2022 at the age of 44 years. Jon will be for always cherished by his wife and “Pivotal Angel” Sherry. Amazing Pops to “Fellow Black Sheep” Amanda and “Reimond” Rei, “Spud” Jonny and “MexiMel” Melany, “Timmay Timmay” Timmy and “Chlo Chlo” Chloe, and “Monkey”...