Recent Obituaries in Keswick, and surrounding areas.
Robert George Draper
Aug 29, 2019
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by love, at Southlake Regional Health Centre on Thursday, August 29, 2019 at the age of 41 years. Beloved son of Diane Draper and the late Robert Draper Sr. Dear brother of Steven Hannah (Barbie McQuaig), Daron Hannah (Wendy), Jeffery Hannah (Dave), Rita Andre, and the late Michael and Phillip Draper. Loving uncle of Ashley, Priscila,...
Daniel Joseph Phillips
Aug 27, 2019
Retired Locomotive Engineer
Peacefully, surounded by his family at his home in Keswick on Tuesday August 27, 2019, at the age of 71 years. Much loved husband and best friend of 40 years of Janice Phillips (nee Byce). Loving father of Michael (Brenda) of Oshawa, Terry (Catherine) of Pontypool, Kathleen (Chris Locke) of Toronto, Jessica (Shannon) of Fergus, Jennifer (Fernando Mendoza-Phillips)...
Paul David Majury
Aug 26, 2019
Peacefully at Scarborough General Hospital on Monday August 26, 2019 at the age of 59 years. Beloved son of the late Ernie and Marie Majury (2001), and partner of Brenda Hobbs of Scarborough. Loving father of Rachel (Derek Mullan) of Toronto. Dear brother of Gary of Toronto, Linda (Larry Graham), Mary Proteau, both of Keswick, Jimi Marjury, and the late...
Catherine Gertrude Patchett
Aug 20, 2019
Known simply as ‘Mom’, Catherine and her beloved husband Ronald Patchett opened their home on Boag Road in Queensville to many children over the decades, even adopting four to form her own family. With so many young lives in her life, she was naturally involved in several youth organization such as the ‘Brownies’, Girl Guides, 4H Club to name but...
Irene Elsie Croucher
Aug 18, 2019
Peacefully, surrounded by her family at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket on Sunday August 18, 2019 at the age of 83 years. Irene, beloved mother of Neale Croucher (Natalie) of Holland Landing and Karen Roy (Steve) of Sharon. Cherished “Nan” of Helen, Tristan & Claudia. Dear sister of Peter Lloyd of Keswick and of the late Margaret Hawkins. Special...
Anita Nettie Acorn
Aug 17, 2019
Passed away peacefully at her home in Keswick on Saturday, August 17, 2019 at the age of 85 years. Loving mother of the late Robert Wayne, Deborah (Bill Lang), Holly (Lewis Stronge), Kenneth Acorn, Julie Chambers, Donna Ross McCluskey, Maxine Collins, Perry Acorn (Julie) and Leona Thompson. Cherished Nanny of 27 Grandchildren, Great-Grandchildren and Great-great Grandchildren. She will be sadly...
Randy John Oliver Pellett
Aug 14, 2019
Passed away suddenly at Southlake Regional Hospital on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at the age of 41 years. Dearly loved husband of Sarah Pellett of Newmarket. Cherished and much loved Father of Lexi and Lucas. Beloved son of John Pellett and the late Yvonne. Dear brother of Wendy Pellett and Marlene (Clinton Evans). Brother-in-law of Jennifer (Michael Brandon), Amy Owens,...
Kathleen Audrey Draper
Aug 13, 2019
Passed away peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket on Tuesday August 13, 2019 at the age of 93 years. Kathleen, beloved wife of the late Charles Draper (1998), and mother of Peter Charpentier (Angie) of Brechin, Ontario. Cherished Aunt of Jean (late Ron Tucker 2004), of Newmarket and the late Joseph Charpentier. Sister of the late Mildred, Marjorie,...
Arthur William Wesley Field
Aug 9, 2019
A visionary, self taught entrepreneur, anonymous philanthropist, and active community member are all attributes easily given to describe Arthur Field. Art passed away peacefully at Toronto General Hospital on Friday August 9, 2019 at the age of 65 years, with family by his side. Beloved husband of Anneke Field (nee Brown) of Sutton by the Lake. Loving father of Ronald...
Brian James MacDonald
Aug 5, 2019
Suddenly as a result of heart complications while at Toronto General Hospital on Monday August 5, 2019 at the age of 52 years. Brian, beloved son of Verna (Bill Beeforth) of Keswick and of the late David MacDonald (1998). Loving brother of Wayne MacDonald of Keswick. Cherished nephew of Jean Palmer of Keswick, Doug MacDonald (Judy) of Pefferlaw, Reginald MacDonald...
Ruth Lynn Higgins
Aug 2, 2019
The family is profoundly sad to announce Ruth's passing on Friday August 2, 2019, at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket, after a valiant struggle with pulmonary fibrosis. She was surrounded by her family's love and support and is now at peace. Ruth, devoted wife of 53 years to George Higgins. Loving mother of Shelley (Mario Garcia) of Udora, Brian...
Jeremy James Adams
Jul 26, 2019
It is with deep sadness we announce Jeremy's passing at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket on Friday July 26, 2019 at the age of 64 years. Jer is the much loved father of Alexandra and her fiancé Justin Cressatti and Gillian and her partner Matt Barry. Jeremy will be greatly missed by his sister Rosalind and her husband Michael...
Gary Ernest Frederick Cooke
Jul 25, 2019
Passed away peacefully at Margaret Bahen Hospice on Thursday, July 25, 2019. With loving memories of wife Margaret of 59 years and 3 wonderful children and their spouses, 6 lovely grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Following Gary's wishes, a formal service will not be held and cremation has taken place. It's been a great long journey with no regrets. So...
Ivan Tomas Fogarasi
Jul 14, 2019
Suddenly at his home in Pefferlaw on Sunday, July 14, 2019 at the age of 64 years. Ivan, beloved father of Shannon of Etobicoke, Dan (Raegan) of Pefferlaw, Karolina (David Caster) of Mississauga and Josh of Toronto. Cherished 'Papa' of Nicholas, Anthony, and Anna. Dear brother of George (Donna) of Oshawa, and Leslie of Keswick. He will be missed by...
Jack Edward Beard
Jul 12, 2019
Retired De Havilland and Canadian Army Navy Aircraft Mechanic. Passed away peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket on Friday July 12, 2019 at the age of 82 years. Jack, beloved husband of the late Thelma Beard (Keswick, nee Button, 2008). Loving father of Brian Edward Beard and his wife Karen of Keswick. Cherished 'Grandpa' of Marshal (Balaigh). Dear...
Kimberly Margaret Robinson
Jul 11, 2019
Passed away peacefully at Margaret Bahen Hospice on Thursday, July 11, 2019 at the age of 64 years. Dearly loved wife of Ken Barney. Loving mother of Jennifer Hutcheon (Justin). Predeceased by her parents Robbie and Mabel Robinson and her brother Gary. Dear sister of Gail and the late Ed, sister-in-law of David, Doug (Hayley), and the late Diane. Beloved...
Elsie Joan Schaefer
Jul 11, 2019
Peacefully at McKenzie Health Centre in Richmond Hill, Ontario on Thursday, July 11, 2019 at the age of 89 years. Elsie, beloved wife of the late Fred Schaefer (Keswick, 2003). Loving mother of May (John Linstead), Fred (Betty) both of Sutton, Betty (George Linstead) of Jackson's Point, Shirley (Jim South) of Keswick, Ruth (John Poli) of Newmarket, John (Kathy) of...
Pat Pestill
Jul 11, 2019
A past president of Club 55, Pat was a Keswick resident since 1952. Peacefully at Woods Park Nursing Home in Barrie in her 99th year. Pat, beloved wife of the late William 'Bill' Pestill (Keswick,1991). Loving mother of Bill and his wife Sandy of Barrie, Ken and his wife Karen of Scarborough, Brian and his wife Judi of Halifax, Don...
Robert Leslie Britten
Jul 10, 2019
Member, Toronto and area Local 30 Sheet Metal Workers Union, and fisherman, formerly of Penetanguishene. Peacefully at his home in Keswick on Wednesday July 10, 2019 at the age of 72 years. Bob, beloved husband of 52 years to Kathryn Britten (nee Hammond) of Keswick. Loving father of Marc of Waterloo, Terri of Newmarket, Laura of Bradford, Kathleen of Keswick,...
Sherida Sibley
Jul 9, 2019
Past member of the Keswick Girl Guides
Passed away peacefully at her home in Pefferlaw on Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at the age of 71 years. Predeceased by her loving husband Terry Sibley (2012). Loving mother of Angela Sibley (Isaac Gilbert) of Vancouver B.C. and Mike Sibley of Pefferlaw. Cherished Granny of Dylan and Brennen Gilbert. Dear sister of Ian...



