Recent Obituaries in Keswick, and surrounding areas.
Pearl Tena Clarke
Jul 14, 2024
Peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket on Sunday, July 14, 2024, at the age of 85 years. Beloved wife of Ronald Clarke of Keswick. Loving mother of Sherryll (Late George Walker), Jim Clarke (Cindy), both of Newmarket, Ron Clarke (Lon) of Mississauga, Jean Clarke, Darren Clarke, both of Keswick and Dale Clarke (Jodi) of Bracebridge. Cherished “Grandma” of...
Elias Vamvakas
Jul 11, 2024
After a long and brave battle with pancreatic cancer, Elias went to be with Christ his Lord and Savior. He left the same way he lived….with focus and determination.
Elias is survived by his beloved wife of 30 years, Nancy Vamvakas (nee Fenwick), their three children, Olivia (Daniel Welsh), Megan and Michael, his father, Antonios Vamvakas and his mother-in-law, Susan Fenwick....
Don Pawlow
Jul 8, 2024
Peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket on Monday, July 8, 2024 at the age of 64 years. Predeceased by his parents Joan and Daniel. Dear brother of Karen Radke and predeceased by his brothers Derek and Daniel Pawlow. Much loved uncle of Sheila Pawlow of Wawa and great-uncle of Payton Pelletier. Don will be missed by his extended family...
Michael Douglas MacIsaac
Jun 30, 2024
Peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket on Sunday June 30th, 2024, at the age of 54 years. Beloved husband of Lisa of Keswick. Loving father of Kyla (James) and Krysta. Cherished “Papa” of Dakota, Matthew, Lennox, Arabella, Adalynne, Tristin and Justin. Dear brother of Valerie (Bill Madden) and Patricia “Trish” MacIsaac, both of Bradford. He will be greatly...
Patricia May Smith
Jun 30, 2024
Peacefully at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre on Sunday, June 30, 2024 at the age of 87 years. Beloved mother of the late Brian Smith (Frances) of Georgina, Norman Smith (Cathie) of Georgina, and Linda (John Henderson) of Manilla. Cherished grandmother of Sarah (Kyle Klempner), Jaclyn Henderson, Jessica Smith, Zackary Henderson (Kellianne) and Matthew Smith (Meghan). Great grandmother of Quinnrose, Isla,...
Stanley Rice Perry
Jun 28, 2024
Passed away peacefully at Southlake Residential Care Village on Friday, June 28, 2024 at the age of 87. Predeceased by his loving wife Mary Perry. Dearly loved father of Leanna Griffith and predeceased by his son Paul Perry. Cherished grandfather of Riley, Natasha and Matthew. He will be missed by his extended family and friends. A Celebration of Life gathering...
William Norman Watts
Jun 28, 2024
Passed away peacefully at his home in Keswick surrounded by love on Friday, June 28, 2024 at the age of 71. Dearly loved husband of Carmen Watts. Much loved father of Mark Butcher (Claire), Matthew Butcher, and Tanya Butcher. Cherished grandfather of Dominic Rose. Loving son of Gretel and the late Bill Watts. Dear brother of Mary (Willie Patterson). He...
Marx Lindy Pedersen
Jun 27, 2024
Marx passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday, June 27th at the age of 86 years. Married to the love of his life Birgit for 63 years and loving father of Anette (Cameron) and Michael. Beloved Morfar “grandfather” to Bryan (Jodi), Alaina (Heiko) and Caitlyn (Jorge). Farfar “grandfather” to Mason and Michela. Special Morfar to his great grandson...
Jelena Novak
Jun 26, 2024
Passed peacefully after a brief illness at Southlake Regional Health Centre, on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at the age of 82 years. Predeceased by her beloved husband Joseph Novak (2023). Loving mother of Joseph Novak Jr. (Lisa), and Vernoika Novak. Cherished Grandmother of Derek and Ethan. She will be missed by her family and friends. Visitation will be held at...
Judith May Dewar
Jun 25, 2024
Peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at the age of 74 years. Predeceased by her loving husband Jim Dewar (2003). Dearly loved mother of Susan Butcher, Kevin Butcher (Joanne) and John “Andy” Butcher (Stephanie). Cherished Grandmother of Alexis, Tabatha (Matthew), Adrianna, Noah, Wayne, Elijah and great grandmother of Hope. Beloved sister of Beth (Ed),...
Torben Holm Laursen
Jun 21, 2024
Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family after a long and courageous battle, at Margaret Bahen Hospice on Friday, June 21, 2024 at the age of 77 years. Dearly loved husband of Elizabeth Laursen of Keswick. Much loved father of Douglas Laursen (Gillian) of Newmarket, Michael Laursen, Kim Laursen and Crystal (Steven Kraft) all of Keswick. Cherished Bubba of Nicole...
Alex Shane Felhaber
Jun 17, 2024
Passed away suddenly of the result of an automobile accident on Monday, June 17, 2024 at the age of 19 years. Cherished son of Samantha and the late Shane Felhaber (2022). Much loved brother of Melissa, Chase, Nick and Maggie. Beloved grandson of Eleanor Felhaber and Douglas Felhaber (Robin) and Sandra (John Mekitiak) and the late Greg Johnson. Dear nephew...
Violet "Vi" May Robbins
Jun 17, 2024
Peacefully at Cedarvale Lodge in Keswick on Monday June 17, 2024 at the age of 94 years. Beloved wife of the late Melville Robbins (2003). Loving mother of Debbie (John Marshall) of Keswick, Donna Hilliard (Harry McIntyre) of Orillia and the late Wayne Robbins (1979). Cherished grandmother of Robin, Janet (John Barber), Carrie Nixon (Jay Dunlop), and Tim Hilliard jr....
Norman Joseph Malley
Jun 14, 2024
Passed away peacefully at Mackenzie Health Centre, Richmond Hill on Friday, June 14, 2024 at the age of 63. Cherished father of Angelina Malley. Beloved brother of Colleen, Jeannie, Patricia and Peter. Predeceased by his parents Norman and Shirley Malley. Norman will be missed by his family and friends. Cremation has taken place and a service will not be held....
Peter James Lonergan
Jun 13, 2024
Passed away peacefully at Mackenzie Health Centre, Richmond Hill on Thursday, June 13, 2024 at the age of 84 years. Predeceased by his wife Mary Lonergan (1986). He will be fondly remembered by his spouse Gladys Beaul. Loving father of Debbie Ross (Mike Parker), Dan Lonergan (Laurie Madigan), Ken Lonergan (Kathy), Cindy Vandergroef (Kelly Ward), Patti Lonergan and predeceased by...
Lynda Defusco
Jun 12, 2024
Passed away peacefully with her close friend Cathy by her side at Cedarvale Lodge on Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at the age of 69 years. Predeceased by her husband Tony Defusco (2017) and her parents Bill and Doris Parker. Much loved sister of Mary Ellen (Bob Craig) of Bowmanville. Lynda will be fondly remembered by her stepchildren, especially Heidi and...
Margaret Christie Cooke
Jun 12, 2024
Peacefully at the Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at the age of 84 years. Beloved wife of the late Gary Ernest Cooke (2019). Loving mother of Scott Cooke (Maura) of Alliston, Karen Cooke of Keswick and Christopher Cooke (Lee-Ann) of Kirkland Lake. Cherished “Nana” of Ethan, Connor, Tyler, Jessie and Alisha Cooke, Brittany Cronin,...
Joan Marilyn Johnson
Jun 10, 2024
Peacefully at the Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket on Monday, June 10, 2024, at the age of 79 years. Beloved wife of William “Bill” Johnson of Sutton West. Loving mother of Tracy Sheppard (Pete) of Keswick, David Johnson (Jody) of Orillia and Dean Johnson (Catherine) of Springwater. Cherished “Nana” of Eric Sheppard, Craig Sheppard, Rachel Sheppard (Ryan), all of...
Tyler Shane Wagner
Jun 3, 2024
Suddenly at his home in Keswick, on Monday, June 3, 2024 at the age of 28 years. Dearly loved son of Angela (Fernando Sousa), and the late John Wagner. Cherished brother of Brandy Wagner (Terry Turner) and Aidan Wagner. Tyler will be missed by his aunt’s, uncles, cousins and many friends. Visitation will be held at the MW Becker Funeral...
Lynda Collins
May 28, 2024
Passed away at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at the age of 74 years. Lyn was released from the trials of her journey with cancer and went home to be with her personal Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Loving mother of Lawrence. Survived by her siblings Tommy (Joan), Colleen, Sharon and "adopted sister" Jane. Predeceased...