All Obituaries

Thea den Bekker (March 5, 1930 - January 24, 2022) It is with heavy hearts, the family announces her peaceful passing at Cassellholme in North Bay. She was predeceased by her husband Gerry and son Peter, and granddaughter Brooklyn. Thea is survived by daughter Bea Bouffard (John) and grandchildren Jacky Hopper (Mark), David Bouffard (Shannon), Angela Murphy (Chris) and Pamela Larose (Craig). Oma will be dearly missed by her eight great-grandchildren; Tia, Finn, Megan, Justin, Farrah,...

Goulais, Leonard Peter (1955-2022) Leonard passed away at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Sunday January 23, 2022 at the age of 66 years. He is survived by his partner and best friend Lianne Lariviere. Dear father of Kory (Alison), Brad and Christine. Grandpa Leonard will be sadly missed by his two grandchildren Camden & Emmett. Also survived by his step-children Kayla (Ryan), Brittany, Amy (Josh) and Natasha (Pahsent) and 7 step-grandchildren Amara, Cici, Bronson, Ryerson,...

Jean-Claude Bertrand “Johnny” as he was affectionately known by all who knew him died peacefully on January 22, 2022 at the North Bay Regional Health Centre. Johnny was born on August 24, 1969 in Chapleau. Predeceased by his father Jean-Guy Bertrand, mother Aline Foisy Bertrand and sister Linda Bertrand.   Johnny will be greatly missed by his partner Deanna Dewar, daughters Ava and Sophie Bertrand in addition to his sisters Marie Jeanne Bertrand-Robbins and Dianne...

Gilles Hamel  It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gilles Hamel, on January 22nd, 2022 at the age of 70 years at his place of residence, Cassellholme.  Son of predeceased Georges Hamel and Jacqueline Hamel from Hearst. He leaves behind his better half, Doreen, his brothers Michel, André (Joanne), Guy (Lorraine) and sisters Lillianne (Viannez), Louise and Lyne. Also, his daughter, Sara, and numerous nephews, nieces, aunts and uncles. Gilles will be...

Joan Audrey Mathieu November 24, 1939 - January 18, 2022 It is with profound sadness that the family announces the passing of Joan Audrey Mathieu, January 18, 2022 following a brief illness. Predeceased by her parents Ken and Winnifred Gardner. The beloved wife of Clayton for 60 years, Joan is also survived by her loving children Peter (Shelly), Shelli Hefkey, Patti Serson, and brother Grant Gardner (Beverley). Cherished grandmother of Jessica Delorme, Mathieu Hefkey, Scott Hefkey, Justin...

Roy, Shirley - Passed away peacefully at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Monday January 17th, 2022. Loving wife of 58 years to Normand Roy. Beloved mother of Normand Jr. , Dana and Raeanne. She will be sadly missed by her good friends Ruth Wright and Gail Benard. As per her wishes, there will be no visitation or service. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Diabetes Association in memory of Shirley will be gratefully acknowledged by her...

St. Amour, Michel – After a long, courageous battle with cancer, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on January 12, 2022 at the age of 66. Born in North Bay on September 4, 1955. Loving husband of Glenda St. Amour (nee Restoule). Michel and Glenda were married on June 26, 1982 in Sturgeon Falls 39 years ago. He was the son of the late Fernand St. Amour and Gilberte Gervais. He will be sadly missed by his brothers and sisters Marc St. Amour (Louise), Denise St....

Davidson, Barry He will be sadly missed by his parents Norm (deceased) & Oleeta Davidson; his loving wife Lori, daughter Kristy (Dean) and granddaughter Brooklyn. Also survived by his sisters Lana (Rob), Lorri & Lisa (Mark); nieces & nephews Christopher, Sebastian, Eric, Oliver, Erin & Leah and by many aunts, uncles & friends. Barry will never be forgotten. He will live on in our hearts forever. As per his wishes cremation has taken place. A celebration of his life...

Anderson, John Christopher (1948-2022) It is with heavy hearts the family announces the passing of John Christopher Anderson at his home in Temagami on the evening of Monday, January 10, 2022. Beloved husband of Ann (Kirk) for fifty years. Loving and proud father of Christopher (Melissa) and Patricia (James). Grandpa (Grumpa) to Jeremy and Isabelle. Brother to Martha Gibson (Rick-deceased). He was pre-deceased by his parents John and Irene Anderson. John was born and raised in North...

Joseph Daniel Carmichael Following a battle with cancer, Joe Carmichael of North Bay passed away peacefully in the arms of his loving wife on January 10, 2022, at the age of 61. Predeceased by his parents, Ivan and Eura (Tim) Carmichael and his brother, Bill Carmichael. He will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife, Lorraine Peace, daughter Kait Morris, brothers Rick Carmichael (Laurie), Eathel Carmichael (Bev), Tim Carmichael (MaryBeth), Randy Carmichael, Scott Carmichael,...