At the Deep River and District Hospital, on the 29th of July 2026, at the age of 80 years.  Jack was predeceased by his beloved wife of 55 years, Marie Schankula in 2023. Loving father of Darren and his wife Shelly of Callander, On, and Jacob and his wife Tina of Osgoode, On.  Cherished grandfather of Katie (Nick), Tim, Sarah and Samantha.  Predeceased by both of his parents, Henry and Katharina of Niagara Falls.  Loving brother of Don and his wife Peggy of Oakville, ...

Peacefully, at the Deep River Hospital on Wednesday, September 23rd, 2026 Robert passed away at the age of 72.  Robert was the beloved son of Alexandra (Alix) and Doug Leishman of Deep River and a brother to Douglas of Bowen Island, B.C.  Robert is survived by his brother Douglas and an extended family of friends and relatives including the Robertson's of Jacksonville, Florida (Bill + Robin and family), Robert + Wynn and family of Langley, B.C. and the Beatty family of ...

It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of Dianne Vivian Murphy at Deep River and District Hospital on September 25, 2026. She died peacefully in the arms of her loving husband Jim. This was the week of their 54th wedding anniversary. Along with Jim, she leaves behind brother Pete Unwin and wife Carol of Vancouver Washington State, sister Wendy Rudell and partner Charles Free of Cabo San Lucas. Dianne is predeceased by her sister Jan Yoller (Franz Yoller) of Thunder ...

With sadness, we announce the passing of Carl Hoelke — husband, father, grandfather, scientist, and lifelong outdoor enthusiast — at the age of 91. Born in Pembroke, Ontario, Carl spent his entire professional life working in electrometallurgy at AECL (now CNL) in Chalk River. In 1965, he moved to Deep River with his wife, Patricia, where they raised their four children. A lifelong adventurer, Carl was happiest when immersed in nature, so it was fitting that he was born on April ...

It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of Shirley Mary Jay on August 13, 2026, at Matthews House Hospice in Alliston, Ontario. Born on April 26, 1933, in Tracadie, Prince Edward Island, Shirley was the daughter of the late Edith and Patrick Mullen. She grew up in a close-knit family where faith, hard work and, above all, family were at the heart of everyday life. Shirley was the eldest of four daughters. When her father died young, she went to work to help support her ...

With deep sadness, Stephen Carriere passed away on the morning of Monday September 21, 2026 at Deep River & District Health at the age of 60 years.  Beloved husband, and best friend of Nancy Carriere (nee Moore) of 8 years. Son of Verna Carriere (nee Johnston) of Deep River and the late James Carriere. Son in law of Ken and June Moore of Smiths Falls. Brother of Andy, Jeff, Melissa and late Michelle. Brother- in law of Judy and Bill Croxall of Athens. Steve worked 32 years at ...

At the North Renfrew Long Term Care Centre, Deep River on Sunday, September 20, 2026. Don Burke age 87 years. Beloved husband of Judi Burke (nee Merriam) of Deep River. Loving father of Catherine Burke and her husband Kevin of North Bay and Anne Marie Burke and her husband Andrew of Deep River. Cherished grandfather of 3 grandchildren and 1 great-granddaughter. Predeceased by his brother Garry Burke and a sister Doreen Bell. Respecting Don’s wishes cremation will take place. In memory ...

It is with profound sadness that we write that Anna McCracken passed away at Deep River Hospital on Sunday morning, Sept 20th. Anna was born on January 8th, 1944 in Edinburgh, Scotland, and received her undergraduate degree there.  At the University of Leeds, she obtained her Ph.D. in Pharmacology in 1969, which served her well for various research positions.  Later that year, she and her husband David McCracken came to Canada, settling into life near the Canadian Rockies.  ...

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Noel “Chris” Labrie, who passed away peacefully on October 17, 2025, at the age of 86, in Ottawa, Ontario. Born December 23, 1938 to Ludger and Berthe Labrie (née Giroux).  He will be deeply missed by his wife of 65 years, Carole Labrie (née Shea), his children Paul and Lisa Labrie, and his beloved grandchildren Miranda, Jaymie, Karly, Adam, and Erika. A big brother who will be fondly remembered by his ...

It is with profound sadness that the family of Neil Beamer, affectionately known as “The Neilster” announce his passing on August 31st, 2026 at the Deep River and District Hospital. He leaves behind his loving wife of 53 years Valerie, his beloved children Holly (Sheldon), Natalie (Bryan) of Deep River and cherished grandchildren Katelyn (Kody) and Olivia (Arnold). Also survived by his brother Lorne of Welland, sister-in-law Kathy (Mike) and niece and newphews Ashley, Teddy and ...