All Obituaries

Alfred passed away peacefully at Casselholme on March 26, 2020 on the day of his 94th birthday. Predeceased by his beloved wife Helen Barbara (nee Shepherd), he is survived by his loving children Robert Birosh, William Birosh (Hildi), and Dr. Barry Birosh (Sera Tempio). Cherished grandfather of Kara, Cheland, Adam, Aaron, Tayna and Lars. Alfred is predeceased by his parents George and Rita (nee Lendrum) Birosh, his brothers William Birosh and Robert Birosh, and is survived by his sister...

With great sorrow the family announces the unexpected passing of Kathy on March 21, 2020 at the North Bay Regional Health Centre at the age of 66 years of age. Beloved wife of Frank Valenti. Loving mother to Michael Valenti (Grace) and David Valenti (Ramona). Cherished grandmother to Olivia, Giulia, Jaden and Drea. Kathy is predeceased by her parents George and Bernice (nee Unger) Weller. She is survived by her brother Chris Weller (Joanne), and her step-father Don Whiteside. In order...

After a lengthy battle with illness Marilyn passed away with her loving family at her side on March 18, 2020 at the North Bay Regional Health Centre at the age of 86 years. Beloved wife of the late Reginald Swant (1986). Beloved mother of Stephen Swant, mother in law to Kelly Brown, cherished grandmother of Tyler Brown (Sarah) and Mackenzie Brown, and great grandmother to Amelia, Samuel and Lydia. Marilyn spent her career in communications beginning with working for Bell Canada as a...

Vaillancourt, Armand On March 16, 2020, Armand Vaillancourt, at the age of 84, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by the love of his family.  Armand will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 63 years, Helen (née Bourgeois), and his children Claude (Lise), Ann (Jeffrey), Louise and Gisèle (Richard).  He will also be fondly missed by his grandchildren Serge (Katherine), Chantal (Mathias), Melissa (Jason), Nicholas (Jerrica), Karianne (Caitlin) and Robin...

Born May 27, 1929 in Causapscal, Quebec, Passed away peacefully at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on March 16, 2020 after an extended struggle with cancer.  He was the beloved husband to Gisela Poitras (nee Lott), Loving father to Sonia Poitras of North Bay and Michelle Ricci (Marco) of Milton.  Gratien was a cherished grandfather to Mila.  Predeceased by his parents John and Jeanne Poitras, and siblings Fernand, Lucien, Gaetan, Edith, Clairesse, and newborn...

Mr. Roger Lemieux passed away peacefully at the Temiscaming Health Centre, March 15th, 2020 at the age of 91 years. Son of Laureat Lemieux and Annette Boucher. He was predeceased by his wife Madeleine Vaillancourt. Loving father of daughters, Louise Lemieux and Monique Lemieux (Jim McCallum). He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren, Katherine McCallum (Edies Dimza), Terry McCallum (McKinsie Skeens), Thomas Ghanem (Aurora Severin), Marcus Ghanem and great granddaughter Briar Ghanem. He...

Burke, Claire Blanche (nee deBilly) – [de bee-yee] Claire passed away peacefully at Cassellholme on Saturday, March 14, 2020 at the age of 94.  Claire was born and raised in Lauzon, Quebec by her parents, Solomon and Nolia deBilly (nee Drolet). After completing her education, Claire worked in Quebec City during the war until she met Vernon Burke, her handsome sailor from Northern Ontario.  According to the stories to their children, an epic love story began that...

BRADLEY DARWIN JOSEPH DUBE Explorer, beloved brother, Uncle, Friend Through stacks of books, Lures on lakes and Hunting trails He forged his own path with wit and wisdom The world is less fun without him   Brad is pre deceased by his parents Darwin and Marlene Dube (nee Ashead)   He is remembered with love and affection by his siblings Randy (Laurie), Darlene (Michael) and Chris. His beloved Nieces and Nephews Dylan, Oliver and Owen Jessica and Cailean Brianne and...

Martin, Aline (nee Landry) It is with heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Aline Martin on March 10, 2020 at the North Bay Regional Hospital. Predeceased by her husband Urbain and daughter Pamela. Loving mother of Paul (Susan), Ron (Yvonne), Rob (Lem), Karen, Keven, Tracey Sandford (Paul) and Debbie (Dave). Cherished grandma of Jason, Shawn, Justin, Kandice, Dennis, Melissa, Addam, Abbey and 12 great grandchildren. Sadly, missed by her siblings, nieces, nephews, extended family...

Storie, Donna March 28, 1963- March 6, 2020 Donna passed away suddenly at the NBRHC at the age of 56 years old with her daughter by her side. Daughter of Rita and the late Ivan Storie. Sister to Richard. She leaves behind her children, Damien (Vanessa), Danielle (Luc) and Deandra. Donna had a great love for her granddaughters, Madison, Payton and Hannah. She also leaves behind nephews, Luke, Evan, many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends, especially Gladys and Kevin. Donna had a great love...