Obituary of Mary Curtis

Curtis, Mary Donnetta Lillian It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Mary Curtis at her home surrounded by her children in Longford Mills on Friday June 3rd, 2022 in her 83rd year. Mary was born in Dobbington ON. Predeceased by her parents John and Margaret Ryan. Beloved wife of the late Paul Paquette. Loving mother of Linda Gutscher and her husband Joe of Walkerton, Karen Eccles and her husband Jim of Durham, Heather Ryan-Curtis and her friend Bruce Bester of Walkerton, Mary Jo Curtis-Harrison and her husband Mark of Port Albert, Robin Durrer and her husband Wayne of Mildmay, and John Curtis of London. Proud and loving grandmother of 16 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Joyce Caudle, and Michael Ryan; predeceased by siblings Grace, June, Shirley, John, Georgian, and Debra. Mary will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by special friends Cathy and Tony Howes, and many family and friends. In keeping with Mary’s wishes cremation will be held. Friends and family are invited to a memorial gathering at the Simcoe Funeral Home, 38 James Street E. Orillia on Friday June 10th, 2022, from 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to Camp Couchiching (Mary’s Kitchen) through the link at the top of the page or through the Simcoe Funeral Home, 38 James Street E, Orillia (705) 327 0221. Messages of condolence are welcomed www.simcoefuneralhome.ca