Paul F Kent Funeral Home Ltd Cookstown, Ontario

01/16/2026

Christine Sharon Duncan
December 5, 1954 ~ January 8, 2026

It is with the heaviest of hearts that I announce the passing of my best friend and sister, Christine Sharon Duncan on January 8, 2026 at the age of 71. Born in Batley, West Yorkshire, England to Donald and Sheila Cooper, she dedicated her life to her younger sister, Tina, family, friends and her beloved dog, Aggie. Predeceased by her husband and love of her life, Donald Duncan. Christine was known for being the best aunt to her two nephews, Michael and Andrew and for her love of Vancouver Island. She is survived by her sister, Tina (Robert), nephews, Michael (Ashley) and Andrew (Paula) and great nieces, Jayda, Harper, Abigail and Poppy.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the incredible nurses and doctors that helped Christine with her almost five-month journey. We would also like to thank the exceptional nurses and staff at Matthews House in Alliston who cared for and supported her and her family in her final weeks as did her friend, Paul from BC.

Donations to Matthews House would be greatly appreciated.

A bench dedication for Christine and her mother Sheila, is planned at Gull Lake Rotary Park, Gravenhurst. A cremation has already taken place, and a celebration of life will be held at a future date.

01/16/2026

Sheila Cooper
September 12, 1933 ~ January 6, 2026

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Sheila Cooper, on January 6, 2026 at the age of 92. Born in Cudworth, West Yorkshire, England to James and Ivy Bailey, she dedicated her life to raising two daughters, (Christine and Tina) on her own. Sheila was known for her sense of humour, stylish dressing and love of family. She is survived by her daughter, Tina (Robert), grandchildren, Michael (Ashley) and Andrew (Paula) and great grandchildren, Jayda, Harper, Abigail and Poppy.

A bench dedication for Sheila and her daughter Christine, is planned at Gull Lake Rotary Park, Gravenhurst.

A cremation has already taken place, and a celebration of life will be held at a future date.

01/01/2026

12/05/2025

Alona Makouchev
June 10, 1979 ~ December 2, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Alona Makouchev in her 47th year. Alona went to be with her beloved Father in heaven on Tuesday December 2nd, 2025. She is the beloved wife of Igor, beloved mother of Samuel and David, dear sister of Oksana (Ilia) and daughter of Heorhiy Dutchak and Olga Makovi.

Visitation will be held at Mapleview Community Church, Barrie (300 Mapleview Drive W) on Sunday December 7th, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Monday December 8th, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Funeral Service at Mapleview Community Church, Barrie on Monday December 8th, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. (reception to follow).

Interment at Innisvale Cemetery following the reception.

12/05/2025

Alvaro Martins
May 2, 1934 ~ November 22, 2025

Alvaro Martins passed away on November 22nd, 2025 at Owen Hill Long Term Care. Cremation has taken place, there are no services at this time. If you wish to leave a condolence for the family, you may do so on our tribute page.

12/05/2025

Edith Marie Quait
December 8, 1947 ~ November 20, 2025

Edith Marie Quait, 77, of Cookstown passed away in to the arms of her Lord on Thursday, November 20, 2025. Edith was born in Cape Sable Island, Nova Scotia. She was the beloved wife of the late Glen Howard Quait, mother of Christopher (Melissa) and Pamela (Rob), and proud grandmother to Joshua, Madison, Caden, Kyarra, Lorelai, Keegan, Sebastian, Lucian and Lavinia. She was predeceased by her mother Edith Jamieson, her beloved husband of 47 years Glen, her grandbaby Lucian, and her brothers Donald and Frank. She is survived and will be missed by her sister Blanche, brothers Jim, Patrick, John and Thomas, and her nieces, nephews and friends.

Burial was taken place at the Queensville Cemetery.

In Memory donation to the Matthews House Hospice in Alliston or to the Heart
and Stroke Foundation of Canada would be appreciated

11/13/2025

John Keith Robinson
February 5th, 1941 ~ November 10th, 2025

Keith passed away suddenly at home on Monday November 10th, 2025 in his 85th year. Predeceased by his loving wife of 52 years Marjorie Fern (Hodgson) (2018). Cherished brother of Joyce (deceased) and Don Robson, Anne and Doug (deceased) Keating, Wayne (deceased) and Rosie. Keith will be deeply missed by his loving and caring companion Alwyn Thomas. He was the loving father of Tom and Gwen, John and Catherine, Paul and Lori, Kent and Sheri and Heidi (deceased) (1981), proud grandfather of Janice, Lori and Chris, Rachael, Nichole, Maggie, Graeme, Andrew, Keegan, Ruby, and great-grandchildren Zack, Owen, Paige, Myles, Lucy, Heidi, and Joel. Keith is also loving remembered by the Thomas family- Keith and Lori, Marie and John, Neil and Susan, grandchildren Marc and Adele, Alexandra, Shawn and Ashton, Mackenzie, great-grandchildren Lauren, Liam and Eloise. Keith was born and raised on the family farm in Cookstown and spent much of his childhood years plowing the land. A lifelong plowman, Keith was well known for his passion and skill, passing on his knowledge and expertise to the next generation. His success took him to matches across Canada and overseas. He was an active church member, curler and Mason. A man of deep faith who loved the Lord and was committed to his beliefs. Keith will be remembered for his kindness, warm hugs, and quiet strength.

Visitation will be held at Living Faith Community Presbyterian Church, 206 Murphy Road, Baxter on Monday November 17th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Funeral service will be held at the church on Tuesday November 18th at 11:00 a.m. with an hour of visitation prior to the service. There will be a reception immediately after the service. The interment will take place at St. John’s Anglican Cemetery, Cookstown following the reception.

Memorial donations in memory of Keith can be made to Living Faith Community Presbyterian Church or Heart and Stroke Foundation.

11/02/2025

Raymond Harvey Goodiison

This is a reminder that the Celebration of Life for Ray “Krusty” Goodison will be held today November 2nd at the Cookstown Pub - 52 Queen St. Cookstown, ON beginning at 2:00pm.

10/31/2025

Wishing Cookstown a Happy Halloween ! Enjoy the Halloween fun & the big game tonight ! !🎃⚾️

10/23/2025

Raymond Harvey Goodison
August 29, 1938 ~ October 19, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our dear Father, Raymond Harvey Goodison at St. Michael’s Hospital, Toronto from complications after a fall. He was 87. Our Dad, lovingly known as “Krusty,” was born in Toronto and lived most of his adult life in Cookstown. He will be missed by several Cookstown locals, all who loved his “Krusty” side. He was also a dialysis patient at Stevenson’s Memorial Hospital in Alliston for over 10 years. He loved the nurses who took great care of him and he will be greatly missed. In fact, Dad commented how grateful he was to his nurses and doctors for their care. His quality of life remained excellent until his fall at the beginning of October.

Our Dad is predeceased by our wonderful Mother and his wife of 45 years, Alice (Billie) Marion Goodison (nee McColl) who passed away on June 30, 2006. Ray is survived by his daughter, Denise Alexandria Duncan (Keith Duncan) and his son, Ronald Howard Goodison (Sharon Betteson Goodison). His grandchildren: Kelly Somers-Harris (Jonathan Somers-Harris), Michael Duncan (Alexa Duncan), Dayleen Caceres, (Juan Caceres), and Jordan Goodison. He was also “Great Grandfather” to: Lydia, Kaz, and Lawrence Somers-Harris and James Duncan. He was a career truck driver with Consumers Distributing and his favourite activities included Canadian Vintage Modified car racing with his son and horse racing; Pacer and Trotters.

A Celebration of Life for Ray “Krusty” Goodison will be held November 2, 2025 at the Cookstown Pub - 52 Queen St. Cookstown, ON beginning at 2:00pm.