It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Peter Herbert “Herb” Furniss, who passed away peacefully on October 30, 2026, at Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital.
Herb was predeceased by his beloved wife, Norah, and will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Audry. He will be dearly missed by his children, Sherry Nadolny, Peter Furniss, Suzanne Power, and Linda Kreitner, and by Audry’s children Steven Lamont, Heather Lamont, and James Lamont, as well as his many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family members, and dear friends. He is survived by his sisters, Mary Cottrell and Brenda Ramshaw pre-deceased by his brother Ira Furniss (survived by sister-in-law Carol Furniss)
Herb lived a full and interesting life, with a wide variety of interests and a genuine curiosity about the world around him. He had a passion for history, genealogy, painting chess sets, and music, particularly the sounds of the Grand Ole Opry. He also enjoyed fishing, boating, and building miniature houses, a hobby that reflected his creativity and appreciation for detail.
A proud member of the Masonic Lodge and the Historical Society, Herb also dedicated 30 years to the Boy Scouts, sharing his time and knowledge with younger generations. He especially treasured his years working with the CN Railway. Among his many contributions to the community, Herb founded the Bluebird Trail in Carden Twp., leaving a lasting connection to the natural world and the area he cherished.
Herb and Audry enjoyed spending many winters together in Florida, creating wonderful memories and enjoying their time away. His varied interests, community involvement, and love of learning made him a person with many stories to share and a life well lived.
Visitation will be held at the Mangan Funeral Home on Friday, November 6, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. until the time of the memorial service at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Stone Church Cemetery
