Grace PRIEST

Grace Priest passed away peacefully at Extendicare Tri-Town in Haileybury on Sunday, April 12, 2026. She was the beloved wife of the late Fred Priest. Grace is survived by her loving motherhood to Michelle Caron (Glenn), and was adored by her grandchildren Dante and Carter (Celia) Caron. She was a stepmom to Cathie Vezeau (the late Frank), Randy, the late James, and Bonni Cripps (Karl). Grace will be missed by her step-grandchildren, Kristyl Priest, Tanya Heckhaus (Mik), Saundra Vezeau (Sean), Colton Priest (Jamie), Robert Cripps (Shae), Nicole Priest (Coran), Shelby Priest, as well as her great-grandson Connor Heckhaus. She is also survived by her brother, Daniel Fleming (Christine), and her sister-in-law, Sharon Pelletier, who was her closest friend until her final days. A longtime employee of Albarrie Canada for over 30 years, Grace also volunteered with Canadian Mental Health and the Georgian Bay Steam Show. She was an avid walker, cross-country skier, and generally loved the outdoors, especially winter. Grace will be remembered for her kindness, love of Elvis Presley, and her good nature and sense of humour. The family would like to extend their most sincere thanks to the staff at Extendicare Tri-Town and Dr. Don Davies for giving her the best care possible in her final years. Mrs. Priest's final care has been entrusted to the Buffam Leveille Funeral Home. A celebration of life will take place on Sunday, May 31st, from 1 - 4 p.m. at Elmvale Lion's Club.