Roger Pinney: Jan. 30, 1945 ~ Jan. 4, 2026

Locally respected tax accountant, Roger Ernest Pinney, age 80, passed away peacefully in his sleep of natural causes on January 4, 2026, in his Gravenhurst, Ontario home.

He will be sadly missed by his adoring partner, Lynda Valcourt, and by both of their families and friends.

Roger was born in Hamilton, Ontario, on Jan. 30, 1945.

He was a chartered accountant and worked at many different companies over the years.

He’ll be missed by many long time tax clients, as well as his volunteer organizations and his extended music community.

Roger had a lifetime of enjoying aviation in all forms, volunteering in many organizations.

And playing music (bass guitar — both electric and stand up) in the community and with many bands throughout his life.

• Roger was very social and touched the lives of many.

He is survived by his long-time partner Lynda, children Beth, Cameron and Christina (Ben), and his brother Steve (Linda).

He will be especially missed by his grandchildren Myshiia, Jaidalyn and Druehn, Max and Zoe, and Maya, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Roger was predeceased by his sister Karen (Ross) and his parents Grace and Ernest.

Celebration of Life Feb. 15

Gravenhurst Legion

A Celebration of Life filled with music and laughter will be held at The Royal Canadian Legion, 290 Veterans Way in Gravenhurst Ontario, from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday February 15, 2026 (Family Day weekend).

We hope that everyone touched by his life can join in the celebration.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (cysticfibrosis.ca) or the Muskoka Men of Song Bursary Fund (muskokamenofsong.ca).