Obituary of Steve Makins

Makins: Eric Steven Matthew It is with broken hearts that the family of Steve Makins announces his sudden passing on Saturday September 12th 2020 in Toronto at the age of 38. Loving son of John Makins (Kathy Savage) and Cheryl (Kevin) Stubbings. Cherished brother of Allan Makins (Barbara), Adam Makins – pre deceased 2007, Tina Stubbings (Adam Pinn), Whitney Stubbings, Clint Pagan (Tara) and Josh Pagan (Stephanie). Pre deceased by his grandparents George and Mary Makins and Charles and Helen Sheppard. Loving uncle of Madason, Liam, Evan, Lily, Julian and Jack. If you knew Steve for 20 minutes or 20 years, he made an impact on you. He was larger than life. Steve will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by his many friends and family. Visitation will be held at the Simcoe Funeral Home, 38 James Street E Orillia on Thursday September 24th from 12-3 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. A private family service will be held on Friday September 25th 2020 followed by interment at St. Andrew’s / St. James’ Cemetery in Orillia. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Sick Children’s Hospital Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society through the Simcoe Funeral Home, 38 James Street E, Orillia 705 327 0221. Messages of condolence or donations are welcome at www.simcoefuneralhome.ca. As the COVID-19 restrictions/mandates continue to evolve, we are placing health and safety of our families, staff and community at our highest priority. In order to keep everyone as safe as possible, we kindly ask that all guests wear a mask and practice physical distancing. Please refrain from shaking hands or having direct contact with each other if not in the same household or their established 10-person social circle. When coming for a visitation, guests are asked to pay their respects to the deceased, acknowledge the family from a safe distance and exit the suite. Once guests exit the visitation suite, we kindly ask them to exit the funeral home to allow other guests the same opportunity. Visitations will be limited to 30% capacity.