Joseph Ellig

ELLIG, Joseph Arthur— It is with profound sadness that the family of Joseph Ellig announces his passing on Friday, May 30, 2014. He was in his 92nd year. Joe was the beloved and cherished husband of Mae (nee Turner) Ellig for 66 years. He was a devoted and loving father to Linda (Murray) Shaw, Jody (Ken) Burtch and Susan Ellig. His grandchildren Ben Shaw, Kendall (Rob) Skinulis and Joel Burtch were his pride and joy. Joe lived each day for his family and regaled in their accomplishments. He is survived by his sisters Marie (late Vic) Bordignon, Evelyn (late John) Burton, Maddy (Doug) Seiling and Cecile (Clarence) Hummel, by sisters-in-law Ruth and Joyce Ellig, and by brother-in-law Frank Turner (Vicki). Joe was predeceased by brothers Wilfred (late Betty), Francis, and Jim and by sisters Isabel (late Harry) Male and Eileen McDonald. Joe was a truck driver for over 24 years for Federal Wire and he was a City of Guelph bus driver for 16 years. He had a great zest for life and he lived each day to the fullest. Joe’s workshop was his haven and he often said that his beautiful backyard was his little piece of heaven. Joe’s spirit and love of life will live on forever through his family. Our loving memories will help sustain us all through this very difficult time. No matter what age a parent, the loss leaves a deep void that only time will help ease, but never erase. God bless you dear husband, dad and grandpa. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held at Gilbert MacIntyre & Son Funeral Home, Dublin Chapel, 252 Dublin St. N., Guelph on Saturday, June 7, 2014 from 12 – 2 p.m., followed by a celebration of life in the funeral home chapel at 2 p.m. A reception will follow the service at the funeral home. Donations in Joe’s name may be made to Hospice Wellington, to the Children’s Wish Foundation, or to the Canadian Cancer Society (cards available at the funeral home (519-822-4731) or send condolences to www.gilbertmacintyreandson.com

A celebration of life will be held at Dublin Chapel on Saturday, June 7, 2014 at 2 p.m.