Passed away suddenly but peacefully at home on December 27th, 2012 at the age of 74. Loving husband of Sandra. Dear father of Richard (Dana), and Robin (Keeley). Grandpa to Zachary, Nicholas, Gryphon and Fantastic Papa to Ryan and Aaron. Will be fondly remembered by his best friend and “Daughter” Barbara. Will be missed by his niece and nephews Pernell, Susan, Joe and Kevin, and many other extended friends and family. Visitation will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Wednesday, January 2nd from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Thursday, January 3rd at 11:00 a.m. Interment Mount Lawn Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Durham Humane Society would be appreciated.