He had lived a very long, happy life and will be greatly missed by myself, and many other friends. He was born in Sherbrooke and grew up in Verdun. He developed an interest in boats and built a few small Dart sailboats. As a member of the Air Cadets, he learned to fly an airplane before driving a car. He was also briefly a member of the Victoria Rifles, where he played the snare drum and was known for his drum stick spinning skills. My parents met in high school, were married, and were very happy together for 58 years until her passing.
He received his Bachelor’s degree became a teacher at Woodland in Verdun, moved to Lakeshore School Board where he taught and became the Principal at Cedar Park, taught and became vice-principal at John Rennie High School, then finally a Consultant for the board. During this time he went back to school to get his Master’s degree. One of his colleagues once described him to me as ‘one of the good ones. He was always very involved in all aspects of the board. He was creative and always enjoyed to ‘MacGyver’ and making things. My parents took up square dancing where they had many wonderful friends and very many years of enjoyment. He was a proud avid square dancer and was always trying to recruit new members. The summer concerts on the west island also brought him a lot of joy.
Many thanks to the care staff at his residences. The team at the Day Medicine in the Lakeshore General Hospital can’t be thanked enough for their dedication and all they did for us. I would also like to thank all of the very many anonymous blood donors. Donations in lieu of flowers to any of the following would be appreciated: The Canadian Cancer Society, Animatch, and donate blood if you are able. It truly is the gift of life.
