Peacefully with his family at his side on Friday November 1, 2013 in his 68th year. Loving husband of Laurine for 45 years. Dear brother of Stanley and his wife Catherine. Predeceased by his sister Patricia, brothers Robert, Kenneth and Thomas (Linda). Loving brother-in-law of Karen (Carlo, predeceased) and Joan (Ernest). Survived by many nieces and nephews. Will be sadly missed by his four-legged companion Jackie (Wee). Thank you to the staff at the Welland General Hospital ICU for their care and support. Friends and family may visit at the Marlatt Funeral Home, 615 Main St. East (east of Sanford), Hamilton, on Tuesday, November 5, 2013 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Private cremation to follow. Memorial donations may be made to the Hamilton/Burlington SPCA. On-line condolences may be made at www.marlattfhhamilton.com