Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville with his family by his side on Sunday, February 27th, 2011. Cherished father of Barbara, Frances (Peter), Linda (Andy), George (Lynne), Jackie (Tony), Tony and John. Dear brother to Nora (Stanley Rae) and Joey (Ann Ward) and loving uncle to all his nieces and nephews in England. Devoted Grandad to 16 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by all his friends. Special thanks to the nursing staff at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville for their loving compassion and helping the family through this hard time. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, March 3rd from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held at CHURCH OF ST. GREGORY THE GREAT, 194 Simcoe St. North on Friday, March 4th at 10:00 A.M.