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53 | Thursday, November 10, 2016 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com www.insidehalton.com | OAKVILLE BEAVER | Thursday, November 10, 2016 | 52 l Obituaries MOFFATT, Norman Gilbert March 25, 1929 - November 5, 2016 Passed peacefully with family by his side, at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital in his 88th year. Dearly beloved husband of Violet for 63 years. Loving father of Dave (Arlette), Steve (Barb) and Karen (Tom). Proud grandfather of Lisa (Sean), Christine, Shauna, Graeme and Colin. Adored great-grandfather of Liam and Allison. Dear son of the late Robert and Alice (nee Aldridge) and son-inlaw of the late Henry and Isabella Vint. Norm was the youngest of his predeceased 8 siblings - Bob (Lorraine), Mag (Tom), Doris (Reg), George (Mary), Jim (Kay), Muriel (Louis), Al (Doris) and Gord (Kathie). Survived by many nieces and nephews and their families. Born in Montreal, Quebec, Norm's early years were spent at Weredale House for Boys as a resident then staff member, and at Camp Weredale as a camper then counselor. During his Camp days at Lac L'achigan, he began his 68 year romance with Vi. Their married life began in Montreal but in 1970 they moved the family to Oakville, Ontario, bringing with them cherished memories of their country place in Georgeville, Quebec. Norm became active in his new community through Civitan where he was an Honour Key member and held several offices including Club President and District Governor, during his 35 years of service. He will be remembered for his sense of humour, tremendous voice, kindness and dedication to his family and friends. Norm will be greatly missed and forever loved. Many thanks to all who provided care to Norm especially Medical Day Care (2nd Floor) and the Nursing Staff (6th Floor) of OTMH. Memorial service to be held on Saturday, November 12, 2016, 1 p.m. at Kopriva-Taylor Community Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville. Visitation Friday, November 11 from 7 to 9 p.m. and on Saturday from 12 to 1 p.m. Interment at St. Jude's Cemetery with reception to follow. Donations in Norm's memory to the Oakville Hospital Foundation or Canadian Blood Services would be appreciated. Visit our guestbook through www.koprivataylor.com JOHNSTONE, David David, 87, died October 31, 2016. David is the beloved father of Danny, Lynda, and Janis (Calum). He filled their lives with love and laughter. They will remember him as a person of strength and integrity. David also leaves behind his wife Penelope (nee Shepherd) and family; younger brothers John (Sharon); Don (Linda); and nieces and nephews. David was a longtime employee at Ford Motor Company in Windsor and Oakville. l Obituaries l Obituaries l Obituaries l Obituaries WARREN, Patricia "Pat" Marie (nee McGregor) Passed away peacefully at Lakefield Extendicare in Lakefield on Thursday, November 3, 2016 at the age of 93. We will always remember her smile, her gentleness and enduring love. A world traveler, dedicated knitter, and persistent survivor of a stroke in 2007; Pat was a truly remarkable woman. Predeceased by husband Donald William Warren (1976). Much loved mother of Howard W. Warren and Janet C. Brown (Norm). Sadly missed by her grandchildren Lesley M. Warren and husband Eric J. Weaver, Donald W. Warren and fiancée Sarah Sharpe, Tarryl P. Hartling and husband Ryan N. Hartling and Lauren E. Hartling and husband Cory G. Hartling. Lovingly remembered by her five great-grandchildren Neil Warren Hartling, Emily M. Weaver and Andrew W. Weaver, Lucas A. Hartling and Melinda S. Warren. Pat is also survived by her brother Howard B. McGregor of Ottawa. Predeceased by brother Edward Oliver McGregor. Fondly remembered by her extended family and her church family at St. Paul's United Church in Oakville and friends in Oakville. Family and friends paid their respects at the Kopriva Taylor Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Rd. W. Oakville, on Monday, November 7, 2016 from 6-8 p.m. Funeral was held at St. Paul's United Church, 454 Rebecca St. Oakville on Tuesday, November 8, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Memorial Fund at St. Paul's United Church in Oakville may be made in memory of Pat. Visit our guestbook through www.koprivataylor.com ROBERTSON, Tim It is with immeasurable sadness we announce that Tim Robertson lost his long battle with ALS on November 6, 2016, at the age of 58. He was blessed to pass in the loving embrace of his family and close friends. Despite living with ALS for over 12 years, we were not prepared for this moment and he is incredibly missed by his wife of 30 years, Beth (nee Harvey); his children Lindsay and her husband Sean, Barry and Jeffrey. Also missing their hero are his parents Mary Louise and Clyde Robertson; brothers Mark (Dawn), Pat (Michelle), Paul, Chris (Nyla) and sister Joanne (Jim) D'Orazio; sister-in-law Barb O'Neill and brother-in-law Blaine (Joanne) Harvey. He was adored by his many nephews and nieces. The love of his friends from high school, university, State Street Trust and the Oakville community was boundless and provided Tim many amazing life experiences. Tim and Beth met at the University of Windsor in 1982, the farm girl from Dresden Ontario and the Toronto boy. They married in 1986 and lived in Mississauga while he was articling for his CA designation. He worked in the banking industry most of his career, ending with many years at State Street Trust as a Senior Vice President. Their support after his diagnosis with ALS allowed him several more years working in an environment, and with colleagues, that enhanced his quality of life. Tim earned his long time nickname "Blades". He played hockey throughout his youth and adulthood. He coached all three of his children through many hockey seasons for the Oakville Hornets and MOHA, serving for over five years as the President of the Hornets girls league. He watched their soccer games for years and when they grew up, he became the official team "spouse fan" of Beth's teams. Many of our valued lifelong friendships emerged from the world of sport. He had a strong bond to St. Dominic Church in Oakville, and loyalty for the Liberal Party. He assisted with many local, provincial and federal campaigns and it wasn't unusual at election time to see Tim serving as the sign sherpa during door-to-door canvassing. He was active in the ALS community and the inspiration for Tim's Titans in 13 past Walks for ALS. He was an advocate for others with the disease and privileged to be a mentor to so many who were diagnosed after him. Living for 12 years when the life expectancy is 3 - 5 years says a great deal about the fighter he was. Words cannot begin to express the gratitude for the exceptional care Tim has received by ALS Canada and Laurie Laxer, the McMaster ALS clinic under Dr. John Turnbull and Jane Allan, and the support of CCAC and March of Dimes. He was blessed to have three very special PSW's throughout his journey - Donette, Jean and Joanne. No one held him together as well as his palliative care nurse, Glenanne and our family doctor, Mira Backo-Shannon. A special thank you to the nurses, therapists and doctors at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital for making his last week as comfortable as possible. There will be a Memorial celebration of Tim's life to be held at Kopriva Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville, with visitation from 2 - 5 and 7 - 9 p.m., Wednesday, November 9. Funeral mass and reception will be held at St. Dominic Roman Catholic Church, 2415 Rebecca Street Oakville at 1 p.m. on Thursday, November 10, 2016. Donations to ALS Canada (www.als.ca) in lieu of flowers would be appreciated. Visit our guestbook through www.koprivataylor.com KOEHLER, John D. John D. Koehler, 78, of Oakville, Ontario, passed away peacefully at the Oakville Trafalgar Hospital on October 25, 2016. John was born December 19, 1937 in London, ON. He spent his entire career with The Bank of Nova Scotia where he made many lifelong friends. John is survived by his two children, John W. Koehler (Kelly) and Mary Koehler (Marcel), his 4 grandchildren: Connor, Sydney, Ty and Hannah; his brother Ed; his many nieces and nephews, and the rest of his wonderful family and friends. Should you choose, memorials may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation Honour the memory of a LOVED ONE... Place an In Memoriam in the classifieds. Calemail classifi edonse ech.c .com email classifi ed@ metrolandwest VEENEMAN, William (Bill) Gerrit F., May 26, 1950 - November 05, 2016 - Passed away peacefully at home, with his wife at his side, on Saturday, November 05, 2016. Beloved husband of Anne for almost 44 years, father to Melanie (Scott) Dafoe, Dion (Tamara) Veeneman, Anneka (Ross) Chambers and proud Opa to Kyle, Jessica, Lucas & Alexandra Veeneman, Caleb & soon to be brother/sister Chambers. Baby brother to Judith Vanderheide and Gary Veeneman, brother in law to Evelyn Veeneman, Connie Heinhuis, John & Darlene Pippel, Gil & Susan Pippel, Herb & Joanne Pippel, Mary & Brian Kok, Marg & Stan Speerstra Will also be dearly missed by his many nieces and nephews a large extended family, many friends and co-workers. His children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews will fondly remember all the times he spent with them on the lake patiently driving the boat so they could learn to water-ski and tube, and baiting endless fishing poles so they could catch a fish off the dock, tasks that he delighted in. Bill will be remembered for his love of God, his family, his calm, easy going nature, his love of golf and fishing and mostly for the way in which he shared of himself and all that he had with his extended family and friends. His prayer and concern for all was that they could face the future with as much confidence and trust as he himself had for an eternity with God. To all who knew him and loved him what he would want for each of you is to remember to live each day fully, in good times and bad, and to always be thankful for the many blessings in your lives. Visitation will be held at REHOBOTH CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH, 130 Scugog Street, on Friday November 11th from 2 - 4 & 7 - 9 pm. A Funeral Service will be held at REHOBOTH CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH, on Saturday November 12th at 2 pm. Memorial Donations may be made to World Renew. Arrangements entrusted to NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME, 53 Division Street Bowmanville. www.nothcuttelliott.com Fear the Lord, you His holy people, for those who fear Him lack nothing. ~Psalm 34:9 The Oakville Beaver would like to express sincere and heart-felt condolences to those who have lost their loved ones.