Passed away peacefully at The Orchards Retirement Residence in Vineland on Sunday October 15th 2017 at the age of 85. Beloved husband of Shirley for 60 years. Cherished father of Jane (Mark) and David (Julie). Adored grandfather of Cassandra, Sam, Evan, and Paige. Predeceased by his granddaughter Caitlin. A special thank you to the caring staff at The Orchard for their wonderful care. Visitation will take place at SMITH’S FUNERAL HOME, 485 Brant Street, BURLINGTON (905-632-3333), on Thursday, October 19, 2017 from 7-9 p.m. Service of Remembrance will be held at SMITH’S FUNERAL HOME, 485 Brant Street, BURLINGTON (905-632-3333), on Friday, October 20 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation Paediatric Unit would be greatly appreciated.