Passed away peacefully at Albright Manor on Monday, January 1, 2018 in his 89th year. Predeceased by his beloved wife Gertrude in 1999. Loving father of Edith Penney (the late Wayne (2016)). and Ralph (Christine). Cherished grandfather of Dave, Kristy, Kimberly, Kevin and Andrew. Great-grandfather of Zander, Mason, Lauryn and Mackenzie. Dear brother of Ericka Rydell. Cremation has taken place and a private family burial will be held at a later date at Grimsby Mountain Cemetery.