(Veteran WW II. Retired from Canadian National Rail and the Ford Motor Company)
Peacefully, on Thursday, November 10, 2016 at the Ross Memorial Hospital in Lindsay, at age 92. Donald Farquharson, beloved husband of the late Violet (nee Crocker). Loved father of Jim (Maureen), Debbie McClure (Barry) and Mary Gardner (Dave). Devoted grandfather of Jennifer (Greg), Jacquie, Bryan (Chisato), Trevor (Erin), Emily (Tyler), Kevin and Beverly and great grandfather of Shanna, Emma, Arianna, Hiyori and Ella.
The family of Donald Farquharson will receive friends at the Thorne Funeral Home, 98 River Street in Sunderland (705-357-3144) on Monday, November 14th from 1 – 3 p.m. and then at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street South in Bolton (905-857-2213) on Tuesday, November 15th from 1 – 3 p.m.
Followed by interment at Laurel Hill Cemetery, Bolton.
If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the charity of your choice.
Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.thornefuneralhome.ca or at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Murray and Muriel Burnett
Jim, Maureen and family,
I regret that we cannot be there in person to offer our condolences.
We know the Sunderland/Lindsay area well. In fact our Dawn was born at Ross Memorial, when Murray worked at the bank in Lindsay.
We loved seeing your father come to Belwood church with you, and watch proudly as you sang in the choir Jim. These loving memories, are what get us threw these times.
Helen & Greg Manion
Jim and family We are sadden by the passing of Don. Always enjoyed talking to him and when he and Vi would stop by our house to see what changes we had made . He will be missed
Steve & Candy Derbyshire
Extending our deepest condolences at the passing of your Dad! Cherish your memories as they will help you through this difficult time.
Fay McCrea
Dear Mary, Dave and family:
How sad your Dad passed away the day before Remembrance Day. I always remember you telling me that although he was a veteran, Ford Motor Co. would not give him Nov. 11th off to march or attend the Remembrance Day service on Nov. 11th. I always thought that was so sad. Please accept my sincerest condolences for your loss!
Fay McCrea
Christine Taylor
Jim, Maureen and family: So sorry to hear of the passing of Jim’s Dad. 92 years is amazing and will leave your family with many wonderful memories to cherish. Sincere sympathy. Chris Taylor
carol moffatt
Brian & I are so sorry for your loss God Bless
Sincerely Brian and Carol Moffatt
Ken Bancroft
Our condolences. You are in our prayers.
Ken and Gloria Bancroft
Helen Pickett Tedford
Our sincere condolences on the loss of Don. We lived next door to the Farquharson’s on Martha Crescent. There were many laughs shared over the fence and in fact the first time Theresa and I rode on a streetcar was with Vi, Debbie and Mary Jane on an outing to Toronto to Palmerston Avenue. Don always had a big smile on his face and was always happy to see you. Let your memories of him surround you at this difficult time. He will be missed!
The Pickett Family
Angela Schwarz
May the memories of your loved one… of happy times, joyful smiles, of hearty laughter and caring words
Help you through this sorrowful time.
I knew Don and his wife Vi while attending Bolton United Church
Angela Schwarz
Marie Janssens
Ray and I are very sad to hear of the passing on of your dear father. Condolences to your family. Don and Vi were the best of friends with my parents Bill and Aileen. I have many wonderful memories of our parents and all the celebrations and events they attended.
Sincerely, Ray & Marie
Nancy Adams
Jim, Debbie, Mary and family, Susan and I would like to offer our deepest sympathy on the passing of Uncle Don. I will
always remember the love shown me by your Mom and Dad when I first came to Ontario. Unfortunately, we are
unable to be with the family tomorrow as we had hoped. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Love Nancy
Connie Vanstone
To All The Farquharson Family,
My sincere sympathy on Don’s passing. Don and Vi were great neighbors for 14 years, lots of fun and laughs.
Connie
David Munro
Dear Mary &Dave &Family
I just learned of the passing of your Dad , Vicky and my memories of Vi and Don go way back to the early days of coming to Bolton , Vi as the ever ready baby sitter of our children,who are now all grown up .
And Don from our days on Bolton Ambulance together .
Both wonderful people .
Dave & Vicky Munro
JOHN&VERNA TRAYNOR
Sorry to here the passing of Don our prayers are with all the family
Marg Pilson
Sorry to have lost another of out Veterans, I used to work with Vi at IGA, I was always “her Charlie”. As friends over the years, we would meet up with them at Sunnibrook during treatment time. My sincere condolences to all.
Marg Pilson
Julia Dearing-Vollett, Peter, Adam and Nicole
Remembering Uncle Don as a kind soul with a jovial laugh, and pride in his family. I will also remember his thoughtful toasts at various family events with his voice that filled the room. Alison and I enjoyed visiting Aunt Vi and Uncle Don in Bolton – particularly when Uncle Don invited us to swim. I am sorry to hear of his passing one day before Remembrance Day. I will never forget the stories about his service to keep peace for our Country. Indeed, he was on my mind as I participated in the Remembrance Day observances at Nicole’s school, before I heard from Mom (Queenie) that he had passed. I will always keep Aunt Vi and Uncle Don in my heart. Sending you all my love.
Julia
John and Debbie Adams
John and I would like to offer our deepest sympathy. Uncle Don had a strong patriotism and was an inspiration to us. You will have wonderful memories that will sustain you at this time, and bring you comfort in the days to come.
I think Uncle Don felt it was time to reunite with Aunt Vi and spend this Remembrance Day with fellow veterans that had gone on before.
We are so sorry that we could not be with you today. John had to go to the hospital at 3:30 this morning and was back for an ultra sound and tests at 8:00 this morning. He is still there as I write this.
Our love to all.
Jennifer Law
Jim and Mary,
You may or may not remember me – Jennifer Smith from King St W. You taught me how to swim at Dicks Dam Jim and I booked a trip for you Mary when I worked in the travel agency in Bolton.
I am so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Although I did not know your dad I certainly remember you both and your mom when she worked at the IGA and what a wonderful family the Farquharson’s are. I hope the love and memories that you have will take you through this sad time.
Jennifer Law (nee Smith)
Jean Stubbs Mullin
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Kathleen Maxwell
Mrs. Gardner, our condolences to you and your family on the passing of your father. Kathleen and Brendan Maxwell
Don Robb
Jim and Maureen….so sorry to have missed the celebration of life for your Dad. He was a real gentleman. He loved telling stories at the legion. You always felt better after you met him! He always seemed positive and interested in what you were doing. He had a wonderful personality that was always upbeat – Our deepest condolences to you and your family. It was nice to know he had a chance to see his ever growing family – I know he will be missed. Love and Hugs
Don Robb and Bernadette
Barrie and Kate Linday
Jim, Maureen, and family: We were saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you at this time and in the coming days. Barrie and Kate Lindsay
Andrea Gormick
Jim, Debbie and Mary. Madeline and I send you our sincere condolences on the passing of your Dad. Many, many happy Bolton memories.
Andrea Gormick
Darcy Hilliard Franke
Very sorry for the loss of Mr Farquharson. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Glen Hutchinson
On behalf of the Hutchinson family pls accept our condolences on the passing of Mr Farquharson
Ruth McMullan-Campbell
Jim, Debbie, Mary and families,
Our thoughts & sympathy are with all of you at this time. Please cherish all of your memories of your Dad as these thoughts will help you through the hard times.
Ruth McMullan-Campbell & Phyllis McMullan