August 22, 1944 ~ May 21, 2021
It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of C. Ward Hargreaves, our beloved husband, father and poppa.
Ward is survived by his loving wife of 51 years Judy (Merrett); his daughter, Kori, son-in-law Mike Guglietti; his son, Kyle, daughter-in-law Renée Francis. He was the very proud Poppa of Tyler, Breanna, and Marcus Guglietti. He is loved by his two sisters-in-law Norma Hargreaves (Kingston, Ont.) and Sabrina Merrett (London, Ont.). Ward was loved by his many nieces and nephews. Ward was predeceased by his adoring parents Gordon and Violet (nee McCullough) Hargreaves, his loving brother Doug Hargreaves and brother-in-law Paul Merrett.
Ward was born in Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., where he began his banking career. He moved to Bolton in 1975 to open the Toronto Dominion Bank in the Bolton Country Market where he helped to build the Bolton community to where it is today.
He will be fondly remembered for his infectious laugh, wonderful sense of humour and caring heart; he was literally a huge teddy bear.
Our hearts are broken and anyone who had the pleasure to know him would understand what a loss this is; we will be forever sad.
Private funeral service will be held in the chapel of the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S., Bolton (905-857-2213) on Wednesday morning, May 26 at 11 o’clock.
Donations in Ward’s memory can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Liza De sousa
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family May his soul rest in paradise
Bill and Kerri Leslie
Bill and I are so sorry to hear of Wards passing. We will always remember him from his walks with his little buddy Scruggsy. May he rest in peace.
Kristy Micallef
I loved your Father Kor! From the minute we met at your 40th!! He will be missed. Thoughts and prayers are you with all. Stay strong my friend… just like he was
Lauren Bond
My sincere condolences to Kyle and family! I am saddened to hear the news of your dads passing. I grew to know Mr. Hargreaves and Kyle while working at Hunters Glen golf course when he would be working on the greens. I will always remember him for his big personality and heart of gold. I know the feeling of the loss of a parent, and there is no heartache as big. Cherish the memories! May he RIP
Dan Carmichael
Our deepest condolences to Judy and the entire family of our dear friend Ward. I have been blessed to have had the Hargreaves family and especially Ward involved in my life since high school. The time spent with them has been wonderful and fulfilling. When I think of Ward I will have tears for awhile but then I will always have a smile.
He could always get me laughing.
Love you all.
Sincerely Dan & Judy
Cliff and Tamara Francis
Rest In Peace Ward. It was an honour for us to know you. Our deepest condolences Judy, Kori and Kyle. It’s never easy to lose a loved one. Know that we will hold you all in our thoughts and prayers in this difficult time. Ward, may the road rise up to greet you. Rest in the arms of our Lord.
CARMEN WOODBURN
Judy and family, so sorry to learn of Ward’s passing. I always enjoyed talking to him and he always had good advice when asked. You will hold close many fond memories I am sure.
Carmen
Vicki Hargreaves
My Uncle Ward has been a beloved centre of our family’s life for all these years. A huge, joyful personality, an exacting intellect, compassionate uncle, brother and friend to my father, a storyteller and the keeper of family stories for us all. Aunt Judy and Uncle Ward have been my friends, my sounding board, my advocates. Uncle Ward will be missed beyond what is possible to write here. We love you Uncle Ward, Aunt Judy, Kori and Kyle. Deepest, deepest condolences.
Mary Killeen
My thoughts and prayers are with you
Sincerely Mary Killeen
Cam Lindsey
Judy, Kori, Kyle and all of the family…So sorry to hear of Ward’s passing. I will miss his friendly banter. Ward went out of his way to get to know you, poke fun at situations and see the good in people. The Green Bay Packers have a new cheerleader in Heaven. Condolences to all.
Bill Kirby
Judy I was saddened to learn of Wards’ passing, he was a great guy who no doubt will be missed by all who knew him. Considering what has occurred over the last few weeks I sincerely wish for better times ahead for you and your family. My condolences to all.
Teresa Indellicato
Sincere Condolences to Judy and family, may he Rest In Peace
Howard and Sharon Venning
Judy and family
Our deepest condolences to you and the family at this difficult time. Stay strong and may all your memories help you through.
Barry and Judy Watkins
Judy we’ll sure miss his humour wit banjo picking and ready smile our thoughts are certainly with you and the family
Barry and Judy Watkins
So sorry Judy to hear of Ward’s passing Please pass on our condolences to the rest of the family We will miss his smile wit humour and cheery disposition He was a wonderful man
Donna hall
Dearest Judy,
I am absolutely stunned at the passing of your dear Ward. Howard just passed in January and recently I have been thinking of calling you…… my sincere condolences to all your family.
would love to hear from you, Possibly when things settle down . You are in my thoughts and prayers,
Lovingly, Donna hall 416-690-7579
Ken Graham
Judy, Kori and Kyle
I am very sorry to hear the sad news about Ward. You couldn’t meet a nicer man or a nicer family. I have fond memories of your parent volunteer help at Ellwood Memorial P.S. You were always so cheerful and supportive of all the students.
Bob Moore
My sincere condolences to Ward’s family. I don’t know you but here’s a respectful reminiscence of Ward. I attended SCI and played basketball with him. In 1961 we represented our school in Galt Ontario with his brother Doug coaching us. When we entered the gym with Ward to play the championship game, the opposition literally gasped at our centre’s height. Nonetheless they killed us in that game. But to compensate for this humiliation, the car trip down and back was so memorable for all of our team, as it was led by Ward’s wonderful humour. It remains a trip I still recall whenever the 6O’s best music is played. He was truly a gentle giant and so respected at Sault Collegiate. One Friday night at a gym dance after a game, Ward introduced the newest dance to all the kids in the crowd, the “Twist”. He brought it North. You see, everyone of us make an impact on so many, an impact that family may never know. I wanted all of you to know he impacted my young life tremendously. I’m truly saddened for your loss. Bob Moore
Janet McCormack
Judy and family…so sorry to hear this news…Ward always made me laugh when he would call Milans office…he would say…”is Mr Happy there”!
Certainly a character! So very sorry for your loss…my condolences to you all.
Laura Carter
Judy,kori,Kyle…..words cannot express my sadness. A great man,and,father and grandfather. Stay strong
Laura Carter and Loreen Shunk
So terribly sorry for your loss. Ward was everything a man should be. Finest of the fine. Our deepest condolences
Theresa Gregory
My sincere condolences to Judy and family on Ward’s passing. May he Rest In Peace.
Steve & Jane Holler (Andrew & Amanda)
Judy, Kori and Kyle
So very sorry to hear about Ward.
Though we have not kept in touch – we have thought of him so fondly when we bring up our karting experiences. His strong quiet demeanor – coupled with his dry humour still makes us smile. We were very fortunate to have known him and your family. We are truly sorry for your loss…….
Brenda Furtado
Kori and family
We are so sorry for your loss.
Your in our thoughts and prayers
Sincerely
The Furtado’s & The fuller family
Suzanne Ringer
Sincere condolences to Judy,Kori,Kyle and family. What a wonderful man. Bolton community was proud and fortunate to have him as our 1st manager of Toronto Dominion Bank. He will be sadly missed and never forgotten by all that knew him. Suzanne and Brad Ringer
John Miner
Judy and Family,
Our condolences to you and your family. I travelled with Ward for 4 years to downtown Toronto. He always got our group of 4 guys into laughter and joking around and made the trip down and back go very fast. He will certainly be missed.
Mona Borneman
Judy, Kori and Kyle- I send my sincere condolences to you and your extended family. I did not know Ward well but through many conversations with Michael I be came to know him as a wonderful family man with a great sense of humour. You will miss him forever but
please know that he will always be with you, guiding and protecting you. Heaven has welcomed another beloved Angel.
David E Coutts
Judi, Kori, Kyle. and Ward’s extended family.
It was with profound sorrow that we received the news of Ward’s sudden passing, I enjoyed so much my “little” cousin on the all too few times, due at times to distance and then to busy professional and family lives, that we were able to get together. From early years he always seemed to be my “big” cousin. This was not just due to his size, which was impressive all right, but more so to the fullness of life and laughter and just plain kind huge presence he always presented.
Although he was my younger cousin, he would grant me no seniority, give me no unearned respect, and I enjoyed his humorous digs immensely. I tried to match his wit but there was really just no matching Ward’s humor nor his kindness.
We had really hoped post covid, that we could once again see Judy and Ward, unfortunately that will now not occur. I really needed after all this social; distancing, to have some one make fun of me again, like only he could. My five kids, who all remember him, and my two sisters and cousin Priscilla Sargent all express their own sympathies through me. to you all. Peace to you my cuz, you are family, and I give you the last word, even though we may not hear you. I am sure you are laughing.
Anna Petrole
Deepest Condolences to Judy and family. I worked for Mr Hargreaves at the TD Richview Square branch for many years. It was a wonderful time.
Joanne Courneya
Judy, Kori and Kyle so sorry to hear about Wards passing. My deepest sympathy to you all. He will be
With you always.
Gay Littlefield Gartshore
As friends from your past, our hearts go out to you, Judy. To lose both your brother and husband in a short amount of time is incredibly heartbreaking. So glad that you had so many good years together; hopefully your children and grandchildren will help to ease your sorrow. Just know we are thinking of you, Rick and Gay Gartshore
Bob Leask
Judy and family. Having known Ward from age 4, I treasure the opportunity I had to visit with him just before Covid. We shared many memories of sports, school and many friends. Rest In Peace big guy.
Barbara Mcnulty
Sincerest condolences to Judy –as the Irish say “he was a lovely man”. My deceased husband very much enjoyed Ward’s company and both were very proud of their association with the Toronto Dominion Bank. Ward will be missed by many. God bless him. Barbara McNulty
Milan Kacer
On behalf of my wife Linda and myself, I would like to extend our deepest condolences to Judy, Kori, Kyle and their families. I have known Ward for more than 40 years. I have so many wonderful memories…the many Christmas’s and Thanksgivings we spent together….the weekly basketball games at Ellwood Public School when we were still agile enough to play…the fun we had going to the movies just to hear Ward laugh…our weekly lunch meetings where we would analyze every recent football and basketball game, as well as try and solve all the world’s problems. I loved Ward like the brother I never had. He was my best friend. Linda and I will miss him very much.
Pattie Lovett-Reid
Mr.Hargreaves as he was known to me, was my mentor, coach, manager and friend. He taught me how to be resilient, respectful, how to be tough yet kind at the same time. And so much more.
I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. He was a great man who was never confused about what mattered to him the most in the whole world -his family.
He will be missed so much and yet I know the great memories you have of him will live forever.
He has left behind a wonderful legacy.
Pattie Lovett-Reid
Sandra Carli-Cianfarani
Dear Kori, Mike, Tyler, Breanna and Marcus,
Armando and I were so very sorry to hear of your beloved father, father-in-law and poppa’s passing. He will always be in your hearts, and memories of him will bring tears to your eyes, but they will also bring smiles to your lips. From all I’ve heard he was a wonderful man, and I’m sure has already received his Angel Wings. Kori please give our condolences to your mom and brother.
It’s hard to lose someone you love, one who’s been such a special part of your life…and your world. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Armando and Sas
Paul Logan
Very sorry to hear of Ward’s passing. I was an early friend of Ward’s before we even went to school living across the street from him on Coulson Avenue. My deepest sympathy to all his family.
Darcy Hilliard Franke
My heart is filled with sadness but also some great memories. As a teenager you trusted me to watch your children. As a young adult, you gave me a chance to be a part of the TD Bank team for 10 years. You will be missed but always remembered. We were quite the team. You the big guy, me the little one. All my love to Judy, Kori & Kyle & families.
Marlene roy
Our thoughts and prayers. The Roy family
Jamie & Julia Reid
Our sincerest condolences to Judy, Kori, Kyle, and to the whole family. He was always so friendly when he came to visit Kyle in Kingston, and would generously take some of us out shopping or to the A&W. He and Judy generously hosted me one Thanksgiving, and I learned of his interest in the U.S. Civil War, his tales of the Soo, and his pride in community and family. I know he will be missed by all who knew him.
Louise & Tony Di Caro
We are so very sad to hear of the passing of Mr. Hargreaves . Please accept our deepest condolences Judy and family. I worked for Mr. Hargreaves in the 80’s. He was my manager at Richview. We were like a family. He got to know the people that worked for him and their significant others. He was a respectful and decent human being. We always remembered him with love and admiration. R. I. P. Mr. H.
Baldassarra Family
Our sincere condolences to you and your family Kori May he Rest In Peace
Colleen Chapman
I’m so sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family.
Michele Genge
Dear Judy, Kyle, Kori and families. It is with great sadness that we am sending you our condolences. Beth and I will remember Ward for his generosity of spirit, kindness and love of life. He touched my life is such a positive way from the first moment I met him, as he did with all he knew. He possessed the innate ability to let his inner light shine, unabashed and enthusiastically for all to share. His essence was a gift of beneficence.
Michele Genge and Elizabeth
Melody Field
Judy, Kori , Kyle and the rest of your family, my deepest sympathies to you all. With “Uncle “ Ward’s passing I don’t have the words to express how sadden I am. He was a fun loving, kind and all round wonderful person with a big heart. He had a killer sense of humour and he made me laugh all the time. He will be missed by many, including me. Take care. Melody
Patti, Corey, Abby and Kenzie Gorr
We are so saddened to hear of your family’s sudden loss, made even more difficult during these challenging COVID times. While we never had the pleasure of meeting Ward ourselves, we just know we would have loved him, as we have come to love Kyle since he’s joined the Francis clan. We are wrapping our arms around you virtually and sending lots of love your way.
Lui Inglese
I had the pleasure of spending weekends a long time ago at the go-kart track with this true gentleman. An experience I will never forget. I would like to give my condolences to the whole Hargreaves family. RIP Ward.
Lisa Graham
Our sincere condolences to the entire Family. So sorry for your loss.
Lisa Graham & Quinn Scott
Joe and Charline Guglietti
We thank you for the opportunity of joining in on the wonderful ceremony. Kori and Kyle’s tributes to their father were beautiful and did their father’s memory proud. He will be missed by all who knew him. May he rest in eternal peace.
Liz Roesler
Dear Judy, Kori and Kyle and family,
We would like to extend our sincerest condolences on Ward’s passing. Our memories of Ward are when your family visited the cottage on Bobs Lake. He had a great sense of humour and a very infectious laugh. His demeanour was always kind, respectful and welcoming, with a bit of teasing on the side. Please share your experiences and memories of Ward.
Sincerely,
Dorothy Genge, Jan Genge, Liz and Ralph Roesler and families
Gina Arduini
Kori, Mike, Tyler, Breanna and Marcus,
Sending all our love and strength to you and to Judy and Kyle during these most difficult days. Keep all the great memories of your Dad alive … we are certain there are many. May you rest peacefully now Ward .
Massimo, Gina, Alexandra and David Arduini
Leonard Mines
Judy and family please accept my sympathy on Ward’s passing my thoughts and prayers are with you. While these are difficult times I am sure as time goes on I am sure you will be able to look back on many favorable moments.
I recall the days Ward and I worked together at College and Spadina and we had many fun times.
Len
Rosemary Shoemaker
Our heartfelt condolence to you and your families,our prayers and thoughts are with you in this time of loss and sadness Rosemary and Robert Shoemaker
Mark Clearihue
Condolences from my wife Judy and I to the entire family.
Both of us worked together with Ward at various times at TD. He had an amazing sense of humour and a larger than life personality. He was a gentle man who cared about the people around him. His greatest joy was his family. May he Rest In Peace.
Val Parete
Condolences to you and your family
Vicki & Adrian Dalgleish
Our condolences to Judy and family during this difficult time.
I worked with Ward at the TD Bank in Bolton back in the early 80s. So many good memories of those times.
May he Rest in Peace.
Vicki & Adrian Dalgleish
Jenn & Derek Roy
Kori, Mike and family,
We are so saddened to learn of the loss of your dad and Poppa.
Sending you all lots of love during this time.
Wendy Cook
So sorry for your loss Linda, Kori and family. Years back at Weight Watchers Ward was the best cheerleader for everyone in the program. Such a big hearted gentleman.
Olga Giovanniello
Judy and family,
I share my deepest condolences with you. Mr. Hargreaves was my manager at TD Bank at Richview Square so many years ago. He will always be remembered as a vibrant, caring and good man who cherished his family. Over the years we have kept in touch with our annual Christmas card exchange and then follow up call or email. Throughout the years, he remained the same good man who had immense pride and love for his family. May his memory be eternal and bring you comfort.
Carmine and Theresa Cunti
Sending our heartfelt condolences.
Ann Marie and Joe Landolfi
Judy and Family
Sending our deepest condolences.Cherish the beautiful memories you created over the years.Rip Ward
Patricia Duffy
Judy – when I read the notice of Ward’s passing, I was saddened, of course – but then I smiled. I remembered our drives together to the Toronto Civil War Roundtable many, many years ago and how much fun he made them. He was witty, smart and a lovely man. My condolences on your tremendous loss.
Patrick Muise
Susan and I were very sorry to hear of Ward’s passing. We have always been grateful to him for arranging a small personal loan for us when we were young, had no resources to speak of and were trying to get settled in Bolton. Other bankers looked only at the bottom line, but Ward looked at the people involved.