Raymond Harold Huycke
Posted By Egan Funeral Home On June 11, 2017 @ 1:11 pm In Bolton Area,Obituaries | 29 Comments
Raymond Harold Huycke, in his 98th year, devoted husband of the late Evelyn Lucille Lutz, passed away peacefully at Southlake Hospital, Newmarket, on Friday June 9, 2017 surrounded by loved ones. Loving father of Bonnie (John) Mactaggart, Allan (Debra) Huycke and Carol (Robert) Lake. Wonderful grandfather of Heather (Warren) Patterson, Laurie (Dan) Kolb, Stephen Huycke, Adam (Vivian) Huycke, Jennifer Huycke, Sarah (Jason) Landry, Genna Nichol-Hammond, Kaitlynn Hoos and Nicola Lake. Proud great grandfather of Blake, Evan and Chantal Patterson, Victoria and Joseph Kolb, Grayson Landry and Eleanor Huycke.
Raymond faithfully served his family, community, and country. After enlisting with the Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment in 1939, he completed his training in Quebec City and England. Deep friendships were formed and strength of character developed as comrades battled the foe. Raymond rose through the ranks to Sergeant Major and with his Company he participated in the campaign to liberate Sicily and Italy. After his release from a German Prisoner of War camp at war’s end, he returned home to a civilian life but remained committed to his Regimental comrades, participating in Remembrance Services until 2015.
Upon retirement from the heating and air conditioning industry, he spent much of his time volunteering and was previously recognized as York Region’s Citizen of the Year. Raymond served his immediate and extended family and friends with integrity, dignity, and humour and he remains a hero in the hearts of all who shared in his life.
The family would like to thank Lynne, Kristin, Sean, Sandy, Claire, Nancy and Ek, Gino, Staff at Southlake Hospital, pharmacists Pat and Lucy of Nobleton Pharmasave, and numerous neighbours and friends for their care, support, and kindness.
The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S. (Hwy 50), Bolton (905-857-2213) on Monday evening 7 – 9 o’clock and Tuesday, June 13 from one o’clock until time of funeral service in the chapel at 2 o’clock. Interment Nobleton Community Cemetery. Followed by a reception at Nobleton United Church. In memory of Raymond, donations to Parkinson Canada, Sleeping Children around the World, or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
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Carol and Robert and Nicola and the entire family – May the Peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, be with you all at this time of your loss. May you be comforted with happy memories, with images of a smiling Father, who is now in the arms of Jesus, and holding the hand of your mom.
Bonnie, Alan and Carol;
Our deepest sympathies for you and your families at this time. Sending our Love and Prayers,
Charlene, Travis, Rochelle and Ryder Graveline
I will always remember Papa Huycke, you were an amazing man. All my love.
My condolences to all of the Huycke family in your time of loss.
Carol,
I’m so sorry to hear the loss of your father , you talked so highly of him , my thoughts are with you and your family. Hugs
My deepest sympathy and condolences go out to you Carol and Robert and to all your family. It was a pleasure to have known such a kind and gentle soul. May he rest in peace.
My sincere condolences to all the family and loved ones. I attended Nobleton United Church and knew both Mr Huycke and his lovely wife. May all the memories they made comfort you at this time. They are both together again❤️
Debbie and Allan
Our deepest sympathy, our thoughts are with you all. John and Joanne Hoos
John and Bonnie and family my sincere condolences for your loss Raymond was a pleasure to talk with and will be greatly missed
On behalf of Sean, myself, Justine and our family. We send our deepest condolences to you and your family
Dear Allan & Debbie & families,
Sincerest sympathies.
Your father sounded like a remarkable man, Allan, and he certainly raised a witty & wonderful son.
To his long and honourable life that affected so many in countless positive ways,
C.Sue & Ray
Our deepest sympathies to all of the Huycke family .
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Our deepest sympathies, Carol and Robert, your family is in our thoughts and in our prayers at this time.
Sally and Joe
Carol,
This note is for all your family, and all who loved and miss your Dad, but mostly it is for you! I am writing heart to heart from one Daddy’s girl to another!! You will know what I mean! I know how proud you have been to be Raymond’s daughter! I know you delighted in his character and actions, and he in yours! I recall wonderful email posts where you shared pride in how relavent and involved your father remained into his ripe old age! I have told others of his mastery of computer communication, and it cheered some of his vintage on!! I remember with gratitude that your Dad provided transportation for Jan, when she could not do it for herself! I know he carried himself with dignity,and placed her in dignity as well. Memories of your Mom and your Dad and a wonderful green lawn in Nobleton are warm and happy. You know where your Dad is, you know Who’s he is and you know this was God’s plan all along!
Daddy’s girls are special! We have been given special grace to go on and flourish! Talk soon! Love, Lynda xo
My deepest sympathies to the Huycke Family on the loss of their beloved father and grandfather, my thoughts are with you all at this sad time. May his dear soul rest in peace.
Karen Cilevitz – Councillor, Ward 5, Richmond Hill, Ontario
Carol, thinking of you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God Bless and guide you.
Allan, Debbie and the Huycke family, our deepest sympathy. Allan, your dad was certainly an example of a life well lived. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Dear Carol: my sympathies to you and your family. May his soul rest in pease in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
First of all please accept my sincere condolences, and apologies for not extending my respects in person. Although I didn’t know Sgt Maj Huycke well, I only met him on a couple of occasions, I did know him by reputation. My late father served with him in Sicily and Italy and he always spoke of your dad with the greatest respect as did all the WWII veterans of The Regiment who served with him. A man can receive no greater tribute than to command the respect of those who served with him in war. Again, my deepest sympathies to the Huycke family. Skip Simpson, Lieutenant Colonel (Retired), former Commanding Officer, The Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment.
Bonnie, I was sorry to hear of your father’s passing but my what a life he lead. You must have wonderful memories of your Dad. My thoughts are with you at this time of mourning.
Our condolence to the family
Thinking of you today.
Hope to see everyone soon.
Tom, Jenn and Robin
Carol and Robert,
Please know that we are holding you close in our hearts and keeping you in our prayers. Your dad was an incredible man and you have been blessed with many good memories. He and Evelyn are catching up now and rejoicing together!
Love your friends,
Mel and Paul
Our deepest sympathy
May memories of your father and grandfather bring you comfort
He was a wonderful neighbour,just a great person
To Bonnie, Dan and Laurie,
First our sincere condolences for the loss of your wonderful father and grandfather. After reading that wonderful obituary of Raymond, we will put him on our list of heroes of the greatest generation. The World is a better place because of people like Raymond. May God bless.
Ken and Christina Graham
Our condolences to the Huycke family and all those who loved Uncle Ray. I have such warm memories of both Uncle Ray and Aunt Evelyn from my childhood and younger days. Wishing you all comfort in the days ahead.
Warm regards,
Lisa Green Cerda and family.
To my Uncle Raymond Huycke’s family. I am very sorry to hear of his passing and very sorry I did not see his death announcement earlier than today (several months). Although I have not seen Uncle Raymond for many years, I did enjoy speaking to him on the phone for a brief period a few years back. Our family was not close however, I do remember fondly the time I had the opportunities to spend at your family cottage. So many fond memories of those times and how Uncle Raymond was so kind and caring to me and my family.
BONNIE AND JACK WE THINK IT IS AMAZING YOU WERE SO FORTUNATE TO HAVE YOUR FATHER FOR SO LONG IN YOUR FAMILYS LIFE ,WE WISH YOUR FAMILY THE BEST IN THIS TIME OF LOSS AND REMEMBER THE WONDERFUL TIMES YOU HAD TOGETHER.
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What an accomplished life your grandfather led, Adam! I can only imagine how proud you must be. Our condolences to you, Vivian, and your family.