Suddenly on Friday, April 22, 2011 in his 78th year. Loved husband of Clarine, dear father of John, Greg, and Steve (Caroline). Predeceased by his parents John and Margaret and his much loved Aunt Annie. Brother of Heather and Ron (Judi). Grandfather of Melissa, Jessica (Jamie), Jason and Scott. Great-grandfather to Austin. Uncle to Andrew, Dillon, Janice, Jason, Ryan, Nicole and the late Brian. Visitation will be held at the Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Road West (one block east of Kerr, 905-844-2600), Oakville on Thursday from 7-9 p.m. Private Family Service. Thank you to all medical personnel at the Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital who provided kindness and care over his many years of ill health and also a special thank you to Dr. Zayid. In lieu of flowers donations made to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.