Peacefully in his sleep at Post Inn Village, Oakville, after a 15 year battle with heart disease. Beloved husband of Pat (Best) for 48 years. Loving father of Sheri (Jamie Stokes) and Brian. Proud grandfather of Zack, Tanner and Ethan. Dear brother of Ted (Joyce) and Len (Lenny). Special thanks to the exceptional staff of Post Inn Village (second floor) for their care. Cremation has taken place. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Children's Wish Foundation would be greatly appreciated by the family. A private family service was held on Saturday March 21, 2009 at Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, Oakville.