Peacefully, surrounded by his family, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter, on Tuesday, February 28, 2012, Grant McGregor, of Hensall, passed away in his 77th year. Beloved husband and best friend of Gladys (Baker) McGregor. Dear father of Christine Bruxer, Robert and Elizabeth McGregor and David and Gerry McGregor. Cherished grandpa of Jacob and Jenny Bruxer, Lucas Bruxer and Ani, Nicholas Bruxer and Chelsea, Ashley Bruxer, Daniel Bruxer, Amanda McGregor and Grant McGregor. Special great-grandpa of his pride and joy Henry Robert Bruxer. Loved and missed by Ken and Bonnie, Billy Mclver and Bob and Nancy Campbell and family. Also survived by his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Greta Baker, Bill and Marg Baker, Janice Baker, Betty Grenier, Irene Tyndall, Bill Brown, Dorothy Baker, Wanda Wilson, Betty Eghoetz and his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Bob and Marion “Babe” (Chapman) McGregor, 1 sister Ila Mae and 2 brothers Jim and Raye, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Murray Baker, John Baker, Alphonse Grenier, Bruce Tyndall, Clara Brown, Meade Baker, Adam Wilson, Bob and Lillian Baker, Bruce and Bridget Baker, Austin Baker and Glenn and Arnetta Baker.
Visitation on Thursday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. in the Hensall Visitation Chapel of the J. M. McBeath Funeral Home, 79 King St. Hensall. The funeral service will be conducted on Friday March 2, 2012 at 11 a.m. in St. Andrew’s United Church Kippen with visiting 1 hour prior to service time. Rev. Pirie Mitchell officiating. Cremation with interment Hensall Union Cemetery.
In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to South Huron Hospital, Kidney Foundation, Cystic Fibrosis or a charity of one’s choice.
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Condolence From: BILL & DONNA BISHOP
DEAR GLADYS AND FAMILY SORRY IT HAS TAKEN SO LONG TO SEND OUR CONDOLENCES. WE WERE VERY SAD TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF GRANT. HE WAS A VERY NICE GUY, GREAT FAMILY MAN AND ALWAYS HAD A SMILE ON HIS FACE. HOPE EVERYONE IS DOING WELL AND TAKE CARE.
Condolence From: Arlene [Chipchase] Styles
Glady – so sorry to hear of Grant’s passing – thoughts & prayers with you & the family – Arlene
Condolence From: Peter and Carolyn Mathonia
Our condolances go out to Gladys and family. I met Grant about ten years ago in his pumpkin patch. I have been addicted to growing ever since thanks to the help of Grant’s wisdom. Always enjoyed chatting with him. Every year I name my pumpkin. This year it will be named after a great man. “BIG GRANT”
Condolence From: Jack and Isabelle Moore
Dear Gladys and family: Jack and I wish to express our deepest sympathy. Grant was a life long friend of mine. Our family and Grant’s family celebrated many birthdays with Babe’s strawberries and Harry and Renas ice cream. We have lots of good memories of Grant.
Condolence From: Giant Vegetable Growers of Ontario
All of us here at the GVGO pass on our thoughts to the family at this time. Grant was well known by the growers for many years at the Port Elgin Weigh Off and will be sadly missed.
Kirk Chenier – President
Condolence From: Jane & Phil Hunt
We are so sorry to hear of Grant’s passing. We had the chance to meet Grant a couple times at weigh offs. When I think of Grant, his giant pumpkins & World Record long gourd comes to mind. He will be sadly missed by us & many of the growers of the GVGO. I Our thoughts & prayers go out to Gladys & family.
Condolence From: Mike / Agnes Hallahan
Sorry to hear of Grant’s passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Grant enjoyed life!
Condolence From: Glenn, Caroline, Malcolm and Anna Peterson
Dear Ken and Bonnie and family: So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Condolence From: Michael Broadfoot
Dear Glady, Chrissie, Robert, David and Gerry,
I am very sorry to hear of Grant’s passing. I have many fond memories of times spent out at the farm when we were kids.
Thinking of you all today.
With sincere sympathy,
Mike
Condolence From: George, Jane, Danica & Randy Zwep
Dear Rob, Liz and the McGregor Family: So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Treasure the memories!!
Condolence From: Jessie Shanks & Family
To Gladys and Family So sorry to hear of Grant’s passing he will be sadly missed by all who knew him, he was a great man and may you hold your memories close during this difficult time..
Condolence From: Bridget and Mike Fagan and Family
Are hearts are with you during this sad time. We are all thinking of you and send you are love. Uncle Grand will always be remembered in our hearts and prayers.
Condolence From: Pat & Bryan
Gladys & Family, we are sorry to hear about the loss of Grant, we will miss the nice chats we always had on the front porch. Pat & Bryan
Condolence From: Cathy Glavin
Dear Rob and Elizabeth, We were so saddened to hear that your Dad has passed away Rob, thanks for letting us know. I know that you will have fond memories to treasure, sounds like he was a wonderful man. May you find peace in knowing that he is now in a better place. We were unable to attend the visitation so please accept our sincere condolences to you and to the rest of your family. Love Cathy, Trevor and kids
Condolence From: Barron J. Purser
Sincere condolences to The McGregor Family. I was very sorry to hear of Grant’s death. Enjoyed my time , working with him at Sifto Mine. He was a “good guy”!!!. We are lucky to have four of his birdhouses, to remembe him by.
Condolence From: Dave Rounds
My thoughts are with the family at this time. Call if you need anything.
Condolence From: Candice & Caleb McLeod
Our deepest condolences to the whole family. Grant was a great man we met while he would sit at his son’s through the summers since we moved here. Going to miss hearing how his pumpkin patch is doing, and taking the girls to see the Great Pumpkin he always grew each year. It was wonderful to know him. When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. Treasure your memories. May you find strength, in the love of family, and in the warm embrace of friends.
Condolence From: Jim and Janice Preszcator
GLADYS AND FAMILY; Our deepest sympathy to you on Grant’s passing/ Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Don’t be saddened by your loss, but be at peace knowing that you were loved by one whose time had come to move on. Jim and Janice
Condolence From: LIz Campbell
Gladys & Family My deepest sympathy on your loss of Grant. We will miss his pumpkin stories here at Thompsons. May you find comfort in all your good memories of him. Sincerely Liz
Condolence From: Bill & Pat Chipchase
Gladys and Family: It is with fond memories that we remember Grant. Bill remembers his interest in sports and his great enthusiasm for the local kids. We are away and will not be at Grant’s visitation, however our thoughts are with you.
Condolence From: Alexene, Mark, Sean & Jack Cornelius
Dear Gladys and family, We were so very sorry to hear of Grant’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time.
Condolence From: Bob and Betty Beuttenmiller
Dear Gladys and family, We were sorry to read of Grant’s passing. May the Lord send His holy comfort to keep you at this time. We are heading south today and hoping to get in the sunshine and golf.
Condolence From: John & Anne Tasker
We wish to extend to you the family of Grant, our deepest sympathy.May the Lord be your comfort and strenght now and in the days ahead. Sincerely John & Anne(Annen)Tasker & Michael Annen
Condolence From: Gerald Smith
A long friendship which started at SS# 2 Tuckersmith Public School on the “second” of Tuckersmith. Sylvia & I send our sincere condolences to the family.
Condolence From: Nancy Denys
My thoughts a prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. Grant will be missed by so many, he was always there for others, to help, or just to visit, telling stories and always smiling. All his beautiful bird houses and wooden models are wonderful reminders of a special man.
Condolence From: Evie Huston
Thanks so much for the memories and especially for being my friend Hit them long and straight in heaven. Gonna miss you lots.
Condolence From: Greg & Brenda Dayman
Gladys & Family…….Sorry to hear of Grant’s passing…Sure enjoyed our Shuffle Board games with you’s!! May your memories bring you comfort in the days to follow. Sincerely, Greg & Brenda
Condolence From: Roger & Vicky Morrison
Gladys & Family, In this time of sadness know that each and everyone of you are in our hearts and prayers. I have so many wonderful memories of Grant and our many family adventures that will remain with me always. Love Vicky and Roger
Condolence From: Bill and Shirley Dymond
To my sweet Aunt Gladys and cousins: please accept Bill’s, myself and all of our family’s sincerest sympathies. Uncle Grant will never be forgotten. We love you.
Condolence From: Carole & Al Preece
Dear Gladys and family, Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.Always enjoyed Grant’s company on the golf course. May he rest in peace. Sincerely Al & Carole Preece
Condolence From: Jim and Mary Lou Hyde
Gladys and family: You know our thoughts are with each of you at this difficult time. May you find some comfort in knowing Grant is now free of pain and resting in the hands of God. We are sorry we are out of country, but you may be sure that our thoughts are with you. Jim and Mary Lou Hyde
Condolence From: Julia and Trevor Truemner
Gladys and family, we are so sorry to hear of Grant’s passing. He was a great character and we enjoyed having you as backyard neighbours. Our thoughts are with you. Julia and Trevor Truemner
Condolence From: Kathy DaSilva
We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Kathy, Kasie and Kyle
Condolence From: Dorothy Baker and Family
Glady and family Sorry for your loss. We have you in our thoughts. Dorothy and family
Condolence From: Matt Klaver and Dawn Bates Klaver
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Gladys and family. I know we share some fond memories of our pumpkin growing days with Grant. He will be missed.
Condolence From: Evelyn Steckle Vincent
Gladys, Christine and the entire family, Sincere sympathy in your great loss. Grant will be remembered by many and will be missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers Miss our chats at EPS Christine.
Condolence From: Dianne Gerstenkorn Weber
Gladys and family and the Baker families. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Remember all the good times and Grant will live on in your hearts forever. Dianne Gerstenkorn Weber
Condolence From: Rick & Barb Ingram and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.Grant was a very talented woodworking man and we will always have fond memories of him with his talent of making his beautiful bird houses. God Bless all of you.
Condolence From: Steve & Tracey Eckert and family
Thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Condolence From: Amy Burdge
As a past neighbour to Grant and Gladys, I send my sincere condolences. My children will miss his giant pumpkin creations at Halloween.