Suddenly at LHSC – University Hospital, on Sunday, June 28, 2020, of Granton and formerly of Seaforth at the age of 59. Husband of Pam (deBoer) McPherson. #1 most proud dad of Vanessa and Sam Switzer of Lakeside, Sammy McPherson and Brad Siddall of London and Jenna McPherson at home. The coolest grandpa Jeff around to Weston, Levi, and Cole. Jeff will be missed by his many family, friends, co-workers, and customers. He will be remembered for never steering away from a challenge, his attention to detail and for mentoring and believing in those that needed it most.
A private family farewell ceremony will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, Lucan on Thursday, July 2nd.
If desired, donations to the future education of Jeff’s grandchildren would be appreciated by the family. Cheques may be made payable to “Vanessa Switzer”.
There’s a Handyman in Heaven
So there’s a handy man in heaven now,
Who built his life on dreams.
No tasks, no chores, no obstacles.
But loved the challenge of extremes
A caring, honest provider
That unselfishly gave his all,
A heart of gold and hands of steel
That responded to the call.
A Husband, a Dad, a Grandpa too,
That would help you to the end.
A reliable person of integrity
That all wanted and enjoyed as a friend.
There’s a handy man in Heaven now
Who’s fixing Heaven’s gate,
Oiling the hinges with pride and care,
So that they will open for all who wait
Ronald Hildebrand
Condolences to all Jeff’s family
Cam Holland
Just heard of Jeff’s passing moments ago shocked and disbelief. Nothing but fond memories from many years ago. My sincere condolences to Jeff’s wife and children sisters Heather and Tracy and brother Greg and their families
RUTH CUTLER
Hazel, Marilyn and Ruth Cutler
Heartfelt condolences to Jeff’s family. We have many memories of happier days. Jeff will be missed by us. Our thoughts are with Pam, Vanessa. Samantha and Jenna.
Peggy(Price)Hohner
So very sorry for the loss of this great man. Condolences to the family.
Sandi Bell-Henderson
I’m so deeply sorry to hear of Jeff’s journey ending. My condolences go out to all of you, you are all in my thoughts, my prayers and my heart
Patricia Spence
So very sad to learn of Jeff’s passing. I went all the way through school in Seaforth with Jeff, and happily remember his goofy smile and kind voice. He was a quiet young man, and always did his best at everything he attempted. Condolences to his family. He will be missed.
Darlene Dee Whitman
My condolences. I went to high school with Jeff. I remember the rules for the boys were different in Jeff’s house. No curfew for them. I was from 4 girls. I smiled when I saw Jeff had 3 girls… Dee Whitman
Liz Reid
Our deepest condolences to you all. So sorry to hear of Jeff’s passing. Liz and Bob Reid
Connie & Bill Devereaux & Family
Our deepest prayers and sympathy are with you all at this sad time.
Jim Vandersanden
Hello my name is Jim Vandersanden. I didn’t know Jeff that well at all, I only met him 6 days before he passed away. What I do know about our brief encounter/ conversation that day was that the Jeff I met was a nice and caring guy. Full of life! It will just go to show that no matter how brief our encounters are with others we can have an affect on everyone we meet. I will keep Jeff and your family in my prayers.
God Bless
Jim
Excel Pharmacy
Our Sincere Condolences
Nancy (Kunder) Malachowski
Heather, Greg, Tracy, Pam, Vanessa, Sammy, Jenna, and your families:
Please accept my sincere condolences. I was shocked and saddened to read of Jeff’s passing. Please know you are all in my thoughts at this extremely difficult time.
Donna Yancy
Vanessa and Sam,
I am so sorry to read about the passing of your Dad. My heart hurts for all of you. I must tell you that I still hold your dance with your Dad at your wedding as one of the greatest memories from wedding’s I have DJ’ed. Please hold on to all of the wonderful memories you have and your Dad’s spirit will live on within you and your beautiful son. I wish you much peace and comfort in the days ahead as you try to heal your broken heart. Sending you virtual hugs.
Ena de Haan
Dear Jenna whom I’ve met many yrs ago with Morgan,
Morgan’s Dad Bryan told me about your Dad Jenna and I along with many I’m sure was shocked!
Heartfelt Condolences girl, such a loss for many people!
Ena de Haan ( Tess’s mom)
Kim Cook
Pam and Family
We are so sorry for your loss.
Doug,Kim,Jesse and Kathryn Cook
Maureen Wildfong
I was so shocked and saddened to hear of Jeff’s passing. There are no words to help mend this sudden loss of a great guy gone way too soon. I will remember him in his soft spoken kind manner. Thinking of each and everyone at this very tough time in your lives, not just now but days and years to come. He will be missed and thought of often
Mary Elliott
I am very saddened to be told of Jeff’s sudden passing. We spent a lot of time around each other as children since the McPherson house was next door on our farm. My condolences to Jeff’s wife ,children, and grandchildren and to the McPherson family.
Bill and Christine Stewart
Our Condolences Pam and family, so sorry for you loss.
Doug Procter
My condolences to the whole McPherson family on the loss of Jeff. sad news indeed.
Ray and Nancy Boyle
We are saddened to hear of the loss of your dear Jeff. He will always be remembered to us as
‘Jeff the Trimmer’ , always a pleasure to work with. With our sincere condolences Ray and Nancy
Rene Parlee
I am so saddened and shocked to have heard this news. My heart goes out to all of you, I wish I could give you each a big hug. It’s been so many years since I’ve spent time with you all but I remember how much Jeff loved his family. He was so welcoming and talented and funny to everyone. My deepest condolences Pam, Vanessa, Sammy & Jenna
Graeme & Helen Craig
We were very saddened to read of Jeff’s death. He grew up beside the Elliott family farm at the edge of Seaforth. There are many memories . Jeff worked with his Dad on our house as well. Sincere Sympathy to your family and to Heather, Greg and Tracy and families. Graeme and Helen (Elliott) Craig & family
The Finkbeiners
Sorry for your loss. Thinking of your family at this time.
Chris & Lisa Finkbeiner and family
Marianne Donaldson
Dear Pam, Vanessa, Samantha, and Jenna,
Shocked and saddened to hear of Jeff’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all as you mourn your great loss.
Lots of love, Dale and Marianne Donaldson and family.
Ray and Linda McNichol
Our condolences to all of the Mcphersen family Taken far too young. Cherish the memories
Joanne Carter Caneron
My deepest condolences to the entire McPherson family. Memories never fade, they linger in our hearts forever. Hold on to these memories in the days ahead.
My memories of years ago was Scottish dancing with Tracy and Jeff and Greg playing the bagpipes. Xoxo
The Herberts
Pam, Vanessa, Sam, Jenna & Families
Our deepest condolences. We were so sad to hear of Jeff’s passing. He was one person you can always bet to have a smile of his face and wanting to take the time to catch up. Love Terry, John, and Elizabeth.
Scott and Emily
To the McPherson Family
It is with much sadness that we heard today of Jeff’s passing.
Emily has very many wonderful memories of being friends with all of the family who lived next door. We are happy to hear that Jeff became a skilled woodworker as we still have furniture that his Dad made for our wedding and there were few people who was as good as Hughie. Sympathy to the rest of the family . Wish we could be there for the service.
Scott and Emily(Elliott) LaRue.
Scott Denomy
Pam, Jenna and family, so sorry to hear of Jeff’s passing. I wish you strength during this difficult time.
Scott
Jenny DeCaluwe
Thinking of the entire family at this difficult time. My sympathy to all!
Such shocking and sad news. !
Jeff will always be with you. You will see signs !
So sad. So sorry. !!!
Jenny DeCaluwe
Wayne, Julie, Dylan & Emily Pryce
Pam, Vanessa, Sammy & Jenna & Families, The Entire McPherson Family
Thinking of all of you at this very sad time. One of the most skilled in his trade, following in his Dad’s steps, we will miss a good friend. Always a smile and always time to chat. Treasure those memories.
Diana Steep
So sorry to hear of Jeff’s passing. My condolences to the family. I have fond memories years ago in Seaforth.
Connor and Laura Flynn (Devereaux)
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of Jeff. You are all in our prayers.
Corey Patrick
Pam, Jenna, Sam, and Vanessa.
I am so sorry for your loss; your family has always been so good to me, and I’m so sad to hear that Jeff has passed and that you have to experience this pain.
Thinking of you guys in this time, all my love to you and the rest of your family.
Schoelier
Vanessa & Family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. Cherish your memories and hug your family tight!
Marianne & Tim Schoelier
Diane Hoover
Pam, Vanessa, Sam and Jenna,
Our deepest condolences to the entire family. May the memories that you have made over the years help carry you through the difficult days ahead.
So very sorry for you loss.
Warm regards,
Diane and Chris Hoover
Helen McNaughton
Sincere sympathy to Jeffs family and the extended McPherson family. A life lost away too soon. May your memories and the love of family and friends sustain you through this difficult time.
Barb Flanagan Le Souder
Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Keep all your memories close to your heart of your beloved brother ,father and Grampa!!
So sorry for your loss!!
Dave Durnin
So sorry for your loss! Jeff was a great man, a true pleasure to deal with! He will be greatly missed
Ralph and Dianne Wood
Wanting everyone in the McPherson and extended families to know we send caring thoughts in the sudden sad loss of Jeff. He has left his mark in many homes with his wood working skills that we will always remember.
Andrea Coulter
So sad to receive this news today. My heart goes out to everyone.
So many great times will be remembered.
Jeff was always kind and full of fun. Ready to lend a hand whenever.
He will be missed. 💜
Reg Marshall
We are so saddened by the loss of your dear Jeff. He will always be remembered for his skills in woodwork. Our deepest and sincere condolences to each of you at this very sad time. Pat and Reg Marshall
Noreen Switzer
My Heart goes out to all the McPHERSON Family,
And Especially to Vanessa and Sam.
Taken Too Soon,
May you Rest In Peace Jeff.
Chance Coombs
So Sorry for your loss! Thinking of the whole McPherson clan at this sad time! Remembering fond times on #4! ❤️ There are never any words to say that can lessen your pain. Know that we are sending you our thoughts, prayers and hugs. May all the cherished memories that you have of Jeff help you through this difficult time.
Grace Rollings
Clarke & Grace Rollings
Pam and family:
We are sorry for your loss. May your many beautiful memories help you through this difficult time.
Clarke & Grace
Margaret Watt
Pam and Family
Sincere sympathy to you all at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you .
Margaret Watt
Jerry and Anne Ryan
Our deepest sympathy to the McPherson family from the Ryan,s at Walton. Jerry and Anne, Paul, Chris, and Michael. Jeff and Greg used to spend a lot of time at our place when they were younger. They used to like to go swimming under the railroad bridge called Bare Bum Beach. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rebecca
Pam. Vanessa(Sam and Cole). Sammy( Brad, Weston and Levi) . Jenna.
You dad meant the world to us. Happy. Kind. Generous. Talented. Hard working.
Let your memories help you all through this difficult time.
Love from the Moffatts and Rankin’s
Dean and Linda Doerr
We were so saddened to hear of Jeff’s passing. Our sincere condolences to all. May the twinkle in his eye live on through the next generations.
kendra
I am so sorry and give the most of my love to your family at this time.
Chrissy Marshall
Our deepest condolences and sympathy go out to you and your family during this very difficult time. He will be greatly missed .
Allison Smith
My thoughts are with your family at this difficult time.
Suzanne Schruder
My deepest condolences to all
Suzanne Schruder
Ken and Charlene Carruthers
We are so heartbroken for you Sammy.
Our condolences to you and your family at this very sad time.
Colleen Kroesser
Our deepest sympathies to the MacPherson family. Such beautiful memories of sleeping at Grandma’s and then heading to the MacPherson’s to play. Jeff taking me for rides on Flick! Such a beautiful family. Our hearts goes out to you all.
Colleen & Ken Kroesser
Heather Nunns and family
We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Jeff’s passing. Two things that stood out about Jeff: how talented he was at his craft, we knew nobody better than him. Also how much he adored being a father and grandfather. What a family man!! Having just lost my dad, I understand the pain. I also understand the feelings of gratitude that you all will feel having had such quality time with him. He will be missed by so many. ❤️
Ann Thompson
Thinking of Jeff’s entire family at this difficult time. My sympathy to all
Kim & Andy Sharp
Pam, Vanessa, Sam & Jenna
We are so very sorry and completely shocked to hear of Jeff’s passing. Our thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. May you find comfort in your memories and hold them close.
Shirley (McClure) Robinson
Sorry for your loss. Treasure the memories.
Dick & Shirley Robinson
Amber & Calvin McKay
Jeff was always such a blast to be around. He was always such an inspiration to others and took such pride in his beautiful work. We will miss his warm smile, his jokes, his positive attitude on life and so so much more. May his kind soul Rest In Peace – gone but never forgotten ❤️
Love Calvin, Amber, Noelle & Maverick McKay
Em Abel
Sending so much love and comfort in this difficult time. My thoughts are with you Pam, Vanessa, Sammy, Jenna and the littles. RIP Jeff, you will be forever missed.
-Em, Rob and Becken
Jamie
So heartbreaking to hear this news of Jeff’s passing, my heart aches for all of you. Hold your memories close to get through these hard days ahead. Our deepest condolences to you Pam, Vanessa, Sam, Jenna and families.
❤️ Jamie Harris and family
Chris and Joanne King
Vanessa and Sam,
So sorry to hear about the sudden loss of your father / father in law. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Take care
Emma Carmichael
Pam Vanessa Sammy and Jenna 💗 my heart absolutely is with you all I am so very sorry. It might have been years but my memories of Jeff are funny and silly what a wonderful man gone way too soon. Thinking and praying for you much love Emma Carmichael always
Donna Gill
Sending condolences to Vanessa and Sam as well as the McPherson family. He will be missed by all. Thinking of you at this time.
Donna Gill
Jenny Switzer
My Deepest condolences to all. He is going to be greatly missed. Thinking of all of you during this time
Jenny and Dave Switzer
Jim & Danica McNichol
Our sincere condolences to all the McPherson families. Lots of good memories when we where growing up . May all the good memories be a comfort at this time of sorrow. Jim & Danica McNichol
Joanne
Thinking of you all at this sad time. I will always be grateful to him (and all) for graciously sharing his home, having the funniest discussions at the round table were a highlight, with the giant stereo full blast! I loved how he was also a bagpiper such a special skill and always pride in being Scottish! I was forever in awe of his craftsmanship, at this he was second to none. I am blessed to have quite a few items that were made by him and Hughie that I will always treasure. Mostly now I will remember his complete joy at having three girls that filled his heart ,as we through the years compared notes about how perfect life is with three girls at all of their stages! Then to see his posts of joy as he experienced the boys in grandfatherhood. I am at least, grateful that he got to experience those moments with them. His laughing eyes will always be with you . Xo Joanne, Pat and three girls
Kevin Loughnane
So sad to hear the news. Haven’t seen Jeff in years but while growing up in Seaforth, Jeff was Known and liked by all. Condolences to all the family . May you have eternal rest Jeff.
Cheryl Durand
Dear McPherson family so sorry for this sad news. R.I.P. Jeff. Deepest Sympathies from the Morey Family. ( Terry, Cheryl, Todd and Denise and from our aunt Flora Muir.)
Dennis Loughnane
I’m shocked and sad to hear this news. My condolences and prayers are with the McPherson clan this evening.
Nancy Denham
My condolences to the family. Jeff was such a wonderful person, the best of both Hugh and Bernice.
Mike and Pam Adili
We were so very saddened to hear about Jeff’s passing. God Bless you and your family Pam, as you mourn your loved one.
Kim and Steve Bowman
Dear Pam, Sam, Vanessa and Jenna and families
Our deepest condolences On your loss. May your amazing memories carry you through the difficult days ahead.
God Bless
Tanya Degroot
Hugs to all McPhersons. The entire McPherson family made our childhood memories full of adventures. Best neighbours ever!
We hold you all in our hearts and prayers.
Jeff thanks for teaching me how to ride a pony and all the help cutting our grass so you, Greg and I could go play! Say hi to everyone in heaven.
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Pam DeGroot
We all are at a loss of words to read this very sad news. Our families spent a lot of time together growing up next door in Seaforth. We have many great memories of Jeff, his siblings – Debby, Heather, Greg and Tracy and his parents- Hugh and Bernice. Our condolences to the whole family on the loss of a grandfather, father, husband, brother, and uncle.
Love from all the DeGroot family – Peter, Joanne, Mary Lou, Pam and Tanya.