He enjoyed a career as a teacher in McCreary, Sperling, Carman, and Roland. He was predeceased by his parents, several siblings, and his wife. He is survived by his daughter Cheryl, granddaughters Elizabeth & Isabel, and his sister Katie and brothers Peter and Raymond.
A private graveside service will be held at the Rose Farm Cemetery and a celebration of life will be held in the summer. Memorial donations can be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada.