Passed away peacefully with his family by his side at Headwaters Health Care Centre on Friday September 27, 2019 at the age of 82. Cherished and loving partner of 60 years to Joan (nee Brooks); loved father of Doug (1990), Barry Darling (Carol), Rick Darling (Melody), Marianne Lennox (Andy) and Lisa O’Quinn. Proud grandpa of Dan, Kevin, Kari, Sarah, Paula, Melissa, Amy and Cody. Great grandpa of 10. Brother of Mary Lavis (Jim), Sister in law Betty Darling. Predeceased by his brothers George, Don and Harry. James will be missed by many other relatives and friends. A private family graveside service has taken place in Wingham. A Visitation will be held on Sunday October 6, 2019 from 12:00 to 2:00pm with a Celebration of James’ Life taking place from 2:00 to 3:00pm at the In Memoriam Life Celebration Centre, 633419 Highway 10, Mono, Ontario. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences and donations may be made at www.imfunerals.com In Memoriam Funeral Services Inc. has been given the honour to serve the Darling Family.
