Cormack, George Raymond; Dr. George Raymond Cormack, known affectionately by many as simply “Doc”, beloved spouse of Marilyn, brother of Joan, father of daughter Kim and son-in-law Norm, grandfather of Matthew, passed away peacefully in his home in the early hours of Tuesday, November 22, 2011. He was predeceased by his sister Ruth and brother Bill. Pilot Officer G. R. Cormack served in the Royal Canadian Air Force during World War II, completing twenty-six missions overseas. He graduated from Ontario Veterinary College in 1949 and opened a practice and clinic in the former Township of Toronto (now the City of Mississauga). Dr. Cormack’s practice expanded to include the ownership and operation of seven veterinary hospitals in the GTA. He eventually also owned and managed several farms and other businesses, including the Burdette Gallery in Orton, which he acquired from Paul Burdette. He was active in the College of Veterinarians of Ontario and chaired its Building Committee for the construction of a new head office in 1992. One of his farms is the well-known Tralee, in Caledon, where he maintained an extensive collection of horse drawn vehicles, and hosted the Canadian Carriage Driving Classic for many years. His antique road coach “The Old Sport” with its distinctive blue and yellow colours, was a fixture for many years at the Royal Winter Fair Horse Show in Toronto. “Doc” will be very sadly missed by his many friends. Visitation was held at the Dods & McNair Funeral Home & Chapel, 21 First St., Orangeville (519-941-1392) on Thursday, November 24 and Friday, November 25 from 2-4 and 7-9pm on both days. Private Family Service was held. A Public Celebration of Dr. Cormack’s life will take place in the spring at Tralee in Caledon which will be announced at a later date. A tree will be planted in memory of “Doc” in the Dods & McNair Memorial Forest at the Island Lake Conservation Area, Orangeville. A dedication service will be held on Sunday, September 9th, 2012 at 2:30pm. (Condolences may be offered to the family at www.dodsandmcnair.com)
