Bert passed away peacefully at Guelph General Hospital on December 10, 2020 at the age of 90. Bert will be forever missed by the love of his life, Margaret Joan (Cook) of 67 years, and his children Brian (Lili), Susan (Charles) Schuurman, James and John (Kathy). Grandpa will be missed by 6 grandchildren Katie (Ryan) Schuurman-Pope, Paul, Gabrielle, Dahlia, Arthur, and Alex. GG will also be missed by 4 great grandchildren Jackson & Brayden Schuurman and Caraleena & Marcus Pope. Predeceased by his parents Walter Winslow & Alma Evelyn (Parker), brother Gordon, sister Blanche De Mont, grandson Andrew and granddaughter Jennifer Schuurman. Bert was born in 1930 in Nine Mile River, NS. He worked at several different jobs before finally deciding to follow his heart. He wanted to help people during a very emotional time in their lives. Bert became the owner of the Wall-Custance Funeral Home from 1966 to 1980. Several years later, he became the owner of the John Thomson & Son Funeral Home in Fergus before fully retiring in 1988. Bert was always a compassionate, caring man and many looked to him for guidance. He considered it an honour to assist families during stressful times. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Hood, Dr. Morrison and the amazing nurses and staff at the Elliott-Nottingham and Guelph General Hospital for the excellent care of Bert. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Wall-Custance Funeral Home & Chapel. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Parkinson Society, Heart and Stroke Foundation, or a charity of your choice.
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