Obituary

In loving Memory of our one and only George who passed quietly from a stroke at the Headwaters Health Care Centre, Orangeville, on Sunday morning, March 13th, 2022 at the age of 83. Beloved husband and best friend of wife Gwen (nee Wilson); dearest Dad of Kim and Dave Graham; Shari and Steve Adair; Sharon and Brian Cranstone. Cherished Papa of Jeff (Natalie), Scott (Meagan), Dylan (Brandie), Kaitlin, and Sydney (Kevin). Much loved Great Grand-Papa of Lyla, Wyatt, Sully, and Mya. George was the son of the late Wilfred and Mabel (Thompson) McArthur of Erin, Ontario. Predeceased by older brother Doug (Joan). Lovingly remembered by brothers Jim (Karen), Gord (Reta), Roy (Elfi), and sisters Helen (Don Ruud), and Joyce (John Doucette). Also, in the hearts of brother-in-law John Wilson (Hanna), and sisters-in-law Judy (Harry Smith), Nancy (the late Archie McArthur, cousin), Jane (Pat Villadiego), Peggy (Alex Lacombe) and Terry (Ron Reid). George will be greatly missed by a multitude of dear nieces, nephews, cousins, many treasured friends and neighbours. George was well known in the Erin area where he operated his business, McArthur’s Automotive & Supply, for close to 40 years. His love of vehicles made him the perfect “parts man”! A Private Family Funeral Service will be held at Dods & McNair Funeral Home, Chapel & Reception Centre, 21 First Street, Orangeville on Thursday, March 17, 2022 at 11:00am. Family members will be welcomed beginning at 10:00am. A light luncheon will follow the service. A “Celebration of Life” for George will be held at the Erin Legion Hall on Sunday, March 27, 2022 from 1:00 to 5:00pm for all to attend. In lieu of flowers, Gwen and George would appreciate memorial donations to be sent to: Erin Fire Association Station 10 Royal Canadian Legion Branch 442 Poppy Fund Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides. A tree will be planted in memory of George in the Dods & McNair Memorial Forest at the Island Lake Conservation Area, Orangeville. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.dodsandmcnair.com