Obituary of John A. Eccles

Eccles, John Alexander Passed away at Grand River Hospital-Freeport Site on Tuesday, February 17, 2015 in his 99th year. Devoted and loving husband for 73 years of Florence (Adair) Eccles. Proud father of Bonnie Eccles of Toronto, Beverley Schofield (Lawrence) of Medicine Hat and Brenda Eccles-Jardine (Will) of Thamesford. He has left wonderful memories for his grandchildren Todd Schofield (Dalyce), Janine Thompson, Jeff Barclay (Amanda) and great-grandchildren Ashlyn, Owen, Brynn and father Paul Thompson, Hailey, Ava, Brayden, Cohen and Jayce. Dear brother Clarence (Betty) of Waterloo, and the late (Sylvester) Eccles and Mary Carroll. Born in Galt, Ontario, John graduated from the Ontario Agricultural College in 1940 and was a Lieutenant in the Mid-Ocean Escort (RCN) during World War II serving on the HMCS Fergus. He had an exceptional career at the University of Guelph and was recognized for his service with a building dedicated in his name. His passion for the campus was evident both during and after his retirement. He was a stalwart member of the Norfolk St. United Church and served in many capacities in his over 60 years there. John was a charismatic fellow and a lover of all sports especially baseball, curling and golf. John's greatest forte and perhaps a key to his longevity was his interest in and interaction with people. A Celebration of his Life will be held at Cutten Fields 190 College Ave. E. Guelph on Thursday, February 26th, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. Cremation, then at a future date, inurnment at Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Alumni Association of the University of Guelph or to a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the GILCHRIST CHAPEL – McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home, One Delhi Street, Guelph (519-824-0031). Service Information Service Date Thursday, February 26, 2015 Service Time 2:00 p.m. Service Location Cutten Fields, 190 College Ave. E., Guelph, ON Visitation No Visitation Burial Date Private Inurnment Burial Location Memory Gardens, Breslau, ON Requested Charity Alumni Association of the University of Guelph