Passed away with family by his side at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie on Friday, April 28, 2017 at the age of 78. Beloved husband of Brenda (née Beech) for 56 years. Loved father of Janet Thompson (Mark) and Paula Brown. Cherished grandfather to Matthew, Christopher, Anthony, Ashley, Tori, and great grandfather to Zia, Bella, Elliott Damen. Dear brother of Rita Young, Joyce Hardy and Leslie Brown. Funeral Service will be held at ADAMS FUNERAL HOME 445 St. Vincent Street, Barrie on Tuesday, May 2, 2017 at 11 o’clock a.m. with visitation from 10 a.m. Memorial donations to Hospice Simcoe would be appreciated by the family. Messages of condolence may be forwarded through adamsfuneralhome.ca.