Passed away suddenly at his home in Barrie on Sunday, September 18, 2016 at the age of 64. Beloved husband of Sandy for 42 years. Loving father of Ryan (Lori); and Patrick (Steph). Cherished grandfather to Charlotte and Luke. Dear brother of Jim; Mary-Lou; Barbara; Bernadette Young; and the late Ellen McConnell. Darse will be forever loved and remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. and on Thursday, September 22, 2016 from 10 – 10:45 a.m. with a Funeral Service to follow at 11 o’clock a.m. Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.