Harold Dawson Laycock, formerly of Essa Township, passed away peacefully at Lakeland Long Term Care Centre, Parry Sound, ON, on Saturday March 4, 2023 (with family by his side) in his 92nd year.
Harold was born on February 9th, 1932, and is the son of the late Russel and Pearl (nee Armstrong) Laycock and is survived by his wife Lenora Laycock (nee; Brolley).
Harold will be forever cherished as a loving father of William Laycock, John Laycock and his wife Iris Laycock, Terry Schneider and her husband Doug Schneider.
Harold is predeceased by his daughter Colleen Laycock and daughter-in-law Rona Smyth.
Harold will also be remembered fondly by his 10 grandchildren, as well as his 5 great-grandchildren. In addition, he is survived by his sister Lorna McCracken.
Harold is predeceased by his brothers Max, Martin, Bill and Ted and by his sisters Betty Hayward, Catherine (Cookie) Skelton and Dorothy Henning.
Harold will be remembered by his many nieces and nephews and their families.
Harold was known for his love of boating and fishing, for his passion for woodworking and building homes, for playing baseball, his humour and devotion to his family.
To celebrate Harold’s life, please join his family at the Living Faith Community Presbyterian Church, 206 Murphy Road, Egbert, ON, on Saturday March 18th, 2023, from 10:00am until the time of the service at 11:00am.
A reception gathering with food and fellowship will follow the service.
As your expression of sympathy, donations to the Alzheimer Society of Ontario would be appreciated by the family.
Cremation and memorial service arrangements are entrusted to the Steven R. Bridge Funeral Home, Angus, ON 705-424-1114