Peacefully on January 5, 2017 at 85 years of age after a brief battle with Cancer and respiratory. Life-long partner and husband of Claire. Loving father of Thomas (deceased) and his wife Darlene, Terry and wife Julie, Candace and husband Peter Deasy and Connie and husband Mike Daugharty. Treasured Papa and Pa of 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Special thank you to the Emergency, Respiratory and 4th floor Oncology nurses at Met hospital for their excellent care and kindness. Cremation has taken place. Memorial visitation will be held Monday 6:00p.m.-9:00p.m. at FAMILIES FIRST, 1065 Lauzon Rd., East Windsor, 519-969-5841. A private interment will take place.