Obituary of John Megaw

MEGAW, John It is with profound sadness that the Megaw family announces the passing of John on Monday, October 10, 2011 at Leisureworld, O'Connor Court, with his loving wife Rhoda (Skelton) by his side. John was the beloved husband of the late Christina (Cole). Cherished father of Linda and her husband Cliff Arscott and Karen and her husband Bruce Worrall. Loving Poppa to Jennifer and Jason Worrall. John is survived by his brother George (Vera) and his nephew James and his family. John will also be remembered by his extended step-family. John was the eldest son of the late John and Margaret Megaw, of Ballymena, County Antrim, Northern Ireland. After 38 years of service with the Borough of East York, John retired and enjoyed spending time in his garden and traveling. John was a Life Member of Acacia Lodge #430, A.F. & A.M., Past Master of Aughrim Rose of Derry L.O.L. #2159, and Past County Master of the Metropolitan Toronto County Lodge. He was also the Chairman of the County Hall Board Trustees for 22 years. A special thank you to the wonderful caregivers at Leisureworld who brightened Dad's days and took such good care of him. Dad, we will all miss your strong, independent character and your constant love of family. Your spirit will continue on and your legacy of character will inspire all of us. The family will receive friends at the HUMPHREY FUNERAL HOME - A.W. MILES CHAPEL, 1403 Bayview Avenue (south of Davisville Avenue) from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Thursday, October 13. A service will be held in the chapel on Friday, October 14 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Pine Hills Cemetery. If desired, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 55 St. Clair Avenue West, Suite #500, Toronto M4V 2Y7 or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, 2300 Yonge Street, Suite #1300, P.O. Box #2414, Toronto M4P 1E4 in memory of John would be appreciated. Condolences and memories may be forwarded through www.humphreymiles.com.