Obituary of Raymond Elwyn Begg

BEGG, Raymond Elwyn (Member of Norwood Masonic Lodge # 223 A.F. & A.M.)- Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at Pleasant Meadow Manor on Wednesday July 27, 2016. Raymond Begg in his 89th year. Beloved husband of 68 years to Marilyn (nee Forde). Cherished father of Barb Sherwin (Paul) of Hastings, Joan Smith (Bill) of Dollard des Ormeaux, Jack (Nancy), Fred of Norwood. Fondly remembered by grandchildren and great grandchildren Andy Smith (Andrea) and their children Alaina, Brennan, Lydia and Tyler; Jennifer Smith –Gargano (Vince) and their children, Adriana and Kaylie; Mike Sherwin (Karen) and their children Matt, Ben, Ryan; Rhonda Drain (David) and their children Iva and Lila; Barclay Begg (Wanda) and their children Abi and Daniel; Jason Begg (Kate) and their children Brynn and Macey, and Brent Begg (Emily Orr). Predeceased by his granddaughter Stephanie Sherwin, and by his parents Bill and Jessie (nee Petherick) Begg. Friends and Relatives are invited to call at THE HENDREN FUNERAL HOMES, NORWOOD CHAPEL on Friday July 29, 2016 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM. A Masonic Service will be held at 5:45 PM. A funeral service will be held at Norwood United Church Saturday July 30, 2016 at 1:00 PM, Reverend Don MacLean officiating. Visitation at the church from 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Interment Asphodel-Norwood Cemetery. Reception to follow at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society, Norwood United Church Youth Ministry or a charity of your choice. Friends may arrange flowers, send condolences or make donations by visiting www.hendrenfuneralhome.com or by calling 705-639-5322.