Friday, February 5, 2021

Passing of Matthew Millar

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of former Whitevale Member, Matthew Millar.

On Wednesday, February 3, 2021, Matt passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side. He was born in Ballyclare, County Antrim, Northern Ireland on April 4, 1929. 

Married to the love of his life, Jean (nee Fenton) for 68 years, they emigrated to Canada in September 1952 and raised four children: Predeceased by his eldest son David (Lisa), Brian (Sherry), Mark (Carrie) and Jacqueline (Rick). Devoted Grampa and Papa to ten Grandchildren Jessica (Neil), Allison (Josh), Julia (Rich), Megan (Alan), Tim (Sandy), Ian (Brenna), Adam, Kate, Brian, Mikaela and proud GG of 9 great grandchildren, Hazel, Maeve, Molly, Ivy, Jack, Adelaide, Violet, Charlotte and Marissa. 

Matt was an active contributor to Whitby Junior Lacrosse and Whitby Minor Hockey being twice inducted into the Whitby Sports Hall of Fame. Matt also served in various community organizations in both Whitby and Ajax. 

Special thanks to Nurse Joe DeRose, CCAC and staff at Lakeridge Health in Oshawa. A family funeral service has been held. Donations can be made to The Princess Margaret Hospital in Toronto or St. Mark's United Church, Whitby, Ontario. Online condolences may be made at www.mountlawn.ca.

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