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Melissa Steele & Dan Naslovar lit a candle
Saturday, April 25, 2020
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We have fond memories of him as our principal. Our condolences to the family.
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Paul Honeyford posted a condolence
Thursday, April 23, 2020
I had the pleasure of spending every other Friday morning with George at Physio for the last year or so. What a character! Always a gentleman and good for a laugh. Very lucky to have known him if only for a short time. My sincerest condolences to his family as I k ow his presence will be sorely missed.
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Marilyn Worth posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
George was a gentleman in the truest sense of the word who always had time for a smile, friendly chat and a joke. He will be missed at the Markham Garden & Horticultural Society.
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Bill O'Donnell posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
It was a pleasure working with George on Markham Council for 12 years and we remained good friends and lunched together many times after that. Dorothy and family, June and I offer our sincerest condolences to you. Bill and June O'Donnell.
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2 trees were planted in memory of George McKelvey
Sunday, April 19, 2020
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We send heartfelt condolences to Dorothy and the McKelvey family at this time of sorrow. A big loss for our community.
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Paul McCormick posted a condolence
Thursday, April 16, 2020
We are very sad to learn of George’s recent passing and wish to convey to the family our heartfelt condolences for your loss.
As longtime neighbours, we will very much miss our always interesting and convivial chats with George.
Paul and Sylva McCormick
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Diane Olmstead posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
My deepest condolences to Dorothy and your family at this most difficult time.
George was a special person whose kindness and sense of humour will be missed by all who knew him.
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Verna Hallworth posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 14, 2020
Dorothy and Family ... Please accept our deepest sympathy.
It was an honour and a pleasure to know George. He joined us at our coffee group at Markville Mall and previously at Mac Donalds. We had George's company for many years when he was available. He always had an interesting story to share. Sometimes ... what was happening in Markham, his vacations (caught in a flood), more recently about his new mobility. Didn't see him very often in the last years and missed him.
God bless you Dorothy and your family.
Neil and Verna, Shirley and Barry, Betty, Pam, Cristina and John.
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Morgan Jones posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 14, 2020
Dorothy and family, please accept my family's deepest sympathy at this very sad time. My path first crossed with George when he became a ward Councillor with the Town/City of Markham. I would often see George at many City meetings and functions. After George retired my wife and I moved back to Markham just around the corner and George was one of the first neighbors to welcome us. Through our time in Markham and after we moved away again George remained in touch with me while I continued to work at Markham. At all times he was always a gentleman, polite, shared his good sense of humour and respectful of staff. He was one of the nicest people I have ever had the pleasure to work with. I will miss him deeply.
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Michelle Tidball posted a condolence
Monday, April 13, 2020
Sending deepest condolences to Mrs. McKelvey and the family. I sat on The Markham Public Library Board with George many years ago. He showed me the ropes and taught me how to get things done. George was a kind and generous person and I felt privileged to know him and learn from him.
Michelle Tidball
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Sandra Baznick posted a condolence
Sunday, April 12, 2020
I didn’t know George well or for very long.
I met him at the Water St seniors centre
Really enjoyed playing euchre with him
Wonderful sense of humour and such a gentleman
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Judy Smith posted a condolence
Saturday, April 11, 2020
I send sincere sympathy to the entire family. George was my principal at Sixteenth Avenue when we were this little school in the middle of a field. I learned so much from him and his manner of dealing with everyone with respect and humour. There are stories of things that happened in the school, that have stayed with me over the years and been shared with others.
Judy (Vasilaros) Smith
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Norma Cardinal posted a condolence
Saturday, April 11, 2020
Sending our sincere condolences to the family. Mr. McKelvey was a wonderful, kind, gentle, man with a big heart and allot of love for his community and a kind smile for everyone he met along his path.
I was lucky enough to have had Mr. McKelvey as a Principal at James Robinson Public School, and lucky enough to be involved with him at the City, involving business dealings in later years.
Heaven has received a beautiful angel, Town (City) of Markham has lost a great man who leaves behind a legacy and many memories for everyone. Rest in Peace,
Sincerely,
Cardinal Family (Kemp)
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Stephanie Pascual (Pembleton) lit a candle
Friday, April 10, 2020
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Sending my sincerest condolences to Dorothy and her family. George truly impacted our lives, as he was my Dad's best friend. They could talk for hours, and I always loved seeing him when he would stop by for a coffee. Always happy, always telling jokes, truly an amazing man! He provided guidance, leadership and true friendship to both my parents. He will be greatly missed by our family. Rest in Peace Georgie.
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Diane Finlay posted a condolence
Friday, April 10, 2020
George was my first principal at Milliken Mills when I came to York Region. He taught me so many key leadership skills. He was kind, gentle and loved the students. I have never forgotten the leadership gifts he gave me. He will be missed.
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Ron Ley posted a condolence
Friday, April 10, 2020
George was a real gentleman and a respected educational leader in all of the communities in which he served. A friend to many young educators and an example for anyone to aspire to. May he rest in peace.
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danielle.pembleton@yrdsb.ca lit a candle
Thursday, April 9, 2020
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My heartfelt condolences to the McKelvey's on the loss of their Dad and husband. George (aka) Georgie was a best friend to my Dad for 55 years. I had the pleasure of knowing George for a very long time. I will always remember George for his big bushy eyebrows, laid back demeanor and funny sense of humor. I can remember times as a child going with the McKelvey's to Myrtle Beach for March Break vacation and having fun with his three daughters. I will always remember George calling the house and asking "So what's new and exciting?" I loved you George. Thank you for always being a loyal true blue friend to our family. May you rest in paradise
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Sharon posted a condolence
Thursday, April 9, 2020
Thinking of the family with love as I remember memories of George as a principal colleague, the most down to earth man I ever met.
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John & Isabel Ireland posted a condolence
Thursday, April 9, 2020
Our thoughts & Prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.. We fondly remember George's keen interest, knowledge & appreciation for his Ireland family history. It was a great pleasure to hear his stories when he visited with us at our Ireland Century Farm. George will be remembered for his friendliness, enthusiasm, & zest for life. Sincerely John & Isabel Ireland. .
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Judy Kee, Retired, Clerk's Department, Town of Markham planted a tree in memory of George McKelvey
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
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With heartfelt condolences. It was always a delight to work with you at the Town of Markham. We will miss your smiling face!!
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Susan Aquilina posted a condolence
Sunday, April 5, 2020
My sincere condolences to Dorothy and family at this most difficult time. I will truly miss George’s sense of humour and his wonderful personality. Our Horticultural Society will never be the same.
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Mary Cousens posted a condolence
Sunday, April 5, 2020
It is with my sincere condolences that I sent this message to the McKelvey family. We started out as neighbours in Markham and then Mr. McKelvey was my Principal at James Robinson Public School. I know that my dad, Don Cousens, had the greatest appreciation for Mr. McKelvey and together I know they really enjoyed working to make the town of Markham a better place for all of the residents. Mr. McKelvey has a great legacy leaving behind and so I know that this will bring comfort to the McKelvey family although it is a sincerely difficult time to lose such a great man.
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Elizabeth Price lit a candle
Sunday, April 5, 2020
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GEORGE MCKELVEY WAS A GEM OF A GENTLEMAN.
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Marg Murphy posted a condolence
Sunday, April 5, 2020
Our sincere sympathy goes out to you,Dorothy and your family! I have many pleasant memories of George as we taught together and as a principal! Please know you are in our prayers in the days, weeks and months to come! Marg and Brian Murphy
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