Obituary of George Hawley
George Wilson Hawley
After a courageous battle with his health, George passed away with his family near him on Friday January 15, 2016 at Unionvilla Nursing Home, in his eighty-sixth year. He was beloved husband of Jocelyn for fifty-eight years, loving father of Donald (Alexa) and grandfather to Onis and Carys. He is survived by his youngest brother Robert and predeceased by his two elder brothers Edward and Bruce.
Born in Winnipeg Manitoba, George attended General Bing High School and United College in Winnipeg. His working life started with the Turnbull Elevator Co. as a mechanic and then in sales. He married Jocelyn and together moved to Toronto in 1958 where he sold real estate before joining the Union Carbide Corp.(Later Eveready) as a Sales Representative for over thirty years.
He retired in 1990 to enjoy travelling and his love of the outdoors where he could enjoy hunting, fishing or just walking the three dogs he owned and loved. He also enjoyed golfing and playing bridge.
He is resting at DIXON GARLAND FUNERAL HOME 166 Main St. North (Markham Rd.), Markham on Wednesday January 20 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. His funeral will be Thursday January 21 at 3:00pm at Grace Anglican Church, 19 Parkway Ave. in Markham. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada would be appreciated in lieu of flowers.