Jack Reginald TUFFORD

TUFFORD, Jack Reginald - Of Kincardine. Our loving and compassionate Dad who fulfilled his mission on earth passed away on Sunday, April 29th, 2007 in his 85th year. Survived by his wife, Rita [Antonow] whom he married 60 years ago on April 23rd. His children were his world - Saundra Willman of Kitchener, Jackie Bere & companion Robert Simpson of London, Paul & Debbie Tufford of Cambridge, Evan Tufford of Kincardine, Douglas & Debbie Tufford of Brantford, Jane & Gord Booker of Uxbridge, and Leah & Ted Monsma of Bowmanville. Much loved Grandpa of 14 grandchildren & 6 special spouses, 6 great grandchildren and 2 additional great grandchildren to be born this year. Jack is survived by his sister Marjorie & her husband, Lloyd Wilson of Midland, and brother in law, Fred Peterson of Strathroy. He was predeceased by his sister Joyce Peterson. Jack was a World War 2 Veteran with the Highland Light Infantry from Galt and is a member of the Ripley Legion, Kincardine United Church, and a 38 year member of Alcoholics Anonymous. Rita & Jack enjoyed many years as members of the Point Clark and Kincardine Seniors Clubs. He also held the honour of being a Gillwell Scouter. Jack loved people & laughter and will be dearly missed by his friends and the staff of Trillium Court; especially Herman Young and the members of the Tim Horton Romeo Club. Heartfelt thanks to Trillium Court & their staff, Dr. Boron, Pastor Judy Zarubick. South Bruce Grey Health Centre-Kincardine and London Regional Cancer Clinic. Visitation will be held at DAVEY- LINKLATER FUNERAL HOME, Kincardine on Tuesday from 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. A Celebration of Dad's Life will be held at Kincardine United Church on Wednesday, May 2nd, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. At Dad's request, cremation has taken place with final interment to be at the Maitland Cemetery, Goderich. In Dad's memory donations may be made to the Ripley Legion, Kincardine United Church or the Canadian Cancer Society. 10632369