Harold G. SANDERCOTT

SANDERCOTT, Harold G. - Passed away peacefully at Niagara Arms Retirement Residence on July 18, 2008 in his 91st year. Beloved husband of the late Shirley Stewart (1992). Dear father of Bill (Gloria), Fred (Diane) Patricia (Derek) and Tom (Karen). Loving Papa of grandchildren Darrell, Darryl, David and Christian. Brother of Robert Sandercott of Grand Bend and Shirley Mitchell of London. He is predeceased by four brothers: Wreford, Kenneth, Orval and Donald. Harold was born in London, Ontario. A Veteran of WWII, he served with the R.C.A.F. In 1958 Harold and his family moved to St. Catharines to open his optical business downtown. Harold was a kind, gentle and well respected man; he was so very proud that his business celebrated its 50th year. A member of First Grantham United Church, he was very involved in his community, and was a member of St. Catharines Central Lions. He had many interests and those who knew him well remember his love of antique cars, fishing and hunting on Manitoulin Island. In 1956 he became a member of Temple Lodge #597 in London, Ontario. In 1958 he affiliated with Temple Lodge #296 A.F. & A.M. in St. Catharines and became Master in 1979. A member of Niagara Valley, he received an honourary 33o Degree Scottish Rite on September 1985, in London, Ontario. The family will receive friends at the HULSE & ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 75 Church St. (905-684-6346) on Monday, July 21, 2008 from 7-9 p.m. and Tuesday, July 22, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. with Masonic Service at 7 p.m. The Funeral Service will take place in the chapel on Wednesday, July 23, 2008 at 11 a.m. Cremation. Memorial donations to the Lions Eye Care would be appreciated by the family. Memorial tributes may be made at www.mem.com 11171927