GEORGE WILSON HAWLEY

Adjust Text Size: A+ A-

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 86th year. He was beloved husband of Jocelyn for 58 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 Byng 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 30 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 Road), Markham on Wednesday January 20 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. His funeral will be Thursday, January 21 at 3:00 p.m. 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.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 20, 2016