IAN FILLINGHAM

Condolences & Memories (11 entries)

• Dear Donna and family, We were very saddened to hear of Ian's passing. He was a great and very diverse man! Ian and Donna were long time customers of Dick's who grew into great friends! Through the years, Ian did a lot of renovation jobs for us and we appreciated him for always figuring out how to get around an obstacle or a challenge and there were lots of challenges with an old house. His mind was always thinking and we were always in awe of how he planned and thought out every job and the best way to tackle it. He would get so busy that he would sometimes forget to eat the lunch that I'm sure Donna packed for him! Sometimes if the job didn't turn out like he'd hoped he thought nothing of re-doing it. He was fair and admirable! We will miss him. - Posted by: Dick and Wendy Adams (Friends) on: Oct 11, 2025

• Our sincere condolences to Donna, Alan, Kristin, their extended families, and friends. Ian was a wonderful man. Sending you strength and love during this difficult time. - Posted by: Terri Webster and family (Friend) on: Oct 11, 2025

• My sincere condolences to Donna and family. Nothing ever prepares you for the death of a loved one. Take comfort in the love of family and friends. - Posted by: Margaret Burrows (Albertson) (Cousin) on: Oct 06, 2025

• My condolences to Mrs fillingham and family. I knew Mr.fillingham as a teacher from tec voc. He was an excellent teacher and a solid human being. I learned a lot from him. - Posted by: Tammy fitzgerald (Former student and Andy's sister.) on: Oct 04, 2025

• I first met Ian through a mutual friend, Clifford Bonneteau, in 1968. Ian came to my house and picked up my guitar and showed me the opening notes of “Classical Gas” by Mason Williams. I was blown away. “How did you figure that out?” I said. It turned out his then girlfriend Donna Chalmers and my future wife Janet Topping were high school chums. He and Donna were married on one of the hottest days in August 1969. Ian Donna and I performed in “The Republic of Manitoba” at the Playhouse Theatre and again in Brandon in 1970. We stayed in touch for fifty-seven years, making sure to visit every Boxing Day. Ian was very active in Habitat for Humanity, the Morrismen Dancers, and the Bunch of Grapes. He hand built a classical lute, as well as their handsome summer cottage. He loved racing his boat from Keewatin to Channel Island. His illness came as quite a shock. He will be missed by many. Now safe in the arms of Jesus. - Posted by: Jerry Dykman (Friend) on: Oct 04, 2025

• Our sincere condolences to Donna, Alan and Kristin and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Cathy & Carl Kretowski - Posted by: Cathy & Carl Kretowski ((Donna’s cousin)) on: Oct 04, 2025

• Dawn and I are deeply saddened at Ian’s passing. Our hearts go out to Donna, Kristen and Allen and families. Ian was such a kind, compassionate man who made friends with everyone he knew. We’ll remember Ian’s calmness, empathy and strength of character as well as his love of family. We will miss him greatly. - Posted by: Jim Harriott (Cousin) on: Oct 04, 2025

• So sad to read of Ian's passing. Ian was our assigned volunteer (aka building manager) for our numerous appearances as Company of Poets at Crescent Arts Centre (within Crescent United). Helpful and forthright to a T. I realized from the get-go Ian was not only a man of faith, but one who contributed much to his community - IN HIS OWN QUIET WAYS! NOTE: Our early appearances at Crescent Arts Centre set the stage for The Company of Poets to become the largest group of travelling poets visiting care homes, churches & 55+ facilities in Canada, perhaps the world. My deepest gratitudes to Ian Fillingham and his family in these moments of sorrow. - Posted by: Morris (Company of Poets) (Associate) on: Oct 04, 2025

• My connection with Ian began around 2006. Following my retirement from GWL, I was very fortunate to be put in contact with Ian. At that time he was very busy with a home renovation business and was looking for some assistance. That was the beginning of a 19 year friendship. I not only enjoyed the reno work itself, but to a greater extent it was working with Ian. I always looked forward to the work, knowing I would learn something new from him. Even on those less than scintillating job, Ian was always positive and a pleasure to work with. He was a good man, and will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. - Posted by: Paul Corby (Friend and work colleague.) on: Oct 04, 2025

• Dear Donna and Family, I was so saddened to learn of Ian's passing and I can only imagine the loss you must feel. You have always bee such an amazing person and my heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. Please know you're in my thoughts and prayers. With sincere sympathy, Enza and Nick Conicella. - Posted by: Enza Conicella (Friend) on: Oct 04, 2025

• I met Ian in the choir at Crescent Fort Rouge United Church. I admired his dedication to the church and can-do attitude. My sincere Condolences on his death. - Posted by: Briony Haig (In choir with Ian) on: Oct 04, 2025