Neil left us too soon on January 23rd, 2024.

He leaves behind a legacy of love, compassion and cherished memories.

His smile and kindness will be greatly missed. Born in Craik, Saskatchewan on April 12, 1957 to Ed and Wilhelmina and he was the eldest of 4 boys.

His formative years were spent on the North Shore of Lake Superior, where his life-long love of sailing and outdoors were firmly intrenched.

In Thunder Bay, he raised a beautiful family of girls and began a career in the paper industry.

Later in life, Neil moved south to Whitby to continue his career in the paper industry. He found love for the second time around and married Sheila in 2011.

Family meant everything to Neil and he loved being a father and Opa.

He was a source of strength and support to those he loved. He will be deeply missed by his wife Sheila, his father Ed, brothers Peter (Susan), Hans (Thanyamai), Ryk (Allie), daughters Heather (Scott), Laura, Alison (Brandon), and grandchildren Hanna, Lily, Marston, Gavin, Magnus and Jacob.

Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of life will be held on Friday, February 2nd from 1:00p.m. until 4:00p.m. at Bella Notte Restaurant (3570 Brock St N) in Whitby. Friends are welcome to drop in and share their favourite story of Neil.

Donations can be made in lieu of flowers to Team Chelsea Pet Rescue or CAMH.

A family service will be held in Thunder Bay at a later date.