Passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday July 24th, 2016 at the age of 86.Dearly loved husband of Annegret for 53 years.Wonderful father of Stephanie and father-in-law of Colin.Cherished Opa of Jennifer, William, Victoria and Katherine.Fondly remembered by family and friends in Canada and Germany. Visitation at BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 5295 Thickson Rd. N Whitby from 2:30 p.m. Saturday (July 30th) until time of celebration service in the Barnes Chapel Saturday afternoon at 3:00 p.m.Flowers are welcome or if you chose memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.