Val passed away peacefully with his wife Marilyn by his side at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital on Friday, December 16, 2016 in his 80th year.He was the beloved husband of Marilyn for 59 years and loving father of Valerie (Peter), Karen (Michael) and Susan (John).Cherished Papa of Jenna, Joseph, Christopher, Jeffrey, Jonna and Kaitlynn; Big Papa of Alice, Brodie, Cameron, Cooper and Nora.Val will also be fondly remembered by Norm (Shirley), nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.Family and friends will be received at the Low and Low Funeral Home, Uxbridge, on Thursday, December 22, 2016 from 1-3 and 6-8 p.m.A Celebration of Val's Life will be held in the chapel on Friday, December 23, 2016 at 11 a.m. with visitation for one hour prior. Reception will immediately follow.In memory of Val, please consider a donation to the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital, ReachView Village Residents or a charity important to you.