At Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital on Tuesday, March 10, 2015, of Strathroy and formerly of Ilderton, in his 82nd year. Dear father of Paul Medd and Lynn Glen Hey of London, John Medd and Sherrie Simpson of Lucan, and Aaron Medd and Jon Morrison of Thunder Bay. Dear grandfather of Lindsay and Brad Grozelle, Julie Medd; Tyler and Rachel Medd, Brittany Medd and Travis Filson; and great-grandfather of Payton Medd. Lovingly remembered by Marie Medd of London and Joan Emmons of Strathroy. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Stephanie and Bob Harvey of Ilderton. Predeceased by his parents Stephen and Eva Medd. Don started his career in a one room school house at SS8 in McKillop township and was a well respected and admired Teacher and Principal in the London School Board for over 35 years. He was a past coach and president of the Ilderton Minor Hockey Association and a long time member of the Ilderton Lions Club. Don touched a lot of local kids’ hearts in Huron Heights by building an annual backyard hockey rink including lights and hot chocolate.
Friends may call at the St. George’s Anglican Church, 12656 Thirteen Mile Road, Denfield (west of the Denfield Road) on Friday, March 13th from 9:30-10:30 AM where the memorial service will be held at 11 AM with Rev. Lyn Fisher officiating. Cremation with spring interment St. Georges Cemetery, Middlesex Centre.
Donations to the St. George’s Anglican Church or the Ilderton Lions Club would be appreciated by the family.
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Maureen Longthorne
I was looking for your dad on the Internet and was sad to see that he had passed away. I was a student of his in 1962 at Manor and Highland Park public school. I always thought he was the kindest and most thoughtful teacher I had ever had. I still have a piece of art we did at the end of the 8th grade. I was so shy and didn’t want to sit in front of the class while he drew a silhouette of my face. It was special to me and that is why I kept it.
I looked for him a few years ago and found out he lived in Strathroy, I talked to him for a couple of years.
I asked my son if he would take me to see him, it was a nice visit.
I’ll never forget my favourite teacher.
jane and mary mcgrath, toronto
Last saw Don at a Medway reunion. He was such a special person-so kind to all.
Kathleen Doerr Cooper
To the Medd family
I was a student at SS 8 McKillop school where Mr. Medd started his teaching career. He boarded with my music teacher, Toleda Beuermann, who lived just up the road from our farm. He made a visit about a year ago to the area and met with some of the former students. They took him to visit the old school; took pictures and showed them to me. I was so disappointed that they were not able to get in touch with me to join the “reunion”. I remember him taking us for an outing to a local bush. Some of us did not stay with the group. Mr. Medd was very upset with us and to punish us, he said that we would have to write all June exams (which we could avoid if our marks were high enough). We did deserve the verdict! The next morning he said that he had changed his mind! I’ll never forget him. He was an awesome teacher, mentor and very, very handsome!
The Medd Family
The Medd Family wishes to thank everyone for their comments, great memories shared of Don and the wonderful love and support everyone has given us this past week.
Thank-you from:
Marie, Paul, John, Aaron, Lindsay, Julie, Tyler, Brittany and Payton
Heather Bice
Marie, Paul, John, Aaron and families
So sorry to hear of Don’s passing, he will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with you all at this time and hope that all of great memories will help you get through the coming days.
June, Burt and Heather Bice
Terry & Stella Chattington
To the Medd family,
We are saddened to hear of Don’s passing. May all your loving memories of Don give you comfort .
R.IP. Don
Patti Swartz & Dan Regier
John & Family
Please accept our condolences for the passing your father and grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Patti & Dan
Bruce & Lynn Waddell
To the Medd Family
We were sorry to learn of Don’s passing. Our sincere condolences at this difficult time.
Diane, Jessica, Phil Davis(Young)
John and Sherri and family We’re so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Diane, Jessica and Phil Davis/Young
Gord and Joan Taylor
To the Medds,
Our deepest sympathy on your loss. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers in the coming days. Let your good memories help you through this trying time.
Paul and Terry McTaggart & family
Our thoughts are with the Medd family……sorry to hear of Don ‘s passing
Ron and Glenda Lindenfield
To The Medd Family
So sorry to hear of Don’s passing, keep all those great memories in your heart, sincere condolences…….
Barbara Schwartz & Helen Swartz
Marie, John, Paul and Arron….
Our deepest sympathy to you and the family on Dons passing.. We will never forget the stories and laughs we had..
You are in our thoughts and prayers….
Irene McGeoch
I am very sad to hear about Don’s passing. I taught at Emily Carr when Don was the principal there, and he was kind and caring to both the students and the teachers. I appreciated how he supported the teachers, and would always take the time to listen to concerns, and offer encouragement. I feel honoured to have known him, and to have taught under his leadership. My heart goes out to all his family in their loss.
Jack & Marie Bannon & family
Sincere sympathy to the Medd Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.
When we moved to Ilderton, just down the street from Marie & Don and the boys, they were one of the first families to welcome us to
community, and we all enjoyed a wonderful friendship with them.
Don was especially helpful to Mark with repairs and maintenance
to his snowmobile and rusty pick up truck.
His devoted work with the community hockey teams and the Ilderton Lions Club were also one of his notable accomplishments –
always helping others.
Sincere Sympathy
Jack & Marie Bannon & family .
Joan Robson
Marie, my thoughts are with you and your family.Don was a great guy with lots of fun stories and certainly had the interest of young people foremost in his life.
Joan
Lori and Keith Zerebecki
To the Medd family,
We were very sorry to hear of the passing of your Father, Grandfather and Great-grandfather Don. Please accept our most sincere condolences on your loss. May you always hold his memory close to you.
Lori and Keith Zerebecki
Deb and Rob Andrews and family.
John, Paul, Aaron and Marie and families
Our dear condolences on the loss of Don he was a great person and will be remembered and missed by his family, friends and colleagues for all his hard work and dedication.
Judy Soltys
Paul & family We’re so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Judy & Len
connie ramsay
sorry to hear about don , my brother and two sisters and myself had him as our teacher and principal in the one room school on the corner of Highbury Ave and thirteenth.,at which time prince Andrew public school was built. great memories and lots of fun.He was a great teacher and mentor.Heartfelt sympathy to all his famiy. Connie Ramsay
Bob and Nancy Rushton
Our sincere condolences to Marie and family. Don was a strong supporter of his community and will be greatly missed.
John & Mary walls & family
Paul,John,Aaron,Marie and families,
We were sorry to hear about don. We are currently in Peru but our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. A great guy with a big heart and a wonderful sense of humour. You will have many special memories. Will be thinking of everyone.
Marty and Karen Van Praet
Sorry to hear Don has passed away. We are thinking about you.
Pam delgaty
So sorry to hear of “Dad’s” passing. Our thoughts are with you Marie, John, Paul and Aaron.
With love from Pam and Simon
Elia Gallo
To the Medd Family
Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…my thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Elia
Helen McClure
So sorry Marie, Paul, John, and Aaron. Don was quite a guy, always a good word for everyone and also a joke or two. He will be missed by your family very much.
Helen
Marcy Harvey
I’m so sorry to hear of uncle Dons passing. I have many fond memories of him with the Medd and Harvey families. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Gord Moon
Paul,
So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Gord and Brenda Moon
Shirley Percival
Paul, so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Hopefully there are many good memories to reflect on. Please accept our condolences and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Warm regards,
Shirley
Kathy and Rick
We are so sorry for your loss and sending prayers to all of you.
Bob and Nancy Manning
Sorry to hear of Don’s passing. His friendly face and contagious laughter will be missed by all. Our thoughts are with you at this time and we are sure your memories and good times will be talked about alot in the coming days.