Doug Drennan of Ashfield Township and Kincardine. We are sad to announce that on April 24, 2020, Doug passed away peacefully at the Huron Hospice. He was in the ninety-first year of a life well lived. Loving father to Dennis (Joanne) of Goderich, and Al (Jean) of Whitby. Grandfather of Philip (Ansley) of Waterloo, Laurel of London, Kevin (Nick) of New York, and step-grandson Keith (Hannah) of San Francisco. Predeceased by his loving wife, Thelma (Kennedy), his parents Isabel (MacDonald) and Ellwood Drennan, as well as his brothers, Bill and Ken. Also missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Doug has been reunited with Thelma, his wonderful wife of 67 years! They will be relieved to be back together playing afternoon euchre before a potluck dinner and enjoying TV bingo, the Leafs, and the Blue Jays.
Doug farmed and drove a school bus in Ashfield Township for 25 years. He then took his talents to Cedar Grove Senior Citizens’ Apartments in Kincardine, where he was superintendent for the building. They happily lived there for 35 years and played an important role in the social life of this community. After the loss of his wife, Doug spent almost two years at Goderich Place Seniors’ Residence where he enjoyed the care, friendly atmosphere, and musical entertainment of that special community.
A celebration of Doug’s life will be held, when appropriate, at a later date. Final resting place will be with his wife, Thelma, at Kincardine Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Huron Hospice would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
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Barbara (Leadbetter) Grace
Al, Dennis and family I was sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. My condolences. I have fond memories of how sweet and welcoming both your parents were when we would visit the farm. When so many families are unable to be with their loved ones during this pandemic it was heartwarming to hear you were able to visit and be with him until his passing.
Joanne (Thompson) Whitney
Al, Dennis & Families
Very sorry to read of your Dads passing.
Sending you my sincere condolences, Joanne Whitney
Kathy O'Keefe
Dear Dennis, Al & families,
Some very good people have gone home to God recently!
I have many fond memories of your parents, Doug and Thelma!!!
The Kintail General Store was our meeting grounds. Your Mom
was a warm, cheerful and dear person. Your Dad would often
stop into the store for a visit. They were a beautiful couple,
well matched! Dennis and Al you are a very close family, all
united in the circle of love and life.
Dennis, I remember wonderful chats with you at the store
and on the school bus!
My Mom died on May 1st in Stratford and I was with her.
Her burial is today.
With fond memories and love,
Kathy
John and Katherine Gowing
To the Drennan Family – We are sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. John remembers him fondly from minor hockey days and describes him as ‘one of the good guys’ and a true gentleman. Please accept our sincerest sympathy.
John and Katherine
chris and mary ellen maclennan
Sorry for your loss I have many found memories of Doug and Thelma when I was young as he drove me to school for my first two years and they were very good friends of my grandparents stuart and helen I remember them going on a trip to florida together I think as there are pictures of them with doug and thelma there, and I used to talk with them on the parade nights in kincardine he was one of the last of that age group from the area and will be well remembered by the maclennans
Jim Van Osch
Our condolences to Allan, Dennis and your families. Bill and Ann always enjoyed Doug and Thelma’s company and were glad to call them friends. The years when Thelma worked at the Kintail store, they remembered fondly. As a young boy I can’t remember a time when Doug or Thelma didn’t have a smile on their face. How could you not like a couple who would go to the dump to celebrate their wedding anniversary.
Our prayers are with you, Bill Van Osch and Jim and Terrie Van Osch.
Melanie Nurse
Dennis, Al, Joanne, Jean and your families, I want to pass on my condolences and big hugs to the passing of Doug
I had the pleasure of helping Doug for these last few years. He laughed at my jokes, let me harass him, and always had a twinkle in his eye.
He loved talking about Thelmas’ baseball team and her photo, and talking about the big snowstorm while he was a bus driver, and they stayed at the school with all of the students.
When Dennis or Al would go on their travels, we would look at the calendar to see where they were.
Each night, when I left Doug, I would tell him to keep looking out the window, to keep an eye on the place, I hope he is doing that now
Thank you for letting me get to know and take care of Doug, I am going to miss him
Melanie
David and Michelle Smith
Dennis, Joanne and family we are so sorry for the late condolences on the passing of Doug. It was a pleasure to know Doug and Thelma. Our deepest sympathies.
Sincerely David and Michelle
Jim and Mary Frayne
Al, Dennis and families – please accept our condolences on the loss of your father. He was an admirable man, a wonderful person and a loyal sports fan. I remember Doug and Thelma preferred to watch hockey games from the corner of the arena near the glass on my left-hand side. They had a perfect view of an abundance of pucks entering the net when I was playing goal. They were a well-matched team that was held in high regard by everyone who knew them. Jim and Mary Frayne
Ray Donnelly
Al, Dennis and families: Sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. We want all of you to know our thoughts are with you.
Ray and Linda Donnelly
Patricia Endicott
I am saddened to hear that we have lost Doug, and send my condolences to his family.
Over the past few years I have gotten to know his family and know that he and Thelma would be so proud of those they have left behind.
Francis & Gail Huber
Sending our deepest condolences to Dennis, Jean and the rest of the Drennan family. We did not know Doug but we are sure that he was a wonderful father and friend. May peace be with all of you.
richard and Laurine madge
To Al, Dennis and your families: our sincere condolences. You will have many good memories of your parents.
They were a wonderful couple and raised a couple of pretty good boys. (Not bad students, either)
Laurine and Richard Madge
Beverly and Orville and family Wayland
Our deepest sympathy to Al, Jean, Dennis, Joanna and their families upon the passing of Doug. I remember uncle Doug as always smiling, enjoying everyone’s company and the many holidays we share on the farm. Memories are one of our most valuable gifts from the ones we love.
Theresa Dick
To Dennis and family. Jim and I would like to send our condolences to all of you at this difficult time. Jim and Terry Dick
Connie Tasker
I am so sorry to hear Doug is no longer with us. I volunteered at Goderich Place and I so loved teasing Doug! He had such a wonderful personality which made you love him from the first time you met him! Have fun dancing with the angels Doug! You will be missed!!!
Dennis Drennan
Dad was a very kind, gentle, loving father to my brother Al and I, but the one quality he had that I respected the most was how he treated my mother. He loved and respected her every day of his life, and the two of them gave us the most solid foundation we could ask for …. we were very lucky indeed. Dad loved life and he loved spending it with Mom at his side. I never saw, or heard them argue, and they always approached any problems as a united team. The love and support we received from them was beautiful. Dad has now gone to join Mom again, and I am happy that he will now be happy again to see her. I love you Dad … you were the best father to us. Thank you, and Rest in Peace. You deserve it.