James Wilfred Britnell, born April 14th, 1928 passed away April 25th, 2021 at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital. Jim was predeceased by his wife Mary Beth April 24, 2020 and daughter-in-law Mary Ann (2018).
Jim was a graduate of the civil engineering program at U of T and was Huron County engineer for many years. He was very active on a variety of committees both, in his local community and provincially.
Missing him dearly are his children Barb (Brian), Joanne (Rick), Doug (Lesley) and Cathy (Jed). Fondly remembered by grandchildren Rian (Mandy), Craig (Keelia), Shane (Emily), Tyson (Krista) Jared, Nick (Cindy), Brianna(Hayley), Jill, Ted and Elyse.
He leaves four great grandchildren Lydia, Kolton, Cora and Avalee.
At Jim’s request, cremation has taken place. A private family gathering will be held when the current situation allows.
Memorial donations to the AM&G Hospital Foundation are gratefully acknowledged.
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Bob Dempsey
Mary Ann and I offer our sincere condolences to Jim’s family on the passing of a great man. We have many fond memories of county engineer get-togethers with Jim and Mary Beth. Jim assisted me tremendously in following him as the County Engineer of Huron County.
Sharon Brown
Our condolences to everyone. Our thoughts are with you.
Sharon and Paul
Paul Hord
My deepest condolences to the extended family. I recall many fun family visits to Goderich as a young boy. Always very warm and welcoming I have nothing but great memories. RIP Uncle Jim !
Deb and Rob Andrews & family
Cathy, Jed, Shane, Tyson, Jared and extended families
Sorry to hear of your dad, grandpa and great grandpa passing.
After reading his obituary it sounds like he lived a long and successful life and his legacies will live on in the ones he’s left behind.
Cherish all the wonderful years you shared together.
The Andrews family.
Diana Summers
I have great memories of Jim and I working together at OGRA. He was a most patient teacher,
With sincere condolences,
Diana Summers
Peter Nighswander
Eileen and I first met Jim at a Britnell family function in Toronto . My mother , Blanche, was a younger sister to Jim’s Dad.
We visited him in September 2018 in Goderich and he pointed out the sights as well as the family residence as we drove around town. It was a good day.
Please accept our sincere condolences.
Sharon and Gord Blane
So sorry for your loss. Sincere sympathy to all the families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Tom and Jackie Collings
It is the end of an era and fun times as neighbouring County Engineers and down on the farm. On our last phone call a few weeks ago we had a great visit and Jim was really with it. We will miss him. We are praying for all of you in the family. love Tom and Jackie
Blaser Swisslube
Our deepest condolences to the family of Cathy and Jed DeJong. Sincerely, Blaser Swisslube
Doreen McConnell
Our deepest condolences on the loss of your dear Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather to all the Britnell Family. Cherish all the wonderful memories.
Doreen and Dave McConnell
Jim Mulhern
Our condolence to Jim’s family.
Jim Mulhern
Susan Peister
My thoughts go out to all the family. I enjoyed many great times at The Britnell’s. Take good care of each other.
Susan Bushell Peister
Alvin McGee
Not all of the roads of life are as smooth as those in Huron County, their are bumps and turns, your friends and family gladly shared them with you.