EarI passed away peacefuIIy with his Ioving famiIy by his side at CIinton PubIic HospitaI on Monday, June 6, 2016. Born in Hibbert Township on Wednesday, May 24, 1922, son of the Iate Alex and Iettie (nee Moore) Roney, EarI Joseph Roney of RR#2 DubIin, was in his 95th year.
Married to his Ioving wife Gwen (nee IeaIess) on Oct. 4, 1947. Surviving are his daughters, GIadys Rock, Beth and Jim BurchiII, Iaura and BiII Campbell; GrandchiIdren Dan and Jen BurchiII, CheIsea and Scott Smith, Christine Campbell and Drew SIumskie; and Great-GrandchiIdren Malynn and Duncan BurchiII and Jack and Aubree SIumskie. Survived by his sister Hazel Huras; sister-in-Iaw Margaret Roney; brother Robert Roney and his wife Ruby; sisters-in-Iaw Dorothy and Margaret IeaIess, JeweI Butters; and brothers-in-Iaw Bryce IeaIess and his wife ShirIey, Wray IeaIess and his wife Bonnie and BiII Smith.
Predeceased by his parents Alex and Iettie; and his sibIings and sibIings-in-Iaw, EtheI and Bert Mahaffy, Edith and John Bell, Ray Huras, FrankIin Roney, VioIa and Harry Webster, Eric and Ivan IeaIess, BiII Butters and Susanne Smith.
EarI farmed in Perth and Huron Counties for over 70 years and enjoyed his crops, machinery and Ioved his beef cattIe. He enjoyed being a schooI bus owner-operator for 30 years, transporting students from Hibbert and area to M.D.H.S. and Upper Thames. He was a member of Main Street United Church in Mitchell and a 50 year member of Tudor Iodge #141 in Mitchell. He enjoyed travelling in his motorhome in Canada and areas in the USA, especiaIIy FIorida, and sociaIizing whiIe pIaying card games at home and away.
At EarIs request, cremation has taken pIace. There wiII be a CeIebration of Iife Service at the Mitchell GoIf CIub, 81 Frances St., Mitchell, on Sunday, June 19, 2016, from 2-4 p.m. with shared stories and tributes at 3 p.m. A private graveside committaI service wiII take pIace at Knox Presbyterian Cemetery in Mitchell at a Iater date.
As expressions of sympathy, memoriaI donations to the Seaforth Community HospitaI or CIinton PubIic HospitaI Foundations, or the charity of choice wouId be appreciated and can be made through McGlynn FamiIy FuneraI Home in Seaforth, 519-527-1390. OnIine condoIences and donations can be made by visiting EarIs memoriaI at www.mcglynnfamiIyfuneraIhome.com
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Ron & Theresa Murray
Dear Gwen & Family, Thinking Of you in your loss of Earl. Our Deepest sympathy. Ron & Theresa.
Wayne & Denise Anderson
Sending our thoughts and prayers to Gwen and the family. We only met a few years ago in Wiarton but we sure enjoyed the company of Gwen and Earl! Earl was a very special man in our hearts! Our deepest condolences!Wishing you peace as you go through this time of sadness and loss Gwen.
Heather (McPhail) Burrow
Gwen, Gladys, Beth and Laura, Extending my condolences to you and the Roney family. Earl was my favorite bus driver and a special cousin to my mother. May your memories comfort you in the coming weeks. Heather (McPhail) Burrow
Patti Fuhr
Gwen and Family: My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Many hours of cards and alot of laughs were spent with Earl and I always enjoyed our times together. I am glad I was able to visit with him recently. My kids spoke recently of the time he took them fishing in the creek and how much fun they had. He will truly be missed by all and heaven has gained another angel.
Maxine Crawford
Dear Gwen and family,
We were very saddened to hear of Earl&&single&&s passing. Mom (Beth Crawford/Roney) had such a special place in her heart for Earl. She often talked about when he would come out west with the thrashing crews when she was a girl.
When I lived in ON and mom and dad would visit, I was fortunate to tag along and to receive Earl and Gwen&&single&&s amazing hospitality and hear the stories of days gone by.
Please accept my deepest condolences.
Maxine Crawford
Doug & Kim Ahrens
Gwen, Gladys, Beth & Jim, Laura & Bill & families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss of Earl. Keep your good memories.
Tom O&&single&&Rourke
Dear Beth and Jim
Sorry to hear of your dad&&single&&s passing.
He will be missed. My condolences to you and your mom and families.
Sharon Wilfing
Laura, Bill and family We are thinking of you at this time of Loss. Never easy Hugs to you
JERRY & CHRISTINA FUHR
Dear Gwen & Family.
So sorry to hear about Earl&&single&&s passing. My thoughts & prayers are with you. Had a lot of memories over the years & enjoyed every minute.
Don & Shirley Gettler
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sadness. Please accept our condolences.
Dave and Lynne
Remembering Earl with his smile and happiness in his face just talking to us and all he came in contact with at any time. Deepest personal sympathy., Dave and Lynne , Nova Scotia
George & Joyce Vivian
Gwen & Family: We are sorry to read about the passing of Earl. Treasure all those memories.
Dr. Peter & Mrs. Donnalene Hodes
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. He will live forever in your hearts.
Michelle Murray
So sorry to hear of Earl&&single&&s passing.
Thinking of Gwen and the family at this difficult time.
Joan and Nick Vandermey
Hi Gwen and family.
So sad to hear of Earl&&single&&s passing. What a great guy. Wonderful smile . Was lucky to grow up in that wonderful neighbourhood .You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Shall not be able to attend Earl&&single&&s memorial service. God bless.
Karen & Ron Peters
Dear Mrs. Roney, Gladys, Beth & Jim, Laura & Bill…please accept our sincere sympathy for your loss. We have many fond memories of Earl. May all those wonderful memories carry you through this difficult time.
Joanne (Templeman) Donovan
My thoughts and prayers are with the Roney families at this sad time. I remember fondly my school bus rides to MDHS with Earl as our bus driver.
John Willoughby
Beth, it is with great sadness to learn of your Fathers passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Jim and all the rest of your Dads family. Cherish the memories.
Diane M. Osborn
Gwen, Gladys, Beth & Jim, Laura & Bill:
Please accept my sincere sympathy at this time. Keep the happy memories close to your heart.
Ron Harris
Gwen and Family. So sorry to hear of Earl&&single&&s passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family. From the Harris Family
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Jane and Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.