Jeffery, Harold – a lifelong resident of Goderich, passed away December 25th, 2018 at the age of 88. He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years Norma (Warnock) and adoring children, Kim (Jim) Hesser, Michael (Janice Fraser) Jeffery, Susan (David) Glousher, and Jennifer (Jeff) Denomy. He was much loved by his 13 grandchildren: Matthew Hesser (Kerry McCann), Jillian Glousher, Tanya (Marc) Lazor, Jeffery Glousher (Mary Frances Frayne), Mallory Denomy (Matt Summerfield), Julia Jeffery Garza, Alexa Jeffery Garza, Jacob Denomy, Olivia Denomy and Sydney Mitchell and two great grandchildren Sofia Jeffery Garza and Rosie Glousher. He will be forever remembered by many nieces and nephews and their families. Harold was predeceased by his parents John Jeffery (BHC) and Evaline (Ellacott) and his sister Eleanor Seltzer and her husband William Seltzer, sister-in-laws Sharon (Jack) Cook and Karen Butler. Harold is survived by one sister-in-law Joan Milner. Harold lived his entire life in Goderich and as a young boy began helping his father build homes and cottages in the Goderich area. In 1947 he joined his father in founding John Jeffery and Son Planing Mill and Builders Supply at 163 Elgin Avenue. In the beginning the company manufactured sashes, doors, kitchen cupboards and vanities, moulding and other custom made items. The expanding retail business and demand for specialty work soon required full time attention, custom home building was halted, and the business became John Jeffery and Son Building Supplies a banner that Harold continued to work under until the last post. Harold played guitar and was a trombonist with the Sundowners and in the Goderich Laketown Band. He built the first structure, a precursor to the existing band shell in Harbour Park, when the idea of Sunday night concerts was first conceived. He and his First Mate Norma and his four deckhands, were fixtures of the Goderich Sailing club in Snug Harbour and later at the Inlet Marina in their sailboat Felicity. Harold was never without a book in hand. His favourite subjects being history and nautical tales. He particularly enjoyed reading all of Samuel Pepys diaries and delighted in sharing the naughty exploits of the 17th century bad boy. Harold instilled the love of reading and books to his whole family.
Friends will be received at the McCallum and Palla Funeral Home (11 Cambria Road North, Goderich) on Friday, December 28th, 2018 from 2 -4 and 7 – 9 PM. A funeral service will be held at the McCallum and Palla Funeral Home on Saturday, December 29th, 2018 at 11 AM. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to the JOHN HINDMARSH ENVIRONMENTAL TRUST FUND or the HURON COUNTY LIBRARY – GODERICH BRANCH would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
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Robert and Beverly Budd
When we were building our home, I soon learned Harold was the man to see if you needed good wood. Loved to watch him carefully eyeing each piece. The best part of any visit to the yard though was just listening to Harold’s wonderful voice. I’d happily loiter around the shop looking at tools and asking for advice just to hear him talk.
As some one else pointed out Harold driving around town in the green truck was a touch stone for this community. Sadly missed for sure, but we’re grateful to have had the benefit of his many gifts. All the best to his family.
Wayne & Heather Lyons
Fondly remembering Harold………who came over to Essex Cottage in the early 1980’s one time, to check out a latch that had broken on one of our windows. He passed on his memory of making and installing the windows and storms back in the 1950’s when he started full time at the building yards with his father. This early 1900’s summer cottage was being converted to a year round house with a furnace at that time. He served the community well for so many decades. Such a wonderful person. Our sympathy to the whole family.
Carol Lahey
Dear Norma and family,
Sincere sympathy in your loss . Norma, you had a terrible week losing Edna and Harold. They will be missed and everything will be so different. You were a wonderful caregiver. Sincerely Carol Lahey
Mike Reynolds
Dave, Susan and Family:
We were sorry to hear of your sudden loss, may you find peace and comfort in the days ahead knowing that your dearly beloved is at rest.
Our sincere sympathy,
Mike and Claire Reynolds
Doreta (Jackson) Marks
I was very saddened to see the announcement of Mr. Jeffery’s passing. I remember as a kid visiting “John Jeffery & Son” lumberyard with my father (Don Jackson) many a Saturday morning! Both “Mr Jeffery’s” were always so kind to me and very helpful to my Dad in getting the supplies and advice for the project he was working on that day !
Please accept my heartfelt condolences at this most difficult time.
Vicki Dewinter
My deepest sympathy to all of you in the loss of such a wonderful man. I recently shared with Susan a picture of my very first Christmas ornament that was given to me by your mother and father probably 35 years ago. Hanging that ornament on my tree brought back many memories of your family. Your father touched many people’s lives and memories of him will lift your spirits everyday. My thoughts are with you.
Eleanor Erskine
Norma and family. We were surprised to read of Harold’s death in The. London Free Press. 63 years is what we are at also. I,m sure it is like losing your right arm! unfortunately we both have bad colds since Christmasand were unable to get to the funeral. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time in your lives. Bruce and Eleanor
Michael Palmer
Norma, Kim, Mike, Susan and Jennifer – our condolences on the passing of Harold. Although I moved from Goderich in 1975, I still remember your Family so very well….Harold endlessly driving by in the large flat bed “Jefferies and Son” truck…..Kim as the Queen of GDCI etc etc. Being neighbours across the street, both large families grew up together and got to know each other. When I last went to visit Harold and Norma, less than 2 years ago, I was left with the following strong impression left by Harold…he was a man of few words but many thoughts left unsaid.
May God bless each of you and your respective Families in this difficult period. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mike, Donna, Remick and Rhys
Benito and Susan Srdoc
To Mike family and Norma and family,
We are very sorry to hear about the passing of your father, husband and grandfather Harold. I have many memories of visits to Goderich and talking boats and varnish and lots of wood stuff. He was a wealth of information and it always came out slow and meticulous which showed a great deal of thought. Seems like he left a great impression on people. It hard to see the good ones go. We hope your cherished memories with him will last forever. Thanks Harold
Pauline Laithwaite Laithwaite
Our deepest sympathy to all the family. Pauline and Ed Laithwaite
Tony Whidden
So sorry to hear of the passing of a good man. My thoughts go out to Mrs. Jeffery and all the kids that I had the pleasure of growing up with in the best neighbourhood in town.
Paula Fraser
Dear Mike, Jan & Family, sending you my condolences and know that I have been thinking about all of you.
I only met your dad once Mike at your wedding but remember how he joined right in when everyone was dancing to gangnam style. That memory always brings a smile. Your dad sure lived a full life and I know he will be greatly missed by so many people. Love Paula
Steven Seltzer
When Uncle Harold’s sister Eleanor, my mom passed away in 1970 . He and his wife and family welcomed me into their homes unconditionally. I learned what caring and loving family is like which help build my moral fibre. Thank you both. Uncle Harold ,l will miss your patience, gentleness and your subtle humour. Thank goodness I have my memories.
Love Steven
Karen/Mike Sturdy/Karen
Please accept our sincere condolences in the passing of Harold.
He was a great individual and business man and very well thought of!
Rick&Jila Todd
I have some very fond memories of Harold starting back in 1973 when I moved to Goderich and lived around the corner. Mike and I quickly became friends and soon I was in school with Susan too and got to know Jennifer and Kim. Mike and I took sailing lessons and I was fortunate to go out sailing in Harold’s magnificent Fireball sailboats constructed in the garage in his “time off”. I worked at the lumber yard and drove to work and back with Harold and laughed to his same old jokes along the journey. He loved his work and his life-long customers and watching him interact with all the different people coming in the shop was a joy. He and Norma raised a wonderful family that I have remained friends with over the last 45 years. He will be missed.
Condolences to the whole family
Love Rick and Jila Todd
Jp & Michele Gagne/Berube
Mike/Janice and family, we are thinking of you in this tough times. Our deepest sympathy to all you.
Jp, Michele, Marc-Antoine and Alexandre
Cindy Fisher & Con Melady
To the Jeffery family – our sympathy to you in the loss of your Harold. Con considered him as a craftsman mentor – Harold had great patience and was so careful with his tools and materials. You will miss your family man and Goderich has lost a cornerstone. Con Melady and Cindy Fisher
Sharon Brown
Dear Norma and families, Harold was respected and admired in our community. We always had good chats in the yard when getting supplies. His children and grandchildren loved him and always spoke well of him. He will be missed. May all your memories of times shared together lighten your sadness at this time. Sharon Brown
Carolyn Carter
Dear Norma, Kim, Mike, Susan and Jennifer…. We are very sorry to hear of Harolds passing. We offer our sincere sympathies to all your families. No one made a trellis like Harold. He was a lovely man. He will be greatly missed.
Chris & Carolyn Carter
Diane Dodge
Dear Kim and Jim My deepest condolences to you and all your family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all
Sincerely Diane
Robin , Stepanie and Taylor Duncan
Dear Norma, Kim, Mike, Susan and Jennifer….We are saddened by the passing of Harold. We offer our sincere sympathies to your families. We know this is a hard time for you, but the strength of your family will help with the loss. We are thinking of you….All our love to each of you.
Joyce & Jack Bernhardt
Being a Nursing classmate of Norma, my husband & I met Harold on many occasions over the past 63 years. Harold was a quiet sole, but a hug was good for every one. he loved people, and had many friends in Goderich and othere venues where the
classmates of Norma lived who came to Brantford when June 1st Alunae dinners gatherings when the members
came together to celebrate like sisters , class of 1955 Brantford General Hospital. Our numbers are getting smaller, we are
getting older , we are traveling less,. we will miss our “sisters’ and husbands.
We will miss Harold`s. Strength to the Family and to Norma Joyce ( Gurney )&Jack Bernhardt Marllorytown ON
Douglas and Leone Sutor
Douglas and I were so sorry to hear of Harold’s passing. We had many memories of fun visits at our B.G.H. nurses reunions over the years with our husbands. We cherished those times and remembered him as a great friend, loving husband and a proud dad.
All our love to you Norma and your lovely family as we will be thinking of you in the coming days.
Douglas and Leone
Tim, Donna and Lana Clancy
Norma, Kim, Mike, Susan and Jennifer – our condolences on the passing of Harold. He was a good father, husband and neighbour who will be missed. It’s always difficult when you lose a loved one but the many great memories will live on.
Best wishes,
Tim, Donna and Lana Clancy
Barry & Marcia Parker
Harold Jeffery – his name resonates in the mind of this Goderich born apprentice of his much appreciated impromptu guitar and sailing lessons. Always with a warm heart and smile, but firm hand, he was observably a dedicated and loved husband, father and mentor to innumerable others willing to learn from his life’s skill-set. If not diligently working at his business, Harold found time to be a consummate Community citizen acting only in the best interests of the public at large. A wealth of conventional, wisdom he will be dearly missed.
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to all the Jeffery families.
Henk Kampers
Norma and family our sincere condolences ,may God give all of you strength at this very difficult time in your lives .
I will miss the visits and talks I had with him at the shop when picking up supplies for my boat .
Vicki and Cam Whiting
We are so sorry to news of Harold’s passing. We certainly relate to Harold’s love of books. He was never without one at the marina. We will keep his tradition alive and remember him. Much love and sIncere condolences Norma.
Jane Clancy
Dear Mrs. Jeffery, Kim, Mike, Susan and Jennifer,
My sincerest sympathies on the loss of Mr. Jeffery. He was a lovely man, always happy to see the neighborhood kids, laughing and giving us a little tease. So many great memories.
Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Jim McArthur
Norma and Family, Sorry to read of Harold’s passing. I have fond memories of playing with him in both the Goderich Bluwater Band and the Sundowners, 60+ years ago. Our thoughts are with you. Ann and Jim McArthur
Kim Baynham
Dear Norma and Family
Steve and I were saddened to hear of Harold’s passing. When we worked together Norma, I always enjoyed listening to your sailing stories and adventures.May your memories give you comfort. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Steve and Kim Baynham
Sue Gilders
Jeffrey family..all of us send our sincere condolences at this difficult time..So many fond memories to treasure..
Sharron Durst
Dear Norma & family,
My sincere sympathies for your loss.
Sharron Durst
Gayl and Barron Purser
Dear Norma and family. We extend our sincere condolences on your loss of Harold. He will be greatly missed by family and community
Stella Murray
Jennifer, I am so sorry to hear about the death of your Dad. My deepest condolences to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you
Stella
Frank and Marilyn Graham
Our sincere sympathy to your family in the loss of Harold. When we were in Goderich building houses, Frank bought supplies from Harold and his Dad. He was a very nice person and will be missed.
Keith & Jo-Anne Homan
We both loved Harold very much. He was always up for a hug.
Harold had all the Wooden Boat Magazines from Vol. no. 1 1974 to present. They were among his prized possessions. Keith was among the few that Harold would loan a copy to but only for a day and there was a strict sign out procedure. If the magazine was not back on time there always was a pleasant reminder call from Harold. We will miss his quiet spoken manner, his attention to detail, his love of work and family, his visits to the shop on our property were his beloved boat was stored, he and Norma spending endless hours getting the boat ready to go in the water.
The happy picture accompanying Harold’s eulogy says it all. In his boat and on the water!
Elaine Blair
Dear Susan & family –
We were saddened to read about your dad. He always took the time to have a wee chat when he visited the library & usually passed on a tidbit to make us smile.
Enjoy your happy memories.
Paul & Elaine Blair
Carmen & Stephen Filion
We were beside Harold and Norma’s boat , had many wonderful times with them, Harold was always waking around with his shoes untied I tied his shoes up often, he loved to sail my husband took him out several times sailing in our boat , Stephen said he had a huge grin each time! Harold tickle tickle you will be dearly missed! God bless 🙏🏼❤️
Liz Black-Petrie
Dear Susan and family:
Cherish all your wonderful memories of you dad during this difficult time and hold them close. We were very honoured to have known your dad through the shop.
Harold was so very friendly and I see that in you, Susan.
Hugs and sending healing, light and love,
Liz and Phil
JIm and Patricia Martin
Please accept our deepest sympathy on the passing of Harold. He will be missed. He was an icon in his green business truck around and in Goderich.
Mike Pottle
Our sincere condolences to Norma and Susan and the Jeffery family. Thinking of all of you. Harold will be greatly missed. Mike Pottle and family
Chris Thomas-Yurchuk
Dear Jeffrey Family. I am so very sorry to hear of Harold’s passing. He was a wonderful man and well loved in Goderich of that I’m sure. May your wonderful family memories help you through this very difficult time. My deepest sympathies to all of you.
Ted, Vicki and Jordan Henry
So sorry to hear of Mr. Jeffery’s passing. Will be thinking of Norma and family in the coming days.
John Banter
Harold was a kind and gentle man. if ever anybody needed a mold for others to duplicate, Harold’s would be the one used. Always helpful , and with a smile. R.I.P. Harold
Dave & Laurie Ellis
Norma and family so saddened to hear of your loss. Harold was one of the best huggers ever – we loved his amazing smile and stories. You both were also a very big inspiration of how to live your life to the fullest. If there is anything we can do please let us know – you are all in our hearts and prayers. He was one of the good guys and will leave a huge void at the Marina and in Goderich.