Passed away peacefully surrounded by his soul mate and loving family at LHSC – University Hospital on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at the age of 84. Cherished husband of Yvonne (Denomme) for 64 blessed years. Proud father of Lori and Hugh Pearson, Lynn Marie and Mike Finney, the late Jeffrey Hartman (1966 – 1972) and, Jonathan and Nalini Lyn Hartman. Adored Grandpa of Nicholas, Brooke, Jeffrey, Michael and Ashley, Ginny, Tyler, Katie, Cole, Luke, Chris and Kathryn, and Kayla. Fun Loving Great Grandfather of Kyrie, Ruby, Carter, Oliver and Elzada. Dear brother and brother in law of the late Cecelia (Louis) Farwell, the late Victor (Irene) Hartman, Lawrence (Mary) Hartman, the late Jean (Greg) Fleming, the late Ray (Janice) Hartman, the late Richard (Cecile) Hartman, Cyrille (Anne) Hartman, the late Gerald (Rita) Hartman, Robert (Joanne) Hartman, the late Ambrose Denomme, the late Benjamin (Lillian) Denomme, the late Clemence “Blackie” (Geraldine “Red”) Denomme, the late Lucienne “Lou” (Eldon) Denomme, Joseph (Marlene) Denomme, the late Albert (Marion) Denomme, the late Leo Denomme, George “Kizan“ (Annette) Denomme, Peter (Gisele) Denomme, Tillie (Henry “Darl”) Rau, and the late Anthony Denomme. Also predeceased by his parents Therese and Kuno Hartman and his in-laws Juliette and Armand Denomme. Loved dearly by many Godchildren, nieces and nephews.
Michael spent his career in banking from being a teller to a Senior Executive with the Bank of Nova Scotia across Ontario, Quebec and Manitoba. He was always involved in the communities in which he lived which included participation in his local Churches, the Knights of Columbus (4th degree member), the Rotary Club and his local residential association. After retirement, Michael and Yvonne moved to Bayfield, where he enjoyed organic farming. Throughout his life, Michael was guided by his love of family, his deep faith and his capacity for unconditional love.
The family wants to express their extreme gratitude to all of the staff at London University Hospital who provided such amazing care to Michael and who supported our family with compassion, humanity and loving care.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home 456 Main Street, Exeter on Wednesday, November 20th from 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 PM, with prayers starting at 5:45PM.
Mike’s memorial mass will be held the following day at St. Boniface Roman Catholic Church, 22 Mary Street, Zurich on Thursday, November 21st at 11 am with visitation starting an hour prior. Cremation has taken place. Interment at St. Boniface Cemetery.
If you are unable to attend the service in person, the family invites you to watch the service live or at your convenience by visiting https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN_P25W7lF9pI3SnXAyu5KQ
Donations to the Companions of the Cross or London Food Bank in Michael’s memory would be appreciated by the family.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Martin and Cheryl Gelinas
Dear Yvonne and family,
Our deepest condolences to you and all your families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Dougall Family
Dear Jonathan, Lyn, Tyler. Katie, Cole, Luke and the Hartman Family,
We would like to express our sincerest condolences on the loss of your dear father and grandfather. We remember meeting him many years ago at one of the basketball games and recall his warmth and friendly disposition. We know how much you all adored him and he loved all of you so deeply. Sending our love and prayers at this difficult time. Lots of love from Brenda, Rob, Caitlin and Jessica Dougall
Allison Smith
Dear Lori and Hugh, Nicholas and Ginny. Our condolences on the death of your father/grandfather. These are difficult times and we will be thinking of you.
Allison and John
Ron & Theresa Murray
Dear Yvonne & family, We were sad to hear of the loss of your dear Micheal! He was a beautiful person! I knew him since we were neighbours in Zurich! Our deepest sympathy ! Love & prayers , Ron. Theresa( Ducharme) Murray.
Deb Regier
To dear Michael’s family and friends sending sincere sympathy . He will be missed RIP
Steve and Pat Meidinger
My most sincerest condolences to you Yvonne and your family! Michael was a man of great faith! Maybe rest in peace!🙏🙏
Mary Denomme
To Aunt Yvonne and family.
Sending all my love and prayers to you. Uncle Michael was one of a kind and will truly be missed.
Love
Mary❤️❤️
Theresa Egan
Aunt Yvonne and my dear cousins…I so wish that I could have made the trip to join you in person. My heart is with you right now as I attend Mass with you online from my home. I mourn with you the loss of Uncle Michael from this earth. But I celebrate and treasure all that cannot ever die, which is his impact on me and on everyone through his goodness, his integrity, his generosity, his never ending support, and his unconditional love. This world is by FAR a better place for his being here, and his Spirit and influence is FOREVER. I love you all ♥️
The Rees Family (Oakville)
Jonathan, Lyn, Tyler, Katie, Cole, Luke and the entire Hartman family and extended families – our deepest condolences; we are thinking about you during this difficult time.
Sandra, John, Julia, Josh and Harrison
Gail Hoevenaars
Michael was one of the most faith filled, gentle, loving, kind, wonderful and caring men I knew.
I send my love and prayers to you, Yvonne and your family too.
I am so sorry that Michael is gone , but know he is in the arms of Jesus.
I pray for your strength and know that Jesus will be with you always.
Love n hugs
Gail
Ken & Linda Genttner
Our deepest sympathy to you Yvonne and family, Hartman and Denomme families. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Ken & Linda Genttner & family
The Parishioners of St. Justin's Parish, London, ON
The faith community of St. Justin’s Parish in London has lost a great man. He and Yvonne are pillars of faith, family and love. He showed us how to be a devoted and loving husband and a true disciple of God. He always sought to learn more about the Truth and inspired us to do the same. Rest in peace, our friend in Christ.
Kris, June and Nigel Taklalsingh
To our Dearest Son-in-Law, Jonathan Hartman, our daughter Lyn and grandchildren Tyler, Katie, Cole and Luke; we are saddened by the passing of your dearly beloved, Dad and Grandpa, Michael Hartman and send our heartfelt condolences to your Mom Mrs. Yvonne Hartman, sisters Lori, Lyn Marie and their families.
Over the past 25 years that we became family, we have been blessed to know Michael Hartman, a wonderful person, so pleasant and considerate; a good man. We enjoyed many family gatherings together and will miss him tremendously. He leaves a legacy of strong faith.
Our thoughts and prayers have been with you over the past 2 weeks; we pray that GOD will comfort and strengthen you as you celebrate Michael’s life and Home-going; may His peace rest with you, bless and keep you, always
Ray Ducharme
Dear Yvonne and Family
I am so sorry to hear of Michaels passing
I always remember him as being so kind and gentle when ever we met
My deepest condolence to the Family
Ray Ducharme
Jan Denomme
Yvonne & Family please accept my condolences in the passing of Michael.
Keeping you in my thoughts & prayers.
Sandy Denomme Vaughan and Jim Vaughan
Dear Aunt Yvonne, Lynn, Lori and Johnathan, Our deepest sympathies are with you on the passing of Uncle Michael. So glad I was able to see him recently. Jim thoroughly enjoyed the day he spent with Uncle Michael at his organic butcher shop at the London Market a few years back. Many lovely memories.
Bob and Mary Young
Mike was an excellent bridge player
who had an excellent sense of humour Our prayers go out to the families and he will be missed
Bob and Mary Ellen Young
Marie Sawa
Dear Yvonne and family, my sincere condolences on the passing of Michael.
Prayers and healing thoughts.
Linda Ferguson
Aunt Yvonne and your beautiful family:
Uncle Mike has always been such a positive and enduring influence in our family.
We send our kindest condolences on your loss of such a special man.
We’ll be forever grateful for the gift of his care, concern and love.
Linda, Ferg and family.
Ben and Krista Debus
Dear Aunt Yvonne and family. We are sorry to hear of the passing of Uncle Michael. He was a wonderful man and will always be remembered for his smile and incredible friendly personality. We would like to pass on our condolences and know you and your whole family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Dave and Deborah Davies
Dear Yvonne: Our hearts are heavy. Michael was such a good man, kind, caring and giving. We are deeply grateful to both of you. We are so, so sorry for your loss. Hugs – deb and dave davies
Winnie Robinson
Certainly anyone who knew Michael knew his deep faith and his unending love for his family and friends. Michael was a great example of living God’s way. He will be missed by those lives he touched, but he will be forever in our thoughts and hearts. My life has truly been blessed with Michael & Yvonne‘s friendship and example
Judy & Gerard Grenier
Yvonne & family
So sorry for the loss. Our thoughts & Prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Gerard & Judy Grenier
Martha Cole
My deepest condolences to the Hartman family for the loss of an amazing person who now is seeing the face of God I grew up with many of the Hartman siblings and I knew how faith and love of
God and family were a way of life with the family. I’m so sorry, Yvonne, for losing a wonderful person in your life. May the memories of the past 64 years you celebrated together support you during this sad and difficult time. Prayers are coming your way. Martha Cole (nee Corriveau) and Wayne Cole.
Alice Masse
Yvonneand Family
Thinking of you all at this most difficult time
Sincere Sympathy
Alice &Don Masse
Dorothy Kay
Dear Aunt Yvonne, Lori, Lynn, Jonathan and all of your Families… You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May the happy memories you will share with each other comfort your hearts.
Rest in peace, Uncle Michael, and thank you for all the goodness you brought to this world and to our entire family! We will certainly miss you!
The FaceTime, we were blessed to share a few days ago, makes my heart warm and so much lighter. ♥️
Love, Dorothy and Rick
Ron and Dianne Ducharme
Dear Yvonne and Family
We were saddened to hear of Mikes passing He sure will be missed
Ron and I said that you and Mike were a sweet couple Our thoughts
and prayers are with all of you at this very sad time
David Tindall
God Bless you U. Michael. Was always No. 1 in my heart. To A. Yvonne and family, may I offer my deepest condolences. Love U forever.
David & Cory
Brenda Brunelle
Sending our deepest condolences to all of you during this time of transition. May your sorrow quickly turn to joy knowing Uncle Mike has safely made it home. Our faith teaches us that this is a time of celebration, while our hearts grieve with sorrow. Take the time to do both, celebrate his life and grieve your loss. Uncle Mike certainly had his unique way of keeping our large family connected. Sending love and Hugs to Aunt Yvonne to all of your children, and grandchildren.
Randy & Carol Denomme
So sorry to hear of Uncle Mike’s passing. Please accept our condolences.❤️
Milda smith
my heart is so broken to hear we lost such a special man. Yvonne I am so sorry for your loss. We will miss you Michael. Sending prayers to the whole family.
Mike and Beatie Rau
Yvonne and family, our prayers and condolences are with you at this time .
Mike and Beatie Rau
Mary Ducharme
My heartfelt condolences to you Yvonne and your family.
Sending healing prayers and comfort during this sad time.
R.I.P Michael
Wayne and Tonie Hartman
You are in our hearts and prayers Aunt Yvonne, Lori, Lynn Marie, Jonathan and family during this difficult time. Uncle Mike is now with Jeffery looking down upon you with love. Treasure the memories. God bless and RIP Uncle Mike
Rita Broscatean
My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family during this time of sorrow. I am sharing in your sadness as we remember Michael .His legacy will live on through the love and values he instilled in you. Wishing you and your family peace and comfort during this challenging time.
Fr Richard Charrette
Dear Yvonne and Family of Michael:
I am saddened by the death of your wonderful husband and father and grandfather, who was a close friend of mine. I offer you my deepest sympathy. I will offer mass for Michael and his family and keep him and you in my prayers. Unfortunately, because of my present hip problems, I am unlikely to be able to travel to Zurich for his funeral. I am sorry about that. But you are all very much in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, Fr Richard Charrette
Nancy Denomme
Dear Aunt Yvonne and Family
My deepest Condolences. May all your beautiful memories and moments you shared give comfort to all in this difficult time.
Eternal Love
Nancy Denomme and family
Tracy
My dear Godfather Uncle Michael,
You have touched my life in so many ways by your love, words of wisdom, and encouragement over the years! You will be missed but always in my heart.
My thoughts and prayers to you,
Aunt Yvonne , dear cousins Lori, Lynn, Jonathan, and families
Love Tracy Rob Logan Cole and family
Elizabeth Welch
My deepest sympathy to Yvonne and all your family.
Michael was an amazing person. As a friend at Coventry Walk he was so very kind and such a social person . He will be missed by many. Rest in peace Michael.
Elizabeth Welch.
Todd & Laura Delamere
Jonathan, our sincere condolences to you and the entire family on the loss of your father. We are thinking of you and wish peace and comfort as you grieve the loss.
Phil & Linda Regier
Dear Yvonne & Family, our sincere condolences. Mike was such a wonderful man, he will certainly be missed by all. Unfortunately we will not be able to attend the wake or funeral but will have all of you in our thoughts & prayers 🙏
Annette Denommd
Yvonne and family, so sorry to hear of Michael’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
George and Elaine Keller
Yvonne and family. George and I extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Michael was always so welcoming and pleasant to anyone he met. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Fr Graham Keep
Dear Yvonne and family. I want to offer my sincerest condolences and prayers at the death of Michael. He was such a good man, kind and caring. He was a great help to me personally when I was pastor there. I will be offering masses for his soul. Entrusting him through the Immaculate Heart of Mary to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Judy May Low
Yvonne, I am so sorry to hear of Michael’s passing. My sincere condolences to you and your family at this sad time.
Judy
Margy and Mark
Dear Aunt Yvonne and family,
You have our condolences on the passing of dear Uncle Mike. We are praying for you all as you grieve the loss of your beloved. We pray for the repose of his soul, too. His warm smiles will be missed. Faith and Family. He loved and lived for both.
Carmen JONES
Dear Cyrille, Anne and family,
Sending our condolences on your loss.
David and Carmen Jones
David Partridge
Please accept our deepest condolences. Sorry that we are unable to attend the funeral or visitation. Mike certainly worked hard for our community
David and Fern Partridge
Rita
So sorry for the loss of your Dad, Lynn Marie.
I don’t know the rest of your siblings but judging by who I know you to be, he has left an amazing legacy in his children. My heart goes out to all. Much love. Rita
Jerome Sweeney
Yvonne……..You have our deepest sympathy and prayers for yourself, your family, and the repose of Michael’s soul….. Sincerely, Jerome and Carmel