HOGG: James “Jim” Ratcliffe of Zurich *Updated
Posted By Haskett Funeral Home On May 20, 2025 @ 2:39 PM In Obituary,Zurich | 115 Comments
July 29, 1930 – March 16, 2025
Jim passed away peacefully at Blue Water Rest Home, Zurich on Sunday, March 16, 2025 at the age of 94.
Survived by his beloved wife of 74 years, Jocelyn ¨Joy¨ (Tyre), Proud father of Debbie (Larry) Denomme, Lesley (John) Jeffrey and Roberta “Boo” Robertson (Brian Fraser). Loved papa of Bryan (Cathleen), Matthew (Heather), Meredith (AJ), Philip; Jarrett (Michelle), Jordan (Kelly), Jessica (Dennis), as well as his sister Sharon (the late Roy) Terry of Regina, SK and numerous nieces and nephews in Canada and the United States. Fondly remembered by Tamra Denomme, Carolyn, Maja, Shannon and Meaghan Barr.
Papa was so very proud of his 12 great-grandchildren, Robyn, Teagan; Maxwell, Alex, Blake, Addison; Dominic Bryce, Danica, Landon, Liam, and Blaire. He loved it when they came to visit, his room was filled with photos and drawings by them and he was especially proud of Liam, who was his “buddy” in conjunction with St. Boniface School.
Dad was predeceased by his parents James and Caroline (Ratcliffe) Hogg as well as his siblings William (Belle), Laurie (Clyde) Coats and David (Phyllis).
Dad met our Mom in Regina Saskatchewan where they were married and later moved to Kenora where their three daughters were born. He worked for Air Ambulance (OCA) and trained in aircraft mechanics. We moved to Selkirk Manitoba where every winter Dad made us a skating rink in the backyard. He spent winters “up north” which is why we think he was always cold. In 1965 we moved to Toronto, which dad called the “Banana Belt of Canada” (he lied) where he worked for Found Brothers Aviation.
In 1967 Found Brothers bought the Grand Bend Airport and the family was relocated to Zurich. When the company moved back to Toronto Mom and Dad purchased St. Joseph store and gas station where he used the double garage and also built his own hanger so he could continue his love for aircraft and rebuilt wings, engines and fuselages.
Our parents were avid travellers and traveled extensively over the years to places such as China, Japan, Costa Rica, Cuba and England.
Dad had a wicked sense of humor, was forthright and an honest man. Dad was his grandchildren’s number one fan when it came to sports especially hockey and baseball.
The family would like to thank the fantastic staff at the Blue Water Rest Home who were able to provide our dad with the best care. Godspeed dear papa ~ we love you. Cheer on the Habs while drinking non-thickened scotch!
As per Dad’s wishes, his body has been donated to the University of Western Ontario for medical research. A come and go celebration of Jim’s life will be held at Haskett Funeral Homes, 49 Goshen Street North, ZURICH on Sunday, May 25th from 1 – 4 PM.
Donations to Alzheimer Society – Southwestern Partners, Blue Water Rest Home – Residents Fund or Brain Tumor Foundation of Canada would be appreciated by the family.
Condolences for the family of “HOGG: James “Jim” Ratcliffe of Zurich *Updated”
Joy, Lesley and John, Jarrett and Michelle and Dominic and families:
Thinking of you at this sad and difficult time in your loss. No matter the age it is a tough call to
lose one of our own. Treasure his wonderful memories and carry them in your hearts and he will live on forever with you. Deepest Sympathy.
Marion McCarter
Our sympathy to Joy and your family on your loss Your wonderful memories will be forever in your hearts
Our deepest condolences to Joy, Deb, Lesley, Bert, and your families on the passing of Jim, a longtime family friend. We were deeply saddened to hear the news. Through the years, Jim was always a pleasure to talk to—his positivity and kindness will be remembered. Though he may be gone, we hope you find comfort in the cherished memories you shared.
With sympathy,
Randy and Gail Oke
Deepest condolences to all of the Hogg family. Thoughts and prayers are with you all
Sorry for your loss Deb. Cherish the memories ✨️
Dear Joy and family we are sending you our sincere condolences at this time. Keep your memories of the good times close.
Our deepest sympathy to Joy and the entire Hogg family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Lesley/John and family. Since sympathy is sent on the passing of your Dad!
So sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Many sympathies & prayers to Jim’s family. We are so sorry for your loss🙏
We will miss your humour and infectious smile Papa! You will forever be loved and missed dearly. Enjoy the warmth up there with a scotch in hand!
What is there to say? Wickedly funny, unfailingly honest, a wonderful man. For me and my family having him in our lives was a joy. And oh, the memories. Rest easy, Jim. I hope you and Charlie are raising a glass together.
Bryan, Cate and family,
My deepest condolences to all of you. I know family is everything to you. Jim’s name will be remembered as such a blessing to you.
Hugs, Karen
Joy, Debbie, Larry, Lesley, John, Roberta and Brian and family. I’m so sorry for your loss. We have enjoyed the many family events spending time with Jim over the years. Cherish those memories.
My dearest Lady Joy, dear sweet daughters, Debbie(Larry), Lesley (John), Roberta(Brian), to all the grandchildren and great grandchildren, my deepest condolences to you all. This gentleman will be so missed by all who knew him, never missed a moment to say something to you or a simple wave was such rewarding coming from him he indeed was a gentle man. So fun be with him and have interesting conversations with him. Cherish all those memories you created, hold them close to your heart and they will bring you comfort. Holding you all in prayer during these difficult days ahead.🙏❤️
Sending our deepest condolences to all the family hugs, Jim had a great sense of humour he will be missed.
Remember him as his obituary describes him well to how l knew him growing up . Bert and I were close in age and worked at the store together for a time . Her mom and dad always had smiles on there faces . Joy , Deb , Lesley , Bert and family, my deepest condolences 💐
Dear Joy & all of Jim’s family!
My deepest sympathy on the passing of Jim.
My thought and prayers are with you at this very sad and most difficult time.
Sincerely Pauline Miller
With deepest sympathy to the family
Joy, Debbie, Lesley, Roberta and families
So sorry to hear the passing of your husband and dad.
Jim was an awesome gentleman I enjoyed the conversations I would have with him immensely He had a great sense of humour.
He will be greatly missed Cherish the memories
Our deepest condolences
Dennis and Barb Rau
Our deepest condolences to Joy and Families
Jim and Marlene Regier
Deepest sympathy to Joy & family.
Joy, Debbie, Lesley, Roberta and Families
Sorry for your loss of your husband, father.
Many years of known Jim as a neighbour and employer to my children at the St Joseph store.
R.I.P Jim
I am so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. He always made me laugh and gave me a hard time. He was so funny when I was working with him. Sending my love to you all,
Jackie Glover
Jim Hogg was truly one of a kind and I’m happy to have known him my entire life. He will be missed and never forgotten. Deepest condolences to each of you ♥️
So very sorry to all.
Hogg, Jeffrey, Denomme families. We send our love and prayers in the loss of your amazing Dad, Papa . Xo
Joy…it has been many years since I have seen you two, but I have never forgotten either of you..I think of you often and I laught at the thought of meeting you in Cuba.. as you know my husband passed away 17 years ago, and he loved you two right off the bat..my deepest sympathy to you and your family..may his laughter continue to be heard
it was an honour and a privilege to know this family and the legacy will go on
Sad to hear of his passing. So glad he enjoyed a loving family. Thank you Joy!
Our deepest sympathy to the entire families…..Cherish the many wonderful memories you have of such a wonderful man..
Larrv & Debbie and Families
So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. 🙏
Sincere sympathy to ALL of Jim’s loved ones a life well lived you will miss him so much but his love will live on in each of you Wishing you peace and comfort
Deb and family,
what an incredible man your father was, quite a legacy!!
Your hearts happy when you speak of his life. RIP sir, well done. 🌹
Joy and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of
you at this very sad time
Thinking of your family at this sad time. I’m so glad you are a close family and can share in all your great memories for years to come. Hugs Debbie and family.
May your Dad rest in peace.
🫂🫂🙏🙏❤️❤️
Terri
Thinking of you during this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy to the whole family . Thomas & Vreni Beeler with family ❤️
Joy and Family
Sorry to hear of the passing of Jim. May you find comfort in the memories you have.
Our deepest sympathy Joy and family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sending condolences on behalf of the Residents, Staff and Board at Blue Water Rest Home. You are in our thoughts during this difficult time.
Our sincere sympathy to your family.
Thinking of you all.
Our sincere condolences to Joy and all the family ,as you grieve the loss of Jim…..
Love and Prayers to all of you …..Mahlon & Pearl Ann Martin
Joy, Debbie, Lesley, Roberta and families. Sending my deepest condolences to your families.
SallyDesjardine
Joy, Debbie, Larry and family
Please accept our Condolences on the passing of your dear Papa, grandpa and great grandpa. Hold your memories dear, and your loved ones close. I’m sure many wonderful stories will be shared in the upcoming days, weeks, months and years.💞
Denise Byrne and family
Sending our deepest condolences to you and your family. May all the special memories bring you comfort at this sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Joy, Debbie, Lesley and Roberta
So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Although he is no longer with you here his spirit will carry on through all the lives that he has touched and the memories that were made. Thinking of you all during this difficult time and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Lori Dellow (Turkheim) & Rick Dellow
My sincere condolences to all of Jim’s family.
Our sincerest condolences to Joy and families on Jim’s passing. He was quite a guy and we are sure that all the fond memories you have of him will help you through this sad time.
Steve & Melodie Northey
I have great memories as a child running around hessenland seeing Jim coming in for visits and seeing them at the store. He always knew how to give a good joke and keep a smile on my face. He will be missed he was a great man. Lots of love coming from Cody, Ally and Evelyn ❤️
Joy and Families, our condolences on losing Jim. Take comfort in the memories that you’ve created.
Brenda and Walt Vermunt
Deepest sympathy to the entire Hogg family.
Ken and I have such good memories of you coming to our aid so many times at St Joseph’s. Remember the old Volkswagen van? Your store was always a warm inviting place for us – a direct result of the owners generosity.
Joy, Deb, Lesley, Bert, – our sympathy;
Jim was always a positive person and found time for family, friends and community. May you find comfort in your memories.
Robert and Alma
Thinking of all Jim’s family and friends. May your special memories. Bring you comfort. Our deepest sympathy to all.
Sincere Condolences to the Family.
Joy, Debbie, Lesley, Roberta and family. So sorry to hear of the passing of your legend! I remember Jim’s van with Jim Hogg and Daughter’s. I thought that was the best. He dearly loved his family and that will carry-on with the future generations, that is all we can ever hope for! Cherish the memories in all of your hearts. RIP Jim. 💖
Dear Joy, Debbie, Lesley and Roberta and all your families,
We wish to express our deepest condolences to all of you on the loss of a wonderful husband and father, grandfather. He will certainly be missed. Big hugs. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
My deepest sympathy to Joy and families at this time of grief
Love and prayers Mary Lou Erb
Joy, Debbie, Lesley and Roberta and families. So sorry for your loss. Remember the wonderful memories .
Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Mike and Beatie Rau
Dear Joy & families…Gary & I extend our deepest sympathies to you all. May Jim rest in peace now.
Sending my sincere condolences to the family
Dear Joy and family
Thinking of all of you at this difficult time.
Treasure the many wonderful memories and hold them close ❤️
Elaine
Our deepest sympathy to Joy, Debbie, Lesley and Roberta and families. We have great memories of Jim and Joy at the store at St Joseph. Praying for peace and comfort for all of you
Don & Charlene
Joy, Debbie,Lesley, Roberta and families
So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing.
Working at your store many many years ago
I remember him for his great sense of humour.
My deepest sympathy to all.
R.I.P. Jim
Dear Joy and the Hogg family.
So sorry to hear Jim has Passed.
Jim & Joy were great neighbours of ours for a few years .
Always enjoyed our get togethers .
Thinking of the family at this time …hugs
Cy & Eleanor
Dear Joy, Debbie, Lesley, Roberta and families
Thinking of you and sending our heartfelt condolences.
May loving memories bring you comfort.
Patti and Steve
Joy & family
Our sincere sympathy to all of you .. a life well lived and well loved ..
Barry & Melonie
My sincerest condolences to the family during this difficult time.
Our condolences to the entire Hogg family
To Joy, Debbie, Lesley and Roberta and all of Jim’s Family, sorry for your loss, remember all the wonderful memories and stories you have … with sympathy..Jacqui & Charlie
Joy, Deb, Lesley, Roberta, Bryan, Cathleen and families, heartfelt condolences on your loss of a dear husband, dad and grandpa. Jim was a friendly man. Cherish your precious memories. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Our sincere condolences in the loss of your father and father in law. May he Rest in Eternal Peace. Tom and Jean Miller. ( Aunt Louise Jeffery Cantins.) niece.
To Joy, Debbie, Lesley and Roberta, My deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband and father. I enjoyed getting to know Jim the last few years at the Rest Home. Praying God’s love will comfort you in this sad time.
Dorothy Dietrich
To Joy, Debbie, Leslie and Roberta and families. My sincere condolences! Jim sat at the same table as Doug and it was always nice talking to him. Great memories also at going to St Joseph Store all those years ago. I am so sorry for your loss.
So glad we were able to visit both Jim and Joy a couple of times while on our church mission in Detroit. We loved them dearly. I will always cherish the beautiful little hog they gave me as a remembrance of our visit.
God be with you til we meet again.
Love, David and Ileen Coats
Sending our deepest sympathies to you and your whole family. I spent alot of time with your family as a young girl and remember Jim as a loving Dad who was very proud of his girls! Keep all those special memories close to your heart ❤️
Ken & Deb Regier
Joy & Family
My sincere sympathy so sorry for your loss.
Linda Dietrich (BMO GB)
Joy and family my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.my sincere condolences.!
My deepest sympathy to Joy, Debbie, Lesley, Roberta and your family I am very sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you
Joy and Family
Sincere sympathy in your great loss.
Jim will be greatly missed by his family and many friends.
Thinking of you all at this difficult time in your lives.
Our sincere condolences to Joy and her family.
Jim and Joy had the best store giving our family years of laughter and enjoyment visiting them at St. Joseph’s.
Hugs
Rosemary and Bill Redhead
Dear Joy and family, I’m sending loving wishes to all of your in your loss of a good man! Sincerely,Donna
My condolences to Joy and her entire family. He was a wonderful man and loved by many
Joy, Deb, Lesley and Roberta
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of Jim.. His wit and humour will always be remembered. Many good times were had when our families were together. Cherish the memories.
Wayne and Debra Oke
Joy and family,
Our deepest sympathies to you all. You are all our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Sending our deepest sympathies to each of you with the passing of your precious husband, dad, grandpa and great grandpa. Truly a life well lived and we are all richer for having been given the opportunity to know and love Jim. Sending strength, love and hugs XO The Adams Family- Sue, Mark, Connor and Laura XO
Jim truly was one of a kind! There wasn’t a day where he didn’t make me laugh. Growing up I had always heard of Jim and Joy but it wasn’t until I got the pleasure of working at Bluewater and seeing Jim everyday that I got to truly know him! I’ll never forget his many loves, between ice cream, the music, the habs, black tea (with “none of that white stuff that makes it like soup”) and of course his dear Joy. Rest in the sweetest peace Jim. Sending prayers to each and every one of his family and friends.
Thinking of you Joy, Debbie, Lesley, Roberta and Families, as you celebrate the life of your beloved Husband, Father and Papa, you will forever cherish your big and small memories ❤️
To all the family please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of a St. Joseph’s icon. May your happy memories of Jim bring you peace.
Our deepest condolences to all Jim’s family…may you find comfort in the the beautiful memories you have shared.
Jerry & Rose
My condolences to Joy, Debbie and family.
Jim was such a sweetheart. I’ll always remember his love for Johnny Cash and sitting in the sun on a nice day.
Thinking of the times spent on Mom and Dad’s patio. The laughs and afternoon todies. Jim will be missed. Hoe that you Joy, will move on remembering all the good times that the two of you had. So sorry.
Kate, Jed, Rob and families 🥰
Dear Joy Debbie, Lesley and Roberta and families.
Loved to visit Jim at the corner store then visit Joy at their house behind the gas bar and store. So sorry for your loss.
Very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing.
My deepest condolences to you all.
Joy, Deb and the rest of the Hogg family. Sorry that Jim has passed away. He certainly had a long life. Hold the memories close to your heart and he will live with you forever. Our sincere sympathy. Bernice from the Alzheimer’s support group in Exeter
Dear Joy,Debbie,Lesley,Roberta and Families,
Sending our deepest condolences and prayers
Jim was a great man.
Cherish your memories
Thinking of your entire family
Joy, Debbie, Lesley, Roberta and families,
My sincere condolences to you at this very sad time. Your dad was so feisty and fun. He will be sorely missed by everyone who got the pleasure of meeting him.
Debbie and Hogg family.
Condolences on the loss of your father.
Brenda (Blair) Jones
Joy, Debbie, Lesley, Roberta & families;
Our sincere condolences in the passing of Jim. He certainly led a full, varied, well travelled and productive life. Great guy! I have fond memories of visits with Jim & Joy at their homes in St. Joe’s and then in Exeter. Always a good chat involved.
Jim (& Joy) were very valued customers of ours for several years as well.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Mark & Julie Heimrich, Sarah, Scott & Spencer & staff at Lifetime Water Products.
Dear Joy, Deb, Leslie, Bert and Family,
Sharing my deepest sympathy with you all at this sad time. I always enjoyed Jim’s sense of humour and I know you will miss him greatly.
Sending big hugs and much love, Pam
Sending hugs to my dearest Joy, Debbie, Lesley, Roberta and family. I shall miss seeing Jim’s impish grin in the BWRH posts, but my most favourite memory of Jim is when Joy and I stepped off the bullet train in Tokyo and ‘what to our wondering eyes did appear’ was Jim strolling toward us with that infamous grin! Surprise of the trip! Treasure your memories. ❤️
Our deepest sympathies to you all. You are all our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Condolences to Joy and all the Hogg family.
Susan (Parke) Holmes
My sincerest condolences.
My condolence to Joy and family, always loved his friendly greetings whenever I visited his store at the highway.
Joy & Debbie
Sending you my condolences on Jim’s passing. I don’t think I personally met Jim so only know him as your dad and husband. May all your memories bring you great comfort. Joy I miss our visits when you would take a break from caring for Jim and come have lunch at Exeter Diners. I did not know about his interesting flying /aero career but now when I hear the orange helicopter go over my house now I can think of Jim and the wonderful work he would have done. With Sympathy Dawne Erb
Sincere condolences to all of the family. So sorry for your loss.
Sincere condolences on your great loss.
Our sincere condolences to Lesley, John and family in the loss of you father and father in law. May he Rest in Eternal Peace. Jeannie and Tom Miller.
Windsor, Ontario
Our deepest sympathies to all of Jim’s family, Cherish your many special memories of times shared together.
My deepest condolences for your loss.
I worked at the gas station back in the mid-80’s as a teenager and I’ll always remember how Jim would raise an eyebrow when I did something stupid :)
I appreciated all the guidance and work lessons I got from Jim and Joy and I will remember him fondly.
Joy & Debbie and family
Very sorry to hear of your sad time. Thinking of you
Joy, Larry, Debbie and all families
Our sincere sympathy of your loss.
Barry & Melonie Miller
My Condolences to you and the family.
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