Passed away peacefully at South Huron Hospital on Monday, December 23rd at 88 years of age with family by his side. Beloved husband of Kathleen (Kate). Proud father of Owen (Kellie), Sharon (Glenn Snow), Michael (Louise), Chien (They), and Thang (Amui). Grandfather of Rashel, Kylee and Mikaela Moriarty, Conor, Colton, and Bayley Snow, Amanda Van Boven (Nathan), Thomas, William (predeceased) and George Hoang, Christina and Selena Hoang. Great grandfather of Samuel and Lila Van Boven.
Born in Ireland, raised on a farm, always had a love of the land and animals. Trained as a psychiatric nurse in Killarney, County Kerry, went on to get his RN in London, England and further trained to be an Occupational Therapist in Dublin, Ireland in 1964. Emigrated to Canada with his family in 1968, worked at the Goderich Psychiatric Hospital, and then at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital in Goderich until his retirement.
Michael loved playing and watching golf, soccer and Gaelic sports. Loved Ireland and its history , and keeping up with world news. He had a wonderful sense of humor and a great gift for telling stories.
Michael will by greatly missed by family and friends.
Visitation will be held at St Peter’s Roman Catholic Church in Goderich on Monday, December 30th at 10:00, followed by the funeral mass at 11:00 am. Spring interment St. Peter’s Catholic Cemetery. Donations would be greatly appreciated in Michael’s memory to the Cancer Clinic at LHSC or the South Huron Hospital Foundation in Exeter.
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Janet Dekker
Kate I am sorry I was unable to attend Mike’s visitation. I have great memories of the years we all worked together at AMGH. My sympathy to you and your family.
Damien Bradley
My sincere condolences to the family.
Sheila Kelly
Dear Kate and family, Sincere condolences to you all on the sad passing of Michael. May he rest in peace. We had many years of happiness in St Finans hospital, Killarney when we worked there with Michael. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sheila Kelly and family , Coolcuslough, Killarney
Sylvia and Robert Gray
Our condolences to Kate, and all the family. During the short time we got to know Mike it was easy to see what a great sense of humour he had. He was always kind and thoughtful and the love for his family always shone through. May he rest in heavenly peace with the Lord.
Margaret and Dermot Clifford
Sincere condolences to you Kate,Eoin, Sharon, Michael and to all the extended families.
We are very sad to hear of Michael’s passing.The light of Heaven to him.
Michael was a true gentleman and had a lovely cheerful way about him,always in good spirits.
May he rest in Peace.
Colleen and Mick Burke
We are sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. We have pleasant memories of time spent with him on his visits to the cross. To Kate and family our sincerest sympathy.
Martin and Cheryl Gelinas
Dear Kate,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to you and all of your families. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Una Crowley
So very sorry to hear of Micks death.
I worked with him in Goderich over fifty years ago.
He and Kate were so welcoming to Anne and myself when we arrived from Ireland.
My sincere sympathy to Kate and family at this very sad time.
RIP Mick
Meris Harvey
My heartfelt condolences to Kate and family. Michael was a force of nature!! I worked with him for many years at AMG Hospital, and had a lot of respect for his talent, compassion, humour and his insight into human behavior. He was a gifted storyteller who could spin an ordinary tale into a captivating story. He was never boring!!
Michael will be missed, but God will have the perfect job for him in heaven. I know you were welcomed with open arms, at the pearly gates upon your arrival old friend. Fly with the angels…..you have earned your wings.
Eoghan,Frances andAoireann Moriarty
A beautiful memory dearer than gold –
of a Uncle whose worth can never be told.
There’s a place in my heart, no one can fill
I miss you Uncle and always will.
Remembered with Love
Rosemary Beange
Dear Kate & family,
Sincere condolences on the passing of Mike,
Still remember the fun times we had in Florida
when you, Mike and Father Pluta spent a month
in NPR. Cherish your wonderful memories.
May he rest in peace.
Allan&Rosemary
Penny Mc Grory
Sincerest sympathy to Kate, Owen, Sharon and Michael John and family, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of dear Michael. Very find memories of a kind caring and true gentleman it has been an honor and privilege of knowing Michael for the past 60 years.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time, may Michael rest in peace.
Penny & Family Dublin, Ireland
Eamon and Sheila Daly McGuire
Sincere condolences to Kate and all the Moriarty family in Canada and Ireland. Michael was a greatly loved brother to Joan, our step-mum, who told many great stories about their childhood in Lawlor’s Cross. They are all united in heaven now. You are in our thoughts this difficult time.
Charlie Wick
Sincere condolences to the entire Moriarty family.
We were blessed to be close neighbors of the Moriarty family for many years just south of Goderich.
We went to school together and many social and church functions.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all through this very difficult time.
Lots of love from the Wick family.
Kieran Donaghy
Sorry for your loss Kate and family from the Donaghy’s in the kerries east Tralee.
Michael was my grandmothers brother and I used to meet him when he would visit Ireland. Loved his gentle way and the little twang in his accent. I know he would watch the Kerry games when he could if I was playing and I know he was proud no matter the result.
The last of the Moriarty’s from Killcummin and they are all together now. Thinking of ye at this difficult time. Kieran, Hilary, Lola Rose, Indie, and Ruby May xxx
Jim McDade
Shelagh and I were saddened to hear of Mike’s passing. In addition to working at the hospital, Mike served as a Catholic School Trustee. His contributions to Catholic education in Huron-Perth counties was significant. Through his work as a Trustee Mike worked selflessly to improve the quality of Catholic education. His professionalism and hard work was admired by staff and students alike. Mike truly was a role model for those who knew him. Our deepest sympathies to Kate and family.
veronica hotchkiss
So sorry for your loss of or husband Mike..
Cecelia Denomme
Dear Kate – you and your family are close in our hearts . Michael was a special man – his caring – his faith – his friendship – an example to all. He will always be missed and remembered.
Don and I are blessed – with your friendship..
With sympathy and prayer – Love Cecelia and Don
John Harrison
Sincere condolences to the Moriarty family on the passing of Michael. Mike and I shared many hours together, as work colleagues and golf buddies. His cross-handed golf grip was unusual but he learned to perfect this swing and became a better than average golfer. I can still smell the sweet aroma from his pipe when he would light up a bowl from his pouch of Erinmore pipe tobacco. I enjoyed
listening to his many stories and shared memories of Ireland and the County of Cork area in particular. St Patrick’s Day was always special and we will leave it at that.
You were like a brother, thank you for your support, guidance and friendship.
Claire Reynolds
Kate and family,
We were very sorry to hear of Michael’s passing. He was a great man….and a great friend to many, especially to Mum and Dad.
Dad and he always enjoyed a story or two about golf, soccer and any other sport that was on TV.
Know that we are thinking
Of you all at this time of sadness, sending hugs and healing your way…
And I’m sure Dad and Mike are sipping on a Guinness and catching up on old times right now……
Love The Reynolds Family
Donna O'Brien
Mike was an interesting,kind gentleman!
It has been my pleasure to know him the past five years!My deepest sympathy to dear Kate and her loved ones!
Sincerely,Donna
Michael Ball
Mick, my Uncle Mick as I knew him, was my godfather and a wonderful man through and through.
I have very fond memories of him as I was growing up and since then. He even gave me his older car once when I needed it at university for co-op!
I love to see him with my own kids when we have been back from Calgary in recent years. One of the kindest people you could ever meet. I’ll miss him.
Sincerest condolences to the family, and especially to my Auntie Kate. Rest in peace Uncle Mick.
Mark Heimrich
Dear Kate & Family;
We offer our sincere condolences in the loss of Michael. I will always remember him as a kind and welcoming soul. I especially appreciate the friendship shown by Michael (and you Kate) towards my Mother ever since you became neighbours at Maplewoods. Mom has always greatly valued her relationship with both of you. You all remain in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Rest in peace Michael.
Mark & Julie Heimrich, Sarah, Scott & Spencer.
Wendy McAstocker-Bain
I remember when the Moriarty family moved in beside us. Our parents quickly became good friends and neighbours. When they moved, we all felt the loss of having great next-door neighbours.
In my teens I babysat for Mike and Kate. They were always kind and generous. Mike always drove me home. He’d regale me of his life in Ireland with descriptions of the lands so vividly, I could see them.
Mike (and Kate) will always be in my memories.
Anne Ball
Mick was a dear friend. He and Kate welcomed me when I first arrived in Canada. He was a very kind man, who loved to discuss the latest sports news from Ireland. He will be greatly missed. Are Dheis Dé Go Raibh a anam.
Charlie Daly
Sincere condolences to the Moriarty and extended family on the sad passing of Your beloved Michael. Remember his visits to Lyre and Lawlors Cross. Great company and humour even with poor shots we hit on killarney golf course. Rest in peace Michael.