PELLEY: Calvin Abbott Pelley of Grand Bend, passed away peacefully at LHSC- Victoria Hospital, London, on Monday, September 8, 2025, surrounded with the love of his family at the age of 80. He was born in Glenwood, NFLD on January 14, 1945, son of late Abbott & Laura (Lane) Pelley.
Calvin was the loving husband of Glowena Pelley (Stanford), with whom he shared 52 years of love, adventure and laughter.
He was a loving father to his three daughters Karen Simpson and husband Dean, Peggy Warren and husband Kris, Laurie Kerslake and husband Gerald.
Loving grandfather of Brady Simpson and wife Cleo, Courtney Simpson, Hailey Bridges and partner Greg, Brooke Rose and husband Cliff & great grandson Theodore, Sydney Warren, and Emme, Karson, Leah and Annabelle Kerslake.
Dear brother and brother-in-law of Wayne (Marie) Pelley, Sterling Stanford, Yvonne Lush, Bernice Stanford, Geraldine Kelly, Winston Stanford, Donald Stanford, Lenitte Stanford and Darlene Stanford.
Remembered by his many nieces, nephews and their families.
Predeceased his siblings Allister Pelley, Ida Goodyear, Nelson Pelley, Carl Pelley, Chesley Pelley, Rosalina Squires.
In his retirement years, Calvin enjoyed his winters in Florida. He enjoyed camping with friends and playing cards as well as driving to see family on the weekends. His laughter will be sadly missed but always remembered.
At Calvin’s request cremation will take place and no formal services will be held.
A celebration of life will take place at Stratford Army & Navy Airforce Veterans, 151 Lorne Ave E, Stratford, ON. Friday September 12, 2025, from 3 – 5 p.m.
In lieu of flowers and if desired a payable direct memorial donation to Stratford Army & Navy Airforce Veterans Unit 261, Ladies Auxiliary (151 Lorne Ave E, Stratford, N4Z 1A1) or charity of choice would be appreciated.
Arrangements entrusted to T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood
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Phoebe Warren
I remember babysitting the three girls when you lived in Glenwood. Calvin would always have something funny to say when I’d go there. He was a very soft spoken man and I know he loved you all. Cherish your memories of him, keep them close to your heart and he’ll always be with you. Thinking of you and sending you my deepest sympathy and prayers.
Phoebe Warren
Deena Coles
Sending the deepest condolences to all. I have many fond memories visiting of both Calvin and Glo in Crystal Lake as well as my time in Stratford. Hugs to you all. RIP Calvin
Maxine Gidge
RIP Calvin, knew you all my life, a wonderful man, husband, father and friend. Deepest sympathy to Glo, Karen, Peggy and Laurie and your extended families. A privilege to know you.
Helen Lyons
Laurie, Gerald & Family,
Sincere condolences Laurie to you and your family on the loss of your father. I was visiting with Gerald’s mother last night in Seaforth and she told me of your Dad’s passing. Cherish your memories of a life well lived.
Sincerely,
Helen Lyons
Taylor Johnson
Uncle Calvin will be greatly missed. But everyone should know, where he is now, he gets all the crock beans and fries and gravy he wants.
Dave Simpson
Calvin had such a kind and gentle personality. His warm smile always made us feel welcome in his presence. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Our condolences to the Pelley family during this difficult time.
Sincerely, Dave & Cheryl Simpson
Paulette (Smith) & Woodrow Gatehouse
Our condolences to Glo and family. I have so many happy memories of Calvin when I use to spent most of my summers in Glenwood. May all your precious memories you have of your time together comfort you at this very difficult time. ❤️❤️
Virginia Whipp
Calvin is a man of faith. He loved playing cards and enjoyed his time in Florida doing that with us. He loved his Diet Coke he brought to Florida by the car load. He loved his wife home made bread she would make by the table full of bread. We will miss him dearly but we know he is now in a better place out of pain and in the arms of the lord. We are so sorry for his family and May Calvin RIP. He will now be watching over all his family like they did in his ailing health.
Bernadette Lush
I have far too many memories to be able to share them all. So I will share My most memorable ones. When my son passed away in 1993, Uncle Calvin and Aunt Glo opened up their hearts and their home to me and helped me through my grief. The love I received from the entire Pelley Family will be deeply embedded in my heart. Karen wrote my son’s obituary and took me out to buy his gown for his funeral when I didn’t have to strength to do it myself. Laurie drew a portrait of him which I still have today and Peggy was like my sister, we were inseparable. My second memory is when I lost my own father in 2020. Despite being in the heart of Covid, Uncle Calvin and Aunt Glo travelled to Newfoundland to say their last goodbye to him. My father and Uncle Calvin were like brothers. These memories will forever be embedded in my heart. I love you all
Kim Muenzenmeyer
Cal was a very nice and caring man he will be missed