CATHMOIR, Calvin 'Cal' Hamilton
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health in Oshawa on Tuesday, May 20th, 2014. Cal, in his 86th year. Beloved husband of Jean of Oshawa for over 65 years. Loving father of Margaret and husband Yvon Boucher of Oshawa, of Gord and wife Dale of Toronto and of the late infant Margaret Jean. Dear grandfather of Craig, Ryan and Ron (partner Carly Robertson) Boucher; of Jennifer (fiancé Ryan Kennedy), Matthew (girlfriend Jessica Rumble) and Mackenzie Cathmoir. Great-grandfather of Blair Bittorf; of Emilie, Calvin and Ryan Boucher and of Charlie Boucher. Predeceased by his brothers Bert Cathmoir (late Ruby) and Charlie Cathmoir (late Irene). Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may call at McINTOSH-ANDERSON-KELLAM FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Complete service will be held at Centennial-Albert United Church, 19 Rosehill Blvd., Oshawa on Saturday, May 24th, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. with cremation to follow. Donations in memory of Cal to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or to Centennial-Albert United Church would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.makfuneralhome.com.
Condolences
May 21, 2014 Ian Beattie
On behalf of Carol and me, I would like to wish Jean, Margaret and Gord and the whole family my sincere condolences. I have known Cal for about thirty four years when he hired me at Oshawa Transit. I have many fond memories from our relationship both as colleagues and then as retirees. RIP my friend.
May 21, 2014 Gary & Helen Nash
We so enjoyed getting to know you both during our visits to Lakeland with our friends Carol and Lloyd. You were indeed, a very special couple. We send our sincere condolences to you Jean, and your lovely family.
May 21, 2014 Michelle (Morrison) Hofman
Sending heartfelt prayers to the entire Cathmoir family. Sitting at Presbytery last evening, my thoughts actually went to some of the times I spent with Cal. I remembered him calling me big mama -I was 9 months pregnant at the time! Last year, we laughed through the meeting which wasn't a bad thing at all! And of course my memories are deeper than Presbytery and include the times he invited me to preach at Centennial and times I spent on Oshawa Transit buses travelling from Donevan to my home at Rossland Park and then to work at Zellers in the Oshawa Centre. And of course his involvement in hockey. Mostly I will remember Cal the person who lived his faith and loved his family deeply.
May 21, 2014 John Furnish
I will never forget Cal carrying my daughter Kelly around the church the day she was baptized. He was so gregarious, happy and wonderful to her even when she cried. He was a kind good man who instilled these great human qualities in to his family. His son and my close friend Gord embraces these same characteristics. My condolences to the Cathmoir family for this loss. John Furnish
May 21, 2014 Tim & Colette McGuigan
*We are very saddened to hear of your recent loss and would like to express our sincere condolences to you and your family.
Tim,Colette Sherri,Chris Lisa and Mathan
May 22, 2014 Rick & Claudette Troughton
We are so sorry to hear of Cal's passing. We are thinking of you and hope that the memories will strengthen you during this difficult time.
Rick & Claudette Nicole & Jason Lee-Anne
May 22, 2014 Lucy & Shawn & Corey Stark
Our thoughts are with you all at this very sad time
May 22, 2014 Linda Gilbert (Holmes )
Aunt Jean, Margaret, Yvonne, and Gord, my thoughts are with you at this time. Remembering fun times.... lots of laughs especially at Belmont lake .... Uncle Cal always had an infectious laugh....
May 22, 2014 Dave LeGrand My earliest memories at Centennial are of Cal's dedication to his community and always making the kids and youth smile. Jean and Margaret and family, I will always appreciate how Cal rounded up that bus and drove the gang to Belleville for my Ordination! He was a powerful presence, and will never be forgotten. Our Love and Prayers are with you all. Dave, Tracey Sophia, Benjamin & Honey the Bunny
May 22, 2014 Janet (Fice) Hodder & family
Sending our deepest condolences to Jean, Margaret & Gord, and extended family. We remember Cal very fondly from our years at Centennial. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers, and may wonderful memories give you strength during this difficult time.
Sincerely, Earl & Gladys Fice; Debbie Mohr, Ellen Almond, & Janet Hodder
May 22, 2014 Mark Holdaway
I will never forget Mr Cathmoir as Gord and l played Church Hockey together and that is where my memories come from as Mr Cathmoir would be the referee every Saturday in Sunderlan and it was always me he was watching as he had me in the penalty box most of the game so l started to wonder if was worth my time to go to hockey Saturdays as l always new where l was going to be in the box. And when l would see him at church Mr Cathmoir would always remind me of that, and we would get a good laugh. Gord and Mrs Cathmoir my thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Sincerely Mark Holdaway
May 22, 2014 Joyce & Art Jennings
Sincere condolences to Jean and her family. Cal was the kind of person you always wanted to have as a boss. Although he didn't impose his authority,he always respected your opinion. We will miss him at our retirees breakfast. Rest well dear Friend.
Sincerely Art Jennings
May 22, 2014 Dave and Joan Pressley
Our deepest sympathy for you Jean and family on Cals passing. Joan and I enjoyed meeting you both in Lakeland and I know Cal enjoyed teasing Joan Sincerely Joan and Dave
May 22, 2014 Dave Cowie
Our dearest sympathy to Jean and family on Cal's passing. I will recall fond memories of Cal opening up the bus on a cold winter's morning for me to warm up before finishing duty as a Police Officer. He showed his joy for his Lord by his happy nature and caring ways. I will miss him.
Sincerely, Dave and Joy
May 22, 2014 Pat & George Cassidy
Jean and family,
On behalf of our family, we would like to offer our heart felt condolences. Cal was a great man. We are sure that the wonderful memories you all have of him , will help you during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Pat and George
May 22, 2014 Mark Reid
Jean, Margaret and Gord,
Please except from Kim and I, our sincerest sympathy for you and your families at this time. My memory and respect for Cal go back to 1979. I still remember the day he hired me. We have had great successes in our lives due to the start that Cal provided to us. I'll never forget his kind words, and sincere personality over the past years. He will be missed!
May 22, 2014 Sharon Seeley
I remember when Cal hired Dave to work at Oshawa Transit. As time past I got to know Cal better as we spent time together in Florida. He will be missed. Jean,I want you to know that I am here if you need anything. Love Sharon
May 22, 2014 Sandy Jackson (Hayes)
Auntie Jean, Margaret, Gord and families, I am so sorry for your loss. I have just been thinking of all the fun and good times we had when we were all just a little younger. Hold onto each other real tight in the next few days. I pray God's love and peace will surround all of you and know that my prayers and thoughts are with you during this time.
May 22, 2014 Ross Dales
A good man with a kind heart. Old school and proud of it. He will be sadly missed but fondly remembered. Our condolences go out to his wife Jean and family.....God bless.....Ross and Sharon Dales.
May 23, 2014 Pat and Dwayne Ellis
We shared friendship through mutual friends and relatives plus a love of band and orchestral music. What wonderful memories. A deeply shared loss. Condolences to all.
May 23, 2014 Kathie & Andrew Hintsa-Arcand
Dear Gord,
Sending a message of our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you each day in support of the loss of your dear father.
Kathie and Andrew
May 23, 2014 tony mennell
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. He was a very fair boss and a pleasure to work for even though one never knew when he would put in an appearance at the garage or if he was out and about listening on the radio.
May 23, 2014 George Spall
I would like to express my condolences to the family of CAL. As a former PUCer, I worked with Cal and thought highly of him
All my thoughts go with you George
May 23, 2014 Wendell and Susanne Grant
We are so sorry to hear of Cal's passing. He was such a good person. The community and his church will miss him. Our deepest sympathy to Jean and all of the family.
May 23, 2014 Margot Renshaw
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I remember Mr. Cathmoir well from Centennial United Church when I was a teenager. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Margot Renshaw
May 23, 2014 Bob and Dorothy Bull
Dear Jean, Margaret and Yvon, Gord and Dale and the family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We are grateful for the many wonderful memories of times shared with you all. When we think of Cal, we will smile, remembering his great laugh.
Dorothy, Bob, Marjory, and family
May 23, 2014 Sandra Sweet
How very sad to learn of Cal's passing. He was a highly regarded and treasured volunteer who benefitted the lives of countless families in our community. He will be deeply missed and always remembered.
May 24, 2014 Lorraine Smith Ray Smith
Jean...our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult time. We have (and also Dad) have known you and your family for many years. Cal was always apart of our lives as well from days at church, to camping, to work, and most recently times spent in Florida. He will be greatly missed by all who got to know him but will never be out of our thoughts. Again take comfort in the fact that He is in a better place now and that He and Dad have met again to relive old times.
May 24, 2014 Allen (Robbie) & Roberta Robinson
Sorry to hear of the passing of Cal. Our condolences to Jean and the family. Cal was a very nice man and Dad has many memories to remember Cal by.
May 24, 2014 Janet, Doug, and Gwen Culbert
Jean, Marg, Gord and families. We are so very sorry for your loss. I will never forget the good times we had at Belmont lake. I was with aunt Joan and uncle Len, we had a ball. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Janet, Doug, and Gwen.
May 24, 2014 Ralph Werry
My thoughts and prayers are with Cal's family. I have many fond memories of visiting with Cal at Lakeridge Presbytery meetings and his wonderful smile even during his illness. May your many loving memories give you comfort now and in the days to come. Ralph Werry
May 25, 2014 Gerry/Betty Emm
To Jean and family , So sorry to hear of cal passing ,Please except our deepest Condolences ,
Gerry and Betty Emm, Fenelon Falls
May 26, 2014 Rita Judge
Jean so sorry about Cal's passing. Please know you are in my prayers and thoughts. Take care. Rita Judge
May 26, 2014 Art & Marlene Gillingham
Jean, Margaret & family-Heartfelt condolences are sent your way. May God's love be your strength through this difficult time.