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Jim Aitcheson Obituary
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of James (Jim) Kevin Aitcheson on November 21st, 2024 after a brief battle with cancer. Jim was born on March 28th, 1955 in the farming community of St. Pauls, where he would continue to live along with his wife Lorraine (Lori), to whom he married on October 6, 1979 and have been soulmates for 45 years. Together, they raised their children Kelly (Justin) Byers, Tracey (Jared) Hope and Greg (Lisa) Aitcheson. Jim was an exceptionally proud grandpa to Mason, Audrey, Bennett, Catherine, Jack, Charlie and Emma. Jim is predeceased by his parents David & Catherine (Kay) Aitcheson, his father and mother-in-law Marcel and Mildred Van Damme and brother-in-law Grant Van Damme (December 29, 1979). He will be fondly remembered by his siblings George (Tarry), Grace (Terry) and Murray (Nellie) along with his sister-in-law Michele (Paul) and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
After a brief career with National Trust, Jim returned to his true passion – farming. Along with Lori, they raised their family and continued dairy farming on the Aitcheson family farm. Farming the land alongside his son Greg was one of his greatest joys as the Aitcheson Family Farm has been in Jim’s family for over 131 years.
Jim devoted much of his time to the community he loved and cherished through his roles as the Mayor of Perth South and as the Perth County Warden. While on council, Jim stood strong on issues that would protect farmland, farmers rights and those that supported the long-term vision he had for his home County. He loved being engaged in political conversations and was never afraid to speak his mind, ensuring to always include a few curse words, a Jim Aitcheson trademark. During his time on council, he was actively involved in many boards and committees such as St. Mary’s Mobility Bus, Spruce Lodge, Perth County Agriculture Working Group, Perth County Transportation Committee, Planning Services Review and Land Division. Jim was also an active member of the Quadro Communications Board of Directors from 1995-2004 where he helped shape the future of telecommunication services for his community.
Outside of politics, Jim was a loyal Downie Optimist from the day he first joined in November 1981. The Optimist’s unwavering support of children’s activities within Perth South was something he was so proud to contribute to. Jim was active as the club Treasurer from 1995 through to 2010. In 2014, he was honoured to receive Life Member status for his distinguished service as Treasurer.
Above all, Jim’s favourite pastime was telling you all about his children and grandchildren. He wanted everyone to know how proud he was about their various accomplishments and how well everyone was doing. Grandpa Jim’s farm tours on his various tractors, Dusty the golf cart and the side by side will be sorely missed.
Jim’s family extends their thanks to the dedicated staff and volunteers at the Rotary Hospice Stratford Perth and the Perth County Paramedic Services. A heartfelt thank you to all of Jim’s friends and family for their visits to ensure that Jim was kept up to date on all things “happening” on their farms and in the community.
In keeping with Jim’s wishes a private family service will take place. A celebration of Jim’s life will be held at Downie Optimist Community Centre, 3185 County Road 122, St. Pauls, on Wednesday, December 4, 2024 from 1:00 – 4:00 PM
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Rotary Hospice Stratford Perth, St. Marys Mobility Bus or the Downie Optimist Club through the W. G. Young Funeral Home, 430 Huron St, Stratford, ON. www.wgyoungfuneralhome.com
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