Parcourez la nécrologie de Michael William James Rainbird Sunday September 14 2025 résidant dans la province Ontario pour le détail des funérailles
RAINBIRD, Michael William James – 69, of Bobcaygeon, Ontario, passed away just past midnight on September 14, 2025.
Born in Picton, Ontario, in 1955, Michael lived a life filled with music, wit, and a devotion to family. A gifted opera singer, he earned a full scholarship to the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity and went on to perform in productions that showcased his captivating voice. His passion for music never faded, and those who knew him will remember the joy (and occasional embarrassment from his then teenage daughters) of his spontaneous operas.
After pursuing the arts, he turned to a career in software development, a path that allowed him to support and raise his family while continuing to nurture his creative spirit. His aptitude for mathematics, problem solving, and logical thinking made him a natural in the field. Known as a quiet thinker, Michael developed efficient coding techniques that set him apart and led to opportunities to share his expertise with others. His work took him around the world, even as far as Australia, where he taught teams how to use his software designs and passed on his methods for streamlined, effective development.
Michael had a deep love of writing, expressed through heartfelt letters and his much-anticipated annual Christmas family update. Though often stoic, he delighted those around him with his tongue-in-cheek humour.
He is survived by his wife, Barbara Rainbird; his daughters Amanda Rainbird (partner Kevin) and Alia Knightbird (husband Jordan); and his beloved grandchildren, Isaac and Ezra Knightbird. He was predeceased by his parents Sidney and Janette Rainbird and his siblings, Margaret, Maury, Michelle, and Shawn.
A celebration of Michael’s life will be held on October 18th, at the Shore Spa Community Club, 40 Marina drive, Bobcaygeon, at 2pm. Kindly inform Michael’s immediate family if you plan to attend.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Michael’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Alzheimer’s Society of Canada, or Breakthrough T1D Canada. The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the nurses in the palliative care unit at Ross Memorial Hospital for the compassionate care they provided to Michael and his loved ones in his final days.
Michael will be remembered for his music, his humour, and above all, his enduring love for his family.
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Sunday September 14 2025
Décès pour la Ville:Lindsay, Province: Ontario
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