It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Douglas Whitbread at Bluewater Health on Sunday, January 9, 2022, at the age of 85. Survived by his loving wife Rosemary. Beloved father of David (Karen), Susan (Todd) MacKenzie and Julie (Ken) Armitage. Adored Poppa of Dylan, Tyler, Morgan, Corbin, Savannah and Camryn.
Doug was a plumber and pipefitter for 30 years with the Local 663. He enjoyed spending winters in Florida, swimming and fishing on the beach. In the summer, Doug and Rosemary enjoyed camping at Orchardview Park visiting with their friends. He enjoyed the outdoors and taking care of his fishpond.
Cremation has taken place. Family and friends will be received at Smith Funeral Home, 1576 London Line, Sarnia, on Thursday, January 13, 2022, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Due to COVID restrictions, those who wish to attend must sign up: signup.com/go/AKeWmeZ. A private family service will follow.
Sympathy may be expressed through donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Sarnia & District Humane Society (cheques only at the funeral home please).
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Douglas J Whitbread March 13th 1936 January 9th 2022..
Death notice for the town of: Sarnia, Province: Ontario