Ian Robert Hume
December 4, 1940 – May 9, 2022
Ian Robert Hume, passed away peacefully at home at the age of 81 on May, 9 2022, surrounded by Sandy, his wife of 57 years, and daughters Stephanie (Michael) Meehan and Lindsey (Kyle) Stanford. Lovingly know as Pop to grandchildren Kate, Ryan, Jack and Madeline.
Pop had a profound impact on his family and will be deeply missed by all.
Survived by his sister, Diane (the late John) Ward, nephews Doug Ward, Mike (Patty) Ward, and niece Susan (David) Carnaffan and all of their children. Also survived by sister-in-law Diane (the late Ken) Duck, nephews KJ (Tori Wright) Duck, Drew (Megan) Duck and all of their children.
As a teenager he loved adventure and had a passion for his sports cars and learning to fly planes. Out of high school he jumped into the business world by opening Ian Hume Footwear in Toronto and then later Markham. With a thirst for more, he entered the Insurance business where he stayed until the end, still helping clients just weeks ago.
Ian was a jack of all trades, a handyman extraordinaire. He helped design and build his own house and property on Elgin Mills in Markham, and was always ready with his tool belt to help a friend or neighbour.
For fun, Ian loved to ski, spend time in Muskoka, and tinker on projects and play golf. At the age of 75, Ian got his first hole-in-one while in Florida.
Ian was a friend to all, an amazing family man, husband, father and grandfather. His wicked sense of humour, positive outlook, and kind demeanour are all things he has passed along to his children and grandchildren.
His battle with pulmonary fibrosis in recent years showed courage and strength in facing life’s challenges with a smile. Despite the pain, he never lost his sense of humour and stayed positive to the end. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Canadian Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation.
A celebration of life to take place at a later date.
Until then, cheers to an amazing guy who touched so many lives, we raise our glasses to you, because it’s got to be 5 o’clock somewhere.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Ian Robert Hume Monday May 9th 2022..
Death notice for the town of: Markham, Province: Ontario