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Passed away peacefully at LHSC – University Hospital on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, surrounded by his loving family, at the age of 73. Beloved husband of Janet Louise (Marshall) Irwin for 49 years. Cherished father of Melanie Wakeling, and Crystal (Brad) Turnbull. Adored Papa of Kayla, Case, Hunter; Jocelyn, and Angelina and Great-Papa of Ella. Dear brother and brother-in-law of, Irene (Joe) McCarthy, Thomas (Linda) Irwin, Shirley Gilles (Williams), Murray Irwin, and Helen (Steve) Tidder. Predeceased by his parents Harvey and Dorothy (Butchart) Irwin, brothers Steve Irwin, and Paul Irwin, sister Sheila Irwin, niece Vicky Irwin, and his brother-in law Dave Gilles. Fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews, and the extended Marshall family.
Roy requested his family express his heartfelt thanks to everyone who supported him in his personal life and contributed to his professional success.
Roy was a dedicated and hardworking man who wore many hats in life. A skilled heavy equipment mechanic, he operated his own business with pride and was known as a dependable jack of all trades. Roy was a true pillar of his community—not only as a farmer, providing for those around him, but also as a volunteer firefighter, always ready to lend a helping hand. Sundays were reserved for his love of NASCAR, a passion he shared with family and friends. Roy’s legacy of service, resilience, hard work and joy for life will be fondly remembered by all who knew him.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Sunday, November 3rd from 2 – 4 PM and 6 – 8 PM.
Roy’s funeral service will be held at the Lucan Community Centre (Main Hall), 263 Main Street, Lucan on Monday, November 4th at 11 AM. Interment St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye.
In lieu of flowers, donations to honour his great grand-daughter, Ella, Roy wished donations be made to the Autism Ontario in his memory.
Offer Condolence for the family of IRWIN: Roydon “Roy” Alexander of Denfield and Bruce County
2024
Death notice for the town of: Lucan, Province: Ontario
death notice IRWIN Roydon “Roy Alexander of Denfield and Bruce County 2024
obituaries notice IRWIN Roydon “Roy Alexander of Denfield and Bruce County 2024
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