Douglas Burtch

Douglas Ashley Burtch (1923 - 2016)

Doug was often a man of few words, yet his relationships with his family and friends were deep and abiding. Doug was a loving and caring husband of 68 years to his beloved wife Lorna with whom he raised his two daughters, Linda and Nancy, who cherish him as a most wonderful Dad. He was no less a father to sons-in-law Michael and Peter and loving Papa to his grandchildren, Bradley and Marley. As Uncle Doug, he took a loving interest in the lives of his many nephews and nieces and their families. He was an Honourary Uncle to many others, and he was a good and loyal friend to his many lifelong friends.
Doug was a consummate athlete who loved baseball, golf, horseshoes, bowling and more. He was a respected and well known salesperson for CCM for over 40 years. He loved singing in harmony, and music of many styles. Of late, he enjoyed many music afternoons at the Veterans Centre at Sunnybrook.
Doug died peacefully in his 93rd year on Wednesday July 13th, 2016. Doug’s family wish to thank the Sunnybrook Veteran Residence staff for the care and dedication they showed toward Doug.

The family wish to invite family and friends to gather and remember Doug at the Ward Funeral Home, 2035 Weston Road. (N. of Lawrence Ave. W.), Weston on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9pm.
A Celebration of Doug’s Life will be held on Monday July 18th 2016 at 11:00am at the Humbervale United Church, 1447 Royal York Road, Etobicoke, Ontario M9P 3V8. There will be a viewing at church on Monday from 10:30am. A luncheon at the church will follow the service.

In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Salvation Army Meighen Retirement Residence or to the Humbervale United Church.

Please visit our Book of Memories at www.wardfuneralhome.com