Passed away on October 20th, 2026. He is survived by his loving wife, Sharon, of 30 years.
Herbert John Boreham is also survived by his mother, Georgina. He was predeceased by his father, Peter, and his brother, Chris.
Devoted Dad of Michelle (Leigh) and Christina, and step-father to Cory (Sonya) and Kirk (Krista). Adored Papa to Joshua, Fianna, Courtney, Cooper, Naomi, Joel, Braydon, Scarlett, Odin, Morgan and Olivia.
Caring brother of Cindy (the late Don) and dear cousin to Kathy (Tony). Brother-in-law to Dave (Sandra), Sandra (Jon), Karen (Dave), Jackie, and Trish (the late Frank). Favourite uncle to many nieces and nephews.
Herb spent 20 years at OK Tire, where he made many friends and took pride in being a tire guy. He always worked hard, and as a father, a son and a friend, he would drop anything to help someone in need. He loved golfing, barbecuing and camping, and he could build just about anything with his hands. He drove the boys to hockey, tied the tightest skates, and coached Christina’s baseball. Most recently he got into puzzle competitions with Michelle, taking equal pride in losing as winning. He had a quick wit, a steady supply of dad jokes, and a one-liner for every occasion. He could drive anywhere in Ontario from memory, using Tim Hortons as his landmarks. He was a devoted husband and Sharon’s best friend, happiest on the front porch talking with her.
A celebration of life for Herb will be held on Sunday, November 1st, 2026, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at Barnes Memorial Funeral Home, 5295 Thickson Rd N, Whitby. Family and friends are welcome to drop in at any time during those hours. Come share a story, and raise a cup of Timmie’s to Herb.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Tim Hortons Foundation Camps (timscamps.com) would be appreciated.
Herbert John Boreham is also survived by his mother, Georgina. He was predeceased by his father, Peter, and his brother, Chris.
Devoted Dad of Michelle (Leigh) and Christina, and step-father to Cory (Sonya) and Kirk (Krista). Adored Papa to Joshua, Fianna, Courtney, Cooper, Naomi, Joel, Braydon, Scarlett, Odin, Morgan and Olivia.
Caring brother of Cindy (the late Don) and dear cousin to Kathy (Tony). Brother-in-law to Dave (Sandra), Sandra (Jon), Karen (Dave), Jackie, and Trish (the late Frank). Favourite uncle to many nieces and nephews.
Herb spent 20 years at OK Tire, where he made many friends and took pride in being a tire guy. He always worked hard, and as a father, a son and a friend, he would drop anything to help someone in need. He loved golfing, barbecuing and camping, and he could build just about anything with his hands. He drove the boys to hockey, tied the tightest skates, and coached Christina’s baseball. Most recently he got into puzzle competitions with Michelle, taking equal pride in losing as winning. He had a quick wit, a steady supply of dad jokes, and a one-liner for every occasion. He could drive anywhere in Ontario from memory, using Tim Hortons as his landmarks. He was a devoted husband and Sharon’s best friend, happiest on the front porch talking with her.
A celebration of life for Herb will be held on Sunday, November 1st, 2026, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at Barnes Memorial Funeral Home, 5295 Thickson Rd N, Whitby. Family and friends are welcome to drop in at any time during those hours. Come share a story, and raise a cup of Timmie’s to Herb.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Tim Hortons Foundation Camps (timscamps.com) would be appreciated.
Service Details
Celebration of Life
When
Sunday, November 1st, 2026
Location
Barnes Memorial Funeral Home
Address
5295 Thickson Rd. N.
WHITBY, ON L1M 1W9
