WALSH, John Francis - Passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2022, in his 84th year.
Beloved husband of Maureen (Quinn), devoted father of John (Mona), Cathy (Ivan) Peters, Patrick (Megan), Steve (Kristina), and Martin (Nancy).
Loving grandfather to Thomas, Amy, Rebecca, Sarah, Audrey, Mason (deceased), Ashlyn, Maddon, Ethan, Keaton, Maya, and April.
Dear brother of Tom (Mary) (both deceased), Ann Marie, Ed (deceased) (Donna), Catherine (Wayne) Mundy, Carol (Peter) Vanderpost, Margaret (Jeff) McGibbon.
Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews.
John was born and raised on the Walsh family farm in Adjala, but made his home with Maureen and his family, for over 40 years, in Schomberg, Ontario.
John was committed to the importance of education and enjoyed a long career as an elementary school principal with the TCDSB.
He then pursued his passion for real estate with Prudential Lorimer Realty in Tottenham, for over 20 years. The family wish to express their heartfelt thanks and gratitude to all the nurses, PSWs, recreationists and staff at the Newmarket Health Centre who cared for him these past few years, particularly during such challenging times.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 19, 2022 between 6-8 p.m. at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, Tottenham. All attendees must contact the Funeral Home Home, to reserve a visitation time during one of those set periods. Bookings will be for a half hour time period. Due to Covid restrictions, the funeral will be a private family mass.
Donations in John's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Society of Canada or Parkinson Canada.