HOBSON, Elton Hart 'Hobby' - It is with deep regret that the Hobson family announces the passing of Elton on Saturday, August 15, 2020.
He was a devoted husband, loving father, doting Grandpa, and delighted Great Grandpa.
Born 10 November 1924, he witnessed, triumphed and relished each and every step over his 95+ years.
Elton grew up during the depression as a loving brother to his seven siblings in a house without electricity and running water.
At 18, he joined the Canadian Air Force where he served as a Bombardier during WW2.
At the end of the war he returned to play for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, and participated in 3 Grey Cup games. He then started a career with Kelloggs that saw him take his wife and four kids from Winnipeg to Port Arthur, Regina, and finally to Toronto where he retired as Vice-President Sales Canada. Often on the road as a salesman, he recognized the strength of his partnership with his beloved wife Gwen that resulted in his kids growing up surrounded by love.
Unfortunately Gwen was only able to make 3/4 of this journey, taken too early in 2004 by cancer. However, he was very blessed to find and marry Grace with whom he spent his last terrific years summering in Alliston and wintering in Palm Harbor, Florida.
Elton is survived by his brother Gerald, his wife Grace, his children and spouses Brent (Dawn), Brenda (Joe), Blaine (Leslie), and Greg.
He is also survived by nine grandchildren (Jon, Leah, Jill, Cole, Elyse, Elton, Clayton, Nick, Katherine), three great grandchildren (Lila, Violet, Theo) and Grace’s two children, Cathy(Stewart), Mike(Margaret) and their families.
The family would like to thank the staff at the MacKenzie Hospital ICU in Richmond Hill for their incredible treatment of Dad during his final days. As well we also want to express our heartfelt gratitude to Lisa Shaler, his personal support worker, and Becky Harris, his dialysis care nurse for the kindness and exceptionally compassionate care they provided over the last several months
Given the current circumstances there will be a family only interment ceremony on Tuesday August 20th, and a Celebration of Life ceremony later when one can be safely held.
In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made in Dad’s honour to the Mackenzie Health ICU, the Kidney Foundation, or a charity of your choice.
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