Passed away peacefully at LHSC- Victoria Hospital, London, with family by his side, on Tuesday, July 9, 2019 of RR 4 Denfield, at the age of 85. Loving and devoted husband of Marjorie (Leis) Crone for 51 years. Dear brother-in-law of Mabel Wagler, and Marcella and Dennis Alles. Proud uncle of Pauline Baumbach, Judy and Lyle Schultz, and great-uncle of Sarah, Isaiah, and Aaron. Loved by special friends Dianne Dawson, and Heather and Greg Moffatt. Predeceased by his parents Harry and Jane Crone, sister Norma and Bill Sherritt, and in-laws, Dorothy and Harold Baumbach, Roy Leis, Earl Dietz, and Melvin Wagler. Maurice’s true passion was farming. He loved airplanes and fixing anything mechanical. He could often be found lending a hand to a family member or neighbour. The family wishes to thank the kind staff at St. Marys Memorial Hospital and the surgical team and nurses at LHSC- Victoria Hospital for their care and compassion.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, LUCAN on Thursday, July 11th from 6 – 8 PM, and again on Friday, July 12th from 10 until the time of the funeral service, which will be held at 11 AM. Interment St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye.
As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Doreen Garrett
My family and I were next door neighbours to the Crone’s when Maurice and his family lived on what is now Sixteen Mile Rd. Maurice several times gave me a ride to the city when I was going to Teacher’s College and had early morning classes. I remember vividly trudging through very deep snow in the dark to get to his place on more than one occasion. His kindness was much appreciated. My sympathy to each of you at this difficult time.
John Stiles and Sandy
Dear,sweet Marjorie Johnnie and I send our sincere sympathy. We were so very, very sorry to hear of Maurice’s passing. It is so wonderful to have the memories of your trips to Saskatchewan. Your desire for Maurice to see the Rockies in all their magnificence and to be able to accompany you was a trip to remember. Have tried to call your number several times but unable to reach you. Marjorie if you have a new number would to hear from you. We will be thinking of you and send our love.
Alex E. Sumner
Maurice and Marjorie have been good friends to our family.
Please accept our condolences.
The Sumner family
R. (Bob) Besterd
Marjorie and Family,
Please accept our sympathy regarding the passing of Maurice. We met him in 1968 when we moved in “next door” on Concession 14, London Township. Over the years we had many enjoyable interactions but my favourite was building a driveshed together on Mom & Dad’s place, in 1983. I’ll use that as my permanent memory. Maurice was a fine man and a good neighbour to have.
R. (Bob) Besterd, Richmond, BC
Randy Besterd, London
pat jones
To Marjorie and family, With deepest Sympathy, May time ease your sorrow and memories bring you peace Arthur and Pat Jones
Judy ulch
I’m so sorry to hear of Maurice’s passing. He was a wonderful man and will be missed.
Deb Blum
My deepest sympathies to Marj, his family, and much beloved friends on the passing of Maurice. I very much enjoyed getting to know Maurice. He was a kind and gentle soul and will be very much missed.
Nancy Newton
I am so shocked and sorry to hear of Maurice’s passing. What a wonderful neighbour he was to my late spouse George, and to me. He was always ready to offer support and a smile, or a friendly wave and chuckle with one of his stories. My heart goes out to his beloved wife Marjorie, his family and close friends. With sincere sympathy.