Peacefully at home in London on Sunday, January 14, 2018, surrounded by family, in his 88th year. Dad went to join his beloved wife Joan (Adams). Dear father of Rick Funston and Sandy of Zurich, Randy and Vicky Funston of London, Kathy and Bob Hunter of Toronto, Rob Funston of Gravenhurst, and Ron and Sherry Funston of Granton. Dear grandpa of Samantha; Jay and Tara, and Brad; Jordan, Lindsey, and Megan and Dan; Alexandra, Ethan, and Zachary. Great grandpa of Spencer. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Russell and Rose Funston of Listowel, Lorna and Dennis Bacon of Chilliwack, British Columbia, Mabel and Tom Lavender of Chemainus, British Columbia, Jack and Frances Funston of Kitchener, and Gladys Bottrill of Surrey, British Columbia.
Friends and relatives may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Thursday from 5-8 PM, where the funeral service will be held on Friday, January 19, 2018 at 11 AM with Rev. Andras Rameshwar, officiating. Cremation with interment Mt. Forest Cemetery.
Donations to The Lung Association, Diabetes Canada, or the MS Society would be appreciated by the family.
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Kevin & Carol Windsor
Sorry we were unable to attend the visitation for Frank. Your family has lost a great man. We will always associate Frank with the Stephen Township Arena, hockey and the benefits of his strength and wisdom that the community of Huron Park was privileged to receive. Our sincere sympathies for your loss.
Keith and Joyce Thomson
Ron and Sherry and family. We are sorry for the loss of your beloved Dad and you are going to miss him in your lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
David Friend
I met Frank only a few times, but on the last occasion, a few years ago, I discovered that he was a very entertaining storyteller. Clearly he had a way with words, and a great sense of humour as well. Condolences to the family. I’m sure Frank will be well remembered and missed.
Liz Campbell
Rick, Ron, Randy,Kathy,Rob
Great memories with Frank at Randall Arena, taught me lots about hockey!!
A true gentleman , my condolences to you all
Ron Kennedy
Ron kennedy
Rick, Ron, Randy,Kathy,Rob
Great memories with Frank at Randall Arena, taught me lots about hockey!!
A true gentleman , my condolences to you all
Ron Kennedy
Mike Lavender and family
From the foggy memories of my childhood to those from more recent visits, “Uncle Frank” was always funny, happy, and a pleasure to be around… a good warm soul that will be missed.
Our hearts and thoughts go out to you all.
Nina Knee
To the Funston Family,
Our deepest condolences on the passing of your Father. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this difficult time. May you all find comfort in your memories.
Nina Knee and family
Terry and Jill Funston
Our sympathy to the family…Frank was such a true gentleman. We were so happy to have shared a meal with him at Russ and Rose’s a couple of years ago. He was so interesting and by the gleam in his eyes when he spoke of Joan and his family you could tell they were the world to him…may your memories sustain you at this sad time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tony & Candace Chaffe
We are sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. I would like to say on behalf of the 1987 CCAT hockey team that Frank was a great coach & mentor. Thanks Frank for putting up with us & teaching us to be better men!
Carol (Ross) Coleman
To the Funston Clan:
I was sorry to read about your dad’s passing. As so many former families who lived in Huron Park; we were all greeted by Mr. Funston at the Arena. So many fond memories…so many adventures…so many friends; and we were all better for knowing your mom and dad both! May each of you be able to celebrate Frank and treasure only your fondest memories.
Gentle hugs & warm regards
Carol (Ross) Coleman
George and Sue Wilson
Frank’s family, We are sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. Frank was very likeable. He took time to talk to everyone that entered the Huron Park Arena. He sure knew his hockey and skating skills. We always said he and Rolly Vanstone in Hensall had great ice! Our girls skated on that ice many times. He also enjoyed the Centralia/Huron Park Lion’s Club.Remember your wonderful memories of your Dad and Mom. Hugs and prayers! George and Sue Wilson and Cathie, Judi and Tracy
Dale Cook
Randy, Ron, and all of the Funston family,
My sincerest condolence to you all on your father’s passing.
Wayne & Julie Pryce & Family
Ron, Sherry & Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time
Pat and Cora Ryan
Ron, Sherry and Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Fred Schulz
Dear Rob & Family:
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved Father. Sending my deepest Condolences to you and to your family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Jim & LInda Dietrich
Our deepest sympathy to all of the family, Frank was respected and like by so many families in the area, a man that cared deeply for his family and the community, remembered by many especially those of us that had the privilege of him being our arena Manager and caring for all our young people.
Bob Dawe
I met Frank many years ago shortly after moving to Huron Park. He was the strict arena manager who was not afraid to let anyone know if they were out of line . DON’T go on the ice till doors are closed no running or horse play in the rink. People never realized the extra time or effort he put into the arena but some of us did and appreciate all he did for the community. I got to know Frank and Rob better as years went on and got to see the home side of Frank ,always welcoming and glad to see you. He reminded me of my Dad with his personality . At his wife Joan’s funeral the Song Till We Meet Again was sung . This week Frank is with Joan and they are dancing. Good bye my friend
Brenda (Parsons) Martene
Dear Rick, Ron, Randy, Rob, Kathy & Families:
It is with a saddened heart that I am sending my sincerest sympathy to all of you on the loss of your dear Dad, Frank. Although it has been awhile since I last talked with Frank while I was working at Eric Campbell Ford Lincoln Ltd. in Exeter it seems just like yesterday. While he was waiting to have service on his vehicle at the dealership, we would always chat. I especially remember how proud he was when Kathy would accompany him to the dealership and look at the vehicles either in the showroom or out in the yard.
He was a remarkable, proud man who loved both his family & sports dearly. He loved to talk & share stories about his earlier hockey years – providing coaching & skating skills to kids of all ages at the Stephen Twp. Arena and for that shall be long remembered. He liked to boast that Stephen Twp. Arena had the best ice surface around & some great hockey players skated there.
Frank, along with your Mom, Joan raised a wonderful family. It is always hard to see our once lively parents leave this world behind – but know they are now reunited in Heaven forever. May the loving memories you have of your parents live on – in your hearts forever and help you through the difficult days ahead. “Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; Love leaves a memory no one can steal.” You have so many wonderful family, friends, neighbours and community behind you – supporting you to help you through the healing process. Take one-day-at-a-time.
May God keep you in his loving arms, as you grieve and celebrate Frank’s life. He is resting in the arms of the angels and may his journey to the next life be a great as he was on Earth. It was a pleasure to have known Frank – RIP Mr. Hockey!!
Connie and Mike Murphy
Randy, Vicky and Family
Mike and I send our deepest condolences in the passing of your Dad, and Grandpa.
We hope all your great memories will make your loss a little easier.
Thinking of you at this sad time
Hillman family
We were saddened to read of Frank’s passing. Our sincere sympathy to all of his family. We had so many fond memories of Frank, who we respected deeply and after our Huron Park years.
Peri Lavender
Thinking of all of you at this challenging time.
While I didn’t get to spend a lot of time with Uncle Frank, I have fond memories of the times I had in his company. I will forever remember riding in the car with him from London to Niagara one weekend that I was at UWO. Not only did he make me laugh, he introduced me to a whole new genre of music, and for that, I am eternally grateful.
Know that you are all in my heart as you say goodbye to a wonderful and loving man.
Tim, Linda, Christoper and Kathleen Oliver
Our sincerest condolences to Frank’s family. We all have many fond memories from working with him and spending time at the Huron Park Arena. We loved listening to his stories and appreciated his words of wisdom and experience. You always knew when the brim on his hat was off to the side that he meant business.. He was a very devoted father and his family always came first. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Gordon and Joanne MacPherson
Randy, Vicky and Family – Our sincere condolences on the loss of your father, father-in-law and grandpa. May the countless fond memories help to sustain you at this most difficult time.
Linda & Jerry Brenner
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of a very dear man. Although I didn’t get to see Frank & Joan often, I did have many encounters over the years when they visited with Mary May & Jack. We our extending our deepest condolences to all of Frank & Joan’s family on your loss. May good memories give you strength in the days to follow.
Norm and Kay Tripp
To the Funston Families…Please accept our condolences…We knew Frank for many years when he was at the Huron Park Arena and also through the Lions Club..he was well known and well liked…we know you will have lots of good memories to hold onto…Norm and Kay Tripp
Don & Sharon Appleby
We would like to extend our sympathy & condolences to the Funston Family on this sad occasion.
Your father was always a true and caring friend and will always be remembered.
Larry Brassard
On behalf of all the men and women of the Gravenhurst Fire Department, and all staff really, please accept our sincerest condolences at this difficult time. That Frank served his country as well as raising a family stands as testimony to his heart for selfless service – we are all indebted. with respect,
Larry Brassard, Director of Fire & Emergency Services/Fire Chief
Cathy Ley
Rob,
So sorry to hear of your father’s passing – take care and please know that we are thinking of you.
Cathy Ley
margaret Brintnell
To All of Frank’s family
Another great man gone home. I have many good memories of Frank when I worked for ODC Huron Park. I extend my sympathy to all of you. Cherish and share your memories with each other.
Margaret Brintnell
Chuck & Pam Ross
We’re so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Sincere sympathy to all of you.
Larry and Jane Brown
We are saddened to hear of Frank’s passing. Frank made a big contribution to the community of Huron Park and will long be remembered.
Gail Shultz
Hi Rose and Russ
Condolences on the passing of your brother
Pat Holland
Ron, Sherry and Family,
So sorry to hear of your Fathers passing, Ron my thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
Bill & Joanne Hodge
Sorry to here about Frank’s passing. Our thoughts are with you. Seems so long ago that we seen him often at Huron Park arena.
Doug & Joanne Latta
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Bob Adams
Sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. My condolences to the family
Sandra Rob Brintnell
Ron, Sherry and family
Thinking of you all at this difficult. So sorry for your loss of your dad , grandfather. Cherish his memories.
Rob and Sandi Brintnell
Ray and Judy Mills
To the family of Frank;
Please accept our very deepest sympathy at this time. Frank was a wonderful teacher of hockey and skating skills. He taught both of our sons in summer programs and both sons benefited from all they learned. He gained a lot of respect from the players he worked with. He was strict, but fair, encouraging and positive and there definitely was no goofing around in his presence. We appreciate all he did for our two boys and for the Stephen Township arena. We have many great memories of our times spent with him. His presence has been missed from the arena for the last years.
Glen and Linda Finch
Ron, Sherry and Family.
We are so sorry to hear of your fathers passing.
With deep sympathy from Glen and I, at this time of sadness.
Wishing you and your family may happy memories.
Donna O'Brien
Dear Rick and Sandra, please accept my sympathy .Happy memories last forever!!
Amy Leppington
Sad to hear of Frank’s passing. He was our neighbor in Huron Park. He was a kind man. Condolences to his family.
Martha Anthony
Our condolences to the family. Amelia and Martha
Murray and Edith Yeo
Ron, Sherry and Family
So sorry for your loss. Memories become even more precious at this time. Our thoughts are with you.
Ralph and Heather Wells
Sorry to read of Frank’s passing. Sincere Sympathy to all of his family. Many good memories of Frank at the Huron Park Arena.