Obituaries

Hector passed away peacefully on June 6, 2024 at Ross Memorial Hospital at age 90.

He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 33 years, Lois McNeill (nee Squires) and was predeceased by his wife Daphne McNeill (nee Stephenson).

He was a proud father to Heather and Peter (Marla), stepfather to Brian (predeceased), Lisa (Spencer predeceased), Lori (Casey), grandfather to Alexandra, Tess, Halle, Will, Ben, Mya, Brody, Chloe and Thomas, great grandfather to James and Lily.

Hector began his life in St. Anthony, Newfoundland along with his sister Lois and brother Curtis.

Retired from the former North York School Board after a 35-year career in education as a principal, he was a conservationist at heart and loved the outdoors, travel, birds and boats of all kinds.

The family would like to thank the staff of Ross Memorial Hospital and Caressant Care Mclaughlin who ensured that Hector was well cared for during his residence.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Mackey Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will take place on July 19, 2024 from 2-5pm at Celebrations 35 Lindsay Street North (705) 341-7872. If you so wish, donations can be made to the Ross Memorial Hospital or Boys and Girls Clubs of Kawartha Lakes in Hector's memory.

On-line condolences at www.mackeys.ca