PENNEY, GEOFFREY FREDERICK Geoff passed away peacefully on Friday, September 27, 2013, at the age of 74, surrounded by his family. He was a loving husband and partner to his wife Sandy (Tunis) for 42 years. As a devoted father and mentor to Matt and Greg, he took great pride in being a grandfather to Devin, Haley, and Avah. His sister Linda Carter and her husband Michael will miss him dearly. He is also remembered fondly by his sisters-and brothers-in-law Debi and Glen, Bob and Valerie, along with his mother-in-law Mabel Tunis. Geoff was a special uncle to Christine, Joanne, Scott, Brett, Geneva, Nicole, and Frank. He was predeceased by his mother Millicent King, father Alfred Raymond, and father-in-law Bill Tunis. All of Geoff’s friends from the neighborhood and those who knew him will truly feel the absence of his extraordinary skills, caring nature, and strong sense of community. Many respected him while everyone loved him dearly. A heartfelt thank you goes out to the neighbors for all their support during this time. After moving to Burlington from Newfoundland at 19 years old, Geoff dedicated his career to Burlington Hydro until retiring in 1994. He was an active member of several clubs including the Burlington Gun Club, Burlington Camera Club, Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Group (CVMG), and Retreads Motorcycle Club. The family wishes to extend their sincere gratitude to the Emergency Department and ICU staff at Joseph Brant Hospital for their immediate care coupled with compassion and expertise during this difficult time. Special thanks are due to Dr. Prodger, Dr. Nisker, Dr. Ganeson along with Veronica and all nursing staff. A private family service will be held with plans for a Celebration of Geoff’s life at a later date. The family would appreciate donations made in memory of Geoff to either the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Burlington Humane Society. (Arrangements entrusted to SMITH’S FUNERAL HOME BURLINGTON 905-632-3333). “Taken too soon – there was still so much to do!”
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PENNEY, GEOFFREY FREDERICK Geoff passed away peacefully on Friday September 27 2013 at the age of 74 surrounded by his family..
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