Condolences
To the Hope family: We are so sorry for your loss. Harry had done work for my Mom and Dad at Rondeau for many years. He was kind enough to keep us kids on as customers. He always did a great job for my parents and for the rest of the Ford crew. I have a fond memory of sharing a couple of whiskeys in his kitchen in 2019 when I stopped by to say goodbye and thank him for many years of service to our family. He was a great guy with wit, humour, and a mischievous smile!. Rest in peace, Harry.
Greg and Dale Ford
Greg and Dale Ford // August 24, 2022
Our condolences to the Hope Family. Harry helped us numerous times with plumbing emergencies as well as the seasonal turn on/off. Was always smiling and ready to share a story about his motorcycle.
Joan & Jim Hackett // August 24, 2022
Lou-Ann and Todd, and families,
Very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing, he was such a ball of life and will be missed.
Shelley (Huffman) Peters
Shelley Peters // August 23, 2022
Our deepest condolences.
Paul & Lori Vercouteren & Family // August 22, 2022
Our sincere condolences to the Hope families. Harry was a truly great guy that many of us shall miss. A master of many trades and we certainly appreciated his expertise. Thoughts are with you all today.
Ann & Peter Fisher // August 19, 2022
Dear Lou-Ann & Todd and families: I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I can remember all the wonderful years of you both growing up in Guilds, and will cherish all the memories of Harry. I can remember babysitting you both while my Mom & Dad/Elroy & Verna would go to dances in the summer at Port Stanley with the Guilds group of friends. I will always remember how he would make us all laugh with his funny witty personality. Deepest sympathy to you both today. Love to all of your families. He will be greatly missed. Linda Patterson
Linda Patterson // August 19, 2022
To LouAnne and Todd and families We are very sorry to hear the news of Harry's death. Our sincere condolences to you and your whole family.
Dave and Cathie
David and Cathie, Damon , Noelle Stapinsky // August 19, 2022
Our sincere sympathies to the Hope family.
We have many fond memories of Harry & Shirley and Rondeau Park.
Parties and a little plumbing work thrown in from time to time.
Dorothy & Stewart McLaren // August 19, 2022
To the Hope family: We are so very sorry for your loss. He was our plumber at Rondeau for as long as we can remember! He rescued us from plumbing disasters at all times of the day and evening more times than we can count—always with a smile, reassurance and a remarkable repair. He was tremendously kind , a true friend and a gem of a person. He will be missed.
Howard/Val Schubiner/Overholt // August 18, 2022
To the Hope family, my sympathies on the passing of your father and grandfather. Harry was a good man. He did a lot of work for my parents Don and Helen Stirling back in the day and had developed quite the friendship. I last saw Harry just before the pandemic at the restaurant in New Scotland. He hadn't changed one bit. Sharp as a tack. He will be missed. Let your memories comfort you through this difficult time. - Art
Art Stirling // August 18, 2022
Lou-Ann and the Hope family: We are so sorry for your loss. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Love Jim and Tami
Tami Mitchell // August 18, 2022
Tom and I are so very sorry for your loss. Happy you were with him You are all in our hearts and thoughts Tom and Cindy
Cindy Fisher Bailey // August 18, 2022
Warm condolences to the Hope family on the loss of such a wonderful man. I met Harry when I was a young child due to my family's close friendship with his brother Blake, and also because my Grandma had a nursing home in Guilds. Will always remember 'Oil Can', as my younger brother named him, with a smile on his face. Such a good-hearted character with lots of humour, kindness, and stories to tell. Definitely will be truly missed by many! May he now rest in peace.
Sincerely, Val Johnston
Val Johnston // August 18, 2022
Harry kept the water pumps pumping in Rondeau Park for longer than I've been alive. Nobody knew pluming like he did. I had his phone number memorized. On behalf of the Rondeau Cottagers Association and the hundreds of Rondeau families he's taken great care of for 50+ years -- rest in peace. A truly unforgettable character in the best possible way.
Brian French // August 18, 2022
Thinking of your family at this time. Always a smile on Harry's face and a laugh to follow. He will be missed.
Deb Bellamy // August 18, 2022
My condolences to the Hope family. I will always remember sitting down with Harry to share a few whisky's and stories. Never to be forgotten. RIP Harry !!
RALPH DICK // August 18, 2022
LouAnn, my deepest condolences you you and your family on the loss of your dad. May you all be filled with great memories and lots of love.
Care Lamont // August 17, 2022
To Lou-Ann, Todd and families;Sincerest condolences on the loss of your father and grandfather He was a good man, with lots of humour and kindness too. He will be missed by many, many people. Sincerely, Anne and Don
Don/Anne Eastman // August 17, 2022
Sincere sympathy, Lou-Ann, Todd and all the family, on Harry’s passing. He was a kind-hearted man who always greeted you with a smile. So sorry for your loss.
Dennis & Lynn Boylan // August 17, 2022
So sorry to hear- the best plumber you could ask for-always smiling-many memories and visits with him and my Mom & Dad...and of course his visits with Mom when she worked at McKeough Sons...
Linda (Anderson) Paterson // August 17, 2022
My deepest condolences go out to you and your family, Lou-Ann. Thinking of you and wishing you moments of peace and comfort.
Iris Merino // August 17, 2022
Lou-Ann and family and Todd and family. We are so sorry to hear of your dads passing. We have been life long friends and neighbours in the Guilds community that your dad so dearly loved. He will be dearly missed by your families of which he loved so much, but you have the comfort knowing that he was loved by so many, and his laughter and smile will never be forgotten .
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. May he Rest In Peace.
John and Glenda.
John and Glenda Clarke // August 17, 2022
We are so sorry to hear of Harry's passing. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Take Care, Mike & Krista
Krista & Mike Gladstone // August 17, 2022
My condolences to Todd, Lou-Ann and families.
We enjoyed each and every encounter with your Dad!
We appreciated his straight forward approach and vast knowledge, not to mention coming to our rescue.
Bob & Maryanne
BOB SIMPSON // August 17, 2022
May God give you comfort and peace at this time.
Cherish your memories.
Brenda Rumble // August 17, 2022
Todd, Tracy & family, sorry to hear of Harry's passing, our deepest condolences,
Jim & Pat
Jim McDonnell // August 17, 2022
My sincere condolences to your family on the passing of Harry. He was a great neighbour to my parents and a household name at their place. Dad always came home with a big smile after a visit with Harry. Yes, the title, ‘Mayor of Guilds’ certainly suited him. He will be missed!
Susan (Woodliffe) Sparling Manuel // August 17, 2022
My deepest sympathies go out to you Lou-Ann, Todd and the Hope family. Take Care
Penny Bourgeois (Iwanchun) // August 17, 2022
Lou-Ann, Todd and families, I am sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. We always enjoyed visiting with you and your parents- they always had the best Halloween treats! (A can of pop- something we didn’t have every day!) Your Dad came over to the house in Guilds one night when I was nervous that someone was there, and he checked it out for us. I always appreciated that. Take care, Shelley
Shelley Hodge (Franken) // August 17, 2022
We want to send our prayers to the Hope family on Harry's sudden passing. He was a great friend and business partner with my Dad Jack. He had a great sense of humor and many respected him. RIP Harry!
Bob & Pam Hebblethwaite // August 17, 2022
Sincere condolences.🙏
Joanne (Rumble) & Bob Gillespie // August 17, 2022
Harry always had a great smile and a funny story and was a big part of our lives. Our sincerest condolences.
Monica and Gord Swance
Monica and Gord Swance // August 17, 2022
Sorry to read of Blake's passing. He was always a great fellow for a chuckle or two. He will certainly be missed.
Don and Anne Gammage // August 16, 2022
Sorry to read of Blake's passing. He was always a great fellow for a chuckle or two. He will certainly be missed.
Don and Anne Gammage // August 16, 2022
So very sorry for your loss.
Mike and Barb Ferren // August 16, 2022
Mayor of Guilds has finish his term. So sorry to learn of Harry's passing. His happy laugh and bright smile will be remembered. Our sympathy is extended to the entire family, he was loved by many.
Hugh and Ruth McDougall // August 16, 2022
Dear Todd, Tracy, Justin & Jordan, I am so sorry to hear of of Harry’s passing. I am sure Oilcan (aka Harry) and my Dad - “BEEZIE” are having a thought provoking discussion!
Hugs,
Laurie Callow
Laurie Callow // August 16, 2022
Lou-Ann & Mike, Todd & Tracy and families,
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your dad and grampa. He played such a part of my childhood, best friend of my mom and dad, and someone our entire family respected as an uncle. He leaves a big hole in our lives, but the memories will last forever. I am certain there is a reunion of friends taking place up there.
Bill & Cindy Carnie
Bill Carnie // August 16, 2022
Our hearts are breaking for you with the loss of such a lovely man. I have so many wonderful memories growing up in Guilds and chatting with your Dad when I was at your place. Sending you all our love and prayers Nan, Todd and your families....your Dad will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him....Ingrid Barnes and Rev Jim Barnes...xo
Ingrid Barnes // August 16, 2022
Lou-Ann, Mike, Todd, Tracy & Family:
Nothing I can say will ease the pain, but, I am so sorry in hearing of the loss of someone so special.
Thoughts & prayers are with all of you.
God Bless
Neil & Gloria Lockyer // August 16, 2022
Rest in peace, my friend
Oil can
You lived a good life
Shawn Hemderson // August 16, 2022
So sorry for your loss Tracy and Todd and family - prayers
Sherri & Brian Burm // August 16, 2022
