Tony passed away peacefully at home, exactly one month from the time he discovered he had cancer.
Tony was like a toasted marshmallow; crusty and gruff on the outside and tender-hearted and full of love and compassion on the inside. His kindness knew no bounds.
Tony often drove hundreds of miles out of his way to be sure a stranger got home safely during severe prairie winter conditions. He shared whatever he had with whomever needed it, and was always ready to help his neighbours.
Tony was the "wind beneath my wings," always encouraging others to follow their dreams. He was always astounded to realize he was loved and admired by all those who knew him; he really had no idea what a magnificent person he was. He inspired everyone.
Tony was predeceased by his parents, Joyce and Tom; his two newborn babies, Kirk and Jodie; sister, Francis, and her husband, Al; brother, Danny; and, six months ago, his beloved mother-in-law, Ruth Allan.
Left to celebrate Tony's life are his sister and brother, Olive (Eloi) Fortier and David (Rita) Tough; his loving wife, Lynn; children, Tina, Wanda, Shawn and Laura (Dereck) Quinn; grandchildren, Tony McCann, Patricia Pirart, Amanda (Tyler) Farvolden, Alex Wujcik, Shelbie and Caige Quinn and the delights of his life, his two precious great grandbabies, Bennett Quinn and Addisyn Farvolden. Also left to mourn Tony are his extended family and friends.
We are very appreciative of the tender care Tony received from his team of palliative caregivers and Dr. Rossouw. You made his last days as comfortable as possible.
By Tony's request, there will be no funeral service. A family gathering will take place at a time yet to be determined. Flowers gratefully declined.