Hugh NORSWORTHY
Hugh NORSWORTHY
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Died peacefully from complications of Alzheimer's on January 23, 2013. Loving husband of Jane, his wife of 69 years, and much loved father of Gord (Cheryl), Carol (Michael), Tom (Barbara), and Susan (Marshall). Loved and fun loving grandfather to Cathy, Sarah, Lindsay, Tyler, Kelly, Alexandra, and Caroline, and great- grandfather to Caley. Predeceased by his brother Ed and his sister Bea. Born in Montreal in 1921, attended Selwyn House School and Bishops College School. Attended McGill in 1939. Joined the RAF at the start of WWII. Served in England flying cross channel bombing missions. In 1944, was made Squadron Leader of RCAF Typhoon Squadron 439. Participated in D Day and the Battle of Normandy and was awarded the DFC. After the war returned to McGill and earned a BA and an MBA from Harvard Business School. Joined Alcan, and had a long and rewarding career making lifelong friends. After retiring from Alcan, taught at the McGill Business School. Dedicated volunteer to various organizations, particularly 2 terms as Chairman of the Board of Selwyn House and 25 years with the VON. For those who wish, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Society. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 2 at 11:00 AM at Rosedale United Church, 159 Roxbough Drive,Toronto.
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Kit Andrews
January 30, 2013
From one of the W. Boothbay Harbor (ME, US) Andrews-- here is a boatload of condolences to the survivors of dear Hugh. My memories go back 55 years to his (through Jane's mother) family cottage just up the small hill from our cottage, and the very well worn path between them. --and then fast forward to the past 25 years and the wonderful if brief visits shared on "the point." I am sad to know this most helpful, enthusiastic and appreciative man has passed. Best wishes to Jane and to all Hugh's immediate and extended family and his friends. --Kit Andrews
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Madeleine Murray
January 29, 2013
Our family spent many wonderful days with the Norsworthys in Maine. Hugh was always kind and patient with us children, an impressively gentle father to us all. He helped us with water-skiing, sailing and general social activities. He was very engaged as a parent and we children adored him.
Later he and Jane, seemingly always a pair, were very thoughtful and loving to my mother Lally Murray, when she got Alzheimers. They even made what must have been an arduous trip to Montreal to see Lally a week before she passed away. My deepest sympathy to a wonderful family – Gordie, Tom, Jane, Carol and Susie. Love Madeleine
Campbell Hendery
January 26, 2013
To the Norsworthy Family:
This is a poor replacement for a proper note but my sincere condolences. A gentle man and a gentleman- A Good life well lived.
My thoughts go back 50 years and then some to Roslyn, Binker, the lazy Susan and later Dunvegan Road. This is very poorly written but the feelings behind it are heartfelt and sincere
To Mrs. Norsworthy, Gordon, Carol, Susan, and my old best Friend Tommy I send my love
Campbell
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