Douglas McILROY

DOUGLAS JOHN McILROY April 5, 1959 - July 31, 2018 Doug died peacefully at home, surrounded by family. Loving husband of Tanya, adoring father to Lauren and Ryan. Predeceased by his parents Ellen and Bill. Doug leaves siblings, Bill (Nancy), Anne (Bob), Geoffrey (Margaret), and multiple nieces and nephews. Born in Toronto, Doug graduated from Upper Canada College (Prefect, Howards House, 1st Hockey and Football) followed by McMaster University B'Comm. where he played varsity football. He spent his entire career in financial services, most recently at Caldwell Investment Management. Doug loved his childhood at the family farm in Bolton and summers in Temagami and at Camp Ponacka. He had a tremendous curiosity about the world and the extraordinary gift of befriending people wherever he went. Most of all Doug loved Tanya, and his children about whom he was fond of saying he loved more than himself. Together they enjoyed family time at home, skiing, the Granite Club and holidays in Hawaii. Profound gratitude to the caring staff at Princess Margaret Hospital, and the Temmy Latner Centre for their compassion in helping Doug navigate his end of life with dignity and comfort. A private service of cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Granite Club on Thursday, August 9, 2018, 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. If desired donations can be made in his name to the Temmy Latner Centre for Palliative Care 416-586-4800 extension 3936