George Allardyce Duncan STEWART

1929 - 2021

GEORGE ALLARDYCE DUNCAN STEWART Peacefully, on June 18, 2021, in Toronto, George Allardyce Duncan Stewart, 91, passed away surrounded by his loving family. George was born on December 26, 1929, in Shawinigan, Quebec, to Jeannie Duncan and Alexander Stewart of Aberdeen, Scotland. Throughout his long life, George remained loyal to his Scottish heritage, and ever committed to his parents and brothers, Jim and Alec. George is survived by his wife of 70 years, Betty; their two daughters, Pam and Pat (Ken); his grandchildren, Matthew (Madeleine), Amber, Shawn, Dale, Grace; and great-grandchild, Brooklyn. He will also be missed by his golf buddies at Thornhill G.C.C., friends at Forest Grove United Church, and neighbours at Delmanor. Growing up and working in Central Quebec for the first 17 years of his life, George developed his love of athletics, the outdoors, and respect for nature. He attended McGill University (BSc-PE) where he competed in gymnastics, football, and basketball. After graduation, George taught high school academic subjects and physical education in Shawinigan for 5 years. He was dedicated to his students, while passing on his belief in self-worth and habits of healthy living. A few of them remained in touch with him throughout his life. Looking for new challenges, George went into business. His career included successful executive positions with Canadian Industries Limited, Rothman's, and Carling Brewery. Following this, he began his own consulting company until retiring. His work brought his family to locations within Ontario, Quebec, and New England where the family enjoyed exploring their new environments and making new friends. True to his nature, George continued to enjoy the outdoors throughout his life - including yearly visits to the family cottage on the ocean, annual summer camping vacations, and - the highlight - camping across Canada and the United States. The family's love of skiing meant there were many happy times at Blue Mountain and hills in the Laurentians. As a long-standing member of the Granite Club and the Thornhill Golf and Country Club, he continued to play golf until recently. As patriarch of the family, he demonstrated so clearly his fondness for everyone. Even with the changes brought about by Alzheimer's, he remained his pleasant, curious and accepting self. He was unassuming, a man of few words, with an easy sense of humour, and generosity of spirit. We will all miss him. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, a private funeral service is arranged for family only. A Memorial and Celebration of Life will be held when it is safe to do so. Condolences may be forwarded through www.Dignitymemorial.com. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Alzheimer Society or Cancer Society.