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Turner & Porter Funeral Directors

2357 Bloor Street West

Toronto, Ontario

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Celebration Of Life

Jul. 30, 2025

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Turner and Porter, Yorke location

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GEORGE TOWNSEND Obituary

February 10, 1941 – May 2, 2025 With much sadness, we announce the death of our Dad, Doug Townsend, who passed away suddenly in his 85th year, at his home in Toronto on May 2, 2025. He was the dearly loved father of John (Janice), Greg (Caz) and Kelly (Craig dec.). He will be remembered warm-heartedly by his grandchildren Zoe, Emma, Brianna, Emily, Audrey, Evan, Roman, Freddy and Claudia. Also remembered fondly by Lois and Kay. Doug lived a life full of adventure and accomplishments but family, friends, cottage time and world travel were his greatest pleasures. He spent 35 years as a history and geography teacher at Central Technical School and 30 years running a successful property management company. He achieved so much when he put his mind to it and willingly took on many challenges. This was exemplified in his ability to gain the business knowledge to run his own company and in his handiness to fix just about anything. Later in life, duplicate bridge became an important part of his life, and he was proud to have achieved his Bronze Life Master. Curiosity was a key characteristic of Doug's, and that was never more evident than in his travel to places that piqued his interest. Being a history teacher made him an enjoyable travel companion because he always had insight which enlightened the experience for his travel companions. Throughout his travels, he continued to learn and enjoyed seeing history from new and different perspectives. Doug was very loyal, was always willing to lend a hand to his family and friends and had a great sense of humour. We will miss him deeply. A Celebration of Life will be held at Turner and Porter, Yorke location, at 2357 Bloor Street West, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on July 30, 2025. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Charity of Your Choice would be appreciated.

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Published by The Globe and Mail from May 17 to May 21, 2025.

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30

Celebration of Life

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Turner and Porter, Yorke location

2357 Bloor Street West

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2357 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON M6S 1P4

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Joe Muto

May 18, 2025

An excellent bridge player.
He provided insight to other bridge players in bidding and playing bridge.

Ginny Lomax

May 17, 2025

Sending our warmest thoughts & condolences to John, Greg, Kelly & all the family.

Shane Kaufman

May 17, 2025

I have many fond memories with Doug at the cottage. Behind the wheel of the boat, he was definitely the kindest of the Townsend men. Many of my students and both of my kids can attest to that. Doug always had a story to tell and comment to make. His sharp sense of humor is also something I will miss. I will never forget receiving a package from him in the mail during my third year at Queens: oxtail. Priceless, Doug. Just priceless. RIP. You will be missed.

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