James Edward BEATTIE

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our Dear Father, Brother, Uncle and Papa in the presence of his loving family in his 98th year. Our father is now reunited with his beloved wife Agnes (2011). Survived by his children Margaret (George), Eddie (Luisa 2015), Patricia (Mario) and Anna (Bern). Papa to Eric, Michelle (Nelson), Larissa (Chris), Jordanna (Allen 2016) (Cole) and Bianca (Frank). Great Papa to Marcus, Nathan, Mia, Jaxon, Cruz, Emie, Mila, and Frankie. Survived by his siblings Duncan (Rena), Edward (Inez), Tom (Stella 2021), Joseph (Sylvia) and dear brother-in-law to Barbara and Joan (Malcolm). Predeceased by brothers and sisters Janet, Euphemia, Jemima, Irene, Famie, John, George, Steven, and David. He will be deeply missed by his nieces, nephews, extended family, and many friends. Our father lived the good life. Exercising into his nineties at GoodLife Fitness we thank them for their kindness. We also thank his Coffee Club Guys many world problems were solved by this group. Dad was a member of the Tartan Club, and we thank all of them for their love. Dad was an avid gardener acquiring more than 62 Trillium Awards, a barber hairstylist by trade he amassed hundreds of friends: a real social butterfly. A very heartfelt thanks to Macassa Lodge where Dad was for the past two years their care and compassion was exceptional - even in the hardest times during COVID. A special shout out to Vince for his love and support, C2-East, PSW's and Nurses. All of you made our father's quality of life worthwhile. Donations in James' memory can be made to the Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice. A visitation will be held at CRESMOUNT FUNERAL HOME, 322 Fennell Avenue E. on Friday, April 28, 2023, from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. with Vigil Prayers to be said at 7 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Margaret Mary Church, 20 Idlewood Avenue on Saturday, April 29, 2023, at 11a.m. Cremation to follow. Online condolences can be left at cresmountfennellchapel.com