Norman SPROUL Obituary
October 2, 1913 - February 20, 2014
Dr. Norman Sproul passed away at home on February 20, 2014 with his daughter by his side. He was born in Chatham New Brunswick on October 2, 1913, the youngest of 7 children to Dr. George Jasper Sproul and Janie Amanda Sproul, nee Searle. In December, 1941 he married Marjorie Campbell Armitage from Deseronto, Ontario. He graduated from University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry in 1943. He served in the Canadian Army from 1942 to 1946 rising to the rank of Captain. Following the war he opened a dental practice in Kingston, Ontario. He was awarded the Queen's Silver Jubilee medal in 1977 for his contribution to geriatric dental care. He retired to Vancouver in 1986. He was an avid fisherman, gardener, and world traveller. He loved the outdoors and his family. He was predeceased by his parents, siblings and his loving wife, Marjorie. He is survived by his daughter, Dr. Jane Sproul who will miss him dearly and by nieces and nephews. He was loved by his many friends and relatives for his quick wit and intelligence which remained with him to the end. He loved life and lived it to the fullest. We would like to thank the many care personnel who assisted in his final days and Dr. Duncan Miller who looked after him for years. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home, 3789 Royal Oak Avenue, Burnaby on Saturday, March 1st, 2014 at 1:00 pm. Interment to follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
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June 8, 2014
Just ran across this on the computer. Your dad had a wonderful long life. How tremendous for you both! I know you will miss him terribly. Think of you often. our lives as children seem so far away now but here's hoping we get to enjoy long lives like your dad. Jane Prosser
marion baudoux
March 15, 2014
Jane, Think of you and "The Witby Ladies College" thing and the rest of us in high school in Kingston. So sorry you have lost your oldest friend in every sense. He made it far. I visit my daughter in Vancouver sometimes.....where she was born.......love to have a coffee with you.
Take care, cincerely, Marion Baudoux
Phil McCann
March 15, 2014
Hi Jane, this is Phil McCann formerly of Queens Acres from the mid 1950's. Reading about your Dad brought back fond and vivid memories from 60 years of my spending time at your house while you read the paper. I was thrilled to see that you entered medicine. My journeys took me to North Carolina and into law. Our older daughter is a lawyer in NYC and our younger daughter is a computer engineer with Amazon in Seattle. I treasure my memories of you and your parents and extend my thoughts and best wishes to you.
March 3, 2014
Dear Jane - Ernie and I were so sorry to see the announcement of your father's death. No matter how old we are, the death of a parent always leaves us feeling like an orphan. Abandoned by the one person who knew you from the beginning; to whom you never had to explain. You were very lucky to have been able to enjoy him for so many years and we are sure you have lots of happy memories. Our affectionate regards. Lynn and Ernie Ledgerwood
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Dennis & Lois Martin
March 1, 2014
Norman was always glad to see and visit with you, as though he had been waiting for your visit. He never ceased to amaze us with his vast array of knowledge from a life well lived. We thank you Norman, for the opportunity to know you.
Janet Heavyside
March 1, 2014
Words that come to mind when I think of my friend Norman Sproul: always the gentleman, extremely intelligent but never pretentious, very kind and generous, great sense of humor, fantastic storyteller, good listener, always positive about life and very grateful for his life, wife, daughter, other family members, friends, work, travel and hobbies. Norman is a fabulous role model for gracious living and will be greatly missed!!
Peggy Sproul
March 1, 2014
March 1,20114 Thank you for sharing the fabulous 100 year old life of our dearest Norman with those wonderful pictures. Thanks to son George who led me to this website. Norman was a gentleman, with a gentle heart, who was always handsome and kind. I especially enjoyed my visits. My deepest sympathy. Blessings and Love Peggy
March 1, 2014
Dear Jane
I have just read the sad news and send you my deepest sympathy on the passing of your dear father. What a wonderful achievement to have reached such an age!! I am sorry that we have not been in touch in recent years. Mum died in 2009 and I live at Bessingby Hall, Bridlington. East Yorkshire. Robin Sharpe.
Rosemary Gray
February 28, 2014
HI Jane
I have such dear memories of staying with you and your family on Lake Ontario so many years ago. Your parents were always so nice to me, as were your aunt and uncle Armitage, my family's next door neighbours in Toronto.
Hope you are well.
Rosemary Crean Gray
Bill and Carolyn Sproul
February 27, 2014
I shall always treasure the memories of times spent with Uncle Norman and our correspondence. He was an inspiring gentleman who commanded respect and admiration from those who had the pleasure of knowing him. He will be remembered with great fondness.
Lenora Hayman
February 27, 2014
Dear Jane, we all enjoyed Dr. Norman Sproul's quiet company each time all of you joined the happy crowd for dinner at the Vancouver Community College.
With your father living to 100 years old, he certainly saw a lot of changes on this planet. I am sure he will never be forgotten by his dental patients, friends & relatives whose lives he touched.
My heartfelt sympathy Jane as you cling onto your own precious memories.
Peter Holmes
February 27, 2014
Jane, I have so many fond memories of your dad during times spent in Kingston and also during visits to your residence in Vancouver. He was a tremendous person. You were both so fortunate to have spent so much quality time together.
Peter
Mary Martin
February 27, 2014
Anne and I really enjoyed our recent visit with Norm in Hosp at St.Pauls and I recall visits with Marjorie and Norm at their home when Ron and I were in Vancouver. Good memories of good times past.
Anne/Mary Martin
February 27, 2014
My mother and I have many fond memories of conversing with warm and interesting Norm, a dear friend and dental colleague of my father. Norm should be recognized for making significant contributions to dental care in Ontario. Fond memories to a man who lived life to the fullest for a hundred years. Anne and Mary
February 25, 2014
Jane, we were so fortunate to have known your Dad - his quick wit, engaging story telling, love for life and timeless attitudes. He was always so welcoming into your home. We hope you find comfort in the extraordinary bond you shared with him into his 100th year. He will live on in memories.
Jack and Beth
Gail
February 24, 2014
Such a great man in so many ways. Uncle Norman will be missed by all who knew him. Condolences and prayers for Jane.
Tam & Stephen Steeves
February 24, 2014
May the wonderful memories you have in your heart help you to heal with time. We all share in your sorrow. You are in our prayers and hearts. xo
Mary Sullivan
February 23, 2014
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
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