Donald McGhee

McGHEE, Donald:
Surrounded by his family at the McCormick Home, London, Don passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 13th, 2009. He was born in Edinburgh, Scotland on February 27, 1920. Predeceased by his beloved first wife Joyce (1990) and his granddaughter Bobbi (1972). Don is survived by his loving wife Helen. He is Dad to Alistair (Patricia), Margaret, David (Cathy), Mhairi (Dwayne) and Innes. Don is Poppa to Brydon (Shannon), Laurie (Derek), Rob, Andrew (Jessica), Kristen (Kyle), Jamie, Brandon and Jessica. He has five great-grandchildren: Quinton, Sativa, Jayden, Kayla and Rachel. Don achieved the rank of Captain in the Royal Scots Fusiliers between 1939-45. He was wounded in action in Europe. He had a distinguished and highly respected career in the insurance business. He was a partner in his own brokerage as well as being a founding member of the Registered Insurance Brokers of Ontario. He served as president of the Ontario Insurance Agents’ Association. Don had many friends over the years. The family wishes to acknowledge in particular, Tony Elmslie. Cremation has taken place with interment of cremated remains in Woodland Cemetery, London. The family will receive friends one hour prior to a memorial service being conducted at Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church, 111 Elmwood Avenue, London on Friday, January 16th at 3:00 pm with Reverend Kathy Fraser officiating. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the McCormick Home Foundation, 2022 Kains Road, London, ON N6K 0A8 in Don’s name or a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated. The family appreciates the compassionate and loving care shown to Don by the staff on Willow Ridge. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com (Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, London, ON 519-433-5184)