Ernest Randell Curnew
February 24, 1943 to September 30, 2026
Obituary
Ernest Curnew passed peacefully away at the Dr. Leonard A. Miller Centre on September 30th, 2026, at age 83.
Predeceased by parents Sam and Linda Curnew; sisters Marion, Vera, Sylvia and Linda. As well as sister-in-law Marie and brothers-in-law Melvin and Robert.
Leaving to mourn his loving wife, Mabel Curnew; sons Randy (Jeanette), and Paul (Naomi); brother David (Karen), sister Sue (Bob) Barter; sisters-in-law Linda Saunders (Wayne Tiller), Elizabeth Scott; brother-in-law David (Michelle Saunders); and grandson Dylan Callender. As well as many nieces and nephews.
Special thank you to the staff at North Pond Manor, as well as the CBC coffee group, that visited him.
Cremation has taken place upon request. An inurnment date and time will be chosen at a later date, and updated.
You were loved and will be missed.
Mabel & family,
So very sorry to hear of Ern’s passing.. Thinking of you all & sending our deepest condolences.
Audrey & Bud xo
To Mabel and Family
Sorry to hear of Erin’s passing.. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Take care.
Ed and Valerie Coward
To all of Ern’s family, specially Mable, Dave, & Sue,
My sincere condolences on the loss of Ern. His infectious, contagious smile put warmth in my heart. All of us Dunnes felt so close to all the Curnew’s and time and distance never decreased the affection we hold /held for them. We have so many precious memories and hope your memories and love for Ern helps heal your hearts and soothe your minds.
RIP Ern.
Mabel and family, saddened to hear Ern has passed. I enjoyed the chats we had whenever we met. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Derek Curnew
So sorry to hear of Erin’s passing.
Mable Randy Paul I am so sorry about Erns passing we were friends from our CBC days we had some happy golf and fishing trips Mabel he was a good one and is going to be sorely missed. Our prayer are with you God bless. Mike Brien
Dave and family, condolences on the loss of your brother.
Mabel and family, we are sorry to hear about Ern’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Mabel, Dave and families,
So sorry to hear of Ern’s passing. Spent a lot of time with him back in the 60’s and 70’s camping in Terra Nova Park and salmon fishing on the Salmonaire Line. Had some great times. I’ve always had a big admiration for his skill with woodworking. His pieces were nothing short of perfection.
Mabel, we know this is a difficult time but take a minute to hug your kids and keep your memories close to your heart – it helps with the healing.
Rest in peace Ern.
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Randy, Paul & Family. So sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. Our condolences to you all. Keeping you in our thoughts & prayers.
Mabel,so sorry to hear of Ern’s passing. He was one of the best. Always on for a good laugh. I’ll never forget the fun we all had when we hung out together back in the day.
Thinking of you and the boys at this very sad time.
Take care and God love you all.
Judy St.George
Dear Randy and Family,
I’m sorry to hear this news. From what I heard from my sister, Jeanette, he was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed.
Thinking of you all,
Beth Shadmand
Uncle Dave & Aunt Sue,
So very sorry for the loss of your brother Ern. Thinking of you both at this heartbreaking time. xxoo
Krista Sharpe
Aunt Mabel, Randy and Paul,
So sorry to hear about Uncle Ern’s passing. He was one of a kind for sure and will be missed! Every time going to your house growing up he was always in his lazy boy, headphones on and rocking out 🙂
Forever proud of the musical talents of his sons and an infinite love for Rock and Roll music.
We are so very sorry for your loss xxoo
Krista, Dave and Family
Dave and family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your brother Ern. Thinking of you at this sad time. Heather and Bruce
I’m so sorry to hear this sad news about Ern. He was wonderful to work with at CBC and a lot of fun outside of work too. We played many early morning rounds of golf up on the hill in Pippy Park. We had some great conversations about rock music and his sons the drummers, as well. My condolences to Mabel and his family..
Mabel, so sorry to hear of Ern’s passing.
Today I am remembering the good times we had together in Toronto..
Claudette and Freeman
Mabel and family
So sorry to hear of Ern’s passing . I had the pleasure of working with Ern for years at CBC . He was such a capable , pleasant and intelligent man ….with a great laugh and sense of humour.
We played a lot of golf and went fishing often with our mutual friend Mike Brien . We were good at neither but the laughter was always present . Such a wonderful friend and so many good memories. Rest in Peace my friend .
Paul Heale
Mabel, Dave and families
Sorry to learn of Ern’s passing. May your wonderful memories help you through this difficult time.
Deepest condolences
Hilda & Tom Rowe
So very sad to hear this terrible news. I remember Mr. Curnew from St. Michaels and St Mary’s. I also visited him most every lunchtime at North Pond Manor when i would be down for another resident of the Manor. He was a gentle, kind man. Blessings to you all . May he rest in peace and rise in glory.. Father Garry Parsons
Mabel and family
Sorry to hear of Ern’s passing. Deepest sympathy to you and the family. Cherish your memories. RIP Ern.
Rowena and family
Mabel and family.
So sorry to hear of Erin’s passing. Deepest sympathy and love to all the family. Hugs
Sincere condolences to all of Ernest< family. He will be sorely Missed especially here at North Pond..Peace and rest at last. God bless.
Mabel. Randy and Paul
So sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Hold onto your memories. They will help you in the days and months ahead. May God Bless you.
Ruth
deepest condolences to the family,,Ern was a wonderful friend and we had a lot of good times together and we will never forget his laugh….R..I.P….Eric & Adelaide Cluney…
To Mabel, Dave and families:
I’m so sad to hear of Ern’s passing..Ern and I go back a long time working for CBC. He was always amazing at the positions he held. Ern was kind, considerate, and well liked. He loved his cars, and it was a pleasure when he offered me one to drive.
I will always remember his laugh.
Rip you wonderful man
To Mabel and family:
So sorry to hear of Ern’s passing! Sending heartfelt condolences to you all. May happy memories sustain you now as you go through this sad time and into the future! Fr: Wayne and Maxine 💕🙏🏻💕
Sending our deepest sympathies,Mabel and family, on the passing of Ern. Our players and thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. Darroch and Lois Jones
I’m so sorry to hear we’ve lost Ern. He was a great colleague and a hell of a nice guy. In my early CBC days Ern and I bonded over a shared love of Stevie Ray Vaughan’s music. Always a solid and reassuring presence in the Here & Now control room. Another friend who made working there so much fun. My best to all the Curnews.
Jonathan.
Condolences to all of Ern’s family. His CBC colleagues will remember his joviality and easy going ways. Hell of a nice guy. RIP Ern
To all of Ern’s family and friends my deepest condolences on his passing. I remember him fondly from my early days at the cbc. RIP Ern.
I work at North Pond, Ernest was my absolute favorite. I will always remember his kindness. He will always ne missed.
Knew Ern when we lived on Pennywell Rd in our salad days. My condolences to you Dave and all of Ern’s family.