James (Jim) Churchill
September 8, 1932 to December 24, 2022
Obituary
For those unable to attend the service for James Churchill on Monday January 16, at 2:00 p.m. may view it via this link: https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTY3MzYyNjM4MzIzMDIxMiZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==
Passed peacefully away at the Health Science Centre on Saturday, December 24th, 2022, Jim Churchill. Aged 90 years. Predeceased by his parents George and Edith Churchill. Also predeceased by all his siblings, brothers Reg, Cyril, Shel, Wes and Ross, sisters Mable, Gertie and Rita and by his brothers-in-law Don and Rox. Leaving to mourn his wife of 61 years, Ruth (nee Mitchell); sister-in-law Sonia Churchill along with a large circle of nieces, nephews, friends, and neighbours.
Music was a big part of Jim’s life. He was involved in several community choirs, enjoyed playing piano and also volunteered at VOWR. Jim was an active member of Gower Street United Church, including the Men’s Service Club and church choir.
Resting at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, Visitation will take place from 2 -5 p.m. on Sunday January 15th. Funeral Service will take place on Monday, January 16th at 2 p.m. from the Carnell Memorial Chapel. Inurnment to follow at Mount Pleasant Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his memory to Gower Street United Church or a charity of one’s choice.
Schedule
Visitations
2-5 p.m. on January 15, 2023
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
2:00pm, Monday January 16th
The Carnell Memorial Chapel
329 Freshwater Road
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Interment to follow at the Columbarium in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.
I’m so sorry to have just learned this sad news. Uncle Jim was a sweet soul and was my Poppy’s brother. He was always so kind to me and I’ll never forgive his warm hugs when I lost my own grandfather. May he rest in peace. Adele Palmer (Janice’s Daughter )
Ruth: so sorry for your lost, my sincere condolences.
Donna Thorne
Sincere condolence to Ruth Churchill and family from the Mens Church Bowling League.
I’ve known Jim for many years, and while haven’t not seen much of him in recent years,except at church or the men’s club auction, I always thought of Jim with the highest esteem as a well liked, honest, friendly man, liked by all who knew him. My deepest condolences to his family.
Ruth, so sad to hear of Jim’s passing. While he lived a long and productive life , its always a big adjustment to prepare for your new normal.
In the meantime we are certain that all your wonderful memories will help greatly in the future .
Please accept our sincere condolences. God Bless
Joyce and Ray ANDREWS
Ruth, I was so sad to hear of Jim’s passing. We spent many fun times together in Gower Men’s Club and Choir and in the bowling league. Please accept my sincerest condolences.
Ruth, so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Jim sang so beautifully at our wedding ceremony in 1975 and we fondly remember him. Hoping your wonderful memories will help you through this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Elizabeth and Bill Thistle, Torbay
So sorry to hear the sad news of Jim’s passing. My condolences to his wife Ruth and the family.
Ruth: Our sincere condolences on Jim’s passing. May your memories be a blessing; bring you comfort; and last a lifetime. Thinking of as you mourn his passing and celebrate his life. God bless you and your family.
Ruth, I was saddened to hear of Jim’s death. My condolences go out to you, along with my prayers.
Ruth – we were saddened to learn of Jim’s death and are sending you our sincerest sympathy at this difficult time. We have fond memories from our time at Gower Street United Church.
Henry and Shirley Andrews
The Churchill Family
Sorry to hear of Uncle Jim’s passing. He was a great person and will be missed. Love and prayers to all the family.
Aunt Ruth,
Sending you our love at this difficult time. Not many are blessed to live to such a ripe old age and spend sixty plus years with the love of their life. I know you will greatly miss him.
Keeping you in our thoughts.
Love, Cheryl (Churchill) Parsons, Josephine, Bradley, Tracey and families.
Ruth
Dick and I are sending sincere sympathy to you upon Jim’s passing. He was such a lovely, kind gentleman, and we always enjoyed our visits with you both. He had such a twinkle in his eyes, especially when he spoke of you. We are holding you in our hearts and remembering Jim with much fondness. We are in Florida now, so we regrettably can’t offer our condolences in person. We hope it helps to know that others share your sorrow.
Love,
Heidi and Dick Janes
So very sorry for your loss ! My sincere condolences to all
So very sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to all
Aunt Ruth
My deepest condolences on the passing of Uncle Jim. He was a wonderful person, he will be missed.
My thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Love Sandra (Knight) Churchill
Dear Ruth. Our most sincere condolences on the passing of Jim. We always enjoyed our chats with him at Church, and at other Church functions, He will certainly be missed and will be remembered for his contribution to many areas of Gower. God Bless.
Aunt Ruth, The miles will keep us from attending the visitation or service but we will be with you in thoughts and Prayers .
Uncle Jim was a Gentleman and loved by many.
Ruth, my sincere condolences on the passing of Jim. Although our paths have not crossed in recent years I still have fond memories of years ago, especially at CN. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
To Ruth and family. So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Thinking of you as you go through this most difficult time. Sincerely Phyllis Beckett
Ruth sincere sympathy thinking of you at this sad time. Jim was always a friendly out going gentleman, love to chat he will be missed . Take care hope you are feeling well yourself.
To the Churchill Family
So sorry and saddened to learn of Jim’s passing. We were schoolmates at PWC. .He will be missed but well remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Bob MacLeod,class of 51 PWC
To Ruth, please accept my deepest condolences. I still remember years ago how kind he was to me in Gower Street Choir and at CN.
Ruth condolences to you on the loss of Jim.
Sincerely Albert Noftall and Linda Giannou.
Ruth sorry to hear of Jim’s passing,.As you know ,known Jim’s for 40 plus years a fine carrying gentlemen. may he rest in peace