Peacefully at Headwaters Health Care Centre, Orangeville, on Thursday, November 26, 2020, John Thomas Ingoldsby, at the age of 92 years, beloved husband of Violet Ingoldsby (nee Aitchison). Loving father of Larry and his wife Carol (deceased) Crang, Linda and her husband Stephen Knight. Cherished grandfather of Kirby (Erin), Cory (Farrah), Kristy (Darrell), and Jake. Proud great-grandfather of Chelsea, Tanner, Chase, Dean, Carlee, Charlea, and Emily. Dear brother of Margaret Quittenton (deceased) and Jean Chapman.
The Ingoldsbys were one of the founding families of Peel Region. They were pioneers who settled on a 100-acre farm at the corner of Heart Lake Road and Countryside Drive in 1828. John was a fifth generation farmer. After retiring from farming, he pursued many passions including travelling, hunting, curling and long-range sharp shooting. Over the years he was a member of the Canadian and Ontario Rifle Teams. He competed all over the world including England, Kenya, Australia and South Africa. In celebration of their success, he and his teammates attended the Queen’s Garden Party at Buckingham Palace in 1995. Most of all, he loved being on the farm, with his wife Vi, tinkering with machinery in the barn or downstairs in his gunroom and celebrating with family, friends and neighbours. We will miss the little, mischievous chuckle that he had in his voice.
He spent the last few years at the Montgomery Village in Orangeville making many new friends. After he reluctantly stopped driving a car he switched to a power scooter. He could often be found around Orangeville having a quadruple-quadruple coffee at Starbucks, visiting a family of geese at a nearby pond and, of course, smoking a cigar. The family would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the wonderful team at Montgomery. And finally, to the doctors and nurses on E-Wing at Orangeville Hospital your love and care will not be forgotten.
Due to the global pandemic, a private family funeral service will be held at Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S. (Hwy. 50), Bolton (905-857-2213).
Interment Caledon East Public Cemetery.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to Headwaters Health Care Foundation.
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
John and Ruth Downey
Please accept our condolences on John”s passing, I enjoyed many curling games with him and we often took John with us to farmers bonspiels as a calming factor. May he rest in peace. John and Ruth Downey
Marnie Clark
Dear Linda and family,
So sorry to hear about your dad. I remember all the good times we had at your house on Heart Lake Road and your parents were so much fun! They will live on in your heart and your memories. I was so upset that I didn’t know about your mom’s passing until much later so missed her funeral, and now with the pandemic, I won’t be able to go to your dad’s….please know I am thinking of you and sending strength and prayers.
Michele de Koning
Larry,
Your friends at Hospice Muskoka are thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.
Cherish your memories.
Sandra & Michele
larry erwin
John was a lifelong friend and hunting buddy along with some trap shooting at peel trap club –will sure miss him
Nora Jones
Condolences to the Ingoldsby family on the passing of John.
Our family was from the Wildfield farming area next to the Doherty farm .
-from the Pollard families of Edmund (dec’d), John, Charles and Nora (Pollard) Jones.
marg holder
Rest in Peace John Marg and Malcolm Holder, neighbours from Boston Mills Rd. in Caledon East
Jean Vrooman
Dear Larry & Family,
We were very sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. You will cherish all of your wonderful memories of him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.
Sincerely
Bob & Jean Vrooman
Judy Peck
Larry,
I remember the wonderful stories of the annual family golf tournaments and dinners, John and Vi and the times you all spent at the farm. John was so proud of his family and truly enjoyed the time he shared with all of you. Treasure & celebrate those memories, they are priceless. Our thoughts are with you all at this time. John, rest in peace.
Judy & Phil
Colleen
Dear Larry and family
My sincere condolences
Colleen
Stephanie Hill-Nicholls
Larry and your wonderful family,
I am so sorry to hear about your Dad’s passing. Carol had shared a book about your heritage with me on one of my visits. Your Dad was quite a neat guy.
Love from Steph Hill – Nicholls
Sue Johnston
Dear Larry and family,
Our sincere condolences.
Mac and Sue Johnston
Bruce and Ellen Mooney
Dear Larry and Family,
Our condolences with caring thoughts.
Bruce and Ellen Mooney
Joe Gray
Our sympathy to Linda; Larry and families. We are sorry to hear of John’s death. Old neighbours of John’s for many years on Dixie and Countryside.
Sincerely,
Elaine & Joe Gray
Sheila shields
My sympathy Larry, Linda and families. Fond memories of great times in Florida. Sheila shields
Patty Halls
Our deepest condolences to Larry and Families during this very difficult time. Cherish the memories of your Dad,Grandpa,Great-Grandpa to help with the days to forward.
Love The Halls Family xo
Susan Bassili
Linda
I am so sorry to hear about your father. You described him recently as so full of life. You will have many wonderful memories.
Love Susan
Larry & Margaret Proctor
Our condolences to the family from the Proctors. I can remember many parties that my parents Doug and Jean, either hosted or attended, that usually included John and Vi.
Garry Castator
Larry, Linda and family. Condolences from the Castator family on the passing of John. He will be missed and our thoughts are with you.
Fred Julian
Larry and Linda and families Please accept our condolences & sympathy on the passing of John, what a great guy
always had time for a chat and inquiring about your connections
David & Fred Julian & families
Roger Mullin
In 1979 John and Vi were members of the Canadian Goodwill Rifle Team to Kenya alluded to in the obituary on which I also served as the youngest member. I have fond memories of that trip, especially the social affairs included. John was an outgoing gregarious addition to that team and remained a friend over the years as he pursued his rifle shooting hobby. He will be missed by his many friends and acquaintances in our sport. RIP, John.
Donna Vamplew
The Ontario Rifle Association sends condolences to the entire Ingoldsby family. John was a great supporter of the rifle scene in Ontario and Canada. He will be greatly missed. Condolences are also sent from Edith Vamplew, personally.
Barry and Pat Shields
Our sincere condolence to all John’s family. He will be truly missed by many.. He and Vi were good friends to us. We looked forward to his car coming in the lane with a new story or to catch up on what was new in our lives. John is at home with Vi and looking over all of us. God Bless All
Don and Sharon Bell
Larry, Don and I send our sincere condolences and prayers for you and your family. With time, may your sorrows be lightened and replaced with fond memories of your father. May God give each of you the comfort you need at this time.
Bob & Beth Shaw
Larry, Linda and families,
Our condolences on the passing of John. A great neighbour for many years who on occasion would stop by for a friendly visit. Also spending time at ORO in Florida enjoying the warm winters. Our thoughts are with you. Cherish your memories.
Bob & Beth Shaw
Laurel Del Genio
I would like to offer my condolences to the family . I remember meeting John and Vi at the office of my husband Robert Del Genio during tax time .. I know Bob considered them as part of his family and enjoyed their time together. Bob passed away in January of 2006.
Marj mitchell
My sincere sympathy to Linda, Larry and families. As good neighbours over the years in Brampton Bob and I shared many good times with John and Vi.
Marj Mitchell