BROWN, Fergus Michael Edward

Jan 30, 2013

After a four year battle with cancer, Fergus was released into the loving arms of God, Monday afternoon, January 22nd. Born in Gauldry, Cupar Fife, Scotland on October 17, 1941. Beloved husband of forty one years, and best friend of Carolyn D. Brown (nee Thornton). Cherished son of the late Edward and Devina Brown (former matron for 24 years at Lakefield School for Boys). Beloved 'papa' of four-legged Molly Brown and Sweet Pea. He is survived by his loving cousins, Christine Macintosh (the late Dr. Alastair Macintosh of Georgetown) and her children, Dr. Elspeth Kushnir of Smith Falls, Donald of Toronto, Allison of Georgetown, Rory of Toronto and their families. Fergus will be fondly remembered by his brothers and sisters-in-law Mary Nell (Bruce) of Minocqua, Wisconsin, Lillian Landry (the late Jack) of Hendersonville, Noth Carolina, as well as many neices and nephews. Predeceased by his father and mother-in-law Duke and Lillian Thornton of Jackson, Mississippi, and his sister-in-law Lorene Thornton Cain. Special thanks to Dr. Morell (Perth Hospital), Dr. Booth, Dr. Ostic, nurse Tammy and all of the extraordinary nurses and volunteers in the chemo room at the cancer clinic. As well, Dr. Kondor and the palliative care nurses and the Red Cross caregivers who looked after Fergus at home. Thanks especially to Rev. Patsy Henry and the army of friends who gave exceptional care and support during the last weeks of Fergus' life. Visitation at the GORDON F. TOMPKINS FUNERAL HOME - Township Chapel, 435 Davis Drive (Taylor-Kidd Blvd. at Centennial Dr.) on Sunday, January 27th from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at St. Paul's United Church, Harrowsmith, on Monday, January 28th at 11 a.m. Interment in Harrowsmith Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations in Fergus' memory may be made to St. Paul's United Church, Harrowsmith.