Obituary of James "Jim" Collard

It is with great sadness that we announce Jim’s passing on Friday, 23rd September, 2016 in his 68th year. Best friend for 53 years and dearly beloved husband for 48 years of Marla. Loving Dad of Steve and his wife Dina, and Bob and his wife Sonya. "Best Grandpa in the world" to his granddaughters Holly, Olivia, Julia and Addison. Dear son of his mother Shirley and loving brother of Bill and his wife Bette, and Tim and his wife Deb. Predeceased by his father Bill and his sister Kathy. Jim will be missed by his mother-in-law Grace, his brother-in-law Randy and his wife Marie, as well as his nieces, nephews, and many cousins. Jim served as a proud member of the Canadian Armed Forces for 22 years, and then worked for 20 years in Engineering Stores at the University of Western Ontario, before retiring. He cheered hard for the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Toronto Blue Jays and the London Knights. He loved to golf, loved his dog Marley, and will be sorely missed by his many friends. We would like to express our deep appreciation to Dr. Khan and the nurses on the Palliative Care Unit at Parkwood Hospital for their wonderful care of Jim and our family. You are truly angels in our eyes and we thank you with all our hearts. Friends will be received on Tuesday, September 27, from 7-9pm at the EVANS FUNERAL HOME, 648 Hamilton Rd. (1 block East of Egerton). Funeral service will be held in the Evans Chapel on Wednesday, September 28, at 1 pm. Those who wish to make a donation in Jim's memory are asked to consider Parkwood Hospital Palliative Care, or the London Regional Cancer Program. Online condolences can be expressed at www.evansfh.ca Services: Service Date Wednesday, September 28, 2016 Service Time 1 pm Service Location Evans Funeral Home Visitation Sept 27, 2016 Visitation Time 7-9 p.m. Visitation Location Evans Funeral Home Requested Charity Parkwood Palliative Care or London Regional Cancer Program