MacPherson: Andrew Nigel “Andy”,
Suddenly passed away at his home in Schomberg on April 23, 2026. Andy MacPherson at the age of 88 years, son of the late Donald and May MacPherson of London England. Loved baby brother of Agnes (predeceased) and Mary of London England. Beloved husband of Elizabeth MacPherson (Cambourne/Cairns). Much loved step father to Lisa (Dave) Whittaker of Newmarket, Lyle (Janice) Cairns of Haliburton, Marsha (David -predeceased) Reitzel of Waterloo, and Darryl (Sandra) Cairns of Churchill. Step grandfather of eleven and step great grandfather of eight (ninth due in June). Forever in the hearts of his extended family and many friends.
Memorial Visitation will be held at Rod Abrams Funeral Home 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham, 905-936-3477 on Thursday May 7, 2026 from 2-4 and 6-8pm. Memorial Service will be held in the chapel on Friday May 8, 2026 at 11am. Reception will follow in the funeral home’s Cliffside Hall. Interment will be held at Kettleby Cemetery at a later date.
For those who wish, donations in Andy’s memory to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.
Service
Memorial Visitation
Rod Abrams Funeral Home
1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham, Ontario, L0G1W0
Thursday May 7, 2026
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Memorial Visitation
Rod Abrams Funeral Home
1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham, Ontario, L0G1W0
Thursday May 7, 20266:00pm - 8:00pm
Memorial Service
Rod Abrams Funeral Home
1666 Tottenham Road Tottenham, Ontario, L0G1W0
Friday May 8, 202611:00am
Blanchard Deborah says
Liz our deepest condolences!
Andy will be remembered with deep affection! Our memories from working the Aurora Fair and Horse show as well as the Schomberg Fair will be remembered fondly.
Maurice & Debbie Blanchard
Blanchard Deborah says
Liz our deepest condolences!
Andy will be remembered with deep affection! Our memories from working the Aurora Fair and Horse show as well as the Schomberg Fair will be remembered fondly.
Maurice & Debbie Blanchard
Blanchard Deborah says
Liz our deepest condolences!
Andy will be remembered with deep affection! Our memories from working the Aurora Fair and Horse show as well as the Schomberg Fair will be remembered fondly.
Maurice & Debbie Blanchard
Martin Rahn says
Easy to laughter, genuine listening skills, broad wealth of knowledge, this was Andy. Always willing to help and to share. My affiliation was through work, where he was well respected. I love that he helped his community in so many ways, especially the fair. Rest easy.
Wendy-Sue says
I was so sorry to hear of Andy’s passing and also sorry that I could not get to Andy’s service, due to health reasons.
I worked on the Fairboard executive many, many years ago with Andy and he was as kind,appreciative and respectful back then as he was through to his final day. He never failed to pitch in, help out and always with narry a complaint.
For a man who was not even born in this country, had no relatives, other than a sister in a nursing home in England, he has left quite a legacy of memories, friendships and treasured tales that I hope will never be lost.
Liz, my thoughts are with you and all your family. How wonderful for you to have had such a wonderful husband,step-father and great step-father. How lucky for me to be within his sphere. As a Condo neighbour, Andy happily acknowledged everyone and his ceaseless cheeriness pervaded throughout our halls. On my visits to the MacPhersons, Andy would always say to me” You are always welcome here, Wendy-Sue.” I will cherish that sentiment forever.
Asha Easton says
I wish more than anything that I could be at home today to celebrate Andy’s extraordinary life in person.
I first met Andy when I became the Schomberg Fair ambassador as a teenager. He very quickly became one of the first real mentors I ever had in life — the grandfather I never had growing up in Canada. Someone I deeply admired and loved.
What Andy gave me was one of the most invaluable gifts a young person can receive: he showed me what it truly means to be a good citizen. He taught me the power of investing time & effort into local community, and showing up for people you care about. And he lived every one of those lessons himself — so generously, with such warmth and love. Andy, just like Liz, had a heart of pure gold. He was the salt of the earth.
Andy became a role model for me for the rest of my life. No matter where I’ve moved in the world — and I’ve lived so many places now — I have always carried him with me. Whenever I’ve moved somewhere new, I would often think: What would Andy get involved in? Where would he try to make a difference? How would he leave his mark here? That reflection on the way I show up in local community, and the action it has led to, has shaped who I am in ways I truly cannot put into words.
He also believed in me in ways I didn’t yet believe in myself. Andy was there to support me as I learned to become a strong and confident public speaker. That encouragement planted a seed that grew into one of the most important life skills I’ve ever developed, one that has shaped my career and continued to open doors for me ever since.
I was only the ambassador for a year, but Andy stayed in my life for 20+ years after that. He didn’t have to. There was no obligation, no requirement — that was simply who he was. He chose to keep showing up & being such a kind supporter in my life.
The ripple of his impact lives on through me, and I know through the lives of so many others.
I’ll love you forever, Andy – I’ll always miss your huge smile, big hugs, and classic dad jokes. You brightened my day whenever I saw you. Schomberg will never be quite the same to me without you.
Sending enormous love and the warmest of hugs to Lizzie & his entire family today. I hope you can find some peace in knowing how deeply, immeasurably loved and respected Andy was — by so many more people than you’ll ever fully know.
Ken Groombridge says
I’m very sorry to hear the news of Andy’s passing. I first met Andy 30 plus years ago when I joined the Sunday night bowling league at Skyview Lanes. It was always a pleasure seeing Andy, whether it was at bowling or around Schomberg. He always had a smile and time to talk, offering up a joke or a story. I am fortunate to know him and call him friend. He will be truly missed. My condolences to Liz and his family.
Cheryl Fisher says
So sad to hear of Andy’s passing, thoughts are with Liz and family. Andy was a stellar volunteer in Schomberg and a wonderful person. Andy and Liz were early supporters of the Schomberg Community Farm, long before it was “open” and continued to be throughout the years. Seeing him in the library when I worked there, walking around the neighbourhood, or at the seniors lunch he was a familiar friendly face. He will be missed.
Wayne Wheeler says
Saddened to discover the passing of Mr. MacPherson. Walks around town were enriched when crossing paths with the pleasant and smiling man. Always enjoyed sharing conversation with him. He well represented Schomberg with his commitments. He is missed. Thoughts and prayers are with family. Pride and memories shall bring strength.
Ron. Barb Hepburn says
Known to all as Andy . Mac . Higgins .. or the Brit ..He was a good friend to all
.His story of how he ended in Schomberg was an interesting and Thankful one for all of us ..He was a great friend and mentor .. The Schomberg AG Society is deeply saddened for his loss.. big boots to fill…The pic in my mind is Mac ..Brian .. and Bob.. running the sheep and goat show.. our Brit connection ..
RIP Mac..
Barb & Ken Gater says
To Liz and family: So sorry to hear of Andy’s passing. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Patricia Easton says
With heartfelt sympathy to you Liz and the rest of the family. He will always be remembered with much love and great affection. Rest in peace you beautiful soul Andrew Macpherson.
Zelda Thompson says
Sincere condolences Liz and families. Andy had a wonderful smile and cheerful laugh, he will be missed..
Bev and Ian Donaldson says
Dear Liz and Family
So saddened to hear of Andy’s passing.
He will be missed by those who knew him…Bev and Ian Donaldson
Bryan Mason says
We’ll miss a great friend Rest well Andy!
Joanne, Pete Duggan and family says
To Liz and All, so sorry to hear about Andy’s passing. He was such a great man, he will surely be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mairead Hannigan, CFIA Verification Officer says
So sorry to hear of Andy’s passing. I remember him from working at the Toronto CFIA office. He was a kind man and very knowledgeable. He was missed when he retired…and will be missed again at this sorrowful time. My thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time.
Linda Baker says
Liz and Family,
We are saddened to hear of Andy’s passing. There are so many great memories of his jovial character as an integral part of all his very hard work and generosity as a loyal volunteer -being a member of so many local organizations over the years, naming only a few….church, farm/food advocacy, Schomberg Agricultural Society, horticulture etc. Andy will be sorely missed in his community.
May the many, many precious memories bring strength to all Andy’s family and dear friends. Andy’s smile and many ‘a good story’ will be remembered
always!
Heather and Brian Delahunt says
Liz and family,
Saddened to hear of Andy’s passing. He was a prominent gentleman around Schomberg. His passion for Schomberg was evident with his many volunteer hours. May he rest in peace.
Leone Scully says
I was sorry to hear of Andy’s passing. I often met him on my morning walks in Schomberg. My thoughts are with Liz and all of the family.
Cecilia Jane Skudder says
Dear Liz and family, my heartfelt condolences to you all. Andy was a real gentleman and he will be missed. Myself and anther lady, Sally, visited Mary on Monday in the nursing home. She was aware of Andy’s death, whom she always called Nigel, and at the end of our visit we prayed as we always do and then Mary prayed for him, Liz and the family at the end of our visit. Mary is the lone member of the siblings now.
Rest in peace Andy, may the Lord bring you to His glory.
Gd bless from Cecilia and Bob Skudder
Lorna Wilson says
A wonderful Schomberg Fair ‘character’, Andy was always cheerful. Hugs to his family, a bright light now shining forever at the fairs in heaven.
Cathy Davis says
Dear Liz and family, Please accept my sincere sympathies on the loss of your loved one, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Cathy Davis
Norma Jean Stephenson Frans says
To Liz and family, are arms are around you all holding you tight with the passing of Andy. Enjoyed his jokes and chats, and his dedication to Schomberg Ag. Society and Schomberg Fair. Also as a OAAS judge and his mentorship of so many judges. I’m going to miss seeing his “hat” ” “come through the door”. He is already missed. Thinking of you all, Blessings John and Norma Jean Frans
Ruth Wiggins says
Dear Liz and family,
May you find comfort in lasting memories and hope in brighter tomorrows. It was always nice seeing you and Andy at Schomberg fair, District 5 Meetings and when you came to judge at Brampton Fair.
So sorry for your loss.
Ruth Wiggins
(Region of Peel Agricultural Society – Brampton Fair)
CLARENCE PINKNEY AND FAMILY says
IT IS WITH GREAT SADNESS THAT I SEND MY CONDOLENCE ON THE PASSING OF ANDY HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED AT SCHOMBERG FAIR AND IN THE COMMUNITY.
I SEND MY SYMPATHY .
Jeff & Elizabeth Cook says
Elizabeth & family so sorry for your loss of Andy, sending hugs and prayers to you all.
Mary Bachlow says
Dear Liz,
I am so saddened to hear of Andy’s passing. I have known Andy and you through our numerous Horticulture meetings , spanning at least three decades. Andy always helped wherever he could. One thing that always stood out for me was his utmost devotion to you. He was always by your side, through the good and the bad. Together you faced the world. Hugs to you, Liz.
Wayne McDowell says
Liz and family,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Andy MacPherson’s passing. I had the privilege of working alongside Andy in Toronto during our time in food inspection with Agriculture Canada and later the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, and I will always remember him not only as a dedicated and knowledgeable colleague, but as a true friend.
Andy brought integrity, professionalism, and a steady sense of humour to the work we shared. He had a way of making even the most challenging days easier, and his presence left a lasting impression on everyone who had the chance to work with.
My heartfelt condolences go out to his family and loved ones. Andy will be deeply missed, and warmly remembered.
Elaine Maynard-Lloyd says
I am so sorry to learn of Andy’s passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Judy Lipsett says
Dear Liz and Family we are so very sorry to hear of Andy’s passing, may he rest in peace, he was a great man a very hard worker and a gentleman love Cal and Judy and Family
Kevin Holmes says
Dear Liz and Family:
We were so very saddened to hear of Andy’s passing. What can I say about ‘Higgins’? Andy’s passion for the Schomberg Agricultural Society was second to none. He dedicated over six decades to the Society and I am proud to say that I got to work along side him there for over three of those decades. Always a smile, always a good joke, and always a good friend. You were most definitely one of the good guys, Higgins, and you will truly be missed. Liz, our thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Rest easy, Andy.
Kevin, Stephanie, Cale and Leanne Holmes
Maureen Kowal says
To Liz and family. Jack was the high point of our time at the united church with his hearty laugh and great jokes. A kind man we will miss him for sure may God fill your hearts with the comfort of his peace at this time and in days to come hugs Maureen and Dennis Kowal
Nancy Hopkinson says
I was very sorry to hear of Andy’s passing. Whenever you saw him, he would have a joke to share, with a big grin. His laughter was infectious. Lately, he no longer shared jokes but was still could do an excellent job reading Scripture in the Church service. He and Jack Campbell ran a Youth Program at the Schomberg Public School on Friday nights for 7 years. The kids really enjoyed the various sports and crafts offered. They even took the youth to Cold Creek Conservation Area to the high ropes and Andy participated with the kids way up high. My condolences to Liz and the family.
Doug Groombridge says
Andy’s passing is sad news to Schomberg indeed. How I enjoyed Andy as he always had a story to tell. His love for the Schomberg Fair can be matched by no one. Right to the very end he was involved with a smile on his face. I will miss those times together. Liz I know you will miss Andy by your side. You were blest to have each other.
Gods blessings to you and family.
Doug Groombridge
Ailene Mabee says
So sorry to hear of Andy passing..My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.Remember all the good times..Ailene Mabee and Family
Robert and Linda Boak says
Robert and Linda Boak Our condolences go out to the families
Earle Laycock says
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Andy and offer my condolences to Liz and family. Andy and I met through Schomberg United Church and various related events there. November 11th ceremonies in Schomberg were another point of contract.
Andy always had a joke to share and an offer of help, as much as he could, at church events. He will be missed. Andy and I chatted only a few days before he died. Although he had lost some sparkle in his eyes, he seemed well enough. Shows how tentative life can be.
Blessings Andy. May you now be in the loving care of God.