Aitchison, Ewart Nelson surrounded by the love of his family passed away peacefully on March 12 2024 after a short but courageous battle with cancer in his 68th year. He was unconditionally loved by his wife Dale. Loving father of Amanda (Paul), Derrick, Michael (Kate), Darryl, Amanda (Dustin), Andrew, and Matthew and cherished Papa to 8 beautiful grandchildren. Ewart will be dearly missed by his sister, Dalyce (Dan) and fondly remembered by his nephews, extended family, and friends.
Ewart was a proud local business owner of over 40 years, and grateful for the community’s patronage and loyalty.
Ewart’s memory will forever live on in the hearts of those he leaves behind. With his great passion for Hockey, Dodge trucks and dogs his love and legacy will continue to inspire us all.
A private service will be held with family and close friends at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham on Friday March 15, 2024
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ewart’s memory to Matthews House Hospice. Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.
Service
Private Invitational Service
Rod Abrams Funeral Home
1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham Ontario L0G1W0
Friday March 15, 2024
Dan Thomas says
dale and family, im sorry for your loss, you are in a very very large circle of friends that grew over the years. many new friends to come, ewart was a true shepherd to all his family and friends,
Greg Cameron says
I was so shocked to hear of this tragedy. I had done business with this fine gentleman over the years. Always pleasant, not to mention fair. An absolute prince of a man. Deepest condolences.
Donna Pisani and family says
With heartfelt condolences..we are so sorry to hear about the passing of Ewart
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family
Kathy and Brett says
We are so sorry for your loss. Ewart was a wonder man and awesome friend. He always offered his help or if we need anything while caring for Brett.
We are sorry for you Dale and the whole family. If you need to talk you know where we are Dale. Both you and Ewart were always there for us and we will never forget. Ever!
Love and hugs to you all
Brett and Kathy Cresswell
Fly with the angels Buddy ♥️
Steve and Lori Arthur says
Dale and family
Steve and I were very sorry to hear about Ewart. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Sara & Greg Ross says
Sending all our love to Dale and family. Our hearts are sad but Ewarts memory will always live on.
Rick and Karen Oldfield says
Our condolences Dale and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Brian and Irene says
We were so saddened to hear of your loss Dale and family. Our deepest condolences to you and your family our prayers are with you
Dave Cober says
Dalyce and the Aitchison Family.
My condolences, so sorry to here of Ewarts
passing.
Dave Cober
Shawnassey & Jordan says
Dale and family, we are so very sorry for your loss. He will be missed.
Charlene Fry says
Al and I send our deepest sympathies to the entire family. May he rest in peace.
Kevin & Susan Follett says
So sorry for your loss condolences to you & your family. Love Kevin & Susan Follett
Ron and Donna Ingram says
We were very saddened and shocked to hear of Ewart’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences to all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Ron and Donna Ingram (neighbours)
Gillian Martin says
Sending love,thoughts and prayers to all of the family. Our deepest condolences. Paul and Gillian
Sandra & Dennis O'Hara says
Sorry to hear of Ewart’s passing. Our Condolences!!
The O’Hara Family
Barb Rowley says
To the family of Ewart Aitchison,
Our sincerest condolences in your loss. RIP Ewart!
Regards,
Ken & Family
Bill & Cynthia
Barb, John and Family
Jammie Rice says
So sorry for your loss he will be missed by many
Wendy-Sue says
Dalyce and all the Aitchison family:
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Ewart’s passing. I had no idea he was sick. Ewart’s quick wit and quirky sense of humour will always hold a a warm place in my heart. Rest in Peace my old friend.
Cindy and Matt Coffin says
We are so sorry for your loss.
Ewart will be missed by many.
Angela Goosney says
So sorry to hear of Ewarts passing. Our thoughts are with you all. We wish you peace and comfort at this difficult time. Hugs. Larry and Angela
Lorraine says
Dalyce, Dan Dale and family
Out deepest condolences to you and your entire family ❤️
Lorraine and Bob
Dawn and Mike, Ian Fisher says
our deepest condolences to Dale and family, we will missed his since of humor with us and the funny look we would get . Ewart was a wonderful person and had a great heart RIP
Crystal, Jay, Kelly & Joseph says
Dale & Family,
We are deeply sorry to hear about the passing of Ewart. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Crystal, Jay, Kelly & Joseph
Linda Boudreau says
So sorry to hear this sad news our deepest condolences to Dale and the whole family you are all in our thoughts RIP Ewart you will be missed
Teresa Finnerty says
My condolences to the family. Ewart always had a smile and a sense of humor. John, Teresa Finnerty
Connie says
So sorry for your loss Dale. Our deepest condolences. Our thoughts are you and your family during this time.
Clarence & Carol Boyd says
Sorry for the loss of a good friend. Long time friends in the trucking business.
Rodney cline says
May you reat easy . My condolences to Dale and the whole family im very sorry for their loss.
Jen Keele says
We were so sorry to hear of Ewart’s sudden passing. Our deepest condolences to Dale, and family. We will never forget his kindness to us over the years.
Derek, Jen and Jordn
Garry and Mary Wiley says
Our very deepest sympathies to the Aitchison family on Ewarts passing
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
John and Sharon Hutchins says
Dalyce and family, so sorry to hear this news, cherish the memories, gone way too young
Lana Morrison says
We were saddened to hear of Ewart’s passing and are deeply sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with the family during this difficult time.
Lana & Brian Morrison
The Raymonds says
Our heartfelt condolences go out to the entire family during this incredibly difficult time. May you find strength and comfort in each other’s presence and in the cherished memories you shared with Ewart. Please know that you’re in our thoughts and prayers.
– Doug, Lisa, Lily & Madison Raymond
Astrid hall iliohan says
Sorry to hear the passing of a gentle man with a big heart .may he RIP now
Melissa Pasquali says
Deepest condolences to the family❤️
Tabitha LeGresley says
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. · Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss. I hope time brings you peace and you’re surrounded and lifted up by the ones you love most.
Love you always xo
Mario Cugliari says
To Dale & Family,
Both Mario and I are very sad to hear about Ewart’s passing. He was always kind to us and showed a lot of respect and kindness . He was always a gentleman. We hope that you can find some comfort in the life you shared with him.
Our deepest condolences.
Anna & Mario Cugliari
Amber & Steve Vater & Family says
So sorry to hear of Ewarts sudden passing, may he rest in peace.
Thinking of you all at this difficult time ❤️
Shawn and Heather says
Dale
We are so sorry to hear about Ewarts passing.
He was loved by so many.
May he rest in peace
Shawn and Heather
Mitchell Ronan says
Dale, and family,
My deepest sympathy is with you all during this time. Ewart was a special person, and I looked up to him as a friend, and also in business. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and the entire community he cherished and worked so hard to support over the years. May you cherish the beautiful memories, and I will ensure to carry his legacy on forever through MSI, and the community.
Rest in peace my friend,
Mitch Ronan
Mike Ryder says
My deepest condolence to Dale and the family. Ewart was a great man and had the best laugh and smile. He will be deeply missed by everyone whose lives he touched.
Susan Rainey says
Being first cousins, Ewart, Dalyce and I had fond memories as kids and good times as adults.
I wish the family healing and peace.
Luke Jardas says
Such a hard thing to come to terms with. I will miss my little small talk and Ewarts witty Jokes. An Awesome Guy all around. My He rest peacefully. My condolences to his family and friends.
Leo McGinty says
Dale, Dalyce and families
I was truly saddened to hear of Ewart’s sudden passing. I always enjoyed our conversations each time we met. He always kept a generational tradition of helping the Beeton Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion by providing and delivering materials over the years. He will be missed by many in our community. May all the good memories assist you at this time.
Leo and Tara McGinty
Melissa says
Dalyce, Dan and all of the family,
Deepest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pat & Melissa Sullivan
Maxine Armstrong says
Dalyce and family,
Sorry to hear of Ewart’s passing. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Mary Rankin says
We so sorry to hear of his passing R.I. P. May and jim
Maud and Steve says
Dale
My heart is broken, I will miss my rides with him on “Christmas in July”and our “end of the season ” hugs i will never forget how thoughtful and kind he was to me. RIP in peace my friend
Maud and Steve
XOXO
Bill LaMantia says
So very sorry to hear of your passing Ewart always enjoyed my time working with you at MSI. Our condolences to Dale and your family. Rhonda and Bill LaMantia and family.
Joe attias sue Attias says
We are so sorry for your loss. Ewart
Was a great man and so saddened by this sudden news
Our total condolences to Dale and family
Love the Attias Family
marc ronan says
Rest in Peace Ewart; May your great sense of humour and genuine personality follow you in your new journey. Condolences to dale and all the family
Steve Longman says
Steve Longman and John and Family have made a donation to Matthews House Hospice from their families and the work family Derrick shares at Longmans Woodbine Chrysler.
Our condolences to Derrick and his full extended family on their loss.
Lynn O'Donnell says
So terribly sad to hear the news, Ewart was a fun loving and compassionate person, I enjoyed working with him at Aitchison’s Sand and Gravel, and many good nights at Loretto Tavern. I will miss catching up with him when I call Mulmur Stone. My condolences to Dale and his family.
Ashley, Adam & Amber says
We are deeply shocked and saddned. Our deepest condolences to the family during this difficult time.
Ewart, you will be missed by so many.
Alison amd larry says
Dale and family we are so saddened and shocked to hear a about Ewart he was truly a pillar of the community and a wondeful caring man. I wish our words could bring you some comfort during this time he will be truly missed by so many but non more to than you. We sincerely hope your memories are long and bring some peace. Alison and Larry Rea
Mark Kellett says
On behalf of Derrick’s work Family at Woodbine Chrysler, we offer our deepest condolences to Derrick and the whole family on the untimely loss of their Father, friend, sister and extended family.
Julie Crowder says
Dale & Family,
We are so sorry to hear about the sudden passing of Ewart and are sending our deepest condolences to you all. Cherish the amazing memories and wishing you all strength as you navigate through this difficult time.
Julie, Mike and Mila
Lorraine Melanson says
My deepest condolences to the entire family
Ron & Camille says
We are beyond saddened by this unfortunate news and want to offer our condolences to the family. Prayers for healing during this difficult time!!
Susan Anderson says
So sorry to hear this sad news! My deepest condolences to Dale and the rest of the family! Cherish your memories! Susan, Ryan, Brayden and Brody (big hugs to his sweetheart)
Wanda Horan says
Sending my deepest condolences to Ewart’s Family.
Treasure your Memories.
Laura Carter says
My deepest condolences and prayers are with you Dale, Matt and your family. Was so saddened to hear of Ewart’s passing. He will be missed and I pray you can find peace in the memories.
Brian and Patti Snell says
To Dale, and family.
We are very sorry to learn of Ewart’s passing. We extend our condolences at this difficult time. Ewart always had time to tell an interesting story, and usually it ended with a good laugh. Our thoughts are with you.
Sincerely, Brian and Patti Snell, and family.
Joanne says
My thoughts and prayers are with you Dalyce and family as well as Ewarts family
Charlie and Yvonne Anderson says
Our heartfelt condolences to all of Ewart’s Family.
Tammy Agnew Hartwick says
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with everyone during this difficult time.
Lorna&Doug Graham says
We are so sorry to hear of Ewart’s passing. We have lost touch over the years but spent many hours with his family when we was a young boy. Doug was disc jockey for his wedding. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Lorna& Doug Graham
Charlie & Cash Horan says
Dale, Dalyce, Dan & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Sincere heartfelt condolences. Ewart was a great friend.
Charlie & Cash
Joanne & Peter Duggan and family says
We are so sad to hear of Ewart’s passing. He will be greatly missed by all. You are all in our thoughts and prayers
Rae-Anne Ladouceur says
My condolences to the family very sorry for your loss. Ewart , you will always be remembered for your quick whit and humour. You will be dearly missed by all.
Jim Rainey & Family says
Dalyce, Dale & Family,
Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family on the loss of Ewart.
Karen and Paul Stitt says
Our deepest sympathy for your loss, gone much too soon. We wish you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Nikki Mackenzie says
We are so terribly sorry to hear about the loss of wonderful Ewart. We are privileged to have you as our neighbours. It was very obvious how much he loved his family, and I will miss waving at him and seeing his friendly face. He paid for James’ Tim Hortons order many times so we owe you lots of coffee.
Pat Robertson says
Our deepest condolences to Dale,and all of the family, Ewart was something special with his humor and round bout ways,fly high now with the angels, pat and George
Penney Family says
Our deepest condolences to the family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Xo
David and Maureen Archibald and family says
Our sincere sympathy to all the Aitchison families.
Jeffrey oldfield says
Deepest condolences from the Oldfield family. RIP
Ron adams says
So sorry for your loss he was a great guy and will be missed R I P my friend
Valerie Hodges-Routledge says
Keeping you all in our warmest thoughts as you navigate this difficult time.
Lots of Love
Val
Judy Lipsett says
Our deepest condolences to all of Ewarts family , gone too soon, cherish all the wonderful memories you have , Cal and Judy Lipsett and Family
RUBY MCLEOD says
Our deepest condolences to the family, Ewart you will be missed by so many people.
Fly high with the angels my friend Till we meet again.