Haley: Francis ‘Frank’ Edward,
(Knights of Columbus – 4th Degree)
Peacefully at Matthews House Hospice in Alliston, Ontario on July 25, 2023. Frank Haley at the age of 97 years, beloved husband of the late Noreen Mary Haley (nee: Madigan). Loving father of Karen Haley (Carmen Molinaro), Ed Haley (Tina Breed), Trish Doran (John), the late Philip Haley (Susan), and the late Sheila Ann Haley. Dearly loved grandfather of Michael, Anthony, Joe (Jess), Eddie, Meghan, and great grandfather of Huxley. Sadly missed by his siblings Sister Mary Kathleen SSND, Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Haley, Catherine Sheehan (Jim), and predeceased by Jim, Margaret, Wilf, Pat, Tony, Brother Nick CSsR, Dick, Thomas and John. Forever in the hearts of his many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
The Family will receive friends at Rod Abrams Funeral Home at 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham, Ontario on Sunday July 30, 2023 from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday July 31, 2023 at 11:30 am in St. James Church Colgan, Ontario. Interment will follow in St. James Cemetery. Donations in Frank’s memory to Matthews House Hospice would be greatly appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be left at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.
Service
Visitation
Rod Abrams Funeral Home
1666 Tottenham Rd. Tottenham Ontario L0G1W0
Sunday July 30, 3023
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Sunday July 30, 20236:00pm - 8:00pm
Mass of Christian Burial
St. James Church Colgan
2118 Adjala Tecumseth Townline, Colgan
Monday July 31, 202311:30am
Jodie Guillemette says
My sympathies to the family and dear friends of Frank. I always admired his unwavering faith and dedication to our St. James Parish community.
His kindness and smile warmed my heart. He lived a long and good life. May the memories of Frank bring you all comfort as well as joy knowing his final resting place is with our Father in heaven. Love and peace, Jodie Guillemette and Tom Eagan
Rob and Bonnie Dermott says
Our deepest condolences to the Haley family. You Dad was a True Gentleman! Rob and Bonnie Dermott
Mark Klus says
Dear Karen, Edward and the Haley family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your dear father, father-in-law, grandfather and treasured blessing in your lives.
I knew Mr. Haley as a child when I lived in Cookstown. My parents were good friends with Mr. & Mrs. Haley, and I remember visiting them, Karen and Edward in their Alliston home across the street from St. Paul’s Elementary School and church.
I remember Mr. Haley as being rather short, but there’s a great Polish saying that fits him very well: “Small in stature, great in spirit” (“Maly wzrostem, wielki duchem”). I also remember Mr. Haley knowing French. Once he and the family visited us in Mattawa (near northern Ontario). The fishing was great, and my dad took us out. When, sitting the boat on the wide river, I asked Mr. Haley the French word for water, he replied “eau.” I couldn’t, wouldn’t believe that such a simple sound sufficed for something like water. One example of nothing but fond memories of a fine, upstanding, good-humoured Christian man.
May God grant him Memory Eternal, and May you feel His presence in your time of sorrow.
Mark Klus
Philadelphia
Vicki McQuarrie says
We would like to send our sincere condolences to Frank’s family. We were on vacation and did not know that he had passed. As neighbours, we admired his family’s dedication to his health and well-being. We will miss his wry sense of humour and friendly wave. Vicki, Al, Andrew and Matthew.
Lorraine Guerreiro says
To all the Haley family sincere condolences on the passing of your one-and-only (brother/dad/uncle…)Frank.
He may have been small in stature, however he was easily recognizable for his big smile/big heart. May you celebrate the good times shared together along with family/friends/KofC/St James community by recalling many heartfelt/fun memories. With sympathy, peace, and blessings.
Bonnie and Ken Pratt says
Sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. We had some good conversations during our butcher days and the years after. Blessings Ken and Bonnie Pratt
Niki and Sam Gallo says
Such a lovely man, always a smile on his face whose glass was always half full. He will be missed by many but will once again be with his beloved wife. Sam and Niki Gallo
Debbie Darling says
We wish you and your family our deepest condolences Karen. May your beloved dad rest in peace.
Bob & Pat Jackson says
To the Haley Family
Our sincere condolences for your loss.
Your Father & Mother were good friends to my Mother, Dorothy Amon.
Treasure your memories.
John McIntyre says
Please accept our sympathy. Frank was a friend whom we had the pleasure of spending time with. We will always remember his kind and gentle ways.
With heartfelt Condolences
John & Francine McIntyre
Al & Mary Van Hezewyk and families says
Sorry about the loss of your father, we will keep him and your whole family in our prayers. Frank was a faith filled community member who always had a kind word to share and he was looking forward to be reunited with your mother.
Catherine and Bruce. says
To Karen, Carmen, Michael, Anthony and the rest of the Haley family, we are so sorry for your loss.
Eva says
One of my favourite human beings.. ❤️. What a beautiful legacy of grounded love, sincerity, wisdom, playfulness, faith and compassion he brought to this life… love to you all. xoxo
Charlene (Lowndes) Spagnuolo says
I am so sorry for your loss. Frank was ‘Uncle Frank’ to all of us in Loretto…A huge, loving soul! May he rest in peace!
Beatriz Baumfeld says
My thoughts and prayers are with all of Frank’s Family. It was an honour for me to be able to pray and bring communion to him once a week while he was in Matthews House. His faith, smile and spiritual believes where an inspiration to everyone around him. May he rest in peace!
Angelique D'Mello says
Thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time of memories, healing and loss. May he rest in peace, in the after, after a long and impressionable presence amongst the living. I heard so many stories, I feel I know him. Hugs to you all.
Ron and Gwen Foster says
To the Haley clan,our heartfelt sympathy for the loss of a great man,who will be missed by all we worked with him at OK Economy Orangeville,and I.G.A. Tottenham
Hendry and Marie Doran says
Frank’s passing leaves a big hole in the hearts of all of you. May God give you all the strength you’ll need in the coming days and months
Barb and David Bricknell says
We are sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. What a wonderful man. He always had a big smile and hello. Frank always had time for a chat and was a great storyteller.
Ivor & Ginny Cathcart says
We are so very saddened by the news of Frank’s passing. Frank truly was a man with a strong sense of community and faith. Please accept our sincere condolences.
M.K. Megraw says
Fond memories of Frank and Noreen as a wee gaffer…they took me into there home
when me mammy had to work. Salt of the earth. Lots of good readings at the lectern
did Frank. My sincere condolences…Jesus remember Frank when you come into
your Kingdom. Amen
Don & Theresa Rait says
Frank was a wonderful faith filled person. His warmth and happy smile brought light to all he met. Our community will certainly miss his positive approach and unwavering service.
God bless you Frank.
Theresa and Don Rait
chris and steph says
dear ed and tina…
we are sooooooooooo sorry to hear of franks passing…:O( may you find comfort in your memories and remember the good times!!! when you look up into the sky at night and see the brightest star…its the porchlight welcoming frank home
BIG supportive hugs as always…just us… chris and steph
Karen and Larry Snider says
Larry and I wish you and your family our deepest sympathies.
May he rest in peace.
Donal Blacklaws says
My sincerest condolences to Frank’s family and families.
God bless all .
Robert and Gabrielle Suthers says
So sad to hear about Frank. He was a good man to the end. We offer our sincere condolences to the family, and thank God that Frank is now in peace.