It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of George Albert Sayewell. George passed away at age 71 on March 18, 2023 surrounded by his family at Matthews House Hospice.
Husband to Susan for 45 years and father of two boys, Adam (Caitlin) and Ian (Jenna). A Grandfather to Lauren, Henry and Ethan, and dear brother to Carol (Rick) and Stephen (Victoria)
George was an avid sports enthusiast. He loved golf and hockey. He was a lifelong Leafs fan. Special thanks to Dr. Zibdawi and the amazing team on the cancer ward at Southlake Regional Health Centre. Memorial Visitation will be held in his honour at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham 905-936-3477 on Saturday March 25, 2023 from 1pm-4pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Matthews House Hospice in Alliston.
Service
Memorial Visitation
Rod Abrams Funeral Home
1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham Ontario L0G1W0
Saturday March 25, 2023
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Richard House says
We are sad to lose another Maple friend,George will always be remembered for his smile and happy to see you face!
Our condolences to you Sue and your family during these tough times.
Rick and Elaine House
Doreen and Terry Shepherd says
Doreen and I are deeply saddened to read about the passing of George. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Sue, all the family and friends during this most difficult time. Rest easy George.
Marianna McGill says
My sincere condolences Sue and family at this most difficult time! Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers!
Bill Verbeek says
Mentor, colleague, bet placer, play maker, card player…. This was the George Sayewell I knew, whether he was at the track, taking a shot as a Woodpussy or playing hearts, he did it with gusto! Rest easy big man, you will be missed.
Elizabeth Kirley says
George was a gem. Always the gentleman, always a joke or a wise observation, he was a privilege to know. Our sympathies Sue, Adam, Ian and families.
Jerry Switzer and Elizabeth Kirley
Debbie Slaughter says
Very sorry to hear of George’s passing. Sending our sincere condolences to Sue + the whole Sayewell family.
When we met George, over 50 years ago his nickname was Brute! It suited him so well.
Strong as a horse, gentle as a lamb, soft spoken, a beautiful smile and a true life time friend.
We will meet up with you again George, just not yet.
RIP our dear friend
Love
Jack + Debbie Slaughter
Robb Brown says
Joyce and I are saddened to hear of Georges’ passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. We worked in the same building for years. We played hockey together and golfed in many tournaments. George was one of the nicest guys I ever worked with and I am sorry he is gone so soon.
Ed Simmons says
Sorry to hear of George’s passing. I worked with George in the water department for number of years. He was the life of the party. Always smiling. RIP
Ed Simmons
Debbie and Norm Pirtovshek says
Our thoughts are with Susan, Adam, Ian, Jenna and Caitlin. We couldn’t have asked for a more gentle and kind father in-law for Our daughter Caitlin. May Adam and Caitlin keep their memories of Grampa George alive so Henry will always know his grandfather. Love Debbie and Norm Pirtovshek.
Janet Domingues says
Hi Sue – I’m sorry you are going through this. Sending a hug to you.
John Brown says
I am sad to hear of George’s passing. I haven’t seen George for maybe 50 years. As kids we played hockey in Maple. On skates George was a big guy. Usually big guys lack agility and quick moves. Not George. He could skate like the wind and was very shifty. One little deke and he as around you and putting the puck in the top corner. Gentleman. Condolences to his family.
John Brown
Terry and Kathy (nee Ella) Agar says
Our sincere condolences to the family. At Teston United Church we knew the Saywell family through George and Doris and later knew George through work at the City of Vaughan. Was always a pleasure talking with him whenever our paths crossed. Sorry we cannot attend the service as we are away in Mexico until March 28.
Our prayers to the family.
Paula Munro says
Dear Sue, Ian and Adam
My very sincerest condolences to you and both Sayewell and Marsden families. My thoughts and prayers are with you. George was a lovely man and his memories will live on. Rest in eternal peace.
Ann Cullen says
Susan,
Saddened to hear of your husband’s passing. My condolences to you and your family.
Wayne and Darlene Sherman says
Dear Sue and family,
We always looked forward to reconnecting with George, especially at the sip and sings and will miss his warm welcome and friendly chatter.
Thinking of you all with our sincere condolences.
Ken and Benda Parkes says
To Susan, Adam and Ian
We were truly saddened to hear of George’s passing. We will always remember George’s love for life and family. He has gone far too soon. He will be missed by all. May cherished memories bring you peace as time passes. If there is anything we can do to assist at this most difficult of times, please do not hesitate to call on us.
Bill & Sandy Clark says
Dear Sue and Family,
Very sad to hear of George’s passing. Thinking of you with deepest sympathy at this difficult time. Remember that you are not parted, only just apart–but in memory kept close at heart. Bill & Sandy Clark
Leonard Hoogenboom says
Knew George in the hockey yrs in maple, stand up dude , lost contact when we moved to elmvale to farm
John Paterson says
My sincere condolences to the family. We all knew George is a huge Maple Leaf fan. We had many great memories on the golf course. It’s been a great pleasure working with him for so many years.
Irene Hoogenboom says
George was very special. I knew George in his teenage years and Maple Hockey. Yes George was always like a ray of happy sunshine. We double dated; me and Jim Maddin and my sister Peggy. Great memories at his parents cottage teaching us how to water ski. Special Happy Memories last forever and ever. Thank you George❤️
Irene Hoogenboom
Edward hoogenboom says
Great man
Kewal Kharbanda says
George was such a gentle soul, a great colleague and mentor.
Sincere condolences to the family.
Kathy Li says
Dear Sue and family,
We are so sad to hear of George’s passing. He was always ready with a quick smile and some banter at the sip and sings. Sending you all love and peace.
Kathy and Lee
Steve Plant says
George and I lived together, traveled west together, worked the oil rigs in Athabasca, coal mine in BC and shared some fine adventure. He was always a stand-up guy. I think back on him with a smile. My deepest sympathy on his passing
Harold Boake says
Hi Steve. Send me your contact information. [email protected]
Richard House says
Hi Steve,send me your contact info.
Rick house [email protected]
Paul Osborne says
Very sad to hear of George’s passing. George was a great friend with a sense of humour. Working and golfing was a great honour. He will be remembered fondly and missed by many.
Debbie Marsden says
Susan, Adam, Ian and family. I was sad to hear of George’s passing and wanted you all to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Cherish all the memories that you have. Love and hugs to all of you.
Bob Eagan says
Sue, Adam, Ian and family,
So sorry to hear of George passing. We would always share a laugh
on the rare occasions we spoke over the years. Deepest sympathy to all!
Bob Eagan
Jane Ireland says
I was so saddened to hear of the passing of my cousin George. George always had a smile and made you feel at ease. My heartfelt condolences to Susan and family.
Harold Boake says
My sincere condolences condolences to Sue and the Sayewell family. I know they there loss will be heart felt.. I thank you George for the life time of Memories.
Catherine & David Jackson says
Dear Sue and family,
We were so saddened by this news. George was such a lovely man, always smiling. We were lucky to have known him.
Please accept our deepest condolences.
Ginny & Ivor Cathcart says
Sear Sue, Adam, Ian and families. Our hearts are broken at the loss of our dear friend and neighbour. For 35 years we have shared and journeyed together raising our families. Many wonderful memories and incredible moments. Holding you all in our hearts and in our prayers.
Todd Wilson says
My condolences to you all ….!
He was a great friend mentor and colleague for many years at the City as well as on the golf course he’ll always be remembered rest in peace my friend…!!
Todd Wilson …!!!
Angela Fracassi Lescard says
He was a gentle and kind man. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Dean Virgoe says
I am deeply saddened to hear of George’s passing. My siblings and I had the pleasure of working with George for many years. George and my father were good friends and avid golfers. I’ve never seen George without a smile and had a huge sense of humor. A ton of great memories that will never be forgotten. RIP my friend. See you on the other side.
Siobhan Hitchmough says
Dear Sue, We were saddened to hear of George’s passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time and wishing you moments of peace and comfort as you cherish memories made. – Siobhan and VJ
Laura Wren says
My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Mary, Michael and Madeline Miranda says
We are so sorry to hear of George’s passing. He lived a blessed life, having such an amazing family. We send our deepest sympathy during this difficult time.
All our love Mary, Michael and Madeline xox
Barb MacIntosh says
Dear Sue, Sincere condolences to you and all your family.
Barb MacIntosh
Chris Slik & Heath Miller says
Our sincerest condolences to you Sue and the entire family during this emotional time. May the fondest memories of George live on forever in our hearts. Much love.
Gail Morgan says
My deepest condolences on the passing of George. Susan and family you are in my thoughts and prayers. RIP George
Cathy and Brent Webb says
Brent and I are so sorry to hear about George. Please know you are in our thoughts and prays.
Cathy and Brent
Ryan Thompson says
George’s laughter was contagious. Always thought he was the “cool” dad.
Because he was!!
Our condolences
Ryan and Andrea Thompson
Lindsay Lorusso says
We are so very sad to hear this news. Thinking of the entire Sayewell family and sending our love especially to Susan, Adam and Ian. Love the Lorussos xo
Alexandra Lorusso says
So so sorry to hear of George’s passing. He was an amazing man, and I was happy to have known him. Sending lots of love and condolences xoxo
Darlene and Leonard Barnes says
We were so sad to hear of George’s passing. We had a lot of fun times on Lake Muskoka with my brother (Gary) touring the lakes. We send our deepest sympathy to Susan, Adam, Ian, Carol and Stephen and their families.
Linda Sinclair says
So sorry to hear that George has passed
Hugs to you and the boys