Fairhead: Edward Allan Maurice (Ted),
With a brave heart and strong will Dad fought an amazing fight, but on Thursday June 28, 2012 at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre Barrie, he passed away. Ted, born July 2, 1932 inScarboroughwas the youngest of 8 children toStanleyand Daisy Fairhead. Married to his school sweetheart in 1953, Ted was the devoted and loving husband and best friend of 59 years to Lois (Bates). Proud father of four children: Allan Fairhead (Mary), Jo-Ann McCreary (Keith), Gordon Fairhead (Nancy), and Gayle Hinchey (Grant). Loving Poppa to: Sarah, Rita, Ed, Colin, Allison, Alicia, Robert, and Holly. Great grandfather of Alex, Andre, and Sierra. Loving brother to Violet Diplock of Nobleton. Predeceased by his brothers and sisters: Bessie, Fred, May, Bert, Roy, and Audrey. With a strong vision and love of his family, Ted and Lois opened the family business Alliston Print & Litho Inc. in 1976, knowing to step back to move the company to the next generation, Ted was still a valued consultant for the past 7 years. Ted was also a member of the Seven Star Lodge #285, Alliston. He will be greatly missed by family and friends.
The family will receive friends at Rod Abrams Funeral Home,1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham 905-936-3477 on Monday July 2, 2012 from 2-4 and 7-9pm. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel, 1pm Tuesday July 3, 2012 . In lieu of flowers donations if desired can be made to Stevenson Memorial Hospital Foundation (200 Fletcher Crescent, Box 4000, Alliston, L9R 1W7) or the RCL #171 Alliston Cenotaph Fund (111 Dufferin Street South, Alliston, L9R 1E9).
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J.J. Paul and Margaret Whiteside says
Lois and Family:
Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.Ted was a respected member of the Alliston business community for many years.
Mike&Marnie Francis says
To Aunt Lois,Al,Jo,Gord and Gayle.We were saddened my the sudden loss of Uncle Ted. I will always remember his awesome sense of humor,he always made me smile when I was around him. there are thousands of memories I will cherish.A few are from family get togethers when we were all in our younger years at Crocus ave and Puzzle Lake,fishing,swimming and hunting.I to this day never forget the desire and hard work he instilled in me when I worked for him at the print shop many years ago. Our thoughts will be with you during this tough time. Always remember the fun and happy times about Uncle Ted,I remember my father this way and there is not a day goes by that he is not forgotten,as I am sure you will cherish Uncle Ted this way.
Vicki Steve Nick Stephanie Gannon says
Good bye Uncle Ted… you were an amazing man, i loved your sense of humour. To Aunt Lois, i am very sorry for your loss, take good care of yourself. To Al, Jo, Gord, and Gayle, remember all the happy times, you cant replace your dad, i miss mine everyday, but the happy and fun memories are my most cherished reminders of the great man he was.
Richard Gaffney says
I was very sad to hear about Ted’s passing. He was a very good father,grandfather and the best father in law I could have asked for. My deepest sympathy to Lois and all family and relatives at this time of sorrow he will be sadly missed but not forgotten. May he be granted eternal happiness.
Beatriz Baumfeld & Family says
Ted Fairhead was the most devoted husband and a true & sincere gentleman.He fought a courageous battle never showing defeat! He has left a wonderful legacy and will live in our hearts forever.
Our sincere & heartfelt condolences.
Klaus & Beatriz
Pat Lerche says
So sorry to hear of Ted’s passing. Your family has lost a wonderful man. Enjoy the memories of this true gentleman. My thoughts are with you.