Standardbred industry participant Fernand Jules 'Fern' Marchildon of Orangeville, Ont. passed away peacefully at Headwaters Health Care Centre on Sunday, Nov. 7 in his 92nd year.
After moving to Orangeville from Penetanguishene in 1963, Fernand was a proud police officer with the Orangeville Police for 30 years. Upon retirement, he found joy in racing horses, maintaining a hobby farm and harvesting maple syrup. He was the patriarch of a large loving family, and his presence and amazing sense of humour will be greatly missed.
Beloved husband of Solange (Sally) for over 72 years. Loved father of Jean-Paul (Mary), Robert (Bonnie), Fernande, Roger (Cheryl), Monita (Glen) and Jules (Vicki). Pere to grandchildren Robbie, Danielle, Owen, Mathew, Joshua, Brandon, Kyle (2013), Carey, Ryan, and Lisa, and 15 great-grandchildren. Also survived by sisters Solange, Paula, Vivian, and Cecile. Predeceased by sisters Leola, Yvette, Rolande and brothers Maurice, Lucien and Martin.
Visitation will be held at the Dods & McNair Funeral Home, Chapel & Reception Centre, 21 First St., Orangeville on Saturday, Nov. 13 from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel at 11 a.m. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, RSVP is required to attend funeral service.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society of Dufferin would be greatly appreciated.
A tree will be planted in memory of Fernand in the Dods & McNair Memorial Forest at the Island Lake Conservation Area, Orangeville.
Condolences may be offered to the family at dodsandmcnair.com.
Please join Standardbred Canada in offering condolences to the family and friends of Fern Marchildon.