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The death occurred at Algonquin Grace Hospice, Huntsville on July 1, 2014 of Mr. Clarence Holinshead of Huntsville.

 

Beloved husband of Pat Holinshead. Dear father of Cyndi  and her husband Paul Aben and Thomas Holinshead and his wife Jennifer.

 

Loving grandfather of Nicholas, Joshua, Jessica Aben; Noah and Molly Holinshead.

Visitation for Mr. Clarence Holinshead will be held at the Mitchell Funeral Home on Friday, July 4th, 2014 from 2-4pm and 6-8pm.

 

Funeral Service for Mr. Holinshead will be held at Faith Baptist Church, 169 West Rd, Huntsville on Saturday, July 5th, 2014 at 11am. Interment at Lock’s Cemetery, Huntsville.

 


In lieu of flowers donations to Algonquin Grace Hospice or Huntsville Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.

Obituary 

The death occurred peacefully at Algonquin Grace Hospice, Huntsville on July 1, 2014, of Clarence Alan Holinshead, beloved husband of Pat (Donaldson). Father of Cyndi Aben and her husband Paul; Tom and his wife Jennifer (Hicks). Cherished grandpa of Nicholas, Joshua and Jessica Aben and Noah and Molly Holinshead. Survived by Sister June Yearley and her husband Norm; Brother John and his wife Susan; sister-in-law Betty Boal and her husband Tom, Lynda West and her husband Marvin. He will be greatly missed by many nieces and nephews.

Clarence was born in Huntsville on December 18, 1944, to parents Ewart and Eileen (Nickason) Holinshead.

Following their marriage on July 4, 1970, Clarence returned to the homestead of his childhood, and he and Pat built a home at Springfield Farm. This allowed him to follow his true passion of farming, and to instill his love of the land into his children and grandchildren.

Clarence apprenticed as an automotive mechanic at West End Motors where he was employed for numerous years prior to working for his brother John at West End Golf. In 1980, he began his employment at Kimberely-Clark, where he remained until his retirement in 2008.

Clarence was a man of great character and integrity. His gentle touch and vast knowledge earned the respect of all who knew him. Clarence will be dearly missed by his family, friends and neighbours. However, he will live on in our memories with his friendly smile and wave, his entertaining stories and the knowledge he shared with all of us.

Clarence’s family would like to express their gratitude to Dr. Jendyl, Dr. Baechler, Dr. Varieur and all the fabulous nurses at the Chemotherapy Clinic of Huntsville Hospital for their wonderful care provided to Clarence over the last 6 years. Many thanks to the staff of Algonquin Grace Hospice for the compassion shown to Clarence and his family. Thank you to Pastor Baker for his inspirational service, Jillian McDougall for sharing her beautiful voice and the ladies of the church for the luncheon.

Thank you to the pallbearers Gerry Conroy, Nicholas Aben, Matt West, Willie Surphlis, Jeff Yearley and Gus Terziano.

The “Celebration of Life” for Clarence was held at Faith Baptist Church on Saturday, July 5, 2014, followed by internment at Locks Cemetery. Donations may be made in Clarence’s memory to Algonquin Grace Hospice, Huntsville Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice.

“We have been so blessed and incredibly fortunate to have known you”

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  1. Dear Pat and familyI just learned of Clarence’s passing, I know this is very late coming, I was nursing my husband at the same time Clarence was ill, Gerry passed away just after Clarence, August 24, 2014. I can really say I know what you have gone through, the last 2 years have been filled with many ups and downs as I am sure you can relate. Clarence was always a wonderfully kind and gentle man and I am so very sad and sorry for your loss Pat.

    Judy Young Bilodeau

  3. Carol and Garry MawPat and Family we are so sorry to hear about Clarence, he was special. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  4. PatI am so sorry to hear of Clarence’s passing.
    I will miss seeing him once a year in the barn getting my hay..it’s not gonna be easy but from experience I can assure you, you will make it thro.

  5. Pat and family, very sad and sorry to hear about Clarence. I am grateful to have known Clarence, his positive outlook and willingness to share his knowledge will be missed

  6. We are truly saddened by the news. We are thinking about you! Take care.

  7. I just heard of Clarence’s passing today…Plan to be at the funeral tomorrow. My condolences and best wishes to the family

  8. Pat, Cindy and Tom. What a lucky person I have been over the years to have known Clare. At work and play with our years of drag racing, he always was the kindest and most generous person around. Very sorry for your loss.

  9. Pat and family sorry to hear about Clarence our thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Don and Nadine

  10. Pat, we were very sorry to hear about the passing of Clarence. He always had a smile when we saw him. He will be truly missed.Our deepest Condolence’s to you and family.

  11. Pat and family
    We were sorry to hear of your loss. The memories of the day we spent with Clare and the Holinsheads at the beach last summer are very special to us. Clarence was a strong man of integrity and compassion and was happiest when surrounded by his loving family. We are thinking of you.

  12. Pat & family — our profound condolences…please know that we share your sadness at Clare’s passing. He was a very special person…always quick with a smile, eternally patient, and always cheerfully willing to help a pesky neighbour regardless of what was involved. We are grateful for having known him…he will be greatly missed.

  13. Our thoughts and prayers go to you Pat, your family, and Clarence brother John and sister June. Clarence was a great neighbour on Browns Road. My God be with you at this sad time.

  14. Our thoughts go out the the entire Holinshead family. Especially, our dear friends Cyndi and Paul and Tom and Jen…. thinking of you guys and sending our prayers and strength in this sad time ♡♥♡ Hugs♡♥♡

  15. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Clare was always so wonderful and thoughtful to us and we will miss him.Please know if there is anything you need from us, you have only to ask.
    Sarah, Mark, James & Andrew xoxo

  16. Sincere condolences to the entire family from his 2nd cousin once removed. He was the great nephew of my G Grandma Agnes Isabel (Slatter) Buck [his grandmother Bessie (Slatter) Holinshead’s sister].
    Judy Barrette-Flint, Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

  17. Sorry to hear of your father passing, Cyndi! Our sincere condolences to your mother, yourself and the family. It hurts. We pray you’ll know God’s grace.

  18. Our thoughts are with you all!Sue, Julia,Lee,Heather,Alex&Nathan.Jason,Sara,
    Teagan&Caelyn

  20. We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Clare was a good and kind man and a credit to the community. He will be missed.

  21. Clarence was such a fantastic special person in our lives. So supportive of the farming community and always so very positive.We will miss him dearly. Pat, Cyndi, Paul, Tom, Jen and your families our thoughts are with you at this most difficult time.Much love and hugs, Ken & Katya

  22. Clare was the dearest and kindest of men! We were so grateful to see him last Sunday! Our everlasting love to all of his wonderful family, of whom he was immensely proud!

  23. I am so sorry to hear Pat that you have lost your soulmate. I so remember your high school love affair that never faded! How lucky you have been for that. I did not know that Clarence was as sick as he was. What a wonderful sweet guy. They don’t come any better. Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. With love Val

  24. Cyndi, your Dad was always such a kind and understanding man. I am so sorry for your loss.My condolences to your whole family.

  25. What a wonderful man. I’m grateful to have seen him last week. Take good care of each other, just as he would want.

  26. so sorry to hear aboutclarence i worked with him at kimberly clark he was a real great and kind person

  27. Pat and family, So sorry to hear about Clare. He was such a great person and he will be missed.

  28. Heard the news from Elson today. It has been a long and valiant struggle. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

  29. Pat & family, we are so sorry for your family loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family in this time of need.

  30. Pat, I am so sorry for your loss.Romans 8: 38, 39
    ‘For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Jesus Christ our Lord. ‘
    You and your family are in my prayers.
    – Maggie

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