Passed peacefully with his family by his side in Mississauga Ontario on Saturday October 5, 2024 in his 97th year. Luke, predeceased by his wife Mary, will be sadly missed by his daughter Deborah (Gerard) McArthur, by his grandchildren Rebecca (Ranson) Lee and Bradley (Christine) McArthur, by his great grandchildren Annabelle Lee, Jacob Lee, Amelia McArthur, and Gabriel McArthur, and by many nieces and nephews. Luke is predeceased by his siblings Paul, John, Jo, Els, Adrie, Ber, and Paula. Luke was a wonderful father who lived for his grandchildren and great grandchildren. His life saw him serve with the Dutch special forces after WWII in Indonesia, serve with the Merchant Marine, immigrate to Canada alone, and learn to scuba dive at the age of 80 and he kept scuba diving until he was 92. The family will receive friends at Carson Funeral Homes – L.Doolittle Chapel 54 Coldwater St. E Orillia (705)326-3595 on Thursday October 17, 2024 from 4 – 7 p.m.. A service will be held in the chapel on Friday October 18, 2024 at 11 o’clock. Interment to follow at St. Andrews St. James Cemetery. The service will be livestreamed and can be viewed on Youtube on the Carson Funeral Home page. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation and would be appreciated by the family.
Visitation
- October 17, 2024 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM - L. Doolittle Chapel Directions
- October 18, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM - L. Doolittle Chapel Directions
- October 18, 2024 12:00 PM - 12:15 PM - St. Andrew's - St. James' Cemetery Directions
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Sue Pepe
Oct 13, 2024Dear Debbie and Jerry, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family, during your time of sorrow. Luke will be deeply missed. Love Sue, Phil and Matthew
Betty McArthur
Oct 12, 2024So sorry to hear of Luc's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincere condolences.
Heleen De Mos
Oct 10, 2024Debby and Jerry: I wish you and your family God's peace and blessings. Uncle Luke was my favorite uncle and I loved the many times he travelled to the Netherlands. It was always fun to meet each other and to do something together. What a privilege to have him such a long time on your side.
Susan (Hetherington) Cowles
Oct 10, 2024My Deepest loving heartfelt condolences to Debbie, and all Mr. Demos's Family on such a huge loss... Sending my love and prayers for comfort!
William and Anne WARREN
Oct 10, 2024Our deepest sympathy to family on the passing of Uncle Luke,he was beautiful and loving man who will be missed dearly. God has a special angel who is resting with Aunt Mary now. Rest in peace Uncle Luke all our love Bill and Anne
Paul, Angelique en Levi de Mos
Oct 10, 2024Dear family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Uncle Luke will be in our hearts forever. Thinking of you in these difficult times. Lots of love, Paul, Angelique en Levi de Mos
Rob de Mos
Oct 10, 2024May the love and memories you shared bring you comfort during this difficult time.