DAYTON, Chris (Charles Christopher)  -  With great sorrow we announce the passing of Chris Dayton on Friday July 19, 2019 after a battle with cancer, at Sunnybrook Veteran’s Hospital at the age of 97.

Predeceased by his beloved wife Jean and his daughter Dana Bridges. Predeceased by his two sisters, Margaret Best and Betty Ramsey.

Survived by his children Don (Barbara Carleson), Darryl (Christopher Laing), Drew (Karen Norwood) and son-in-law Gary Bridges. Blessed grandfather of Lauren (Jason), Lindsay (Yoon-Seo), Devon (Gayle), Graham (Lauren), Alexandra (Trent), Crystal and Kyle. Proud great-grandfather of Ethan and Aiden. Special friend to Oonagh Walmsley.

He will be sadly missed by his family and many friends. Chris was a decorated member of the RCAF during World War II. He was a passionate member of the Donalda Curling Club and actively curled until the age of 93.  He found great enjoyment in following the lives of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who tried to keep him young at heart.

The family would like to acknowledge the exemplary care and dedication that the Sunnybrook Veteran’s Hospital provided for his wellbeing, with special thanks to Dr. Hung, Dr. Selby and Bailey Hollister.  

Private cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date at the Donalda Country Club.

As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Alzheimer’s Society

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