Obituaries

DE FOY, "Albert" Joseph

Albert De Foy passed away on November 24, 2020 at the age of 87. He is survived by his wife Augustina De Foy; his son Randy De Foy (Susan); and grandchildren Rachelle (Caleb) and Alex (Katrina). He was predeceased by brother Raymond De Foy; sisters Teresa Nielsen and Cecile Walls; and brother Andrew De Foy.

Al loved life, was a very generous man, with a great sense of humour. Al loved to be around people and loved a good dance party. Al served his country, worked as a mechanic in the material handling industry, becoming a Sales Rep and eventually starting his own company in Oshawa, ON. Al loved the outdoors, sailing on Lake Ontario, he took up motorcycling, travelling throughout Canada, US, & Europe. Al took up skiing and hockey. He loved his wife Augustina, his grandchildren Rachelle & Alex and son Randy and wife Susan. Al will be missed by family and friends here in Canada and in Ghana.

A special thanks to Al's Family Doctor, Marty Steinruck, the staff at May Bennett, the staff at KGH Emergency and finally the wonderful caring nurses and doctors at KGH ICU B who looked after Al in his final days and hours.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Kidney Foundation of Canada, kidney.ca.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com

Link: www.springfieldfuneralhome.com/obituaries/de-foy-albert-joseph

Condolence Messages

Nov 30, 2020
So sorry for your loss - I know that Al was a good friend with my dad Walter Johnson (2009) through the Korea Veterans Assoc. RIP Al
Nov 30, 2020
Randy & Susan & family,

We are very sorry to read of your father's passing. We think of you all so often & will say an extra prayer that you are able to find comfort in the lifetime of memories you've made.

Take care.

Andie & Mike Otto
Nov 30, 2020
My sincere condolences to Augustina, Randy, Susan and to all of those who were truly blessed to have known this wonderful man. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Sincerely, Kathy York
Nov 30, 2020
Randy and Susan,

We are so sorry to hear of your dads passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. It was good to see you both and do some catching up.

Take care

Randy & Bonnie deVries
Nov 30, 2020
Sorry to hear of your dads passing Randy. Our sincere condolences to you and your family. I always had fun when dealing with him! RIP

Dave & Jo-Lynn Huber