Obituary of Robert Hutchinson

HUTCHINSON, Robert Mark (Mark): It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Mark on Monday, August 11, 2014 at Hamilton General Hospital, at the age of 56. Mark is survived by his son Tyler, of Simcoe. Mark was a loving son to Alma Hutchinson (Smith) of Simcoe, formerly of Waterford, and the late Lawrence Hutchinson. He will be greatly missed by siblings Keith Hutchinson and his wife, Margaret, of Waterford; Dan Hutchinson and Susan of Boston; Reid Hutchinson and his wife, Mary Ann, of Port Ryerse; Cindy Caughill and Will of Simcoe; as well as his caring and loving friend, Evis Gee, and her son, Joshua, of Port Dover. He was predeceased by his brother, Larry Hutchinson and his wife, Linda Hutchinson. Mark will be fondly remembered by his many cousins, nieces and nephews, and great nieces and great nephews as well as his aunts and uncles. Born on February 9, 1958 in Simcoe, Ontario, Mark grew up in Waterford with a zest for an adventurous life and worked as a heavy equipment operator for many years. He became an active member of the Word of Life Church and recently participated in a charity event to raise funds for Guatemalan children. We will always remember Mark for his jolly laugh, kind heart and his love of animals and the great outdoors. The Hutchinson family gives special thanks to Pastor Karl Allen and his wife, Sandra, for the care and friendship they gave Mark over the past few years. Cremation has taken place. Friends and family may call at THOMPSON-MOTT FUNERAL HOME, Waterford on Saturday, August 16, 2014 at 11 am with a funeral service to follow immediately after at 1:00 pm. Pastor Karl Allen will officiate. Interment at Greenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you consider donating to the Word of Life Church, Holmes House, the Norfolk General Hospital or the charity of your choice, in memory of Mark. www.thompsonmottfuneralhome.com "Don't Worry, Be happy"