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Passed away peacefully at Northumberland Hills Hospital on Thursday March 20, 2025 at the age of 81. Beloved husband of Karen Island (nee Bellamy). Loving father of Paula Island, Meredith Mott (Jason) and the late John Paul Island. Proud grandfather of Ryan and Kathleen. Brother of Karen Peters (late Harold), Michael Island (Linda) and the late William Island. A private family service will be held at a later date. The family wishes to thank the Doctors, Nurses and P.S.W.’s at Northumberland Hills Hospital for their care and compassion. Donations may be made to Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation.
Karen and family Please accept our deepest condolences on your loss. Cherish all of your memories. Tracy and Brian
Please accept our sincere condolences 🙏Rosemary and Jamie Taylor..so sorry for your loss..
On behalf of the Island families from Saskatchewan we are truly saddened to hear of Paul’s passing, our deepest Sympathies to you all.
Karen, Paula and Meredith: So sorry to hear of Paul's passing. We have many memories of Paul from our Colborne days. He will be missed by family and friends. Marg and Rod
Karen and family Sorry to hear of Paul's passing. Cherish the good memories with Paul.
Karen & Family, My sincere condolences to each one of you on the loss of Paul. He was a very good friend for many years, through Scouting, hockey and school. I regret that I did not get to visit him over the past few years. I will miss him.
Karen, Paula, Meredith and family please accept our condolences on Paul's passing. We have been reflecting on all the wonderful times at the lake we had over the many years you and Paul lived there. We will miss him dearly. Love to you all.
Sorry for your Loss, Paul was a good friend, we went to Blue Jays games together, enjoyed each other's company, we were co-workers at Belden. He was such a good person. He will be missed. God Bless!!!
Michael and Linda, Sorry for your loss of your Bother. Our thoughts are with you through this difficult time .
Condolences To Karen & The family & Friends of Paul. My Brother Bill Stickle also sends his Condolences Too. I Remember Paul, and sorry to hear he is gone. God Bless You All.
We are very sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. We send our sincere condolences at this time.
Karen and Daughter : I remember when you and Paul started dating in high school. Oh so many years ago, you were meant for each other. Our thoughts are with you.
I send my sincere condolences during this time of sorrow. The Bible promises that your loved one will come to life again on a beautiful paradise earth when death will be no more in John 5:28, 29.
So sorry for your loss Paul took pictures of mine and Jim's wedding at the united church 57 years ago rest in peace paul
Karen & Family - our deepest sympathies and condolences on Paul's passing - I've known and respected Paul for more than 60 years - from high school through Kinsmen and later community associations - he will be missed by many
A wonderful man, husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend. He will be greatly missed and dearly remembered.
So very sad to hear the news about Paul. We worked together for years and were also scout leaders. We would attend many events and there was always laughter. Prayers go out to your family at this very sad time.
Hello Karen (former neighbour), I have wonderful childhood memories of living next to you, Brian and your parents. When you married Paul, I thought you were marrying a handsome Prince. I am sorry to hear of his passing and of your loss. Thinking of you and your family. Jill Fenaughty
Karen, Paula & Meredith our condolences at this difficult time. Karen and Mike so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother.
Karen and family, sending my sincerest condolences on Paul’s passing. Growing up in Colborne I knew both of your families and knew Paul primarily as a leader in the local Boy Scout troop.
My condolences to Mrs. Island (my Gr.3 teacher) on the passing of Paul - who was one of my Scout leaders for several years. Wishing you peace that passes all understanding.
My deepest condolences to the Island family. He was a very nice man and will be missed by many đź’•
Dear Karen and girls, Our deepest condolences on the passing of Paul. I had the opportunity to get to know Paul at the church we both attended. I remember him as a very kind and friendly person. May all your wonderful memories of him help get you through the difficult times ahead. Norma and Brian Gough
Our sincere condolences to Karen, Paula and Meredith on the loss of your beloved Paul. And also to his sister Karen and brother Mike. You all will miss him immensely as you did so much together and shared so many experiences. The memories that were created through your extensive travels hopefully will be helpful as you grieve his loss. My memories go back to Colborne High School days when Paul and I were in the same class. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Hugs!
My deepest condolences Karen (Mrs island ) and Paula .. you are both in my thoughts and prayers.. Camilla millar
So very sorry ,Karen to hear about Paul.My condolences to you and all the family. May your happy memories comfort you at this sad time.
Karen and family, sending my sincerest condolences on Paul’s passing. Remembering your trousseau tea and car pools with Paul to Borg Warner in my student days. May your many memories comfort you.
To Karen and family. So very sorry to hear of the loss of endear brother. May your memories bring you peace and comfort. Ruth, Jim and Mary Schultz.
Karen and family, we are sorry for your loss of Paul. We remember a July day 1967, your marriage at Salem Church, from that day forward you two shared many memories, in the days before you I'm sure you'll find comfort in those memories.
Karen and family, please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Paul. We have many fond memories of our time spent in scouting with Paul here in Colborne. Keep your memories close and he will always be with you.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation
Michael and Linda, so sorry for your loss. May your memories console you in this sad time. Blessings.
We are so sorry to learn this news. Please accept our deepest condolences Shirley and Earl Mitchell
Karen, so sorry to hear about Paul, condolences to you and your family
Karen and family, Our most sincerest condolences to you for the passing of Paul. Lovely man and he will be missed Our hearts ache for you all, Valerie and Brian
Condolences sent you Karen and family,and to Karen and Micheal at this time Many blessings to you all
We are very sorry for your loss Condolences to the family
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Sorry to hear of your brother’s passing Karen. Thoughts are with you and your family.
So sorry to hear of Paul's passing. Memories go back for so many years in the Church and in Scouting. Rest peacefully in paradise Paul
My, deepest sympathy on your loss of Paul. I, have many fond memories of Paul. Big smile, always a laugh or two. May your may years of memories give you comfort in the days ahead.
KAREN AND FAMILY PLEASE ACCEPT MY MOSTSINCERE CONDOLENCES . although I had not seen Paul in a long time we worked together for a long time and always got along great let his memories be a blessing as you go through this awful time and but knowing he is in no more pain. perhaps he will meet our mutual friend Linda and they can computerize heaven for all go bless