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Our Dad passed peacefully on April 16, 2026, at the Northumberland Hills Hospital, surrounded by the love of his family. He was 92.
Beloved husband of the late Joan Sheppard (January 2006). Dad was a proud and devoted father to Gord (Kim), Catherine Provost (Pete), Karen Curtis (Jeff) and Jackie Bizzell (Paul Currie). He leaves behind nine grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren, all of whom he was very proud of.
Born in Manitoba and raised in Saskatchewan as an only child, he came to Cobourg in 1949, where he met our Mom and became a part of the Sheppard family. Dad will be greatly missed by many nieces, nephews and cousins who admired and respected him. He spent 44 years working at General Electric/Complex; not one to sit still and never afraid of hard work.
Dad was part of a large extended family and had many lifelong friendships. He could be a little rough around the edges, but he was steady, honest and you could always count on him. He did what needed to be done and took great pride in looking after his family.
He and Mom built a life together that took them from winters in North Fort Myers, Florida to summers at Bennett Lake. He loved his cars and loved to drive, whether it was heading south for the winter or up to the lake in summer, he was happiest behind the wheel.
Since 2013, Dad lived at Legion Village where he made many good friends. He stayed independent and active well into his 90s, still driving and living life his way until his health began to decline earlier this year.
We would like to thank Dr. Mulé, Dr. Tisher and the exceptional staff of the NHH Palliative Care team for the care and kindness they showed to Dad.
For those who wish, donations may be made to the Palliative Care Unit at Northumberland Hills Hospital or to Victoria’s Quilts Canada.
In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no formal funeral service, however, a Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.
Dear Gord, Cathy, Karen and Jackie, Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your father, Uncle Jack. He was a committed husband, father and grandfather. It was truly wonderful to see how he stayed healthy, happy and connected until the end. His was a life well-lived, and he leaves behind a legacy to be proud of. Thinking of you all. Kim Cronk
Our sincere condolences to the Bizzell Family.
Have lots of great memories of both your Mom & Dad at Bennett Lake ❤️. He was always very proud of his family! Thinking of you all.
Sending sincere sympathy to all of the Bizzell Family. Our Dad, Armand Clement, worked at General Electric/Complex with your Dad. May all your wonderful memories help during this difficult time.
Gord & family I would like to offer my sincere condolences to you on the passing of your Dad. He has left you so many wonderful memories to cherish moving forward.
Very sorry for your loss all, he will be dearly missed.
Gord, Cathy, Karen and Jackie, My condolences on the loss of your Dad. He was one of a kind and in our extended family, the end of an era. Your Dad led a most admirable life - a loving husband and father, hard working, entirely reliable and quick to smile, enjoying life to the fullest. We will all miss him. Warm Regards, Michael Neuman
With deepest sympathy to you, Gord, and your family on the loss of your father. May his memory be a blessing. He lived a long life full of good times, and you are a wonderful example of the legacy he leaves behind.
Please accept our sincere condolences.
Please accept our sincere condolences.
Dear Cathy, Karen and the Bizzell family. So sorry to here about the passing of your dad. I remember running into your family at the restaurant in Cobourg on a Sunday morning a while back, everybody was all smiles and enjoying many family stories. Every time my dad would run into Jack at the harbour, they had great visits and a few good memories relived. Judy and I wish to extend our sincere condolences to the Bizzell family.
Condolences to the family may your happy memories assist you at this difficult time. Sincerely Tony and Carol
Gord, sending my sincerest condolences to you and your family. It is never easy to lose your parent. Thinking of you at this time.
Sorry for your loss. I remember your dad well, actually l was scared death of him when l lived beside you on Walton St. I think because he was so tall and l was very short. I did come to know him over the years and your dad was not scary at all. Mr. Bissell was kind and genuine.