Obituary of Laurie Hathaway
Peacefully, surrounded by family, on Monday, September 7th, 2026, Laurie Hathaway of Strathroy passed away in his 96th year.
Beloved husband of 70 years of the late Alma (nee Aylesworth) Hathaway (2023). Cherished father of Karen (late J.T. 2023) Kennedy of Sarnia, Barry (Michaelanne) Hathaway of London, Anne (Darryl) Dymond of Kerwood. Predeceased by son Stephen (1955). Grandfather of Charlotte, Madison, Adam and Luke, and Great Grandfather of Barry and Bonnie.
Predeceased by brothers Emery, Howard, Murray, Elmer (Charlie) and Reginald and parents Samuel and Lillian. Survived by many loving nieces and nephews.
Cremation has taken place.
A private family inurnment will be held at Longwoods Cemetery, Melbourne at a later date.
The family is deeply grateful to the staff at Seasons Retirement Community in Strathroy for the compassionate care they provided over the past five years.
In honour of Laurie’s memory, donations to the Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
Arrangements entrusted to Elliott-Madill Funeral Home Ltd. www.elliottmadill.com
Friends and family are invited to celebrate Laurie’s life at an open house on Sunday, September 13, 2026 from 1 – 4 PM at Elliott Hall, 22424 Adelaide Road, Mount Brydges, Ontario. Come prepared to laugh, reminisce and celebrate a man who always knew how to captivate a room with his stories.
Please wear your favourite plaid for Dad or keep it comfortable in casual attire, matching the cheerful spirit of the gathering.
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