ARDEN R. HAYNES
Passed away peacefully at his home on Stony Lake on the morning of Thursday, March 23, 2017, in his 90th year. Arden is predeceased by his beloved wife of 63 years, Beverly (nee Henderson) and his son William (Bill). He is survived by his devoted children Richard Haynes and Leslie Haynes-Hodgins, his daughter-in-law Carol Haynes and son-in-law Stephen Hodgins. A much loved and admired grandfather to Spencer and Stephanie Hodgins and Jonathan and Michael Haynes. Arden derived joy in watching them grow up to pursue their dreams. Arden will also be sadly missed by his surviving sisters Muriel White and Paulette Robinson. The family wish to thank Dr. Stephan Ragaz and Hannah Markham as well as all the PSW’s who gave extraordinary care to Arden.
Arden had a passion for life, family and career. He was an accomplished painter, golfer and an exceptional fly fisherman. He loved Opera and Jazz and served on the board of the Canadian Opera Company.
Arden joined Imperial Oil in 1951 and remained with the company until his retirement in 1992. His career took him to many remote locations in Canada as well as the USA ending in Toronto as the Chairman and CEO of the company.
Arden believed in corporate ethics, governance and social responsibility. He served on the boards of the Royal Bank, Rio Algom, Power Corp and McCain’s. In 1988, he was made an Officer of the Order of Canada. Arden’s dedication to social responsibility lead him to many philanthropic endeavours including The Alzheimer’s Society, Junior Achievement, Diabetes Canada, The Ontario Trillium Foundation and the Olympic Trust. He was honoured with doctorate degrees from the University of Manitoba, Acadia University and York University where he served as Chancellor for 5 years.
A funeral service will be held in ST. JOHN’S (YORK MILLS) ANGLICAN CHURCH, 19 Don Ridge Drive, Toronto, on Thursday, March 30th at 2:00 p.m. A reception in Arden’s honour will follow at the same location. If desired, the family requests that you make a donation to the charity of your choice. Condolences, photographs and memories may be forwarded through www.humphreymilesnewbigging.com