DouglasCharles MARRS

MARRS, Douglas Charles Passed away peacefully on February 25, 2017, at the age of 103. Predeceased by his beloved wife of 64 years, Hilda Marrs (nee Witherspoon). Loving father to Robert Marrs (Ellen) and Pamela Vallance (Victor). Dear grandfather of James, Martha and Robert (Kylee), and great-grandfather of Maya. Brother of Mills Marrs (deceased), Ruth Kerr and Lois Hunter. Born in Hamilton, ON, Doug enjoyed a 45-year career with Hamilton-based Westinghouse Canada Limited, where he worked in various positions in finance and operations leading to his appointment as Chief Executive Officer. During WW II, he was enlisted overseas as a pilot with the Royal Canadian Air Force. He served as a director on the boards of several organizations, including The Toronto-Dominion Bank, and served as Chair of the Board of Governors of McMaster University, where he received an honorary Doctor of Laws degree. Local memberships included the Hamilton Golf & Country Club and the Toronto Club. Doug enjoyed 25 years of retired life with Hilda, spending winters at John’s Island Club in Florida, and summers at the family cottage on Lake Muskoka. The family extends our appreciation to Doug’s kind caregivers, and to his sisters, Ruth and Lois, whose close companionship with Doug has been a great blessing. A private family service will be held in Burlington. Donations in Doug’s name may be made to the Royal Botanical Gardens or to a charity of your choice.