George Stott

<p><b>George Stott, age 96, of Stratford, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at Greenwood Court (Stratford). Born in Windsor, son of the late George and Eliza (Greenwood) Stott. George is predeceased by his first wife Lily (Wainwright) Stott and survived by his second wife Mabel (Hachborn) (Hallman) Stott. By the time George had reached the age of 16 he had developed into a virtuoso cornet player. During his first job with the Ford Motor company, he got his right hand caught in a press severing two fingers. Shortly after losing the fingers, he returned home to teach himself to play his cornet with his left hand quickly attaining the level of excellence he had had with the right hand. He entered the navy as a bandsman, the only job he could qualify for with his injury. Upon moving to Stratford, he became the bandmaster of the Stratford Salvation Army band and became known as the cornet playing conductor of that group. He became well known in army circles and guest appeared with several other bands in the Stratford area. George and Lily owned and operated Wainwright Greenhouses until Lily’s Death in 1981. George was a proud member of the Royal Canadian Navy serving in Cornwallis and on the Uganda Crusier. He was a very faithful member of Elgin Missionary Church (Stratford). The family would like to thank George and Marg Falsetto for their enduring friendship and Wendy Dunn and all the nurses and staff at Greenwood Court for their excellent care. George was the proud father of Tom (Pat) Stott, Bryan Doer, Christine Stott, Laura (Ken) Carrick, Cindy (Dennis) Schmidt and his stepchildren Jim (Margaret) Hallman, Rick (Bonnie) Hallman, Sherryl (Moe)Polly and Donna Dubblestyne (Brian Leyser). George is survived by his 17 grandchildren and his 15 great grandchildren. George will be remembered by his sisters-in-law Dorothy Harmer, Florence Karcher and his brother-in-law Lawrence (Hilda) Wainwright. Besides his parents and his first wife, George was predeceased by a son Kevin, his grandson Delsyn, his son-in-law George Wilson, his sisters Doris (Cliff) Pickles, Mary (Charles) Lewis and his brothers-in-law Ken Rix, Doug Harmer and his brother and sister-in-law Pete (Jessie)Petersen. Family and friends are invited to a visitation on Monday, January 30, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 2:00 p.m. at Elgin Missionary Church, 4192 Perth Line 42, Stratford. Interment to follow in Avondale Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy memorial donations may be made to Elgin Missionary Church through the W. G. Young Funeral Home, 430 Huron St, Stratford. 519.271.7411. www.wgyoungfuneralhome.com</b></p> Stratford, Ontario

April 9, 1926 - January 24, 2023

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Jim and Lynn Fischer

January 25, 2023

We're so sorry to hear of George's passing. He'll be missed dearly, but what a wonderful legacy and example he leaves for his family.

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Cindy Schmidt

February 17, 2023

So much to remember.
Too much to re-tell.
But, memories, laughter, tears
I'll draw up from this well
That you'd been filling daily
with love and prayers for me.
This lasting warmth of love
Your death will never quell.

Love you, Dad
Cindy

Florence Riehl

January 31, 2023

I will miss walking down the hall in Greenwood and hearing the cornet being played outside of apartment 301. He used his talent in the church services here also. His Christian example will be missed.
Florence Riehl

Elaine and Gerry Mohr

January 30, 2023

We will miss George here at Greenwood, would always see he and Mabel walking, they never missed a day. Even when he was in Colonial, we would see them out sitting on a bench, always together. Our deepest sympathy to the family.
May He Rest-in -Peace

Kay Fischer

January 30, 2023

My condolences to all the family. George was a good friend to our family for many years.

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Donna Dubblestyne

January 30, 2023

George was a beloved part of our family. We will miss his great sense of humour and all the wonderful times we shared.
The Hallman Family

Rebecca wagler (stott)

January 29, 2023

This is my favourite photo of my grandparents.
Grandpa often asked how my walk with Jesus was going. His walk was one I hope to emulate. He was a great man of faith. Never wavering, always moving forward. It gives me peace knowing that he is now walking hand in hand wi... Continue Reading

Gloria Kollman

January 28, 2023

Dear Mabel and Family.So many wonderful memories to cherish of George.Playing his cornet,Tuesday mornings in church here at Greenwood Saturday evenings in their apartment.I will miss seeing George and Mabel sitting outside in the summer.Thoughts and Prayers sent to you a... Continue Reading

Jim and Marg Hallman

January 27, 2023

We were all so happy to welcome George into our family circle.We share many warm memories of our times together.He will be missed in so many ways,from his wry sense of humour to his bird calls for the kids.Rest in peace, dear George. Jim and Marg and family
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Patricia Stott

January 26, 2023

Dad and Mable loved cards and always helped each other out when trying to decide which card to play next. So many laughs with these two when the deck was shuffled and the hand was dealt. Cutest couple ever!

Emily Ling

January 25, 2023

We always saw Grandma and Grandpa for Christmas. These were some of our last ones together. I remember dinner was followed by many rounds of UNO and copious amounts of tea (just milk, no sugar, as they were already sweet enough).

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