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License Number: FE-1187
Collin Bourgeois/Managing Funeral Director, License #200075
License Number: FE-1187
Collin Bourgeois/Managing Funeral Director, License #200075
Official Obituary of
Derek Couch
October 15, 1927 ~ May 12, 2026 (age 98) 98 Years Old
Derek Couch Obituary
Derek Couch
(October 15, 1927 – May 12, 2026)
Our father, Derek Couch, having realized that the Maple Leafs will never win the Stanley Cup again, decided to leave us on May 12th, 2026, at the age of 98 years. Dad passed away at home surrounded by his family.
Derek was predeceased by the love of his life Lois Lee (2018), whom he married in 1946.
Loving father of Tom (Joanne), Trudy, Pam (Tom), and Patti Lee. Grandfather to Jason (Trish), Jody (Angele), Stephanie (Dave), Heidi (James), Andree (Eric) and Renee (Scott). Great grandfather to Dustin, Chelsea (Jeff), Ace, Nathan, Jack, Georgia and Max. Great great grandfather to Cameron.
Special thank you to Jennifer Dawson, Dr Chau, Dr. Pun, Fatima, PSW’s from Bayshore and Hospice Services.
At Dad’s request, no visitation or service will be held.
Cremation services are provided by Simple Wishes of the North, Sudbury, and Crystal Crematorium.
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In Loving Memory Of
Derek Couch
October 15, 1927-May 12, 2026
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