In memory of

Eric Symes

March 17, 1942 - October 19, 2017

Eric Percival Symes, lovingly referred to as "Daddio", will be forever remembered for his warm smile, generosity, and welcoming presence.

Born to Aston George Symes and Doris Isobel Symes in Kingston, Jamaica; he first arrived to Toronto in 1967 and established a wonderful home with his first wife, Joy and their three children. Eric had a successful 25-year-long career at Toronto Hydro, serving in different roles from Union Steward to Superintendent. He was an active and dedicated member of Holy Trinity Anglican Church.

Eric Percival Symes passed away on this sunny day of October 19th, 2017, surrounded by loving family. He is survived by his loving wife, Jane Symes, his children and their spouses; Wayne Symes and his wife Tricia Symes, Sean Symes and his wife Lisa Barnwell, Erica Symes and her husband William Gyamfi; and Charisse Maynard and her husband Gladstone Maynard. His 7 grandchildren include Miranda, Elena, Sia, Isaiah, Tanae, Tristan, and Joshua. He is also survived by his brothers and their spouses Ashton (Johnny) and Marjorie Symes, Lester (Archie) and Cynthia Symes and Aubrey (Val) and Margueritte Symes; his sisters Dahlia Symes, Wendy (Pam) Colis, and Alison Symes; his nieces, nephews; and the rest of his family and wide-circle of friends.

Eric was predeceased by Joy Elizabeth his wife of 30 years.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made in his name to Hill House Hospice, where he was well cared for in his final days.

Hill House Hospice
http://hillhousehospice.com/
36 Wright Street
Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada L4C 4A1

Guestbook

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Robert /Jonester. McDonald (Friend. (Brother))

Entered October 20, 2017

R I P my brother

One. Love
God bless.

Joan & Larry Foulkes

Entered October 20, 2017 from Florida

Our prayers are with the family, may he RIP

Kelly McConnell (Friend of his son, Sean)

Entered October 21, 2017 from Toronto

Sean, my heart goes out to you and to your family. I never met your dad, but I heard you speak of him fondly - and also know that anyone who raised you must’ve been amazing. I’m sure he was very proud of you, and he will live on in you and your children. xo

Heather, Sheldon, Jordan, Megan, Avaly Resnick (Good Friend)

Entered October 21, 2017 from Thornhill

It has been an honour to be a friend to Eric and his family for 35 years. He was a gentle, compassionate, giving, humous man who only ever saw the good in life. We will fondly remember all of the Christmases and life events we shared! He will be missed.
It is a comfort that he passed in peace surrounded by his loving family.
We wish his family peace and love.

Maxine Jacobs (Close family friend since 30 years, thanks to Majorie and Johnny Symes who introduced us in Jamaica in the eighties..)

Entered October 21, 2017 from Vienna, Austria

Thanks to you, my dear pleasant, ever-smiling Eric, and my wonderful girlfriend Joy for our decades-long friendship and for leaving me now with such very precious memories.
May your soul rest in peace, my dear Darling Eric, sharing an everlasting life with my dear friend, Joy!
You're gone now, but all those memories will always remain in my heart.
See you and Joy on the other side of life with our precious Lord someday, my precious friend!