James William Francis CLYNICK
April 7, 1935 - June 1, 2025

Jim was a gentle, patient, hard-working and caring man – a true gentleman in all respects, always lending a hand to whomever needed his help. He always insisted on helping me with the household chores except diaper changing – that was not his favorite.
Jim was born in Toronto in 1935 and at age 7, he and his brother, Arthur, went into the care of his grandparents. Unfortunately, his sisters, Joan and Mary went into foster care. He started working at 16 and retired from Nelson Publishing at 65 as a warehouseman. During his working years he took on various jobs including at Doubleday, another publishing company.
Jim and I met in 1971 at the Maple Ballroom – he was a terrific dancing partner. In 1973 we married and took up residence at our present address with my two boys, Christopher and Raymond. A few years later we welcomed Stephen and Carrie. He was a wonderful father and a loving grandfather.
In 1993 Jim suggested we do some travelling. Over the years this resulted in our visiting 22 countries in Europe, Russia, 2 in Africa, 11 Caribbean islands, 14 U.S.A. states and 3 cruises. We did all the tours that were available and have many stories to tell about our escapades.
Jim’s undying passion was singing. He had a rich and robust baritone voice and loved singing in the many choirs he joined, particularly East York Choir and West Scarborough Community Choir where he sang many solos. These choirs would go to old age residences to sing. Their singing must have been magnificent because some of the residents fell asleep. He also sang beautifully at 2 weddings and 3 funerals.
His other passion was sports. He was an avid fan of the Toronto Argos and was lucky to see them win the Grey Cup with his daughter in 2012. He also faithfully followed the Toronto Maple Leafs and was happy to see them win the Stanley Cup in 1967, hoping that he was around for their next win. Disappointment came to everyone.
Jim was always a relatively healthy man but in his 91st year, pulmonary fibrosis took him away from his family and many friends who knew and loved him. We will all miss him deeply – he was one in a million and I know for sure that he is singing with the angels in heaven.
… his loving wife, Irene

I must mention here that I would not have survived the funeral arrangements without Chris, Stephen and Carrie.

Flowers are appreciated, or in lieu of flowers, donations in James’ memory to the Canadian Lung Association are welcomed.