Ellen May Daley (Wife of 63 Loving Years)

Entered May 9, 2021 from Maple, Ontario

My "Lloydy", my "Bravo" the love of my life was the most amazing man and father to our four children. They say that there is no perfect marriage but I would say that I had a perfect marriage because God provided me with the most perfect man. Lloyd was persistent in chasing me down to win my heart. I gave him a difficult time. I met him at work. We first met when I handed him his payslip at work and he would try to hold my hand and smile but I always brushed him off. In time, he managed to meet my older sister, Adlyn Spence and built a relationship with her that brought him into our home in England. One day after work, I came home to find him in the living room with my sister and her husband, Sydney. They asked me to come in and speak to him. I ignored them and went to my room. This went on for months and eventually I gave in and let him take me out. Our love was a special one. We were engaged in Wolverhampton, England in 1957 and then married on July 26th, 1958. He was shy, funny, friendly and sweet when we meet. Over the years he became more confident, funnier, smarter and extremely well dressed. He even had more clothes than me.
We moved with our four young children to Canada in 1969. We have worshipped the Lord together for over 10 decades. Serving Jesus was so important to him. There wasn't a day that he didn't read his Bible.

On Sunday mornings, he made sure that the children were ready for church and that their shoes were polished. I enjoyed cooking food for him. He loved my food and always said, Thank you.

During his finally days he would say, "I'm not going to be here much longer so I want you to take care of yourself. Everything is going to be fine". I didn't like to hear it but I knew how much he loved me and wanted me to keep on living. He wanted me to travel with my grand-daughter Dominique and insisted that she take me on a trip. It will be hard to live without my other half but God will give me the strength.

He was such a peaceful man. We would always tease each other and make jokes. Even when I was mad at him, he would still manage to make me laugh.

In our discussions, he would often say, "Yes Dear" to almost everything. If I was talking too much, he would sing a song. He was a terrible singer and he had no rhythm but he loved to sing and dance and clap his hands off beat.

The last 63 years with my Lloydy, have been the best years of my life because of the amazing memories we share.

I love you so much Lloyd. You are my first and only love. Always and Forever!
Matthew 5:9 "Blessed are the peacemakers; for they shall be call the children of God."

Michelle Meredith (Daughter Daddy's Girl)

Entered May 9, 2021 from Richmond Hill, Ontario

My dad would often sing this to me because he loved his dad and I will sing it to him: "Oh my papa to me he was so wonderful, gone are the days when he could take me on his knee, and with a smile he'd change my tears to laughter." This is song, "Oh! My Papa is by the late Eddie Fisher (1954). I would always change the line "was so wonderful" to "is so wonderful"but now I understand it so much more. He never wanted to forget his dad (Ralph Emanuel Daley) and I don't ever want to forget my dad, Lloyd Alphanso Daley. My dad and my grandfather live on through me, through my children. My son, David's middle name Emanuel is after his great-grandfather's middle name.

I am so grateful to my husband Don, my son David, and my daughter Dominique for taking such good care of my dad right up until passing. They were blessed to have such a strong relationship with my dad.

My dad was the best father anyone could have ever had. He was so funny. He always wanted to make sure that I was dressed up because he was so dapper and fresh. His clothes had to be crisp and sharp. In High School, he would give me his Visa card so that I could go shopping. He trusted me. I loved running to the bus stop with him, playing badminton between our house in East York, I loved our family domino games, and I loved when he would share his old stories that he had told me so many times before and then I would pretend like I was hearing them for the first time.

As a young woman he was say to me, "you know why those girls don't like you, its because you have a dad like me and they are jealous". This helped my self-esteem so much. I got to grow up fabulous and continue to be the diva that I am today. I am truly the perfect example of a Daddy's Girl. I am spoiled with love and I like it.

During the last year of his life it was challenge with Covid as my dad loved people and the church, he was sad because he missed the fellowship of the brethren. He learned to used his phone to call in on the church conference line, watched online service on his iPad, and read his Bible on his iPad. He loved to talk whenever when it was challenge for him due to his shortness breath.

I remember when my dad would come to my school for parent teacher interviews, everyone thought he was the principal or the superintendent because of how well he dressed. During his life he donated his clothes too many people all over the world and yet he still occupies 3 closets in their large home. He taught me to believe that he made the clothes look good and not the other way around.

He was such a handsome man. My older bother Toney (Lawrence) was blessed to get my dad's good looks but I got his personality. My three brothers and I will surely miss our dad. We promise that we will take good care of our mom.

You are the first man that I loved and I will always love you and never forget the gift you gave me. I know you were proud of me and always encouraged me to do well in school and most importantly in life. I will continue to make you proud.

I love you daddy!

Dominique Meredith (GrandDaughter)

Entered May 9, 2021 from Richmond Hill

My Grandfather was truly an amazing man, he was a loving father, grandfather, son, friend, and man of God. To me he was “GRAND-Father” and I “GRAND-daughter”. We shared a special unbreakable bond; a relationship so strong that I will cherish it for the rest of my life. I am grateful for all the memories and time spent with him. He shared so many stories of his life in Jamaica, England and Canada, along with all his travels and experiences growing up. He had so much knowledge and wisdom to share; endless stories of his cricket days and how he got his famous nickname “BRAVO”. My Grandfather was loved by everyone who came in contact with him. I have had the privilege of speaking with some of his childhood friends who he still talked to right up until his final days. They shared with me their memories of him and how they have known one another for over 60 years. I was amazed by how he has been able to stay in contact and maintain these relationships over the years.

There is truly so much I can say about my grandfather and the love I have for him. My Grandfather meant the world to me, he was one of my favourite people and I miss him so much, it was always a joy to be around him, he was a happy man, full of joy and laughter, we loved to tease each other and make jokes. He loved his family so deeply and always told me everyday how much he loved and appreciated me. I am blessed to have had him in my life for the last 29 years. He has helped in shaping me to be the woman I am today and has always encouraged me throughout my life, we have discussed so many topics and shared deep private conversations. He told me to take care of my mother and grandmother when he passes and left me with special instructions, these conversations were not easy but I know that he was preparing me to be strong during this difficult time. Family was so important to him and he wanted everyone to get along and come together during holidays and birthdays and to call and check in on each other. He was a man who loved to talk as he had so much to share and say; even though his shortness of breath affected him in his last days, he would take his breaks in between to ensure he said all he wanted to say.

I am grateful for the extra quality time I was able to spend with him, this last year as I took a break away from work to help my grandmother in taking care of my Grandfather. It was difficult to see him sick and it has been hard for me to accept his passing but I know that he is in Heaven shining down on all of us and is no longer suffering. The memories I share with him are ones that I will pass down to my future children; his great-grandchildren. Everyday he told me how much he loved me and how grateful he was to have me in his life and how much appreciated the way I took care of him. For me it was my honor to just be in his presence and to gain wisdom from him. He told me he was praying for the type of man who would love me forever the way he loved my grandmother. He cared so deeply for others and wanted to make sure that we would all be okay.

My Grandfather didn’t want anyone to feel sorry for him; he wanted everyone to remember the good times they had with him, the jokes, the laughs, the stories and to hold on to those memories.

Grandpa said “Tell them that Bravo loves them, tell them to be strong, tell them they will be okay, tell them not to worry, tell them to love God and that they will see me again, tell them to dress well, tell them to be kind, tell them to be peacemakers, tell them all is well”

I love you Grandpa, always & forever

Donald D Meredith (Son-In-Law)

Entered May 9, 2021 from Richmond Hill

I am sad to see a humble, loving, gentle and kind man of God depart from us. He was loved by all, for his desire to see the good in them. I will miss his jokes, and some of his life stories, growing up in Jamaica and England.

His laughter, was infectious to both young and old, he would always leave you with a smile on your face. Especially when he would laugh at his own experiences or while telling you a funny story. He had a gentle way of engaging, encouraging and empowering you without others knowing what he did. He was a very very patient man, in dealing with his wife and kids, whom he loved without limit. He loved the Lord, the Bible, going to Church, playing Cricket, watching Jeopardy and a great game of Dominoes.

He welcomed me into his family over thirty five years ago, as I ask for his permission to marry his only daughter Michelle. He was happy with how I worked hard and sacrificed to provide for my wife and kids. He was a Dad to me, and all we shared will be treasured until we see each other in Heaven.

Words cannot express how much Mr. Brother, Bravo, Lloyd Daley will be missed. His style of dress and his confidence was greatly admired. He Loved, He Lived and He Laughed. That is what he would want all of us to continue to do as we reflect on his life. Rest in peace Dad.

Love your other son!

Catherine Nelson (Church sister)

Entered May 9, 2021 from Newmarket

My heartfelt condolences to Mother Daley, sister Michelle, the Daley and the Meredith family. It was a pleasure to have known Elder Daley. He was a very friendly, polite and graceful man who loved the Lord and loved to worship. Rest In Peace Elder.

Lloyd Alpanso Daley affectionally known as BRAVO was born on October 4, 1934 in the beautiful island of Jamaica to Doris Lewis (mother) and Ralph Emanuel Daley (father). He passed peacefully on May 2, 2021. As a brave young man he left Jamaica in 1950s and went to England alone where he meet and married the love of his life Ellen May Lawrence. They were married on July 26, 1958. They enjoyed nearly 63 years of marriage. They have three sons, Lawrence, Charles and Geoffrey and one daughter, Michelle. He was blessed to many grand children, Preston, Dominique, David, Jenna, Naomi and Rachel.

Lloyd, Ellen and their 4 children moved to Canada in 1969. He worked at American Standard for decades and was a dedicated employee who received the attendance record every year. Lloyd was an amazing ambassador for Jamaica. He enjoyed taking care of his property. He took pride in everything he did. He was always well groomed with his perfect sharp suits and ties. He earned the title “Mr. Dress Puss” from his Late Sister-in-Law, Adlyn.

Lloyd loved the Lord and took his family to church on Sundays. He would often sing, “He is Lord”. He loved cricket, dominos, food, listening to his radio, reading his Bible, history, watching Jeopardy and many other activities. He was a man of the people. He lived and made friends in Jamaica, England and Canada.

Lloyd Alphano Daley is survived by his loving wife Ellen, his children Lawrence, Charles, Michelle and Geoffrey and his grand children and their spouses Josephine, Linda, Don and Sandra and their children. . All of the following siblings are still alive: Lucilda Daley, Hyacinth Daley and Kerol Daley. Siblings gone on before are: Janet Daley, Cleveland Daley, and Lleith Daley. Lloyd was blessed to have a very large extended family. Lloyd “Bravo” Daley remained friends with his schools mates all his life. In the end, everyone loved Lloyd Daley. He was a man of God and he will dwell in the House of the Lord Forever. May he rest in peace.

My "Lloydy", my "Bravo" the love of my life was the most amazing man and father to our four children. They say that there is no perfect marriage but I would say that I had a perfect marriage because God provided me with the most perfect man. Lloyd was persistent in chasing me down to win my heart. I gave him a difficult time. I met him at work. We first met when I handed him his payslip at work and he would try to hold my hand and smile but I always brushed him off. In time, he managed to meet my older sister, Adlyn Spence and built a relationship with her that brought him into our home in England. One day after work, I came home to find him in the living room with my sister and her husband, Sydney. They asked me to come in and speak to him. I ignored them and went to my room. This went on for months and eventually I gave in and let him take me out. Our love was a special one. We were engaged in Wolverhampton, England in 1957 and then married on July 26th, 1958. He was shy, funny, friendly and sweet when we meet. Over the years he became more confident, funnier, smarter and extremely well dressed. He even had more clothes than me.
We moved with our four young children to Canada in 1969. We have worshipped the Lord together for over 10 decades. Serving Jesus was so important to him. There wasn't a day that he didn't read his Bible.

On Sunday mornings, he made sure that the children were ready for church and that their shoes were polished. I enjoyed cooking food for him. He loved my food and always said, Thank you.

During his finally days he would say, "I'm not going to be here much longer so I want you to take care of yourself. Everything is going to be fine". I didn't like to hear it but I knew how much he loved me and wanted me to keep on living. He wanted me to travel with my grand-daughter Dominique and insisted that she take me on a trip. It will be hard to live without my other half but God will give me the strength.

He was such a peaceful man. We would always tease each other and make jokes. Even when I was mad at him, he would still manage to make me laugh.

In our discussions, he would often say, "Yes Dear" to almost everything. If I was talking too much, he would sing a song. He was a terrible singer and he had no rhythm but he loved to sing and dance and clap his hands off beat.

The last 63 years with my Lloydy, have been the best years of my life because of the amazing memories we share.

I love you so much Lloyd. You are my first and only love. Always and Forever!
Matthew 5:9 "Blessed are the peacemakers; for they shall be call the children of God."

My dear friend Bro Daley, sad to know you have to leave us. You cared for your family like a true Shepherd. He treasured and adored his Wife and cared for his children dearly. From an early age my Father referred to him as Friend and family. They both left St Elizabeth to work in England . Their bond was tight. As a Child I could recall my Dad saying all good things about this man. When my family migrated to Canada our family maintained that bond with the Daley's through Church Worship, family home visits and general communication. Of Course by then , my Dad had passed. This even strengthened the ties as he as it were silently protected my husband and our children. We loved Bro Daley and his family. We shared laughter and tears if necessary. The Daleys as we affectionately refered to his family were our Soul Mates and they referred to us as the Andersons. As the years went by we kept in touch even to the end. We shall surely miss this Sweet Soul. Our only consolation though is that we know that He loved his Jesus and He is with Him quietly resting in his Arms until that blessed Day when we meet again. Sis Daley and family, keep strong , Bro Daley , Rest in Peace. We love you Dearly.💐🙏🏻