In memory of

Ivor Lloyd Rooney

November 14, 1921 - April 10, 2020

With sorrow we announce the passing of Ivor Lloyd Rooney, age 98, of Toronto, Ontario, on April 10, 2020 after a brief illness with COVID-19.

Ivor will be deeply missed by his devoted and loving daughter Diane McWhirter and her husband David. Fondly remembered by his granddaughter Jennifer McWhirter (and partner Justin), grandson Ryan McWhirter (and partner Erin), and great granddaughter Elowen. Forever remembered by extended family and dear friends. Predeceased by his wife Margaret Rooney (nee Prout) of 68 years, brother Desmond and wife Arlie, sister Vivienne and husband Don, and parents Joseph and Margaret.

Ivor was a World War II Veteran and member of the Queen’s Own Riffles of Canada. He recently received the award Knight of the French National Order of the Legion of Honour for his service on D-Day. After the war he spent three decades of his career as a civil servant with the Queen’s Printer for Ontario. He will be remembered as a loyal and generous family man with interests in music, hockey, and gardening, and a wonderful sense of humour.

The family wishes to extend a special thank you to all the staff at Altamont Care Community, where Ivor resided for eight years, for their dedicated and compassionate care.

A private Burial Service took place at Pine Hills Cemetery in Toronto on April 15, 2020. A Celebration of Ivor’s life will be scheduled for a later date when the threat of the pandemic passes.

Memorial donations may be made to CanadaHelp’s COVID-19 Hospital or Community Fund (canadahelps.org), Alzheimer Society of Canada (alzheimer.ca), or Toronto Botanical Gardens (torontobotanicalgarden.ca).

Guestbook

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Alexander Turkewitsch (Family friend)

Entered April 16, 2020 from Toronto

I have fond memories of Ivor and Marg Rooney and their daughter Diane, when I was growing up as close neighbours on Medhurst Road, East York. I extend by sincerest condolences to his family.

June Barclay (Friend)

Entered April 16, 2020 from North York

Diane my condolences to you and your family on the loss of your dad.

Sara Beckford (Family Friend / Erin’s (Ryan’s partner) Sister)

Entered April 16, 2020 from Kingston, ON

While I did not have the pleasure of meeting Ivor in person, I have heard many fond stories through Ryan and Erin. From the way they spoke of Ivor, I know he was greatly loved And will be truly missed.

Brian Budden (QOR Friend)

Entered April 16, 2020 from Mississauga

On behalf of The Queen's Own Rifles of Canada Association (Toronto Branch) are deepest condolences to The Rooney family on the passing of one of our Rifleman Ivor Rooney. Will We Remember Him. RIP Sir.
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.

Brian Budden
QORA (Toronto Branch)
President
Health & Welfare Chairman

Maureen Cater (Cousin)

Entered April 16, 2020 from Markham Ont.

Ivor's Mother and my Mother were sisters, so we were first cousins.
I have many great memories of Ivor. - While overseas, Ivor was one of the Queen's Own Rifles troops given "air time" to speak to his family back in Canada. As he spoke, he mentioned many family members by name, including myself. I sat on the floor listening to our floor model radio. It was quite a thrill for me, a little girl back in the early 40s. When the war was over, I was Ivor and Marg's junior bridesmaid when they married.
All my love to Diane and family at this very sad time.
Maureen