GEORGE WILLIAM THIRD

GEORGE WILLIAM THIRD August 24, 1932 – December 3, 2023 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of George William Third on December 3, 2023 at the age of 91. Born to Eunice (nee Hughson) and William “Bill” Third. Dear Brother of Ed Third (predeceased) (Lily), Hugh Third (predeceased) (Lois), Elaine (Third) McGauley (predeceased) (Dwight (predeceased)). Dear Uncle of Bob, Bruce, Margaret, Lisa (predeceased), Krista, David, Deborah, Heather and Kristina. Dear great-uncle to many nieces and nephews. George was born and raised in Manitowaning, where he lived and worked on the family farm and as a woodworker, well known for his furniture and cabinetry. George spent years curling at the Assiginack Curling Club and in later years at the Little Current Curling Club. He enjoyed beekeeping for a number of years. In the early 1990s he sold the farm and moved to Little Current Place apartments where he remained until earlier this year when he moved into the Manitoulin Centennial Manor. He spent a great deal of time over the years researching family history and was always happy to share this history. He also enjoyed bird watching and building blue bird boxes. Many of his blue bird boxes can be seen along the fence lines on Eastern Manitoulin. He always enjoyed watching sports, especially curling, the Toronto Blue Jays and the Toronto Maple Leafs. He will be greatly missed and always remembered by family and friends. At George’s request, cremation has taken place and there will be no service. A private family gathering will take place at a later date. Donations in George’s memory can be made to the Manitoulin Health Centre Auxiliary