In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar

COMRIE, Harold Maxwell - It is with heavy hearts that our family announces the peaceful passing of our beloved father, husband, papa and great papa Harold Maxwell Comrie with family by his side. He passed away on Thursday, February 3, 2022 at the Regional Health Sciences Centre at the age of 86. Harold was born July 9, 1935 in Belleville, Ontario.

Harold enlisted in the Navy and served for 2 years with an honorable discharge in 1955. He drove for his lifelong friend John McKevitt at McKevitt Trucking for over 30 years. He worked as a proud firefighter for 32 years, becoming District Chief in 1988 and retiring as Platoon Chief in 1995. He was honoured and humbled to have served with so many good men. Harold loved telling stories about the men he served with from fighting fires to the making of the meals and the time he spent at each and every station he worked.

Harold married the love of his life, Loretta Rapino, June 21, 1958. Together they raised 3 beautiful daughters, Corrie, Kim and Rosanne. Harold is survived by his loving wife Loretta; daughters Corrie (George) Grant, Kim Comrie and Rosanne (Bruce) Massaro; grandchildren Adam Grant (Jennalynn), Rachelle (Ian) Minthorn and Danny Massaro; great grandchildren Ava and William Minthorn. He is also survived by his in-laws, Helen Medwick, Tony Rapino, Dolores and George Thompson, Jim and Rose Rapino, as well as numerous nieces and nephews in Thunder Bay, Southern Ontario and the United States.

Harold was predeceased by his parents, 5 siblings Eileen, Keitha, Marilyn, Arnold, Lawrence, and other family members.

We would like to thank all family and friends who helped us through this time of mourning with their heartfelt condolences, cards, flowers, food and donations. Also, a special thank you to Dr. St. Jacques for taking care of Harold.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 24, 2022 in the Chapel of Harbourview Funeral Centre, presided by Rev. Victor De Gagne of Corpus Christi Church. Visitation will begin one hour prior to the service. Interment will take place in St. Andrew's Catholic Cemetery.

With capacity limits being removed, proof of vaccination will be mandatory as well as wearing of masks or face coverings. No advance registration is required.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

A Fireman's Prayer

When I am called to duty, God
Whenever Flames may rage,
Give me the strength to save come life
Whatever Be its age.
Help me embrace a little child
Before it is too late,
Or save an older person from
The horror of that fate.
Enable me to be alert and
Hear the weakest shout,
And quickly and efficiently
To put the fire out.
I want to fill my calling and
To give the best in me,
To guard my every neighbor
And protect their property.
And if according to your will
I have to lose my life,
Please bless with your protecting hand
My children and my wife.

(The Thunder Bay Chronicle Journal 19 Feb 2022)

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