Obituary for E. Garth Cubitt
Cubitt, Emmerson Garth
Garth peacefully entered the arms of Jesus on Tuesday, February 14, 2023, in his 80th year. Beloved husband of Jane (Macdonald) for 50 years. Dear father of Graham (Emma), Ian (Rosine), Andrew (Lisa), and Esther (George), and grandfather to Samuel, Brielle, Gideon, Stephen, William, Zach, and Katie. Beloved son of Gerald and Florence, and loving brother to Elaine (Bob), Wayne (Bonnie), June (David), Julia (Bill), and Arleigh (predeceased).
Born and raised in Clearview Township, Garth earned a BSc Degree in Agriculture in 1967 at the University of Guelph. His life included chapters teaching high school in North Bay and Barrie, driving truck across Ontario, and becoming a Master Electrician – which sparked his imagination for decades. Yet Garth’s underlying vocation was always farming, where his passions for family, hard work, animal and soil health, and independence were expressed for almost 60 years.
Garth’s life was marked by his love for God and people. Through leadership in church, agricultural associations, 4-H, Youth for Christ, and many other roles, his kind and gentle presence, generous humour, and twinkling eyes are remembered by the many who loved and respected him. His voracious reading led to many friendships and conversations on faith, agriculture, economics, and politics. His love for creativity was often expressed behind-the-scenes, supporting his children and others involved in music and community theatre over many years, where his laughter or tears affirmed his heart’s engagement with those on stage.
After a lifetime of good health, our thanks go to the teams at Louise Marshall Hospital and Strathcona Long-term Care in Mount Forest for caring for Garth through the final months of his life. He was a contented man and left this world confident that his life continues with his Lord.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Garth to Minto Youth for Christ or Indwell, where he loved to volunteer.
Arrangements entrusted to Carruthers & Davidson Funeral Home with funeral to be held Tuesday, February 21st at 2pm, at Whites Road Pentecostal Church, Harriston. Interment will take place Wednesday, February 22nd at 2pm, at Stayner Union Cemetery.
We take comfort in knowing that Garth is now in the presence of Jesus whom he loved and trusted as his Saviour. “Glory to God whose power, working in us, can do infinitely more than we can ask or imagine!” Ephesians 3:20.
The church will be providing a live stream of the ceremony on their Facebook page. See the link under Photos and Video tab above -webcasting.
Garth peacefully entered the arms of Jesus on Tuesday, February 14, 2023, in his 80th year. Beloved husband of Jane (Macdonald) for 50 years. Dear father of Graham (Emma), Ian (Rosine), Andrew (Lisa), and Esther (George), and grandfather to Samuel, Brielle, Gideon, Stephen, William, Zach, and Katie. Beloved son of Gerald and Florence, and loving brother to Elaine (Bob), Wayne (Bonnie), June (David), Julia (Bill), and Arleigh (predeceased).
Born and raised in Clearview Township, Garth earned a BSc Degree in Agriculture in 1967 at the University of Guelph. His life included chapters teaching high school in North Bay and Barrie, driving truck across Ontario, and becoming a Master Electrician – which sparked his imagination for decades. Yet Garth’s underlying vocation was always farming, where his passions for family, hard work, animal and soil health, and independence were expressed for almost 60 years.
Garth’s life was marked by his love for God and people. Through leadership in church, agricultural associations, 4-H, Youth for Christ, and many other roles, his kind and gentle presence, generous humour, and twinkling eyes are remembered by the many who loved and respected him. His voracious reading led to many friendships and conversations on faith, agriculture, economics, and politics. His love for creativity was often expressed behind-the-scenes, supporting his children and others involved in music and community theatre over many years, where his laughter or tears affirmed his heart’s engagement with those on stage.
After a lifetime of good health, our thanks go to the teams at Louise Marshall Hospital and Strathcona Long-term Care in Mount Forest for caring for Garth through the final months of his life. He was a contented man and left this world confident that his life continues with his Lord.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Garth to Minto Youth for Christ or Indwell, where he loved to volunteer.
Arrangements entrusted to Carruthers & Davidson Funeral Home with funeral to be held Tuesday, February 21st at 2pm, at Whites Road Pentecostal Church, Harriston. Interment will take place Wednesday, February 22nd at 2pm, at Stayner Union Cemetery.
We take comfort in knowing that Garth is now in the presence of Jesus whom he loved and trusted as his Saviour. “Glory to God whose power, working in us, can do infinitely more than we can ask or imagine!” Ephesians 3:20.
The church will be providing a live stream of the ceremony on their Facebook page. See the link under Photos and Video tab above -webcasting.