Obituary of Denis Frederick Roy Goulden

Goulden, Denis Goulden, Denis Frederick, of London, Ontario, on August 25, 2012 at Chateau Gardens, at the age of 86. Beloved husband of Maggie, for 65 years. Predeceased by their son, Ian, in 1973. A wonderful husband, father and grandfather, he will be sadly missed by his children, Denise of London, Lorraine of Chile, Anne (Steve Harold) of Sarnia, Bev (Dwight McLeod) of Port Ryerse, and grandchildren Josh, Mike and Kate Harold, and Dylan and Colton McLeod. He is also survived by family in England, sisters Wendy, Hazel, Pat, and niece Judi (Tony) Faulkner. Denis was born in Weymouth, Dorset, England. He served in H.M. Royal Navy in World War II and emigrated to Canada with his wife and two young children in 1953. Three more children and a life filled with jokes, laughter and an undying love of animals followed. He spent his free time sailing the "Maggie D" on Lake Huron while staying at the cottage he built in Point Clark, and subsequently cruising the wonderful waters off Vancouver where they lived for seven years prior to retiring back to Ontario. In retirement, Denis discovered a new talent, watercolour painting, which resulted in many beautiful works of art. A Chartered Life Underwriter, Denis's career with London Life Insurance spanned 32 years and he retired in 1986 as the DSD Regional Director of BC and Alberta. Everyone who knew Denis will remember his great sense of humour, and his hearty laughter. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held on Wednesday August 29th from 11:00 to 12:00 at John T. Donohue Funeral Home, 362 Waterloo Street, London, Ontario. Funeral Service will follow in the chapel at 12:00. Inurnment to follow at Holy Family Mausoleum - St Peter's Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer's Outreach Services or the London Humane Society. Special thanks to Chateau Gardens for their compassionate care of Denis. Online condolences may be made at www.donohuefuneralhome.ca.