Ian Balsillie's obituary , Passed away on October 15, 2025 in Essex, Ontario

Ian Balsillie

October 15, 2025

Essex, Ontario

Ian Balsillie's obituary , Passed away on October 15, 2025 in Essex, Ontario

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gerald A. Smith Funeral Home

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Ian Balsillie Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Ian Balsillie (Essex, Ontario), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on October 15, 2025. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, George Balsillie and Olive Jefferson-Smith; his sister Margaret (England); his grandchildren, Megan, Amelia, Maureen, Janelle, Desirae and Billy; and his great grandchildren, Imogen, Bennett, Seamus, Tessa and Elsie.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 19th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Gerald A. Smith Funeral Home (197 King St W, Harrow, ON N0R1G0).

If you wish, memorial donations would be appreciated to Erie Shores Hospice, 197 Talbot St West, Suite 210, Leamington ON N8H 1N8, a donation made to your local library or to the charity of your choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gerald A. Smith Funeral Home



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Oct 19

Visitation

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Gerald A. Smith Funeral Home
197 King St W, Harrow, ON N0R1G0

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