Died peacefully in Courtenay June 5, 2003 at the age of 85. Predeceased by his wife Jennie in 1980. Survived by his children Ed (Harriet) Morrison, Gwen (Lorne) Buker, Terry (Corny) Buskermolen; grandchildren Corinna (Wayne), Tracey (Ken), Guye, Dawn, Kait; great-grandchildren Emily, Senja, Shane; sisters Edna and Eileen. Also survived by his companion Trudy Storie and her children Diane (Jim), Rebecca (Dan), Shirley, Leslie (Bob), 7 grandchildren, 5 great- grandchildren. Harold will be remembered for his quick wit, love of politics, and gardening. He drove trucks from the age 15 to 76.