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Sunday
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October
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12:00 pm - 2:45 pm
Sunday, October 19, 2025
Pilon Family Funeral Home
50 John Street North
Arnprior, Ontario, Canada
Sunday
19
October
Service in Memory
3:00 pm
Sunday, October 19, 2025
Pilon Family Chapel
50 John Street North
Arnprior, Ontario, Canada
6136235194
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Pilon Family Reception Centre
50 John Street North
Arnprior, Ontario, Canada
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Danielle Smith posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
I was so fond of Joe. He would save the tallest tree for me. One of my fondest memories was catching up with him at Christmas over a hot chocolate. His generosity and kindness will never be forgotten. My sincere condolences to Helen, Greg and Scott and family. RIP Joe. God bless.
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Monday, October 20, 2025
Such a kind, generous, and loving gent!!
He had a wonderful sense of humour and was
always up for great conversations.
Sending Love and God’s Blessings to each of you.
Sincerely,
Diane Lesway
Amanda Lesway
Allan Matthews
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Terry and Irene Pulcine lit a candle
Monday, October 20, 2025
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Sincere condolences to Helen and all the family on Joe’s passing.
R.I.P. Joe
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Gianna Inglese lit a candle
Monday, October 20, 2025
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We are so very sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. He was our neighbour and friend for many years and we shared so many memories with your family growing up. Our deepest condolences to the entire family. We also lost our mom Anna the same week. Thinking of you all during this very difficult time.
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Mike & Judy Wilson posted a condolence
Sunday, October 19, 2025
Lots of memories of Joe. Sending sincere condolences to Helen, Greg, Scott and family.
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Kathy & Ron Tayler posted a condolence
Sunday, October 19, 2025
Townley Family
Ron and I send our deepest condolences. We would often stop by at the fruit and veggie stand and enjoyed hearing Joe's stories. He was obviously a pillar in the community he called home.
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Jim Norton posted a condolence
Sunday, October 19, 2025
So sorry to hear about Joe. You all, and especially Joe were so welcoming and generous when we moved to Canada and every time we visited since. He will be greatly missed. Jim and Alix (Nova Scotia).
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Bernie Sullivan posted a condolence
Sunday, October 19, 2025
Dear Helen, Greg, Scott and family.
Bernice, Sean and I would like to pass on our deepest condolences on your loss. Joe was a great guy who loved Arnprior and all it's people. He did so much and will be missed but we all have great memories of him. Meeting him at his stand for a chat and a hand shake was always great fun. He loved catching up on what was happening with everyone.
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Norm & Sandy McLellan posted a condolence
Sunday, October 19, 2025
Helen, Greg, Scott
We are so sorry for your loss. We were regular customers for years and enjoyed his outgoing personality and generous nature. We shared pickled recipes. He was an outstanding Arnprior Citizen.
Sincere Condolences Norm and Sandy
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Jeff & Ilona Henkelman posted a condolence
Saturday, October 18, 2025
Dear Greg and Scott.....Ilona and I are sending along our deepest sympathy. I can remember being a young boy and going to your Dad's house and seeing him so animated watching the hockey games. He had such a love for the game and such a love of life - a true Canadian through and through. Greg, I will look forward to spending time and reminiscing with you when the time is right. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Saturday, October 18, 2025
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Joe receiving a Special Certificate of Appreciation during Senior Month 2017 from Mayor Tom Peckett, Braeside and McNab Township,
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Liz Golder-Wall lit a candle
Saturday, October 18, 2025
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Helen, Greg and Scott please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of your Joe - Dad xo. Joe was, for sure, one of my favourite Valley guys - the best business man, always so polite and friendly. A true gentleman. Memories will be your comfort in the days, weeks and years to come.
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Cecil Watson posted a condolence
Saturday, October 18, 2025
Our deepest condolences to Joes family. I have known Joe since we started to school the same year at Walter Zadow, He was always a great guy and good freind.
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Stephan and Amanda posted a condolence
Friday, October 17, 2025
Deepest condolences to Greg and family. Joe was a true gentleman and an Arnprior legend. He will be missed.
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Jeff Buder donated to Arnprior And District Food Bank Inc.
Friday, October 17, 2025
Our deepest condolences Helen, Greg, Scott, The Buder Family
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Lawrence and Velda Mask posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, October 16, 2025
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Scott and family we would like to offer our condolences to you at this time it is hard at this time but you do have him in your heart and memories
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Rona Wright posted a condolence
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Dear John, Judy and family.
Our most sincere condolence, to all of your family. We were so sorry to hear about your brother. He sounded like a very nice and generous man.
We will be unable to attend the service, I know you will understand. We will be thinking of you.
Love, Rona, Angela, Naomi and Victoria.
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Anne Hermans posted a condolence
Thursday, October 16, 2025
I didn’t know Joe personally. I only knew him through his produce stand. One memory stand out for me and I believe speaks volumes about the type of person he was. I was looking for rhubarb to make my husband’s a favourite cake for Father’s Day. Having left it to the last minute , and not finding any in the store, I went to Joe’s’ stand. He did not have any rhubarb at the stand to sell. Seeing my disappointment, he said “come with me”. He took me to his home where he cut some rhubarb out of his own garden and gave it to me. He refused any payment for it. His generousity made my day! I have never forgotten that. My condolences to his family on the loss of such a fine person.
Anne Hermans
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Ken Sullivan posted a condolence
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Our deepest sympathy to Helen, Greg and Scott. Joe was a generous, caring man and will be so missed in Arnprior. It was always a delight to meet up with Joe and have a heart warming chat. Ken and Nancy Sullivan
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Barry & Shelley McLachlan lit a candle
Thursday, October 16, 2025
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Greg, sending our deepest condolences.
Barry and Shelley McLachlan
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Richard Smith posted a condolence
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Deepest condolences to Helen, Greg, Scott and families. I remember Joe’s green thumb growing up next door on Moore Street.
Richard Smith
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Ken and Helen Black posted a condolence
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Our deepest condolences to Helen, Greg and Scott and family.
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Shawn McCuaig posted a condolence
Thursday, October 16, 2025
My condolences to all of Joe's family.
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Eva Clouthier posted a condolence
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Deepest sympathies to the Townley family in this time of sadness and loss.
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Gordon MacDowall posted a condolence
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Had some good conversations with Joe over the years. The town will miss him. My condolences to the Townley families
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Lori Robillard lit a candle
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
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Helen, Greg and Scott my deepest condolences to you ,very sorry to hear of your loss .I have such fond memories growing up with your family especially when Joe took us to see Olivia Newton John at the Ex..that was pretty special.He will be dearly missed..
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Katie & Bill MacDonald lit a candle
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
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Helen, Greg, Scott and all the family our sincere condolences to you all.
Joe was a dear friend of ours and we have many fond memories of our travels , vacations and visits over the years together.
You will be forever missed and dearly remembered Joe.
We enjoyed many laughs together.
Katie & Bill MacDonald
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Andrew Lyon posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
My condolences Greg and Scott for you loss
Sincerely
Andy Lyon and family
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Mark Kellett posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
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I can say that the time I spent with Joe in the arena shaped the way I have lived my life. His ideas and methods stood the test of time and I used them in my coaching career. I share my sincere condolences to Joes family and friends at this time of loss. But know he lives on in those he crossed paths with over the years. May his memory stay with us always.
With love, Mark Kellett
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Chris Mōuland posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Condolences to the Townley families . With respect , Chris .
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Colleen Schlievert posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Greg: In this time of sorrow, may you find comfort in the loving memories you shared. My condolences to you and your family.
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Dave McCormick posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Greg and family ;
I was lucky to know Joe from a young age. He coached me briefly in juvenile hockey when I was called up from my midget team — I was just 16, playing with 18- and 19-year-olds — and Joe made me feel like I belonged. He had that gift.
A big, burly man with a gentle heart, Joe was respected on and off the ice. Many will also remember him as the friendly, dependable bouncer at local dances, keeping things light and safe for everyone.
He was well known and well liked in Arnprior — a solid, grounded man who gave back to his community in quiet, meaningful ways. My condolences to the family. Joe will be missed and remembered fondly by many. God Bless RIP Joe.
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Wednesday, October 15, 2025
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Virginia MacLaren posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Helen and family , I am sorry for your loss. Joe was an amazing person whom I was honoured to know. Virginia MacLaren-Lankamp
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Kevin & Ying James posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
So sorry for your families loss.
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Karen Bancroft posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Dear Helen and family. I was saddened to hear of the passing of Joe. He was always so helpful. I remember when my Son was first starting his business Joe told him to bring his sign to put up to advertise his business. That's how Joe was. He always had a story to tell when you would stop for vegetables. A poem comes to mind when
I think of him now. A golden heart stopped beating, two hands layed to rest, it broke our hearts to lose him but GOD only takes the best. RIP Joe
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David Gilks posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
My deepest condolences to Greg, Scott, and family on the passing of Joe.
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Eric Smith posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Thinking of you Helen and Greg and Scott. You and Joe were great neighbours for many many years. Joe will be missed. Eric and Linda Smith and family
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Terry Wall posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
So sorry to hear this news Helen and family.
Although I haven’t lived in town for years ,when I drive by Home Hardware his face comes to mind ,
Very nice man , Helen I remember you singing Celine Dion’s song at the burnisher ‘ I am your lady’ and you telling me that was yours and joes song
Always think of you two when I hear it
Condolence to you and yours
From Terry Wall and Alain Michaud
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Janet Sabourin posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Greg and Family so sorry for your loss Joe was always a larger than life character many a chat with him at his fruit and veg stand. Janet and Rick
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Anita Schubrink posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
My deepest condolences Helen & Family, Joe was a very kind man and always had time to say hello
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ted jozwiak posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
dear Helen ,Greg, Scott, and the townley clan.
I was extremely saddened to hear of Joe's passing.
Jimmy and I would like to send our condolences.
Moore st. has lost an exceptional neighbour.
Joe always talked about Felix.
Ted, and Jimmy jozwiak
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Rick Fairfield posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Our sincerest condolences to the Townley Family. Joe shared many fun stories about working with my father (late Paddy) at Gillies Bros. Joe will be missed. Our thoughts are with the Family during this difficult time. The Fairfields - Mary, Wendy, Patricia, and Rick.
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Jo-Ann Patenaude posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Please accept our sincere condolences.
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Rita McCormick posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
To the Townley family. So sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. He was a great friend
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Anne Lyon posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Greg, So very sorry for you, your Mum and Scott for the loss of your Dad. I will always remember your Dad stopping by the office many years ago checking in with you, letting you know about someone looking to buy or sell their house. He quietly helped out a lot of people over the years and he will be missed. Keeping you and the Townley family in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Anne Lyon.
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Lisa Andress donated to Arnprior And District Food Bank Inc.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Dear Helen and family, sincerest condolences to all of you. Joe was an incredibly kind man and will be missed tremendously. Sending you lots of love today and in the days ahead. Lisa and Pete Andress.
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John DuBois posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Scott and Family,
Sorry to hear the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
The vegetable stand will always be "Joe's" to us.
John and Cathy
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Rob Leavoy posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Greg, deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your family. Will be thinking of you at this difficult time. Rob and Christine Leavoy
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Nancy and Tom Peckett posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
To all Joe's family especially Hellen and his boys you have our
deepest condolences. I will mis him madly, his jokes, his laughter
and spending time with him in his greenhouse, out in the field
planting and working at the stand.
Well lived Joe Joe you were a good man and a great friend.
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Dan Lynch posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
To the extended Townley please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one. Whether it was at his house, farm or vegetable stand Joe always had the time to promote the town. When it came to vegetables and or a friendly conversation Joe was the guy. He will be missed. RIP
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Terry Gibeau posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Joe,
We will miss seeing your giant tomatoes growing beside your garage, buying plants from your backyard and the special taste of eating a freshly sliced tomato (with salt from the secret salt shaker) while standing in the parking lot at your stand. We will always remember your generosity, as you quietly gave free fruit and vegetables to be shared with families who had little money. Joe was a closet philanthropist and generous to a fault.
Terry and Beth
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Art Barr posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
So sorry to hear of Joe's passing . He was a good old boy for sure. RIP JOE. ART AND ALEXIS BARR
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Craig Campbell posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Upon returning home to Arnprior in 2019 after a five year absence I found myself at Joe's vegetable stand without enough money for my order. True to his nature Joe insisted I take everything home and "Pay me later, Craig." That bit of kindness exemplified Joe to a "T". Condolences to the Townley family on your loss.
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Neil Slater donated to Arnprior And District Food Bank Inc.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Joe had a larger than life personality that radiated in all our interactions over the years. I will miss seeing him. My condolences. Neil Slater
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Jane Kenny-Chaput posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Our most sincere condolences to Joe's family. We will miss our chats. ~Neighbours on Fairhaven~
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Dianne Martin posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
My deepest condolences to all your family.
He will be missed by many.
Dianne Martin(late husband Moe Lacasse)
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Walter Stack posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Our sincere condolences to Joe’s family and the extended Townley family on Joe’s passing
He was a recognized personality and businessman by all in Arnprior and area.
Walter and Barbara Stack
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Diane Sidney lit a candle
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
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Dear Helen, Greg, Scott and families….
Joe is at peace now and the angels have gained the best gardener…we have fond memories of good times, so many laughs.
Joe was very generous often helping many with new coats and boots or a meal…
We will miss him, and smile when we think of him.
Our most sincere condolences to you Helen and the family.
John and Diane Sidney
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