Douglas Martin Squire passed away peacefully at Alexandra Marine & General Hospital, Goderich, on Friday April 3, 2026 in his 89th year. Predeceased by his beloved wife of 53 years, Sheila Squire (Murduff), his parents, Howard and Dorothy Squire, his brother Donald Squire, and infant nephew John Squire.
Loving brother of Gary (Rose) Squire of London and sister-in-law Dorothy Squire of Goderich. Also fondly remembered by niece Debbie (Dean) Doherty of Southampton, and nephews Wayne Squire and Jeff (Erica) Squire of Goderich, and Robert Hall of Burbank, California. Doug is also cherished by several great nieces and nephews as well as a great-great nephew and a great-great niece.
Doug was raised on a farm in Colborne Township and, professionally, he had a long career with the Toronto District School Board as a teacher and superintendent. His first teaching position was in Toronto where he met Sheila and where they lived for many years.
Upon retirement, Doug and Sheila enjoyed their house in Goderich and their cottage in Southampton, while caring for their beloved West Highland Terriers, Fergus and Piper. Doug and Sheila also enjoyed travelling and seeing many parts of the world together. They were gracious hosts who enjoyed entertaining family and friends.
Doug was an accomplished organist and pianist who frequently performed in Goderich and Port Elgin area churches. He was also involved with the MacKay Choristers and Harbouraires male choir for many years and, during the past several years living in Southampton, he was also the choir director at Southampton United Church and Faith Lutheran Church Port Elgin.
Cremation will take place and a private family and friends service with interment of ashes at Maitland Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Parkinson Society of Southwestern Ontario or to Faith Lutheran Church in Port Elgin would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
