Obituary of Lynn Frederick Cratt

CRATT, Lynn Frederick Lynn passed away peacefully at home on March 22nd with his family at his side at the age of 73. Loving husband of Helen (Walsh) for 48 years. Loving and proud father of Patti (Alan) Vesprini of Beaconsfield, Quebec, Maureen (Scott) MacSween of Niagara on the Lake and Gary (Gail) Cratt of London, Ontario. Predeceased by his son Brian (March 23, 2001) and his parents Fred and Grace Cratt. Loving grandpa to Katelyn, Mark and Michael Vesprini, Sara and Marianne Cratt, Elizabeth, Kevin and Caroline MacSween and Joclyn and Taylor Cratt. Respected and loved brother of Larry (Sophy) Cratt, Shirley (Bob) Knowles, Sally (Jim) Schoonmaker, Sharon (Jim) Griffis, Leighton (Norma) Cratt and Lee (Wendy) Cratt. Brother-in-law to Bill (Mary) Walsh, Clara (Jim) Phillips, Fred (Gretchen) Walsh, Mary Werner, Anne Primeau, Teresa Ferland, Leo (Sharon) Walsh, Kathy Walsh and Sheila (Michael) Voisin . Uncle Lynn to many nieces and nephews. Lynn was the Sales Agent for Imperial Oil in Niagara Region for 26 years under the business name "Lynn F. Cratt Ltd.". He started in 1965 from his home office working with Helen and eventually with his son, Brian. Through his business, Lynn forged many lasting friendships and he especially cherished the love of his Dutch friends. Over the years, his family came first. He loved playing hockey, coaching CYO hockey and after retirement, playing golf in Niagara and Florida. His special talent was gardening which he loved and his hobby greenhouse. He suffered from lung disease since 2000 but always remained cheerful and positive spending as much time with family and visits from his many friends as he could. Lynn was always willing to lend a helping hand. He will be missed for his many talents and advice. We are thankful we could keep him comfortable at home. We thank Dr. John Gregg for his compassion and care over the years, Jim from Life Breath, Dr Yany and Dr. Hartman. Lynn's family will receive visitors at the GEORGE DARTE FUNERAL CHAPEL , 585 Carlton Street, on Friday, March 24th from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. A Funeral Liturgy will take place on Saturday, March 25th at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church , 316 Queenston Street at 11:30am. Cremation to follow. Vigil Prayers at the funeral home on Friday at 3pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Multiple Sclerosis Society Research or the Lung Association would be appreciated by the family.