Obituary of Theodore (Ted) Peter Usick

USICK, Theodore (Ted)- Passed away peacefully on Friday December 9th, 2011 at Upper Canada Lodge at the age of 88 . Beloved husband of the late Esther. Cherished father of Ted Jr. (Karen) Usick, Don Usick and Tracey (Ronald) Allen. Loving grandfather of Heather, Ryan, Hilary, Melissa , Deanna , Teddy and Olivia. Ted will be sadly missed by his nieces, nephews, family and friends. Ted was an avid gardener, who loved spending time in his back yard and traveling with his wife to Florida. He will always be remembered for being a loving father and grandfather. The family wishes to extend a sincere thank you to all the staff at the Upper Canada Lodge for all their care and compassion. A special thank you to Mary Ann Brzeczka for always showing dad and our family support. Ted is resting at the GEORGE DARTE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 585 Carlton Street, St. Catharines. The family will receive visitors on Thursday, December 15th from 2-4p.m. & 7-9p.m. A Celebration of Ted's Life will be held at Silver Spire United Church, 366 St. Paul Street on Friday, December 16th at 11 a.m. Burial at Victoria Lawn Cemetery to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Hospice Niagara or Community Care would be appreciated by the family.