McINNIS, Neil

Passed away peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital on Friday, November 11, 2016 at the age of 78. Husband of the late Carrie McInnis, best and longtime friend of the late Louise Adams. Loving stepfather of Jim McLeod (Bronny) of Hornby Island, B.C., Judy McLeod (Sam Peahu) of Comox, B.C., the late Joey McLeod, Jennifer Dufresne (Peter) of Sault Ste. Marie, ON, and the late Jeffrey McLeod. Proud grandfather of Melody Dufresne (Brooke Cooper), Bill McLeod (Roz), Graden McLeod (Jennilee), all of British Columbia, Chelsea Pybus (Bryan Childs) of Calgary, AB, and Gavin Pybus, of Comox, B.C. Great grandfather of Mackenzie, Zachary, Lucas, Ryder, Brianna, and Natalya McLeod.  Son of the late Claude and Mildred McInnis (Parry Sound). Brother of the late Rev. Cal McInnis (June), George McInnis (Lois), the late Murray McInnis (Barb), and Don McInnis (late Joan). Survived by many nieces and nephews.  At Neil's request there will be a private family interment held at the Greenwood Cemetery. Memorial contributions to A.R.C.H. would be appreciated by the family. A heartfelt thank you, for their exceptional care and compassion, to Dr. Rassouli and staff at the Sault Area Hospital Cancer Clinic, and to the doctors and the amazing nursing staff in the Critical Care unit.  (Arrangements entrusted to the Arthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre (705) 759-2522). Expressions of sympathy may be offered at www.arthurfuneralhome.com.