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Passed away peacefully at Ed's House Hospice in Cobourg after a battle with cancer.
Beloved father of Bryan (Christine) and Brandon Harold, both of Cobourg. Cherished grandfather to Sophie and Spencer Harold. Predeceased by parents, Jack and Fran Harold and brother, Peter.
He is survived by brothers Steve (Linda) of Peterborough and Jim (Lois) of Nova Scotia.
A lifelong resident of Cobourg, Foxy was involved in many local sports as a child and was a local tennis champ in his 20s and 30s. Whether it was hockey, softball, golf, tennis or with his beloved guitar in hand, those who knew 'the Fox', knew that there was never a dull moment when he was around. Those close to him, undoubtedly, have a song by the Beatles come to mind when they think of him.
Mike worked as a Realtor with many local brokerages as part of the local real estate association from the early 80s into the 2010s.
We, the Family, would like to thank the many friends (and the 5 Js and families) who've helped Dad with some of his struggles through the years and most recently by being at his side in his final days. Thank you!! Dad was a lucky man to have you all in his corner.
A very special thanks to the staff, nurses and doctors and NHH Palliative Care and Ed's House, for the incredible, compassionate care he received.
He will be interred at St Peter's Cemetery at a later date.
If desired, any donations can be made in Mikes' name to the Salvation Army or Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre.
'Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans'
LET IT BE.
Just learned today, of the sad passing of our old friend/real estate agent, Mike...terribly saddened to hear...we hadn't seen/heard from Mike for at least 10 years, but the memories we shared from time spent together in Cobourg, will forever be in our hearts. My hubby Adrian, a Guitarist, always so enjoyed sitting around the Fox, playing Beatles songs, enjoying a beer or 2, and talking about Guitars...he convinced Mike to buy a couple, the same as he had!! We will miss you dear guy, play on for the heavenly folk, and know how much your wit, your laughter, your kindness, your hugs, will be missed by us both...RIP dear Mike, and sincere condolences to all your family..play on Fox xxoo
Foxy will be missed by many friends and his family, that I am sure of. I haven’t seen Foxy for years but when I lived in Ontario Canada he was a good friend and a great real estate agent for me. I always remember Foxy singing Rocky Raccoon by the open campfires. My deepest sympathies to all who loved him. Rest peacefully Fox.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Our thoughts are with Mike’s family. Mike was a true friend and our hustling real estate agent. He always provided us with excellent real estate service with a dedicated commitment to give an extra effort. We really enjoyed our times with Mike.
I went to Burnham public school with Michael My Condolences to you and your family Janis Coyle
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Our condolences to Bryan, Brandon and families. He was a good all round athlete. Music was also his passion; remembering him knowing all the lyrics to U2's "One" shortly after it's release. RIP Foxy.
R.I.P MIKE. CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY.PLAY A TUNE FOR THE BIG GUY,WHEN U GET UP THERE. SEE U ON THE OTHER SIDE T M
Mike was a gentle soul, and he will always be remembered by his friends and family. It was a privilidge to know him and work with him during these last few years. May he rest in peace in the lord's hands.
No need to cry... He would want nothing to do with that. Let it be . RIP MY OLD FRIEND AND SO MANY MORE THAN ME FEEL THE SAME .... LIFE.? ??
Our sincere condolences to Bryan, Christine, and Mike’s family.
Hey fox it's been 11 day's now and I still can't believe your gone we've been friends ever since you were 6 months old and I borrowed your crib and broke it and you always let me know that ,we lived 5 house's apart on Burnham St and there was never a dull moment as we got older Fran and Jack took me in when I had nowhere to go and boy did we have a hoot I had free concerts a few times a week , lot's of good memories my friend. I am glad I got to visit with you fox a few weeks ago and we held hands nothing could ever take our friendship away fox.Keep on rocking up there bud see you on the other side,,,Love Shag. Blackbirds,,,Lucy in the Sky.
" Meet me in the morning, 56th and Wabasha" Dylan, another Foxy favorite. We have fond memories of his guitar playing while camping, his awesome car rallies, and the time he talked the usher at a Neil Young concert into letting Jared and Mary Ann move 3 rows from the front. He was always fun and he left some really good memories. RIP Foxy! Pat and Mary Ann
My condolences to the family on the passing of Mike. A lot of memories from the old neighbourhood. Always had time to talk to you. RIP
Our condolences to the family. Rest easy Foxy.
Condolences to the Harold family..
Mike was truly a good friend, someone who understood what ," I got your back" meant. I came to see you on May 5 at Eds house , extremely sad that I missed you. Hopefully my prayers that day helped to "cover your back" on your journey . My family and I send our prayers and condolences to Mikes family . With sadness I say , Love Rocco
Julie and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of the family at this difficult time.
Our heartfelt condolences to Bryan,Brandon and families. His generosity and fun loving ways will never be forgotten.Thanks for the laughs,the music and the friendship.
Known Foxy my whole life being his was close friends with my father Rocco Ugolini and acquaintances with my mother Lizzy Maclean. Fox was my neighbor at the building this past 1.5 years and I was delighted to have him there. Whether borrowing a coffee pod or a little spliff for an afternoon puff we saw each other daily and I thoroughly enjoyed cooking big meals and having Foxys 'to-go' Tupperwares packed several times a week for a good homemade meal for him to enjoy through the couple years he was here with us. Sandra also would extend her condolences to the family as she and Mike became close friends and Sandy often drove him to his appointments and having a beer or 6 during the summer. He will be missed by us both especially Sandy's grandson Malakai. Rest in Power Fox, until we meet again brother.
Our sincere condolences to Mikes family. He was such a character. Fun guy to be around, always had us laughing. What a great quality to have. Foxy you’ll be missed by a lot of people, R.I.P buddy.
Heartfelt condolences to the family. Many fun and happy times were spent with my friend Mike. I’ll miss your friendship and presence forever. Rest in peace Foxy.
My sincere condolences to Mike’s family. I have fond memories of Mike in high school and we met again after I came back from Nova Scotia. Hang on to those memories of him dearest to you.
Condolences to the family. A lot of fun memories on the tennis courts with Foxy
My sincere condolences to all . Many good times spent with Foxy over the years . RIP buddy
Hi B.....Sorry for your loss Brian - working with Mike at Hockin Real Estate was fun and different. He will be missed. Regards Dick
So very sorry to hear of Mike’s passing ~ condolences to Bryan, Brandon and family ❤️
Sorry to here of Mike's passing ,our condolences to his family.
My deepest condolences to Brandon, Bryan, their families at this difficult time. Foxy was one of a kind and will be missed. Cherish your fond memories in your heart. No doubt he’s jammed with John, Paul and a few others!
Bryan, Christine, Sophie and Spencer, you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Please let us know if there’s anything we can do.
Sending my sincere condolences to the Harold Family. Mike was a great guy.Take care of each other Jeanine La Fontaine - Clarey
Sending deepest sympathy to all of Mike's family. We were all part of the Burnham Street South group many years ago. Rest in peace Mike.
Many fond memories of Mike. Sincerest condolences to all his family.
THOUGHTS ARE WITH THE FAMILY AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME......
My Deepest Condolences to Mike's Family & Friends. I went to Public School with Mike, he was a very up-beat fella always had a joke, kind word or story to tell I will always have fond memories may he R.I. P.
Our deepest condolences to Bryan and Christine and family. We are thinking of you.
So sorry to read of Mike's passing. Thinking of the family at this time. Sincerely, Jan and Tony
Bryan, Christine, Sophie and Spencer, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Sending love.
Sending heart- felt condolences to you all during this difficult time. We both have very fond memories of Foxy, a guy who always made us laugh with his whit and humour. He loved his family and was very proud of you all. Love, Kim and Kim (Fonz) LaFontaine
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Salvation Army, Cobourg Corps
I am so sorry to learn of Mike's passing. Sending my sympathies to all of you.
Steve and The Harold family. My condolences on the passing of Foxy. To say he was a character is an understatement. Always enjoyed meeting him when I was back in Cobourg. RIP Foxy Joner
Mike, Foxy I will miss you Bud.
We are sorry for your loss! Sending you all big hugs!
So very sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Sending condolences to the family and an extra hug for Brandon from Jesse and I xo.
I was so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. We worked together at Hockin R.E. and he was always so pleasant to be around. Will be thinking of you during this sad time.
I am so sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers to the whole family at this sad time. xo
So saddened to hear of Mike's passing, we had been friends since Grade 2, somewhere in the next world Mike is singing along to all the Beatles records. Mike's suffering is now over and my sincere condolences go out to his family. RIP Foxy.
So sorry to hear of your loss. Foxy was a lot of fun with a terrific sense of humour. He will be missed. RIP Michael.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
Bryan, Christine & Brandon, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Your dad was never afraid to be who he was, he touched a lot of lives and gave us lots of laughs. It was good to spend some time with him over the last few weeks of his life. Going to miss you Fox, the pain is gone, see you again. The Kimski.
I'm very sorry to learn about Mike, he was a flash of colour in a black and white world !
So very sorry to hear of Foxy's passing. I have known him since High School and he was always able to make me smile. My deepest condolences to the family.
My condolences to Bryan, Brandon, Christine, Sophie, Spencer and family. May Mike rest in peace. xoxo
To Foxy's family, please accept our condolences on passing of your father, grampa, brother and friend.
Dear Bryan, Christine and family sending my sincere condolences on Mike’s passing. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Mike and I go back to novice hockey in 1964 as teammates. We teamed up again at the east with football. Later we reunited last fall at fbc church as he was battling cancer. I was glad to take Mike to appointments and go for coffee whenever possible. He was so thankful for the support. So sad to have seen his decline in these weeks. His friendship will be cherished. Praying for all the family through this tough time.
So sorry for your loss. Rip.Foxy.
So sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. Sending our thoughts to all the family at this sad time
Sorry for your loss. Sending our sincere condolences at this most difficult time.
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Mike. We worked with him over many years in real estate and always enjoyed his company both in the office and in the field. May he rest in peace.
My wife and I would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all Mike's family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Bryan,Brandon, and families . So Sorry for the loss. Sending our condolences and our thoughts and prayers to you all at this difficult time. Foxy was a very well known friend to us . Watty has shared a lot of great memories with Foxy but never a dull moment. RIP my dearest friend. Love Watty, Sherry, and Abby 🦝 xoxo .
Bryan, Christine, Sophie, Spencer and family, please accept our sincerest condolences. Ryan, Lisa, Isabel and Mackenna Mason
My deepest condolences To the Harold families foxy was a great guy lots of good memories. So sorry for your loss RIP Foxy.
I'm ao sorry for your loss Christine and Bryan. Stay strong and hang on to the good memories.
Our sincere condolences Bryan, Christine and family in . Please know you are all in our thoughts, hearts and prayers during this sad and difficult time. We have so many fond memories of your dad, father-in-law, and grandfather. Rob and Cyndy Harper
Bryan and Brandon..we are very sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Our deepest condolences to you and your families. May he Rest In Peace
Bryan and Brandon my deepest condolences. Uncle Mike was definitely one of a kind.
You all have our condolences & are in our prayers. May you RIP Michael
Bryan, Brandon and families Please know you are in our hearts and prayers at this very sad time. Foxy is at peace now and has left us with many memories and stories for years to come. Rocky raccoon for forever! 🤗
Sorry to here of Foxy's passing. Our condolences to his family.
Sending my condolences to the family at this difficult time.
Very sorry for everyone’s loss with the passing of Mike. He was a great guy. He is at peace now and having a reunion with Fran and Jack.
Bryan, Christine, Sophie & Spencer; sorry for your loss and thoughts are with you. Ron & Lynne
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
So sorry for your loss Bryan. Myself and foxy had a few adventures as ex-husband-inlaws. Private joke. He was lots of fun. My condolences to you and your family. Billy.
Bryan, Christine and family. Thinking of you all and hoping you have fond memories to help you navigate this difficult journey. I know our Dads shared a lot of history both through sports and real estate.
Sincere condolences Bryan, Brandon and families. So many memories, so many laughs together and stories that could go on for hours. Foxy was a good friend of our family and he will be missed. Bruce, Katrina, Clayton and Mike
I think it was 1974 when Foxy, Miles and myself headed out to Alberta, Foxy lost his wallet but it got to Alberta before us, lol. After taking the biggest circle ever I’m back in the place where our adventure started and my best memory, gonna miss ya Fox but will never forget you.
Bryan, Christine, Sophie and Spencer....so sorry for your loss
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Eric & I send our deepest condolences to you all. Keeping you all in our thoughts & prayers. A donation has been made to Ed's House. Carol & Eric Buttar
He just could not let Skeeter (Bernie) beat him at something. A good guy. Worked with him for a long time. My sincere condolences to the family. Rest in Peace old friend.
As always my thoughts are with the Harold family
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
I am so sorry for your loss. Your right when I think of “Foxy” the Beatles come to mind playing guitar at the annual corn roast on the #45.
I am very saddened by the news. Mike was a very fun loving person and great to be around. I hadn't been in contact with Foxy for a while which I very much regret. I sometimes think of him when I play the Beatles song, Rocky Racoon. My sincere condolences go out to all Mikes family and Friends. Steve Macdonell
I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad & brother. He was a big part of Cobourg for sure. Tennis & the Beatles!! Rest in Peace Foxy!!
I am so sorry for your loss. Your right when I think of “Foxy” the Beatles come to mind playing guitar at the annual corn roast on the #45.