Arthur Clayton Rhiness

March 1, 1935 – Nov 10, 2020

It is with tear stained eyes the family of Arthur Rhiness announces the passing of a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and brother. Born in Huntsville on March 1, 1935 to Art and Daisy Rhiness. Arthur leaves his loving wife of 52 years Betty, granddaughters Kayla & Natalie, great grandson Anthony, brothers Rocky of Lombardy, ON and Patrick of Haileybury, ON as well as numerous nephews and nieces. Arthur was predeceased by his only daughter Lisa in 2011 and brothers Norton, Jesse, Leonard, and sister Daisy. He was tethered to the land he loved and to the virtue of caring for others. Arthur lived his entire life on the family farm, in Chaffey Township, a fourth-generation co-custodian of the property. Arthur’s greatest qualities shone brightly when surrounded by family or when there was an opportunity to assist a family member, friend or neighbour with tasks including carpentry, mechanical or electrical problems for which he had a natural ability to understand and the patience to persevere until the problem was solved.
Arthur, your presence will be greatly missed.

The family would like to extend their thanks to the palliative care team at ParaMed for the amazing care given to Arthur to ensure he was in no pain. We would like to thank them for their helpfulness and kindness during this difficult time.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to a charity of your choice.

A celebration of life will be held in the spring. Please check this website for updates.