A well-known member of the community, Brian Bumstead has died.
Bumstead was a member of Chatsworth town council during the amalgamation years.
His obituary from Fawcett Funeral Home says he had a passion for agriculture. He and his wife of 46 years Pearl Bumstead were co-chairs of the International Plowing Match in 2004 in Meaford. Bumstead was also a Director at Participation Lodge and was also a founding member of the Holland Centre/ Williamsford Lions Club.
Meaford Councillor Ross Kentner says in a social media post, “Residents of the Municipality of Meaford will never forget the incredible job they did as co-chairs of the 2004 International Plowing March in Meaford.” Kentner says Brian and Pearl raised Simmental Cattle and Bumstead held many positions with the Grey Bruce Simmental Club.
Bumstead retired from his career with Bell Canada in 1997 and later worked at Ice river Springs. He and Pearl had recently moved from their long-time home on a farm in Holland-Centre to Owen Sound to enjoy retirement.
Brian Bumstead passed away suddenly on December 30th in his 72nd year.
Memorial donations to the Owen Sound Hospital Foundation, Chapman House Hospice, Centre Grey Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.