Condolences

Our hearts are full of sadness right now.
There are no words I can say to mend your broken hearts, just know we are always here for you all.
Love from Henry & Tina, Amanda & Abigail, Sarah, Dale, Aylah and Rykin, and Travis & Nikki.

-Henry and Tina Pyykko

Chick, Dick, Dave and Holly: Words cannot express the sadness I felt getting the call about Steve this morning.
Another loss way too soon; my heart is broken for you all.
Please take strength from the many friends and family that will be with you in the days and weeks to come!

-Susan Mckellar

I personally did not know Mr. Mair; however my son had him as a carpenter teacher.
Mr. Mair taught him so much and to this day he often talks about what a great teacher he was, and has turned into an awesome carpenter thanks to Mr. Mair.
Our condolences to Mr. Mair’s friends and family.
He was a super teacher and person!

-Darlene Bloomfield

Our hearts are full of sadness right now. There are no words I can say to mend your broken hearts, just know we are always here for you all.
Love from Henry & Tina, Amanda & Abigail, Sarah & Dale Aylah, Rykin and Travis & Nikki.

-Henry and Tina Pyykko

Brenda & family: We are so sorry to hear of Steve’s passing.
Sending condolences.

-Wes & Sandra Thompson

Sad to hear of the passing of Mr. Mair. Time spent in his wood shop classes are some of my fondest memories at PSHS and enjoyed seeing him at Home Hardware after I graduated.
I still have some of the projects he helped me build back then in my home today.
Condolences to the entire Mair family.

-Eric Carruthers

Brenda & family: I am so sorry for your sudden loss. I am sure you are all just reeling at this shocking event.
My deepest sympathies.
Vivian

-Vivian Moore

Brenda, we were so sorry to hear of Steve’s passing.
Deepest condolences to you and your family.
Marion and George Watkinson

-Marion and George Watkinson

I am sorry to hear about Steve.
He was a great guy and we had a lot of laughs as he was a character, that is for sure.
Rest in peace my friend and my condolences to Brenda and family.

-Jim Shaw

Very sorry for your loss, Josh and family.
I will always remember Mr. Mair always opening up the home on Highway 518 whenever we got cold from sliding down the hill behind the home that led to the McGill residence.
I wish all of you are able to have some recollection of the happiest moments that you have spent with loved ones.

-Travis Nason

Brenda and family: I’m so sorry for your loss.
Sending my condolences. Hugs my friend.

-Sherry Quinn

To Josh and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man and will be remembered as a great teacher who made a lasting impact on his students. Some of the projects from high school are still used and enjoyed at home today, a testament to the influence he had on those he taught.
Our deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.

-Scott and Caitlin Hill

Brenda, Josh, and all of the Mairs.
My heart hurts for you. Such a lovely cousin gone too soon.
Many wonderful memories of Steve’s spirit and warmth. He will be missed and remembered with great love.

-Cindy Wilkey

​I am so sorry for your loss. Holding you in my thoughts during this difficult time.
My condolences to the Mair family.

-Kunal Rajgure

We are sad that Steve is no longer with us. Steve was a beautiful person; kind and interested in everyone’s life. Quick to lend a hand, fix an item or build a needed coat rack.
Peter and I volunteered with Steve on Wednesday mornings at Harvest Share. Steve will be sorely missed.
May his family find solace with his memory.
Our condolences.

-Peter and Catherine Clothier

Dear Brenda and Family,
My deepest condolences to all of you, from me and the entire McDougall family.
Steve, better known to me as Mr. Mair, or Mair, made a tremendous impact on me during my high school years. As someone many would have considered an unfocused and undisciplined student, I will always remember how he found a way to connect with me and bring out my best. He not only helped me become more dedicated to his class but also encouraged me to apply myself in other areas of my academics and life.
Whenever I lost focus or stopped paying attention in his class, he would jingle his keys in the air and call out, “McDougall, over here!” It still makes me laugh when I think about it.
Mr. Mair had a unique ability to give students the respect they needed by treating them like adults and friends. Because of that, even students who were struggling or considered difficult wanted to show up, participate in his class and dedicate themselves to the school activities he organized.
He also coached our school hockey team for years during my high school career. He gave so much of himself to others and always wanted to see the very best come out of each of us. He never judged a book by its cover and gave everyone a fair chance. Some even multiple chances!
I will always carry these memories with me. I hope that one day I will be remembered for making the same kind of positive impact on others’ lives that Mr. Mair made on mine.

—Brendan McDougall

-Brendan McDougall

I am so very sorry to read of Steve’s passing.
He was an amazing teacher, loved by all.
My sincerest sympathies.

-Susan Adamson

Dear Brenda and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss of Steve!
Our deepest condolences to all!

-June & Paul

Dear Brenda and family,
We are so sorry to learn of Steve’s passing. Please accept heartfelt condolences from our family to yours. Hugs

-Denys Thompson

Steve will be missed by many former students and coworkers at PSHS.
Condolences to his family.

-Ray + Jan Verschuere

I was saddened by hearing the news of Steves’ passing. As I was an electrician for the school board for a number of years, I spent lots of time in Steves’ classroom doing repairs on the different machines. We had many laughs together. My wife and I also had Steve, and his carpenter partner do a renovation at our house when we lived in Parry Sound before he was a teacher. My condolences to friends and family.

-Gary Kennedy

Dear Brenda… you are a great neighbour and friend. We will miss Steve for sure. Having read all the messages and your lovely obituary, we are reminded of what a great community we live in. Steve was a community booster and supporter for sure! Take care.

-Alan and Lee-Ann

Stevie, you will always be our friend. Growing up with you and spending our teenage years, we will never forget. Camping, drive-inns, playing ball and hanging out with you. I learned on your passing coming from visiting with Terry B, on the Island and was shocked. My friend, too soon, I am saddened.

-Harvey & Gina Schmidt

Chickie, Dickie, Dave/Karen, Holly and the rest of the family:
Please know that our thoughts are with you as you begin processing the loss of dear Steve. Keeping you close to our hearts in the days and months to come. Much love and light….

-Karen Capindale-Smith, Joel and family

Dear Brenda, Josh, Evan and Ella:
I am so very sorry to hear this sad news. My sincere condolences to you all for losing this dear man, father and grampa.

-Nancy & Bob Wallace

So sorry to see this. Steve was always willing to help. He will be missed.

-Sue Whitley

To all of Steve’s family,
Sorry to learn of Steve’s passing. He was a good colleague during our years together at PSHS.

-Patricia and Richard Poole