Dr. Craig Appleyard
Family, friends and the community are mourning the death of Dr. Craig Appleyard, a well-loved physician in Renfrew for many years.
Dr. Appleyard began in general practice and moved into the specialty of musculoskeletal medicine where he helped many people.
According to his obituary, Dr. Appleyard served on the executive of the Canadian Association of Orthopaedic Medicine and was their Canadian representative for the Federation of International Manual Medicine. In 2014, he received the Glenn Sawyer Service Award in recognition of his significant service. In 2015 he was elected a Life Member of the Ontario Medical Association.
Dr. Appleyard also served on the executive of the Renfrew County Chapter of the Ontario Woodlot Association and loved spending time in his managed forest maintaining trails, cutting trees, cross-country skiing and hiking. He had a passion for sailing, canoeing, photography and travelling.
He died peacefully on Feb.1, surrounded by his family, following a lengthy battle with dementia.
Visitation will be held at Zohr Family Funeral Home in Renfrew on Feb. 20 from 12:30 p.m. until the time of service in the funeral home chapel at 2:30 p.m.
In memory of Craig, please consider donations to the Bonnechere Manor Foundation or the Sunshine Coach (Friends of The Disabled).
Tributes, condolences and donations may be made online at www.zohrfuneralhome.com.
(Sherry Haaima)
