Following a brief illness at Freeport Hospital in Kitchener, on December 1st, 2005 in his 83rd year. Oswald will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 54 years, Betty (Graham). Fondly remembered by his daughter Dorothy McMurry (Charles) and his son David Howes. Oswald will be sadly missed by his grandchildren Brad and Katie Howes. Oswald is survived by his brother George and his sisters Marion Maine and Arlene Martin (Kel). Predeceased by his brothers James and Kenneth. Oswald courageously served with the Royal Canadian Army – Service Corp. during World War II. Oswald was a member of the Masonic Lodge – Brotherhood Lodge in Waterloo. Private family service to be conducted on December 3rd, 2005 at the Graham A. Giddy Funeral Home in Fergus. Memorial donations can be directed to the Grand River Hospital, cards available at the funeral home, (519) 843-3100. www.grahamgiddyfh.com.