Pictured above in front of the new park sign, back row (Left to right)
Gary Cullum (Past President, Martingrove Baseball), Irene Cullum,
Brian Cormier, (VP, Etobicoke Baseball), Graeme McConnie (Lloyd's son),
Gloria Lindsay-Luby (Etobicoke Councillor), Bowen McConnie (Lloyd's son),
Ron Handziuk (President, Martingrove Baseball)
and Tony DiRollo (President, Etobicoke Baseball)
Members of the Cardinal Mosquito Baseball Team, join them in the front row.
The picture above, shows the Lloyd McConnie Plaque that was placed at the park
The picture above, shows the Lloyd McConnie renamed Park Sign
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Etobicoke Guardian Article
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LLOYD McCONNIE (1928 – 2007)
Lloyd McConnie passed away peacefully at the William Osler Health Centre on December 28, 2007 at 8:00 p.m.
He is survived by his sons Bowen, Graeme and his daughter Suzanne, whom he loved dearly.
A funeral service was held for Lloyd on January 3, 2008 at the Richview Baptist Church which was attended by his family and friends, including past and present Executive members of Martingrove and other Etobicoke leagues and baseball players that Lloyd has influenced over the years. A lot of memories for all.
Lloyd will be sadly missed by his family, friends and Martingrove Baseball.
A trust fund has been set up in Lloyd’s memory for his two sons.
The Trust Fund is at the TD/Canada Trust Branch at 418 The Westway, Etobicoke, M9R 1H6 – 416-244-6151 Ext. 230 (Emily Porto. The account number is 0748 – 5208921
Martingrove Baseball would like to acknowledge the passing of long–time volunteer Lloyd Mc Connie. For 30 years Lloyd has dedicated his time and passion for baseball, to the youth of Etobicoke, serving as Coach, Executive member, & Mentor. Lloyd was part of the committee lobbying the city for a diamond at Centennial and in the design of both Carmen Bush and Centennial Field.
Lloyd was not a man seeking praise or accolades, instead preferring to remain in the background. His contribution to us cannot be measured in dollars but in the smiles of our children. This “Selfless” spirit was evident in all he did. Martingrove Baseball would like to dedicate this 50th season, in Lloyd’s memory, to the “Volunteer”; we would not be here without you.
Remember Lloyd by volunteering whatever time you can, and help keep his spirit strong.
“PLAY BALL”
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