In Loving Memory of
Rev. Dan James Biggar
1948-2024
Obituary of Rev. Dan James Biggar
After a five year journey with cancer, Dan passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, July 11, 2024, in his 77th year. He is the beloved husband and best friend of Joan (née Gale), his wife of 49 years.Loving father to Matthew (Grace Liu) and Anne (Darren Gregory) and cherished Papa of Gilbert, Hudson and Avangeline. Dear brother of Nancy Rossini, Jerry Biggar (Maria), Janet Stewart (Frank) and James Biggar (Cathy) and brother-in-law of Ross Gale. Dan will be lovingly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father Carl James Biggar, mother Pearl Dorothy Biggar (née Webb) and brother-in-law Robert Rossini.
After completing his undergraduate degree at Brock University, Dan continued his education culminating with a Master of Theological Studies from Tyndale Seminary. In his 35 years as a pastor he served 5 different churches in the Fellowship of Evangelical Baptist Churches of Canada. A lifelong student of the Bible, his greatest joy was teaching.
A special thanks to Dr. Vandermeer and her team at Walker Family Cancer Centre, the great nurses and support workers from Saint Elizabeth Health Care, and the overnight caregivers from the Victorian Order of Nurses. Arrangements have been entrusted with Essentials Cremation and Burial Services. A private burial will be held at Pleasantview Memorial Gardens. At the family’s request, a private memorial service honouring Dan’s life will be held on Monday, July 15, 2024, at Brockview Bible Chapel, 326 Pelham Road, St. Catharines at 3:30pm. If desired, memorial donations can be given to the Walker Family Cancer Centre. Online condolences may be shared on Dan's tribute page found at EssentialsNiagara.com.
2 Corinthians 5:8: Away from the body and at home with the Lord
Service Information
Memorial Service
Date: July 15, 2024Start Time: 3:30 pm
End Time: 4:15 pm
Venue: Brockview Bible Chapel, 326 Pelham Rd, St. Catharines, ON L2S 1Y3
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RIP and thoughts to the family
Nancy, Janet and entire family – So very sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. I did not know of his illness. Our families have drifted apart over the years. So sad. My deepest sympathy
Gloria (Biggar) Mannell Hugs to all.
Our deepest condolences to Anne, Joan, Matthew and the rest of the family on the passing of Dan. We are praying for you all during this difficult time. Although we’ve never met Dan, we know that he was a deeply cherished father, husband, grandfather, friend and pastor.
With love from Anne’s Life Group at Bay Park Baptist Church, Kingston ON
My condolence to Joan and the family. Danny was a amazing client of mine that I loved Going to ever day. Him n his wife became like family I miss him so much. I also miss vising his wife it’s not the same not going there anymore twice a day. He will always be in my heart. Rip Danny
My sincerest condolences to Joan and Family. Rev. Dan is a man of faith and will definitely missed. God bless you and your family! Enjoy the company of Jesus!
Our sincere condolences Joan to you and your family. Praying God’s comfort and strength as you journey through this difficult time.
To Joan and the family, we are sorry to hear about the passing of Pastor Dan. We have so many fond memories of his ministry. May you feel the Lord’s presence at this difficult time.
Joan, Anne & Matthew – our deepest condolences to you and your family. Dan was such a kind man, always there and willing to help at any time, and always with a smile. He will be remembered.
His gentle smile will be missed. May he now ‘rest in peace’.
To Joan and all the family I am sorry to hear of Dan’s homegoing. It was my pleasure to get to know Dan as a fellow student at Tyndale. May you know God’s peace and comfort in these challenging days.
Rev Stanley Walker
My sincere condolences to you Joan and all the family following Dan’s passing. I had the privilege of studying with Dan at Ontario Bible College many years ago.
Dan truly loved the Lord. He has gone home to be with His Saviour, and some day, in God’s timing, we’ll see him again
Many Blessings, Rev. Eric and Sheena Strachan
Dan was a truly a good person. His kindness & caring will live on even after his passing. Heartfelt condolences to his wonderful family
Truly loved & sincerely missed by entire Clendening Family.
John & Sandy(Clendening) Szeman
Dearest Joan and Family- my deepest condolences to you all at this sad time. Lots of good memories of you both here at Faith Baptist. May you feel God’s comfort and peace in the difficult days ahead
Joan
Our condolences to the entire family. Our thoughts are with you.
Joan, Anne and Matthew, These are challenging days for you as you grieve, but may you rest confident in the truths that your husband/Dad taught. He is with his Lord and Saviour, without pain and able express praises like never before.
Continuing to pray for each of you.
Dear Jerry, Our thoughts and prayer are with you and your family on the the loss of your brother .
We are saddened to hear of Pastor Dan’s passing. He was a special part of our wedding. Steve still talks about and expresses his appreciation for the friendship and counsel Dan provided towards him. He will be missed.
Deat Joan, you may not remember me, but Dan was my pastor and mentor at South Zorra. May God comfort you at this time. He is indeed absent from the body and present with the Lord. Love Bob Parker
My deepest sympathies to Joan and all the extended family. May God comfort you during this season.
On behalf of the Fellowship family I want to extend our condolences to Joan and her family on the recent home going of Dan. The Lord only knows the significant impact Dan’s life & ministry made on so many of God’s children. We are very grateful for his faithful witness & service to the Fellowship Baptist Churches he and Joan served through more than 30 years of fruitful ministry. Blessings, Steven Jones, National President, FEBCC
Dear Anne and Family
I am so sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. Visiting your house in our teen years I have fond memories of listening to your whole family having various discussionson lots of topics. I always remember him as a wise person. Praying for you all as you grieve love Becky
Dear Joan and Family,
We are sad to hear of Dan’s passing. We know he suffered and that is over. He is in Heaven and will watch over all of you. He is only a prayer away. Our sincere sympathy and prayers are with you. May your good memories of Dan help you through your grief.
Love,
Frank & Linda
Joan, Anne and family. My condolences on your loss. Thank God who do not mourn without hope! Some day we shall meet again!
Dear Joan and family, you have my most sincere condolences. Such a godly man will be missed by many but especially by those who knew and loved him best.
Love in Christ,
Kim Kilgour