Dr. Ah-King “Danny” Li Wan Po
May 12, 1942 ~ January 14, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Dr. Ah-King (Danny) Li Wan Po at his home, surrounded by family, on January 14, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer.
Danny was born on the island of Mauritius on May 12, 1942. After graduating from Galway University, he spent nine years practicing medicine in Hong Kong, the United Kingdom, and Saskatchewan before settling in his forever home of Petrolia, Ontario. There, he served the community as a devoted family physician from 1970 until his retirement.
Danny loved Petrolia and his patients, enjoying his practice immensely. He often remarked that his greatest joy was delivering babies, and he took immense pride in having delivered multiple generations of “Hard Oilers.” Throughout his career, he was expertly supported by his dedicated staff: Sharon McGregor, Norma McIntyre, Jan Orvis, and Shelley Loerts. Many of his patients became close friends, several of whom provided great support and comfort during his illness.
Danny is survived by his five children: David (Ginette), Marc, Nicole (Darcy), Dalton, and Brandon (Sarah); and his two beloved grandchildren, Jack and Reese. He is also remembered by Jeanne (mother of his three eldest children) and Christine (mother of his two youngest children).
The son of the late Emmanuel and Ng Sun Lan, Danny was also predeceased by eight half-siblings. He is survived by his siblings Paul, Jacques, Alain, George, and Jacqueline, as well as his half-siblings James and Suzy, along with their respective spouses and many cherished nieces and nephews.
The family expresses their deep gratitude to his colleagues for their exceptional care and treatment: Dr. John Butler, Dr. Clifford, Dr. Kim, Dr. Lebert, Dr. Lam, and Dr. Mather, as well as his dedicated nursing and PSW team: Wendy, Sheila, and Christina.
Heartfelt thanks go to his family and inner circle of friends who were a steadfast source of support over the last three years: Christine Liwanpo and Bruce Thompson; Esther Waybrant; Francis and Lorie Haight and family; Ross and Debbie Pettigrew and family; Sue Mather and Mark Minielly; Florence Moore and Marcel Beaubien; Sharon and the late Stu McGregor; David and Carol Morgan; Gisele and the late Rick Bidner; Wendy Bidner; Bruce and the late Ginny Gray; and Randy Drydak.
In lieu of flowers, it was Danny’s final wish that those who would like to honor his memory practice a random act of kindness for a neighbor or a gesture of support for those less fortunate.
Cremation has taken place. A private gathering to celebrate Danny’s life and legacy will be held at a future date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Steadman Brothers Funeral Chapels, Brigden, Ontario.
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I went to Doctor Li when he came to Petrolia up until he retired. He was a kind hearted and the best doctor
I ever had.
To the family of Dr. Li .. he was a kind gentleman, always an attentive listener to everyone’s health issues. I thank him for taking such good care of my mom, my children, and myself. He always made time to deal with whatever ailments we were dealing with and would do so with a smile. I will be forever thankful to him … he was so dedicated to his profession – there is and was no one better. My sincere condolences for the loss of this great man.
Your dad always made me smile! Always make time for everyone in that practice. To Nicole and Family I send my deepest and sincerest condolences.
XO
I will never forget Dr. Li. I was his first patient. Mom called Eleanor at the office to get me an appointment because of stomach pains, and she said she had a new doctor sitting in the office that nobody wanted to see, and all the other doctors were out or at the hospital. Mom just said “we’ll take him” and he was at our house on Eureka St. in less then 10 minutes. When he told me he just moved to Eureka St. I would see him every morning on the way to Queen E. At 23, I moved to Sarnia, he was still my doctor, then I moved to Thunder Bay (good thing I worked for an airline and could fly free!) still my doctor…then I got married and moved to Toronto, and HAD to get a new doctor. I would still have conversations with him over the years. He was such a fantastic, sweet and wonderful person. I will never forget you Dr. Li! You saved my life!
Deepest condolences to Dr Li’s family and all who worked with him. He had a very big heart. Rest in peace Dr Li.
Sincerely Judy and Rob Moore
Danny was my friend and colleague. Liz and I Will miss our many conversations and visits.
Danny was a good friend of our families. Our thoughts are with you all and your extended families.
I can add nothing to the love and appreciation shown to this man.
John Heron (Jack)
To Dr. Li’s family,
Your Dad helped us so many times over the years. We are forever grateful for his expertise and wisdom.
We loved Dr. Li.
The Douglas’. Jim and Karen and family
Deeply saddened by the news of Danny’s demise. Please accept our sincere condolences, we will remember him in our prayers.
our most sincere condolences to all the bereaved families.
So sorry for your loss. Dr Li was a wonderful doctor and such a kind caring man. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad time.
Gary and Linda Bell
To the Entire Li Family, our sincere condolences to all of you on this huge loss of Danny. It is so nice to know he is finally at peace after such a long struggle. He was a true staple in this community and will be sadly missed by so many who had the privilege to know him. We had so many great laughs together over the years. R.I.P. Danny
Our sincere condolences to the Li Wan Po family. Danny was a dedicated physician, much beloved by his patients. He fought a courageous battle. He was an exceptional person, a maverick who lived life to the fullest. May he rest in peace
Our condolences for a special man , Garth and Jayne Smith
I am proud to have worked with Dr. Li over the years at CEEH. I learned so much from him. He was an exceptional Dr. Rest in Peace. Sending my condolences to his family.
So sad hearing this thoughts and prayers to all. CEE get togethers will never be the same with
No Danny at the bar buying drinks.
So sorry to hear of the loss of a former colleague and valued physician who passionately served the community for so many years.
Wonderful physician! My grandfather was the first in our family to be a patient. Dr Li took over his care in the early 70’s and was his physician through his journey with ALS. My Nan, both parents and my brother were patients over the years. Dr Li was a compassionate man. He will be missed. Condolences to family and friends.
We were sorry to hear of Dr Li’s cancer battle and passing. On behalf of Dick Hunter’s family, we extend our deepest sympathies to those who knew and loved him. He was a highly regarded physician and community member.
To Danny’s extended family ;
So sad to hear of this news . My family have been friends of Danny for many years. On a personal note he was making me his own version of Rogaine before big pharma figured it out and his recipe worked better! 2 1/2 years ago I texted him that I was having headaches & He said “ meet me at Emerg in an hour!” Thats the definition of a wonderful caring person . If Danny greeted me with his usual 2 word expletive I knew I was still on his good side .
Rest in Peace Dr A K Li Wan Po,
It will be hard Not to miss you
Sincerely
Bob Angove ( on Behalf of my Family)
We were very lucky to have Dr. Li as our physician for our entire family. He was so kind and cared about his patients. He worked with my Mom, Rosa in obstetrics to deliver many babies and loved them all. it was easy to see. Petrolia was very lucky to have him practice here.
Jeannie & Ken Laprise
Rosa & Gary Salisbury
What an attentive calm, funny physician. He went beyond the call of duty so many times for all of us. We are alive and healthy because of him! May he rest in peace
We would like to convey our deepest sympathy to his family – and also a heartfelt thank you for sharing this special man with us
His kindness, compassion, generosity and skill were a part of the many things that made him special
I remember Danny enjoyed the finer things in life but also the simpler ones as well
Your friendship, humor and social get togethers will be missed but not forgotten
Sleep well my friend
Judy
Sincere condolences to Dr Li’s family. i was his patient for many years. He was a wonderful, kind and understanding caregiver.
My Sincerest Condolences to the dearest family and friends of Dr. Danny Li. Knowing many families from the Petrolia and surrounding area, Dr. Danny Li was always regarded as an exceptional family physician and a wonderful friend to his entire community. A man with a kind heart and a genuine smile.
Dear Li family, I am so sorry for your loss. Danny was such a heartfelt and fun person who practiced medicine in such a caring and patient centred way. I remember him making house calls when caring for my mom and going above and beyond when my sister was diagnosed. We will miss him – definitely a heartfelt and eccentric guy who lived life authentically and to the fullest.
We grew up knowing Dr. Li and his family, both as a doctor and our friends’ dad. Petrolia was lucky to have him. He’ll be missed greatly by us and everyone who knew him.
Danny it was a true blessing having you join our family. You were always there when we needed you most. For that I can’t thank you enough. Our thoughts and prayers are with Chris and the family..Heaven has gained another Angel..
Sending our sincere condolences to the Li family and friends. He was a respected pillar in our community and will leave fond memories in the hearts of many.
Rest in peace Danny
John and Shelley Freer
Our deepest condolences to Dr.Li’s family,Keith and Marjorie Drope
Over the years, we had the privilege of getting to know Dr. Li and his family. We always cherished his visits and phone calls and will miss him dearly. We extend our deepest sympathy, love and condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time.
Our deepest condolences to Dr. Li’s family and friends .
He was my doctor since a very young age until his retirement and my entire family was cared for as well by this amazing , caring doctor .
He went above and beyond helping my Dad through some very tough years of illness and we will be forever grateful for his compassion and guidance.
He will be sadly missed in our community!
sorry for your loss he was such a wonderful doctor he was mine I really miss him
My condolences to the Li Wan Po family. Petrolia has lost a very caring citizen.
To Family and friends, it was a pleasure to know Danny over the years as a great Doctor and good friend and conversationalist. Always great visits with Doctor Li. His doctoring, kindness and wisdom will be missed. Wishing peace and cherished memories to family and friends. RIP Doctor Li.
It is definitely a sad day. Dr. Li was a caring and compassionate man. Not only an exceptional Physician/Surgeon but also exceptional human being. The world has been made a better place for having him in it. Deepest sympathy for his family.
Sending our sincere condolences to the Li family. May it be a comfort to know how respected Danny was in the community and how much he was appreciated. “The measure of a man is in the lives he’s touched”—and there is no doubt that as a doctor and a person, he left an impression in the lives and hearts of so many. His dedication to his patients, friends and family will always be remembered. He will be greatly missed.
Our deepest condolences to Danny family I’ll always remember are times together when he would come to the farm and I would work on his SUV he would always bring lunch and Rick Bidner he was such a kind guy RIp Dan
sending my deepest condolences to the family , Dr Li was amazing doctor and a friend, he is going to be missed
Sending our deepest condolences to Danny’s family.
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
He was a great doctor!
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Dr Li. He was an excellent physician, and had a great sense of humour. He will be missed by so many. Rest in peace Danny.
Our hearts go out for Dr Li (Danny). What a wonderful man he was. I had many doctors in my time,and in the military. He was one of the best . I cherised seeing him on appointments. Rest now Danny.
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. Li. He was always a friendly and kind person. He will be missed by many. Condolences to all his family.
Our heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Dr Li. His final wishes sum up the thoughtful person he was.
As our family physician he was very caring and compassionate. He took the time to listen.
Our memories of him will be treasured.
Rick and Gayle Tremblay and family
So Sorry for your loss! We will always be so grateful for saving our daughters life He was a friend to our parents when they became ill, Rest in peace you will be missed Hugs to all
Rest in Peace and our sincere condolences to family, friends, co workers.
Rest in Peace Dr. Li Wan Po. Your warm smile and knowing glance will be missed
I am so sad to hear this news, Dr. Li was one of the best doctors I ever had. He saved my life and fought to ensure I received the care I needed. I am forever grateful! My sincere condolences to all who loved him. He will be missed ❤️
Our deepest condolences to Danny’s family and friends
Rick and Barb Harper
I remember a few get togethers at Ross and Debbie Pettigrew’s when Danny would pass around chopped up hot chili peppers to accompany the meal. A very caring doctor. He will be missed by his family and friends.
A life well lived.
So sorry for your loss He was a great doctor started going to him in Oil Springs
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Danny, may this step on your journey bring you peace. We love you and will miss you and will cherish the great memories we made together.
He was a great man and Dr was my family Dr for 58 yr was my father’s Dr and my children as well he will be missed
Danny was a life long friend of our entire family from 1970 on. There are truly no words to express my deep condolences to Danny’s children.
No better laugh than your fathers and the twinkle in his eye.
We will miss his friendship and remember him with love forever. You are in our thoughts.
What a great human being!! I enjoyed every moment I was fortunate enough to spend time with him.
Thanks for the many memories Danny, may you continue upstairs while you wait for us.
Our sincerest condolences to Dalton and your entire family. You are in our thoughts. May he rest in peace.
Aiden & Erin
Our deepest sympathies to the Li family. Dr Li was a kind and special person who gave our family excellent care. When our twins were born in the 70’s he came to our house, once or twice a week, to check on them for the first six months of their lives. Rest in peace.
Dr. Li had been our family doctor since we moved back to Oil Springs is 1974. He was a wonderful doctor to our family and we have missed him greatly since he retired. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his Family and Friends with Dr. Li’s passing. With all the great memories we all have of Dr. Li he will live on forever in our hearts. R.I.P. Dr. Li, you will be remembered forever.
Dr. Li was my Doctor from the time he came to Petrolia. I was a child and he was our family Doctor. He was in the operating room when our son was born and was our Doctor until he retired. Rest in peace Dr. Li you were very caring and you were the best Doctor. My condolences to Chris and his children and their families. Colleen and Jim McLean
Dr. Li was my physician for many years, my heart is heavy. He was such a caring man, even visited my mom at her home when my dad passed away. My condolences to the family 💔
Thinking of Dr Li family at this sad time. Dr Li was our family doctor for years and a great man. He will be dearly missed, Bill and Denise Cook
Rest in peace Dr. Li Wan Po
Dr. Li was my doctor since he started in Petrolia until he retired. Deepest condolences too his family.
David and family so sorry for your loss. My condolences to all of you. From Danny Thomson the old papper boy.
Our deepest condolences to the Li Wan Po family Danny went above and beyond in providing care for our entire family, he will be missed by many. We will be sure to raise a glass in Danny’s memory
Doug Wendy & family
Our deepest sympathies to Danny’s Family and Friends on his passing. Our thoughts and prayers are
with you.
Aw i am saddened to hear about my Dr Danny he was the sweetest guy i knew . He is now at peace and no more suffering . Thinking of all his Family at this difficult time . Danny will be missed by so many . Hugs to everyone ! Love Always Maureen Bailey and Family xoxo