Peacefully at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital, Goderich on Wednesday, August 31, 2022 of Clinton, in his 95th year. Cherished father of Jim and Betty Dickey, and Dianne Dickey. Grandfather of Cassandra and his great-grandchildren. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Janice Adkins, Donald and Diane Adkins. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, and his special friend Wendy. Sadly missed by Dave Mustard and his wife Cathy. Predeceased by his parents Henry and Violet (Fuss) Adkins, and siblings Howard and Joyce, Wilmer and Grace, Stewart, Shirley and Ernie Powell.
Jack will be remembered for his love of travelling and his ability to tell stories about his life adventures to anyone that would listen. He and his brother Howard were proud to have started the co-op in Hensall. Back in the day, he enjoyed delivering the milk around the countryside.
Jack’s memorial service will be held at the Zion Lutheran Church, 148 Frederick Street, DASHWOOD on Tuesday, September 6th at 11 AM with Pastor John Trembulak officiating. Cremation with interment St. Peter’s Lutheran Cemetery, Zurich.
Donations to the Alzheimer Society Huron Perth would be appreciated by the family.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Ed Reichert
So Sorry to hear about jacks passing. My dad was his cousin. Alvin Reichert. We got to meet Wilmer and Grace but never got a chance to meet the rest of his family. I am Edmond Reichert, Alvin’s son.
Elaine Bell Ford
Wilmer and Grace. With great sympathy to you with this loss in your family. Wishing you both well.
Joyce Ridder
What a wonderful person, I loved my visits with Jack. So knowledgeable and friendly. Will miss him stopping in.
Joyce Ridder
Tanya Braine
Our sincere and deepest condolences to Jack’s family. He was a wonderful man who will be remembered with love and fond memories. We knew Jack through his partner Kay, our Aunt, and enjoyed every visit with him. His smile will be missed.
Gloria Carter
Dave and I would like to extend our sincere condolences to Jack’s family and those who were like family to him. In the 14 years I knew and worked for him I found Jack to be a very kind, generous, thoughtful man. He will be very much missed.
Gloria
Robert Cuillerier
I am very sorry to hear about Jack’s Passing. I got to know Jack doing the flea market in Bayfield. He was a good and hard working fellow! The community has lost a man of great upstanding character.
Rest in Peace Jack.
Bob (Sr.) and Robert Jr.
Karin Thurlow
I am so saddened to hear of the passing of my good friend, Jack. I will forever cherish the memories of our weekend escapades. Say hello to John for me. You will be missed.
Karin Thurlow
I am so saddened to hear of my good friend Jack’s passing. I will always cherish the memories of our times together on our weekend escapades. Say hello to John for me. You will be deeply missed.
John&Ruth Erb
To our Condolence to Jack’s family.We alway called him Uncle Jack.He alway made use laugh and there was a lot to laugh about
He lived a good life.John Ruth Erb
Gwyn Hastings
My condolences Jim & Diane! Jack will be missed.
Kim Munroe
I was so saddened to hear of the passing of Jack. He was such a kind and generous man. His joyful smile and laugh will surely be missed by many. My sincere condolences to Wendy and his family. Cherish the memories.
Cam Addison
Sympathies to all Jack’s family and friends. Jack always had a friendly smile and a positive attitude. He and Wendy enjoyed eating out often before the covid stuff. I can remember Jack from well over 70 years.
That’s a lot of memories to cherish.
Linda & Jerry Traquair
Condolencesto the family and friends of Jack. I did not know that he & Howard started the Hensall Co-op …that is a remarkable legacy in itself, considering that it is a Global Entity. Wow. RIP.
Regi whyte
Cathy and Dave
May your memories keep your hearts happy!
Regi and Bill Whyte
marsha taylor
We were sorry to hear of Jack’s passing, I think he had a very full life I hope those memories he made help his family at this time.