Passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family and his four-legged best friend, Luke on Friday, March 29, 2024 of London at the age of 76. Loving husband and best friend of Emily (Dykeman) Brown for over 41 years. Cherished father of Wes Jr., and Shannon and amazing step-father of Alyson, Aaron, and Shawna. Proud Papa of Max, Kyle, Jackson, Tyson, Jessica, Trenton, Paige, Brooke, Harley, Ben, Sadie, and AJ and 4 great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Anne Shepherd. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and the Dykeman family. Predeceased by his parents, Bill and Dorothy Brown, son Terry, brother Tom, and sister Debbie.
Wes was an avid fisherman and loved going up north to cast a line either alone, with his many friends or the Dykeman family. Music was a huge part of his life, being a part of the London music community for many years. He could always be found tinkering with a hot rod, bike or anything with a motor. He was a talented man. Wes always responded when others would call and ask for his help, or required a ride, regardless of the hour.
A celebration of Wes’ life will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 456 Main Street South, EXETER on Friday April 5th from 5 – 8 PM.
Donations to SALT (Saving Animal Lives Together) Rescue London, or a charity of your choice.
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Sandra & Larry Hern
Dear Emily and family,
We were so sorry to read of the loss of your dear husband Wes. We extend our condolences at this very sad time.
Brenda Lenders
Dear Emily,
We are very sorry to read of the loss of your husband and wish to extend our sympathy to you and your family. May the love that you shared, treasured memories, family, friends and God, give you strength, comfort and peace, but also smiles and laughter, as you move forward at this most difficult time.
In sympathy,
Gerald and Brenda Lenders
Carole Damen
Emily and family
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you
Karen & Randy Stanlake
Anne and family, so sorry for the loss of your brother, especially after so recently losing your mom. Please accept our sincerest condolences. Keep all the great memories tucked in a special place in your hearts.
Ted and Frances Bestard
Emily and family
Thinking of you at this difficult time. Wishing you God’s peace and comfort.
Suzanne
My heart goes out to you Emily. Wes was a good-hearted kind man. He will be missed.
Sending my love
Marj. Barton
Emily and Family,
Sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Marian Smibert, Marj. Barton & Earl Siegrist
Suzanne Barron
Emily, my sincere condolences to you and your family.
Take care.
Suzanne (Erica/Alison’s Mom).
Yvonne Elliott
To Emily and your Family
Our condolences at the loss of your husband and best friend.
Sincerely
John & Yvonne (Jaques) Elliott
Judy Bond
Emily, I am so sorry to hear of Wes’s passing. My deepest condolences are with you and your family.
Judy Bond
Laurie Walker
Emily & Family:
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Wes as a pitcher at the Insurance Baseball league, such a fun guy and you could see that everyone loved him! My deepest condolences to you and the family.
Doug Haskett
Emily and family. My condolences to everyone. Wes was a longtime customer of mine at Sherwin Williams Automotive. He will be greatly missed by all.
Kathy, Kasie and Kyle DaSilva
Emily and Family
We are sorry to hear about the passing of Wes. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike and Darlene Hankin
Emily and family, we are so terribly sorry for the loss of such a good man and hope that all those wonderful memories will help you through this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you.
Dave and Deb Thomas
With heavy hearts we’re saddened with the news of our longtime friend passing. Emily you are in our thoughts and prayers in this difficult time. We know you will find comfort in the memories Wes has left behind.
Wes was not only talented in many fields, he had an innate sense of humour that would expose itself no matter the occasion. Dinner parties, golfing, fishing or any other occasion . At one point or another he would have everyone in stitches, Wes loved to have fun it was infectious. Wes we will forever miss you but will cherish your memories forever. RIP my friend!
Jim Burr
Emily and family. Cheryl and I have great memories of all group activities we did together. Our prayers are with you at this sad time.
Love Cheryl and Jim.
Marjorie,Brad & Family
Dear Aunt Emily,Wes Jr & Family.
Please accept our condolences.
Matachewan has gained another star to its heavenly skies.
Margi and Trevor Johnston
Emily and Family. So sorry to hear of Wes’s passing. Always remember Wes’s great sense of humour and his willingness to help others. Thinking of you, deepest sympathies.
Michelle Lariviere
Emily and Family
My deepest condolences to you all. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Michelle Lariviere-Ranger
Gianna Ius
Dear Emily and family
Our sincere condolences on your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May all your wonderful memories bring you comfort and peace.
Gianna and Vince
Sue Turner
Dear Emily,
I am so sorry to hear about your husband. My sincere condolences to you and your family. My thoughts are with you and your family during this very sad and difficult time.
Pauline Davidson
Emily, thinking of you at this time, I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending love and hugs to you.
Julie Grimminck
Dear Anne & Family,
Sending our condolences to you. May you find comfort in the many stories told in the coming days.
Samuel Castillo
My Sincere Condolences. May he rest in Peace.
Thinking of you and your family <3
Ron dykeman
Uncle Wes, I will miss you so bad, you came North every summer and we fished and told tall tales, you made me laugh so many times, you helped me out more times than I can count. You stuck up for me even when you knew I was wrong, you were a good friend and a great man and I will cherish my memories until we meet again brother. Wendy and I are so sorry for your loss Em.
Chris Wittland
I will never forget the way Wes would shake his head in disbelief at us and our “efficient” camping ways. I can see his grin now. He will be missed. My thoughts are with Emily and family.
Rina Griffin
My dear ♥️ Emily I’m so sorry for your loss.
My heart goes out to you and your beautiful family.
God bless all of you 🙏 ❤️.
Love ❤️ Rina…
Joanne-Frank Kippax
Dear Emily & Family & Wes Jr, Shannon & Family,
We send our heartfelt condolences to you all in the loss of Wes Sr. He was very well liked & we have fond memories of him.
May he Rest in Peace.
Love
Judy (Jory) Hayward
Dear Emily, you may or may not remember me; we went to Sunday School together at James Street United church as young girls, so sorry to hear of your loss.
“ Precious Memories “, how they linger; thinking of you, most sincerely, Judy (Jory) Hayward.
Jane Parkinson
Dear Emily, Alyson, Aaron, Max, Jackson and Paige, We send our condolences for your heartfelt loss of Wes. What a wonderful description of Wes and his loving commitment to his family and friends.
Sincerely and warmly, Jane Parkinson and Phil Hassen
Chloe Walker
My heart has been with you all, sending healing thoughts and prayers to your entire family.
Mike & Leanne Restemayer
Anne & family,
Our deepest condolences to you all. We are thinking of you’s at this time.
Kathy Barratt
Emily and Family, So sorry to hear of the passing of Wes. He was a good man and will be missed by all who knew him. My heart felt condolences.
David Quesenberry
Emily, I’m so sorry for your lose my thoughts are with you and your family.
Sue
I consider myself lucky to have known Wes and was often a recipient of late night rides home from the bars from him always with a smile. I’ll miss his kind soul.
Barry and Audrey Francis
Emily and Family:
Our hearts are broken!
Barry always enjoyed working beside Wes on boats and learned so much from him.
We are thankful for having him as our good friend and will miss him terribly.
Rest in peace buddy.
Murray and Barb Parsons
Emily and family
We are so sorry to learn of the passing of Wes. Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time