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DeBOER: Gerald Jacob of RR 3 Granton

March 12, 2021 By Haskett Funeral Homes 81 Condolences

DeBOER: Gerald Jacob of RR 3 Granton

With saddened hearts we announce the sudden passing of Gerald Jacob DeBoer in his 62nd year on Wednesday, March 10, 2021. Much loved husband of Wendy (Lee). Father of Meghan and Samantha Dunbar. He is survived by his siblings Sylvia Meiklejohn, Simon (Carole) DeBoer and Lola (Glenn) Powell. Predeceased by his father Jacob (1979) and mother Tryntje (Tina) (2000) DeBoer, brother-in-law Jim Meiklejohn (2015) and mother-in-law Beatrice Lee (2020). He will be dearly missed by his in-laws – George E. Lee, Ron and Bev Lee, Brenda and Eric Bullock, Rick and Jean Lee, several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. 

 
Gerald will be fondly remembered by his many friends. Great memories of being part of the crew at drag races at Grand Bend Motorplex. He also looked forward to going to Norwalk for the Summit Nationals. The ‘Norwalk Family’ will not be the same. His work family at Ram Lining Inc will truly miss his calming presence. Gerald had to travel a lot for work so he enjoyed being home where he could work on Wendy’s ‘Honey-Do’ list, entertain family and friends with his guitar at a campfire, or provide endless entertainment working as Eric’s pyrotechnician assistant at the annual Canada Day bash.
 
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, LUCAN on Monday, March 15th from 4 – 7 PM. Due to Provincial COVID-19 restrictions, each person must RSVP for the visitation. Please click “Register Now” below to register.

A private family funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 16th at 1:30 PM.  Though the service is private, the family invites you to join with them from the comfort of your home. Stream the service live or at your convenience by visiting www.facebook.com/haskettfh. Cremation with interment St. Marys Cemetery.

If desired, donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation or Jessica’s House would be appreciated.

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  1. Michelle Millette

    April 16, 2021 at 4:42 AM

    My sincere condolences to the family and friends. A friendship made along with his friend Mike who visited East Side Marios in Timmins, where up until March 3rd, made 20 years that i worked there. They always stopped in and made my day! Such a kind and gentle soul. Heaven gained another angel and will be missed. Thank you for many great memories dear friend on behalf all who got know you at East Side Marios in Timmins.

  2. Jacques Cote

    March 24, 2021 at 10:09 PM

    My deepest condolences to the family. I remember Gerald as one of the most calming personne I have known. RIP Gerald

  3. Jack Hladin, Yvon Faucher and everyone at F.R. Liners

    March 24, 2021 at 3:07 PM

    Sorry to hear about your loss. We send our deepest sympathies to you and your family.

  4. Wilma Kirmse

    March 17, 2021 at 7:56 AM

    So sorry to hear this Wendy. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

  5. Alex Schmoll

    March 16, 2021 at 4:15 PM

    Wendy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Our hearts and our thoughts are with you.

  6. Christa and Shane Allen

    March 16, 2021 at 1:39 PM

    Wendy and family so sorry for your loss. Hold all your memories close. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.

  7. Wayne and Kathy

    March 16, 2021 at 1:04 PM

    We send you our deepest sympathy during this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss.
    Wayne Kiernan and Kathy Limon

  8. Mary Jane Buck

    March 16, 2021 at 11:07 AM

    I was sorry to hear of Gerald’s sudden passing. I too remember him very well from high school. He was a smiling , cheerful soul. Sincere condolences to his family.

  9. Michelle, Dennis, Bella Ferguson

    March 15, 2021 at 11:26 PM

    Our deepest condolences Wendy and family. Sending you lots of hugs and prayers. Gerald will be missed by many….

  10. Desiree and George

    March 15, 2021 at 10:44 PM

    Wendy,

    So sad to hear of Gerald’s passing. Our thoughts are with you.

  11. Jean Fordyce

    March 15, 2021 at 9:31 PM

    So sorry for your loss, our hearts go out to you and your family… ❤️❤️Gary and Jean Fordyce

  12. Laura D.

    March 15, 2021 at 8:00 PM

    Wendy,

    Sorry to hear of the sudden passing of your hubby. You’re in our thoughts and prayers.

    Laura and Alain

  13. Harry & Sharon Karcher

    March 15, 2021 at 8:00 PM

    We are so very very sorry for your loss. Prayers for the entire family.

  14. Bob and Lorette Mawson

    March 15, 2021 at 6:54 PM

    Condolences to all at this sad time

  15. Connie Van Bussel

    March 15, 2021 at 6:19 PM

    I fondly remember Gerald from high-school. He was a true gentleman. My deepest condolences to his family.

  16. Hans and Marie Ewald

    March 15, 2021 at 3:42 PM

    We were so sorry to hear about Gerald passing away .We were neighbours on highway 7 for many years .Our deepest sympathy to the entire De Boer family .
    Sincerely Hans and Marie Ewald

  17. Kevin King

    March 15, 2021 at 2:51 PM

    Praying for you and yours in your time of sorrow, May God wrap his loving arms around you all. Didn’t know Gerald long but always looked forward to our next visit.

  18. Steve and Kim Bowman

    March 15, 2021 at 12:57 PM

    Our deepest condolences to you Wendy in the sad time. Our prayers are with you.

  19. Sharon Brown

    March 15, 2021 at 12:24 PM

    Wendy, so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. My condolences to you and your family.

  20. Ruth cook

    March 15, 2021 at 12:10 PM

    Wendy and Family –
    Please accept our sincere condolences –
    Ruth Cook and family

  21. Lawrence and Sharon Craven

    March 15, 2021 at 11:22 AM

    Dear Wendy and families, we are sorry to hear of your husband Gerald’s sudden passing, please accept our sincere condolences.
    You are in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.

    Lawrence, Sharon, Barry, Dennis Craven and families.

  22. Susan & Terry Dobson

    March 15, 2021 at 11:11 AM

    So very sorry for your loss Wendy. Sending hugs to you and your family.

  23. Jim McGrady

    March 15, 2021 at 10:18 AM

    We are sending our prayers through this difficult time hold one to the memories
    Jim & Tammy

  24. Joe & Shelley

    March 15, 2021 at 10:15 AM

    Wendy
    We are so sorry for your loss. Although I had only met Gerald a few times he always had a warm smile. Joe knew Gerald for the last 20 years from Exeter Tire & Auto. Always nice to see his smiling face when he came in the shop. He will be missed! Our thoughts, prayers and our hearts go out to you during this very difficult time.
    Joe Becker & Shelley Steeper

  25. Francois Beliveau

    March 15, 2021 at 9:23 AM

    Deepest sympathy to you, Wendy, and the Deboer family

  26. Bobby Vanhie and Melissa Van Schaik

    March 15, 2021 at 8:55 AM

    We wish the DeBoer and Lee family our condolences at this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
    Rest In Peace Gerald DeBoer

  27. Tracy Veitch

    March 15, 2021 at 8:27 AM

    Wendy,
    Sending so many hugs your way. So very sorry for this huge loss. Please take care of yourself and lean on others. We are all here to help so if we can do anything for you, just name it.
    Tracy and Jim Veitch

  28. Laura Dobbie

    March 14, 2021 at 8:11 PM

    My sincere condolences to Meaghan, Samantha and Wendy on the sudden passing of Gerald. I use to babysit quite frequently for the girls and Gerald would always stop in for a visit at the farm. I wish you peace and comfort as you grieve your father and husband. May the memories of Gerald help find you peace.

  29. Jacki Jansen

    March 14, 2021 at 7:30 PM

    My deepest sympathy to you Wendy and your family my thoughts are with you I am so sorry for your loss He will be missed rest in peace Gerald

  30. Nancy Schiestel

    March 14, 2021 at 7:27 PM

    Wendy, my deepest sympathies to you and your family.

  31. Elaine Bond

    March 14, 2021 at 6:38 PM

    Wendy, I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.

  32. Sharon Dale

    March 14, 2021 at 5:32 PM

    Dear Wendy and family. Our deepest sympathies. You are in our thought and prayers. Sending hugs.
    Sharon Dale

  33. John, Dianne & Steve Doornbosch

    March 14, 2021 at 2:55 PM

    Wendy & Family, we are so sorry to hear of Gerald’s passing, please accept our sincere condolences . You are in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.

  34. Mary & Tyler O'Shea

    March 14, 2021 at 2:24 PM

    Our sympathy to you Wendy, during this difficult time. May you cherish your memories and have strength during the days ahead
    Mary Tyler Steven Liam

  35. Pat Holland

    March 14, 2021 at 1:49 PM

    Wendy,
    I am so sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Gerald.
    Take solace in family, friends and the memories, they will help you get through this very difficult time.
    My thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Pat Holland

  36. Michele Vandenberghe

    March 14, 2021 at 12:55 PM

    Dear Wendy,
    I am so sorry to hear about the sudden passing of Gerald. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

    Michele

  37. Mark and Karen Kueneman

    March 14, 2021 at 12:09 PM

    Our condolences on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  38. Teresa Arnsby Weaver

    March 14, 2021 at 9:30 AM

    Dear Wendy. Doug and I are very sorry to hear of Geralds passing. Teresa and Doug.

  39. Brian & Margret Bullock

    March 14, 2021 at 8:16 AM

    Very saddened to hear of Gerald’s sudden passing. Condolences to Wendy and family.

  40. Mary Poulin

    March 14, 2021 at 8:05 AM

    Wendy I am so sorry for your loss of Gerald. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

  41. Rob Msrshall

    March 14, 2021 at 6:32 AM

    Wendy I am sorry to hear that Gerald had passed away. I did not know Gerald, but he made you happy . My heart goes out to you. Rob

  42. Wendg Sinclair

    March 13, 2021 at 9:40 PM

    Dear Wendy

    My deepest sympathy to you and you family at this difficult time. May the memories you cherish provide comfort in the coming days.

    You are in my thoughts and prayers.

    Love . . Wendy Sinclair

  43. Rick Heywood

    March 13, 2021 at 9:09 PM

    Wendy and family

    I am so sorry to hear about Gerald’s passing. He will be dearly missed and hold on to the treasured memories and he will always be part of your lives.

    My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

    Rick Heywood

  44. Kevin & Bonnie O’Shea

    March 13, 2021 at 8:03 PM

    Wendy & family
    So sorry for your loss, we will miss seeing Gerald tending his campfires, working at wood, cutting grass – the outdoors was his domain. You are in our thoughts & prayers.

  45. Debbie Moniz

    March 13, 2021 at 7:50 PM

    Wendy,
    I am so very sorry to hear about Gerald we will be keeping you and your family I our thoughts and prayers ❤ hugs xo

    Deb & George Moniz

  46. Joyce Steeper

    March 13, 2021 at 7:18 PM

    You are in my thoughts Wendy. So very sorry to hear the sad news.

  47. Melanie

    March 13, 2021 at 6:57 PM

    So very sorry for your loss Wendy and family. Melanie Wolfe

  48. Peter & Gail Smith

    March 13, 2021 at 6:52 PM

    We were heartbroken to hear of Geralds passing.
    Our thoughts are with you and your family
    💕💕 Peter & Gail Smith

  49. Ken and Charlene Carruthers

    March 13, 2021 at 6:51 PM

    Wendy,
    We are so deeply sorry for your loss of Gerald.
    Treasure your shared, loving memories.
    Thinking of you.
    Ken and Charlene

  50. Doug Roach

    March 13, 2021 at 6:43 PM

    It’s with a heavy heart that I offer you my condolences Wendy. I am almost overcome with emotion as I type this out. Gerald was my boss, my mentor, my comrade. But most of all my friend. I will miss him . May you find peace Gerald as we grieve our loss.

  51. Trudy Campbell

    March 13, 2021 at 6:24 PM

    Wendy, I am so incredibly sorry to hear that Gerald had passed. You are in my prayers. Trudy and Randy

  52. Maria Lavdas

    March 13, 2021 at 6:18 PM

    Dear Wendy,
    I was so sad to hear about the sudden passing of Gerald. My deepest condolences to you and your family.

    Maria

  53. Julie Robinson

    March 13, 2021 at 5:36 PM

    So very sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. Thinking about you and your family.

  54. Trudgen family

    March 13, 2021 at 5:00 PM

    Gerald was a gentleman! Deepest sympathy to Wendy and family!

  55. Donna

    March 13, 2021 at 4:37 PM

    Wendy
    I am so so sorry to hear of Geralds passing.

  56. Cathy Dunbar

    March 13, 2021 at 4:13 PM

    To My Daughters Meghan and Samantha. To Wendy and Both the DeBoers and the Lees

    I send my deepest sympathy for the passing of your father, husband, brother, etc. It’s an absolute shock. I know you will always have fond memories of Gerald. My thoughts and payers are with you at this time. If you need anything at all please don’t hesitate to reach out.

    Rest In Peace Gerald. It was definitely too soon.

    With Love,
    Cathy Dunbar

  57. Larry Gecas

    March 13, 2021 at 4:07 PM

    Our Deepest sympathy Wendy & Family . We are holding all of you in our prayers.

    Heather & Larry Gecas

  58. Amber

    March 13, 2021 at 4:07 PM

    So sorry for your loss. You (and the family) are in my thoughts during this difficult time.

  59. Darlene Aver

    March 13, 2021 at 4:02 PM

    Wendy, I am so very sorry to her of Geralds passing. My thoughts are with you.

  60. Sharron Jansel

    March 13, 2021 at 3:52 PM

    Such a sad time for all of you. Gerald will be missed by all that were fortunate enough to have known him. Our dearest condolences.
    Heinz and Sharron

  61. Theresa Shaw

    March 13, 2021 at 3:44 PM

    Wendy,

    We are so sorry for your loss. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

    Theresa & Chris

  62. Jan Gavin

    March 13, 2021 at 3:07 PM

    Wendy,
    My deepest condolences to you and your family on Geralds passing.

  63. Susan Czypyha

    March 13, 2021 at 2:08 PM

    Wendy, I was so sad to hear of Gerald’s sudden passing. Know that I am thinking of you and sending virtual hugs.
    Xo Susan and Peter

  64. Murray and Edith Yeo

    March 13, 2021 at 1:26 PM

    George and Family
    We are so sorry to read that another link in your family chain has been broken. May your many memories guide you through today and in the future.

  65. JIM & YVONNE MCLACHLAN

    March 13, 2021 at 1:21 PM

    So sorry to hear of your loss remenber the good times around the campfire Gerald will be missed

  66. Ron & Ann Walker

    March 13, 2021 at 1:01 PM

    Wendy and family your are so in our prayers no words can ever help you to understand.

  67. Monique Hammond

    March 13, 2021 at 12:22 PM

    Wendy and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May happy memories get you through this incredibly difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

  68. Jan Lunn

    March 13, 2021 at 11:52 AM

    Dear Wendy. So saddened by the news of your loss. Praying for comfort to you and the family. Your memories will be cherished forever as you take 1 step at a time to heal. Sending huge hugs.

  69. Roy & Mary Jane van Kasteren

    March 13, 2021 at 11:26 AM

    To the Lee and DeBoer Families,
    We are sorry to hear of the sudden loss of Gerald, he will be missed by all of his family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. RIP Gerald!

  70. Wanda Nutting

    March 13, 2021 at 10:20 AM

    Dear Wendy
    We are so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
    Sincerely
    Wanda & Paul

  71. Britt Johnson

    March 13, 2021 at 10:15 AM

    I’m so sorry for your loss Red (and the rest of your family). He was a lovely man, and always so kind. Thinking of you.

  72. Brad and Eveline James

    March 13, 2021 at 10:13 AM

    Sorry to hear about Gerald, our prayers are with you and your girls. Hold on to the memories, and each other. All our love.

  73. Shirley Stewart

    March 13, 2021 at 9:25 AM

    Wendy, Meaghan, Samantha

    Our Deepest Sympathy
    So very sorry to hear of Gerald’s sudden passing. Know that we are thinking of you and remember all of the good times you had with him. Treasure your memories.

    Mike & Shirl

  74. Marty Debruyn

    March 13, 2021 at 9:00 AM

    I am shocked and saddened to hear of Gerald’s passing! I have many fond memories of seeing Gerald at the shop over the last 20 years. We would always share a quick laugh. He was a great customer to deal with a friend as well. He will be missed! My thoughts and prayers go out to his family during this difficult time.

  75. Amanda Feeser

    March 13, 2021 at 8:39 AM

    Wendy,

    I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts.

    Amanda

  76. Marty and Karen Van Praet

    March 13, 2021 at 8:02 AM

    Wishing you peace at this difficult time. I worked with Gerald just out of high school a great guy.

  77. Wendy

    March 13, 2021 at 8:01 AM

    Wendy, I am deeply sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. My condolences to you and your family.

    Wendy Couturier

  78. Ann Wilkinson

    March 13, 2021 at 7:29 AM

    Wendy and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts.

    Ann 4

  79. Bill & Joan Dobbie

    March 12, 2021 at 9:29 PM

    Dear Wendy, Meaghan & Samantha

    So sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Gerald. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Bill & I have fond memories of Gerald’s visits to our house & good times spent with him.
    Rest In Peace Gerald; you will be missed

  80. Marj Dobson

    March 12, 2021 at 7:41 PM

    My deepest sympathy to the Mr DeBoer’s family. I am so sorry for your loss.
    Sincerely
    Marj Dobson

  81. Brian & Pat Hicks

    March 12, 2021 at 5:48 PM

    Dear Wendy & Family
    There are no words at this time to express our sorrow in your loss of your beloved Gerald. Always a smile on his face. You are all in our thoughts, prayers and our hearts.

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