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DeBOER: Gerald Jacob of RR 3 Granton

Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On March 12, 2021 @ 5:11 PM In Lucan,Obituary | 81 Comments

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.


Condolences for the family of “DeBOER: Gerald Jacob of RR 3 Granton”

Condolence from Brian & Pat Hicks on March 12th, 2021 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.

Condolence from Marj Dobson on March 12th, 2021 7:41 PM

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

Condolence from Bill & Joan Dobbie on March 12th, 2021 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

Condolence from Ann Wilkinson on March 13th, 2021 7:29 AM

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

Ann 4

Condolence from Wendy on March 13th, 2021 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

Condolence from Marty and Karen Van Praet on March 13th, 2021 8:02 AM

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

Condolence from Amanda Feeser on March 13th, 2021 8:39 AM

Wendy,

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

Amanda

Condolence from Marty Debruyn on March 13th, 2021 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.

Condolence from Shirley Stewart on March 13th, 2021 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

Condolence from Brad and Eveline James on March 13th, 2021 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.

Condolence from Britt Johnson on March 13th, 2021 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.

Condolence from Wanda Nutting on March 13th, 2021 10:20 AM

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

Condolence from Roy & Mary Jane van Kasteren on March 13th, 2021 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!

Condolence from Jan Lunn on March 13th, 2021 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.

Condolence from Monique Hammond on March 13th, 2021 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.

Condolence from Ron & Ann Walker on March 13th, 2021 1:01 PM

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

Condolence from JIM & YVONNE MCLACHLAN on March 13th, 2021 1:21 PM

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

Condolence from Murray and Edith Yeo on March 13th, 2021 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.

Condolence from Susan Czypyha on March 13th, 2021 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

Condolence from Jan Gavin on March 13th, 2021 3:07 PM

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

Condolence from Theresa Shaw on March 13th, 2021 3:44 PM

Wendy,

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

Theresa & Chris

Condolence from Sharron Jansel on March 13th, 2021 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

Condolence from Darlene Aver on March 13th, 2021 4:02 PM

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

Condolence from Amber on March 13th, 2021 4:07 PM

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

Condolence from Larry Gecas on March 13th, 2021 4:07 PM

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

Heather & Larry Gecas

Condolence from Cathy Dunbar on March 13th, 2021 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

Condolence from Donna on March 13th, 2021 4:37 PM

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

Condolence from Trudgen family on March 13th, 2021 5:00 PM

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

Condolence from Julie Robinson on March 13th, 2021 5:36 PM

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

Condolence from Maria Lavdas on March 13th, 2021 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

Condolence from Trudy Campbell on March 13th, 2021 6:24 PM

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

Condolence from Doug Roach on March 13th, 2021 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.

Condolence from Ken and Charlene Carruthers on March 13th, 2021 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

Condolence from Peter & Gail Smith on March 13th, 2021 6:52 PM

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

Condolence from Melanie on March 13th, 2021 6:57 PM

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

Condolence from Joyce Steeper on March 13th, 2021 7:18 PM

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

Condolence from Debbie Moniz on March 13th, 2021 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

Condolence from Kevin & Bonnie O’Shea on March 13th, 2021 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.

Condolence from Rick Heywood on March 13th, 2021 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

Condolence from Wendg Sinclair on March 13th, 2021 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

Condolence from Rob Msrshall on March 14th, 2021 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

Condolence from Mary Poulin on March 14th, 2021 8:05 AM

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

Condolence from Brian & Margret Bullock on March 14th, 2021 8:16 AM

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

Condolence from Teresa Arnsby Weaver on March 14th, 2021 9:30 AM

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

Condolence from Mark and Karen Kueneman on March 14th, 2021 12:09 PM

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

Condolence from Michele Vandenberghe on March 14th, 2021 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

Condolence from Pat Holland on March 14th, 2021 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

Condolence from Mary & Tyler O’Shea on March 14th, 2021 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

Condolence from John, Dianne & Steve Doornbosch on March 14th, 2021 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.

Condolence from Sharon Dale on March 14th, 2021 5:32 PM

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

Condolence from Elaine Bond on March 14th, 2021 6:38 PM

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

Condolence from Nancy Schiestel on March 14th, 2021 7:27 PM

Wendy, my deepest sympathies to you and your family.

Condolence from Jacki Jansen on March 14th, 2021 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

Condolence from Laura Dobbie on March 14th, 2021 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.

Condolence from Tracy Veitch on March 15th, 2021 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

Condolence from Bobby Vanhie and Melissa Van Schaik on March 15th, 2021 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

Condolence from Francois Beliveau on March 15th, 2021 9:23 AM

Deepest sympathy to you, Wendy, and the Deboer family

Condolence from Joe & Shelley on March 15th, 2021 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

Condolence from Jim McGrady on March 15th, 2021 10:18 AM

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

Condolence from Susan & Terry Dobson on March 15th, 2021 11:11 AM

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

Condolence from Lawrence and Sharon Craven on March 15th, 2021 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.

Condolence from Ruth cook on March 15th, 2021 12:10 PM

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

Condolence from Sharon Brown on March 15th, 2021 12:24 PM

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

Condolence from Steve and Kim Bowman on March 15th, 2021 12:57 PM

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

Condolence from Kevin King on March 15th, 2021 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.

Condolence from Hans and Marie Ewald on March 15th, 2021 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

Condolence from Connie Van Bussel on March 15th, 2021 6:19 PM

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

Condolence from Bob and Lorette Mawson on March 15th, 2021 6:54 PM

Condolences to all at this sad time

Condolence from Harry & Sharon Karcher on March 15th, 2021 8:00 PM

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

Condolence from Laura D. on March 15th, 2021 8:00 PM

Wendy,

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

Laura and Alain

Condolence from Jean Fordyce on March 15th, 2021 9:31 PM

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

Condolence from Desiree and George on March 15th, 2021 10:44 PM

Wendy,

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

Condolence from Michelle, Dennis, Bella Ferguson on March 15th, 2021 11:26 PM

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

Condolence from Mary Jane Buck on March 16th, 2021 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.

Condolence from Wayne and Kathy on March 16th, 2021 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

Condolence from Christa and Shane Allen on March 16th, 2021 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.

Condolence from Alex Schmoll on March 16th, 2021 4:15 PM

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

Condolence from Wilma Kirmse on March 17th, 2021 7:56 AM

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

Condolence from Jack Hladin, Yvon Faucher and everyone at F.R. Liners on March 24th, 2021 3:07 PM

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

Condolence from Jacques Cote on March 24th, 2021 10:09 PM

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

Condolence from Michelle Millette on April 16th, 2021 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.

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