Dear Bryan, Jill, Karen & the entire family
We are so honoured to have gotten a chance to know your Dad/Grandfather. Gerry was a great guy…his legacy carries on in each one of you.
Nick & Judy
Oxoxo

He truly was “The Special K”, many fond many memories of Gerry and family, my thoughts are with you. Doug

Pat, Bryan, Karen and Families. So sorry to hear of Gerry’s passing Our sincere condolences go out to all of you. May all your wonderful memories help you though time. Thinking of you.

Pat and family , Mike worked with Gerry at Dashwood Industries and has so many great memories of fun times together.

Our thoughts are with your family at this difficult time.

our condolences to you Pat.. and all of Gerrys family…remembering the fun times wehad in your company when our boys played hockey together. hold tight to the good memories !!!

**A Tribute to Gerry Kading**

It is with great sadness to learn that Gerry Kading, a much-loved and longtime resident of Southcott Pines, has passed away.

For many years, Gerry’s home along the pathway from Pines Parkway to the beach made him a familiar and welcoming presence to so many in our community. He was a gentle, kind and caring man, always ready with a warm smile and a friendly wave for those passing by. And yes – he was so well known and loved that many considered him an unofficial mayor of Southcott. (He was equally kind to all dogs!)

Although Gerry and his wife Pat recently moved from Southcott, his presence and spirit will long be felt here and fondly remembered by all who had the good fortune to know him.

On behalf of his many Southcott friends and neighbours, I extend our deepest sympathies to Pat, Bryan, Karen and the entire family. Gerry will be greatly missed.

Pat and family. So sorry to see this sad news. Our sincere sympathy. Bob enjoyed working with Jerry at the old Dashwood Planning Mill many years ago.
Bob and Bernice Boogemans

Bryan & Karen & families,
We are so very sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. He was such a fun guy! We enjoyed having your parents as neighbours when we lived on Pines Parkway and in the past few years, we joined them for exercise classes at the Legion. Gerry always loved it when Shania was on the Playlist! We hope all your wonderful memories of your dad bring you peace and comfort in this sad time.

Dear Kading family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. I had the privilege of knowing Gerry for so many years and he always brought a smile to my face.
I remember growing up and him telling me over and over to make sure I went to college or university and then he ended up hiring me at Dashwood fresh out of high school.
We will always remember him with fondness
Vicki & Bill Kraft

Bryan and Karen,

Sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. Great family friends of our Mom and Dad for years. Remember lots of kitchen table ‘talks’ over a refreshment with my Dad. Didn’t seem like your Dad was ever short of carrying a spirited conversation !!
Our condolences , please give your Mom a hug from us.

Rich and Wendy

Gerry’s Family

My Sincere Condolences in the Loss of a Husband & Father
I was Very sorry to read of Gerry’s death,
He was a Great Guy , Always friendly when we worked together
@ Dashwood Industries , He treated everyone with Kindness ,
Maureen Wood

This is a tremendous heartfelt moment for our family.
Gerry was a strong figure as my brother-in-law. Although he was 22 years my senior I very much enjoyed visiting with him and his family as I spent all of my summers growing up in “The Pines.” I once got caught trying to scare him by sneaking into his house during night time dressed as a glow in dark ghoul. He allowed the foolish youth to have some fun.
As I became a teen, Gerry’s courtesy to accept my application for summer employment at Dashwood Windows & Doors was immensely appreciated. His influence as the Personnel Manager was truly a welcome time in my growing up years.

Gerry’s experiences in air tank scuba diving was a valuable resource to all who knew of his knowledge that he would share willingly. I also appreciated his worldly advice when I was old enough to purchase my own bowrider.

Gerry will be greatly missed by his family and friends. His presence in our lives will not be forgotten.

Bryan, Jill and family – we are so truly sorry for your loss. Keep the memories close and he will live on in your hearts forever ❤️

Sending our sincere condolences .

Pat,Bryan,Karen and family, my deepest condolences
Cherish your wonderful memories.

Our thoughts and prayers to the Kading family and friends. We are thinking of all of you at this very sad time. Gerry will certainly be missed.

Karn Durdin and Don Thornton

I enjoyed exercising beside Gerry at the legion for the last 8 years. He had a positive,friendly and compassionate personality with a great sense of humour. I will miss his presence and remember him fondly.
May his memory be a blessing to all that knew him.
Rest in peace my friend

We were blessed to have Gerry (and Pat) as our Southcott Pines neighbours for the 19 years we lived there. During all this years, both retired and vigorously social, they brought so much life and fun to our little corner of Southcott Pines. The homemade wine 🍷 was always a hit!

Our boys—and even our cat—shared a special connection with them. We miss sitting together on their back deck and waving every time we drove, walked, or biked by. It was always such a wonderful feeling knowing we were being looked out for.

Change and loss are very hard, and we are all so saddened by the loss of Gerry—such a bright light in our lives. He will be deeply missed.

My dad and stepmom, Joe and Linda Wooden, were neighbours of Gerry and Pat in Southcott Pines for all of those 40 years. They talked every day. Dad often said that a person could never have had better neighbours than the Kadings beside them and the Boyles across the street. Our deepest condolences to the Kading family.

Pat, Bryan, Karen and family
We are sorry to hear of Gerry’s passing
Our families grew up together in Grand Bend.
Kading’s in Southcott Pines and Ford’s in Pinedale Subdivision.
Elaine, Deborah, Karen and Randy are all thinking of you, knowing the coming days will be filled with emotions. Enjoy reminiscing and sharing stories and photos with family and friends.”

So sorry Bryan and family to hear of Your father’s passing . My wife always spoke kindly about him. My condolences to all the family.

Pat, Bryan, Karen and Families..
My Sincere Sympathy in your loss of Gerry..
You will miss his presence..Remember and talk of
all your fun and happy memories..
His friendly personality made many lasting friendships.
RIP Gerry

Pat and family
Sorry to hear of Jerry’s passing.May all your good memories be a constant comfort to you! Sincerely,Donna O’Brien

Bryan sending our condolences on the loss of your father.

My condolences Pat Bryan Jill Karen and family

Dear Pat , Bryan, Karen,and Family, so sorry to hear of Gerry’s passing. We miss seeing them both from when he would bring Pat out for her hair cut..enjoyed having our visits… Give Pat a hug for me…Gerry will be missed by all who knew and loved him..you have our sympathy at this very sad time…Jacqui & Charlie Regier

Pat, Bryan, Jilll, Karen & Families.
We are so sorry for your loss, he was one of a kind, our sincere sympathy.
Linda & Jim Dietrich

Dear Cann and Kading families:
We are extending our sincere condolences on Gerry’s passing. May all your cherished photos and memories comfort you in the days and weeks ahead. We are holding you in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Bonita and Keith Bristow and family

Dear Bryan and Karen and families. So sorry for your loss. Your dad was so kind. I loved running into him in the community. He always had time for a chat.

Our sincere condolences to the family enjoyed working with Gerry for many years at DI

One summer when I was working at DI, Gerry sent me a very kind letter and helped
me to remain in the same position the following summer which I really appreciated.
You have my condolences!

Dear Kading and Cann families: our deepest sympathies on your loss of Gerry

Dear Pat, oh how hard it is to lose a part of your heart… so saddened to hear of the passing of Gerry, your Soulmate. Sending you my deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers, Carrie

Carol & Family
We offer our sympathy to you Carol & your family on the loss of your dear brother. (Gerry). We know the heartbreaking emotions having gone thru this ourselves. Thinking of all of you.
Margaret Brintnell & Marion Armstrong.

My condolences to the Kading family, rest peacefully my friend your journey is at its end. I very much enjoyed working with you at DI.

Dear Pat and family,
Sincere condolences in the passing of Jerry.
Thinking of you all at this time.
Barbara Shephard and girls.

To Pat and family- so sorry to hear Gerry has passed away. So many good memories of the days working at DI. Sincere sympathy .
Jack & Elaine Chipchase

I first met Jerry some 20 years ago when I joined the Mens Probus Club of Grand Bend.
We both went on to become past presidents of the club and enjoyed the friendship
of our many members.
Jerry was a very self-confident public speaker with a great sense of humour .
I recently heard that Jerry and Pat had relocated to Strathmere Lodge and thanks to Jerry and
Pat’s daughter Karen West, I had a delightful chat with Jerry several weeks ago unaware what
the future held.
He will be greatly missed by all.
My condolences to Pat and the family.

Dear Kading and Cann families :

I was so happy to visit with Gerry and Pat at Strathroy and enjoyed being in the Probus Club in Grand Bend for many years with Gerry . May all of your family enjoy our Lord’s comfort and blessings following your loss .

Dear Pat, Bryan, Karen and families,
So sorry to hear your sad news of losing a very thoughtful husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He will be greatly missed by many friends
Sending our thoughts and prayers to you and remembering all the fun times we have enjoyed with him over the years.
RIP Gerry
Hugs
Wayne and Sonia Greb

Dear Bryan and Karen and Family

So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. He was a true gentleman and always a smile on his face and a friendly hello.
He also hired me to work at Dashwood Industries in the Sales office.
When I think of all the great people in Grand Bend, I remember your Mom and Dad.
My Sympathy to the Family.

Sincerely
Jean (Jennison) Mason

I met Gerry and Pat at Sandhills Golf Course when I was the beer cart girl, and serving their table was always a pleasure, with lots of laughter and good conversation. They were always so excited to catch up with me on Sundays and hear about how my summer was going. Gerry would often encourage me to continue with my nursing studies, and I’ll always appreciate the kindness and encouragement he showed me. I still have one of his DI business cards, just in case I ever wanted to call and give him the gossip — a little reminder that makes me smile. Keep those wonderful memories of Gerry close. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.

Sorry to hear about Gerry we played golf together knew him for many years

Carol and family…..

My sincere condolences to you and your family. Cherish your memories of your dear brother and uncle. Thinking of you at this sad time.

Pat , Bryan , Karen and Families Xavier and I are so very sorry to hear of Jerry’s passing , He will sure be missed by all . I know. I have told Bryan this before but Jerry used to deliver meals on wheels to my Mother and he always made her happy . We are thinking of You All we will be there Wednesday as we have another commitment ❤️

Dear Pat and family
So sorry to hear your sad news.
Jerry was a great guy,and will be truly missed.
Thinking of you at this sad time .
Cy & Eleanor

Pat, Carol and families,

Sending my sincere condolences on the loss of Gerry. I remember my public school years with Gerry at SS#11.

Marj Love

Dear Pat, Bryan, Karen and families
My heartfelt condolences on your loss, may the love of family and friends bring you comfort in the days to come..
Sincerely, Peter.

My sincere condolences to Pat and family, I have many positive memories of working with Gerry at Dashwood many years ago.

Pat and family. Sending our sincere condolences on the passing of your dear husband and father. Gerry was always so pleasant to talk with.

Always enjoyed conversation with Gerry , often about hockey.
Exercised many years with Gerry at the Legion, so dedicated to volunteering to open up the keagion, lead us through weight training. He will be missed.

Dearest Carol and Family: So sorry to read of Gerry’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

So sorry for your loss Pat and family!
FromYvonne Fisher Barnetson!
Enjoy all your memories you have!

Bryan, Jill and family – We are so sorry to hear about Gerry’s passing. We will always fondly remember Gerry and his sense of humour, his patience and tolerance during our visits to the Pines so many years ago. Thinking of you all during this most difficult time.

Chris & Sandi Carter

So sorry to hearing of the passing Gerry. Our paths first crossed at Dashwood Industries during my 3 summers and a bit while in school. Fast forward 45 years and our paths crossed again in the senior men’s golf league at the Exeter Golf Club. My thoughts are with Pat and family. Tom Creech

Pat and family. I am sorry to hear about the passing of Gerry. Sending my sincere condolences. Growing up in Southcott Pines and biking by your place as a kid to driving by and stopping at the corner, there was always a big wave from the back deck. If Pat and Gerry were out for an afternoon drive and saw me out working they would always stop and say hello and ask how everyone was doing. He will be missed.

Pat and family, my thoughts are with u at this difficult time. Remember all the good memories. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Dear Pat and family;
I was sad to learn of Gerry’s passing! He was always a kind and fair man. I recall; contacting him, time & time again at Dashwood Industries for any office placement that came available. I had just graduated from SHDHS and thanks to Mr. Kading, that led me to a 15 year long office career. With many fond memories as I was able to volunteer on the Social Committe. I never forgot how we’d laugh about my persistence and wearing him down. Or having the opportunity to chat about his wonderful family. A true gentleman. May he rest in eternal peace.
Carol (Ross) Coleman

To the Family: I am very saddened to hear of Gerry’s passing. We go back a long time with all the years when Bryan played with the old Thedford Browns Jr. D team and then, watching Grandson’s Spencer and Jackson in Parkhill with the Jr.s. Also very close including the high school days with Bryan & Karen. And also, very close to me especially when I ran for Lambton Shores Council in 2018 and also, when I was inducted into the Sarnia-Lambton Sports Hall of Fame in 2012. The greatest moment of my life.

Thanks for everything Gerry!!! You will be missed.

Paul Augustine,
2012 Sarnia-Lambton Sports Hall of Fame Inductee.

Dear Pat: I’m sorry to learn you have recently lost your beloved Gerry. I know you had a wonderful life together and, no doubt, you’ll meet again in Heaven. Take care and be gentle with yourself, Pat. I sign off with a heartfelt hug to help comfort you.