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PEARCE: Wayne M. “Canoe” of Exeter formerly of Owen Sound

Posted By Haskett Funeral Home On July 17, 2023 @ 5:55 PM In Exeter,Obituary | 131 Comments

PEARCE: Wayne M. “Canoe” of Exeter formerly of Owen Sound

Passed away suddenly at his home, with his family by his side, on Sunday, July 16, 2023 at the age of 83. Beloved husband of Nancy (McFarlane) Pearce for 61 years. Cherished father of the late Steve “Ponch” Pearce (2012), and Andrea and Craig Alexander. Adored poppa of Luke and Samantha Alexander, the late Garrett Alexander (2020) and loving great-poppa of Izzy. Dear brother-in-law of Myrna and Bernie Fishman, Janice and Bert DeGroot and Bill McFarlane and Jill Haines. Fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews and friends. Predeceased by his brother Ernie Pearce (1997), his mother Gladys (Park) Pearce (2009), and parents-in-law Melville and Florence (Laidlaw) McFarlane.

Wayne worked in the building supplies and lumber industry for over 55 years around the SW Ontario area. He was also very involved in the community. Wayne earned his 50 year pin with the Masonic Lodge in 2019 and was also involved in the Exeter Legion, and South Huron Fire Department. In his free time, Wayne enjoyed coaching and watching his children and grandkids play sports – he was always their biggest fan. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and golfing and after retirement he enjoyed his mornings having Coffee with friends around town.

In keeping with Wayne’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A private memorial service will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, Exeter. Interment at Exeter Cemetery. For those wishing to view the service a recording will be available at www.facebook.com/haskettfh on Monday, July 24, 2023.

Donations to Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters, South Huron Hospital Foundation, or a charity of your choice in Wayne’s memory would be appreciated by the family.


Condolences for the family of “PEARCE: Wayne M. “Canoe” of Exeter formerly of Owen Sound”

Condolence from Ken Bergmann on July 17th, 2023 6:24 PM

Nance, Andrea, Killer, we are so sorry and send our sympathy. Really liked Wayne and cherish the memories of all the fun we had together !

Condolence from Dave and Brenda Palsa on July 17th, 2023 6:39 PM

Nancy, Andy and family – our heartfelt condolences on the loss of Canoe- always a smile, a joke, such a great man. He has certainly left an impression on this world and all that new him- may he rest easy now♥️

Condolence from Cindy on July 17th, 2023 6:55 PM

Nancy, Andrea and Craig and family . A great man has received his wings. May all your fond memories always keep him close. He will be missed by so many .
Our condolences and sympathy to you all
Hugs to all
Tom and Cindy xoox
And Cindy

Condolence from Patricia Baker on July 17th, 2023 6:59 PM

Sincere condolences Nancy and family on Wayne’s passing. I will
always remember my Dad driving
you to Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church the day you married Wayne. He was a wonderful fellow and I am so glad, that you had a long and happy life together. We are all thinking of you. With love,
Cousin Pat, Tony, Jim, Andrea, Sadie, Charlotte, Tessa, Paula, Brandon, Ethan and Evan. 💕

Condolence from Karen Dickins on July 17th, 2023 7:21 PM

My deepest condolences Nancy and family, what a great guy . Cherish your wonderful memories.

Condolence from Leroy&cheryl Edwards on July 17th, 2023 7:42 PM

So sorry Nancy and family our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time!

Condolence from Yvonne/Jim Barnetson on July 17th, 2023 7:43 PM

So sorry for your loss Nancy and family! Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Wayne was a very nice guy! R I P

Condolence from Tonya Harney on July 17th, 2023 8:04 PM

My sincere condolences to Wayne’s family. He was a great man and a wonderful mentor to myself and the team at Exeter Moffatt and Powell. He will be sadly missed. Love and hugs to the family.
Tonya Harney.

Condolence from Larry Taylor on July 17th, 2023 9:41 PM

Nancy, and family Nothing about this is easy, and it just hurts. I’m so sorry. Wayne was a wonderful person, that I got to know well over the years. Looked forward to early morning chats on front porch. I will miss him.

Condolence from Linda Webber on July 17th, 2023 10:07 PM

Nancy and family:
Please accept my heart felt condolences on Wayne’s passing. He will be missed.

Condolence from Liz Cottrell- Warren on July 17th, 2023 11:35 PM

Nancy, Andrea and family. Very sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. We are thinking of you during this difficult time. May memories comfort you.

Condolence from Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade on July 18th, 2023 6:00 AM

To Nancy, Andrea, Craig, Luke and family
Sorry to learn of Wayne’s passing. He was well known and respected in the community . We missed him at our morning coffee sessions.
Our condolences to all

Condolence from Gabbie Mol on July 18th, 2023 6:51 AM

Our sincere condolences with Wayne’s passing

Condolence from Wendy Case on July 18th, 2023 7:00 AM

Dear, Andrea and Craig.
We are so sorry for your loss. May happy memories comfort you at this sad time.
Sincerely, Pete and Wendy

Condolence from Randy Parsons on July 18th, 2023 7:12 AM

What a great guy Wayne was! Condolences to Nancy, Andrea and the rest of the family on your sudden loss. Godspeed Canoe.

Condolence from Don and Edith Lewis and family on July 18th, 2023 8:43 AM

Dear Nancy and family,

We are sorry to see that Wayne has passed.
We always enjoyed talking with him, always cheerful.
He will be missed,
Thinking of you all at this sad and difficult time.
Our condolence to you all.

Condolence from Doug and Judy Dalrymple on July 18th, 2023 8:49 AM

Nancy and family
Sorry to hear about Wayne.Doug always had good chats with him at the coffee shop.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Doug and Judy

Condolence from Wanda Reynolds on July 18th, 2023 8:53 AM

Nancy & Family

My thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.

Nancy I am so glad I stopped in the other day.

Wanda Reynolds

Condolence from Chuck & Pam Ross on July 18th, 2023 8:55 AM

Nancy, Andrea, Craig and family,

Chuck and I were so sad to hear of Wayne’s sudden passing. You’re in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.

Condolence from Dan Heywood on July 18th, 2023 8:55 AM

Nancy, Andrea and Craig and family My sincere condolences for your loss. I hope all the wonderful memories you have help you through the difficult times. I have a lot of memories of laughter. Dan

Condolence from Gord and Kendra Craig on July 18th, 2023 9:20 AM

Sympathies to the entire Pearce family. May all of your many wonderful memories of Wayne help you through this sad time.

Condolence from Lloyd and Carol Moore on July 18th, 2023 9:29 AM

Our deepest sympathy Nancy and also Andrea and your family. Thinking of you during this difficult time. The guys have alot of good memories from their morning coffees.

Condolence from Jim Chapman on July 18th, 2023 9:30 AM

Nancy,
Andrea and family;
My condolences re the loss of Wayne.
I remember buying many a board from him but never felt bored!!
He always had a “one liner” about something.

Condolence from Phyllis Mommersteeg on July 18th, 2023 9:39 AM

Nancy and family,
Fred &I are so saddened to here of Wayne’s passing.Our deepest condolences
And prayers to you all.Keep your wonderful memories close.

Fred and Phyllis

Condolence from Edi and Karin Zehetner on July 18th, 2023 9:56 AM

Nancy, Andrea, Craig, Luke and family,
Our sincere condolences on the passing of Wane.
He will be missed by many!
Hugs to all,
Edi and Karin Zehetner

Condolence from Jerry and Alice MacLean on July 18th, 2023 10:04 AM

Nancy and Family,It’s tough to have your loved one taken from you!
Your happy memories will remain with you forever!
You will feel his presence around you always,because that’s just the way Wayne was.He loved his family very much and always was happy to talk about them. We are sorry for you.
May Gods Blessings be with you now and in the days ahead.

Condolence from Mildred Northcott on July 18th, 2023 10:21 AM

Nancy and family, so sorry to hear of the loss of Wayne. You will have many wonderful memories to cherish. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs!
Mildred Northcott

Condolence from Liz Stephens on July 18th, 2023 10:43 AM

My deepest condolences on the passing of your life`s partner , during the sad times hold your memories close for comfort

Condolence from Nancy Alexander on July 18th, 2023 10:52 AM

Nancy, Andrea, Craig, Luke, Samantha and the entire family – my heartfelt condolences to all of you for your loss. Wayne cherished his family and will be dearly missed. Keep him close in your heart with a lifetime of memories.

Love,
Nancy

Condolence from Bill and Linda Soldan on July 18th, 2023 11:00 AM

Nancy, Andrea and family…thinking of you at this time and sending our deepest condolences. Hugs
Bill and Linda

Condolence from MaryJane Taylor on July 18th, 2023 11:18 AM

Nancy, Andrea and Craig and families…
My Sincere Sympathy in your loss of Wayne.
We have known Wayne for many years since you
came to Exeter…being in the building business Jack always
enjoyed working with Wayne…he always said he
sure knew his job…May all your fond memories comfort you
as you carry on without a great guy…
Rest In Peace Wayne you will be missed…..

Condolence from Kathy Mann on July 18th, 2023 11:40 AM

Nancy, Andrea and family, _ So sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. Whenever I met him he had a smile on his face. You’re in my thoughts and prayers. Kathy

Condolence from Bob Merner on July 18th, 2023 11:41 AM

Nancy and family,
Bob and are sorry to hear about Wayne’s passing. We will miss having chats with him on the front porch. He was a great guy.
Bob and Tootie Merner

Condolence from Janet Traquair on July 18th, 2023 11:45 AM

Nancy, Andrea, Craig and families,
So sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Hugs to all.
Janet, Doug & Emily

Condolence from Kevin Parsons on July 18th, 2023 11:51 AM

Mrs. P, Andy and the entire Family, so sorry to hear about Canoe. He was a wonderful human being and we have so many fond memories going back to the years we lived across Main Street from each other. I hope some of those same fond memories help you during this difficult time. Love from Kevin and the Parsons Family.

Condolence from Linda Dietrich on July 18th, 2023 12:05 PM

Sincere sympathy to all the family, so sorry for your loss.
Jim & Linda Dietrich.

Condolence from Sherrie Broderick/ Larry Ballantyne on July 18th, 2023 12:08 PM

Dear Pearce Family,
What a privilege to have known him for so many years. Always a smile and hug to make a day brighter. He will be missed by many. My deepest condolences to all his loved ones…
Sherrie and Larry

Condolence from Mickie on July 18th, 2023 12:11 PM

Nancy and family. My sincere condolences. Meeting up with Wayne either at a coffee shop or elsewhere in town he always made my day.
Wonderful sense of humour and always spoke proudly of his family. Many will truly miss him.
Stay strong. And R.I.P. Wayne.

Condolence from Cy & Eleanor Blommaert on July 18th, 2023 12:15 PM

Dear Nancy & family
Our deepest sympathy .
Wayne will missed by everyone that new him .
Thinking of you at this time ❤️
Cy & Eleanor

Condolence from Chuck & Tanya Erb on July 18th, 2023 12:22 PM

Nancy & Family,

I was saddened to read of Wayne’s passing. He was always an uplifting guy to chat with.
We will keep you in our Thoughts and Prayers.

Condolence from June E Morenz on July 18th, 2023 12:34 PM

Dear Nancy and Family: So sorry to read of Wayne’s passing. I remember before COVID that several of us met at Timmies, and, Wayne always had a smile or a joke. He was a Happy Camper. Cherish all your memories.

Condolence from Rob Bilcke & Donna-Jean Dietrich on July 18th, 2023 12:53 PM

Nancy, Andrea, Craig, Luke, Sam and Family
We are very sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Cherish the wonderful memories

Condolence from Karen & Randy Stanlake on July 18th, 2023 1:07 PM

Wayne was a great guy . Worked with him at Rona. Sending our sincerest condolences to the family.

Condolence from Donna Perry on July 18th, 2023 1:32 PM

Nancy and the entire family

So very sorry to hear that Wayne has passed away. He was a very nice man and will be missed by many.
You will have lots of wonderful memories to help you through this sad time. Hugs
Donna Perry

Condolence from Cathy Batten on July 18th, 2023 1:34 PM

Nancy, Andrea & Craig and Families

My deepest condolences on the passing of Wayne. I will miss my chats with him at your home. Blessed that we had a great visit last Friday afternoon. May all your treasured memories comfort you all in the days ahead and further down the road as time goes on. Thinking of you all and sending hugs.❤️‍🩹

Cathy

Condolence from Joan Finkbeiner on July 18th, 2023 1:38 PM

Nancy and family so for your loss. My condolences to everyone. I always enjoyed my visits with him were ever I would run into them. Cherish all the memories you had together. He will be truly missed.

Joan Finkbeiner

Condolence from nancy brand on July 18th, 2023 1:41 PM

dear nancy & family our deepest sympathy, thinking of you at this sad time . hans & nancy brand

Condolence from Margaret Prout on July 18th, 2023 1:50 PM

Nancy, Andrea & Craig and Luke….

Sincere condolences to each of you and also your families. Whenever I called Nancy
on the phone, Wayne generally answered, I will certainly miss having a chat with him
at that time. He loved his sports. Wayne will be well remembered by those who
knew him. Cherish your wonderful memories and may they help you now and in the
days ahead.

Condolence from Dave & Karin Roger on July 18th, 2023 2:13 PM

Dear Nancy, Andrea and family please accept our condolences on the passing of Wayne. He was a great guy and will be missed. Cherish all your memories.
Sincerely Dave & Karin.

Condolence from Ted Webb on July 18th, 2023 2:13 PM

Our sympathies to Nancy and family. Wayne was one of the best managers I hired for Conklin Lumber. It was nice running into you both at the fish fry at the Legion a couple of years ago.

Sadly, Ted & Fran Webb

Condolence from Janet Corbett on July 18th, 2023 2:54 PM

Nancy, Andrea and Craig and family,

We are so very sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. He was a dear friend to dad. Sending you all much love and sympathy as you walk through this difficult time.

Janet and Jeff Corbett (Cowan)

Condolence from Scot Morgan and Judy Parsons on July 18th, 2023 3:50 PM

Nancy, Andrea, Craig, Luke and Samantha:

We were saddened to hear of your loss. Please know that we are thinking of all of you and sending healing vibes your way.

Hugs!
Scot and Judy

Condolence from Tom and Carol Arthur on July 18th, 2023 4:04 PM

Nancy and Family. Our sympathy to all of you. Wayne will be missed by many. Our thoughts are with you.

Condolence from Murray Armstrong on July 18th, 2023 4:06 PM

My condolences Nancy, Andrea and Craig

Condolence from Paul strasser on July 18th, 2023 5:50 PM

Worked with Wayne for 5 years at M&P mitchell. He was like a mentor to me.. My thoughts and prayers to you all

Condolence from Pat and Pauline Devereaux on July 18th, 2023 6:23 PM

Nancy, Andrea and Craig and family
Our deepest sympathy on the passing of Wayne. We have many wonderful memories of our get togethers and golf games with Wayne at your summer home at Bluewater golf course in Bayfield. He was a great guy and will be missed by many. Cherish all your wonderful memories

Condolence from Dale Grant on July 18th, 2023 6:35 PM

Nancy and family;

My deepest And sincerest condolences on the passing of wayne. I met him while I was working at A & W, He always had a smile on his face, always a joker. He was an awesome person all around and I will miss him. Rest in peace, Wayne, you are loved.

Condolence from Lois Ottewell on July 18th, 2023 6:41 PM

Nancy, Andrea and Craig,
It has been many years since we lived in Exeter but I remember all of you well. I am sorry to read of Wayne’s sudden passing and extend my deepest sympathy. May warm memories help to sustain you.
Sincere sympathy,
Lois Ottewell, Goderich.

Condolence from Donna Regier on July 18th, 2023 7:06 PM

Nancy,Andrea &Craig & Family
So sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing, He was a great man, who always took the time to talk to you.I’m quite sure he will be missed by many. Hugs to all 💞

Condolence from Marion McCarter on July 18th, 2023 8:13 PM

Nancy, Andrea & Craig and family:
Thinking of you at this sad and difficult time in your lives. May his wonderful memories flood your hearts now and forever as you journey forward. Deepest Sympathy.
Marion McCarter

Condolence from Jim and Mary Lou Hyde on July 18th, 2023 8:21 PM

Nancy, Andrea and Craig and families, we were saddened to hear of Wayne’s passing. We will always remember him with his big smile. Hold your memories close as they help you remember his love of family.

Condolence from Joe O’Rourke on July 18th, 2023 8:21 PM

To the Pearce family; Sorry 2 hear of Wayne’s passing. Think I first met Wayne way back in my Exeter Hawk days. He was a solid supporter of us guys. Whenever we bumped into each other since he always had a big wide smile and had time 4 a catch up chat. Great guy!.
Respectfully, Joe O’Rourke

Condolence from Larry & Bonnie Gould on July 18th, 2023 8:33 PM

Dear Nancy, Andrea, Craig , Luke and Family: Hugs to help comfort you All. Sorry to hear Wayne has passed away. We feel both sad and sorry. Sincerely: Larry, Bonnie & Scott Gould.

Condolence from Luann Keelan on July 18th, 2023 8:53 PM

Nancy, Andy and Craig and Luke, so saddened to hear if Wayne’s passing. Will miss visiting with him when I delivered their prescriptions. Always had a good chat. Condolences to you all.

Condolence from Gary and Louise Heywood on July 18th, 2023 9:14 PM

To Nancy and Family. We are so sad to hear of Wayne’s passing. Please except our condolences. He was a super person. 🙏🙏❤️❤️

Condolence from Allan & Patty Case on July 18th, 2023 9:26 PM

Our sincere condolences. Wayne always had a smile on his face and wanted to chat. Cherish the many wonderful memories.

Allan & Patty Case and family

Condolence from Bob and Helen Coates on July 18th, 2023 9:29 PM

Our condolences to Nancy, Andrea and Craig, Luke, Sam and Izzy, for the loss of a dear husband, father, Poppa and Great-Poppa. We remember so many great visits. Wayne was so much fun and a caring, generous man, with a good sense of humour. The world is certainly a better place because he was here. May memories comfort you. He will be missed.

Condolence from Jamie & Barb Caldwell on July 18th, 2023 9:55 PM

Dear Nancy, Andrea, Craig, Luke, Sam and Izzy,
We are so very sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. He was such a great guy! Always smiling, asking how the family is, loved to catch up!!! He loved you all very much!
Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Take care.

Condolence from Don and Brenda Triebner on July 18th, 2023 10:45 PM

Nancy, Andrea and Craig and families, We were so sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. He was always quick to say hello and extend an invitation to sit and chat a spell. We always enjoyed those chats. Deepest Sympathies to you all.

Condolence from Myrna, Bernie & Family on July 18th, 2023 10:47 PM

Dearest Nan, Andrea, Craig, Luke, Sam & sweet Izzy: We are all heartbroken for your loss and hope the wonderful memories you have will sustain you during this sad time. We all know that Wayne is now at peace and surrounded by his loving family, free of pain & suffering. He certainly put up a valiant fight. Our love & sympathy, Myrna, Bernie and all the family.

Condolence from Kathy Coolman on July 18th, 2023 11:00 PM

Nancy and Family
Thinking of you at this difficult time. My heartfelt condolences to all.
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

Kathy Coolman

Condolence from Sandy Bennewies on July 19th, 2023 5:38 AM

My sincere condolences Nancy, Andrea and the rest of the Family. I enjoyed working with Wayne, we had some great time and a lot of good laughs (sometimes at his expense) He was a true sweetheart! I still remember getting our 1st cell phone at Christmas and it was wrapped up from Santa, we had Wayne call Christmas morning on the new phone and pretend to be Santa; he spoke to the kids and “surprisingly” knew what they got for Christmas from him. It was a great memory and just showed his true side. He will truly be missed!

Condolence from Mark Heimrich on July 19th, 2023 6:12 AM

Nancy, Andrea & Craig & all Wayne’s family & many friends;

Our sincere condolences in the loss of Wayne. I have many fond memories of chats with Wayne whether at Rona or around the community over the years. Such a happy, smiling guy with a great outlook always, even when things got tougher for him the last few years.
Our thoughts are with you all at this time. R.I.P. Wayne.

Mark (& Julie) Heimrich

Condolence from Carole Damen on July 19th, 2023 6:52 AM

Dear Nancy and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of such a great guy .

Condolence from jack triebner on July 19th, 2023 6:58 AM

So sorry to hear about the loss Nancy of your husband Wayne .
Please accept our Condolence from Betty Blue And Jack Triebner
here in Exeter .

Condolence from Brian and Janet Wedlake on July 19th, 2023 7:49 AM

Nancy and Family
Thinking of you at this difficult time.
May you be comforted by all your beautiful memories.

Condolence from Brenda Murray (Thompson) on July 19th, 2023 8:19 AM

Nancy, Andrea and family
I am very sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. I have fond memories of the times spent at your place on Main Street. Wayne always had something funny to say, with a smile of course. Whether is was great conversation or the cribbage games, hold those memories close to you during this difficult time.

Brenda

Condolence from Mac and Ann MacLean on July 19th, 2023 8:36 AM

Our sincere sympathy for your loss of this very special man

Condolence from Margaret Brintnell on July 19th, 2023 9:18 AM

Nancy, Andrea, Craig & Family
Very Sad time for all of you. Wayne had such a great personality . Always a smile & such a sense of humour. Each of you cherish your memories now & in future. Thinking of your family & extend my sympathy. God Bless All of You.

Condolence from Sue Mckie on July 19th, 2023 9:42 AM

Dearest Nancy, Andrea, Craig and all the family … so sorry to hear about the loss of Wayne !! He was a good man with a pretty amazing family. May you all take peace in knowing he’s up there golfiing with Steve and Garrett … thinking of you all with love and prayers 💋❤️💋❤️

Condolence from Jack & Elaine Chipchase on July 19th, 2023 9:47 AM

To Nancy and all family
We send sincere sympathy to each of you but also remember all the baseball days and hockey days— lots of good times.

Condolence from Bob and Elaine Mills on July 19th, 2023 10:58 AM

Nancy and family we are sorry to hear of Wayne(Budda) passing and send our heart felt condolences. I always new Wayne as Budda but that was many years ago. It is so sad that we grow apart in life

Condolence from Janice Andrews on July 19th, 2023 11:48 AM

Nancy, Andrea, Craig, Luke, Sam, Izzy and the entire family,
Thinking of you at this time and sending our deepest condolences to all of you for your loss.
Cherish all your wonderful memories and may they help you now and in the days ahead.
Hugs to you all….
Love,
Janice, Wayne,
Lynzi, Ben, Vayda,
Shayne, Sarah, Arthur, Norah, Mabel and Penelope
xoxo

Condolence from Bill & Louise Pincombe on July 19th, 2023 11:49 AM

Nancy, Andrea, Craig, Luke & family- We are so sorry to learn of Wayne’s passing. He was a great guy,
sure loved his sports! Playing himself, or cheering on the children and grandchildren. Our paths crossed many times in years past. He had a wonderful smile and saw the best in everything & everyone. Hold tight to all those great memories.
Bill & Louise

Condolence from Jan van Haarlem on July 19th, 2023 12:38 PM

Nancy, Andrea, Sorry to hear about Wayne,s passing.I have many fond memories of him.I offer you my sincerest condolences

Condolence from Tena Elliott on July 19th, 2023 12:57 PM

Nancy and Andrea,
I have very fond memories of Wayne, growing up and frequenting your home. Always had a big smile, quick to laugh and joke. Lots of fun memories. I send you love and strength as you navigate these difficult days, into weeks ahead. 💞♥️💞
Warm hugs,
Tena Elliott 💗

Condolence from Laura Wilder on July 19th, 2023 1:13 PM

Dear Andrea and family, Sending you deepest condolences and a great big hug during this difficult time. ❤️

Condolence from Clare & Brenda (Parsons) Martene on July 19th, 2023 2:42 PM

Dear: Nancy, Andrea, Craig, Luke, Samantha, Izzy & the entire Family . . .

Words, no matter how kind can’t mend your heartache. Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of Wayne. Your family has experienced a huge loss with his passing as a great Husband, Father, Poppa & Great-Poppa. Wayne had such a great personality – he was such a character, always wore a smile, loved to chat, & always had a good sense of humour. He was always cheerful with a great outlook on life despite his health issues. He will be missed by so many that had the pleasure of knowing him. As you gather to mourn his passing, may loving memories of a wonderful man replace your tears with smiles of happy times together . . . may you find strength in each other now & in the difficult days ahead. Wayne’s devoted love of his family & those he held dear will forever live on in your hearts as precious memories & his legacy will live on in all of you . . .

We extend our sincerest condolences at this very heartbreaking time – we will be thinking & praying for you as you mourn & celebrate Wayne’s life – HUGS to all! God Bless ❤️🙏🏻❤️

Clare & Brenda (Parsons) Martene

Condolence from Shannon & Janet Snow on July 19th, 2023 3:22 PM

Nancy, Andrea, Craig, Luke and family,

So sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. Such a great man. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.

Shannon & Janet

Condolence from Myra & Keith Lovell on July 19th, 2023 3:46 PM

Nancy we are thinking of you and remembering all of the good times we shared working together and laughing! Your old friends, Keith and Myra

Condolence from Pete and Gloria McFalls on July 19th, 2023 3:46 PM

Nancy and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We knew Wayne for a long time. Pete bowled, played hockey and ball with him. I still hear about the “egg in a hole” he made for the bowling team years ago . He will be happy to see Steve once again but you will miss him terribly. Take care.

Condolence from Kim Mckay on July 19th, 2023 6:16 PM

Nancy and Andrea, Craig and family
My deepest condolences in the loss of Wayne. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Condolence from Pat & Bill Chipchase on July 19th, 2023 7:28 PM

Nancy: We are saddened to hear of your loss. We have so many great memories and laughs when we think of Wayne..heartfelt condolences to all the family.
Pat & Bill Chipchase

Condolence from Pat & Bill Chipchase on July 19th, 2023 7:28 PM

Nancy: We are saddened to hear of your loss. We have so many great memories and laughs when we think of Wayne..heartfelt condolences to all the family.
Pat & Bill

Condolence from Mary Stephens on July 19th, 2023 7:50 PM

Nancy & Family,
So sorry to hear that Wayne had passed away. Please give yourself permission to just be still and remember the beautiful memories of Wayne, a life well lived and a person well loved.

Peace to you,

Mary Stephens

Condolence from Bob McDonald on July 19th, 2023 8:12 PM

We just heard this sad news 😢
Take care of each other and share all the wonderful memories of such a great man.
Love Bob and Jacqui

Condolence from Phil and Chris Turner on July 19th, 2023 9:26 PM

Nancy, Andrea and Craig
We are so sorry for your loss. “Canoe” was a big part of our hockey team and baseball. He was a fellow with a big heart and loved being a part of the group. May you hold priceless memories in your hearts to help you at this time.
Phil “Tangles” and Chris Turner

Condolence from Nancy Powell Quinn on July 20th, 2023 5:46 AM

Dear Nancy & Family

On behalf of my family and Moffatt & Powell my sincere condolences for your loss of Wayne. He served generations of customers in the lumber and building material industry with such skill, passion and was always a jovial presence at M&P.
It was a pleasure work with Wayne and he will be fondly remembered by my father David, my husband D’Arcy and the M&P team that had the pleasure to learn from, laugh with and befriend over the years. Wayne will be missed by many customers, employees and friends. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Condolence from Bob McDonald on July 20th, 2023 8:49 AM

Nancy,Andrea and family,
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Wayne. Cherish all your memories of such a wonderful man 💜Bob and Jacqui

Condolence from Connie Lesperance on July 20th, 2023 9:53 AM

Nancy and Family.
I am sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing.
I met Wayne while working at T.J’s. and at A&W.
He was always so nice. Always had a smile on his face.
Cherish your memories they will get you through the tough times.
R.I.P. Wayne

Condolence from Randy(Quinn) & Carolyn Gilfillan on July 20th, 2023 11:11 AM

Nancy, Andrea, Killer, and family, so sorry for your loss. Canoe is fondly remembered, as a cherished friend of my dad , and a valued member of our old timers hockey club. He will be missed.

Condolence from Sherry Mills on July 20th, 2023 12:43 PM

My condolences to family Wayne was my cousin We grew apart but have great memories of him & Nancy

Condolence from Dan and Linda Crerar on July 20th, 2023 1:23 PM

Nancy, Andrea, Craig and family.
So sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. Sending our sincere condolences.
Dan and Linda

Condolence from Casey & Karen Zeehuisen on July 20th, 2023 2:12 PM

Nancy, our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Wayne was a great person. May he rest in peace.

Condolence from Helen Lyons on July 20th, 2023 2:16 PM

Andrea, Craig and Family,
My sincere condolences Andrea on the loss of your Dad. Cherish your memories to help you through this sad time.
Sincerely,
Helen Lyons

Condolence from Reiny and Lynda on July 20th, 2023 5:19 PM

Nancy and family.
So sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. He was such a wonderful person and always had a smile. Reiny has so many memories of trips to Santee for golf. Remember all the good times and cherish them. You are in our thoughts
Reiny and Lynda

Condolence from Christine Ferguson on July 20th, 2023 7:25 PM

Nancy, Andrea, Craig & amp;family So sorry for your loss.. Wayne was such a great guy. He will be sadly missed.. May knowing that so many people share your grief help you through this time of sorrow .. Memories are forever.. ❤Deepest Sympathy. Betty & Christine Ferguson

Condolence from Pam and Ron Brand on July 21st, 2023 10:33 AM

Andrea and Family;

We are so sorry to hear of your Father’s passing. Our deepest condolences to all of you.

Condolence from George and Sue Wilson on July 21st, 2023 10:37 AM

Nancy, Andrea. Craig and family, heartfelt condolences on Wayne’s passing. He was a friendly man. George remembers bowling against him. Cherish your precious memories. Hugs and prayers.

Condolence from Scott Bogart on July 21st, 2023 11:34 AM

Nancy, Andrea & Craig,
Sorry to hear of the passing of “Canoe”. Our condolences.
Scott, Lynda, Luke & Heath Bogart

Condolence from Gerard & Judy Grenier on July 21st, 2023 12:37 PM

Nancy & family
So sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. We had a great chat with him a couple weeks ago about the good old days. May you find comfort in all the wonderful memories.

Condolence from Doug and Phyllis Johnson on July 21st, 2023 12:45 PM

We were so sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing.
We remember the great times at the ballpark and after the game laughs.
He will be remembered by so many he met over the years
To the family – keep your memories close and know that he was an amazing person and wonderful family man.
We are all fortunate to have known him .

Condolence from George & Helen Pratt on July 21st, 2023 2:10 PM

Nancy Andrea Craig and family.
Our sympathy of Wayne’s passing.
We remember all the good times.
Rest in Peace Canoe & enjoy a
Scotch for us !!!

Condolence from Bert & Janice DeGroot on July 21st, 2023 2:26 PM

Dear Nancy,Andrea,Craig,Luke,Samantha and Izzy. We will miss Wayne(Canoe) and all his crazy jokes and teasing. Our family loved him for many,many years and we also had some nice holidays to-gether and parties, which he loved. We hope he is hanging out at the golf course havin a drink and playin with Ponch and Garrett.You will always be in our hearts. Luv ya.

Condolence from Jim Laidlaw on July 21st, 2023 4:07 PM

Nancy, Andrea, and Family

Our sincerest condolences on Wayne’s passing. Fondest memories from our days at Sauble Beach and Owen Sound Family gatherings.

Wayne will be missed but not forgotten.

Jim and Debbie Laidlaw

Condolence from Kathy Hayter on July 21st, 2023 6:06 PM

My thoughts and prayers are with all the family of Wayne Pearce,he was a wonderful man Keep all you fun loving memories close to your ♥ heart

Condolence from Sharon Meinen on July 21st, 2023 11:47 PM

Dear Nancy and Andrea and family, my dearest condolences. My prayers are with you and your family.

Condolence from Don & Joan Heywood on July 22nd, 2023 7:44 AM

Nancy, Andrea, Craig, Luke, Samantha & Izzy:

Our whole family will miss Wayne (Canoe) we had a lot of fun times. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone. Cherish the wonderful memories. Wayne will be in his glory playing golf again with the best.

Lots of love Don & Joan

Condolence from Terry & Shelley Bourne on July 22nd, 2023 11:03 AM

Nancy & Family.

Our deepest condolences on Wayne’s passing. Canoe was a great guy – much fun and many, many laughs at the card table, on the golf course, or just sitting in the Legion. We will all miss him very much but his stories will live on. Cherish your memories.

Condolence from Jeff Borland on July 22nd, 2023 11:18 AM

To Waynes Family.
Please accept my condolence,I aways enjoyed chatting with Wayne.

Condolence from Barb and Jim Gravel on July 22nd, 2023 12:49 PM

Are sincere condolences to Nancy and family our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time hugs bar and Jim

Condolence from John Van Bakel on July 24th, 2023 1:15 PM

Nancy and family
Marg and I want want to send you our condolence on the passing of Wayne. He was a great man, mentor and friend. I have known Wayne and worked with him since he first came to work for Moffatt and Powell, spending many years with him at the Mitchell yard . He was a man of great wisdom, a big heart and always had a good story that would make you laugh. He will truly be missed .
John & Marg Van Bakel

Condolence from Ken and Shirley Simpson on July 24th, 2023 2:17 PM

Nancy, Andrea, Craig, Luke, Samantha and Izzy.
Sending our deepest sympathies on the passing of Wayne. He was a wonderful man with a great sense of humour and will be truly missed by many. May you find strength and comfort over the difficult days ahead. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Ken and Shirley Simpson. Hugs 💞

Condolence from Judu Hansen on July 25th, 2023 9:20 AM

Sorry for the lost of a husbanda farher a farher in law and grandpa

Condolence from Judu Hansen on July 25th, 2023 9:24 AM

Sorry for your lost Nancey and family.

Condolence from Terry O’Rourke on July 25th, 2023 4:17 PM

Nancy and family: Our deepest condolences with respect to Wayne’s passing. I always enjoyed our chats whether in a store, at a function or in the gym or on the field at the high school. He was extremely proud of his children’s and grandchildren’s accomplishments and it was always nice to see such supportive parents. Take care of yourselves.
Terry and Jean O’Rourke

Condolence from Brent Dawson on July 26th, 2023 9:11 AM

Nancy, Andrea and Craig and family Please accept our condolences on the loss of Wayne We are thinking of you at this sad time

Brent and Sharen Dawson

Condolence from Judy Page on July 26th, 2023 5:37 PM

To Wayne’s family
So sorry to here about your loss. our sympathy goes out to you. I did appreciate him giving me rides home from Tim Horton’s when I was done work. May you have comfort and love from family and friends.

Condolence from Jim and Mary Lou Hyde on July 28th, 2023 9:10 AM

We were saddened to hear of Wayne’s passing. We will remember the many fun times we shared with he and Nancy and hope your special memories help you through this difficult time.

Condolence from Karen and Bob Snow on August 2nd, 2023 9:21 PM

Nancy and family, thinking of you at this difficult time. Wayne was such a nice man, always that little grin. Memories are forever.

Condolence from Tracey Stanlake on August 4th, 2023 8:01 AM

My sincerest condolences to the family. I will forever miss Wayne.

Tracey Stanlake

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