Wallace Lewis “Wally” Wilkinson
July 12, 2022
WILKINSON, Wallace Lewis “Wally” – Peacefully at the Louise Marshall Hospital, Mount Forest on Tuesday, July 12, 2022 in his 85th year. Cherished husband of Geraldine “Gerry” Wilkinson (née Bowman) for 62 years. Beloved father of Pauline LeBlanc and her husband Dave, Debbie Hunter, and the late Robert Wilkinson. Loving grandfather of Brittany Franks and her husband Jeremy, Eric Hunter, Katrina Corley and her husband Steven, and Tyson LeBlanc. Dear great-grandfather of Alexis, Adalyn and Jayce Franks, Aviannah and Kaius Hunter, and Aislyn, Ryker and Edyn Corley. He will be sadly missed by his brother Wayne Wilkinson and his sister-in-law Sandy Wilkinson, many nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, extended family and many friends. Wally is predeceased by his parents Lawrence Wilkinson and Thelma & Doug Kidd, brothers Mervyn and Lloyd, sister Marion Kammerer and sister-in-law Dianne Wilkinson.
Wally made many friends during his lifetime while farming and then as an assistant funeral director and through his love of sports. Wally enjoyed the simple things in life, spending time with his family, friends and neighbours, and a good game of cards. Wally’s infectious smile and great sense of humour will live in our hearts forever.
Visitation will be held at the England Funeral Home, 294 Main Street South, Mount Forest, on Sunday, July 17th from 2:00 – 4:00 and 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. with a Masonic Service under the auspices of St. Alban’s Lodge #200 at 6:30 p.m. The funeral service will be held at the Mount Forest & District Sports Complex, 850 Princess Street, Mount Forest, on Monday, July 18th at 12:00 p.m., with visitation from 11:00 – 11:45 a.m. Interment to follow at Woodland Cemetery. Due to the ongoing construction on Hwy. 89 in Mount Forest, please visit www.englandfuneralhome.com for instructions on how to enter the funeral home parking lot for visitation. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Wally are asked to consider Woodland Cemetery or Cancer Patient Services, Mount Forest.
Condolences
Gerry, Pauline, Debbie & Families, I am sad to hear of Wally's passing, he was an amazing Friend was many years, always enjoyed his smile, quick wit & just being himself. Have many memories of my times with Wally & Gerry, which i will treasure forever. He was a great guy, he will be missed.
Our thoughts & prayers are with, god bless.....Bob Weber & Beth Schroeder
My most sincere condolences to you and all your family. May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time.
Karen Collings
May wonderful memories help you all through this time of sorrow ❤️ Wally will be so dearly missed.
— Helen Cane Kestner, July 14, 2022We were saddened to hear of Wally's passing. Always greeted us with a hand shake and a smile. A kind man with a big heart is how we will remember him. To Gerry and family our condolences and prayers are with you.
So sorry to hear about Wally's passing. He was a fine man.
Condolences to his wife. "In my father's house, there are many mansions, I go now to prepare one for you.
Rest in peace Wally.
Go Leafs ,go ( Wally was diehard leaf fan, ) !
Gerri and all Family Members:
I was so sorry to hear of Wally's passing. I had known him for a very long time. He was so wonderfully sympathetic and kind to us when my husband passed away. At one time he had mentioned to me how he used to play baseball with my brother, Bob Scott, at Dundalk. All the memories will be so good to have at this time.
Wally was such a kind and loving person to all he met.
Pauline Brown and family, (including Adam)
So sorry to hear of Wally’s passing.
He was such a kind comforting man.
When I came to Mount Forest for a visitation or funeral , I always found comfort in seeing Wally.
My condolences to Gerry, Pauline,Debbie and family.
Jan
Sending our sincere condolences to the Wilkinson family on the passing of Wally. Harvey always enjoyed chatting with Wally and they would reminence about the many hockey games they played together, even if they won or lost it was always a good time. Cherish your memories. RIP Wally
— Harvey & Brenda Maes, July 14, 2022Debbie and Gerry, my condolences go out to you.
— Jeanette Kiedyk-White, July 14, 2022Gerry and Family:
Wally was a one of a kind! Many good memories of shared sports, Agricultural Society meetings and fairs, social gatherings and, of course, your compassionate care while you worked at the funeral home. He is remembered with great respect. Our sympathy to all of his loved ones. George and Bonnie Holliday
Dear Gerry and Family,
Our deepest condolences on the loss of Wally, husband and father. Since we have met you both, and not living in Mount Forest long, you both made us feel very welcome here. Your husband's big heart and personality were contagious! We enjoyed his farming stories and dry humour and how Wally always made us laugh! Please know that Wally will live on in our few memories of him, and may all the unforgettable memories you and your family shared with your Wally, bring you comfort and strength in the days ahead. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Marilyn and I wish to extend to Gerry and family our sincere condolences on Wally's passing. You will be in our thought's at this sad time.
John & Marilyn Blue
We are sorry to hear about Wally our sincere condolences to Gerri and family
Kent & Agnes Benson
Our sincerest condolences to Wally's family. The world is a sadder place without his smile but the memories will last forever.
— Larry & Wilda Leibold, July 14, 2022Gerry and family,
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear husband and father. Wally will be missed and forever remembered in your wonderful memories. My sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Gerry and family - my sincere sympathy to you on your loss. Wally was a good friend and a true gentleman.
— Bob Adams, July 14, 2022Our sincere condolences to you Gerry and your family. Wally was such an incredibly kind and caring man. He will be missed.
— Susan and Don Koehler, July 14, 2022Gerry and Family, we send you our deepest condolences . Wally was a sincere, caring and kind gentleman ! Whether it was a personal or professional encounter Wally's warm smile and quick wit always left you uplifted .
— Sharon & Joe Fernandez, July 14, 2022Our most sincere condolences Gerry
to you and your family on your loss.
Please accept our deepest sympathies at this very sad time.
My sincere condolences to the families of Wally.
— Ann MacDonald, July 14, 2022Gerry and family -Deepest sympathy on your loss. May your cherished memories help you through this difficult time.
— Doris Carmount, July 14, 2022Condolences to Gerry and families. R.I.P. Wally. Helen Rice and Brenda Officer.
— Brenda Officer, July 14, 2022Gerry, Pauline and Debbie. Our sincere condolences on Wally’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Through the years we did many post game analysis with Wally in a variety of arena's around the area with Katrina and Tyson playing on the same teams as our kids. Wally always seemed to have positive comments no matter how the games turned out. He always had a smile on his face and enjoyed many a "Leafs" chat with Brad. He will be greatly missed by all of you. I'm sure the many great memories will help you through this tough time.
— Brad & Cathy Schwindt, July 14, 2022Our deepest condolences to Geraldine and family and friends on the passing of Wally. We will not be able to attend the visitations or funeral but will be thinking of you.
— Gerry and Sheila Verwey, July 14, 2022Our sincere condolences on Wally’s passing. He was truly and gentleman and will be missed by his family and the community also.
Mary & Bob Dippel
Gerrie and family, so sorry to hear of Wally's passing. He was a real battler, friend & sport. We have MANY great memories of him as you do as well. May God give you the peace and comfort that only He can at this time. Love and Prayers. Garn & Barb
— Garn & Barb Troyer, July 14, 2022I would like to extend my sincere sympathy on Wally's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.
Brenda Harris
Condolences to the family on Wally's passing. He was a lovely man who will be missed
— Gary & Cheryl Williamson, July 14, 2022Dear Gerri and family,
So very sorry to hear of Wally's passing, a great man, he was always had kind word when you met him. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda @ Lorne Treleaven
Gerry Pauline Debbie and your families please accept our condolences. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this most difficult time. Cherish the memories.
— Lorne and Florence Moyer, July 14, 2022Wally emulated quality in his professional life as well as personal.
Gerry and family, I know how it hurts...
Gerry, Pauline, Debbie and families
What a wonderful man. Always a smile and kind word when we chatted. I will miss our little jokes. Sending our thoughts and prayers. Pat and Diane Horrigan
Dear Gerry, Pauline ,Debbie and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved Wally. He was such a caring and kind man with an uplifting laugh, twinkling smile and his quick wit and sense of humour go unmatched .
May you all find peace and comfort in God’s loving arms . Rest In Peace dear Wally
Prayers and hugs,
Deedee and Don
Gerri and family, my condolences to you all, please know you’re in my thoughts and prayers. Wally was a special person, I loved his fun light hearted sense of humour, he was truly one of the best, I’m so fortunate to have had the pleasure of working with him. He will be missed by many.
Erin Tosh
Debbie, Britt & Eric, Gerry, Pauline & families -
We are very sorry to hear of Wally's passing. May you always hold his smiles and laughter close to your heart and may your memories help you through this sad time. Our most sincere condolences.
Gerry, Pauline, Debbie and families.
We are so sorry for your loss. Wally was a kind and gentle man always a smile and a hello. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Keep your memories close to your heart. Sending you our thoughts and prayers.
John and Cheryll Vandepas
Glenna Barton.
Gerrit and Family Sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Wally will be missed. Wayne and Sandra Lytle
— Wayne and Sandra Lytle, July 14, 2022My condolences for the loss of this saint .. he was such a kind and gentle man and will leave a whole with his passing .. prayers for your family .. may the many cherished memories provide comfort at this time ..
Stuart and Teresa Ghent
Gerri,girls and family. We are so sorry to hear of Wally's passing. Whenever we seen Wally he always came to say hi and would have his wonderful smile. Our thoughts are with you. Just remember memories will get everyone through this time and always.
— Karen Rave, July 14, 2022Gerri, Debbie, Pauline and Families
Wally was such a special man and will be dearly missed!
Sincere condolences
Donna Sutherland
Gerry and family,
As you remember the love, as you mourn the loss, may you also celebrate the life. May the healing hands of time and the timeless love of God carry you gently through the coming days. Ralph and I enjoyed driving the concessions of south Egremont with Wally and you as our tour guides. I always enjoyed visiting when I was at Woodland United.
Ralph and Donna Clark
Heartfelt sympathies, always enjoyed chatting with Wally(Go Leafs Go) such a gentleman with the Best smile and sense of humor, he was blessed with such a great loving family, he will be missed Rest In Peace Wally
— Jerry and Valerie Arthur, July 14, 2022Gerry & family,
Our deepest sympathy to you.
Brian Plume & Tamara Bondy
Our condolences to the family Wally was a great person.
— John&Patti Weber, July 14, 2022Gerry, Debbie, Pauline and families,
I am so sorry for you loss. Wally was an amazing man whose loss will leave a deep void.
Thinking of you all.
Vickie and Greg Mighton
My sympathies Gerri, Pauline, Deb and families. May you find peace and strength in the love of family embrace of friends.
— Diana Koehler, July 14, 2022My sincere condolences to all the Wilkinson family may your loving memories help you through this hard time. Sincerely Mary Wenger
— Mary Wenger, July 14, 2022