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MAXWELL: Gary Burton of Hensall

November 27, 2017 By Haskett Funeral Homes 69 Condolences

MAXWELL: Gary Burton of Hensall

Passed away peacefully with his family by his side at London Health Sciences Centre-University Hospital on Sunday, November 26, 2017 of Hensall, in his 72nd year. Loving husband of Ann (Harlton) Maxwell for 48 years. Dear father of Sherri and Bill Fox of Granton, and Tracy and David Burns of Kitchener. Dear grandfather of Andrew; Meredith, and Hayden. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Douglas Maxwell, Marilyn Thiel and Charlie Ducharme, and Sandra Maxwell and Earl Gackstetter. Gary will be missed by several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by siblings Wallace, Ilene, Ronald, Arnold, Robert, and June.

Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter (1 street west of Main) on Thursday, November 30, 2017 from 9:30-10:30 AM, where the memorial service will be held at 11 AM. Cremation with interment Baird’s Cemetery. 

For those who wish, donations may be made to Heart & Stroke Foundation or London Health Sciences Foundation.

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  1. Deborah Cooper

    December 24, 2017 at 2:26 PM

    I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Uncle Gary. I wish I had known he was sick. Would love to hear from you Aunt Ann.
    Your niece Deborah

  2. Margaret Visscher

    December 20, 2017 at 10:02 AM

    Dear Ann and family. My sincere condolences with the loss oss of Gary Margaret Visscher

  3. Nicole Denison

    December 7, 2017 at 12:04 AM

    Dearest Ann and entire family:

    I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your dear husband of 48 years.
    John, my brother sent me the obituary notice , so I just found out.
    Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

    Winn Nicole and Perry Denison

  4. Shirley Bnnerman

    December 6, 2017 at 10:52 PM

    Dear Ann and family
    We wish that we’d known Gary better. It sounds like he was a kind , fun, and caring person. May you experience God’s comfort and direction in the days ahead.

  5. Dawn Currie

    December 3, 2017 at 7:23 PM

    To all the Maxwell family,
    Sorry for your loss.
    Dawn Currie (Nancy’s daughter)

  6. Dave and Beth Prouty

    December 2, 2017 at 8:19 AM

    Ann we are so sorry to hear of Garry,s passing. You have our sincere sympathy to you and your family.
    Dave and Beth

  7. Doug & Betty Lynn Eckel

    December 1, 2017 at 6:14 PM

    Anne and family: We are so very sorry to hear of your great loss. So much fun was had with you and Gary at all the conventions we used to attend. We will treasure all of those great times. May all of your wonderful memories help you now and in the difficult days ahead. Hugs to all … ♥

  8. Shirely Southcott/Harry Plantenga

    November 30, 2017 at 10:02 PM

    Ann and family , So very sorry to hear of Gary’s passing.

  9. Gladys McGregor

    November 30, 2017 at 7:17 PM

    So sorry Anne to hear of Garys passing. Thinking of you and your family at this sad time. Gladys McGregor

  10. Tom Dickins

    November 30, 2017 at 6:22 PM

    Ann, Sherri, Tracy and Family

    So Sorry for your loss, lots of memories of Gary, he will be greatly missed.
    Tom and Julia Dickins

  11. Bob & Nancy CAmpbell

    November 30, 2017 at 12:34 PM

    Ann & family,
    Our deepest sympathy to you all. Gary will be missed by the Hensall community.

  12. Marion McCarter

    November 30, 2017 at 11:16 AM

    Ann and Families
    So sorry to hear of your loss. Remember all the good times and treasure them as you journey forward carrying them in your hearts forever. Deepest Sympathy.
    Marion (Thomson) McCarter

  13. Francis Denomme

    November 30, 2017 at 9:48 AM

    Ann and Family
    I am very sorry for your loss he will be missed by all

  14. Keith & Dianne Ahrens

    November 30, 2017 at 9:06 AM

    Ann and Families… So sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. He was a great guy and will be missed. Hold on to all the wonderful memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad and difficult time. May God Bless all.
    Love & Hugs Ernie & Dianne Ahrens

  15. Lynda Iredale- Conlin (Parsons)

    November 29, 2017 at 11:04 PM

    to Ann and all the family…to the Maxwell families…deepest sympathy to all of you with Gary’s passing, hold dear your many memories, may God give you comfort and strength in the days ahead…..God Bless

  16. Norma & Paul Hansen

    November 29, 2017 at 8:28 PM

    Where ever a beautiful soul has been, there is a trail of wonderful memories. Gary will be remembered and missed by many. Our condolences to all. X O

  17. Ray and Marjorie McLean

    November 29, 2017 at 7:45 PM

    Ann and Family: So saddened to read of Gary’s passing. Ray started school with him and has many fond memories of their times together in Hensall. A terrific guy and will be missed so much
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  18. Ray and Marjorie McLean

    November 29, 2017 at 7:43 PM

    Ann and Family: So saddened to read of Gary’s passing. Ray started school with him and has many fond memories of their times together in Hensall. A terrific guy and will be missed so much in Hensall. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  19. Bob and carol johnston

    November 29, 2017 at 6:46 PM

    Dear Ann and family.
    We were so sorry to hear the sad news about Gary . He was a great guy and will be greatly missed by all his friends
    Our thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time in your lives
    Bob and Carol

  20. Hugh & Fran McCallum

    November 29, 2017 at 3:55 PM

    Sincere Condolences
    Hugh & Fran McCallum

  21. Jack triebner

    November 29, 2017 at 2:42 PM

    To Ann and family sorry about the loss of Gary.
    Please accept our sympathy

    Jack And Betty Blue .

  22. Chuck & Tanya Erb

    November 29, 2017 at 1:34 PM

    Dear Ann and Family, So Sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. We have had many Great times & Laugh’s over the years. Keeping You All in our Thoughts and Prayers. Chuck & Tanya Erb

  23. Ron and Dianne Ducharme

    November 29, 2017 at 12:46 PM

    Dear Ann and family
    We are so sorry to hear of your loss
    Thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time

  24. Linda and Jim Ferguson

    November 29, 2017 at 11:28 AM

    Ann and Family:

    Our condolences on your loss. Gary will be missed in the community.
    You are in our thoughts.

  25. Donna Regier

    November 29, 2017 at 11:24 AM

    Ann, Sherri, Tracy and Family, and to the Maxwell Family, my deepest sympathy in the passing of Gary, I remember Gary as always smiling and being a upbeat guy, I am sure he is going to be greatly missed by all. God Bless! “ Cherish your many Memories” Donna,Ronalynn and Brent.????

  26. Marilyn Campbell

    November 29, 2017 at 10:04 AM

    Ann & All Your family & All Gary’s Siblings
    I extend my sympathy to all of you at this very sad & difficult time. Each of you will have so many memories to share.
    May God provide you all with the added strength now & in days ahead. My thoughts are with you all.

    Marilyn Campbell

  27. Harley and Dianne Gratton

    November 29, 2017 at 9:57 AM

    Sad to hear of Gary’s passing. …I remember good memories of working with Gary at the Grand Bend Water Plant for many years.
    Harley Gratton

  28. Greg & Brenda Dayman

    November 29, 2017 at 9:11 AM

    Ann & All the Maxwell family
    We are so sorry to see the passing of Gary…What a great guy he was!!! May your memories bring you comfort in the days ahead! Thinking of you all!!

  29. Bonnie Groot

    November 29, 2017 at 8:50 AM

    You have our deepest sympathy to you and your family Anne we are thinking of you , from the Groots and Bruxers.

  30. Anne & Brad Moussseau

    November 28, 2017 at 11:03 PM

    Anne & family,
    Brad & I offer our sincere sympathy in Gary’s passing. Thinking of you & keeping you in our thoughts in the difficult days ahead. Cherish your most wonderful memories.
    Brad & Anne

  31. Barbara Jameson

    November 28, 2017 at 10:31 PM

    Dear Ann
    My condolences to you and your family, l am so sorry for your loss.
    My thoughts are with you.

    Barbara (Mulholland) Jameson

  32. David Long Hensall Fire Station

    November 28, 2017 at 10:14 PM

    Dear Ann and Family
    I would like to express our deepest sympathy and condolences on behalf of the Officers and Firefighters of the Hensall Fire Station.
    Gary was a member of our station for many years and retired as our Chief.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
    David Long
    Station Chief
    Hensall

  33. Eugene and Linda Webber

    November 28, 2017 at 8:42 PM

    Marilyn and family: Sorry to hear of the passing of your brother Gary. Eugene worked with him at Bendix… Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever in your heart.

  34. Bob and Edith Hodgins

    November 28, 2017 at 8:42 PM

    Ann we are so sorry to hear about Gary. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Our deepest sympathy. Bob and Edith Hodgins

  35. Elaine Haugh

    November 28, 2017 at 8:15 PM

    Ann and family, will miss coming around the corner and seeing Gary out doing the yard work, etc.
    Enjoyed the time when he was on the commission while working for the Hensall P.U.C.
    RIP Gary

    Elaine Haugh

  36. Sue Riley

    November 28, 2017 at 8:07 PM

    Ann and family ….”our deepest sympathy on Gary’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you” Sue Riley/Neil McAllister

  37. Bill & Linda Soldan

    November 28, 2017 at 7:55 PM

    Anne, Sherri , Tracy and family..we send our sympathy to you in the passing of a great guy. Gary always had a smile and time to visit. He will be missed.

  38. Doug and Joyce McBeath

    November 28, 2017 at 6:56 PM

    To Ann and the Maxwell family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. My first memory of Gary was at SS#6 Stanley PS where he and his sisters and brothers went to school. Our paths crossed again when we moved to Zurich. Old Rockers SLO Pitch, Hensall Puc, Northcrest, Queensway Nursing Home and the Hensall Legion. He was a great community man.

  39. Joyce Black

    November 28, 2017 at 6:03 PM

    Ann and family,
    I was so very sorry to hear of the passing of Gary. Family and friends will miss his smile and friendly nature. Sincere sympathy at this sad time and thinking of you and the girls as you face the weeks and months ahead. I will be in touch Ann. Love Joyce and family.

  40. Phil and Chris Turner

    November 28, 2017 at 4:03 PM

    Ann, Sherri, Tracy and families
    Please accept our most sincere condolences on you loss,
    May all the wonderful memories each of you hold of Gary give you all strength during this most difficult time.

  41. Tom and Rose Merrigan And family.

    November 28, 2017 at 3:58 PM

    To Ann & the Maxwell Family

    Sorry to hear of the passing of our good friend Gary, he will surly be missed by his family, friends & community.
    The one event that sticks out in our mind is, we always went to the Snowbirds Extravaganza every January in Florida.
    RIP my buddy your fight is now over.

  42. Joan Hodgins-Emery

    November 28, 2017 at 3:10 PM

    Hi Ann and Family:
    Marlene sent your sad news to me. Please know that I am thinking of you at this time. Jim and I are very sorry for Gary’s passing. I can’t believe that you were married for 48 years. Please know that God knows what about your difficult times. May you know His love.

    Love from Joan

  43. Bryan and Vana Gammie , Lucknow,Ontario

    November 28, 2017 at 2:51 PM

    Dear Anne and family, We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Gary. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Cherish all the your wonderful memories.

  44. Marlene Ingram

    November 28, 2017 at 1:36 PM

    Ann and family , So very sorry to hear of Gary’s passing.

  45. Lori Flynn

    November 28, 2017 at 12:23 PM

    So sorry for your loss. My condolences to you Ann and your family.

  46. Chris Vanstone Wurm

    November 28, 2017 at 12:10 PM

    Ann and family. Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you and the Maxwell families.

  47. Greg Campbell

    November 28, 2017 at 11:10 AM

    I’m so sorry for your huge loss.I’ve known Gary most of my life and have nothing but good memories.Sending my condolences and wishing I could attend memorial.

  48. David Grundy

    November 28, 2017 at 11:00 AM

    We are saddened to hear of Gary’s passing and our thoughts are with Ann and family. Gary was one of the first folks to make us feel welcome when we moved to Hensall and we will miss him greatly.

    Dave & Shirley

  49. Doug Dalrymple

    November 28, 2017 at 10:19 AM

    Doug and I were so sorry to hear about Gary .I know this is a very sad and difficult time for you and your family.You have our very deepest sympathy.

    Doug and Judy Dalrymple

  50. Kathy Stephenson

    November 28, 2017 at 9:18 AM

    Ann and family,
    I am so sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. Growing up, I saw him every day and he always had time for a visit. He was a very kind man.
    My sincere sympathy to all of you at this difficult time.
    Kathy(Sangster)Stephenson

  51. Evelyn Vincent

    November 28, 2017 at 7:58 AM

    Ann,
    Sincere sympathy in your great loss Praying for God’s peace and strength for you and your family during this difficult time.

  52. Pete and Deb Timmermans

    November 28, 2017 at 7:57 AM

    Sincere condolences from Pete and Deb Timmermans and Family……

  53. Northcrest Board of Directors

    November 28, 2017 at 7:36 AM

    Dear Ann & family
    We share in extending our sincere condolences on your loss. May family, friends and memories support you as you grieve, and may Gary rest in peace.
    The Northcrest Board of Directors.

  54. Frank&Janet Winters (Bilcke)

    November 28, 2017 at 6:20 AM

    Ann, Sherri, Tracy and families,
    Our condolences go out to you and your families at this difficult time.
    We can always take comfort in knowing our loved ones are at peace now.
    Hugs

  55. Wendi Schwindt

    November 27, 2017 at 11:10 PM

    Oh, Ann I am so sorry to hear this…my deepest sympathy. I will keep you and the girls in my thoughts and prayers.

  56. Kathy Mann

    November 27, 2017 at 9:41 PM

    So shocked to hear of Gary’s passing Ann. I have you in my thoughts and prayers

  57. Wilma Visscher

    November 27, 2017 at 9:10 PM

    Dear Ann and family…so very sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers in the days and weeks and months ahead.
    Wilma(Truemner) and Bert Visscher

  58. Gary and Bonnie Lawrence

    November 27, 2017 at 9:04 PM

    It is with our heart full sadness in the loss of your dear husband and best friend, father and grandpa with Gary’s passing. He was a very good friend and a long lasting chum with all the Hensall boys. He also did great Hensall P.U.C. work for this town. Our deepest sympathy goes to you and your family.
    Love you all. Gary and Bonnie Lawrence

  59. DonnaO'Brien

    November 27, 2017 at 7:55 PM

    Dear Ann and family I was sorry to learn of Gary’s passing and am sending my deepest sympathy to all of you.Please know you are in my special tho’ts. Sincerely,Donna

  60. Alvin/Marilyn Taylor

    November 27, 2017 at 7:11 PM

    Ann and family
    Sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. May happy memories sustain you through this difficult time.

  61. Jamie & Barb Caldwell

    November 27, 2017 at 6:48 PM

    Ann, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of Gary. It was always great having a chat with him. Our heart goes out to you and your family. Take care. Jamie & Barb

  62. Carolien Bane

    November 27, 2017 at 6:46 PM

    Anne I am so sorry to hear about Gary, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. My thoughts are with you.
    Carolien Bane-White

  63. Bob & Grace Clarke

    November 27, 2017 at 6:34 PM

    Sandy , Earl and family , we are so sorry to hear of Gary’s passing . We pray that God will provide the comfort and strength , needed to help you and your family through these tough times . May God bless , Bob & Grace Clarke , Belle River .

  64. Dave and Joan Reichert

    November 27, 2017 at 6:16 PM

    so sorry to hear of Gary’s passing our condolences goes out to the family

  65. Wendy Parsons

    November 27, 2017 at 6:08 PM

    Ann and family

    Mr. Maxwell will be missed. So sorry for your loss.

  66. Beverley Bell

    November 27, 2017 at 6:04 PM

    Ann, my condolences go out to you and your family . Gary was such a nice man and will be dearly missed.

  67. Cheryl Kelly

    November 27, 2017 at 5:43 PM

    So sorry for your lost! You will be missed!

  68. Karen Dickins

    November 27, 2017 at 5:04 PM

    Ann and family, I am so shocked to hear of Gary’s passing. My condolences to you. Gary was always so helpful to everyone and always had a smile, he will be missed by many. Keep your precious memories close, they will help you through the dark day’s.

  69. Carol & John Coleman

    November 27, 2017 at 5:00 PM

    Dear Ann & entire family; we were sorry to read of Gary’s passing. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy at this time. He was always fair & kind to us. He will be missed.
    John & Carol Coleman

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