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WILLERT: Gregory George “Sam” of Zurich

February 15, 2019 By Haskett Funeral Homes 82 Condolences

WILLERT: Gregory George “Sam” of Zurich

Peacefully at Blue Water Rest Home, Zurich on Thursday, February 14, 2019 of Zurich at the age of 72.  Dear husband of Agnes (Bedard) Willert for over 46  years. Dear father of Douglas Willert of Zurich, Dennis & Nicole Willert of Lucan,  and Damion Willert of Zurich.  Beloved grandfather of Noah, Jessie; Ashton, Olivia, Ethan and Edison. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Judy McDonald of Allen Park, Michigan.  Predeceased by his parents Leland and Sarah Anne (Carlile) Willert, brothers Louis and Wayne, and brother-in-law John McDonald.  Fondly remembered by the Bedard family.  Sam will be greatly missed by his four-legged friend Charlie. A special thank you to the staff at the Blue Water Rest Home for their care and compassion.

Friends may call at St. Boniface Roman Catholic Church, 22 Mary Street, Zurich on Tuesday, February 19th from 9:30 – 10:30 AM where the Memorial Mass will be held at 11 AM with Fr. Matthew George, Presiding. Cremation with spring interment St. Peters Cemetery, St. Joseph.

Donations to the Canadian Paraplegic Association or JDRF Canada (Juvenile Diabetes) would be appreciated by the family. 

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  1. George and Sue Wilson

    February 24, 2019 at 10:29 AM

    Willert family, We send our sincere sympathy to you on your loss of Sam. You are in our thoughts and prayers. George and Sue Wilson

  2. Richard & Brenda Schilbe

    February 21, 2019 at 10:28 PM

    Agnes, Doug, Damion, Denjis, Nicole & family

    So sorry to hear of Sam’s passing. Please know you are in our thoughts & prayers at this difficult time.

    Sincerely
    Richard & Brenda Schilbe

  3. Laura Wilder

    February 20, 2019 at 7:53 PM

    Dear Agnes
    Sending you love and hugs at this difficult time.So sorry for your loss. xo

  4. Rob and Lisa Miller

    February 20, 2019 at 3:21 PM

    Agnes Doug Dennis Damion and Families
    Sending our deepest sympathies…..Thinking of yous at this very hard time. Sam will be missed

  5. Brian and Bonnie Steckle

    February 20, 2019 at 2:09 PM

    Dear Agnes, Doug, Damion, Dennis and Nichole.
    We want to offer you our deepest sympathy for the passing of Sam.
    We have many happy memories of your family when we lived beside you on Centre St. I can still hear the hearty sound of Sam laughing.
    We will continue to pray for you that God will give you peace and strength to endure.
    With much love ,
    Brian and Bonnie Steckke

  6. Gene and Deb Regier

    February 20, 2019 at 8:48 AM

    Agnes and family,

    So sorry to hear of Sam’s passing. Your faith and memories will be your strength.
    Thinking of you at this sad time.

  7. George and Elaine Keller

    February 19, 2019 at 11:15 PM

    Dear Agnes and family
    Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are on our thoughts and prayers

  8. Bob and Carol Johnston

    February 19, 2019 at 7:54 PM

    Agnes. And Family
    We were very sorry to hear about Sam.
    Our thoughts go out to you all at this sad time in your lives.
    Sincere sympathy

  9. Paul & Marylou Gunning

    February 19, 2019 at 2:30 PM

    Dear Agnes and Family, So sorry for your loss .. please know that you are in my thoughts & prayers..
    Hugs to all to all of you..xoxo

  10. Mike and Kim Foster

    February 19, 2019 at 11:40 AM

    Aunt Agnes , Doug, Dennis and Damion

    So sorry for your loss . You are in our thoughts and prayers

  11. Jim Burr

    February 19, 2019 at 11:28 AM

    Dear Agnes, I am so sorry to hear of Sam’s passing. My prayers are with you and your family at this time. The memories of the time you had together will be your strength.
    God bless,

  12. Diane Amacher

    February 19, 2019 at 10:53 AM

    Dear Agnes and Family – We were saddened to hear of Sam’s passing. We have many fond memories of times together over the years. We wish you peace and comfort in the coming days. God Bless. Dee and Denny

  13. Blue Water Rest Home Staff

    February 19, 2019 at 9:36 AM

    Sending condolences on behalf of the Residents, Staff and Board at Blue Water Rest Home. You are in our thoughts during this difficult time.

  14. Joan and Paul Ducharme

    February 19, 2019 at 7:46 AM

    So sorry to hear of Sams death Agnes, our heartfelt compassion to you all.
    Prayers are with you , and love.

  15. Chad &Jenn Patterson

    February 18, 2019 at 10:44 PM

    Willert Family ,Sending you all or love and prayers . Reat in peace Sam

  16. Tina Pickard

    February 18, 2019 at 10:43 PM

    Dear Agnes and family,
    I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Sam, you are such a special person and I wish I could be there for you.I am not able to attend the service due to my health issues. But my thought and prayers are with you …….Love Always your cousin Tina and (family) xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox

  17. Nadine Chong

    February 18, 2019 at 9:52 PM

    Dear Aunt Agnes, Doug, Dennis, Damion and family, we are so sorry to hear of Uncle Sam’s passing. May you find peace and strength in your cherished memories. You are in our thoughts and hearts during this difficult time.
    Ray & Nadine Chong

  18. Brenda Harburn

    February 18, 2019 at 4:55 PM

    I am sorry to hear of your loss

  19. Maryann Quesnel

    February 18, 2019 at 3:35 PM

    Dear Agnes and family,
    My deepest condolences to you and the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
    Maryann

  20. Reiny Freiter

    February 18, 2019 at 3:13 PM

    Agnes and Family
    I am sorry to hear of Sam’s passing. I enjoyed working with Sam at Hensall Coop for many years. He was a unique individual with a great sense of humour. Deepest sympathies.

  21. Joanne Smith(Corriveau)

    February 18, 2019 at 2:27 PM

    Agnes and family. My deepest sympathy

  22. Jason and Patti-Ann

    February 18, 2019 at 2:19 PM

    Aunt Agnes, Doug, Dennis, Damion and Families. We are very sorry for your loss. We will miss Uncle Sam.

  23. George Ducharme

    February 18, 2019 at 2:17 PM

    So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  24. Elaine Clarke

    February 18, 2019 at 1:47 PM

    Dear Agnes, Doug, Dennis and Damion …
    Ashton, Olivia, Ethan and Eddi
    Thinking of all of you …treasure the memories ❤️….sending hugs….
    Elaine

  25. Lilliane Laporte

    February 18, 2019 at 12:14 PM

    Dear Agnes,

    Sorry to hear about the passing of your dear husband. My thoughts are with you and the family.

    Lil

  26. Lilliane Laporte

    February 18, 2019 at 11:46 AM

    Dear Agnes ,

    Sorry to hear about Doug’s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

    Lil Laporte

  27. Patricia Cook

    February 18, 2019 at 11:29 AM

    Dear Agnes, I am so very sorry to hear of Sam’s passing. Please know that you are in my thoughts at this sad time. I send my sincerest condolences to you and your family, Agnes, along with a special heartfelt hug for you from me.

  28. Kim & Judy McKinnon

    February 18, 2019 at 11:00 AM

    Agnes & Family ….. Sending our sympathy to all of you at this sad time.

  29. Steve, Paula,Ben &Joel Morrison

    February 18, 2019 at 8:42 AM

    Dennis, Nicole,Noah and Jesse…
    We are sorry to hear of the passing of your dad, father-in-law and grandfather. Our heart goes out to you during this difficult time, memories last a lifetime.

  30. Chuck & Tanya Erb

    February 18, 2019 at 7:03 AM

    Dear Agnes & Family, We wish to extend our Sympathy to each one of you at this difficult time. We will keep you in our Thoughts & Prayers.

  31. Jason Bourne

    February 18, 2019 at 12:06 AM

    Agnes and family,

    So sorry to hear of your loss. My sincere condolences to you and your family.

  32. Michelle Wein nee Ducharme

    February 17, 2019 at 8:12 PM

    Agnes, Doug, Dennis, & Damion…I am so sorry for your loss.

  33. Marg Deichert

    February 17, 2019 at 7:16 PM

    Agnes, Doug,Damion & Dennis – Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
    Marg Deichert

  34. Dorothy Morrow

    February 17, 2019 at 5:45 PM

    Dear Agnes and Family Thinking of you today with a heavy heart, I was so sorry to hear that Sam had passed away on Thursday.
    I am sorry I will not be able to come to Zurich for the memorial service, but you and your family will be in
    my thoughts and prayers.
    Love to all,
    Dorothy Morrow

  35. Brenda & Bill DeGroot

    February 17, 2019 at 2:24 PM

    Agnes & Family
    Sending our deepest sympathy to all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you

  36. Danny, Karen & Kaitlyn Masse

    February 17, 2019 at 2:01 PM

    Our deepest sympathies to Agnes and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  37. Randy and Vicki Geoffrey

    February 17, 2019 at 11:04 AM

    Dear Agnes and Family, we send our sincere sympathy to you all, angels are always near to those who are grieving, to whisper to them that their Loved One is safe in the hands of God . The pain that Sam endured over the years was not easy to watch but you were the strength, Agnes to not give up and face each day with a smile, a inspiration to a lot of people….a beautiful woman with a heart so big! ????

  38. Danny, Karen & Kaitlyn Masse

    February 17, 2019 at 10:17 AM

    Our deepest sympathies to you Agnes and family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

  39. Judy Cammaert-Denomme

    February 17, 2019 at 1:10 AM

    So sorry for your loss Agnes. Thinking of you and your family at this very sad time. Hugs…Judy

  40. Catherine Shantz

    February 16, 2019 at 9:49 PM

    Agnes and family- We wish to convey our sincere condolences to each of you – may God surround you with peace and comfort in the days ahead. Gerald and Catherine Shantz

  41. Nancy-Rae and Bob Lovie

    February 16, 2019 at 9:09 PM

    Agnes and family…Our deepest sympathy and thoughts are with you at this sad time….Hugs to you….Cherish your memories….

  42. Janet Pleau

    February 16, 2019 at 8:31 PM

    Dear Agnes, so very sorry to learn of your loss. Tina just told me. You may not remember me well, but I am Uncle Ivan’s oldest daughter Janet. I came one weekend with my dad, my brother Jim, and his friends, whom later would all come to see you on weekends until that horrible accident on their way home… I often ask Tina about everyone, your mom Aunt Marie was so good to us and my dad always said she raised him after the twins were born. So very sorry again. My sincere condolences to you and your family. Would enjoy to talk some time……Janet married name Pleau

  43. Cecelia Denomme

    February 16, 2019 at 8:28 PM

    Dear Agnes – my sympathy to you and your family – I have many special memories of the Willert family – a very special part of our Zurich village – Our ‘home town family’ – always remain close in our hearts .
    Sincerely – Cecelia ( Sis) Denomme

  44. Marlene Bedard

    February 16, 2019 at 6:53 PM

    Dear Agnes, Our sympathy goes out to you and your family. May God be with all of you at this time. Marlene and Lennis Bedard

  45. Mary Welt

    February 16, 2019 at 6:07 PM

    Agnes , So sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless.

  46. Dick & Barb Rau

    February 16, 2019 at 4:53 PM

    Dear Agnes and Family,
    So sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

  47. Randy & Diane Hoffman

    February 16, 2019 at 4:34 PM

    Damion, Ashton, Olivia, Ethan & Edison

    Our Sympathy in the passing of your Father/Grandfather. We are thinking of you all at this difficult time.

    Randy, Diane, Corey & Cayla
    Hoffman

  48. Mike & Leanne Restemayer

    February 16, 2019 at 3:32 PM

    Our deepest sympathies. Thinking of you all at this time.

  49. Francis Denomme

    February 16, 2019 at 2:27 PM

    Dear Agnes and Family. So sorry to hear of Sam’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you throughout this difficult time. Sam will be greatly missed. Gone to a better place. GodSpeed.

    Francis and Bonnie

  50. Butch and Mariette Desjardine

    February 16, 2019 at 11:42 AM

    Agnes and family,
    Our deepest condolences on your loss of Sam. Had many a great laughs and good times and memories with Sam.
    Butch and Mariette Desjardine

  51. Willi and Waynne Charlton Tucson AZ

    February 16, 2019 at 11:42 AM

    Dear Agnes and family.
    So sorry to hear of Sam’s passing. He was such a sweet,gentle man with a big heart. We wish you peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in you hearts..

  52. Nancy Lee

    February 16, 2019 at 10:50 AM

    Dear Agnes, I am so sorry to hear that Sam passed away. I haven’t seen him for many years but I clearly remember his big, friendly smile and his sparkling eyes. He was certainly larger than life. You are all in my heart and prayers. ????

  53. Sally Desjardine

    February 16, 2019 at 10:46 AM

    Agnes, Doug, Dennis, Damion and families.

    I was so sorry to hear of Sam’s passing. Please accept my sincere sympathy to your entire family. Keep all of your memories close to your heart to help you through this difficult time.

  54. Al & Sharon Brokenshire

    February 16, 2019 at 10:23 AM

    To Agnes and your family our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you all, we had many good times together, you will always be in our thoughts and prayers, love to all
    Sharon & Brokie

  55. Brandi Leenders

    February 16, 2019 at 9:50 AM

    I’m so sorry to hear of Sam’s passing Agnes. He was a great guy. Thinking of you all and big hugs to you from me! Xoxo
    Brandi

  56. Jim Cook

    February 16, 2019 at 9:40 AM

    A lot of fond memories Rest in peace my friend. Warm hugs to Agnes and family.

  57. Janet StPierre

    February 16, 2019 at 9:16 AM

    So sorry for your loss Agnes, thinking of you and your family.

  58. Evelyn Huston

    February 16, 2019 at 9:06 AM

    So sorry for your loss Agnes and Family.

  59. Dennis and Barb Rau

    February 16, 2019 at 9:01 AM

    Dear Agnes and family
    So sorry for your lost. Sam was a good man and friend He will be missed. Our prayers are with you
    Dennis and Barb

  60. Peter and Diane Harrison

    February 16, 2019 at 8:44 AM

    Our greatest condolence to you Agnes and your family. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers
    Peter and Diane Harrison

  61. Patti and Stevie Geoffrey

    February 16, 2019 at 8:39 AM

    Dear Agnes , Doug, Dennis, Nicole, Damion and Grandchildren
    Keeping you close in heart and prayer during this sad time.
    We will miss our neighborly chats with Sam he had a big heart and was always so kind and caring .
    Sending our heartfelt sympathy, healing prayers and comforting hugs!!
    Patti and Stevie

  62. Giselle Durand

    February 16, 2019 at 8:30 AM

    Agnes, Doug, Dennis and Damien, I am so very sorry for your loss. Sam was a kind, good man and I know he will be greatly missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

  63. Darlene Passmore

    February 16, 2019 at 7:29 AM

    Words can hardly express the sadness I feel for your loss of Greg. He was a big man with a big heart and endured more physical pain than anyone should in a life time and I am privileged to have called him a friend. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

  64. Pat and Elaine Jeffrey

    February 16, 2019 at 7:15 AM

    Dear Agnes and family. We are so sorry to hear of Sam’s passing. Our prayers are with you.

  65. Jim Oesch

    February 16, 2019 at 7:01 AM

    Agnes , Doug , Dennis and Damien and family’s
    Sorry to see the loss of Sam he will be missed by many . Sending love and prayers

    Jim

  66. Tracy France

    February 16, 2019 at 6:49 AM

    My condolences to Aunt Agnes and the family. I am so very sorry to hear of your loss., you are in my thoughts. Cherish the memories.

  67. Dianne Gerstenkorn Weber

    February 16, 2019 at 5:33 AM

    Agnes and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I have many memories of the times at Hensall Co_op.

  68. Storme

    February 15, 2019 at 11:59 PM

    Doug, so sorry to read about your Dad, losing a parent is never easy

  69. Steve & Deb Overholt

    February 15, 2019 at 10:14 PM

    Dear aunt Aggie, Dougie, Dennis and Damion…please know you are in every thought at this time.
    We love you all very much….our deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband and dad and papa…
    Hugxo Steve & Deb

  70. Sheila & Dennis Jeffrey

    February 15, 2019 at 9:54 PM

    Dear Agnes, Doug, Dennis,Damien & families
    So sorry for your loss, you’re all in our thoughts and prayers
    Sam we be greatly missed

  71. Mozart and Julie Gelinas

    February 15, 2019 at 9:49 PM

    Agnes and Family….Sending our love and sympathy to you all. May your special memories of times together comfort you during this difficult time. Love Moz and Julie

  72. Gary and Linda Hayter

    February 15, 2019 at 9:33 PM

    Dennis Nichole Nona and Jessie. Gary and I are so sorry to hear of your father, father-in-law and grandfather,s passing. Our thoughts and prayer,s are with you all at this very sad time.

  73. Donna O 'Brien

    February 15, 2019 at 6:56 PM

    Dear Agnes and family. I’m saddened by Greg”s passing. .These last months have not been kind to Greg and I now hope his pain and poor health have been replaced with calm and peace.My love to you and your family in days ahead . Sincerely, Donna

  74. Alice Masse

    February 15, 2019 at 6:33 PM

    Dear Agnus and Family .Thinking of you all at this most difficult time .Deepest Sympathy Don &Alice Masse

  75. Mike and Liz Corriveau

    February 15, 2019 at 5:51 PM

    Agnes-May your memories give you and your family strength and help you in the days to come. Good bless you.

  76. Anita, Nick, Tyler & Girls

    February 15, 2019 at 5:39 PM

    You are in our thoughts and prayers Agnes, Doug, Dennis, Damion and families during this difficult time.

  77. Ron and Sandra Dickert

    February 15, 2019 at 5:24 PM

    So sorry to hear of Sam’s passing Agnes Doug Dennis Dameon and families you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time

  78. Rob Ducharme

    February 15, 2019 at 3:37 PM

    I would like to extend my deepest and heartfelt sympathy to Doug and the Willert family.

  79. Ron and Dianne Ducharme

    February 15, 2019 at 3:18 PM

    Dear Agnes and Family
    Our condolences to you and your family
    In the day the four of us would have some good times
    Good memories.
    Thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very
    sad time

  80. Shirley Southcott/Harry Plantenga

    February 15, 2019 at 2:44 PM

    Dear Agnes and Family, I am so sorry to hear of Sam’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. He will be missed that is for sure.

  81. Doug and Joyce McBeath

    February 15, 2019 at 2:08 PM

    Our prayers and sympathy go out to Agnes and the willet and Bedard families on your loss

  82. Vicki & Bob Hay

    February 15, 2019 at 2:02 PM

    Aunt Agnes, Doug, Denise & Damion … So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and hearts during this difficult time. Cherish all your memories. Hugs to all of you.

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