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Wilson 'Willy' Staples
June 19, 1929 ~ December 13, 2016 (age 87) 87 Years Old Light a Candle
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A candle was lit by Cornelius koolhof
on December 26, 2016 2:33 PM
Message from Lloyd and Dorothy Banks, Banks Aggregate
December 22, 2016 2:07 PM
Our deepest sympathy to the Staples Family. A great man will be missed by the community and everyone that knew him as a business man.
Message from Marty and Gayle Jones
December 17, 2016 11:32 AM
So very sorry to hear of the passing of Willy. He will be greatly missed, he did so much for the community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Message from John and Mary Anne Brentnell
December 17, 2016 11:29 AM
Vera, Ken, Patsy, Linda and families,
So very sorry to hear of Willy's passing. What a wonderful husband, father, grandfather he has been over the years. And he has been an inspirational businessman to many people. He and Vera and family have been a friend to our family for many years and he will not be forgotten.
Sadly missed, John and Mary Anne Brentnell
So very sorry to hear of Willy's passing. What a wonderful husband, father, grandfather he has been over the years. And he has been an inspirational businessman to many people. He and Vera and family have been a friend to our family for many years and he will not be forgotten.
Sadly missed, John and Mary Anne Brentnell
Message from June Gall (Worsley) Cliff Jones and Family
December 17, 2016 10:40 AM
Condolences Vera , Linda, Ken, Patsy and Families..So sorry to hear of Wilsons passing..He will be missed by so many....
Message from Clare & Beryl Wilson
December 17, 2016 10:13 AM
Our sincerest sympathy to the Staples family at the passing of Wilson
Message from Dianne Tremeer
December 17, 2016 6:33 AM
So sorry to hear of Mr. Staples' passing. I knew him through Patsy (from years ago) and from the shop through my father, Ross. He was a good man and loved his family very much. His loss is immeasurable.
May God give you courage and strength.
Heaven has gained another angel.
My sincere condolences to you all.
Dianne Tremeer
May God give you courage and strength.
Heaven has gained another angel.
My sincere condolences to you all.
Dianne Tremeer
Message from Jim and Lola Merrlles
December 17, 2016 6:00 AM
With our deepest sympathy as you remember Wilson.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Vera and your family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Vera and your family.
Message from Joeann Ellis
December 16, 2016 2:15 PM
So sorry to hear of your loss. Willie was a gentleman and I will remember him from our days at all the different arenas watching Marcus and Chris and the other boys playing. My sympathies to Vera, 63 years is a very long time to have the same person by your side and then to lose them. Most of us do not get that much time together.
Message from Jules & Frances Sobrian
December 17, 2016 8:38 AM
It was a privilege to have known Mr. Staples. He was a kind, generous and helpful person and I learned a lot from him.
Message from Ron & Catherine Ashmore
December 16, 2016 1:23 PM
Condolences to the Staples family on the passing of Willy. My father Lloyd and I were always treated well by Willy and his family and the business. Willy had an impeccable work ethic and will be missed
Message from Bill and Rita Hannah
December 16, 2016 9:16 AM
Our Condolences to Vera and family. Willy was a great person to have worked for and he was a good friend and employer. Rest in Peace Wilson
Message from Herb and Linda Britton
December 15, 2016 8:41 PM
Sorry to hear to of Willy's passing. He was a wonderful caring person. He will be missed by all that new him.
Message from Kimberly Wilgosh & Family
December 15, 2016 6:15 PM
Our deepest condolences to you Patsy and to your family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this very sad time.
Message from The Otter Family @ Woodville Farms
December 15, 2016 4:04 PM
Wilson was truly a man for all ages. A man who gave his all and was really there for everyone. At the hardest of times, a man who followed his heart with an astute judge of character. We feel proud to have known you. Our sincere and deepest sympathy to his family and treasured friends. He will be missed, but the 'Willy' stories and memories will keep him forever in our heart and conversation...
A TABLE BASKET was sent by Debbie & Rick Copping & Family on December 15, 2016
Message from Ron and Doreen Worsley
December 15, 2016 11:06 AM
Our condolences to you Vera and your family. Wilson will be missed by the community and family
Message from Don Barkey
December 15, 2016 9:56 AM
Condolences to the Staples family. Rest in peace Willy!
Message from Nancy Wood
December 15, 2016 9:34 AM
My condolences to Vera and family. I did not know Wilson very well, bought my tires there many times. Wilson will be missed very much.
Message from Sue Patterson-Lieggi
December 14, 2016 10:25 PM
My condolences to the Wilson family. Although I did not know Willy except to say hello I am fortunate to work with Linda. You always speak so sweetly about your Dad Linda, he sounds like he was a great Dad. I know you will have many great memories to help you through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sue Patterson-Lieggi
Sue Patterson-Lieggi
Message from David Whittaker & Kim
December 14, 2016 9:04 PM
Our thoughts, sympathies and condolences are with you; the family and friends of Willy. He will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
A candle was lit by Dave Whitaker & Kim 💔❌â•ď¸Ź
on December 14, 2016 8:59 PM
Message from Joyce Frew on behalf of Gordon and Marie Frew
December 14, 2016 8:40 PM
From our family to yours. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Message from Mr & Mrs Phillip Lee
December 14, 2016 7:39 PM
Willy was good man and good friend for years we can remember being from town once you knew him you could trust and respect him and he treated everyone the same never stopped supporting our community what ever it was. Our Condolences to whole Staples family and community.
Message from Burt & Donna Gaynor
December 14, 2016 7:11 PM
Vera and family, so sorry to hear of Wilsons passing our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Message from Tom and Kathleen Edgerton
December 14, 2016 3:35 PM
Our sincere condolences go out to the Staples family. It is never easy to lose a loved one, but a man that was so obviously respected and loved by all is doubly difficult.
We did not have the privilege of knowing Wilson that well or for that long, but through his daughter Linda and Grandson Marcus we heard about a man who loved his family and community with a quiet passion.
Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
We did not have the privilege of knowing Wilson that well or for that long, but through his daughter Linda and Grandson Marcus we heard about a man who loved his family and community with a quiet passion.
Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Message from Tim and Shelley
December 14, 2016 2:17 PM
Our sympathy to you Patsy and your family, in your loss.
Message from Steve, Karen and Megan O'Neill
December 14, 2016 1:30 PM
So sorry to hear about Willy, such a wonderful man. Our condolences to all of the family.
Message from John & Jean Dainard
December 14, 2016 12:36 PM
Vera & Family: It is with great sadness to hear of the passing of Willy. He was a great man and will be missed by many.
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. John & Jean Dainard
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. John & Jean Dainard
Message from Dorothy Chambers
December 14, 2016 12:00 PM
My condolences to Wilson's family for the loss of their husband, Father, GrandFather . As this Christmas unfolds, you will be in my thoughts Vera. Our town will never be the same without this fine businessman and all he has done to help it grow.
Message from Lorne and Millie Lawder
December 14, 2016 11:19 AM
Our deepest condolence to the Staples family it was a pleasure to have known Willy for nearly fifty years both doing business with our farm and our personal contacts at community dinners and he will be missed as a friend and a very honest business man
he will be missed by all
Lorne and Millie Lawder
he will be missed by all
Lorne and Millie Lawder
A GRANDMA'S GARDEN TABLE BASKET was sent on December 14, 2016
With our deepest condolences your friends from LavoieTire.
Message from Alan & Judy Frew
December 14, 2016 9:19 AM
Rest in Peace, Willy. Our condolences to his family and friends
Message from Gwen & Bill Denby
December 14, 2016 10:45 AM
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Staples ,He was one of the finest man and business person in Lindsay. We have known Willy for over 50 years ,my father always went to Wilson Tire to have all his farm repairs done, Willy was a gentleman at all times ,he loved helping people, building things and had great morals in life. He would stand up with people for the greater cause for our community, He and Verna were made for each other, but as Willy would say without the love of my life, I would not have a thing. Rest in peace my friend, you deserve it! Pleased to be a your friend and someone you could count on when needed! The Denby Family
Message from David & Mariska Tomlinson
December 14, 2016 7:17 AM
Since learning of the passing of Wilson Staples yesterday morning, we have struggled to find the words to express our deep sadness.
By the time we had the pleasure to first get to know Wilson he was already well past the age when many are enjoying retirement. Yet, as if his thriving Tire business and property management didn’t keep him busy enough, this quiet, observant gentleman, with the twinkle in his eye and the dry sense of humour, who was first a customer, saw something in ourselves and our business and he soon became the best landlord and supporter than anyone could ever hope for. His vision, hands on help, friendly advise, hard work and high standards helped us and St. Dave’s Diner to grow and prosper at it’s second larger location.
Always willing to listen, always happy to advise, totally non-judgemental. Quick to spot a need and at the ready to remedy any situation any way he could.
His business acumen and wise ways were only surpassed by his generous heart. We learned so much from him. He was fond of saying “if you want to get things done, sometimes it’s better to ask for forgiveness, than it is to ask for permission”. Wilson always got things done, but he always looked out for the people that he worked with or that worked for him or were his tenants. Many is the time we saw him give folks a “hand up”. His support of our community and various causes have set the bar very high. He knew the value of a dollar, but he understood the value of people and the community more.
While searching for words, many come to mind: customer, landlord, supporter, advisor, mentor….friend….family. Wilson we were proud to have you as all of those and more.
Our hearts go out to Vera, Pasty, Linda, Ken and all of Wilson’s extended family and friends. Thank you for sharing Wilson with all of us, the world is a better place for him having been in it.
By the time we had the pleasure to first get to know Wilson he was already well past the age when many are enjoying retirement. Yet, as if his thriving Tire business and property management didn’t keep him busy enough, this quiet, observant gentleman, with the twinkle in his eye and the dry sense of humour, who was first a customer, saw something in ourselves and our business and he soon became the best landlord and supporter than anyone could ever hope for. His vision, hands on help, friendly advise, hard work and high standards helped us and St. Dave’s Diner to grow and prosper at it’s second larger location.
Always willing to listen, always happy to advise, totally non-judgemental. Quick to spot a need and at the ready to remedy any situation any way he could.
His business acumen and wise ways were only surpassed by his generous heart. We learned so much from him. He was fond of saying “if you want to get things done, sometimes it’s better to ask for forgiveness, than it is to ask for permission”. Wilson always got things done, but he always looked out for the people that he worked with or that worked for him or were his tenants. Many is the time we saw him give folks a “hand up”. His support of our community and various causes have set the bar very high. He knew the value of a dollar, but he understood the value of people and the community more.
While searching for words, many come to mind: customer, landlord, supporter, advisor, mentor….friend….family. Wilson we were proud to have you as all of those and more.
Our hearts go out to Vera, Pasty, Linda, Ken and all of Wilson’s extended family and friends. Thank you for sharing Wilson with all of us, the world is a better place for him having been in it.
Message from Glen and Leanne Munro
December 14, 2016 6:53 AM
Linda, pat and family so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad our thoughts and prayers are with you all 🌹
Message from Brenda and Norm Evans
December 14, 2016 12:59 AM
So sorry to hear of Wilson's passing. Our deepest sympathy goes out to Vera and all of the family. RIP my friend.
Message from Myrnna Fraser
December 14, 2016 12:16 AM
Vera, very sad to hear of Wilson passing, he will be greatly missed by all who knew him, I have fond memories of Wilson, esp playing Darts at the Moose, a great worker at events for the Moose, Lindsay has lost a special man.
Message from Kevin Avery and Kate Lowes
December 13, 2016 11:45 PM
We were deeply saddened to hear of willy's passing! Our condolences to all of his family!
Message from Teresa Dykstra-Baldwin
December 13, 2016 10:09 PM
Such a loss for the family,friends and community. Willy will be sorely missed. Such a great guy! My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this incredibly difficult time.
Message from June and murvin courtemanche
December 13, 2016 10:06 PM
Ă’ur sincere condolences. Our thoughts are with you Vera and the family.
Message from Stephen and Kim Junkin
December 13, 2016 9:55 PM
Will be missed Willy. R. I. P.
Message from Joanne and Brian Hough
December 13, 2016 7:45 PM
Our sincere condolences to the family. Mr.Staples and I spoke several times about both of my sons playing hockey for the Wilson Tire teams. May he rest in peace.
Message from Lori and Jason Dewar
December 13, 2016 7:25 PM
Marcus, Linda and families we are so sorry to hear of Willy's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Message from Peter O'Neill
December 13, 2016 7:19 PM
To yhe Family of Wilson Staples...My sincere condolences to your family on the passing of a great man. May you hold all the great memories in your hearts and minds. God bless you all.
Message from Nicole and Ray Persaud
December 13, 2016 6:44 PM
What can words say, not enough for such a wonderful man, a man that would give the shirt off his back to a perfect stranger, a man that gave everyone a chance, he has touched our lives so deeply in last 13 years that I have worked for him. He is one of a kind and will never be forgotten, for the ones he left behind it is greatly painful, but we will meet again, until then hold tight your favourite memories and remember to "have a care", Our thoughts and prayers are always with you Staples family and friends....God Bless
Message from Merlin Leney (Merlins Home Improvements)
December 13, 2016 6:42 PM
Willy will be missed by many, he was a gentleman always and a very fair business person. I have dealt with willy since 1978 when I moved to Lindsay and have never experienced better service anywhere else like at Wilson Tire. God bless you Willy and may you rest in peace.
Message from Debra Hill
December 13, 2016 5:53 PM
Always in my heart and prayers.
Message from Brian Riddle and Velma Staples
December 13, 2016 4:48 PM
We were very saddened to hear the passing of Wilson. May he Rest in Peace.
Message from Darwin and Barbara Germyn
December 13, 2016 4:07 PM
Very sorry to hear of Willy,s passing.He will be greatly missed by you Vera you and your family.
The community events he sponsored by attending their functions and the Moose lodge for his tireless support will miss him.
Great man
The community events he sponsored by attending their functions and the Moose lodge for his tireless support will miss him.
Great man
Message from Sandra McGill
December 13, 2016 3:42 PM
So sorry to hear of the passing of Willy, he was a great guy and will be missed.
Message from Robert & Heather Collins
December 13, 2016 3:29 PM
Vera the lost to you and your family is a large one, Wilson will be missed by many both family and friends he was such a good person who over the years touched so many with his generosity and kindness. He loved all of you very much. Willy may be gone in body but the legacy he leaves behind made him very proud! Our prayers are with all of you.
Message from Steve Woolfrey
December 13, 2016 2:40 PM
Rest in Peace, Willy. My condolences to family and friends
Message from Joan Bristow
December 13, 2016 1:44 PM
So very sorry to hear of Willy's passing.My thoughts and prayers are with you Vera and your family.
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