Wayne Dier
Wednesday, March 14th, 1934 – Saturday, December 25th, 2021.
With heavy hearts, the family announces the peaceful passing of Wayne Dier on December 25, 2021, in his 88th year. Husband of the late Janice Dier and predeceased by his son Gregory, parents Fred and Stella Dier and sisters Wilma and Virginia. Cherished grandfather to Ashley (Nathan McDonald) and Krysten O’Reilly and great-grandfather to Everly, Gregory, Charlotte, Cody and Myles. He will be lovingly remembered by his surviving sister Roma Wing, as well as his many nieces and nephews.
Wayne spent his childhood on the family farm in Westport, Ontario where he developed a love for everything outdoors, from fishing and hunting to guiding tourists to local fishing hot spots. There was never anything he wasn’t willing to attempt. His passion and love for school as a child, led him to pursue a career in teaching. It was while teaching in Wawa that he met the love of his life. A move from Wawa took he and Janice to Ottawa and then eventually to Smith Falls, where he raised his family and went on to become a well-respected elementary school principal.
Wayne adored his grandchildren and cherished spending every weekend with them in his home on the Mississippi Lake. Saturday night euchre games with friends, early morning fishing, seasonal hunting, long snowmobiling trips and taking care of everyone around him were Wayne’s favourite pastimes. His love for travel took him and Janice to many destinations around the world.
Most recently, Wayne and Janice moved in with their grand-daughter Ashley, husband Nathan and their five children. During this time, Wayne was able to spend every waking moment surrounded by those who adored him. He enjoyed family walks, trips to the soccer field, entertaining Everly, and long drives around the countryside. As per Wayne’s wishes, the burial of his ashes along with Janice and son Gregory, will take place at the Knox Presbyterian Cemetery in Westport. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society.
Funeral arrangements under the care and direction of Munro & Morris Funeral Homes Ltd., 20 Main St. Maxville (613-527-2898). As a Memorial to Wayne a tree will be planted in a memory woods. A tree grows-memories live. Condolences may be made online at www.munromorris.com
With heavy hearts, the family announces the peaceful passing of Wayne Dier on December 25, 2021, in his 88th year. Husband of the late Janice Dier and predeceased by his son Gregory, parents Fred and Stella Dier and sisters Wilma and Virginia. Cherished grandfather to Ashley (Nathan McDonald) and Krysten O’Reilly and great-grandfather to Everly, Gregory, Charlotte, Cody and Myles. He will be lovingly remembered by his surviving sister Roma Wing, as well as his many nieces and nephews.
Wayne spent his childhood on the family farm in Westport, Ontario where he developed a love for everything outdoors, from fishing and hunting to guiding tourists to local fishing hot spots. There was never anything he wasn’t willing to attempt. His passion and love for school as a child, led him to pursue a career in teaching. It was while teaching in Wawa that he met the love of his life. A move from Wawa took he and Janice to Ottawa and then eventually to Smith Falls, where he raised his family and went on to become a well-respected elementary school principal.
Wayne adored his grandchildren and cherished spending every weekend with them in his home on the Mississippi Lake. Saturday night euchre games with friends, early morning fishing, seasonal hunting, long snowmobiling trips and taking care of everyone around him were Wayne’s favourite pastimes. His love for travel took him and Janice to many destinations around the world.
Most recently, Wayne and Janice moved in with their grand-daughter Ashley, husband Nathan and their five children. During this time, Wayne was able to spend every waking moment surrounded by those who adored him. He enjoyed family walks, trips to the soccer field, entertaining Everly, and long drives around the countryside. As per Wayne’s wishes, the burial of his ashes along with Janice and son Gregory, will take place at the Knox Presbyterian Cemetery in Westport. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society.
Funeral arrangements under the care and direction of Munro & Morris Funeral Homes Ltd., 20 Main St. Maxville (613-527-2898). As a Memorial to Wayne a tree will be planted in a memory woods. A tree grows-memories live. Condolences may be made online at www.munromorris.com