Waples, Jason “Jay” Keith
Jay left us Monday, February 5, 2018 at the age of 35. Beloved husband of Jenny. Loving Dada of Jack and Abby. Dear son of Gordon and Denise Waples, and son-in-law of John and Jo-Dee VanLooy. Cherished brother of Amanda Waples (Tyrone “T” Hammond) and brother-in-law of Jason VanLooy and Jamie (Ryan) Peltier. Loving grandson of Keith and Eileen Waples, and Steve “Sonny” and the late Jean Haddon. Jay will be fondly remembered and missed by his aunts, uncles, cousins and his closest friends Jeff MacLeod and Andrew Milligan who loved him like a brother.
Jay was a loving father, husband, son and brother. His devotion to those around him was as deep as his love for nature. His passion for hunting and fishing was so strong he could have lived under the open skies, enjoying the excitement of every new adventure out in the wild. He always found the time and went out of his way to help family, friends and neighbours. He will be missed by so many for his quick wit and all around infectious personality. Gone too soon but never forgotten, always in our hearts.
Cremation and a private family service has taken place. A Celebration of Jay’s Life will be held on a later date.
In lieu of flowers, a trust account for Jack and Abby has been set up with BMO Bank; Transit #0301; Account # 3976014. To make a donation please contact your local BMO branch, or give trust information to your regular financial institution. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Rod Abrams Funeral Home.
Joanne Kennedy says
Sincere condolences to the Waples Family. I am deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Jay. I spent many years working with Jay at ITS. He was a wonderful and caring person who was always eager to help out or simply make you smile. I will miss him dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Helen Harness and David Clarke says
Our sincere condolences to the all the Waples family. We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Jay. He brightened up our lives with his wonderful smile and very clever wit. We loved it when he appeared on our doorstep for Michael and Andrew, always leaving us happy. Such an honour and a pleasure to have known Jay.
robert burgess says
Sincere condolences to the Waples family Our thoughts are with you
Lucy Hebert says
Denise and Gord my condolences to you both, and to Jay’s family and friends. God bless.Our thoughts and prayers are with all of those whose lives he touched.
Don&Pat Watkins says
Gord & Denise
We were so sorry and heatbroken
to hear about Jay.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bob and June Dickenson says
Our sincere condolences..our thoughts are with you,very sorry
Glen Hobin says
So sorry to hear about your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with your family.Time is a healer.
Glen & Cheryl Hobin & family.
Susan & Tim Campe says
Gord & Denise, we are so sorry for your heartbreaking loss, you and your family are in our thoughts.
John and Sarah Hennessey and Family says
Gord, Denise and Family, we cannot adequately express the sorrow we share with you. Take comfort in the memories you shared with him and. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Jenny and the children.
Allan & Kendra Casselman says
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Jay !!
Allan & Kendra Casselman says
Thoughts and prayers to the Waples family and friends !! R.I.P. Jay.
Blair & Lorrie Keeling says
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Diane Currie says
Don’t know where to begin,don’t know what to say…just feeling sad your family are going through this…hug the little ones close and let friends comfort you..so many truly care ..
Steve & Julie Gilmour says
Our most sincere condolences for your loss.
Susie Kerwood says
Denise, Gord and Amanda, My heart is breaking for you, I can’t imagine the pain you are going thru, I am lost for words my deepest sympathy to the entire Waples family
Randy and Leslie Fritz says
Our hearts and prayers,going out to Gord,Denise,the entire Waples Family.
Wade McCoy says
Our most sincere condolences go to the whole Waples family at this painful time.
Joan and Wade.
sandi Morrissey says
Sincere sympathy to the Waples Family. We cannot imagine the pain you are experiencing at this most difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincere Sympathy,
Dennis & Sandi Morrissey
Spiers Family says
Sincere heartfelt Condolences to the Waples Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. Jay was a mentor to Joe. Joe thought the world of Jay.He will truly be missed.
Mike, Jeannie and Joe Spiers
Steve, Louisa & Maddy Surette says
Our deepest and most sincere sympathies go out to you all. We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Jay will be missed by all who ever had the pleasure to know him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bill & Sue Morris says
Denise,Gord & Amanda:
Our hearts are breaking for you – we cannot imagine the devastation you must be feeling. We have many fond memories of when Jay & Rob were at Brookville school & played ball & hockey together. He will live on in his children – I’m sure they will bring you some comfort. Our sincerest condolences- you are all in our thoughts.
Peter Binsfeld and Vickie St says
To Jenny and the Waples family and friends
We are heartbroken to hear of your loss. There is nothing but prayers that we can offer to help in this terrible time. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with your families. Our greatest sympathies to the many that are suffering as he had such a lasting impression on everyone that was lucky enough to have met him
Barry and Jane Lee says
To the Waples family, Jenny, Jack and Abby
Jay was in and out of our lives since he was the fun loving teenager living at the farm across the road. From his days of helping with hay and offering to clip a paddock for us with Gord’s ride on mower, we watched him grow into a fine and caring young man who never lost his love for all people and the great outdoors. Jay treated Barry as a respected friend and mentor with never a thought to the over 40 year age difference between them.
When thinking of Jay, the following words come to mind:
“We do not own this life, this body – our shadows pass across the earth, following the wind into the wide, eternal sky”. Jay will be a bright star in that eternal sky and in our hearts and minds forever. So deeply missed and mourned. Our hearts go out to all the family.
adam pettipiere says
deepest sympathies from all the Pettipiere family. we had some great times together and a lot of laughs! going to miss fishing with you at the mile buddy!
Susan Leigh, Christopher & Malcolm says
Dear Denise, Gord, Amanda, Jenny & the entire family,
Our thoughts and hearts are with you as you struggle with the loss of your beloved Jay…All the beautiful & cherished memories will warm your hearts forever. Take comfort in knowing that Jack and Abby will carry Jay’s wonderful spirit and passion throughout their lives…. Love & Sincerest condolences
Susan Leigh, Christopher & Malcolm
linda trollope says
Dear Gord, Denise, Amanda, Jenn and children:
Sending our deepest sympathy and condolences on the loss of your beloved Jay. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Love from the Saunders and Devitt Families
Betty Smith says
Dear Denise,Gord, Amanda, Jenny, Jack, Abby, and Family:
It is with great sadness that I send this note to let you all know that my thoughts are with you each day as you struggle to deal with your heart breaking loss of Jay. Please accept my sincere condolences and love to you all and know that I share your grief and sorrow.
Auntie Betty
Aaron ‘JTR’ Erwin says
Dear Jenny and Family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I played Varsity Rugby with Jay and enjoyed his character immensely. His energy and zest for the unknown was infectious and he always kept everyone on their toes. I will always cherish the memories I was a part of in his life, my sincerest condolences to you are your family.
Betsy Smith, Les Garant and Jillian Campbell says
Gord, Denise, Jenny & Family:
Our most sincere condolences for your loss. Hang on tight to the great memories, it sounds like there are lots of them. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Heather Mark&Cortney Toner says
Gord Denise Amanda, Jenny and Family
Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. We all have great memories of Jay’s love for the outdoors and the sharing of his passion for fishing. Jay was a great role model for all of our kids. Jay ,you will be truly missed.
John & Eileen Kearney says
Dear Jenny & Famiily
Our hearts are saddened. Jay was the kindest man & loved by so many. He loved everyone but showed great love & respect for the elderly. We always enjoyed Jay’s visits as they were filled with laughter & wonderful stories. He had a smile we will never forget. Please accept our sincere condolences &you are in our prayers.
Kim Smith, Dave, Ryan and Brett Chapman says
Dear Jenny, Jack, Abby, Denise, Gord, Amanda and family
Words cannot express how sorry we feel about your heart breaking loss. Jay was a wonderful person. Hold your memories of him close to your heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Denise, know that I am here for you. Love to all.
Brenda Swan says
Gord Denise Amanda
And Jenny and Children
Please know our sincere sympathy and support of your pain at this
Time is there with you. Although there is no words to comfort you.
Please know we are there for you
And our thoughts and prayers everyday. Brenda and Paul
Katie Milligan says
Dear Jenny & family,
I’m so incredibly sorry for your loss. With such a loss that only you can truly understand, there really are no comforting words. I hope you find some comfort in knowing just how much love, thoughts, prayers, and support surrounds you. Great memories of Jay will prevail and make you smile, just as he would want them to. Jay’s presence was a breath of fresh air. His personality was larger than life. New Tecumseth area has lost a great one. His beautiful legacy will continue to live on in Jack and Abby and will help comfort you through the hard times, always.
Amelia Smith & Jay, Stefan and Sasa says
Dear Jenny, Jack, Abby, Gord, Denise, Amanda and family.
Our thoughts are with you. Please accept our sincere condolences. I have only sweet memories of Jay, what a lovely young man he was. Reach out if you need us, anytime. Love to you all.
Amelia, Jay, Stefan and Sasa
Paul Kearney says
Dear Jenny,
First I’m a cousin of Andrew Milligan & had the pleasure to meeting Jay a handful of times & he always had a big smile & infectious laugh. I’m very sorry for your loss & I know we lost a great one! I will be praying for you & the children as well as the rest of the family. I pray that some healing will take place in your soul & that you will be strong & able to try to pick up your lives for your 2 young children
Luke, Jenn and Everett Jefferson says
Dear Jenny, Jack, Abby, Gord, Denise , Amanda and the VanLooy and Waples Family: Words cannot describe how incredibly heartbroken we are for your loss.
Growing up with Jay was a joy. His friendship, loyalty, energy and generosity were boundless and he brought a light to everyone who met him. We will always remember him for his love of adventure, his absolute refusal to let you keep a straight face in his company and most of all his willingness to drop anything to lend a hand when needed. I will always admire him and remember him for his infectious smile, vibrancy and his ability to enjoy the moment, no matter the circumstance. The world is a little dimmer without him in it.
May he rest in peace, our thoughts and prayers are with you in this tragedy.
Luke, Jenn and Everett Jefferson
Kris And Paul Rumford says
We cannot find the words to express our deep sorrow and heartfelt condolences. It is through Jay that we met Gord and Denise and have remained great friends. We have so many wonderful, funny stories. Jay had an infectious smile and a wonderful way to engage everyone he met. Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers
Jordan, Julie and Tyson Jocius says
Our hearts are broken and we cannot imagine the pain and sorrow you must be feeling right now. Please accept our sincere condolences during this impossible time of grief.
Jay was the most creative person imaginable. His humour and imagination inspired everyone around him and enriched all our lives in the process.
We’ll miss him more than he’ll ever know.
Catherine, Nael and Preston Alhashwa says
Jenny, Jack, Abby and all the family,
We are so utterly heartbroken & devastated for your loss.
A world without his smile, laughter, humor, kindness and strength doesn’t seem possible.
Jay was one in a million. Jenny, when you and him found each other, it was a match made in heaven.
If there was ever an angel that will watch over you all, it will surely be Jay. He will make it his mission as an angel to make sure you are OK and get through this unimaginable tragedy.
The bright light that lit up all those around him will forever be in our hearts and memories, never to be forgotten, always to be celebrated.
May he rest in peace as your guardian Angel.
You are in our prayers and thoughts, sending all our love,
Catherine, Nael and Preston.
Frank and Claudia Battaglia says
Jenny, Jack, Abby, Waples and VanLooy families. Our sincere heartfelt condolences. We cannot find the right words to express our feelings. Will always remember the love he had for his family, nature and his amazing personality/infectious smile. Love and comfort to all of you.
Adam Family says
Gordie, Denise and Amanda. Our hearts are aching for you at this tragic time. We know exactly how you feel and the stages of grief still yet to come. Memories, cherish the MEMORIES. Love and healing to Jenny and the children and the entire Waples Family. George, Betty-Lou and Alysse and Family.
Berry Family says
Jenny, Jack, Abby and family….I am so sorry for you loss, Jay was such a great husband, father and friend. He is one of a kind and definitely will not be forgotten. He was such a great friend and meeting you with my kids was an amazing experience. Jay rest in peace dear friend & Brother.
Sincerely,
Paul, Isabella & Avery Berry
Neil and Heather MacLeod says
Dear Waples Family;
Our hearts are broken and there are no words to describe the pain we feel for you all.
We have so many many happy, funny memories of Jay. He enriched ours lives with his sense of humor and we will miss his big personality. He knew how to light up a room.
He was such a great friend to Jeff, and was like another big brother for Rick and Hayley. He will be sadly missed for so many reasons.
We love you Jay and we will miss you. Rest in peace dear friend.
Nick Hanlon says
jenny and family, I am just heartbroken for you. Jay was one of a kind and will not be forgotten. That infectious laugh, and amazing talent to make people smile, and of course his endless generosity will be so missed.
Everytime I hear a silly pun or see a black truck drive by or see something about hunting I will think of him.
Tal Rahaman says
Dearest Jenny and family, Jay will always hold a special place in my heart. He was a true friend to me when I needed support and I will always remember Jay’s joyful spirit and his unique ability to make the impossible, possible as only he could. We are heartbroken.
David Jevons says
Dear Jenny, My heart goes out to you, Jack, Abby and your entire family at this time of indescribable pain. I am numb and genuinely can not fully appreciate how you feel. I don’t need to tell you about Jay and what he meant to me, you know him best, only good thoughts. I offer my sincere heartfelt condolences and hope you may be comforted by the love and heart wishes being sent to you. Sincerely, Dave Jevons
Terry Anderson says
Jay was one of those rare characters, whose company was so well enjoyed, he always left you wanting it more.
We will cherish his memory in our hearts.