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YAKEM, Wayne Theodore (May 27, 1958 – May 21, 2023)
Passed away, peacefully after a struggle with illness, at the Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital, on Sunday, May 21st, 2023, with his loving daughter and caregiver, Laura, by his side Wayne Theodore Yakem of Tillsonburg in his 65th year. Born in Edmonton, Alberta, son of the late Gordon “Ted” Yakem and the late Irene Marie (English) Yakem.
Wayne was a devoted Christian who has been attending North Broadway Baptist Church, Tillsonburg. He loved Jesus and his church. Wayne loved his grandchildren, great-granddaughter Aracida and was highly committed to them. He loved spending time playing with them and their toys as an “all-in” fun grandpa, “Gramps”. Wayne also enjoyed riding his bike, his walks everywhere and no where in particular (e.g., in the Provincial Park in Vermillion, Alberta). He was a “master fix-it up man” who was most happy when he had a project in front of him to challenge him. He especially loved fixing cars, computers, tinkering with motors, etc. He operated a small business called “Centre Tech” in Manville, Alberta for several years. He loved all things hockey on the ice or the street playing always as Wayne Gretzky, his idol. He also liked swimming and the outdoors.
Wayne is survived by his loving daughter and caregiver Laura Johnson, of Tillsonburg, who upon hearing of her father’s illness immediately took him into her home to care for him. Proud and loving “gramps” of Christopher, Branden, Reed, Xavier, Vivica, Leonidas and their father Reed Johnson and proud and loving great-grandfather of Aracida and her mother Sadie. Proud father of Aaron Yakem, of Edmonton, Alberta and proud grandfather of his children Henri and Mireille and survived by their mother Elise Yakem. Wayne is survived by a sister Amanda Yakem and uncle to her children Abigail, Izzy and Caleb. Wayne is predeceased by an infant son Sheldon.
“The Yakem family wish to express special thanks to all the members of the Care Partners-Palliative Care Team, Tillsonburg for their loving care of their dad Wayne throughout his journey.”
Friends, neighbours, and relatives are welcomed to attend a public visitation on Wednesday, May 24th, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Maurice J. Verhoeve Funeral Homes – Burial and Cremation Services Inc. Chapel, 262 Broadway Street, Tillsonburg. Funeral Service to honour the life of Wayne Yakem will be celebrated on Wednesday, May 24th, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. in the Maurice J. Verhoeve Funeral Homes Chapel, Tillsonburg by Pastor Alan Silvester of North Broadway Baptist Church, Tillsonburg. A livestream will be offered for those wishing to digitally attend the funeral; the link will be available at Wayne’s online tribute page at www.verhoevefuneralhomes.com and a direct link can be requested before Wednesday via email at verhoevefuneral@kwic.com. Interment follows in the Tillsonburg Cemetery. Everyone who knew Wayne is invited to share favourite memories, photos, personal condolences, order flowers or contribute memorial donations to the “CNS Foundation” (by cheque, to benefit Care Partners, Tillsonburg)” or the “London Health Sciences Foundation” (for the London Regional Cancer Clinic) via Wayne’s online tribute page or by contacting the Maurice J. Verhoeve Funeral Homes (519)842-4238, entrusted with all funeral arrangements, with confidence.
May 21st 2023
Death notice for the town of: Tillsonburg, Province: Ontario
death notice Wayne Theodore Yakem May 21st 2023
obituaries notice Wayne Theodore Yakem May 21st 2023
We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Wayne Theodore Yakem May 21st 2023 and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
