Darren Rees
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his partner and members of his family, at Royal Victoria Hospital on Monday December 30, 2024, in his 56th year, after a strong and courageous fight with cancer.
Darren is survived by his partner, Sarah Kuchma, his son Payton, Payton’s mother (Nicole), his mother Agnes Rees and brother John (Sandra). Loving and caring Uncle to Julia, Joshua, and Harrison.
Darren was a simple, loyal, caring, and selfless man. Always thinking and giving to others more than himself. He had a successful 35-year career at Honda in Alliston. Darren would most often be seen tinkering and/or fixing anything mechanical – cars, motorcycles, equipment. Darren’s actions spoke louder than his words – he always showed up and supported his friends and family when needed. He was a loyal Toronto Maple Leafs fan and attended at least one game in person each season. Darren taught us to value and love the little things in life. He will be greatly missed.
A heartfelt thank you to all the health care professionals who cared for Darren during his battle. Private cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will take place at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 147, 410 St. Vincent Street, Barrie on Thursday January 9, 2025 at 11:00 am with a Celebration of life to follow until 2:00 pm. Friends are welcome to join the family and encouraged to share their memories and stories. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society ( cancer.ca ). Online condolences jwhartfuneralhome.com
So sorry here about darren. He was a great guy to work with fun funny!Sorry for your loss my condolences 💐 to your family and friends!
Jp
So sorry for your loss..
I worked with Darren for many years….always there to help fix a problem and always with a cool head. I appreciated him everytime that we were in a crisis.
He was known to form an opinion once in a while 😆.
Remember the good times.
Again so sorry for your loss, you have my sincere condolences.
RIP Darren. Condolences to family and friends! ST
Rest easy, Darren.
Thank you for your friendship especially with Liang and keeping him out of trouble. Don’t worry, I’ll keep him company for those breakfast dates you two had and I’ll continue to make fun of him for you so you can watch us and giggle with your unforgettable, bright smile.
Darren, you will be missed
Our deepest condolences to your loved ones
I’m very sorry to learn of Darren’s passing. A great person to work with and an even better person to know. Rest easy Darren. My deepest condolences to Darren’s entire family.
Such a sweet guy who loved his son to bits, our kids were on teams together way back when and I worked with Darren for years and found him to be such a gentle soul. God speed.
So Sorry RIP Darren my Condolences to his Family and Friends
I’ve worked with Darren for many years and always appreciated his quick smile and friendly manner. You are already missed Darren, rest in peace.
So sorry to hear about Darren. Worked with him at HCM. My condolences to his Family.
Rest easy, Darren. You were such a great person to work with and always knew how to make us laugh! It’s been so nice to keep in touch after your retirement and I’ll miss sending you updates of the cats! They’ve truly brought so much joy into our lives the last couple years and we have you to thank for that gift! Thanks for everything, Darren.
Deepest condolences to you John and the family. So sorry for your loss.
Darren became a best friend soon after joining Honda. We worked together and we were in the same zone until I retired.
Seeing him going through the last of his journey was heartbreaking. It presented a longing for answers to questions that have none.
My sincere condolences to everyone who loves him.
When he enters my dreams I know I will ache with the loss. But in time I will be thankful that he is still with me, and he will make me smile; as he always did.
Rest easy my Buddy.
Thank you for being a part of my life.
Very sad to hear of Darren’s passing. He will be forever remembered as a great colleague at HCM. Even when tensions were high, he was always able to look past things and make sure people were relaxed through his sense of humour.
Thank you for everything. Rest in piece.
Sorry for your loss to Darren’s family. May he rest in peace.
Darren was a pleasure to work with – never a dull moment. RIP Chewy
Rest in peace, Darren!
I have worked with Darren and have known him as a great colleague and friend, skilled and always ready to help or give a helpful advice, always with a smile, of course.
Deepest condolences to Darren’s family and friends.
My heartfelt condolences to Darren’s family as well as all those he considered his HCM family. He was a pleasure to know with his quick wit and charm. We always left our conversations with a smile and clever smirk on our faces. You are missed Darren. God’s speed to you. Rest in Peace.
My heart goes out to Darren’s family. Darren was a close friend to me and my husband John Smith who has to passed away. Darren will be sadly missed but we will all be left with great memories and time will slowly take away the pain of your loss but you will never forget and he will always be in your heart. My deepest sympathies.
Kim Smith
We are so sad to have just heard about Darren’s passing. Fly high our friend. Our condolences to all his family and friends.