WILSON, GARNET GERALD – It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing, in his 62nd year, of an incredible partner, father and grandpa; Garnet Wilson. Garnet was a devoted partner to his best friend and love of his life, Joanne Yager. Loving son of the late Gordon and Thelma Wilson. A big brother to Janet Wilson and uncle to Robertson. He was a loving and affectionate dad to Sarah (Chris) Gatti and Greg Wilson. Doting grandpa to Alayna, Riley and Carley. He was an amazing bonus dad to Lauren and Kevin Smelser and grandpa to Brandon, Eamon, Helen, Evelyn, Lainey and Landon. A cherished friend and mentor to Nolan and Maddie Yager.
Garnet worked at Dofasco for 35 years and began enjoying his retirement in 2020 by being with his family, playing around with his grandkids, antiquing with Jo and spending hours on the farm with his cows. He had a huge love for hockey and the Maple Leafs. He was a lifelong goalie and proud teammate of the Dunnville Mudcats. He shared his passion for the sport with his kids, Sarah and Greg, by making sure he bought them their first pair of skates where he and the mother of his kids, Sue Wilson would spend hours with them on the ice. Garnet was an avid dirt track racer with his lucky #71 car. He enjoyed racing at Merrittville alongside his son, Greg.
Visitation for Garnet will be held at J.W. Hart Funeral Home in Dunnville on Tuesday May 9, 2023 from 2:00 – 4:00 and 6:00 – 8:00 pm. Friends and family are invited to join Garnet’s loved ones for a service at J.W. Hart Funeral Home on Wednesday May 10, 2023 at 11:00 am. A private family burial will take place immediately following the service while others are invited to gather at Selkirk Christian Chapel for a luncheon. The family will join once Garnet has been laid to rest. In lieu of flowers, our family would love donations to be made to Dunnville Mudcats in memory of Garnet or a charity close to your hearts. Rest in peace Garnet, we love and miss you but know you are now in Heaven with your loved ones. Online condolences jwhartfuneralhome.com
I am so very sorry for this loss for Garnet’s children and his bonus children. Especially this significant loss for Joanne Yager. My deepest sympathies to you all.
one of the nicest guy’s i ever had the chance to race with
you will be greatly missed !
My condolences to the family and friends. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Our hearts are broken to hear this sad news. Gord enjoyed playing hockey with Garny. Just a wonder man. Our thoughts & prayers are with his family. I’m sure you & Silver are sharing great Mudcat memories in heaven. God Bless.
Like all of us who knew Garney, I am so saddened to hear of his passing. Being Garney’s goalie partner with the Mudcats was an honour, I truly looked up to Garney as he was so good. More importantly, he was a man with a heart and sense of humour, and he will be missed by everyone that had the privilege to meet and know him. To his family, Garney was loved and I extend to you my deepest sympathy.
RIP Garnett we will always cherish the memories of early morning practices and coaching with Max for our sons…our heartfelt sympathy to all and prayers and hugs
Sending our condolences to his family.
Garnet was my boss for many years at Dofasco. He trained me to fill his role upon his retirement. He was a very kind and patient man who also spoke very highly of his family. I’m sure I speak for my co-workers when I say he will be truly missed. RIP to the OT King.
Heavy heart today hearing of Garneys passing. It was an honour to know him and play Mudcat Senior hockey and Mudcat old timers hockey with him all those years. He was class act and a super nice man. Condolences to all the family. RIP Garney.
We are so saddened to hear of Garnets passing. Our deepest sympathies for all who knew him. What a great loss for all.
I’m so sorry for your loss. One of the best guys I had the chance to race with. Was always willing to help when it was needed and alway a blast to talk to. I hate how life steers you away form some of the greats. Will be thinking of you all.
Very sorry to hear of Garnet’s passing. It was such a shock. My condolences to Sarah and family, and to Greg, and to Joanne and to Garnet’s extended family. My condolences to Janet and her family. Garnet, say Hi to your cousin Marlene for me.
Only good memories of Garnet . He will be greatly missed ! My condolences to the family .
My condolences to his family. Great guy , gone too soon.♥️
My Condolences to the family. A very nice Guy
My sincerest condolences to the Wilson family, and especially Jo, Garnet was a great fella , we played hockey together in the late 70’s , he always competed hard and always gave 100 percent. He will be missed.
I am very sorry for your loss Garnet was a great person, I enjoyed watching and playing with him in hockey.
I am so sorry to hear of his sudden passing, My deepest condolences to Garnet’s family and loved ones.
Our deepest condolences to his partner, Sarah, Greg & extended family.
A terrible shock hearing the news..sincere condolences to all the family and friends. He will be missed. Garnets grin and humour is what comes to mind in addition to hardworking ethic and carrying the dedicated farmer tradition and stock of all the Wilson family farm history. RIP Garnet..sincerely the Rustenburg Family,(Rusty, Sam, Kelly, Lorrie, Connie)
Rest in peace Garnet!!!
Condolences to the Wilson family and Joanne. It was a shocker to hear that he had passed away. Rest in peace Garnet.
So very sorry for this loss to Garnet’s family, extended family and many friends.
He was a great guy and will truly be missed by all who knew him.
My deepest condolences.
We want to express our sincere sympathies to Sarah and all of Garnett’s loved ones!
It is way to young to be gone, but we hold good memories to the times spent in Lynchburg with our daughters.
May you find solace in remembering the happy times.
My condolences. Was a wonderful person. And always ready to help will be missed
This news was very shocking and sad – another one gone too soon! My deepest condolences to Gregory, Sarah and the extended family of Garnet. May you Rest in Peace and keep those pucks from getting in the net as I know there is one heck of a game going on up there!
Fondly remember weeks spent with cousin Garnet working on the farm in our teens. Hard work but good times and fun. Rest in peace Garnet.
Wendy & I send our condolences to all of the family at this time .
Doug and I are very saddened to hear of Garnets passing. Doug always said that Garnet was one of the nicest guys he every met and I have to agree with that sentiment.
Sending our deepest condolences to you all.
Doug and Michele
My deepest condolences to the family
I so sorry for your loss! My heart breaks for you all. I loved watch Garnet and Greg race at humberstone speedway. I always cheered they on! Garnet will be missed by his family and friends but also the fans and racecar drivers. R.I.P. Garnet
Our deepest condolences Joanne and to all the family,
Sending our Condolences to Greg, Sarah & Family!
It was a shock to hear about you Dad! He was a wonderful person.
May you have wonderful memories of the good times you had with him!
Rick & Pat Inglis
Deepest condolences to you Sarah and Greg🙏💕 Hard to lose a special father , grandfather and friend. Cherish all your wonderful memories !
Our deepest sympathies are extended to the families of Garnet. We had the great pleasure of being hockey and baseball family as our son’s grew up. We will cherish those many memories and continue to hold a wonderful man in our thoughts and prayers. Dennis and Barb Jones
Miss him good man
My condolences to the family of Garnet. I have many Mudcat memories of garnet. He was one of the best playoff goalies I shared the ice with. And one hell of a nice man I will miss you garnet. Thanks for the memories.
Deepest condolences to Sue Sarah and Greg and family. Enjoyed watching him at race track