Wilbert Reuben Hewitt
Visitation will be held on Friday, April 25, 2014 from 7:00 - 9:00 PM.
MacKenzie & McCreath Funeral Home, Lucknow, ON

Cemetery:
South Kinloss Cemetery, Lucknow, ON
In Memory of
Wilbert Reuben Hewitt
December 3rd, 1930 - April 23rd, 2014

Place of Death

Wingham & District Hospital

Obituary

Wilbert "Wib" Hewitt of Lucknow died at Wingham Hospital on April 23rd, 2014 at the age of 83. He was the beloved husband of Eunice for over 60 years. Wib was born in Walkerton, Ontario on December 3, 1930 to the late Violet (Schuler) and James Hewitt. Dear father of Sam & Judy of Lucknow, Vern & Sue of Belgrave, Ken & Audrey of Lucknow, Gary & Darlene of Colborne Twsp., and Robin & Barb of Goderich. Missed by his grandchildren: Barry, Mary, Gary and Gerald, Krista, Jason, Tammy and Tommy, Mathew, Greg and B.J., and Jessica and by his great-granddaughter Evelyn. Survived by his siblings: Edwin (Fern) Hewitt, Audrey (Norm) Bonnett, Allison Hayes, and Ron (Janice) Hewitt. Predeceased by his brother Francis, sister Donna Carter, and his in-laws Mabel Hewitt, Charlie Hayes and John Carter. Visitation conducted from MacKenzie & McCreath Funeral Home, Lucknow on Friday, April 25th, 2014 from 7:00 - 9:00 PM. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2014 at 2:00 PM. Pastor Don Albrecht officiating. Interment at South Kinloss Cemetery.

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Message from Annabelle Armstrong2014-04-26 16:10:16
Dear Eunice - I am so sorry to learn of Wilbert's death. My condolences to you and the family. Love, Annabelle
Message from Uncle Wilfred & Aunt Lois2014-04-25 17:32:29
Gary & Darlene & the Hewitt family Sorry to hear of the passing of your father, grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Message from Bill and May McAllister2014-04-25 14:49:16
Eunice and Family: So sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Message from Cheryl and Paul Bannister2014-04-24 18:53:33
So sorry to hear of Wibs passing. He will truly b missed.
Message from Janet Hubbard2014-04-24 18:11:27
Eunice and all the Hewitt family, I wish to send to you all my sincere condolences. Wib will be missed he was a good and faithful Soldier but we know that he is now at rest in the arms of Jesus. Blessings to you at this time Sincerely Janet Hubbard
Message from Kay & Steve Fitzpatrick2014-04-24 16:14:11
Thinking of you all at this time of loss. Uncle Wib will be missed.
Message from Allie Hayes and Marlene Cooper2014-04-24 14:34:08
Eunice and family, We send our love and prayers at this saddened time. Remember all the good times and let God bless and strengthen you each new day. All our Love, Allie & Marlene
Message from Betty & Dean Ellis2014-04-24 12:05:06
Vern & Sue we are sad to hear that your father has passed away . Our condolences to your family . Dean & Betty Ellis
Message from Linda Webber2014-04-24 11:24:05
Gary, Darlene and the Hewitt family: We are sorry to hear of your Father, grandfathers's passing..We send our condolences... "One Day At A Time" Aunt Linda And Uncle Eugene
Message from Pat Johnston & Bob Desjardins2014-04-24 09:13:30
Gary, Darlene, Robin, Barb & the family of Wilbert: Words, however kind, can't mend your heartache: but those who care and share your loss wish you comfort and peace of mind. May you find strength in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends
Message from Shirley Prosser2014-04-23 20:37:12
I was sad to hear that Uncle Wib had passed away. He will be missed by all his family and friends. He will remain always in my heart and memories of all the good times we had visiting when we were young. Love you all. Shirley, Dennis & family