Gerald
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Listowel Baptist Church

Cemetery:
South Kinloss Cemetery, Lucknow, ON
In Memory of
Gerald "Austin" Loree
February 23rd, 1932 - June 20th, 2021

Place of Death

At his Lucknow residence

Obituary

G. Austin Loree passed away in his home in Lucknow on June 20, 2021 at the age of 89. He is predeceased by his beloved wife Mildred (Keith) in 2015. Austin was born in Listowel, Ontario on February 23, 1932 to the late Ida Mae (Fleet) and Lester Loree. Dear father of Bob (Debbie) of Listowel, Bill (Kimberley) of Fordwich, Stanley (Pamela) of Brampton, Barb (Bruce) Willits of Lucknow and Shirley (Tom) Coady of Cambridge. Proud grandpa of 13 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. Survived by his in laws David (Ellen) Keith and Eleanor Keith. Predeceased by his siblings Edith Moore, Lorne Loree, and Blanche Bridge. Austin was very involved in his church serving his loving Lord and Saviour, and loved to sing his entire life. He was a creature of habit having some remark "You could set your watch by Austin". He was well known for being Mildred's right-hand man; helping her with her many endeavors, as she did with his.

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Message from Jim Henderson2021-07-14 11:16:44

Austin was a prominent presence during my adolescence: work, church & choir. He is remembered with thanks.

Jim

Message from Teresa Hosea(Loree)2021-06-26 12:38:39

Was so sorry to hear of uncle Austin's death. Another wonderful light gone from this world, he will be greatly missed. My mother Anne wishes to send her condolences to the family. She said she will greatly miss him as they would talk from time to time and he would lift her spirits. Again our deepest sympathies to you and your family. 
 

Love: Barry, Teresa and Josh Hosea & Anne Loree 🙏🌹

Message from Loree & Keith Raymond2021-06-24 17:10:41

I feel honoured to have known Austy for so many years.  From Sunday School till retirement & those daily walks when I'd be able to say Hi and have a short conversation.  One day I said to him "how do you ever do it?"  his reply was "just put one foot in front of the other😂. I always think of him when I'm out walking.  His advice and chuckle keeps me going.  Be happy, he is with his Lord & Saviour

Message from Cathy Goetz2021-06-24 10:26:22

My condolences to everyone. Sorry I missed the visitation. Remember all the good memories. Maybe Shirley and Tom we will be on the committee again together when the Stobo picnic resumes. 

Message from Stan and Helen Newman2021-06-23 14:55:01

So sorry for your loss. Sending our sympathies to your whole family.

Stanley and Helen Newman

Message from Lois Reoch2021-06-23 12:48:01

Sending my condolences to the Loree Family. I remember Austin from years ago when he, on occasion, would drive his sister Blanche to our one room school on a Monday morning where Blanche was my teacher for two years. Sincerely, Lois Reoch. 

Message from Doug and Karen Martyn2021-06-23 12:13:50

Our sympathy Barb and your families at the loss of your dad. A fantastic guy to everyone he met. I first met Austin when he was working for Listowel Transport and his mannerism never changed in all those years. Doug and Karen.

Message from Kathy van Engen2021-06-23 12:00:31

My sincere sympathy to all of the Loree family.  My memories of Austin will be of a kind gentle man.  Whenever we met and talked he was so pleasant.  A life well lived who will be missed by all of you.

Kathy and Steve vanEngen

Message from Lori Mortimer and Ivan Smith2021-06-22 23:36:03

Austin has been a great neighbour over the years, always ready with a smile and a wave, and to lend a hand.  For years he and Mildred walked their route together, and then alone Austin went out in all kinds of weather.  Our little neighbourhood will not be the same without him.  Our sympathy to Barb and all of Austin's family.

Message from Barb & Richard McMechan2021-06-22 22:47:16

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all - Stan, Pam, Alex and Jordan, and Sarah!

Barb & Richard

Message from Lorene and Doug Casemore2021-06-22 21:59:45

Sending our sympathy at this difficult time.  Austin was a wonderful man.  Hold tight to the memories and each other.

Message from Joanne (Ritchie)Brown2021-06-22 18:55:46

To all of the Loree family. 

You will all have great memories of your Dad.  When we worked together at Henderson's Lumber, I remember the talks we would have and his kindness he showed to all.  My deepest condolences .

Message from Doug and Nancy Aitchison 2021-06-22 15:36:40

To the Austin family, our sincere condolences. You will have great memories and you will cherish them.

Message from Clare & Connie Newell2021-06-22 13:41:39

Bob, Debbie & family...We are very sorry to hear of your father's passing.  From reading the obituary and other messages, it sounds like he was a genuine husband, father and friend.  He will be truly missed.  Thinking of all of you at this sad time.

Clare & Connie Newell

 

Message from Brian Evans2021-06-22 12:53:15

Sorry for your Loss!

Message from Bruce Johnstone2021-06-22 12:12:09

Sorry to hear of the passing of your father. He was a great neighbour to my mom and dad for years.

Bruce and Marianne Johnstone

Message from Marion (Johnstone) McComb2021-06-22 11:59:38

To the Loree Family...Please accept my sincere condolences for the passing of Austin. He was a wonderful neighbour for many years! We used to enjoy seeing him & Mildred out for their daily walks & have a visit. Treasure your Memories! 

Message from Deb & Steve Claypole2021-06-22 11:47:04

Bob, Debbie & Family

Sorry to hear about the passing of your Father and Grandpa.  Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Sincere sympathy

Deb & Steve Claypole

Message from Lynne and Steve Mann2021-06-22 11:39:39

Our sympathy to the Loree family as you mourn the loss of Austin. His devotion to Mildred while she was at Pinecrest was heartwarming and a lesson for us all. 

Sincerely,

Lynne and Steve

Message from Betty Stanley2021-06-21 22:32:41

Deepest sympathies to the whole family on the passing of your Dad.

I have lots of childhood memories of your dad being that I grew up a block away on another dead end street along the mill pond and being at your house lots from hanging out with Shirley after school to attending bible school in your back yard 

"Mr Loree was very nice man also had  a little chat or a smile and a wave when you seen him walking to work everyday at Henderson's

May he rest in peace

Message from Golda Wilson2021-06-21 21:40:50

To Bob, Debbie, Bill, KIm, Stan, Pam, Barb, Bruce, Shirley, Tom and families

Deepest sympathy for your loss and grief.  

At the end of life what really matters is not what we bought, but what we built; not what we got, but what we shared, not our competence, but our character; and not our success, but our significance.  Live a life that matters.  Live a life of love. 

Austin lived a life of love that mattered.

Warmest Condolences, Golda and Rick Wilson

Message from Bob & June Gilchrist2021-06-21 20:42:00

To all of Austin's family we send our hearfelt condolences in the loss of a great man . A life so well lived with so many good memories as well. May these sustain you as you go through this sad time and may God bless each of you.  Bob & June

Message from Cathy Hill2021-06-21 18:58:05

Barb and Family, I am so sad to hear of your Dad's passing, but he did what he wanted and he stayed at the home he loved, with your help, this was possible. Sounds like he loved life as he loved his family, giving you my condolences from all of us here

Message from Gary & Darlene Hewitt2021-06-21 18:32:04

So sorry to hear of Austin's passing.  He was such a nice man and a wonderful companion to mom.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.  He will definitely be missed

Message from Paul and Jean Klein 2021-06-21 17:19:38

Sending our deepest condolences to Austin's family. We will always have such fond memories of Austin. I can still hear him singing in church the songs he loved. I can only begin to imagine him singing now in Heaven a new song to his Lord and Saviour.

paul & Jean Klein 

Message from Betty Anne Stapleton2021-06-21 16:41:54

Barb and Bruce and the entire Loree family I was sorry to hear of Austin's passing. What a kind and gentle man he was and we always had a little chat in the mornings while we were both out 'touring' the town. You will have great memories of his well lived life. Please know we are thinking of you during the next few days. Sympathy to all. Betty Anne & David

Message from Sandy and Hammer MacLeod2021-06-21 16:11:04

Dear Barb and Family,                                                                    We are so sorry to hear of your Father's passing.                              I can still remember your Dad and Mom walking up the street to the church on your wedding day.                                                              Again, our sympathies.

Message from Deanna Reavie2021-06-21 13:14:15

My deepest sympathy Barb and family on the loss of your father. May treasured memories sustain you during this difficult time.