2-Sep-1942 - 20-Dec-2024
It is with the heaviest of hearts that on December 20, 2024, our beloved Father, Werner (Vern) passed away peacefully at his home in Cedar Valley, Ontario. He was 82.
Beloved husband of the late Heather Zapfe, loving Father to Martin (Lisa), Tanya (Shawn), Grandfather to Nadine, Lucas, and Dylan. Brother to the late Michael (Kim) Zapfe, nieces and nephew, Brendan, Jacqueline, Lisa and their families.
He is reunited with his loving wife Heather, brother Michael, and his parents Frank and Maria.
The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to Krystyna, Ewa and the GEM Healthcare staff for their kindness, special care and support for our Father over these past years
Vern was the founder of Four Seasons Drywall, and past ISCA president. His passion as a Chairman of Good Shepherd Ministries began in 1995 followed by Board Chair in 1996, he recognized the urgent financial challenges the organization faced, he devoted his time, and resources to support their needs.
A Memorial Service will take place at St Elizabeth Seton Parish, 17995 Leslie St., Newmarket, on Saturday December 28th at 11:00am. With one hour of visitation prior from 10:00a.m. - 11:00a.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations in support of Good Shepherd Ministries would be appreciated by the family in Vern's memory.
Arrangements entrusted to Taylor Funeral Home