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Daryl Wark October 30, 2025

Date of Funeral

November 6, 2025

Daryl Bruce Wark – of Wiarton, passed away peacefully with his family by his side at Lee Manor, Owen Sound, on Thursday, October 30, 2025, after 7 years of living with the neurological disease, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP). Daryl Bruce Wark at the age of 68 years. Devoted husband and best friend of Alexandra (nee Lane) for 36 years. Proud father of Andrew and his wife Clara, of Wiarton, and Steve and his partner Stacey Evans, of Owen Sound. Brother of Don Wark (Cindy) of St. Catharines; and brother-in-law of Peter Lane (Connie), of Fredericton, NB, Andre Lane, of San Diego, CA, and Jillian Kroll (Jeffrey), of Halifax, NS. Sadly missed by Alexandra’s mother, Audrey Lane (late Watson); and by his cousins, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Ted and Mary Wark; and sister Mary Ann Wark. Daryl’s family wish to thank the nurses and PSWs of Lee Manor, and the doctors and nursing staff of the Wiarton Hospital. Please join the family for a casual visitation from the Thomas C. Whitcroft Peninsula Chapel, 272 Berford St., Wiarton (519) 534-5341 on Wednesday November 5, 2025 from 6-8 PM. A service to celebrate Daryl’s life will be conducted from the chapel on Thursday at 1 o’clock, with visitation one hour prior to service. Donations to St. John’s United Church – Wiarton, or to the Coleen Cunningham Foundation (www.pspawareness.com) would be appreciated. Condolences may be expressed online at www.whitcroftfuneralhome.com

Daryl Wark Memorial Service
Time: Nov 6, 2025 01:00 PM Toronto
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Please join the family for a casual visitation from the Thomas C. Whitcroft Peninsula Chapel, 272 Berford St., Wiarton (519) 534-5341 on Wednesday November 5, 2025 from 6-8 PM. A service to celebrate Daryl’s life will be conducted from the chapel on Thursday at 1 o’clock, with visitation one hour prior to service.

Condolences(35)

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    Glenda Jamieson says
    November 2, 2025 at 12:44 pm

    Alexandra and family- I’m so sorry for your loss of Daryl. Sending you love and light🫂❤️🫂

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    Heather Gardhouse says
    November 2, 2025 at 1:12 pm

    Alex, I am so sorry to hear about Daryl’s passing. My thoughts are with you and the rest of your family.

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    Betty Ann Souliere says
    November 2, 2025 at 1:19 pm

    Alex and family. My heart goes out to you all. I am so sorry for your loss. Sending you strength and love to help you get through this difficult time.

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    Patricia Young says
    November 2, 2025 at 2:00 pm

    I didn’t get to see cousin Daryl and his family often but I always enjoyed our visits. Sending love to Alex, Andrew and Steve. Cousin Patricia

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    Velvet Stepanek says
    November 2, 2025 at 2:02 pm

    I always enjoyed my time with Daryl, he was always very welcoming and engaging. I especially appreciated when he visited us in Colorado. I’m sad to lose a cousin. May God and your many memories of him comfort you in your loss.

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    Christy Squires says
    November 2, 2025 at 3:06 pm

    Sending our deepest condolences to Alexandra and boys, family and friends. Thinking of your all at this very difficult time. Sending love and hugs.

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    Maureen Elliott says
    November 2, 2025 at 4:03 pm

    I remember Daryl from wag before your marriage from our days at Conrad Grebel at U of Waterloo. He was such a solid and pleasant person. Thinking if you in my prayers Alex and for your family.

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    Dawn Perry says
    November 2, 2025 at 4:37 pm

    Although I didn’t get to see him often, I enjoyed the times we had together over the years. My thoughts and prayers and with you all as you grieve the loss.

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    Jan Wright says
    November 2, 2025 at 5:25 pm

    So very sorry to hear of Darryl’s passing. Such a kind and lovely gentleman. Condolences to all the family.

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    Brian and Marggie Payne says
    November 2, 2025 at 6:00 pm

    We are saddened to learn of the passing of your beloved Daryl and we hope that you will find some comfort in fond memories and a life of love that you two have shared. We are sure that he set a fine example of fatherhood to your two sons which they will carry with them through life. He will not be forgotten. Marggie and Brian Payne , St John’s NL

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    Sherry Hayes says
    November 2, 2025 at 7:35 pm

    Alex and family, I am so sorry to hear of Daryl’s passing. He was such a lovely man. Sending my condolences and hugs ❤️

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    David Carson says
    November 2, 2025 at 10:06 pm

    Dear Alex, Steven, Andrew( and his wife), Donald( Cindy), Cheryl and everybody else. I am saddened and heartbroken and stunned at the tragic passing of my dear cousin Daryl. I would have liked to have visited with the two of you when he was still fairly well. I remember good times when he and his parents and Mary Ann would visit my family in Ottawa and at our cottage in Constance Bay( outside Ottawa) in the Summers We would often visit them in St.Catharine’s. I would like to plan on going to the Memorial. God bless you all!

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    Cindy Baker says
    November 3, 2025 at 10:03 am

    I am so saddened to hear of Daryl’s passing. We worked together for a time in the Service Ontario building. He was always so nice, kind and happy. I know he will be greatly missed . Condolences to the family

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    Sue Schultz says
    November 3, 2025 at 10:04 am

    So sorry to hear of Daryl’s passing, as I was sorry for his struggles. I am a friend from Conrad Grebel days and also lived sort of near Daryl in St. Catharines. I will always remember his smile and his friendliness from Grebel days. My sincere condolences to his family.

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    Beth Anstett says
    November 3, 2025 at 10:49 am

    Our sincere condolences to your family on the loss of Daryl. He was a kind and considerate colleague who was always willing to share his knowledge and experience with patience and humor. He will be missed.

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    Kent Watson says
    November 3, 2025 at 11:27 am

    Our condolences to Alex and her family. I had the pleasure of working with Daryl for a number of years at the Service Canada office. Daryl was a kind and thoughtful person and a professional through and through at work. You will be in our prayers.

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    Sarah Kempinska says
    November 3, 2025 at 12:12 pm

    I am so sorry to hear of Daryl’s passing. When I worked with Daryl years ago, he was incredibly kind and welcoming to me. Daryl was always enjoyable to speak with, listen to and learn from. My thoughts are with Daryl’s family and friends.

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    Holly Halls says
    November 3, 2025 at 3:40 pm

    You could not know Daryl and not love him! I’m so sorry that the last years of his life were so difficult for him and his family. However, I know that you all have wonderful memories. I wasn’t there, but I’ll always remember the story of his encounter with a grizzly bear! It was a privilege to know and love Daryl and I hope that I will have the opportunity to again see Alex and their children to share stories of their lives. I love you all and my heart is with you as you celebrate his life with so many others who loved Daryl.

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    Susan Larabee says
    November 3, 2025 at 3:44 pm

    My condolences to Daryl’s family. I worked with Daryl from a distance in Chatham. He was a hard worker & dedicated public servant. Kind and funny. I’m sorry that he is gone too soon.

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    Sue Huston says
    November 3, 2025 at 4:13 pm

    So very sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Daryl at Service Canada. He was such a kind & considerate man. My thoughts & prayers are with you all.

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    Angel & Tim Evans says
    November 3, 2025 at 8:10 pm

    We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know that we will continue to pray for Daryl and your family. Take care.

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    David and Donna McGregor says
    November 3, 2025 at 9:03 pm

    Dear Alex and Family,
    We are so sorry to hear of Daryl’s health struggles and of his passing. May your treasured memories of happy times spent together help you get through this difficult time. We send along our condolences to all family members.

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    Rosemary Lawrence says
    November 3, 2025 at 9:04 pm

    We are sorry to hear of Daryl’s passing. It has been a long journey for your family. It is comforting to know he is at peace.
    Rosemary & Stuart Lawrence

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    Cathy McLay says
    November 3, 2025 at 11:16 pm

    Thinking of you and your family Alex at this difficult time. Hold on to your memories. Hugs💕

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    Rick Willms says
    November 4, 2025 at 2:48 pm

    So sorry to hear of Daryl’s passing. I was a friend of Daryl’s through high school and in university at Conrad Grebel. Never a cross word, always a friendly smile. For the years our paths converged he made my world a better place. Rest in piece Daryl

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    Janet Ann dyke says
    November 4, 2025 at 5:38 pm

    I’m so sooo sorry for your loss! Condolences to you and all the family.
    Thinking of you all. ❤️

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    Sherman and Sharon Pevie says
    November 4, 2025 at 9:44 pm

    Alex, we are so saddened to hear of Daryl’s passing. We have so many wonderful memories of our time together in Nain, of your wedding, and of our visits to Wiarton. It doesn’t seem like 7 years since we last saw you, not knowing that that would be the last time we would be together. The world has lost a great guy and we have lost a good friend. Our hearts are broken and we share in your grief.

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    Alexina Akins says
    November 5, 2025 at 11:57 am

    Always such a pleasure to speak with you and Daryl whenever you stopped into Amicis Alex. Sending you my sincere condolence on the loss of your husband. You are in my thoughts.

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    Kim Biletchi says
    November 5, 2025 at 4:10 pm

    We are so saddened to hear this sad news. Our sympathies to Alex and the boys. Daryl was such a kind, dedicated, patient, caring person. I had the pleasure of working with Daryl for many years, and have many wonderful memories. He will be sadly missed.

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    Roger Perry says
    November 6, 2025 at 8:28 am

    We are so sorry to hear of Daryl’s passing. Unfortunately, I couldn’t get the day off to come to the memorial.

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    Linda Sullivan says
    November 6, 2025 at 12:11 pm

    Condolences Alexandra and family, hugs and prayers

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    Kandy Johnston says
    November 6, 2025 at 5:53 pm

    Alex , Steven Andrew and spouses. So sorry to hear of Daryls passing. Al and I send our sincerest condolences to all of you. Treasure your memories.

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    Kerry-Ann Weaver says
    November 7, 2025 at 2:41 pm

    Heartfelt condolences Alex & family at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Daryl was a wonderful person who will be dearly missed. Treasure your special memories ✨️

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    MARY LOU MURRELL says
    November 10, 2025 at 5:29 pm

    Dear Alex and family,
    I was so sorry to hear that Daryl had passed away I can remember him so well while out walking Lucy. My love to you,
    Mary Lou

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    Carla ScherleThompson says
    November 11, 2025 at 10:31 am

    I worked with Daryl for a period of time. A dedicated Civil Servant for the people. My memories see him with a warm smile with a friendly face and laughter. He brought these qualities to work and extended to all he knew.

    Sending deepest sympathy to his family with his loss.

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