With broken hearts, the family announces the passing of their husband, dad, grandad, and papa, Lewis Wing, after a brief battle with mesothelioma. Lewis passed peacefully at home on January 16, 2023, with his family by his side.
Beloved husband of Joan (née Appleton) for 55 years. A strong and loving dad to Jeanette (John) Trakalo of Brantford, Louise (Lee) Walmsley of Oakwood, and Graham (Cheryl) of Burlington.
A brave and supportive granddad and papa to Christopher, Amy (Reed), Nathan, Ryan, Keira, and Quinton. Lewis will be missed by his sisters Pauline (Colin) Kearton, Marilyn (David) King, Janice (Ralph) Ferguson, Norma (Alan) Stephenson, and Judith (David) Beattie. He is predeceased by his parents Freda Payne (née Turner) and Ronald Wing, and by his in‑laws Margaret (Peggy) and Richard (Harry) Appleton.
Lewis will be remembered by many family members, friends, and colleagues in Ontario, Nova Scotia, England, and Australia. Born in Middlesbrough, England, he married the love of his life in May 1967. In 1977, Lewis and Joan brought their three young children to Canada, settling in Burlington.
Lewis enjoyed playing in dart leagues, the Old Timers Soccer Club, and occasionally softball. He had a passion for building, fixing, and creating, and was always there to help friends and family. Many fondly knew him as “Big Lew.”
Visitation was held at Smith’s Funeral Home, Burlington, on Friday, January 20 from 6–8 p.m., and Saturday, January 21 from 12–1 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 1 p.m. with reception until 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to a charity of your choice would be sincerely appreciated.
