If you’re looking for a caretaker of the earth, look no further than a farmer. Our community has lost a great farmer, family man and friend with the sudden passing of Dean Boyd, 63, on Monday July 1, 2024. Beloved husband of Terry (Cassell). Loving Dad of Brekyn (Ryan) Ashforth, Parker Boyd and the late Kayleigh Boyd. Very special Grandpa to Dean and Blayke Ashforth. Cherished son of Joyce and Lynn Boyd and son-in-law of Shirley (the late Charlie) Cassell. Brother of David (Lynda), Lori (Blair), Brent (Diana), and Lisa (Doug). Special nephew of Kevin and Dale Boyd. Fondly remembered by both the Boyd and Cassell families. The family will receive friends at the South Mountain Agricultural Hall, 2967 Lough Road on Sunday July 7, 2024 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. where a Celebration of Life will also be held on Monday July 8, 2024 at 11 a.m. (the Service may be viewed at https://youtu.be/NP-xp7j5ifQ?si=BsWiX4YJe8l3qT45. )Lunch to follow; everyone welcome. Interment at the South Gower Cemetery afterwards. In lieu of flowers, donations in Memory of Dean may be made to the Ontario Dairy Youth Trust Fund https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/10855?v1=true. Arrangements entrusted to the Byers Funeral Home, South Mountain (613-989-3836). Online condolences may be made at www.byersfuneralhomeinc.ca.
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Gerry Rosenquist says
July 2, 2024 at 9:54 amTo Terry and the Boyd and Cassell families we extend our sincere condolences to you on the passing of Dean. He was well known and respected as a person and a farmer. He will be missed by all who knew him. God bless you all, Gerry and Lois Rosenquist
Grace Stobo says
July 2, 2024 at 8:46 pmJoyce and Lynn and all your family my sincere condolences on the passing of your son cherish your memories I know you will have many of them
Bill coughler says
July 4, 2024 at 3:14 pmIt’s with a heavy heart to hear of Deans passing , my condolences to the family. Thoughts and prayers with them in this time.
Cindy (Ault) & Kelly Peters says
July 2, 2024 at 10:07 amOur deepest condolences to the entire family on Dean’s passing. He was a wonderful person and will be missed by the whole community.
Mrs. Joyce LeRoy says
July 2, 2024 at 10:33 amMy Sincere condolences to Terry and the family and also the Boyd and Cassell families. Dean was a special, caring man and loved by many. He will be missed.
Debbie Westenbroek says
July 2, 2024 at 10:18 amTerry, Brekyn, Parker and the Boyd family. I was saddened to hear of Deans passing. He was not only a respected farmer but also a good friend to many. Please accept my sincere condolences to all of you. May you find a measure of comfort in knowing he will always be with you in memories of a life you built together
Cheryl & Randy Holmes says
July 2, 2024 at 10:21 amDear Terry and family,
So sorry to read this news of Dean. Our sincere condolences to all.
Susan & Butch Whitteker says
July 2, 2024 at 4:24 pmDear, Terry, Brekyn, Parker, Joyce, Lynn and families, we send our Sincere Condolences to all of you on the passing of Dean. He was a respected farmer, a great friend to many and a caring family man. Our thoughts are with you during this most difficult time.
Lisa Beckstead says
July 2, 2024 at 10:24 amSoo very sorry to hear the loss of Dean . Our Condolences and thoughts are with you all at this time of loss .
Larry Stevens says
July 2, 2024 at 10:41 amSo very sad to hear this – He was not only a respected farmer and a friend to many. Dear Terry, Brekyn, Parker, Lynn, Joyce and all the Boyd and Cassell families please accept my sincere condolences. May you find a measure of comfort in knowing he will always be with you in memories of a life you built together
Christine Lecuyer says
July 2, 2024 at 11:12 amTerry and Boyd families so saddened with heartfelt thoughts on Deans passing, sincerest condolences to all, RIP Dean
Brenda Winter says
July 2, 2024 at 11:44 amTerry, Brekyn, Parker & the Boyd family. I’m so saddened to hear of Deans passing. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. He will be missed by all who knew him. Cherish all the wonderful memories. 🙏🏼
Double Beauty says
July 2, 2024 at 12:23 pmTerry and family, so sorry to hear of Deans passing . Our Condolences to you all.
ZENA REOCH says
July 2, 2024 at 1:51 pmLynn, Joyce, and Terry. – So sorry to read of Dean’s passing. I am thinking of you.
Steve & Debbie (Lecuyer) Brown says
July 2, 2024 at 3:48 pmTerry, Brekyn, Parker, Boyd & Cassell families thinking of you as you go through this difficult time. So sorry to hear of Dean’s passing. Our heartfelt condolences to all
Sheila Vandekemp says
July 2, 2024 at 2:02 pmVery Sad news. Thinking of you Lynn and Joyce.
Debbie Toonders says
July 2, 2024 at 6:19 pmDeepest sympathy to Dean’s family. May your memories of him give you comfort at this difficult time.
Marty Little says
July 2, 2024 at 7:40 pmHi Terry and family. Marty and Cathy are sad to hear about Dean. We have had many great chats over the years about hockey and farming and he was a class act to say the least. He will be greatly missed. Take solace in all the good times you and your family had with Dean. We will think of you in our prayers!
Brigitte Meunier-Grimes says
July 2, 2024 at 8:10 pmI am very sorry for your loss. My condolences to the family.
Ray and Marilyn Cloutier says
July 2, 2024 at 8:12 pmSincere condolences to the entire Boyd family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Diana Scanlan says
July 2, 2024 at 8:16 pmTo Joyce, Lynn and the entire family, my most sincere condolences in your sad loss. May memories of your happier days bring you comfort at this difficult time.
charles theos says
July 2, 2024 at 8:32 pmOur deepest condolances to the Boyd family. Dean will be missed by all. RIP Dean
Terri Van Haren says
July 2, 2024 at 9:46 pmTerry and family
Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. My thoughts are with you at the difficult time.
Cindy Casselman says
July 8, 2024 at 11:31 amTerry, Brekyn, Parker and the Boyd and Cassel families. Please accept my deepest condolences for the loss of Dean. Take care of yourselves and each other during these next days of sorrow.
Ron & Carol Reddick says
July 3, 2024 at 7:32 amDeepest sympathy to Brent , Diana and the Boyd family
Bill and Marie Havekes says
July 3, 2024 at 7:57 amOur condolences to the entire Boyd family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time.
Jim Allen says
July 3, 2024 at 9:19 amMy sympathies on the loss of Dean. Goodbyes are part of every day. Sometimes, we choose them sometimes that choose us. Losses, especially unexpected losses, are hard. Time will heal the empty space.
Patricia Latourell Happy says
July 3, 2024 at 10:13 amMy sincere sympathy to the entire Boyd Family. You have all been in my thoughts and prayers lately.
Todd and Lynn Kirkwood says
July 3, 2024 at 11:17 amTerry, Parker, Brekyn and Families
Our deepest condolences to you all. Dean was a respected farmer and friend who will be missed by all.
Our thoughts and prayers to the family.
Steve and Linda Barkley says
July 3, 2024 at 11:59 amOur deepest condolences, our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
David & Margaret Phifer says
July 3, 2024 at 4:00 pmWe would like to express our sincere condolences to the family.
Elisabeth Kaufmann says
July 3, 2024 at 6:04 pmI am so very sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy to the family.
Sharon Richardson says
July 4, 2024 at 6:34 amSincerest condolences to Terry and family from Gord and Sharon Richardson.
Steve Smith says
July 3, 2024 at 7:42 pmTerry, it was sad to hear the news about Dean. My condolences to you and all your family.
Bob Acres says
July 4, 2024 at 9:11 pmOn behalf of Marilyn and I we offer our sympathy to Lynn, Joyce and the whole Boyd family on the passing of Dean. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you in the coming days.
Marty and Karen Kirchmeier says
July 4, 2024 at 6:58 amDear Terry, Brekyn, Parker and the entire Boyd and Cassel families. We were so sorry to hear about Dean. He will be truly missed by all who knew him. Our deepest condolences! Marty and Karen
Jack and Phyllis McRae says
July 4, 2024 at 12:10 pmWe were saddened to learn of Dean’s passing. Our deepest sympathies go out to Terry and all the Cassell and Boyd families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. God Bless.
Jack and Phyllis McRae and family. Huntsville Ont.
Susan Barkley and Andy Bowers says
July 4, 2024 at 1:13 pmOur sincere condolences to Terry & family on the loss of your husband & father and to Brent & Diana on the loss of your brother. Hold your memories close to your heart at this sad time.
Sheldon and Louise Irving says
July 4, 2024 at 3:36 pmOur sincere condolences to Boyd and Cassell families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kevin Fawcett says
July 4, 2024 at 4:40 pmMy sincere condolences to the Boyd’s and Dean’s extended family and friends.
David Hill says
July 4, 2024 at 5:24 pmMy condolences to Terry and family.
I have fond memories how Terry , Dean and all the Boyd family were such a dedicated team over the years in their support and advocacy for Kayleigh.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless Dean
David Hill
Anna and Art Elliott says
July 5, 2024 at 9:37 amSo sad to hear of Dean’s sudden passing. Our thoughts are with the Boyd and Cassell families during this difficult time. Dean will certainly leave a vacant space, not only in your families, but in the community at large. Cherish your memories. Our deepest sympathies. Anna and Art Elliott
Vicky Byers says
July 5, 2024 at 9:49 amSorry to read of your sons’ passing .
Although your void will never be filled ,trust in time you will be able to recall and share your many happy memories.
Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time time Frank Argue Stittsville
Tracey Morrow (McIntosh) says
July 5, 2024 at 12:45 pmMy deepest condolences to the Boyd family.
Cathy Dymond says
July 5, 2024 at 3:52 pmDear Lisa and Family
Please accept my Condolences on the loss of your loved one, Dean
May you find comfort in your treasured memories
Sincerely
Cathy Dymond
Valerie and Barry Wakonig says
July 6, 2024 at 8:34 amBarry and I are deeply saddened by the news of Dean’s passing. Our sincere condolences to Terry and the family. Gone to soon….the memories will live on forever!
Hugh & Joanne Metcalfe says
July 6, 2024 at 10:21 pmExtending our sympathies to the family on the loss of Dean.
Claire Backes & Louise Vachon (Backes) says
July 7, 2024 at 10:44 amOur deepest condolences to Terry and families.
Dianne Fetterly says
July 7, 2024 at 10:46 amOur deepest condolences on the sudden passing of Dean. He was a good man who will be sadly missed in the community.
Dianne Fetterly & Luc Emond
Christine, Mark, Erin and Kael says
July 7, 2024 at 7:07 pmDearest Terry, Brekyn, Parker, Joyce and families- we are shaken with the news of Dean’s passing. He was truly such a kind and giving man to more than just his immediate family, he was there through the years for our Rett Syndrome community. He will be missed. Sending wishes to help find peace and comfort.
Jeff and Deborah MacDonald says
July 7, 2024 at 10:32 pmWe were very saddened to learn of the sudden passing of Dean. We send our heartfelt condolences to Terry and all members of his immediate and extended family. We got to know Dean and what a wonderful person he was through Lori, our sister in law. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sorrowful time.
Lorna Boyd says
July 8, 2024 at 9:45 amTo Joyce, Lynn and the entire family, my most sincere condolences in your sad loss
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time.
Lorna Boyd
April & Derek Van Schie
Joyce and Ron Derraugh says
July 9, 2024 at 10:04 amSending healing thoughts to all the Boyd and Cassell family members. It was such a beautiful send off for Dean yesterday and everyone learned something new about this great guy.
Brian and Joanne Moran says
July 9, 2024 at 10:19 amDear Terry and family
Our sincere condolences
Chris & Nancy Barkley says
July 10, 2024 at 7:32 amDear Terry. Our sincere condolences to you and your family at this sad time. It was good to reconnect with you recently and expect our paths will cross again before long. Thinking of you, the Boyd family, and your Mom.
Sandra Pym says
July 11, 2024 at 7:08 pmTo Joyce,Lynn & family. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
My sincere condolences.
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Mark Duvall says
July 13, 2024 at 3:12 pmTerry and Family; It is with great sadness that I learned of Dean’s passing. He was a great person and a heck of a hockey player. You have my deepest sympathies.