In Loving Memory of
Jervis "Jay" Winn Wacasey
1929 ~ 2026
Obituary of Jervis "Jay" Winn Wacasey
It is with deep love and sorrow that the family of Jervis “Jay” Winn Wacasey announces his peaceful passing at his home in Fonthill, Ontario, on February 12, 2026, surrounded by family. Born on November 1, 1929, in Clarksville, Texas, Jay was the beloved son of Vera and A.T. Wacasey.Jay leaves behind his devoted wife of 69 years, Mary Wacasey (née Markland), his son Michael (Mandy), and his daughter Jennifer (Paul). He was a proud and cherished grandfather to Kendra (Andrew), Caitlin, Kieran, Callum (Lisa), Nevin (Mandy), and Robert (Shannon), and a loving great-grandfather to Henry, Audrey, Tristan, Taelyn, Hayden, Preston, and Everett.
Jay proudly served with the U.S. Army in Korea from 1951–1952. Following his service, he pursued his passion for science and education, earning his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees from Texas Tech University and later completing his Ph.D. at Michigan State University. His distinguished career included teaching at Eastern Illinois University, conducting postdoctoral research at the Institute of Marine Science at the University of Miami, and serving for many years as a research scientist with the Canadian federal government.
In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place. If desired, donations in Jay’s memory may be made to a charity of your choice.
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I cherish the memories of all the time spent at the Wacasey home through my teen years as one of Jennifer’s friends. Their house was the gathering spot for our gang of silly girlfriends, and in retrospect we probably drove Jay nuts. I remember him trying to read his newspaper. On the occasions I was invited to stay for dinner I thought it was SO civilized that he liked to have the 6 o’clock news on. I enjoyed his dry wit. Hugs and love and condolences to your very special family.