Lewis Roy VanSickle of Listowel passed away with his family beside him, on Monday, November 9, 2026, in his 97th year.s
Husband of the late Joyce (Ludlow) VanSickle.
Father of Alan & Tracy VanSickle of Dundas, Gerald & Annie VanSickle of Stratford, Barb & Ron Williams of Listowel, Steve & Carla VanSickle of Harriston, and Sue & Wayne Omand of Listowel. Grandfather of 12, and great-grandfather of 14.
Predeceased by his daughter Debbie VanSickle, grandson Dan Williams, brother Alvin VanSickle, and sisters Marian Workman (Glen), and Vera Reynolds (Doug).
Roy was a ‘jack of all trades’ and master of ALL. From farmer, school bus driver, custom silo filler, horse trainer at Carson Farms, farm drainage, or driving for Johnston’s Milk Transport, he did it all.
Roy loved playing cards, coffee with the boys, spending time at the hunt camp, and happy hours with friends and family.
His infectious laugh was heard by many as he enjoyed moving from town to town throughout his happy and blessed 96 years. He was loved and will be missed.
Visitation will be held at the Eaton Funeral Home, Listowel, on Wednesday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., with a Masonic Lodge Memorial Service at 5:30 p.m.
The funeral service will be held at Parkview Gardens (Listowel Legion, 565 Elizabeth St. E., Listowel), on Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 11:00 a.m., with reception to follow. Brian Hymers officiating.
Interment in VanSickle Cemetery, Jerseyville.
Memorial donations to Listowel Memorial Hospital would be appreciated.
Online condolences at www.eatonfuneralhome.ca
