Obituary of Gerry Worsnop
Worsnop: Gerald “Gerry” Allan
A resident of Ridgetown, Gerry Worsnop passed away peacefully at the Village on the Ridge on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at the age of 80.
Born in Dunnville, Gerry was the son of the late Don and Muriel Worsnop.
Gerry was predeceased by his beloved wife, Linda “Gail” Worsnop (née Partridge-Clinch), in 2021.
He was a devoted stepfather to Randy and Rebecca and a proud grandfather to Dominick, Guinyth and Ysabella.
Gerry was a kind-hearted, family-first man who valued the people he loved deeply. He enjoyed hunting and giving back to his community through volunteering.
As per Gerry’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A private family interment at Woodlawn Cemetery, Dunnville, will be held at a later date.
Donations made in memory of Gerry to the Alzheimer Society of Canada would be appreciated by the family.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
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