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At the age of 91 ½, Kay as her friends knew her, lived her life with grace, determination, fierce independence, and an undying and steadfast love for her family, and friends.
Kay succumbed to kidney failure at Peterborough Regional Hospital as she had journeyed there to receive dialysis treatment. She fought valiantly to stay with us, but in her frail state was unable to receive the treatment she required. Until December 6th, she had maintained her independence and lived a quality of life that we can all envy for a person in her 90’s.
She is predeceased by Ronald Wicks (1991) her beloved husband of 42 years, and her parents, Verna May and Clifford Harcourt. Kay is also predeceased by daughter-in-law Marilyn Hamilton-Wicks (nee Hamilton).
Kay is survived by her three children, Jane Wicks (Vernon West), David Wicks (Diana Tiessen), Jeffery Wicks (Cynthia Inch).
She is also survived by four grandchildren, Liam Wicks (Valeria Wicks, nee Rodezno), Drew Wicks, and Fraser Wicks, all sons of David. She is also survived by Gregory Hodges (Alice Hodges, nee Brown) son of Cynthia Inch. Kay was graced with six exceptional great grandchildren, Eoin and Norah Wicks, children of Liam and Valeria Wicks, and Grace, Silas, Atticus, and Ira Hodges, children of Gregory and Alice Hodges. They will all miss her loving thoughtfulness and the beautiful hand knit sweaters she made for everyone. She was still knitting two weeks ago, just prior to her hospitalization.
Her sudden absence from our lives is beyond words of grief, but she will continue to live in all of our hearts with memories of love, laughter, stoicism, and honour.
The family would like to thank the attending doctors and nurses at both Northumberland Hills Hospital and Peterborough Regional Hospital ICU for the tender and exceptional care they administered and for their flexibility with end of life family visiting.
Also the ongoing care from the PSWs (VON) that allowed Mom to maintain her independence until the final days of her life.
During these unprecedented times of the Coronavirus, there will be no funeral. A Zoom celebration of life is planned early in 2021. If you would like to participate, an update with details will be posted with MacCoubrey Funeral Home when plans have been finalized. Kay will be interred beside her husband in the spring of 2021 at Union Cemetery with a small immediate family ceremony.
Donations can be made to Cancer Research Society.
Miss Me But Let Me Go
When I come to the end of the road
and the sun has set on me,
I want no rites in a gloom filled room,
why cry for a soul set free.
Miss me a little, but not too long.
and not with your head bowed low,
Remember the love that we once shared,
miss me – but let me go.
For this is a journey that we all must take,
and each must go alone.
It’s all a part of the Master’s plan,
a step on the road to home.
When you are lonely and sick of heart,
go to the friends we know.
And bury your sorrows in doing good deeds,
miss me – but let me go.
Poem by Amy Louise Kerswell
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Cancer Research Society
Sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. May your many memories help ease your pain.
Jane, David and Jeff My deepest condolences on the passing of Catherine. I had the pleasure of caring for her for more then 2 years. She was a force of nature with a beautiful heart. I learned a lot from her during my time. Everything from from how to play tennis, to caring for orchids. If ever I had a gardening question, she was my first call. I adored her, and she will be deeply missed.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Cancer Research Society
I just saw the notice and I wanted to let you know how sorry I am for your loss. I helped Kay out with the gardens. Every spring I always looked forward to seeing her and her beautiful orchid collection. She was a lovely woman with great stories. My condolences to your family. Trish
Please accept my condolences at the loss of your mother.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Cancer Research Society
We were saddened to learn the loss of your mother, both of your parents were dear friends, always enjoyed their company.
Dear Jane David Jeff and family Our deepest sympathies on hearing about the loss of your mother. Kay was such a lovely elegant kind person. We will always remember her this way. Many fond memories as a child at your home. Keeping you all in our thoughts Fondly Stephen and Karen Cortesis
Dearest Jane and family. I am so terribly sorry for the loss of your wonderful mom. I know how happy she has been these last years having all her family, all generations, close to her to love. You are lucky to have had such a loving mom in your life for all these years. My deepest condolences. A memorial donation has been made to the Cancer Research Society. Love Marcella
sincere condolences Jane, Dave and Jeff on your mom's passing
So sorry to hear this. She was a nice lady. One of Mom & Dad's best friends.
So very sorry to hear of Kay’s passing, one of my mother’s dear childhood friends. Kay and Ron were my godparents and I remember all of the family well from childhood days, visiting with my parents Anne and Ross Russell. With my thoughts for sincere condolences to all of the Wicks family. Sue Russell
We would like to send our condolences to the Wicks family, may she rest in peace.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Cancer Research Society
Jeff we are so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Big hug my friend.
Dear Jane, David Jeff & families I was so sad to read of your Mom’s passing. She was such a lovely lady. I’ve had the pleasure of knowing her since high school but then got reacquainted while working with her good friend Dorothy Sommerville. Both your Mom & Dad were exceptional people. Please except my condolences. Keep your wonderful memories close to your heart, they’ll always be close.
Kay and I have been friends since "High School" and have kept in touch, over the years, until now. I am so sorry to hear this news and thank you Jane for your thoughtful message. You are all in my thoughts and prayers and I hope that your fond memories of this gracious lady will help to ease this sad loss.
Jane, David and Jeff....on behalf of the Hardaker family, please accept our sincere condolences in the loss of your dear Mom. I always enjoyed our conversations when we ran into each other while shopping. Your Mom was so current and always had wonderful things to tell me about the three of you. She was always smiling and grateful to be able to get out and shop for herself, and an inspiration to many. Keep your memories of your Mom close to help you get through this difficult time.
Jane and Family, Your Mom was a lady in every sense of the word. I can still picture her laughter. She was so so proud of you. All of the Gear kids send their deepest condolences. Judy
She always had a warm smile and hello whenever I saw her at pine ridge nursery or when I used to pop by her home to shovel her drive way after a winter storm...RIP mrs.wicks
Jeff, Cynthia and Family So very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Sad to hear this. Kay and Ron were such good friends of my parents and I got to know them so well as I was growing up, loved them both.
Jane, David and Jeff. I am so sad to hear about your mom. As you know, your parents were life-long friends of my parents. I have such fond memories of them both.
Jeff and Cynthia, we are sorry to hear of Catherines’ passing, our thoughts are with you and your family.
I am so very sorry to hear about Mrs. Wicks. A truly kind and gentle woman. I delivered flowers to her for many years from our shop and she was always so gracious and usually invited me in to see her lovely collection of orchids of which she was so rightly proud. She always made my day with her warmth and kindness. I'm sure you will all miss her greatly but I hope your memories of your Mom will help to ease your sadness at the loss of such a great Mom and friend.
Sorry to lose one of my last classmates from Cobourg Collegiate.My sincere sympathy to David and Fraser who have been my dependable sailing crew for many years.
Jane, David and Jeffery--my condolences to you and your families. Kay was certainly a force to be reckoned with! A little bit of Cobourg history goes with her. Thinking of you. Chris
My sincere condolences, Jane, to you and your family. Your mom was awesome and a tribute to aging gracefully. May you have many wonderful memories of her.
Awww ... So sorry to hear this. Kay was an amazing lady .. I loved my chats and visits with her. (Met her through VON) .. And continued to stay in touch with her. She was a lovely lady and I loved chatting with her. Jayne