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Jay Frederick Milford McVety
Celebration of Life

MacCoubrey Funeral Home Reception Centre
30 King Street East, Cobourg

Saturday September 20, 2025
1:00pm - 4:00pm

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Jay Frederick Milford McVety

July 5, 1930 - September 10, 2025

Peacefully at the Golden Plough Lodge on Wednesday September 10th, 2025 in his 96th year. Beloved husband of the late Muriel Spiers. Loving father of Dianne McVety, Wayne McVety, Patricia Young (Kevin) and Bruce McVety. Cherished grandfather of Kim (Rick), Karrie (Adrian), Trevor, Michael (Julie) , Kevin, Carrie (Tom), Tina (John), Kevin, Alex, Shannon (Corey), Mathew (Erica) and the late Jason, his great grandchildren Joseph, (Taylor), Jamie (Meagan), Kelly, Quinn, Zane, Justin, Ashley (Mitchell), Catelyn, Ethan, Michaela, Jessica, Evan, Felicia, Desiree, Tyson, Haylee, Cadence, Evan and Holden and great great grandfather of Sofia, Emmitt, Aspen, Tomas, Jackson and Kye. Jay is pre-deceased by his siblings James McVety, Jean Beatty, Jack McVety and Joy Masters. Family and friends are invited to a celebration of life on Saturday September 20th from 1-4 pm., in the MacCoubrey Funeral Home Reception Centre, 30 King St., E., Cobourg. Interment in Merrill Cemetery, Roseneath. If desired donations may be made to the Golden Plough Lodge, Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation or charity of your choice.

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Wendy May - September 22, 2025

So sorry to hear of Jay's passing. Jay worked with my father Peter on the Counties Road Dept. for many years. He and Muriel were also good friends with my parents. Much respect...he was a good person. Wendy May

Carol Kerr & Allan Kerr, Brenda & Jim, Elizabeth, Linda, Margaret anne & Patricia - September 20, 2025 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Golden Plough Lodge

Rose Mary & Randy Baldini - September 20, 2025 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

Anne & Frederick Duff - September 20, 2025 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation

Wayne and Violet Johnstone - September 17, 2025

So sorry of hearing your Dad passing he was such a kind man a gentleman we send our condolences to all and may he rest in peace

Wayne Patterson - September 17, 2025

My condolences go out to the McVety family at the loss of Jay. I worked with him in the Northumberland County Roads Department. He will be missed.

Frank Quinn - September 16, 2025

My condolences to Jays family. I met Jay back in the seventies/eighties when he worked for Northumberland County. I was with H&K Construction. He always took time to say hello and chat. I will always remembered Jay as a very kind & knowledgeable man. Rest easy Jay!

The Austin’s - September 14, 2025

Our deepest condolences to all of Jay’s family on his passing. RIP

James West - September 14, 2025

Bruce so sorry to hear of your Dads passing.

Ann Brightman - September 14, 2025

Very sorry to hear of Jay’s passing. My condolences to Dianne and family.

Doug Runions - September 13, 2025

Great uncle Jay will be surely missed by all of his children he was my Mother Shirley’s most favourites Uncle rest in peace you have lived a wonderful life and touched many many people god bless

Ethel Hansen Davey - September 13, 2025

My deepest condolences to the entire McVety family. A kind man with a sense of humour as I remember him.

Doris Chrysler - September 12, 2025

Diane, Wayne, Pat,Bruce and family. God be with you all at this time in life. Jay was like the older brother Duane never had..... your parents were are dearest supportive friends for over 62 years. I send you my deepest condolences.

Kimberly Connolly - September 12, 2025

I am heavy hearted in my thoughts and prayers for all of Jay’s family. Jay will be truly missed. My god guide you all and keep you well. Kimberly Connolly

lynda gardner - September 12, 2025

so sorry to hear of Jays passing . i always think of him as great friend and neighbour

Marg (Jackson) Gaudet - September 11, 2025

Sending my deepest condolences to Pat and family. Hold your memories close to your heart.

Brenda Manley - September 11, 2025

Sorry to hear of your dad's passing, Dianne. It's hard to lose your parents. Julie Jackson and Brenda Manley

Bryan and Cindy Marjoram - September 11, 2025

Dear Diane, Wayne, Pat, Bruce and the entire McVety Family, You couldn't find a better neighbour than Jay. Always pleasant, always smiling, always willing to help someone out. That was Jay! Jay and Muriel had been our neighbours for approximately 40 years! I'm going to miss our chats along the fence line. I'm also going to miss Jay's pool inventions and how smart he was in so many different ways. To his family, cherish the many wonderful memories of this special man. Jay Frederick Milford McVety July 5, 1930 - September 10, 2025 "Rest in Peace"

Wayne & Barb Linton - September 11, 2025

Diane, Wayne, Patricia, Bruce & families: So sorry to hear about your Dad & Grandpa. He was such a sweetheart and we will never forget him. Thinking of you all at the sad time. RIP Jay.

Diane McKinlay Cane - September 11, 2025

My deepest sympathies to Jay’s family. I started my County working career with the County Roads Department and remember Jay as a great person.

Doug and Sandra Tinney - September 11, 2025

Our deepest sympathies to Jay’s family. Worked with Jay on the roads department of Northumberland County for many years. Attended many Christmas dances for the roads department with Jay and Muriel. Always had a great time. He will certainly be missed by many.

Joe Ferguson - September 11, 2025

So Sorry to hear the passing of Jay.He was a great man and will be sadly missed.Sending our condolences to the family at this difficult time.Joe Ferguson and Cindy Greer.

John & Dianne Pettey - September 11, 2025

We are so sorry to hear of Jay's passing. Our sympathy to the family.

Diane Beatty - September 11, 2025

My sympathy to the family. Jay was a great person and I am glad to have known him. 😊

Barb and Al Harnden - September 11, 2025

Sending our deepest condolences to Dianne, her daughters and siblings.