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Ernest “Ernie” Wainio July 10, 1946 - May 17, 2020

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Ernie Wainio announces his passing at home following a brief illness.

Ernie was born in Port Arthur to Anton Wainio and Helvi (Korpi), the second child of seven children.

He was predeceased by his father Anton, his mother Helvi, his two brothers Ricky and Bernie and by his sister Susan Wainio-Maute. He was also predeceased by his sister-in-laws and brother in-laws, Bertha Niittynen, (Leo), Sylivia Wicklund, (Harry), Larry Hintikka, and other numerous relatives.

Ernie is survived by his wife Sonja, his four daughters, Melissa Rowat, Stacey Wainio, Sarah Wainio, Kristina Liddicoat as well as his favourite son-in-law Dwayne Liddicoat.

He also leaves behind his four cherished grandchildren, Liam Wainio, Kenzie Rowat, Emily and Patrick Liddicoat and his two adopted kids, Wayne Wicklund and Sherri Buurke and their families.

He is also survived by his sisters and their husbands, Helen Kaarela, (Kaarlo), Sandra Legros, (Henry) Kathy Portelance, (Dale) and Werner Maute as well as his brother-in-law and best friend for many years, Sven Hintikka, (Violet), George Hintikka, (Gloria) and many cherished nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

Ernie was a proud member of International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 793. He was an accomplished crane operator, truck driver and could drive or operate anything with wheels. (His quote)

Ernie was a very social person and with his work, he travelled extensively and had friends and associates all over North America.

The family wants to thank Dr. Pettinger, Dr. Bester. Dr. Moir and all of Designated Dad’s girls from Dryden Regional Health Care. You all meant the world to him and your greeting when he returned from Toronto General made his day. Please know that he loved you all and was so happy to have two of his girls as part of that team. I also want to thank the paramedics who tried to keep Ernie with us a bit longer and Logan Randell, Dryden Police Service. Small town heroes with kind hearts that are there when we need them.

A Funeral Service will be held at Our Saviour Lutheran Church, 175 Cecil Avenue, Dryden, ON, on Thursday, August 26, 2021 at 1 pm Central Time with Reverend Alex Timm officiating.

The church will open at 12 pm with the Christian service following at 1 pm Central Time.

Following current protocols, those wishing to attend in person are asked to RSVP by contacting the Dryden Community Funeral Home by email mail@dcfh.ca or by telephone (807) 221-3000.

For those unable to attend in person, the service will be streamed live at: DrydenLutheran.ca/streams

As directed by the Province of Ontario a record of attendance will be maintained and proper wearing of mask by those attending the service will be required.

Condolences(5)

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    Vicki Blanchard says
    May 19, 2020 at 8:43 pm

    Dear Sonja “my friend”

    So sorry to hear this news – thinking of you and your family

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    Derek Flavell says
    May 20, 2020 at 3:25 pm

    So sad to hear about Uncle Ernie. I will always remember his kindness, sense of humour, and laughter.

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    Lynda Mckeown says
    May 20, 2020 at 5:30 pm

    Was thinking about Ernie recently. Fondly remembering many good times at Trout Lake and Farrand St. My sincere sympathy to Sonja and family

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    Rick and Joy Ashton says
    May 21, 2020 at 8:36 pm

    Hello Sonja and Girls.
    Please know that we will miss a dear friend of many years, Ernie. Our condolences and kindest thoughts to you all.

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    Michael Goodman says
    May 22, 2020 at 11:27 pm

    Michele and I were saddened to learn of Ernie’s passing. You are all in our thoughts.

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If friends and family wish, donations can be made in his name to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation through the Dryden Community Funeral Home, 249 Grand Trunk Avenue, Dryden, ON P8N 2X3

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